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Discovering the role of Black and Queer artists in the birth of Dance music. The industry becomes the battleground for ‘erasure’. From uncredited vocal contributions to the sidelining of trailblazers, Mia Thornton asks if Dance music has become a classic case of cultural appropriation? DJ Paulette, a trailblazer who played at Manchester’s iconic Hacienda nightclub discusses overcoming sexism, ageism and racism. Kelli-Leigh, a vocalist who appeared on massive dance hits without a named credit opens up on the painful lessons she learnt from her time in the music industry. ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 1 presenter, Jaguar Bingham, discusses her efforts to create more inclusive spaces in the world of dance music and the ongoing struggle for equality and representation.
Programme WebsiteTracklist
- TrackArtist
- 1.Electronic RelaxationElectronic RelaxationA Tribe Called Quest
- 2.IronicIronicAlanis Morissette
- 3.Rhythm Is A DancerRhythm Is A DancerSnap!