Carole King Supports Joe Biden. Does Anyone Else In Music?
Carole King, the legendary singer-songwriter and musician, has made it clear where she stands in the 2020 presidential election. In a recent interview with CNN, King expressed her support for Democratic candidate Joe Biden, stating that she believes he has the experience and leadership skills needed to tackle the country’s most pressing issues.
While King’s endorsement is certainly noteworthy, she’s not the only musician to throw their support behind Biden. Here are a few others in the music industry who have publicly backed the Democratic candidate:
Leon Bridges: The soulful singer-songwriter has been a vocal supporter of Biden’s campaign, citing his commitment to social justice and his plan to address issues like police brutality and racial inequality.
Jennifer Hudson: The Oscar-winning singer has been a longtime supporter of Biden and has even performed at several of his campaign events. Hudson has praised Biden’s commitment to children’s education and healthcare, among other issues.
Michael Bublé: The Canadian crooner has been a vocal supporter of Biden’s campaign, citing his experience in the Senate and his ability to bring people together to find common ground.
Jon Bon Jovi: The lead singer of Bon Jovi has been a longtime Democratic supporter, and has been involved in several campaign events for Biden. He has praised Biden’s commitment to Working Families and his plan to address climate change.
Billie Joe Armstrong: The Green Day frontman has been vocal about his support for Biden, citing his progressive stance on issues like gun control and healthcare. Armstrong has also performed at several Bernie Sanders rallies, but has since switched his allegiance to Biden.
Other notable musicians who have endorsed Biden:
Tom Morello, the guitarist of Rage Against the Machine
Kamasi Washington, a jazz musician and composer
Kacey Musgraves, a country singer-songwriter
Andra Day, a singer-songwriter and actress
David Crosby, the legendary singer-songwriter and member of the Byrds and Crosby, Stills & Nash & Young
While not all of these endorsements are necessarily surprising, they do symbolize a growing trend in the music industry. As the 2020 presidential election heats up, it’s clear that many musicians are taking a stand and using their platforms to support their chosen candidate.
So, who else will join the ranks of music’s biggest stars in backing Joe Biden? Only time will tell.