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Beyond the Bassline: 500 Years of Black British Music
26 Apr
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26 Aug
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2024

Beyond the Bassline: 500 Years of Black British Music

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Mon, Weds, Thus, Fri: 09:30 - 18:00 / Tues: 09:30 - 20:00 / Sat: 09:30 - 17:00 / Sun: 11:00 - 17:00
British Library, London NW12DB

A trailblazing new exhibition celebrating the contributions of Black communities to the music scene in the UK. From archival footage to spectacular costumes, nostalgic videos of grime's golden era to industry-defining carnival performances, explore the huge impact and history of Black British sound that has now echoed through generations.

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