Sounds of Black Britain
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Episode 10: The Wrap Up
04 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We have been on a journey! For the final episode we look at what we've learned about the past, present and future of Black music in Great Britain and ...
Episode 9: Rise of Jungle, Garage & Grime
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jungle, Garage and Grime are three original Black British music genres that have influenced sound and culture throughout the world. Three innovative, ...
Episode 8: Sounds of the Black Atlantic: Re-Routing Rap
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It didn't start with us, but we definitely brought our own UK sound and style to it. This week, we're talking all about Hip-Hop. From its birthplace i...
Episode 7: Sounds of the Black Atlantic: Soul, Funk and Jazz
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode it’s all about the the sounds of the Black Atlantic - namely Soul, Funk and Jazz - and how these African American genres made their ...
Episode 6: Pirate Radio
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're back for Volume 2, and kicking off with a look at how Black pirate radio provided a platform for the sound of the underground in the UK. It made...
Episode 5: Black British Women In Music
16 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We couldn’t wrap Volume 1 of the Sounds of Black Britain without focussing on the brilliant and talented Black women, that have helped change the fa...
Episode 4: The Power Of Ska
09 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode looks at Jamaican musical culture's influence on UK scenes and styles through Ska, Rocksteady, Reggae and Dancehall. Julie takes us on a...
Episode 3: Racial Politics
02 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Coming together as one to enjoy music has to be the best thing about parties, clubs, concerts and festivals. But what happens when that communal vibe ...
Episode 2: Afrorock to Afroswing
26 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Afrorock, Afroswing, Afrobeats… do you know the difference? The music of young Africa is now part of Black British culture and identity. Julie Adenu...
Episode 1: Sounds Of Carnival
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When we talk about the musical history of Black Britain, it’s only right we talk about a staple of Black British culture... Carnival! To kick off th...
Introducing: The Black Curriculum Presents: Sounds of Black Britain
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Black Curriculum Presents: Sounds of Black Britain, a podcast which explores history and identity through Black British music. Join Julie Adenuga ...