What if art wasn’t just entertainment—but one of the most powerful forces in human history?

In this video, we explore the true power of art and why it has always been feared by those in power. From an opera that sparked the Belgian Revolution, to Picasso’s Guernica becoming one of the strongest anti-war symbols ever created, this video shows how art can inspire revolutions, challenge tyranny, and change lives—both collectively and personally.

At a time when art faces threats from AI, censorship, economic pressure, and cultural defunding, it’s more important than ever to ask: why does art matter? And what do we lose if we stop protecting it?

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction

01:13 - La Muette De Portici, The Opera That Caused A Revolution

05:47 - Guernica, The Painting Deemed Too Dangerous

11:57 - The Personal Tale

14:06 - Conclusion

In 2020, a viral Sunday Times poll labelled artists as the least essential profession, even while the world was locked indoors relying on music, books, films, and creativity to stay sane. This video dives into the surprising and often uncomfortable truth behind why society undervalues artists — and why this misconception has shaped our culture, economy, and even our politics.

In this deep-dive essay, we explore:

🎨 What an artist actually is — and the misconception around the job.

📚 How essential artists are to human progress, from technology and science to philosophy and politics.

💸 Why artists feel guilt around monetising their work — and why the romantic myth of the “starving artist” harms everyone.

🔥 The most important (and least discussed) reason artists remain undervalued — The deep role of art.

The Harsh Truth About Being a Musician in 2025 | Shirley Manson Was Right

On October 14th, Shirley Manson of Garbage went viral after speaking out about the financial struggles of modern musicians — and she was absolutely right. In this video, I break down why the music industry is broken, using real data comparing musician pay from the 1990s vs. today (UK & US), how streaming platforms like Spotify have devalued music, and what it really costs to survive as a working musician in 2025. From AI replacing artists to unpaid gigs, touring struggles, and the illusion of success on social media, we’ll uncover the uncomfortable truth that no one talks about. This is not a “victim rant.” It’s an honest, research-based breakdown of the real economics of being a musician today, including:

• Why we are so secretive about it
• A comparison of pay between 1990 and today for both US and UK
• The causes of the decline

👉 Whether you’re a musician, fan, or industry professional, this video will give you a clear picture of why it’s harder than ever to make a living from music — and what we can do to change it.

00:00 – Intro: Why Shirley Manson Went Viral

03:39 – Why Musicians Don't Talk About Money

10:20 – How Much Money Do Musicians Actually Make?

12:27 – 1990 VS 2025

19:24 – US vs UK musicians

26:43 – Gender Pay Gap

29:20 – Causes: General trend vs musicians

32:08 – Effect of streaming

33:04 – You are disposable

35:03 – Lack of union actions

39:22 – A passion-based job

40:59 – Conclusion