The history of Black musicians and the racist exploitation of their work.
Where to Watch The Battle for Black Music: Paid in Full • Series 1
3 Episodes
Who Stole the Soul
E1
Who Stole the SoulThis episode reveals how some of the most legendary black musical artists of all time have been exploited by the recording industry from its earliest days.
A Change Is Gonna Come
E2
A Change Is Gonna ComeCharting the failures and triumphs of black-owned and run record labels, including Motown, Stax, Def Jam and Roc-A-Fella, as they battled a hostile industry.
The Artist Strikes Back
E3
The Artist Strikes BackHow the digital revolution has inspired black artists to go it alone and bypass the major record labels entirely - but at what cost?
