Connecting through the art of sound Connecting through the art of sound

Metroland Cultures, based in Kilburn, have enjoyed an exciting year developing new artists and creating a nurturing environment for creatives to hone their skills.

Brent’s bid to be the Borough of Cultures was built on the idea that it’s legacy would ensure the borough’s arts, culture and creative industries not only continue thrive, but reposition Brent as London’s leading cultural destination. A key part of this, was the Council’s commitment to establishing and funding the charity: Metroland Cultures.

In April, twenty young people from across Brent got the opportunity to be mentored through the Metroland Young Associates Programme – Collective Rhythms. The programme explores what it means to be together using sound.

Lois Stonock. Metroland Director, said: “We are fortunate to have so many talented young artists in the borough who work so hard and seize every opportunity given to them.”

The programme offers access to the best arts and culture available with paid opportunities for three months for each young creative to learn new skills, have weekly sessions with industry professionals, mentorship, workshops, cumulating with an Arts Award qualification to help build a future career in the arts.

What’s popping over at K2K radio

In May, K2K (Kensal to Kilburn) Radio station found a new home at Metroland Studios, broadcasting live to their select audiences about music events and workshops.

Arriving Stateside

Metroland Studios artist Yasmin Nicholas, from Kensal Green, achieved Stateside success, with her work, as part of a group show ‘Are we free to move about the world: The Passport in Contemporary Art.’ Two of Yasmin’s pieces collectively titled ‘2 homes and stories about breadfruit’ featured at the Museum of Fine Arts, at Florida State University.

“The show focused on telling brilliant stories of migration and the passport’s ability of movement across the globe through visas, stamps and ultimately through art,” said Yasmin. Along with being a studio resident, Yasmin gained a grant from the Culture Fund in 2020 and was also an artist in the Brent 2020 Biennial. Find out more: www.metrolandcultures.com