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Soulrocker, 2016
Written by Michael Franti
Ever since Franti settled into his post-political message of peace, love, and good vibes through proud, individualistic strength (a transformation that was certainly earned, not calculated), he hasn't deviated much. It's easy to dismiss, perhaps, his insistence on remaining optimistic amid struggle and suffering, but his sincerity can't be doubted. Much of his material is hard-hitting and passionate, but here Franti seems a bit tired. The production is flat, the vocals are desultory, and there's nothing of the agitpop fury of the Disposable Heroes days. I don't think it's a bad song, but it's just a little too comfortable, and I expected more.
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