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Musical Truth

A Musical History of Modern Black Britain in 28 Songs

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Musical Truth

By: Jeffrey Boakye, Ngadi Smart - illustrator
Narrated by: Jeffrey Boakye
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Summary

Music can carry the stories of history like a message in a bottle.

Lord Kitchener, Neneh Cherry, Smiley Culture, Stormzy . . . Groundbreaking musicians whose songs have changed the world. But how? This exhilarating playlist tracks some of the key shifts in modern British history, and explores the emotional impact of 28 songs and the artists who performed them.

This book redefines British history, the Empire and postcolonialism, and will invite you to think again about the narratives and key moments in history that you have been taught up to now.

Thrilling, urgent, entertaining and thought-provoking, this beautiful companion to modern black music is a revelation and a delight.

©2022 Jeffrey Boakye (P)2022 Faber & Faber Arts & Entertainment History & Culture Politics, Society & Current Events Social justice

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"Engaging and accomplished...perfectly judged for young readers." (Guardian)
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