Reflections on Music, Family, and Politics

In this chapter, the speaker recounts their experience at the Glastonbury Festival in 1995 and how Pulp's performance deeply resonated with their feelings of alienation. They explore their mother's career as a carer and the emotional burdens faced by care workers during the pandemic, all while sharing humorous family stories that shape their narrative. Additionally, pivotal moments from their youth and early political engagement illustrate the intertwining of music, family influence, and social consciousness.