Black Space returns for its second year, with help of focus groups and like minded partners. This year's festival highlights the movement from an Afro-Swedish perspective. Welcome to Black Space.
Programming
Bekännelser / Rutinkontroll / Mike Suso / Passion of Remembrance / Nápoles / Black Ventilation / Modo Banja / Janice / Svart Musik / Yemi / Namasenda / Galdem A Talk / Madi Banja / Hibotep (Nyege Nyege Tapes)
Bekännelser / Rutinkontroll / Mike Suso / Passion of Remembrance / Nápoles / Black Ventilation / Modo Banja / Janice / Svart Musik / Yemi / Namasenda / Galdem A Talk / Madi Banja / Hibotep (Nyege Nyege Tapes)
11:32
Rutinkontroll Gambian-Swedish artist Gee Dixon and his friends started an Instagram account that gathered the stories from black people and their encounters with Swedish police. Gee Dixon is joined by two black mothers with toddler sons, to recite some of the stories that were sent in. Produced by TUKIO
Report
6:00
Mike Suso The kora is a string instrument used extensively in West Africa. Mike Suso has played at numerous festivals throughout the world and will take his wizardry to Black Space.
Music
3:18
Nápoles Nápoles is a part of the creative collective LadiesLoveHipHop. She just released her debut single Slowzy and is currently in the works with her EP, releasing later this summer. Black is soul.
Music
1:03:01
Black Ventilation We gathered 7 young people identifying as black to ventilate and discuss topics like having belief in change, trauma porn, #BlackoutTuesday and issues within the black community. Lead by the host, Leila Trulsen. Produced by TUKIO.
Talk
2:26
Namasenda Namasenda is the cult label PC Music's latest roster addition. Angelic melodies combined with trance infused productions from the future.
Music
1:00:32
Hibotep (Nyege Nyege Tapes) Hibotep is a polymath and among the new generation of subversive creatives in Kampala creating change with her heartfelt and brave output. But first and foremost, she likes to get the party jumping. Coming to you live from the Nyege Nyege studio in Kampala with an hour of rhythms and black excellence.
Music
2:11
Bekännelser At the end of a phone call with his younger brother, Kris shares a poem reflecting on life as a black man and the cycles of healing under oppression.
Film
2:26
Modo Banja Modo Banja is a fresh newcomer in the Swedish music scene. Best known for his voice and timing Modo combines an R&B vibe with a truly African artistry. A showing example is his latest single MAN that features Madi Banja and the producer INOMI.
Music
3:21
Janice Janice has only in a couple of years established herself as an undeniable part of the Swedish music scene. Distinguished through her powerful voice and personal stories of sadness and hope. In Black Space, Janice will perform her new single "Rain Brings Out The Sun". A song that sheds light during these uncertain times.
"This song is from me to you. With love, J"
Music
9:59
Svart Musik The host Nathan Hamelberg, guides us through the historical ties that music has had with black culture. A rundown on how we got to where we are in pop music.
Talk
5:33
Yemi Three years have passed since the then 22-year old Yemi debuted with the critically acclaimed album "Neostockholm". His artistry, productions, and melodies is a unique blend of his Nigerian and Swedish roots.
Music
20:04
Galdem A Talk A sit-down together with the hosts of the podcast Galdem A Talk, Sara, Fatuma and Nada. Three young black women from Husby, snacks and talks about experiences and identity.
Talk
2:21
Madi Banja A year ago Madi Banja released his album "Välsignelsen". Since then Madi has been in the studio, working on new material. On Black Space he will perform his new song "Domino". A song that centres around racism and criminal justice structures in society.
Music
