Posted On: August 1st 2026, 10:09 am
'The Music is Black: A British Story' at V&A East. An amazing exhibition, a must-see. I was pleased to see Carroll Thompson's 'Hopelessly In Love' coat, the Voodoo Ray bass machine, and memorabilia from Charlie Watts' jazz collection! Near the end, I was moved, too, after seeing the chord sheet to Armatrading's 'Love and Affection', two qualities that clearly informed each display. As you walk around, the music in your headphones changes depending on where you're standing, like a DJ system swimming in and out of your ears. It thrilled me. On until January