Sound + Vision

A curated cultural tour for America’s 250th: four essential works in film, music, podcasts and books that challenge national narratives and expand understanding.

How responsible AI, clear rights and fair licensing can protect creators across film, music and media. Lessons from MusicNation, the Human Artistry Campaign and the UAE.

James Blake’s frustration is valid but misdirected. Google’s AI summaries, scraping and ad model are hollowing out independent culture journalism and artists’ reach.

Madonna warns that AI and streaming metrics risk hollowing out creativity. Her call for digital stillness offers a timely message for London’s creative community.

How Wham!’s 1985 China tour reshaped pop culture. Mike Christie’s new documentary reframes the band’s diplomatic, musical and cultural impact through rare footage and interviews.

Missy Elliott will receive the Amazon Music Visionary Icon Award at Culture Creators’ 10th Innovators & Leaders brunch, supporting HBCU+ scholarships.

Hayley Kiyoko’s Girls Like Girls went from a generation-defining music video to a feature film. Why the new movie feels nostalgic but dated in today’s queer media landscape.

How Sulaimani’s Kurdish Mobile Film Festival and the Vim Foundation use mobile filmmaking to empower young artists and grow independent Kurdish cinema.

How smart use of music and sound turns ads into emotional, consistent and future-proof brand experiences. Practical questions and quick steps.

Discover ‘Wham! 10 Days In China’, the restored documentary about Wham!’s 1985 tour to China, its cultural impact and how to watch it on cinema and BBC.