No Artist's latest album, "Here Is A Substitute For And Relief From The Present Discriminatory System Of Taxation In Iowa," is a striking and politically charged work that delves into the complex and controversial issue of taxation in Iowa. With a blend of spoken word, ambient soundscapes, and experimental instrumentation, No Artist creates a powerful and thought-provoking statement that challenges the status quo and demands change.
The album opens with the haunting track "Taxation Is Theft," which sets the tone for the rest of the record with its eerie drones and impassioned spoken word. From there, No Artist explores a range of themes and ideas, from the regressive nature of Iowa's tax system to the impact of corporate tax breaks on everyday citizens. The music is often dissonant and unsettling, but it's always purposeful and evocative.
One of the standout tracks is "The Fallacy of the Flat Tax," which features a driving beat and a searing critique of the flat tax proposal that has gained traction in some political circles. No Artist's lyrics are sharp and incisive, cutting through the rhetoric and exposing the flaws in this simplistic approach to taxation.