top of page

Music is humanity’s first language—our bridge to history, identity, and change. Inspired by the griots, we amplify unheard stories, using rhythm and words to connect global minds to cultures they may never have known. Our mission is to inspire and empower the most challenged young minds through creative learning, making the arts a force for transformation worldwide.

Subscribe to our mailing list.

Thanks for subscribing!

RLB's Recent Blog Posts

Check out our YouTube Channel

School System Produced by Lee "B3" Edwards and Pascal "P3" Edwards | House Music | Bedroom Shut
03:28
Red Light Busking

School System Produced by Lee "B3" Edwards and Pascal "P3" Edwards | House Music | Bedroom Shut

school system Produced by Lee "B3" Edwards and Pascal "Hayze Da Producer" Edwards Samples oral histories from Leeroy Edwards, Desta Hyatt, Teresa Belton. This is part of the sound tracks released as part of our exhibition called Red Light Busking presents Kanda Vol.1 Bedroom Shut Music Up. An immersive, music-heavy exhibition exploring why music like grime was created and whether it was a reaction to, or a reflection of, life caught up in the criminal justice system, and what wider forces in society were at play... For more details on the event please visit our page https://www.redlightbusking.com/blog/categories/kanda-vol-1-bedroom-shut-music-up
Resilience Against Adversity | Knowledge, Music & Survival | Bedroom Shut Music Up
09:32
Red Light Busking

Resilience Against Adversity | Knowledge, Music & Survival | Bedroom Shut Music Up

Resilience Against Adversity (Short Version) This storyline explores resilience, identity and survival through real oral histories connected to Waltham Forest. Contributors reflect on African knowledge systems, maroons, structural racism, pirate radio, postcode conflict, prison, street life and the turning points that helped people seek a different path. At its heart, this story is about recognising greatness, breaking cycles and finding purpose even after adversity. Part of a Red Light Busking oral history project Kanda Vol.1 Bedroom Shut Music Up exploring Waltham Forest, African Caribbean experiences, youth culture, music and the criminal justice system. Content note: this audio includes references to racism, imprisonment, violence, drug use, mental health and difficult lived experiences. Made possible with support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund and National Lottery players. For details for our next event please visit https://www.redlightbusking.com/event
Put Me On Perks & U Know I'm Gone Crash Out 😡 | But Why? | Bedroom Shut Music Up  #trap #podcast
01:40
Red Light Busking

Put Me On Perks & U Know I'm Gone Crash Out 😡 | But Why? | Bedroom Shut Music Up #trap #podcast

Clip from Resilience Against Adversity Storyline This storyline explores resilience, identity and survival through real oral histories connected to Waltham Forest. Contributors reflect on African knowledge systems, maroons, structural racism, pirate radio, postcode conflict, prison, street life and the turning points that helped people seek a different path. At its heart, this story is about recognising greatness, breaking cycles and finding purpose even after adversity. Part of a Red Light Busking oral history project Kanda Vol.1 Bedroom Shut Music Up exploring Waltham Forest, African Caribbean experiences, youth culture, music and the criminal justice system.
Real Love - Produced by Top Dolla | RnB | Bedroom Shut Music Up
Red Light Busking

Real Love - Produced by Top Dolla | RnB | Bedroom Shut Music Up

Real Love - Produced by Top Dolla. This is part of the sound tracks released as part of our exhibition called Red Light Busking presents Kanda Vol.1 Bedroom Shut Music Up. An immersive, music-heavy exhibition exploring why music like grime was created and whether it was a reaction to, or a reflection of, life caught up in the criminal justice system, and what wider forces in society were at play... For more details on the event please visit our page https://www.redlightbusking.com/blog/categories/kanda-vol-1-bedroom-shut-music-up

bottom of page