Wikipedia - "Between the Wars was an extended play released by Billy Bragg in 1985. It reached #15 on the UK Singles Chart. The title track was inspired by the UK miners' strike (1984–1985). The choice of other songs on the record was also relevant to the dispute - 'Which Side Are You On?' is an American pro-trade union song from the 1930s, whilst Bragg's own composition 'It Says Here' is critical of the political bias of British newspapers, most of which opposed the strike. The proceeds from sales of the record were donated to the striking miners' fund. ..."
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YouTube: Between The Wars (Live), Between The Wars, Which Side Are You On (Live), The world turned upside downIt Says Here
2011 November: Billy Bragg, 2012 November: Strange Things Happen (Live on The Tube 1984), 2012 December: The Internationale, 2013 May: Mermaid Avenue: The Complete Sessions, 2014 June: Tooth & Nail (2013), 2014 September: Peel Session, 2014 December: Don't Try This at Home (1991).
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