John Oliver composer
@johnolivermusic.bsky.social
Canadian🇨🇦 composer🎶, electronic musician🎧, guitarist🎸, producer, arranger, teacher. Social handle everywhere is johnolivermusic. https://linktr.ee/johnolivermusic UDHR🇺🇳 BUY LOCAL!
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Time Capsule 2, by John Oliver
9 track album
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NEW RELEASE - TIME CAPSULE 2 From the archives: I found several little gems on cassette tape and computer, all from 1983 to 1990. The album includes two live performances from 1990. Bandcamp give their 15% revenue share back to artists today (Friday)
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Today is Bandcamp Friday. Please drop by and support my music: johnolivermusic.bandcamp.com. #bandcampfriday #canadiancomposer #electronicmusic #bandcamp #newmusic
John Oliver
electronic and soundscape music projects, ranging from classic musique concrète, to granular synthesis, and dark ambient. My instrumental and vocal music appears on several other labels and compilatio...
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December 5, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Today is Bandcamp Friday. Please drop by and support my music: johnolivermusic.bandcamp.com. #bandcampfriday #canadiancomposer #electronicmusic #bandcamp #newmusic
We reserve the right to protest against the bad policies of ANY government. That is what freedom is all about in any democracy. Roger Waters and NDP leadership hopeful Yves Engler have a right to speak out against talking heads promoting Israel's genocide. Period. provincialtimes.ca/roger-waters...
Roger Waters, Yves Engler to Announce Countersuit in Ongoing Defamation Dispute
Musician and NDP leadership hopeful say lawsuit aims to silence criticism of Israel’s actions
provincialtimes.ca
November 28, 2025 at 5:56 PM
We reserve the right to protest against the bad policies of ANY government. That is what freedom is all about in any democracy. Roger Waters and NDP leadership hopeful Yves Engler have a right to speak out against talking heads promoting Israel's genocide. Period. provincialtimes.ca/roger-waters...
In dialogue with Shane Yirak today on Substack I describe an interview I heard this morning on the CBC program/podcast called THE CURRENT on the topic of ChatGPT-induced psychosis, and other topics. #substack #AI #goldstandard #inequality #oligarchy substack.com/home/post/p-...
The Dialogue w/ John Oliver
A recording from John Oliver 🇨🇦 and Shane Yirak's live video
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November 26, 2025 at 8:20 PM
In dialogue with Shane Yirak today on Substack I describe an interview I heard this morning on the CBC program/podcast called THE CURRENT on the topic of ChatGPT-induced psychosis, and other topics. #substack #AI #goldstandard #inequality #oligarchy substack.com/home/post/p-...
Christmas is coming, and so time to play some Christmas music at the piano. How about my collage of over 12 Christmas tunes? I'm giving a discount to all my friends and followers. Enter the code 52AS3XO on the product page. johnoliver.gumroad.com/l/irkLQ #pianomusic #christmasmusic
A Children's Christmas Notebook
A fun collage of Christmas music for pianists of medium to advanced level.About me: https://bio.to/johnoliver
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November 20, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Christmas is coming, and so time to play some Christmas music at the piano. How about my collage of over 12 Christmas tunes? I'm giving a discount to all my friends and followers. Enter the code 52AS3XO on the product page. johnoliver.gumroad.com/l/irkLQ #pianomusic #christmasmusic
My band Squid in Chains has a new album out now: EPIC JOURNEY. Have a listen on quality headphones or speakers, preferably in the dark! Link to the album is in the video description. youtube.com/shorts/wwIBf...
Squid in Chains EPIC JOURNEY album promo
YouTube video by Squid in Chains
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November 18, 2025 at 10:18 PM
My band Squid in Chains has a new album out now: EPIC JOURNEY. Have a listen on quality headphones or speakers, preferably in the dark! Link to the album is in the video description. youtube.com/shorts/wwIBf...
I'm doing a #musicpoll of Substack followers, asking about the role of music in their lives. Check it out.
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Are you a musician? My follower poll.
I want to get to know my followers! Do you play a musical instrument or sing, even at an amateur level?
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November 18, 2025 at 7:09 PM
I'm doing a #musicpoll of Substack followers, asking about the role of music in their lives. Check it out.
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Starbucks workers across the country are on strike today. The reason is simple: after promising to bargain in good faith, Starbucks has stalled, stonewalled, and refused to negotiate a fair contract with union baristas.
inthesetimes.com/article/star...
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“Starbucks Is on the Ropes,” Says SBWU President Lynne Fox, Who Is Eyeing a Strike
"Investors should know that if Starbucks continues to stonewall and fight with union baristas, they aren’t afraid to do what it takes to win the fair contract that they’ve earned," Fox writes. "This i...
inthesetimes.com
November 13, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Starbucks workers across the country are on strike today. The reason is simple: after promising to bargain in good faith, Starbucks has stalled, stonewalled, and refused to negotiate a fair contract with union baristas.
inthesetimes.com/article/star...
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Days before losing (for a second time) to NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, disgraced former Gov. Andrew Cuomo prophesied that, if “this socialist wing wins, the Democratic Party dies.”
@milesklassin.bsky.social posits we should not shed tears.
@milesklassin.bsky.social posits we should not shed tears.
A New Kind of Party
The Democrats’ centrist wing suffered its latest humiliation with Andrew Cuomo’s defeat in New York City. It’s time for something new—and the victory of democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani points the ...
inthesetimes.com
November 14, 2025 at 12:23 AM
Days before losing (for a second time) to NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, disgraced former Gov. Andrew Cuomo prophesied that, if “this socialist wing wins, the Democratic Party dies.”
@milesklassin.bsky.social posits we should not shed tears.
@milesklassin.bsky.social posits we should not shed tears.
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Another brilliant observation from my favorite pastor, @RevBenjaminRCremer
Dear American Christian,
With the explosion of #anti-Muslim rhetoric yet again online, I just want to express something to you.
I’ve been in #Christian ministry all my life.
Dear American Christian,
With the explosion of #anti-Muslim rhetoric yet again online, I just want to express something to you.
I’ve been in #Christian ministry all my life.
November 7, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Another brilliant observation from my favorite pastor, @RevBenjaminRCremer
Dear American Christian,
With the explosion of #anti-Muslim rhetoric yet again online, I just want to express something to you.
I’ve been in #Christian ministry all my life.
Dear American Christian,
With the explosion of #anti-Muslim rhetoric yet again online, I just want to express something to you.
I’ve been in #Christian ministry all my life.
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Zohran Mamdani has made history as New York City’s first Muslim, socialist mayor — and for In These Times contributor, @emanabdelhadi.bsky.social, his victory feels like a love letter to the New York that both embraced and opened the world to her.
Zohran Mamdani Wins and It Is a Celebration of My New York
Mamdani will be New York City's first Muslim, socialist mayor. But his victory does—and should—mean much more.
inthesetimes.com
November 7, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Zohran Mamdani has made history as New York City’s first Muslim, socialist mayor — and for In These Times contributor, @emanabdelhadi.bsky.social, his victory feels like a love letter to the New York that both embraced and opened the world to her.
My new weekly video podcast conversation with Shane Yirak happens every Wednesday at 10 AM pacific time on Substack. Shane and I discuss current issues, he from California, and me from Vancouver. Find me there at schizophonicmusic #unitednations #uspolitics #humanrights
October 29, 2025 at 7:21 PM
My new weekly video podcast conversation with Shane Yirak happens every Wednesday at 10 AM pacific time on Substack. Shane and I discuss current issues, he from California, and me from Vancouver. Find me there at schizophonicmusic #unitednations #uspolitics #humanrights
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Our military is being paid by an anonymous donor.
Our WH East Wing was demolished for a ballroom - paid for by donors.
These aren’t acts of benevolence or patriotism.
This is the oligarchy assuming control, insidiously becoming part of how we function.
Every American should reject it.
Our WH East Wing was demolished for a ballroom - paid for by donors.
These aren’t acts of benevolence or patriotism.
This is the oligarchy assuming control, insidiously becoming part of how we function.
Every American should reject it.
October 25, 2025 at 2:21 AM
Our military is being paid by an anonymous donor.
Our WH East Wing was demolished for a ballroom - paid for by donors.
These aren’t acts of benevolence or patriotism.
This is the oligarchy assuming control, insidiously becoming part of how we function.
Every American should reject it.
Our WH East Wing was demolished for a ballroom - paid for by donors.
These aren’t acts of benevolence or patriotism.
This is the oligarchy assuming control, insidiously becoming part of how we function.
Every American should reject it.
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This is located in the Lakeview neighborhood of Chicago, close to Fullerton and Sheffield. It's a densely populated area near DePaul University. I'm pleased to see the community standing up against these despicable individuals.
October 25, 2025 at 10:13 AM
This is located in the Lakeview neighborhood of Chicago, close to Fullerton and Sheffield. It's a densely populated area near DePaul University. I'm pleased to see the community standing up against these despicable individuals.
The masked ones are the illegal aliens.
The energy we need is this suburban dad standing out in the street -- barefoot with Blackhawks pajama pants on -- screaming at the masked goons to get the fuck out of their neighborhood.
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October 25, 2025 at 8:19 PM
The masked ones are the illegal aliens.
Murder
President Donald Trump speaks to members of the press on October 19, 2025, aboard Air Force One. | Alex Wong/Getty Images
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This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps...
Is the US killing innocent people?
Colombia’s president accused Trump of “murder.” Trump is retaliating with sanctions.
www.vox.com
October 25, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Murder
Murder
At least 46 people have been killed in the attacks.
Six Dead After U.S. Military Conducts 10th Strike On Suspected Drug Cartels
At least 46 people have been killed in the attacks.
www.forbes.com
October 25, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Murder
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I could not be prouder that my law firm is currently litigating 60 voting, election and redistricting cases in 30 states. Even as large law firms bow down, we continue to fight for democracy every single day.
October 25, 2025 at 6:29 PM
I could not be prouder that my law firm is currently litigating 60 voting, election and redistricting cases in 30 states. Even as large law firms bow down, we continue to fight for democracy every single day.
My very special Halloween music for you.
Download and play to create a scary soundtrack for the kids coming to your door, or your Halloween Party! Free to listen, 40% off purchase with code allhallow40. open.substack.com/pub/schizoph...
#halloweenmusic #halloweenmood #spookymusic #spookyvibes
Download and play to create a scary soundtrack for the kids coming to your door, or your Halloween Party! Free to listen, 40% off purchase with code allhallow40. open.substack.com/pub/schizoph...
#halloweenmusic #halloweenmood #spookymusic #spookyvibes
My very special Halloween music for you
Download this album (or track(s) and play the tracks to create a scary soundtrack for the kids coming to your door, or your Halloween Party!
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October 25, 2025 at 6:05 PM
My very special Halloween music for you.
Download and play to create a scary soundtrack for the kids coming to your door, or your Halloween Party! Free to listen, 40% off purchase with code allhallow40. open.substack.com/pub/schizoph...
#halloweenmusic #halloweenmood #spookymusic #spookyvibes
Download and play to create a scary soundtrack for the kids coming to your door, or your Halloween Party! Free to listen, 40% off purchase with code allhallow40. open.substack.com/pub/schizoph...
#halloweenmusic #halloweenmood #spookymusic #spookyvibes
It's coming on Halloween! Get my album
Allhallowtide: Souls and Saints Abide
for 40% off by entering the code allhallow40 on checkout.
#spookymusic #preparedpiano #musiqueconcrete
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Allhallowtide: Souls and Saints Abide
for 40% off by entering the code allhallow40 on checkout.
#spookymusic #preparedpiano #musiqueconcrete
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Allhallowtide: Souls and Saints Abide, by John Oliver
5 track album
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October 25, 2025 at 4:30 AM
It's coming on Halloween! Get my album
Allhallowtide: Souls and Saints Abide
for 40% off by entering the code allhallow40 on checkout.
#spookymusic #preparedpiano #musiqueconcrete
johnolivermusic.bandcamp.com/album/allhal...
Allhallowtide: Souls and Saints Abide
for 40% off by entering the code allhallow40 on checkout.
#spookymusic #preparedpiano #musiqueconcrete
johnolivermusic.bandcamp.com/album/allhal...
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October 19, 2025 at 12:03 AM
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Sadly alot of these people that are employed in police forces, sheriff departments, immigration are bullies. That’s why they took the job. Uneducated, cruel and nasty.
There’s no color or race.
These are just horrible people and we are getting to see who they really are.
Assholes are assholes 🇺🇸
There’s no color or race.
These are just horrible people and we are getting to see who they really are.
Assholes are assholes 🇺🇸
October 17, 2025 at 8:33 AM
Sadly alot of these people that are employed in police forces, sheriff departments, immigration are bullies. That’s why they took the job. Uneducated, cruel and nasty.
There’s no color or race.
These are just horrible people and we are getting to see who they really are.
Assholes are assholes 🇺🇸
There’s no color or race.
These are just horrible people and we are getting to see who they really are.
Assholes are assholes 🇺🇸
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Make it make sense. [Cartoon by Adam Zyglis]
October 17, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Make it make sense. [Cartoon by Adam Zyglis]
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It’s painfully clear. By refusing to swear in Adelita Grijalva, Speaker Johnson’s covering up Jeffrey Epstein’s global sex-trafficking ring.
Hey GOP: Bring back the House, cancel your health care cuts, reopen the government and release the files.
Hey GOP: Bring back the House, cancel your health care cuts, reopen the government and release the files.
October 17, 2025 at 4:35 PM
It’s painfully clear. By refusing to swear in Adelita Grijalva, Speaker Johnson’s covering up Jeffrey Epstein’s global sex-trafficking ring.
Hey GOP: Bring back the House, cancel your health care cuts, reopen the government and release the files.
Hey GOP: Bring back the House, cancel your health care cuts, reopen the government and release the files.