New, better way to relate to political parties: which one shares your taste in music?
We all know by now that Stephen Harper is a John Lennon fan, and not too freaked out by Lady Gaga. However, his campaign song takes a bit of a different tone. (Better Now by Collective Soul--lyrics) Curiously, none of these artists is Canadian.
The Liberals cheat by having two different theme songs, which is actually very characteristic. Both from Canadian artists.
(Wingstock by Ashley MacIsaac)
(Jumpstart by These Kids Wear Crowns--lyrics)
The NDP don't have an official campaign song, but this has been played a lot at their rallies (by a Canadian alt-rock band). (Believe in Me by Sloan--lyrics)
Meanwhile, the Bloc have written their own song, "Parlons Qc". It has a bluesy/swingy feel, maybe a bit Neo-Trad, and was composed by the guitarist from Les Colocs.
Finally, the Green Party doesn't have an actual campaign song, but spoken word artist Winona Linn is awesome.
So, there you have it. Which party's song choice do you prefer?
On another note, I've always been partial to TROOPER's "Raise a Little Hell" for mobilizing voters, but since the theme of this election seems to be surprising everyone with a massive youth voter turnout, perhaps BTO's "You ain't Seen Nothing Yet" is more appropriate. (Lyrics.)
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