The Music is Black: A British Story

V&A East Museum, Carpenters Road 107, E20 2AR, London

August 19, 2026 – January 10, 2027

Step into The Music is Black: A British Story and travel through time as over 120 tracks from every era play directly through your headset. This immersive sound experience explores 125 years of Black music-making in Britain, spanning four continents. More than an exhibition, it tells a story of excellence, struggle, resilience and joy, featuring iconic artists, instruments, stage wear, and archival materials that document the power and impact of Black British music across genres and generations.