<p>Founding members of Light of the World, Kenny Wellington and Breeze McKrieth, join us this week to talk about the origins and legacy of Brit Funk. From their early days forming bands at college, to influencing a generation of UK pop, jazz, and soul artists, the duo take us on a journey of lasting cultural impact. Plus: Tales of legendary club Crackers, and sessions with Spandau Ballet.</p><br><p><strong>Follow the show and get in touch:</strong></p><p>Email the team at <a href="mailto:manyriverspod@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">manyriverspod@gmail.com</a> | Follow the show on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/manyriverspod/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/manyriverspod.bsky.social" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">BlueSky</a></p><br><p>Listen to the <strong>Spotify playlist</strong> <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3Ib3XPtPPPhIBJWcC0yeyC?si=623874ef1e5f453c" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a></p><br><p>Lloyd is the co-curator of <strong>Black Sound London: The Story of British Black Music</strong>, an exhibition currently on at the Barbican Library from 10 Mar to 19 Jul 2025</p><p>More information <a href="https://www.barbican.org.uk/whats-on/2025/event/black-sound-the-story-of-british-black-music" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a></p><br><p>__________</p><br><p>A Warner Music Entertainment podcast, produced by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/darksidemediahq/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Darkside Media</a>.</p><p>Produced by Tom Dark for Darkside Media, and Sorcha Macdonald for Warner Music Entertainment. Edited by Pete Vuckovic.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Many Rivers

Warner Music Entertainment

Kenny Wellington & Breeze McKrieth • Brit Funk, Light Of The Word, and lasting legacy

JUN 24, 202577 MIN
Many Rivers

Kenny Wellington & Breeze McKrieth • Brit Funk, Light Of The Word, and lasting legacy

JUN 24, 202577 MIN

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<p>Founding members of Light of the World, Kenny Wellington and Breeze McKrieth, join us this week to talk about the origins and legacy of Brit Funk. From their early days forming bands at college, to influencing a generation of UK pop, jazz, and soul artists, the duo take us on a journey of lasting cultural impact. Plus: Tales of legendary club Crackers, and sessions with Spandau Ballet.</p><br><p><strong>Follow the show and get in touch:</strong></p><p>Email the team at <a href="mailto:[email protected]" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">[email protected]</a> | Follow the show on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/manyriverspod/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/manyriverspod.bsky.social" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">BlueSky</a></p><br><p>Listen to the <strong>Spotify playlist</strong> <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3Ib3XPtPPPhIBJWcC0yeyC?si=623874ef1e5f453c" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a></p><br><p>Lloyd is the co-curator of <strong>Black Sound London: The Story of British Black Music</strong>, an exhibition currently on at the Barbican Library from 10 Mar to 19 Jul 2025</p><p>More information <a href="https://www.barbican.org.uk/whats-on/2025/event/black-sound-the-story-of-british-black-music" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a></p><br><p>__________</p><br><p>A Warner Music Entertainment podcast, produced by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/darksidemediahq/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Darkside Media</a>.</p><p>Produced by Tom Dark for Darkside Media, and Sorcha Macdonald for Warner Music Entertainment. Edited by Pete Vuckovic.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>