It is the most immediate form of musical expression in existence, and the language that we use to state our deepest, truest feelings.

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With the increasing entanglement between politics, music and musical expression, Ryan is not alone in listening to musicians that don't line up with their politics.

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Freedom of expression also includes expressing yourself through the clothes you wear, especially for the talented musical artists attending the Grammys.

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