“The Book of Mormon” sweeps the Tony Awards

Sunday night, “The Book of Mormon” Broadway musical swept the Tony Awards, as expected. Of its 14 nominations, it ultimately won 9 Tonys, including best musical, score, book, direction and featured actress. When the musical’s creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker (of South Park fame) accepted the awards last night, they thanked Joseph Smith. “He couldn’t be here tonight,” they joked, “but—you did it, Joseph! You got the Tony!”

Andrew Rannells sang “I Believe”, probably the least profane song from “The Book of Mormon.” The performance was the highlight of the Tonys. Enjoy.

The best atheist songs

Not all of these songs are “atheist” per se. Some are just critical of religion, and others simply express a humanist awe at our universe. But I feel I can justify every song’s inclusion. There are a LOT more atheist songs than those listed below, of course. What songs should I add to the list?

Depeche Mode – Blasphemous Rumours (Hat-tip to Ryan for the song)

Arcade Fire – Intervention

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