'Songs of Struggle & Solidarity': Launch of Roger Fowler’s Vinyl LP
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Community voices rang out at the Nga Tapuwae Community Centre this month as long-time activist, musician and former 275 Times editor, Roger Fowler launched his new vinyl album, Songs of Struggle & Solidarity.
The project was sparked when young people attending Palestine rallies encouraged Fowler to record his well-known protest songs.
“They thought they should be recorded,” he said. “So we pulled together a session.”
True to his grassroots approach, the album was recorded in just one day at Revolver Studios, with each track laid down in a single take.
Roger chose vinyl for nostagic reasons.
“I’m old school,” Fowler laughed.
“But hey, vinyl is making a comeback!” Produced in collaboration with Banana Boat Records, the LP carries the energy of live performance and community spirit.
The launch night drew a full house of whānau, friends, and fellow campaigners. Highlights included a rousing mass singalong and an emotional moment when Fowler was honoured with an appreciation award from leaders of the local Palestinian community.
“It was an amazing turnout,” he said.
For Fowler, the album is not just music but a call to action. He remains committed to writing and singing in support of the Free Palestine movement.
“It’s about building awareness and support for justice,” he said.
The LP is being distributed on a koha basis, with supporters invited to contribute to his account (RN FOWLER, ASB 12-3055-0179291-00). Fowler also encourages people to connect with the global movement for Palestine through the Kia Ora Gaza website and Facebook, and to join weekly rallies each Saturday.
Special thanks, he added, goes to his whānau, Revolver Studios, and Banana Boat Records for their backing in bringing the project to life.
More information: kiaoragaza.wordpress.com
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