South America has seen much political turmoil in its history. Through its colonial conception, its myriad of oppressive dictatorships, and a plethora of revolutions it is easy to see why a pattern of political instability was able to develop in the region. Social and political movements occurred as a result of oppressive dictatorship. At the heart of these various movements was political song that helped to keep the spirit and morale of these movements alive. In the current day, South America still faces much political instability and music that talks about political and social injustice is still ever present. Political Song in South America is a poetic depiction of the relationship between music and politics. In exploring this relationship, a conversation is had with two emerging young artists and one band. While their music is different, they all are able to voice their political opinions through music. The film is broken down into four themes martyrdom, message, activism, and cultural heritage. Political Song in South America takes you through a visual journey through these themes and is open to interpretation.
Political Song in South America from Josh Bombart on Vimeo.
The following songs are featured in Joshua’s thesis!Te Recuerdo Amanda – Victor Jarra
Manifesto – Victor Jarra
El Derecho Vivir en Paz – Victor Jarra
1977 – Anna Tijoux
El Pueblo Unido Jamás Será Vencido – Inti -Illimani
Gracias a la Vida – Violeta Parra
Volver a los Diecisiete – Violeta Parra
Manu Chao – Desaparecido
Manu Chao – Me Llaman Calle
No – Nicolas Jaar
Killing Time – Nicolas Jaar
History Lesson – Nicolas Jaar
Garden of Eden – Nicolas Jaar
Tzanta – Nicola Cruz
Folha de Jurema – Nicola Cruz
Eclispe – Nicolas Cruz
Manana Tepotzlan – El Búho
Carazon de Rubi – El Búho, Minuk
Tanto – Baio, Matais Aguayo
Sueno in Paraguay – Chancha Via Circuito
Vuelo de Condor – Tocanao
Caetano Veloso – Tropicália
Gabriel Ruiz
No Te Olvidas – Damian “Ticky” Rodriguez
Se Trata de Vivir – Damian “Ticky” Rodriguez
Empeza de Nuevo – Damian “Ticky” Rodriguez
Vivas y Furiosas -Sudor Marika
Veni a Sudor – Sudor Marika
Las Invertidas – Sudor Marika