By Abahlali baseMjondolo Solidarity UK
Mandela has been mourned across the world, his heroic words and deeds did far more than help end the racist apartheid system, his calm influence perhaps prevented a bloody civil war. So as Madiba has been laid to rest, it is time to much of his legacy is shown in the […]
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I just read this interview with Rizzle Kicks where they talk about hip-hop’s problem with misogyny and homophobia. Now, I’m a rapper. I’m a rapper who doesn’t even listen to rap anymore because I can’t deal with the constant buffoonery in the genre. I can listen to whatever I want. Because of that, I choose […]
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By Terence Elliot-Cooper / @terryec91
In the current climate of homogenising ‘urban’ music in order to make it acceptable for the radio waves (and to sell Mercedes Benz’), South London rapper Giggs has an unmistakable voice. His flow is also unique, and he brings that same slow, laid back and cool style which we heard on […]
By @Awate91
Today starts a new feature on The Multicultural Politic where our video blogger Awate speaks some knowledge on the issues of the day. This week’s it is about Football, the beautiful game and how middle-class xenophobes are trying to change it up for themselves.
By @EndRacism
“In 2013, racism and racial inequality still exist in the UK. Creating an equal and fair society where a person’s life chances are not affected by their race is possible, but only if we work together. The key to succeeding will be informing people about the continued existence of racism and the damage it […]
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By Stephanie Phillips / @stephanopolus
It’s hard to start this article. Even though it’s not a face-to-face conversation, it’s still hard. I won’t be able to track the real reaction on your face and the furrows in your brow as you take in what I’m about to say. I don’t know if this is easier or harder for […]
By South London Anti-Fascists / @SouthLondonAF
Event: An evening of Resistance to Fascism and Racism in the East End
Date: Saturday 31st August, 6pm – 12am
Location: The Rag Factory, 16-18 Heneage St (off Brick Lane), London E1 5LJ
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By @JustinTheLibSoc
50 years ago today, Washington D.C. was put on lockdown, a 24 hour ban on the selling of alcohol was imposed and the usually bustling streets were quiet almost trembling with fear. The reason being that negroes were marching on Washington and they were not welcome. The US Capital expecting a race riot, tolerated […]
By Terence Elliot-Cooper / @terryec91
US Hip-hop has undergone a major shift in the last few years, with a bunch of new faces emerging as the main players in the industry. The commercial side of hip-hop is diversifying, with artists such as Kendrick Lamar, Big Sean, 2 Chainz and J.Cole all becoming as successful as their […]
By @Sitainshort
There are some subjects that popular music will never tire of, themes that speak across our experiences, like love and heartbreak and the heinous violence of police brutality. Alright, maybe that last one isn’t universal, but it’s certainly inspired some great tracks. Here are ten of the best songs about the cops, and probably […]
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