Musical Truth: A Musical History of Modern Black Britain in 28 Songs

July 21, 2021
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2:30 pm
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3:30 pm

About The Event

Join writer, teacher, and music enthusiast, Jeffrey Boakye, in a conversation about his new book Musical Truth: A Musical History of Modern Black Britain in 28 Songs. A playlist/history book with a twist, Boakye introduces key moments in Black British history through the lens of modern music. Learn about the ground-breaking musicians whose songs have changed the world and discover key moments in the Black British narrative.

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