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Opinion: Can art and online activism effect change?

In the age of Black Lives Matter, artists across the planet are finding solace in making music with a message. Some have opted to donate record sale profits, while others record liberatory musical examinations on the climate we live in. But what makes an activist when art is the method of protest? Danielle Koku explores.

By Danielle Koku 8 Oct 2020
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Black British artists making waves in 2020

Black British music is being embraced more than ever before, and with such an abundance of fresh talent, we’ve pinpointed some artists that should absolutely be on your radar.

By Ray Sang 6 Oct 2020
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There's No Signal: How one radio station captured a community

We explore at the rise of the Black British radio station, No Signal, how they have effectively used their platform to promote Black British artists, how social media came to play such a large role in their story and what the future of the station is.

By Rahel Aklilu 5 Oct 2020
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Playlist: Black History Month

M Magazine's Black History Month playlist will be updated throughout October to shine a light on some of the standout Black songwriters, producers and composers that grace PRS' membership.

By Kyle Fisher 2 Oct 2020
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Interview: Kenny Crookston, Brass Bands England

‘In ten years’ time we envisage that bands actually will reflect the communities in which they are based. Everyone will feel welcome, comfortable and supported in the bandroom, as a result of proactive social engagement by bands within their communities.’

By Maya Radcliffe 29 Sep 2020
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Playlist: Nature TV

Following the release of their latest EP Lady Luck, we asked Brighton dreamers Nature TV to make us a playlist.

By Maya Radcliffe 25 Sep 2020
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Interview: Ranjana Ghatak

‘A lot of systems are breaking down now. So much isn’t working. I think it’s that experience of really getting in touch with your own internal voice and truth of what’s right - that’s definitely something that I am going through.’

By Olly Wareham 25 Sep 2020
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Behind the Scenes: Decolonise Fest

‘In the Decolonise Fest collective we're all just trying to see create the space all of us needed when we were teenagers. A space that would make us feel proud of our roots, our culture, and allow us to stay true to the whole of our being.’

By Maya Radcliffe 24 Sep 2020
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Playlist: Girlhood

Following the release of their latest single Queendom, we asked London duo Girlhood to make us a playlist.

By Maya Radcliffe 18 Sep 2020
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