Russian Rebellion in Music: Pussy Riot

Music is an especially fertile medium for expressing emotions.  And in the last century, a lot of rebellious music has been able to permeate its way into the culture of America.  Anti-war Vietnam music comes to mind.  In modern Russia, there is a lot of controversy over the validity and sentiment towards Putins influence and policies.  One band that has recently been brought to international fame over their music, message, stunts and prosecution is Pussy Riot. 

While punk rock is not to everyone's taste, I personally have never been very sentimental towards it, I do see the appropriateness in its use in this case.  It is loud, violent, powerful, and doesn't give a damn.  Just like the stance that these women have taken against Putin's government.  And just the fact that I am talking about them, their message, and they have been all over American television, even shows like the latest season of House of Cards, is a testament to the ability for music to transcend borders.