Many Rivers

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Many Rivers

Join author and cultural historian Lloyd Bradley and poet/music creative Rotimi Skyers as they explore the sounds and stories that have defined British Black music. Each week Lloyd and Rotimi welcome legendary musicians and leading cultural icons to the Warner Music studios for a candid and in-depth roundtable chat. Expect spirited debates, deep dives, total tangents, and a celebration of the voices and movements that set British Blackness apart.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. 04 • Cookie Pryce of Cookie Crew - from Battersea to The Bronx

    5D AGO

    04 • Cookie Pryce of Cookie Crew - from Battersea to The Bronx

    Rotimi and Lloyd sit down with Cookie Pryce of Cookie Crew to trace the rise of British Black hip-hop: from the South London youth clubs of Battersea to the heart of New York’s hip-hop scene in the Bronx. Cookie shares how Cookie Crew carved space for women in rap, and what it meant to build something from scratch - no blueprint, no permission, just passion! Follow the show and get in touch: Email the team at manyriverspod@gmail.com | Follow the show on Instagram and BlueSky Listen to the Spotify playlist here Lloyd is the co-curator of Black Sound London: The Story of British Black Music, an exhibition currently on at the Barbican Library from 10 Mar to 19 Jul 2025 More information here __________ A Warner Music Entertainment podcast, produced by Darkside Media. Produced by Tom Dark for Darkside Media, and Sorcha Macdonald for Warner Music Entertainment. Edited by Pete Vuckovic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 17m
  2. 03 • Jazzie B - Soul II Soul, sound systems, and DIY culture

    JUN 10

    03 • Jazzie B - Soul II Soul, sound systems, and DIY culture

    This week Rotimi and Lloyd are joined by the one and only Jazzie B, founder of Soul II Soul. From DIY merch shops, to the evolution of UK club culture, Jazzie shares his experiences of building a musical movement from the ground up. Featuring tales of t-shirts, tea-making, and transforming basements into barbershops. A must-listen for anyone into British soul, street culture, and the roots of UK music history. Follow the show and get in touch: Email the team at manyriverspod@gmail.com | Follow the show on Instagram and BlueSky Listen to the Spotify playlist here Lloyd is the co-curator of Black Sound London: The Story of British Black Music, an exhibition currently on at the Barbican Library from 10 Mar to 19 Jul 2025 More information here __________ A Warner Music Entertainment podcast, produced by Darkside Media. Produced by Tom Dark for Darkside Media, and Sorcha Macdonald for Warner Music Entertainment. Edited by Pete Vuckovic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 20m
  3. 02 • Courtney Pine - Jazz, culture, and community

    JUN 3

    02 • Courtney Pine - Jazz, culture, and community

    This week Lloyd and Rotimi are joined by jazz icon Courtney Pine, as they explore the roots and evolution of jazz in the UK. Together they trace the journey of jazz from African-American community music to a uniquely British sound and expression. They talk culture, gatekeeping, community, and why real jazz is all about live energy. This one’s a deep and vibrant dive into what keeps the genre alive and kicking. A truly leg-endy listen. Follow the show and get in touch: Email the team at manyriverspod@gmail.com | Follow the show on Instagram and BlueSky Listen to our Spotify playlist here Lloyd is the co-curator of Black Sound London: The Story of British Black Music, an exhibition currently on at the Barbican Library from 10 Mar to 19 Jul 2025 - more information here If you like what you've heard, you can give us a 5-star rating and leave a review in your podcast app of choice __________ A Warner Music Entertainment podcast, produced by Darkside Media. Produced by Tom Dark for Darkside Media, and Sorcha Macdonald for Warner Music Entertainment. Edited by Pete Vuckovic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 16m
  4. 01 • Lloyd and Rotimi - Welcome to Many Rivers

    MAY 27

    01 • Lloyd and Rotimi - Welcome to Many Rivers

    Our first episode of Many Rivers is an opportunity to get to know your hosts Lloyd and Rotimi before we bring the guests into the conversation. In this opening ep Lloyd and Ro discuss the motivations and aims behind the series: keeping stories alive, and connecting music to the culture that created it. To kick things off, the roots and growth of Notting Hill Carnival are given some exploration, but it's not long before Rotimi takes us on an unexpected Shirley Bassey tangent. Plus: Lloyd reveals the secrets of sampling in 80s hip-hop... It's many rivers for many conversational curve-balls! Follow the show and get in touch: Email the team at manyriverspod@gmail.com | Follow the show on Instagram and BlueSky Listen to the Spotify playlist here Lloyd is the co-curator of Black Sound London: The Story of British Black Music, an exhibition currently on at the Barbican Library from 10 Mar to 19 Jul 2025 More information here __________ A Warner Music Entertainment podcast, produced by Darkside Media. Produced by Tom Dark for Darkside Media, and Sorcha Macdonald for Warner Music Entertainment. Edited by Pete Vuckovic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min
  5. Introducing Many Rivers...

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    Introducing Many Rivers...

    Join author and cultural historian Lloyd Bradley and poet/music creative Rotimi Skyers as they explore the sounds and stories that have defined British Black music. Each week Lloyd and Rotimi welcome legendary musicians and leading cultural icons to the Warner Music studios for a candid and in-depth roundtable chat. Expect spirited debates, deep dives, total tangents, and a celebration of the voices and movements that set British Blackness apart. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    7 min

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Join author and cultural historian Lloyd Bradley and poet/music creative Rotimi Skyers as they explore the sounds and stories that have defined British Black music. Each week Lloyd and Rotimi welcome legendary musicians and leading cultural icons to the Warner Music studios for a candid and in-depth roundtable chat. Expect spirited debates, deep dives, total tangents, and a celebration of the voices and movements that set British Blackness apart.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Information

  • Creator
    Warner Music Entertainment
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Warner Music Entertainment
  • Show Website
    Many Rivers

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