Category Archives: Words, Sound & Power

Music & Poetry of the African diaspora

SPIRITUAL JAZZ Vol 6: Jazzman’s Journey Continues

Posted on February 17, 2015 by Paul Brad

Gerald the Jazzman continues on his Spiritual Jazz journey with this – his sixth volume. As ever, he delivers an extraordinary collection which this time round focuses on vocal offerings that reflect the spiritually charged politics of the multi-dimensional African … Continue reading →

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BERIMBAU: The Art Of Mestre Lourimbau

Posted on January 20, 2015 by Paul Brad

The Art Of Mestre Lourimbau is a Soundcloud playlist that my good friend Jody Gillett just turned me onto. She’s poised to jet off to Salvador and Recife for the next chapter in the UK vs Brasil Bass Culture Clash, … Continue reading →

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Northern Soul: Keepin’ The Faith

Posted on October 10, 2014 by Paul Brad

Northern Soul: The Film & Keepin’ The Faith. At long last, today – October 17th, Elaine Constantine’s much anticipated film Northern Soul hits the big screen at 120+ cinemas around the country and the buzz just keeps on keeping on. … Continue reading →

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“HANDS UP DON’T SHOOT!”… TALIB KWELI ON THE FRONTLINE… LAURYN HILL EXPRESSES ‘BLACK RAGE’

Posted on August 27, 2014 by Paul Brad

“HANDS UP DON’T SHOOT!”… “I CAN’T BREATHE!” … THAT’S WHAT THE PEOPLE ARE CHANTING ON THE STREETS FROM FERGUSON TO NYC … TALIB KWELI IS ON THE FRONTLINE… LAURYN HILL EXPRESSES ‘BLACK RAGE’… MEANWHILE PHILOSOPHER, ACADEMIC, ACTIVIST & AUTHOR, DR.CORNEL … Continue reading →

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Journey To The One with Nina Miranda & Adriano Adewale at The House Of St Barnabas

Posted on August 18, 2014 by Paul Brad

Journey To The One with Nina Miranda & Adriano Adewale took place at the House Of St Barnabas last week and they filled the Chapel with the multi-dimensional sounds of Brasil. The final session of the House Of St Barnabas’ … Continue reading →

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CARNIVAL WEEKEND: JAZZ RE-FEST 2014

Posted on August 17, 2014 by Paul Brad

CARNIVAL WEEKEND: JAZZ RE-FEST II kicks off at The Flyover in Ladbroke Grove. After the success of the 1st JAZZ RE:FEST last year, the Jazz re:freshed crew have answered the call to do it all again this year and the … Continue reading →

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SunRa100 @ House Of St Barnabas

Posted on August 11, 2014 by Paul Brad

SunRa100 @ House Of St Barnabas was a challenging and thrilling session that dug into the archives of flautist Rowland Sutherland to revive a set of charts that were written for event which took place back in 1999 and featured … Continue reading →

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Finding Fela – The Movie

Posted on August 9, 2014 by Paul Brad

A couple of nights ago I had the privilege of taking in an advanced screening of Alex Gibney’s ‘Finding Fela’ documentary and I came away thinking, “Yeah, yeah….Fela Anikulapo Kuti… people need to see this film.” Over the years I’ve … Continue reading →

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SONNY ROLLINS: IN HIS OWN WORDS – The NY Satire Backfires!

Posted on August 5, 2014 by Paul Brad

SONNY ROLLINS: IN HIS OWN WORDS was a satirical piece in the New Yorker – see below – that didn’t sit well with the saxophonist/composer, who is 84 in September, looks great, sounds amazing and regards his musical legacy as … Continue reading →

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THE RISE OF CHRONIXX

Posted on August 4, 2014 by Paul Brad

The Rise Of Chronixx has been a joy to watch. Initially, it was Pierre Bost at VP records who told me watch out for a conscious new generation yout’ called Chronixx and right now he is definitely on the rise … Continue reading →

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