There are so many great artists out there with a powerful message, but fusing musical artistry, songwriting, and social commentary is rare indeed. The Soapbox Salute tries to do just that with its eclectic and rootsy mix of folk, rock, soul, and Americana. The songs brim harmony and prose, driving rhythm, and accents of brass. Aside from the music, the lyrics are deeply thoughtful and compassionate, centering the plight of downtrodden and forgotten people. They boldly denounce injustice in many forms, and even suggest solutions, all without the pitfall of seeming cheesy or insincere. 

Music is an opportunity to empower others. Why make music if not to make us feel, make us see new things, and to embrace those who we can not be near physically?