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For May Day, United Musicians and Allied Workers shares wins, goals

Today is May Day, the original date for Labor Day, or a pagan date to drive away evil spirits. Actually — why not both? For today’s International Workers’ Day, United Musicians and Allied Workers (UMAW) is sharing some optimism, as it takes on justice for musicians in the era of streaming and AI.

Here’s Jeff Mills live at Tokyo’s Liquid Room ca 1995-1996, plus driving

Via Jeff Mills’ own account, here’s a perfect Monday soundtrack, maybe made even better by sounding like it was mixed onto a cassette tape.

Peter Kirn - November 10, 2025

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The Living Wage for Musicians Act is getting a second push

Legislation in the USA to support musicians with streaming revenue is will be reintroduced next month by Palestinian-American Rep. Rashida Tlaib. In advance of its reintroduction, there’s a chance to lend your support.