From pirate radio to festival headliners, British Black music has transformed the soundscape of the UK. Join us for an electrifying evening of presentations, performances, and powerful conversations exploring 25 years of challenge, innovation, influence, and impact – from grime and Afrobeats to soul, jazz, gospel, reggae and beyond.
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Featuring: Key cultural commentators
Genre pioneers & industry insiders
Sector organisations shaping the future
Dive into the music. Hear the stories. Be part of the movement.
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