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The music industry pledged millions in support of people of colour. But will the money help to fix its own problems with diversity? Grime artist Saskilla finds out.

The music industry reacted with a surge of outrage to the death of George Floyd. Artists and labels alike posted black squares on social media, standing in solidarity with people of colour. Following #BlackoutTuesday, a social media campaign led by two black music executives, grime artist Saskilla asks, what have music powerhouses done in the year that has followed, and have significant changes been made in the world of music?

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Sat 14 Oct 2023 01:50

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Music Played

  • Lady Leshurr

    Where Are You Now? (feat. Wiley)

  • AJ Tracey

    Blacked Out

  • Wiley

    50/50

  • Ghostpoet

    Cash and Carry Me Home

  • The Streets

    Streets Score

  • Lethal Bizzle vs Stormzy

    Dude

  • HAIM

    If I Could Change Your Mind

  • Roots Manuva

    Banana Skank

  • Flo Rida

    Shone (feat. Pleasure P)

Credits

Role Contributor
Presenter Saskilla
Producer Tammi Walker
Producer Fozia Nasir
Director Charlie Mole
Executive Producer Andrew Mayer
Production Company Century Films Ltd

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