From the 'Red Wedge' in the mid-late 80s, to the 'Left Field in Motion' in 2011, Billy Bragg matters just about as much as he ever has: vitally to some, not in the least to others!
The Red Wedge brought Bragg, The Style Council, The Communards and others together in the name of engaging young people with politics.

Many musicians merely pay lip service to 'trendy' social concerns, not Billy Bragg. Bragg is consistently sincere about his political beliefs, penning many deeply felt and intelligent songs about social issues. Most of which reflect Billy’s social conscience and his desire for people to tune in, keep faith and join together in a battle against world cynicism.