Love Music Hate Racism

A big night of reggae and ska is headlined by Pama International, who feature members from The Specials, Bentley Rhythm Ace, Pop Will Eat Itself, Lee Scratch Perry’s band and Galliano. A soul-induced ska, rocksteady and dub sensation for the 21st century. In association with Love Music Hate Racism, the PAMA INTL LOVE FILLED UK TOUR continues on the 29th February at The Pitz in Milton Keynes with special guests including New Town Kings & Big Topp. For Ticket Information please visit: http://www.pamainternational.co.uk/gigs.htm

Love Music Hate Racism is proud to announce an overseas event to be staged in Montreal, Canada! The event is to be held at Petit Campus on the 28th February 2007 at 8pm, with 4 live bands and DJ. The current line-up consists of acts Crystal Moustache and Revised Edition. More information will be available nearer the date.

A big night of reggae and ska is headlined by Pama International, who feature members from The Specials, Bentley Rhythm Ace, Pop Will Eat Itself, Lee Scratch Perry’s band and Galliano. A soul-induced ska, rocksteady and dub sensation for the 21st century. In association with Love Music Hate Racism, the PAMA INTL LOVE FILLED UK TOUR continues on the 28th February at Oxford Academy with special guests including DJ Derek & Skylarkin Sound system For Ticket Information please visit: http://www.pamainternational.co.uk/gigs.htm

A big night of reggae and ska is headlined by Pama International, who feature members from The Specials, Bentley Rhythm Ace, Pop Will Eat Itself, Lee Scratch Perry’s band and Galliano. A soul-induced ska, rocksteady and dub sensation for the 21st century. In association with Love Music Hate Racism, the PAMA INTL LOVE FILLED UK TOUR kickstarts on the 27th February at Norwich Waterfront including special guests Rebelation & New Town Kings. For Ticket Information please visit: http://www.pamainternational.co.uk/gigs.htm

LMHR supporters from across the country will be gathering in central London on 1st March at Unite Against Fascism's national conference. Artists including Dirty Pretty Things, Bashy, Natty, No.Lay and Snakeyman will be taking part in a LMHR Q&A, in a session devoted to organising the 27th April Victoria Park Carnival. If you want to hear more about Carnival 08, pick up flyers and posters to promote the event where you live, and meet up with other people from your area who are involved in LMHR, the Conference is the place to be. Click here for more details, and to register to come. ; Drew McConnell (Babyshambles), Sam Duckworth (Get Cape Wear Cape Fly), and Snakeyman at last year's conference.

On the 24th January 2008 LMHR will be hosting a great night at the Mood Night Club in Buxton LMHR consiting of acts Windows Are Fate and The Scavengers, with more acts to be confirmed. £2 entry fee

Brit Award winner Kate Nash used the occasion to promote the anti-fascist cause, sporting an Anti Nazi League badge on her dress. The singer had earlier contacted LMHR to pledge support for the campaign, and spoke to BBC 6 Music about her opposition to racism and fascism.

The Diversity Festival will get off with a Love Music Hate Racism extravaganza! Featuring: Stef has headphones, Star Crossed Lovers, The Broken Faces, James Lewis on the Didgeridoo, Ash Steele on the Djembe & Christ Towner on the Bongos, Ashmoor, Funky Justice, Shadows Heart At the Chester Students Union, Chester on Saturday 23rd February 2008 from7pm. Tickets are £5, NUS, University of Chester Students or Staff ID. Guests may be signed in with a student holding a valid University of Chester ID card. For more info please & details on tickets visit: http://www.chester.ac.uk/diversityfestival/love_hate.html

A big night of reggae and ska is headlined by Pama International, who feature members from The Specials, Bentley Rhythm Ace, Pop Will Eat Itself, Lee Scratch Perry’s band and Galliano. A soul-induced ska, rocksteady and dub sensation for the 21st century. In association with Love Music Hate Racism, the PAMA INTL LOVE FILLED UK TOUR starts on the 23rd February at Bath Moles. For Ticket Information please visit: http://www.pamainternational.co.uk/gigs.htm

The Race Equality Centre in Leicester is hosting a free conference for youth aged 13 – 19 years. Through a number of interactive workshops and debates, the conference aims to give young people an opportunity to: a. explore the impact of racism on their lives b. receive information about sources of support and help, and c. develop skills to be able to support their friends when encountering racial harassment. The conference will also incorporate a showing of a DVD supporting young people’s right to challenge racism developed by the “Love Music Hate Racism” campaign, followed by a specific workshop led by one of the “Love Music Hate Racism” artists and campaign workers. Any young people and youth organisations who wish to attend this free event can reserve places by calling (0116) 299 9809 or email rhiss@theraceequalitycentre.org.uk

By Meenal Odedra - LMHR supporter in Swadlincote, Derby. I know that racism is something that should never be tolerated. But what I am unable to understand is how songs such as Bashy's “Black Boys” are seen as unappropriate. This song - which celebrates the achievements of various Black artists - has caused conflict among listeners. To some it segregates the race, puts them above others-which could seem quite negative; people have argued that if such songs called “White Boys” were released it would be deemed racist. To others however, it celebrates their culture and shows that although their history was not the easiest to overcome, their future looks promising.

NARC. is very proud to support the Love Music, Hate Racism campaign and we’re putting on a very special gig to raise awareness for their cause! At The Cluny in Newcastle on Sunday 17th February you can see: Seven Heroes People of Santiago Dog Years And a very special guest DJ! The gig starts at 8pm, entry is just £4 and there may even be some nice surprises on the night! http://www.narcmedia.com/news-items/narc-presents-love-music-hate-racism/

The BME Forum are a holding a 'Celebrating Diversity' event at the Kings Hall, Stoke on 5th February 2008, 5.30pm. The event is the first annual event to celebrate the diverse cultures in Our City, there will be a multi-cultural buffet, various cultural performances, quizes, art and dvd showing peoples perception of culture and diversity. Everyone is welcome and entry is free.