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London Opens V&A East With 125 Years of Black Music
Acts of KindnessApr 16

London Opens V&A East With 125 Years of Black Music

London's newest museum celebrates its grand opening this weekend with an exhibition honoring over a century of Black British musical influence. V&A East brings world-class culture to East London's Stratford neighborhood.

Euronews2 min read
Black Music Powers 80% of UK's £30B Music Economy
SolutionsMar 17

Black Music Powers 80% of UK's £30B Music Economy

A groundbreaking report reveals Black Music contributes £24.5 billion to Britain's music industry over 30 years, yet creators still face a 20% pay gap. New data maps 138 genres rooted in Black culture and calls for equity reforms.

Google: economic growth report3 min read
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SolutionsMar 17

Black Music Powers 80% of UK's $30B Music Industry

A groundbreaking new report reveals Black music has contributed $24.5 billion to the UK music industry over 30 years, accounting for 80% of the market. The landmark study calls for better support and representation to match this enormous economic and cultural impact.

Google: economic growth report2 min read
Trumpeter Buck Clayton Found Jazz Freedom in 1930s Shanghai
Community HeroesJan 27

Trumpeter Buck Clayton Found Jazz Freedom in 1930s Shanghai

When the Great Depression crushed his music career, American trumpeter Buck Clayton took a chance on Shanghai and discovered something he'd never experienced at home: respect. His journey reveals how 1930s Shanghai became an unexpected haven where jazz transcended borders and Black musicians found dignity.

Sixth Tone2 min read
David Bowie Challenged MTV's Racism Live on Air in 1983
VideosJan 18

David Bowie Challenged MTV's Racism Live on Air in 1983

When most artists played it safe, David Bowie used his 1983 MTV interview to confront the network's exclusion of Black musicians during prime hours. His respectful but relentless questioning forced uncomfortable truths into the open.

Upworthy3 min read