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For the 41st episode of #SpeakUpThursday we were joined by the North London singer/songwriter Ashaine White who broke down genre barriers with a series of brilliant singles in 2021. Her debut EP, Fairytales, is a story of striving for authenticity in her home city and available now. Ashaine will be joining our very own LMHR […]
Helena Star is a stand out DJ and Presenter in U.K. House and Techno. Her blending of multiple musical influences with raw energy is contagious and you appreciated accross London and internationally. On the 40th episode of #SpeakUpThursday Lois Browne sits down with her for a catch up as well as some deep chat in […]
Episode 38 of #SpeakUpThursday we were joined by Yemi Bolatiwa, an incredible singer who doesn’t appear to have any genre boundaries. With a deep passion for soul music you will may notice her pop up as a featured guest on tracks with electronic artists, DJ’s or music collectives. A friend of Love Music Hate Racism […]
For the 37th episode of #speakupthursday we were joined by the Zimbabwean-British musician, Shingai. Well known as the lead singer and bass player of the Noisettes Shingai’s solo career has consisted of some incredible music and collaborations drawing from a vast array of sounds. We were happy to catch up with our old friend, listen […]
On the 36th episode of #speakupthursday we were joined by Trinidad & Tobago musical artist and activist Will the Wolf. The playlist is strictly from the country, all of it is fresh and we had a great chat. #speakupthursday airs live on Soho Radio every other Thursday at Noon GMT then lives forever on Mixcloud.com
The 35th episode of #speakupthursday we had the pleasure of welcoming Love Music Hate Racism organiser, product manager at SA Recordings, DJ, activist and club culture enthusiast, Lois Browne to the show. She’ll be co-hosting with the creator of the show Alex who has been hosting thus far. We dove into an eclectic playlist of […]
This year’s Black History Month episode on #SpeakUpThursday with Love Music Hate Racism was in partnership with our friends at the Musicians Union. It was a joy to listen to Chardine Taylor Stone in conversation with Weyman Bennett. Chardine is a an activist, writer, a member of rock band Big Joanie, a trustee of London’s […]
On the 32 episode of #SpeakUpThursday we were happy to sit down with singer-songwriter, guitarist, producer and activist, Jelly Clever. Jelly is involved in the DIY/Punk, Jazz, and anti-racist scenes around London. She is praised by many for her unique musical approach and sound. On this show we listened to some of the music she […]
Episode 31 of #SpeakUpThursday is much different than previous shows. This show is conversation taken from a live panel that took place in the LMHR Tent at our free festival in Dagenham. The panel was chaired by Lois Browne and the panelist were author of ‘Babylon is Burning’ Rick Blackman, Rock Against Racism Co-Founder / […]
Episode 30 of #SpeakUpThursday we were joined by co-founder, chief executive and Artistic Director of Jazz re:freshed Justin McKenzie along with musician and Jazz Refreshed Event Producer, Tess Hirst. Jazz re:freshed is a music movement which started back in 2003. In 2021 they continue their tradition of challenging elitism and prejudice within jazz music while […]
For the 29th episode of #speakupthursday we were joined by the one and only Eliane Correa. Whether you’ve seen live her with her group Eli y La Evolucion, En el Aire Project, Wara or on a world tour with Hans Zimmer, you would know that this women is the real deal. On this Cuban Music […]
The 28th episode of #speakupthursday featured film director Mark Archer who recently directed an inspiring documentary titled ‘Don’t Go Gentle’, following one of our favourite bands, Idles. Do go see the film and if you like this episode be sure to follow Doc N’ Roll films on all socials
Sir Ashley J is an actor, presenter and writer who has worked with MTV Base, Live Nation, BBC, Amazon Prime, international Hip Hop show ‘BLAZE’ and countless others. It’s no coincidence the Barking and Dagenham native has been asked to host the free festival in Parsloes Park ‘Becontree 100’ on August 14. On episode 27 […]
Episode 33 of #speakupthursday featured the author of the brand new book ‘Babylon is Burning’ Rick Blackman. On this episode we discuss this incredible piece of work which is an analysis of 3 musical movements that have opposed fascism in 3 different eras of Britain, the 1950s, the late 1970’s and the first 2 decades […]
Episode 26 marks 1 year of the #speakupthursday radio show and we couldn’t have been more happy to welcome the cultural and musical force who is Shabaka Hutchings. Much more than a solo artist, he is the glue of boundary pushing bands Sons of Kemet, Shabaka and the Ancestors, and The Comet is Coming. He […]
Vula Malinga is an absolute master vocalist with a unique singing voice that just can’t be replicated. You likely have heard her with Basement Jaxx, Dizzee Rascal, Incognito, Natalie Williams Soul Family or in her group Diva Geek just to name a few. You also may have seen her sing live with Quincy Jones, Jules […]
On the 24th episode of #speakupthursday we celebrate the original music of previous guest hosts. All music in this playlist is written and recorded by our friends who have come on the show in past episodes. Sit back and enjoy some incredible tunes.Love Music Hate Racism’s #speakupthursday airs live on sohoradiolondon.com every other Thursday at […]
Episode 23 of Love Music Hate Racism’s #SpeakUpThursday Radio Show featured the one and only Oscar Jerome. Oscar’s debut full length album Breath Deep received much praise in 2020 and he is set for a Europe/UK Tour this fall. Original member of the internationally acclaimed Kokoroko, Oscar is noticeable in many different areas of London […]
On the 22nd episode of #speakupthursday we were joined by activist, musician and LMHR Hudderfield organiser, Pat Fulgoni. Pat is a singer for leading drum n bass stars such as Camo & Krooked (hospital) and Technimatic (shogun) as well as a solo artist in his own right. On this show he brought a very eclectic […]
For Episode 21 of the #speakupthursday radio show we had the honour of speaking with Yahael Camara-Onono. Yahael is the founder and band leader of Balimaya Project, a 17-piece collective of multi-talented musicians, celebrating West African folklore with modern musical arrangements and sounds. He programmed a playlist of some of his favourite west African songs […]