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How Surveillance Dystopias Came True (with Wole Talabi)

Our Opinions Are Correct

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Exploring the theme of surveillance and paranoia in songs from the 1970s and 1980s, with a focus on iconic bands like Judas Priest and Eurythmics. The chapter reminisces about classic hits like 'Somebody's Watching Me' by Rockwell and the era's synth-heavy, dark atmosphere that reflected the feeling of being constantly watched.

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