When you're supposed to be recording RHYTHM guitar 😈

Zack Polanski is absolutely crushing it right now & he's a voice we've needed on the Left for so long! Here's a #ThrowbackThursday to my chat with him last year before it all went mental. As you'll hear, he had as much fire then as he does now. Up the Greens! ✊️ youtu.be/FN5AHoYd1TY?...

I did it again. I had a peak at Twitter. Man that place is just a sad, pitiful joke now. 60% bots, 40% Musk, Tate, Farage & Tommy Robsinson retweeting each other. It's a pathetic, barren wasteland of desperate rage bait to an audience of none. There's 100% more potential on Bluesky, let's use it!

The Labour Party continue to think that where they're going wrong is that they need to move more to the Right in order to chase voters, when in actual fact we just want them to actually fucking stand for something, mean it, be consistent and grow a damn backbone.

Here it is - my chat with the legendary @markthomasinfo.bsky.social about the power of comedy, Farage, activism, the Far Right, Trump, hope, how we can affect change and how we can start right now on our very own street. This guy has got an infectious rebel spirit. Enjoy! ✊️ youtu.be/x8Kd8J4KhOs?...

I agree, Stop The Boats Bloody oligarchs coming over 'ere on their mega yachts, stealing our public assets, influencing our government, exploiting our work force, dumping their waste into our rivers & expecting the tax payer to foot the bill for their billion pound government contracts & bail outs

Love it. Fuck you, Netanyahu ✊️

'H' as the symbol for Hydrogen, the most abundant element in the universe is starting to feel like it should stand for Hypocrisy instead...

Surely, when the richest man on earth urges the working class to 'fight' from behind the safety of a video camera a thousand miles away from the batons, pepper spray and prison time - surely then, you know you’re being played like a puppet. Surely...

The Right have got leaders. The Left have got committees. I think this is a genuine problem that needs to be addressed if we're going to offer effective opposition to the behemoth before us.

Meanwhile in Gaza...

How about we make a list of reliable news and information sources in this age of noise, misinformation, algorithms & propaganda? Where are some good places to get accurate facts, impartial reporting & expert insights on the issues of our times? Comment yours below! ✊️

So Israel has now bombed Qatar. That's how things are now. Israel can just drop bombs anywhere, any time and it's just kinda become what Israel does. In what fucking reality does any of this make sense?

To say that Keir Starmer is the worst leader in the Labour Party's history is being generous to him...

5 years old and sadly seems more accurate today. Zero hour contracts Billionaires pay no tax The homeless, immigrants And poor get attacked Cos the 1% need Divide & rule Not unions, homes, Hospitals & schools Whilst the Police State creeps Like the rising seas youtu.be/dX4GkepUdfo?...

🔎 Los problemas que hacen de la industria musical un lugar que “oscurece tu alma, tu pasión y tu salud” ▶️ El artista y escritor @jameskennedy.bsky.social desmonta en 'Loud Medicine' el glamur del mundo de la música y deja al descubierto sus debilidades

Just checking in: how's everyone doing? I don't post much online anymore, mostly because I don't feel I've got much to add to the already overwhelming tsunami of noise. But I do enjoy connecting with everyone here so how are you doing? Times are precarious right now, I hope you're all holding up OK

Whilst I vehemently disagree with almost everything he says, there can be no questioning his impact on culture and politics aside, the man is a punk rock icon - so beers were drank and politics avoided. Also in the picture is John Lydon.

When is a war crime not a war crime?

How long do you think it'll be before we start seeing massive promo campaigns for swanky beachside holidays in 'Israel' and how soon after that will people start saying things like "oh let it go, we had a wonderful time at Trump Resort Gaza. The Palestine thing was years ago, let it go".

My chat with Sarah Wilkinson of the now banned, Palestine Action is still online. Its sickening to think that things have gotten even worse since this interview 🇵🇸 youtu.be/MM2pkbR6Ub4?...

The more they try to silence us, the louder we come. Crank up this selection of defiant artists & fuel your resistance with rhythm and rage. These are some of the artists speaking out about Gaza & the return of fascism. Turn it up! ✊️✊️✊️ open.spotify.com/playlist/2Gf...

Imagine being more outraged by something a singer said at Glastonbury than you are about an actual genocide...

Netanyahu accusing Iran of targeting civilian homes in Israel whilst he's orchestrating an actual genocide on livestream... I have no words.

Any book that starts a chapter with 'Noel Gallagher is wrong' is good with me! James misplaces his energy with no brakes and his podcast is absolute 🔥 Guests already include @georgemonbiot.bsky.social and @zackpolanski.bsky.social to name just two! 'Loud Medicine' gives some great stage page!

IT'S OUT!! 🎉 🎉 My new book, 'Loud Medicine' is now available from all book stores. If you have an interest in the real lives of musicians, music venue closures, mental health, hidden heroes, why we do this crazy thing, AI & the future - then go get your medicine! 😃 www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6Lv...

Just picked up my pre-ordered copy of the new book from @jameskennedy.bsky.social 'Loud Medicine' Looking forward to reading what promises to be an entertaining and eye opening account of the modern day music biz, a manifesto for change and much more.

Silence is compliance. Free Palestine 🇵🇸

Anyone else notice the stunningly twisted use of language in the media's telling of today's terrible incident in Liverpool? That the man's car 'collided with pedestrians'. Looks to me like he ploughed through the crowd intentionally. If he was Muslim, the whole Islamic world would be to blame now

Social Media is dead. I'm trialling a new way to communicate online, share ideas & content, build a community and escape our current techno-feudalism. I've called it the Secret Society & it'd be awesome if you wanted to join us. It's free & takes two seconds at: www.jameskennedystuff.com/tribe

Hey guys, the latest episode of the podcast is out! I chat with Susan Hawley from @spotlightcorruption.org about the UK government's role in facilitating corruption in the world, how it corrodes our democracy & what we can do about it. On all podcast platforms - hope you enjoy! youtu.be/gdaS3T1PzHY

Hey guys! So every Wednesday night I'm doing live readings of bits of my new book on Instagram & Facebook. Last week was a lot of fun so if you'd like to join, I'll be going live again at 8pm GMT tonight! Join the party at: www.instagram.com/jameskennedyuk Or www.facebook.com/jameskennedyuk

On June 5th, my new book 'Loud Medicine' will be officially published! It's a joyride through the underbelly of the music world, a manifesto for change, a celebration of artists & a love letter to music. And it's available to pre-order NOW at: linktr.ee/loudmedicine www.youtube.com/watch?v=UNsd...

Anyone here in Exeter, Bideford or Plymouth? Me and my band will be in your lovely backyards this weekend as our tour with Marisa and The Moths rolls into town. If anyone wants to come sing, dance and party with us, let me know! Tix for all shows at: www.jameskennedystuff.com/tour ✊️✊️✊️✊️

My new book 'Loud Medicine' is out in 6 weeks! If you want the truth about life as an artist, the industry's rotten tricks, why we do it, how we fix it & enjoy every crazy transit van adventure along the way, it's available to pre-order now from all good book stores! linktr.ee/LOUDMEDICINE ✊

Happy Sunday & Happy Easter my Bluesky comrades. I hope you all have a relaxing, inspiring, joy filled day. Big love to you all ✊️ youtu.be/lX3ltmgcxYM?...

Interesting...

Hey guys, I'd love to know your thoughts on #AssistedDying. Heres my chat with 'My Death My Decision' which explains the issues, realities, laws & case studies. It was a tough one for me as it was recorded not long after losing my father. What are your thoughts on the issue? youtu.be/Xy15Kmdfc9U?...

Happy sunny Saturday, Bluesky Battalion. Here are some of the best books I've read recently that have helped me to better understand our times & what we can do about it. What have you guys been reading lately? #booksky 📚

#ThrowbackThursday to my chat with Croatian philosopher, political activist & author, Srećko Horvat about empire, Europe, Ai, the climate crisis, immigration, Gaza, the future...and punk rock! Heady stuff. What are your thoughts? ✊ www.youtube.com/watch?v=58I-...

I spoke with Sarah Wilkinson shortly before her arrest about her work with Palestine Action - the direct action group who use vandalism & destruction of property against arms dealers supporting the genocide in Palestine. It was a heavy chat. What are your thoughts? youtu.be/MM2pkbR6Ub4?...

What's up, Bluesky buddies?! My band are playing far & wide this year, taking our anarchic protest sounds to as many towns as we can BUT we are looking for a booking agent in Europe so we can get some shows on the mainland - if any of you know any agents please DM me! 🙏✊️ youtu.be/SQUa1UT9klI?...

A few shots from our gig last week. Thanks to everyone who came to make noise & good trouble with us on a school night ✊️ More at: www.instagram.com/jameskennedyuk

Who are the real rulers of the world? Like, what are their names & affiliations? Peter Phillips, a professor of Political Sociology praised by Noam Chomsky reveals the 389 people who make up the worlds elite & how they intersect. Fascinating, illuminating, maddening stuff ✊️ youtu.be/Q1C89ZXGGTg?...

In light of the news that benefit scrounger and mate of Jimmy Saville, King Charles, has just had his welfare payment increased by £40 million, here are all of the other reasons why it's time to abolish the monarchy. What do you guys think? ✊️ youtu.be/PrSjrE8yLJM?...