The Conversation: Beyond Black History Month 1st Centenary
Antony McPherson
6 episodes
6 days ago
Send us a text Little Roy is a Jamaican Reggae Artist who began his musical career at just 12-years-old. As the first person to record a song with the word "reggae" in it, he is considered the true originator of the term, and absolutely instrumental in the shaping of the reggae genre. Little Roy claimed his first number one song at the age of just 16-years-old, with "Bongo Nyah", and he has enjoyed an influential, prolific career in music ever since. In this episode, Little Roy and Anthony M...
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Send us a text Little Roy is a Jamaican Reggae Artist who began his musical career at just 12-years-old. As the first person to record a song with the word "reggae" in it, he is considered the true originator of the term, and absolutely instrumental in the shaping of the reggae genre. Little Roy claimed his first number one song at the age of just 16-years-old, with "Bongo Nyah", and he has enjoyed an influential, prolific career in music ever since. In this episode, Little Roy and Anthony M...
Alex Wheatle: Prostate Cancer, Crompton Knights and Growing Up in London
The Conversation: Beyond Black History Month 1st Centenary
22 minutes
8 months ago
Alex Wheatle: Prostate Cancer, Crompton Knights and Growing Up in London
Send us a text Alex Wheatle, the "Brixton Bard," is a British novelist whose powerful stories explore themes of identity, race, and social justice, resonating deeply with young adult readers. Wheatle's Crongton Knights series, a vibrant and energetic portrayal of a group of friends in a fictional London estate, has become a modern classic, celebrated for its relatable characters, fast-paced plots, and insightful commentary on contemporary issues. In 2021, Alex was awarded an MBE in 2021 for h...
The Conversation: Beyond Black History Month 1st Centenary
Send us a text Little Roy is a Jamaican Reggae Artist who began his musical career at just 12-years-old. As the first person to record a song with the word "reggae" in it, he is considered the true originator of the term, and absolutely instrumental in the shaping of the reggae genre. Little Roy claimed his first number one song at the age of just 16-years-old, with "Bongo Nyah", and he has enjoyed an influential, prolific career in music ever since. In this episode, Little Roy and Anthony M...
