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'The Hand of Ken'. A Menelik Shabazz film about the work of visual artist Ken McCalla
'The Hand of Ken'. A Menelik Shabazz film about the work of visual artist Ken McCalla
'The Hand of Ken'. A Menelik Shabazz film about the work of visual artist Ken McCalla
The work of artist Ken McCalla resonates beyond time, portraying strong spiritual, philosophical and African centred themes in fine art, sculpture and print for over three decades. This short film brings to light one of the great living artist still working in the UK.
Drop Da Biscuit Pod No.23, Margaret Andrews
'The Hand of Ken'. A Menelik Shabazz film about the work of visual artist Ken McCalla
'The Hand of Ken'. A Menelik Shabazz film about the work of visual artist Ken McCalla
In the latest edition of Drop Da Biscuit I have a very interesting discussion with author, activist, educator and researcher Dr Margaret Andrews where, among other things, we look into her efforts to support, highlight and promote the seminal work and activities of Jessica and Eric Huntley.
London has its own jazz and it’s here to stay
'The Hand of Ken'. A Menelik Shabazz film about the work of visual artist Ken McCalla
A Tribe Called Quest announce posthumous Phife Dawg album
Vanguards of the London jazz scene have garnered acclaim by cultivating a culture of musical diversity and inclusion passed on through dedicated teachers and a spirit of giving.
A Tribe Called Quest announce posthumous Phife Dawg album
A Tribe Called Quest announce posthumous Phife Dawg album
A Tribe Called Quest announce posthumous Phife Dawg album
A Tribe Called Quest have announced a posthumous album from Phife Dawg.
Coming after the announcement of three new solo albums from A Tribe Called Quest's Q-Tip, the legendary hip-hop group have revealed that a posthumous album from founding member, Phife Dawg, will be released in 2021.
Fela Kuti Receives London Plaque
A Tribe Called Quest announce posthumous Phife Dawg album
Drop Da Biscuit Pod No.22, Locksley Gichie (The Cimarons)
Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti has been honoured with a commemorative plaque in London. The installation is part of the Black Plaque Project, which will see 30 plaques honouring key Black figures around the city.
Drop Da Biscuit Pod No.22, Locksley Gichie (The Cimarons)
A Tribe Called Quest announce posthumous Phife Dawg album
Drop Da Biscuit Pod No.22, Locksley Gichie (The Cimarons)
In this new edition of Drop Da Biscuit I’m in session with Locksley Gichie, one of the founding members of The Cimarons, the UK’s first homegrown roots reggae band. Locksley has some great stories.
A Brief Guide to the Shape of “Jazz Rap” Today
This Record Deal Simulator Could Upend the Way Artists Do Business
This Record Deal Simulator Could Upend the Way Artists Do Business
What is “Jazz Rap”? From its start with Hip Hop producers sampling jazz records and collaborating with jazz artists to modern day artists. Very interesting article on Bandcamp.
This Record Deal Simulator Could Upend the Way Artists Do Business
This Record Deal Simulator Could Upend the Way Artists Do Business
This Record Deal Simulator Could Upend the Way Artists Do Business
The creators of an online tool explain how they’re shining a light on the infamously shady music industry. Check out the story at Pitchfork.
Croydon Composers Online 2020 is here!
This Record Deal Simulator Could Upend the Way Artists Do Business
Croydon Composers Online 2020 is here!
The multi-generational, cross-genre musical collaboration bash is back. This time featuring 25 musicians/composers/producers and music videos. Pre-order Digital for 20th November...
Drop Da Biscuit Pod No.21 (Deemas J)
Could Spotify’s New Discovery Mode Be Considered Payola?
Croydon Composers Online 2020 is here!
Meet Deemas J. Find out about his Collabs with various luminaries including Wrongtom, Unit 137, Massive Attack and Adam Prescott (Reggae Roast).
Chris Blackwell on Bob Marley, James Bond and Jamaica
Could Spotify’s New Discovery Mode Be Considered Payola?
Could Spotify’s New Discovery Mode Be Considered Payola?
If a fortune teller had stirred her tea leaves left instead of right one day in 1962, the world outside of Jamaica might never have heard of ska, reggae, or Bob Marley.
Could Spotify’s New Discovery Mode Be Considered Payola?
Could Spotify’s New Discovery Mode Be Considered Payola?
Could Spotify’s New Discovery Mode Be Considered Payola?
The streaming giant’s latest tool gives artists the option to be paid less in royalties in exchange for more exposure.