Jay Kurdy’s Heritage of Hip Hop | #BlackHistoryMonth
This October, Unity Radio is celebrating Black History Month 2026 with a special four week series exploring the origins, history and cultural impact of Black music.
Every Saturday from 4–7pm, join us as four Unity Radio presenters take listeners on a journey through some of the most influential genres in music history, exploring where they came from, how they developed and the people and communities who helped shape them.
Listen back to Jay Kurdy’s Heritage of Hip Hop here:
Jay Kurdy explores the origins of Hip Hop, tracing its roots and the culture, creativity and communities that helped turn it into a global movement.
Still to come:
10th October, S Man: Jungle & Drum & Bass
S Man takes a look at the journey of Jungle and Drum & Bass, exploring the sounds, influences and evolution of two genres that have played a huge role in British music culture.
17th October, Tsana: The Roots of R&B
Tsana goes back to the roots of R&B, exploring the genre’s history and the artists, sounds and influences that helped shape its development.
24th October, Jermaine Lee: House & Garage
Jermaine Lee traces the history of House and Garage, looking at their origins, evolution and lasting influence on dance music and club culture.
Four weeks. Four genres. Decades of culture, creativity and influence.
Join Unity Radio every Saturday throughout October as we celebrate, learn and remember the stories behind some of the music that has shaped generations.
Only on Unity Radio, The Real Sound of the City. Live from MediaCityUK on 92.8FM or listen online at unityradio.fm.
