{"title": "Upset The Rhythm: A People's History of Music", "start": "2026-11-03T19:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "The Horse Hospital", "address": "Colonnade, WC1N 1JD London", "price": "£13.77", "price_from": "13.77", "price_to": "13.77", "tickets_url": "https://dice.fm/event/l87yew-mississippi-records-presents-a-peoples-history-of-music-3rd-nov-the-horse-hospital-london-tickets?lng=en", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["music/history", "history"], "description": "A People's History of Music is a slideshow, lecture and film presentation drawing on archival film, sound clips and images to tell a history of global music scenes that struggled and endeavoured during periods of authoritarianism. It was developed by Eric Isaacson, founder of Mississippi Records and other small esoteric record labels, who over twenty-three years has released over 390 records and 165 mixtapes of DIY music from around the world. The show covers music from Ethiopia, Germany, North Korea, Cambodia, Brazil, Kenya, the USA and beyond, telling how powerful interests try to control music and how people fight back, drawing on Eric's colourfully described, personal experiences of the fascist creep. 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On stage and behind the scenes, it approaches the intensity of what became his final tour on this scale. Through music, images, and memory, it draws a cinematic portrait of a creator who has turned his songs into tools of struggle, identity, and community celebration.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/muguruza-fm-40-tour-74139/", "official_url": "https://ica.art/films/doc-n-roll-ff-muguruza-fm-40-tour-q-a", "image": "https://noky.io/images/0a59c849d08e6418bc068f9b1dbe2d5d5f14c51d8310ba0f17d9aee9230fa1d4-1200.webp"}, {"title": "New Black British Sound x BBC Introducing", "start": "2026-11-12T18:30:00Z", "end": "2026-11-12T21:30:00Z", "place": "V&A East Museum", "address": "Carpenters Road 107, E20 2AR London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://www.vam.ac.uk/info/buy-membership", "category": "concerts", "tags": ["society/black-culture/black-british", "music"], "description": "An evening of live music, networking and a panel conversation titled 'New Black British Sound x BBC Introducing' at V&A East Museum. 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Trailblazing New York artist Taylor Mac, an award-winning actor, theatre-maker and singer-songwriter, performs it with the Philharmonia Orchestra in its UK orchestral premiere, an abridged version of the original 24-hour-long performance art concert. Part orchestral concert, part performance art, it spans 240 years of American history, blending ballads, anthems, disco and more with extraordinary costumes, irreverent humour and poignant storytelling, and challenges audiences to reconsider whose stories are told and how we listen to them.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/taylor-mac-a-24-decade-history-of-popular-music-63463/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/628e9db55df1b6140a41e2b73c33b7554193ee48a5328b7c2ca69075b4225657-600.webp"}, {"title": "Reimagined histories: Spoken word and choir", "start": "2026-11-06T18:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "National Gallery", "address": "London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "concerts", "tags": ["music/singing/choir", "literature/spoken-word"], "description": "An evening of spoken word and choir at the National Gallery, held in the Pigott Theatre on level -1 of the Sainsbury Wing. It is led by poet and lawyer Dave Neita together with composer, artist and double bassist Dr Deborah Pritchard, joined by a choral ensemble. The performance is inspired by the exhibition 'Yinka Shonibare and Thomas Gainsborough: A Conversation', exploring themes of identity, dialogue, social justice and freedom. Blending historical and newly commissioned work, it places classical music of Gainsborough's era alongside contemporary compositions and bespoke poetry, reflecting on the legacies of empire and the transatlantic slave trade.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/reimagined-histories-spoken-word-and-choir-78903/", "official_url": "https://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/events/reimagined-histories-spoken-word-and-choir-06-11-2026", "image": "https://noky.io/images/3f5d42008a43fbc58de46f3e82c460b9f2c079a38af17ff9475f542dbca29080-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Music & Memories: An afternoon of music, memories and good company for older people", "start": "2026-11-11T14:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "The Jazz Social", "address": "Unit 4, 1 Ropemaker St, EC2V 9HT London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "concerts", "tags": ["music/jazz"], "description": "Music & Memories is a relaxed social afternoon of music, memories and good company, created especially for older people. It is part of the EFG London Jazz Festival, which is produced by Serious, and takes place at The Jazz Social. Guests can enjoy live music from SAHRA, hear favourite records from across the decades, and share stories and memories sparked by familiar songs. No knowledge of jazz is needed and there is no pressure to join in; attendees are welcome to bring a favourite record from their younger years and talk about what it means to them.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/music-memories-an-afternoon-of-music-memories-and-good-compa-69744/", "official_url": "https://efglondonjazzfestival.org.uk/events/music-memories-an-afternoon-of-music-memories-and-good-company-for-older-people", "image": "https://noky.io/images/9b2ce816d91baf5d2dab8ada63d9ff155568869550366e79618f4cf158edeadd-1200.webp"}, {"title": "City of London Sinfonia – These Memories May Be True", "start": "2026-11-10T19:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Wilton's Music Hall", "address": "Graces Alley 1, E1 8JB London", "price": "£13.50 – £28.00 full price | £11.00 – £25.50 concession", "price_from": "9.50", "price_to": "28.00", "tickets_url": "https://wiltons.org.uk/whats-on/flat-and-the-curves-rose-tinted/#Tickets_in", "category": "concerts", "tags": ["music/classical/orchestral", "society/migration"], "description": "City of London Sinfonia – These Memories May Be True is a 75-minute evening of orchestral music, words and stories at Wilton's Music Hall, with no interval. The concert was born from a year of conversations in a community kitchen between musicians and people seeking asylum in the UK, and explores what home means, how we hold onto it and how we carry it with us when we have to leave. The programme moves across continents and centuries with music by Reena Esmail, Bushra el-Turk, Lembit Beecher, Piazzolla, Vaughan Williams and Copland, and forms part of City of London Sinfonia's wider season exploring asylum and migration in the UK. The orchestra was founded in 1971 by Richard Hickox, and the evening features Alexandra Wood, CLS Creative Director and Leader, with projection design by visual artist Majid Adin.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/city-of-london-sinfonia-these-memories-may-be-true-40343/", "official_url": "https://wiltons.org.uk/whats-on/city-of-london-sinfonia-these-memories-may-be-true/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/3c928c52d2c79db515bf1118b6cba39d2f5366d85b79017f2b3e131976c57fcd-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Let’s Find Your Rhythm", "start": "2026-10-31T11:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Poplar Union", "address": "Cotall Street 2, E14 6TL London", "price": "£2", "price_from": "2.00", "price_to": "2.00", "tickets_url": "https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lets-find-your-rhythm-tickets-2001042551137?aff=oddtdtcreator", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["music/singing"], "description": "Let’s Find Your Rhythm is an interactive vocal workshop exploring voice, rhythm, storytelling and body percussion, drawing on musical traditions of the African and Caribbean diaspora. It is hosted by Hawa Khan, an educator, life coach and published songwriter, and takes place aboard Jenna, the Canal & River Trust's community boat. No previous singing or musical experience is needed.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/lets-find-your-rhythm-76764/", "official_url": "https://poplarunion.com/event/lets-find-your-rhythm/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/f0e3f2c8194b391d0725347182aa4d39cce059a9e8d4c5121e19697d3c3f3606-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Brent Record Album Covers Exhibition", "start": "2026-06-01T00:00:00+01:00", "end": "2026-10-31T00:00:00Z", "place": "Brent Museum", "address": "", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "exhibitions-museums", "tags": ["music/world/reggae", "art/photography"], "description": "An exhibition of Reggae album covers photographed in locations across Brent. It is curated by music historian Kwaku and shows the stories behind the iconic shots. It runs until 31 October 2026.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/brent-record-album-covers-exhibition-35077/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/893ac71dba5547b320b64dc6b4b7f1f22c181a412cfa1598a44e2543e654a6b4-600.webp"}, {"title": "Conversation and performance: Voices of democracy", "start": "2026-11-04T18:30:00Z", "end": "2026-11-04T20:30:00Z", "place": "Westminster Abbey", "address": "Dean's Yard 20, SW1P 3PA London", "price": "Free (booking required)", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/conversation-and-performance-voices-of-democracy-tickets-1990646530359", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["music/classical/choral", "history/democracy"], "description": "An immersive evening of music, readings, and discussion about how individual voices have shaped the long story of democracy in the UK. It is hosted by Westminster Abbey Institute as part of its programme The Long Story of Democracy. Chaired by Josie Rourke, it features a panel including Professor Janina Ramirez, music from St Margaret's Choristers and Consort, and performances by Paul Chahidi and Miranda Raison. From Magna Carta to Nelson Mandela, it explores how those who tested the foundations of democracy inspire hope for its future.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/conversation-and-performance-voices-of-democracy-49729/", "official_url": "https://www.westminster-abbey.org/abbey-events/lectures-and-talks/2026/november/conversation-and-performance-voices-of-democracy/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/53d94d67ae2efff392b59ae48b41d6facbba64eefcc87e098a46f1b7e7869e32-2000.webp"}, {"title": "upperground: DJ sets", "start": "2026-10-08T19:30:00+01:00", "end": "2026-12-17T21:30:00Z", "place": "V&A East Museum", "address": "Carpenters Road 107, E20 2AR London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "party-club", "tags": ["music/electronic"], "description": "upperground: DJ sets is a new DJ residency at a museum in London, where guest DJs fill the upper ground floor with music on Thursday evenings. Each edition puts one DJ in the spotlight, giving them room for an extended set in their own musical language, moving across genres, generations and geographies. Held during public opening hours, it explores how live music can change the way a museum is inhabited, creating space to listen, dance and meet. Past guests have included Josh Caffé, Karen Nyame KG and OLUWA, with DJ, producer and artist sweetestcape announced next.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/upperground-dj-sets-40094/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/710f5692529caf7053db6ba1e2ec3cdabb562585407c7ce772ae106e52085b04-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Friends of Music and Life Jam Session", "start": "2026-10-31T14:00:00Z", "end": "2026-10-31T16:00:00Z", "place": "Set Social", "address": "Nigel Road 55, SE15 4NP London", "price": "Free, no booking required", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "concerts", "tags": ["music/world"], "description": "Friends of Music and Life Jam Session is a monthly community gathering, part jam session and part open hangout. It is organised by Mohamed Ghrab and friends as a friendly spot for artists, musicians, writers and anyone to get together, play music and share ideas. Sessions offer an informal space to play together, learn new songs, explore global sounds and discover music in different languages, with no strict rules on what counts as taking part. It is open to all skill levels with zero experience needed, and you are welcome to bring instruments, poems, sketchbooks or whatever you are working on, or simply grab a drink and listen.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/friends-of-music-and-life-jam-session-38489/", "official_url": "https://setspace.uk/event/friends-of-music-and-life-jam-session/2026-10-31/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/ce08f57345d02542a0684ef923ac5fe7ea86edb83784bab3763a29fbc11c309b-2000.webp"}]}