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From fly posters to the Ferens
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The beat goes on: a selection of designs by Hull artist Richard Lees |
Posters promoting Hull rock bands and an anti-racism message will form a compelling new display at Ferens Art Gallery.
The posters, designed by Hull-based artist Richard Lees as part of the Rock Against Racism movement, were fly posted around the city in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Now their artistic and cultural worth have been recognised in the display which kicks off a weekend of anti-racism events.
"It will be a proud moment for me when they go on show at the Ferens," says Richard, from west Hull. "Even after all these years, the posters still have the power to hit you right between the eyes."
The display has been put together with funding from the Wilberforce 2007 commemorative partnership.
Included in the exhibition are posters promoting The Akrylyk Vyktymz and Timber Flesh – two Hull bands which featured vocalist Roland Gift who later found fame with the Fine Young Cannibals.
Meanwhile, the first-ever screening of the film 'Who Shot the Sheriff?' takes place at The Lamp, Norfolk Street, on Saturday August 11 at 7.30pm. The film looks at the history of Rock Against Racism and the rise of the contemporary Love Music Hate Racism campaign.
Hull's anti-racism weekend reaches a grand finale at The Adelphi Club, De Grey Street, on Sunday August 12 with performances by up and coming bands who are backing the continuing struggle against racism.
Seven years of groove for Grassroots
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Hot strings: a varied mix of musical styles will be performed by chamber group 7 Hertz |
One of Hull's most popular summer festivals returns to Pearson Park this month with a line up of local and international musicians and performers.
The Grassroots festival of music, art and dance is now in its seventh year, and to celebrate the entertainment will extend to six live music stages in the park.
"It will be an extravaganza of colourful sights and funky sounds," says festival organiser David Okwesia.
"I hope people come along and help us celebrate seven years of Grassroots at what will be Hull's most eclectic summer mix of music, dance and art."
Among the performers will be Koshka, a Glasgow-based fiddle and guitar group that performs alluring Gypsy and Russian airs.
La Cedille, from Besancon in France, will perform an explosive mixture of hip hop and jazz.
And Leeds-based 7 Hertz will perform the rhythms of chamber, folk and jazz at the festival before playing The Lamp in Norfolk Street that same evening.
New this year will be screenings in the festival's Hull Film marquee, and of course there will be the usual mouth-watering selection at the summer food café.
Break-dancers, rap battlers, beat boxers, and a Chinese dragon dance will also add vibrancy and colour to the occasion.
The festival, funded by Hull City Council and Arts Council England, runs from 11am to 7pm on Sunday August 19 and admission is free.
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