Tune in to The Guide's playlist this week to discover new music

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Aar Kobe by Arijit Singh

Arijit Singh's statement of solidarity with students on July 21 sent us down a rabbit hole, looking for the singer's rebellious side. It unearthed Aar Kobe (Bengali: If not now, when?), a cry for justice and societal change. It's almost better than his chart-topping love ballads.

My Generation by The Who

When the popular British band recorded this track, they would have never anticipated the impact it would have had, and how it went on to empower generations. The song hit No 2 in the UK Singles charts, and became a frequently aired protest song beyond England's shores at a time when world peace and freedom of expression were echoes of each other. Not a bad time to amp up that track list, right?

Snow (Hey Oh) by Red Hot Chilli Peppers

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Are the Chilli Peppers really flying into Mumbai next year for a concert, or is the online buzz just rumours? We'll find out, but for now it's time to groove and sing along to Anthony Kiedis's catchy chorus. With your fingers crossed, of course.

You Haven't Done Nothing by Stevie Wonder

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The composer's classic anthem was a direct rebuke to political dishonesty during the Watergate Scandal in America. The backing vocals by the Jackson 5 amplify the sound of youthful rebellion to the current context.

Mohabbat Zindabad by Ankur Tewari

The title says it all. The Mumbai-based indie musician's distinct no-frills acoustic style and focus on lyricism make it a potent cocktail of kindness and dissent to gulp down this week. This title track from Tewari's eponymous EP has toured the world since its 2019 release. Perhaps, it's time we brought the song, and the idea back home.