From some of the biggest names in black music, through unique collaborations, to emerging artists championing the new hybrid genres, Black Routes is committed to touring the best of African & Caribbean music to audiences across the UK. The network produces ten tours per year plus an associated programme of Learning and Participation work.

Black Routes is a partnership between five organisations – Africa Oyé (Liverpool), Centre for Music & Arts Technology – CMAT (Birmingham), Joyful Noise (London), Punch (Birmingham) and Serious (London), funded by Arts Council England.

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To see answers to a list of Frequently Asked Questions about Black Routes click here