Soul Partizan Radio Roadshow

A conversation. An unexpected reunion. A difficult few weeks. A piece of music you haven't heard for years. Suddenly, you find yourself looking at life — and the people around you — slightly differently.

SP#145: The Power of True Alignment comes from that place.

Two hours of music selected not simply by genre, decade or geography, but by instinct and connection. Sounds that shouldn't necessarily sit next to one another somehow find a common language — which, when you think about it, isn't a bad metaphor for people either.

There are reflections along the way on friendship, ageing, belonging, change, and the strange business of discovering what still fits when life doesn't quite resemble the picture you once had of it.

No grand answers.

Just some observations, a few stories and a serious amount of music.

From soul, jazz and rare groove to the unexpected corners that have always made up the Soul Partizan universe.

Maybe alignment isn't about getting everything right.

Maybe it's about recognising what feels right when it arrives.

SOUL PARTIZAN RADIO ROADSHOW #144 — 60 YEARS OF CARNIVAL

For Show #144, Soul Partizan heads into the heart of Notting Hill Carnival, celebrating 60 years of music, culture and sound system tradition.

We hang out with the legendary Rap Attack Sound System, celebrating 40 years on All Saints Road, chat with people in the crowd and soak up the unique Carnival atmosphere.

Between the conversations, Rodger Grant delivers another Soul Partizan journey through radiant chilled grooves, seductive neo-soul and Bank Holiday roadblocks, before diving into 60 years of roots, reggae and sublime dub.

Two hours. 60 years of Carnival. 40 years of Rap Attack.

Soul Partizan Radio Roadshow #144

Presented & selected by Rodger Grant

Available on Apple Podcasts & SoundCloud.

Soul Partizan Radio Roadshow #143 – Grown Vibes: The only lie i ever told

For over 35 years, Tomorrow’s Warriors has helped change the landscape of UK jazz, nurturing an extraordinary generation of artists including Ezra Collective, Moses Boyd, Nubya Garcia, Sheila Maurice-Grey, Cassie Kinoshi and Nérija.

Founded by Gary Crosby OBE and Janine Irons OBE, their work continues to create opportunities for young musicians to develop, perform and flourish.

It was great to head down, soak up the sounds and atmosphere — made even better when some of my oldest friends joined me.

Another musical journey from the Soul Partizan Radio Roadshow. Enjoy the ride. 🎶

Soul Partizan Radio Roadshow

There's something special about a World Cup.

It's never just about football.

It's about people, cultures, pride and the incredible way music and sport bring the world together. Over the past few weeks we've witnessed unforgettable moments, incredible talent, passionate supporters and stories that remind us why the World Cup is the biggest celebration on the planet.

From the streets of Mexico to the cities of Canada and the United States, millions of fans have travelled, sung, danced and represented their countries with pride, respect and joy. In a world that can often feel divided, it's been inspiring to see how sport can unite us all.

This month's Soul Partizan Radio Roadshow celebrates that spirit.

Rather than focusing on the results, I'm taking you on a musical journey around the globe, featuring sounds inspired by many of the nations that qualified for the tournament. It would be impossible to feature every country, but I've selected tracks that reflect the richness, diversity and influence of world music, all viewed through the Soul Partizan lens.

So sit back, turn it up and enjoy two hours of music without borders.

Less talking... more tunes.

Welcome to this special World Cup 2026 Edition of the Soul Partizan Radio Roadshow

Soul Partizan Heads to Let's Get It Together Festival, Hastings UK

This summer, Soul Partizan Radio Roadshow heads to Let's Get It Together Festival to celebrate the people, music and culture that continue to inspire us.

We' connected with artists, DJs and festival-goers, capturing stories, discovering new sounds and sharing the moments that make independent music culture so special. Fantastic interviews from Grammy award artist @ ViktorDuplaix & Organiser of the event @ CharlesOsaji make the whole experience that extra special x

Soul Partizan Radio Roadshow: V&A East. Opening day

The Music Is Black: A British Story opened as the inaugural exhibition at V&A East Museum in Stratford, London

. The exhibition explores over 125 years of Black British music's impact on culture through 200+ objects, including fashion, vinyl, and photography.

The runners and riders came through for this years Grand National at Aintree with three days of world class horse racing. Iam Maximus becoming the first horse since Red Rum in 1977 to regain the Grand National! What a day what an atmosphere!!! To celebrate I dedicated our latest podcast cover as a homage to the sport & I tell ya what these horses are massive up close. On tonights show we have Chilled emotional Soul, Rare groove delights, an exclusive interview with award-winning stage and studio composer, @WilliamRicketts, finally we head down to the BBE store in East London to celebrate the labels 30th Anniversary

Soul Partizan Radio Roadshow: Blimey, its March already, with no sign of the days slowing down, you are gonna need exceptional time out from societies every day pressures. May I offer the perfect remedy by introducing our podcast broadcasting from 5pm till 7pm. Designed to chill and invigorate, music and conversation to "expand your mind"

Step into a century of East End history at The Macbeth — a legendary boozer that’s survived near-closure and comes back swinging, thanks to Jamie Allan and Patrick Nolan.

This episode marks the start of my brand-new monthly residency, soundtracking the room with chilled anthems, rare grooves, conscious hip-hop, future-soul selections, early-hours mood music and revolutionary reggae from Sly & Robbie.

Historic walls. Forward-thinking sounds.

Lock in and let the music take you there.

This episode is all about celebrating the festive season and to give thanks for those who value your company. Cherished chilled vibes, warm up the show, then two hot steppers from new talent. Victoria Noelle & Isaiah Falls. Quiet storm anthems come crashing through with Harold Melvin, Stevie Wonder & Brief Encounter. We have wonderful interviews from the organisers of the Bridgeton Themed Charity ball & Latin percussion legend: Snowboy, who is hosting The January Blues festival in Soho