Episode 1: Grime

02/14/24 • 36 min

From tabloid fodder to revered art form, Alexis navigates grime's journey over two transformative decades. Joined by grime enthusiast Jeffrey Boakye, author of Hold Tight: Hold Tight: Black Masculinity, Millennials and the Meaning of Grime, they explore the evolution of the genre’s sound, from its DIY roots to commercial acclaim and collaborations with global icons. With infectious enthusiasm, Jeffrey shares his encyclopedic knowledge, guiding listeners on where to begin their grime adventure. Join them as they unlock the vibrant history and musical essence of one of Britain's most influential musical genres.

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Episode 2: Classical

Alexis is on home turf as he dives into the world of classical music with organist and social media sensation, Anna Lapwood. Anna is a fierce advocate for the genre and has done incredible work bringing classical music to new audiences — both through her viral TikToks as well as her activities creating opportunities for musicians of all backgrounds. They get into the tricky business of defining classical music, how to make the genre more accessible to fans and musicians, and guide listeners on where they can start their classical listening journey.

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