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PRS Foundation launches Power Up initiative to tackle anti-Black racism in music

PRS Foundation has announced the launch of Power Up, a new initiative designed to tackle anti-Black racism and disparities within the music industry. The programme, which launched today (January 25), has been shaped by over 80 Black music professionals and aims to support 40 Black music creators and industry figures a year through grants and …

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Maceo Plex confronts racism and diversity in latest single, ‘Cinemax’ – Dancing Astronaut

by: Josh Stewart Dec 8, 2020 Maceo Plex breathes new life into The Quantic Soul Orchestra’s raw and inspiring “Pushin’ On,” preserving the English funk outfit’s head-on social commentary amid a dark dance floor renovation on his latest release, “Cinemax.” Sophisticated percussion, signature swerving basslines, and an undeniable guitar riff make up the sonic backbone …

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