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Angels in White by PatriotMusic Follow me on Bandcamp Angels in White (The Nurses' Song) celebrates nurses and is a memorial to Susan Carol Bolack Sulier, - [Press, Interviews and Awards](https://patriotmusic.com/press/) - Join the Newsletter!: Get Free Songs, Exclusive Stories, and Updates! Subscribe Thank you! Check your email to confirm your subscription. Below is a selection of awards, press coverage and some of the interviews Matt has done around the country, ranging from AM & FM radio, television, podcasts, newspapers and website articles. If you're interested in - [About](https://patriotmusic.com/about/) - Award-winning songwriter and historian Matt Fitzgibbons founded PatriotMusic.com to celebrate liberty, natural rights, and America’s founding ideals through original music, videos, and commentary since 2005. - [Subversion of the U.S. Constitution](https://patriotmusic.com/subversion-of-the-u-s-constitution/) - The Citizenry of our Republic must ask a question: "How long are we willing to tolerate government officials, Representatives, Judges, etc. who take, but do not mean, their oaths to the U.S. Constitution; whose actual goal is to subvert and dismantle it? - [Are Digital Collectibles the Next Horizon For the Metaverse?](https://patriotmusic.com/are-digital-collectibles-the-next-horizon-for-the-metaverse/) - Individuals and tech giants alike are racing to stake their claims in the new frontier of The Metaverse. But how will The Metaverse differ from the Internet? As Supreme Court justice Potter Stewart said while admitting his inability to define obscenity in a landmark 1964 case, “I know it when I see it.” Imagine a - [Aristocracy in America](https://patriotmusic.com/aristocracy-in-america/) - ©7-2016 Matt Fitzgibbons, PatriotMusic.com Since the mid-18th century, before there was a United States, America came to despise aristocracy and everything it stood for. Today, with fewer and fewer voters familiar with history, aristocracy has experienced resurgence by using this vacuum as a new medium in which to flourish. After almost a century of effective - [Newsletter Signup](https://patriotmusic.com/newsletter-signup/) - Sign up for the PatriotMusic Newsletter and get free music, behind-the-scenes updates, new releases, videos, and exclusive content from Matt Fitzgibbons. - [Pawns (2016)](https://patriotmusic.com/pawns/) - Join the Newsletter!: Get Free Songs, Exclusive Stories, and Updates! Subscribe Thank you! Check your email to confirm your subscription. My award-winning album 'Pawns' is available now! Pawns by PatriotMusic Follow me on Bandcamp Credits: Matt Fitzgibbons: Music, lyrics, arrangement, production, vocals, acoustic guitar, drums/percussion, keyboards, harmonica, and bass guitar Rich Roger: Electric guitar, arrangement A.J. - [Entitled (2012)](https://patriotmusic.com/entitled/) - Join the Newsletter!: Get Free Songs, Exclusive Stories, and Updates! Subscribe Thank you! Check your email to confirm your subscription. My award-winning album 'Entitled' is available now! Entitled by Matt Fitzgibbons Follow me on Bandcamp Credits: Matt Fitzgibbons: Music, lyrics, arrangement, production, vocals, acoustic guitar, drums/percussion, keyboards, harmonica, and bass guitar (“Whiskey”, “I Still Believe - [Patriot 2 (2006)](https://patriotmusic.com/patriot-2/) - Join the Newsletter!: Get Free Songs, Exclusive Stories, and Updates! Subscribe Thank you! Check your email to confirm your subscription. My award-winning album'Patriot 2: A Celebration of Liberty' is available now! Patriot 2: A Celebration of Liberty by Matt Fitzgibbons Follow me on Bandcamp Credits: Matt Fitzgibbons: Words, Music, Arrangement, Lead Vocals, Harmony, Guitars, - [Patriot (2005)](https://patriotmusic.com/patriot/) - Join the Newsletter!: Get Free Songs, Exclusive Stories, and Updates! Subscribe Thank you! Check your email to confirm your subscription. My award-winning album ‘Patriot’ is available now! Patriot by Matt Fitzgibbons Follow me on Bandcamp Credits Matthew Fitzgibbons: Music, Lyrics, Vocals, Acoustic & Rhythm Guitars, (Prove It! Lead Guitar), Keyboards, Keyboard Bass, Harmonicas, Drum Programming / - [A History of Patriotic Music](https://patriotmusic.com/patriotic-music/) - What is Patriotic Music? Patriotic music is typically defined as music which expresses love or devotion to one’s country, but there are some problems with this definition. The first is that to those who lived for the thousands of years before the first nations existed, many of the songs they sang, performed and enjoyed would - [Music Releases](https://patriotmusic.com/music-releases/) - Award-winning music releases from Matt Fitzgibbons of PatriotMusic.com, including LPs, EPs and singles: Patriot, Patriot 2, Entitled, Pawns and Angels in White. - [Articles by Thomas Sulier](https://patriotmusic.com/articles-by-thomas-sulier/) - Read poignant articles by Thomas Sulier on American history, liberty, and our timeless principles at PatriotMusic.com. - [Articles by Matt Fitzgibbons](https://patriotmusic.com/articles/) - Articles by Matt Fitzgibbons on patriotic music, American history, liberty, Second Amendment, and the timeless principles of individual liberty. - [Contact](https://patriotmusic.com/contact/) - I love hearing from listeners. Feel free to drop me a line or reach out if you'd like to have me on your show or podcast. - [Videos](https://patriotmusic.com/videos/) - Join the Newsletter!: Get Free Songs, Exclusive Stories, and Updates! Subscribe Thank you! Check your email to confirm your subscription. Patriot Minute (Shorts) Short videos from philosopher, historian, and songwriter Matt Fitzgibbons on American history and our founding principles. Patriotic Music Videos Original music and videos by Matt Fitzgibbons. American History & Philosophy All Patriots - [History of the Second Amendment](https://patriotmusic.com/history-of-the-second-amendment/) - Explore the history of the Second Amendment from ancient roots to Heller and Bruen, by historian Matt Fitzgibbons. Trace the timeless right to bear arms. - [We Will Prevail](https://patriotmusic.com/we-will-prevail/) - Thomas Sulier reflects on George Washington's words from Valley Forge, the Revolutionary soldiers sacrifice and resolve, and the need to emulate their courage today. - [Peace is Precious](https://patriotmusic.com/peace-is-precious/) - Thomas Sulier shares his great great grandfather Isadore Belairs Civil War story: Union service, Spotsylvania capture, Andersonville survival. - [Nursing: A Noble Profession](https://patriotmusic.com/nursing-a-noble-profession/) - Thomas Sulier honors nurses as unsung heroes. Personal tribute from his wifes terminal cancer battle in 2018, highlighting their frontline care and comfort. - [Discography](https://patriotmusic.com/music-2/) - I'm happy to announce that my music catalog is being re-released with a new distributor. Each album will be available every two weeks starting from 2/1/2026. My first award-winning album 'Patriot' is now live. Click here for lyrics and links. New! All 43 songs & 5 albums on YouTube Angels in White (2021) • - [Thank You](https://patriotmusic.com/thank-you/) - Thank You for Subscribing! Your message has been received and your subscription is confirmed. You’ll receive updates on new releases, videos, and stories soon. In the meantime, you can follow me on: • YouTube • Rumble • Facebook • Spotify • TruthSocial Return to Homepage - [Articles written by Tom Sulier](https://patriotmusic.com/articles-written-by-tom-sulier/) - These patriotic and inspirational articles were written by writer and my friend, Tom Sulier. - [The Patriot Music Show](https://patriotmusic.com/the-patriot-music-show/) - Welcome to The Patriot Music Show, where intellectual minutemen come to train in philosophy, history and everything individual liberty.The U.S. is made up of people from every culture on earth, yet we are united by a shared belief in our founding principles. In fact, it was these principles that have attracted immigrants since our Republic’s The Patriot Music Show - [Control the Language, Control the Masses](https://patriotmusic.com/control-the-language-control-the-masses/) - There is a difference between the natural evolution of the English language and the Left's increasing use of censorship to control thought, such as Google's recent introduction of "Inclusive Language" algorithms to Enterprise-level users of Google Docs. The first happens slowly over time and is understandable, though it can have some serious implications when misunderstood, - [Electronic Press Kit](https://patriotmusic.com/electronic-press-kit/) - Click here for Reverb Nation Press Kit with Stats "Liberty has to be given to others in order to be kept and it's each generation's responsibility to preserve it." That's what musician/songwriter Matt Fitzgibbons believes is the driving force behind the success of our Republic and all free societies. With many awards (including two ASCAPlus - [What is a Patriot?](https://patriotmusic.com/what-is-a-patriot/) - I get asked this question all the time, from interviewers, fans, and even people who have just heard about my music project PatriotMusic.com. My definition of a "patriot" doesn't come straight from a dictionary, which only gives the denotation. I don't ignore the connotation and I don't ignore history. Frankly, most dictionaries get it about - [Why Should We Care About The U.S. Constitution?](https://patriotmusic.com/why-should-we-care-about-the-u-s-constitution/) - After all, it’s just outdated pieces of paper with little relevance today, right? Imagine living in a world where there was never freedom of speech, freedom of the press, there was one State religion or none at all, where random searches of your home or person could happen at any time, where you were banned - [Woulda Coulda Shoulda: Trump’s Lackluster Debate Performance](https://patriotmusic.com/woulda-coulda-shoulda-trumps-lackluster-debate-performance/) - ©2016, Matt Fitzgibbons, PatriotMusic.com For many months we’ve heard and read politicians, so-called journalists and pundits alike espouse their belief that Donald J. Trump is not really a Republican. They question his commitment to Conservative ideals at every turn, perhaps uncomfortable with the prospect of a President who does not tow the party line, perhaps - [Why Should Anyone Trust the Election Results?](https://patriotmusic.com/why-should-anyone-trust-the-election-results/) - There is a consensus among corporate media on both the right and the left that Donald Trump made a huge mistake in the third Presidential Debate by not agreeing to accept the results of the election. Chris Wallace: “Do you make the same commitment that you will absolutely — sir, that you will absolutely accept - [We Choose](https://patriotmusic.com/we-choose/) - ©7-2016 Matt Fitzgibbons, PatriotMusic.com Yesterday I watched two people talking about a recent highly-publicized miscarriage of justice. While the first went through the list of crimes the public figure is getting away with because of political connections, the other slumped a bit, waved his hand and said, "They're all corrupt. It's always been that way." - [There is Hope with a New Anti-Federalist Movement](https://patriotmusic.com/a-new-anti-federalist-movement/) - In the early days of our Republic our first constitution (The Articles of Confederation) was a dismal failure. Having been essentially independent from England's rule for many decades, it was the best that could be agreed upon at the time: a compromise. Under it, the newly formed States maintained their individual sovereignty and power. But - [The Devil in the Details of the Music Modernization Act](https://patriotmusic.com/the-devil-in-the-details-of-the-music-modernization-act/) - By Matt Fitzgibbons September 7, 2018 Recently, members of Congress reportedly came to a handshake agreement that has brought the Music Modernization Act one step closer to passage. By all accounts, the MMA is the first comprehensive legislation in decades to reform music copyrights. A rare coalition of music industry professionals, including performing rights organizations, terrestrial radio, digital streaming - [Sessions' Justice Department Must Protect Songwriters](https://patriotmusic.com/sessions-justice-department-must-protect-songwriters/) - By Matt Fitzgibbons | Monday, 07 May 2018 In February 1787, after winning a long and bloody war against the most powerful military of the time, the American Citizenry sent their 55 delegates back to Philadelphia to fix the Articles of Confederation, our first, and by all accounts, miserable excuse for a constitution. After four hot and humid - [Restoring Freedom: Now or Never (And how to do it)](https://patriotmusic.com/restoring-freedom-now-or-never-and-how-to-do-it/) - Big government has been crushing the United States for the past two decades. The last 8 years in particular signaled a potentially irreversible slide towards socialism and permanent debt. In typical American fashion, in the 11th hour, the citizenry acted by purging the Presidency and Congress of embedded insiders by handing the reigns to (hopefully) - [Presidential Communication: A Brief History](https://patriotmusic.com/presidential-communication-a-brief-history/) - Since George Washington was inaugurated in 1789, the way our Presidents have communicated with the citizenry has changed dramatically. As a surveyor in western Virginia, member of the House of Burgesses and Continental Congress, Commander of the Continental Army, President of the Constitutional Convention and later, first President of the United States, Washington was an - [Paying Tribute to Iran](https://patriotmusic.com/paying-tribute-to-iran/) - ©8-2016 Matt Fitzgibbons, PatriotMusic.com Recently, the President of the United States was discovered to have secretly organized a shipment of $440 million to Iran which happened to coincide with the release of four American prisoners held in Tehran. It was paid in foreign currency, ostensibly because it is illegal to pay U.S. Dollars to Iran. - [Our History of Banning Certain Groups from Immigrating](https://patriotmusic.com/our-history-of-banning-certain-groups-from-immigrating/) - ©9-2016 Matt Fitzgibbons, PatriotMusic.com Throughout our history, the United States have always adapted our immigration policies to suit the times and the will of the citizenry. Progressives have worked aggressively for decades to systematically rewrite history in support of their destructive ideologies. They must distort or ignore facts because facts lead to truth and common - [No Good Reason to Bring Down the International Space Station](https://patriotmusic.com/no-good-reason-to-bring-down-the-international-space-station/) - Keeping the orbiting science experiment platform up and running will benefit mankind for eons to come By Matt Fitzgibbons | Saturday, August 18, 2018 The Roman Empire is still amazing, simply because of how much of the ancient civilization remains. The Coliseum, aqueducts, and hundreds of miles of roads are still standing more than 1,500 - [License, Registration and Insurance](https://patriotmusic.com/license-registration-and-insurance/) - ©7-2016 Matt Fitzgibbons, PatriotMusic.com As a musician, for years I've been accustomed to being that one, crappy car coming down the road at 2:00 a.m. after a gig or recording session and the blue lights go off behind me. I ask myself, "What did I do?” Inevitably, the heart starts racing and in my mind, - [Globalism is the Single Greatest Threat to the United States](https://patriotmusic.com/globalism-is-the-single-greatest-threat-to-the-united-states/) - In West Palm Beach, Donald Trump gave a momentous speech warning about the dangers of globalism and Hillary Clinton’s dedication to it. This was one of the most powerful speeches he’s given to date because for the first time since Eisenhower’s “Industrial Military Complex” exit speech in 1961, a powerful public figure overtly warned Americans - [Eliminate the Electoral College if You Hate Minorities](https://patriotmusic.com/eliminate-the-electoral-college-if-you-hate-minorities/) - In the wake of Donald J. Trump's historic election to the Presidency, the political left has again picked up the rallying cry demanding the elimination of the Electoral College. In the 228 years since 1788, the United States have held 56 Presidential Elections. In four of these, the winner did not secure the popular vote. - [Election Fraud: Nothing to See Here!](https://patriotmusic.com/election-fraud-nothing-to-see-here/) - Google “Voter Fraud” and notice how many articles are listed by left-wing “news organizations” citing so-called experts saying that it is “rare”, “overblown”, or as the Huffington Post declares, “consistent since 2000”. The same is true for other, similar search terms on Google such as “Voter Fraud Cases” and “History of Voter Fraud”. If I - [Defining a Candidates “History” in the Debates Could Determine the Outcome](https://patriotmusic.com/defining-a-candidates-history-in-the-debates-could-determine-the-outcome/) - History is the best tool we have to estimate how the candidates are likely to act if elected President and what we can expect from their adminstration. In the Presidential Debates, it will be the goal of each candidate to turn both their own history into a selling point and their opponent’s history into a - [Are Fair Elections Even Possible in the Digital Age?](https://patriotmusic.com/are-fair-elections-even-possible-in-the-digital-age/) - ©8-2016 Matt Fitzgibbons, PatriotMusic.com The American War for Independence signaled the beginnings of an extraordinarily bright time in the history of our species. The 13 original States unified to defeat the greatest military of the time and won the privilege of self-rule. This happened because a one-time event occurred when many of the world's greatest - [Amazon has Come to the Swamp](https://patriotmusic.com/amazon-has-come-to-the-swamp/) - At George Washington's inauguration in April of 1789, New York was our new Republic's capital. Less than a year later, a deal was struck by Jefferson, Madison, and Hamilton to move the capital to the mouth of the Potomac. The North would benefit by having Congress assume the States' debts, and the South would have - [A Tonic For the Election Blues](https://patriotmusic.com/a-tonic-for-the-election-blues/) - ©7-2016 Matt Fitzgibbons, PatriotMusic.com In these last 100 days of the 2016 Presidential Election, Americans will be bombarded with a constant cacophony of emotional toxicity. Whenever a radio, computer or television is on and nearby, we will hear and see heavily financed attempts to influence our actions on Election Day, and the vast majority of - [A Return to the Rule of Law](https://patriotmusic.com/a-return-to-the-rule-of-law/) - If there's one thing that Americans find intolerable; it's the blatant disregard for the rule of law, especially by government. As the Supreme Law of the Land, it must begin with the application of the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and all 27 Amendments as they were intended, not subverted activist judges to suit - ["The Federalists and the Anti-Federalists"](https://patriotmusic.com/the-federalists-and-the-anti-federalists/) - by Matt Fitzgibbons Both the Declaration of Independence and the Bill of Rights were born out of struggle. In 1776, Americans were ruled with an iron hand that decreed the English Constitution could be interpreted by both Parliament and the King to mean what they said it meant, not what had been clearly understood for - [Privacy Policy](https://patriotmusic.com/privacy-policy/) - Welcome to our Privacy Policy Your privacy is critically important to us. PatriotMusic.com is located at: PatriotMusic.com 26 Treadwell Avenue New Milford 06776 - CT , United States 8602108021 It is PatriotMusic.com's policy to respect your privacy regarding any information we may collect while operating our website. This Privacy Policy applies to https://www.PatriotMusic.com (hereinafter, "us", - [Angels in White Long](https://patriotmusic.com/angels-in-white-long/) - In the summer of 2019, a friend called me one afternoon. He liked my original music very much and had an idea. He had lost his wife to cancer the year before and asked me if I would consider recording one or two of her favorite songs for a CD which he could pass out - [The U.S. Bill of Rights](https://patriotmusic.com/the-u-s-bill-of-rights/) - The Conventions of a number of the States having, at the time of adopting the Constitution, expressed a desire, in order to prevent misconstruction or abuse of its powers, that further declaratory and restrictive clauses should be added, and as extending the ground of public confidence in the Government will best insure the beneficent ends - [First Amendment Rights](https://patriotmusic.com/first-amendment-rights/) - First Amendment Rights Amendment I. Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances. All rights are equally important, - [The Declaration of Independence](https://patriotmusic.com/the-declaration-of-independence/) - The Declaration of Independence IN CONGRESS, JULY 4, 1776 IN CONGRESS, JULY 4, 1776 The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America. When in the Course of human events it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another and to assume among the powers of