It’s infuriating to know that this band was in prison and could face death just for making an art form and speaking their own truth, what is also important here is that not everyone in Iran is an extremist and that there are many there who still value self-expression. They [ Confess ] took a chance to make art that they felt compelled to do.

Otep Shamaya

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Art is my God, Music is my religion. by Otep Shamaya

Art is my God, Music is my religion.

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You know just because the majority thinks something is right, doesn't make it right. So, that is up to us, the people that see the wrong, that see the injustice, that stay educated, stay informed, stay involved. And there's an old phrase 'the squeaky wheel, gets the oil.' Right now, our wheels aren't very squeaky; the other side, they're the ones making all the racket...We just have to get up, stand up, speak out, and don't be silent.

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We've become a nation of wolves, ruled by sheep. by Otep Shamaya

We've become a nation of wolves, ruled by sheep.

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A bone heals, a bruise fades, but art is forever by Otep Shamaya

A bone heals, a bruise fades, but art is forever

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The 'Rise, Rebel, Resist' video is a reflection of the outrage the American people are feeling at the absurd hypocrisy, and overwhelming nonsense and balderdash plaguing Washington D.C. It uses a bit of satire and a bit of wishful thinking to form this powerful amalgam of imagery that nourishes and empowers the living art of the song. Our message is clear: Either these elected officials do their job and protect the rights and lives of ALL Americans or be prepared to face the consequences.

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