I think, as pointed out in the review I linked, the major difference between "RBG" and "Let's Get Free," politically speaking, is the fact that "RBG" takes a more focoist / militaristic perspective. Granted, "Let's Get Free" is not without its militancy, but it also praised leaders more along the lines of Mao and Huey, both of whom didn't necessarily advocate a solely-militaristic strategy. Both, in fact, put a huge emphasis on community and education. On "RBG," they're giving props to organizations which are actually at odds with Maoism and supported mainly by anarchists. (Which, in and of itself, isn't necessarily a bad thing but the groups themselves aren't necessarily the best examples in the movement, either. Especially when it comes to Khalid Muhammad who M-1 thanks in the liner notes.)
...I'm totally babbling. I think they're trying to stick with their Maoist line but are kind of wavering for whatever reason. Maybe new / different influences? Maybe diverging in order to expand their audience since they're obviously trying to attract some of the gangsta audience which I think is good.
...I'm totally babbling. I think they're trying to stick with their Maoist line but are kind of wavering for whatever reason. Maybe new / different influences? Maybe diverging in order to expand their audience since they're obviously trying to attract some of the gangsta audience which I think is good.
More babbling. I'm going to end this now!
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