Behind the Barricades: The Best of David Rovics by David Rovics   Released: AK Press/Daemon Records (2003) Our Rating:  Our Rating System Price:  $14.98

David Rovics is no stranger to the picket line and North American protest scene, bringing his guitar and songs to support those who struggle for change. A prolific songwriter, this greatest hits package takes the best from his first 6 self-released CDs, together with 3 previously unreleased tracks specially recorded for this collection. With his accomplished bluegrass style, flat picking, and incisive lyrics, Rovics has been dubbed "the musical version of Democracy Now!" by radio host Amy Goodman. Shaping the issues of today into a witty and often biting commentary, Rovics carries on a folk tradition of rabble-rousing and agitating that would make Joe Hill and Woody Guthrie proud. "Listen to David Rovics!" [Pete Seeger]