One beat many sounds – A Love Music Hate Racism musical celebration
Communities / Mon 2nd Mar 2026 at 12:18pm
Love Music Hate Racism Press Release 2/3/2026
One Beat Many Sounds – A Love Music Hate Racism Musical Celebration
ON Saturday 7th Love Music Hate Racism will bring together local musicians, groups, campaigners, and music lovers in a joint celebration of the unifying power of music against bigotry and hostility.
Musicians including Hertford based Neil Gowans and the Wino’s and Lewis Sycamore will be joined by Harlow’s own Roisin Quinn and Marie and the Meltdowns, with politics from Gary MacFarlane of Love Music Hate Racism.
The event will be compared by local punk poet Cherry B. It takes place at Phoenix Live in the Harvey Centre. Doors open at 7pm.
A Harlow Love Music Hate Racism spokesperson said ‘Love Music Hate Racism hosts and supports nationwide events including gigs and concerts with likeminded artists, as well as supporting local groups and communities nationwide in raising awareness of racism.
Artists have a key role to play in bringing communities together in the current climate. Music reflects the beautiful eclectic mix of our communities and has the power to spread hope and unite people against the hatred and division bred by the far-right.
It is now more important than ever that music is at the heart of a united cultural movement which will strengthen communities damaged by the corrosive effects of racism.’
Seamus
2026-03-02 12:28:01
If they just would name it "Love music", more would attend. Making it political just see's people not bother attending
Mike
2026-03-02 12:46:39
Seamus, the idea of the event, if you read the above, is to raise awareness of racism. That's why "Hate Racism" is in the title. I can't seen why anyone who is against racism would be offended by the use of the word in the name of the event??
Seamus
2026-03-02 13:21:23
Mike, humour me a moment. If it is entitled just Love music, would you agree that is a positive statement most can get behind? Now if you add Hate racism, you are implying the two are linked when most people are not and have never been racist. By adding that which is not necessary, you know who most of the attendee's will be. Far left tea towel wearing shouty intolerant lefties who seek to isolate everyone who is not like them. With that known, it will see some stay away because they just want to be entertained and join in but are fed up of all political discourse and virtue signalling.
Mr George
2026-03-02 17:13:30
Seamus, were punks far left tea towel wearing shouty intolerant lefties? Punks were born out of anti-establishment and also a hatred of racism. What about The Specials, 2 tone? Anti-racist. There's a fairly long history of bands standing up, or even inspired by being anti-racism and that's something to be proud of - apart from the fact they were ever needing to rise against it in the first place, racism shouldn't exist. Believe it or not, people from many political stances can actually be against racism and show kindness and concern for their fellow man. While going to a gig is entirely up to you, to label it as far left is a tad odd..
Mike
2026-03-02 20:09:52
Well said Mr George. Rock Against Racism, which was a similar movement, began in 1976 and was supported by iconic bands like the Clash and The Specials and was a political and cultural movement in response to a rise in racist attacks in the United Kingdom. Over the years it organized festivals, tours, gigs, to bring together music fans of ALL RACES and discourage the embrace of racism among young people. I'm not sure who could object to something like that? But really, the fact that a similar organization is needed 50 years later is a sad indictment of our society.
LMHR
2026-03-03 08:26:47
Seamus, if you can bring yourself to say “I hate Racism” at the door we might even cover your entry. Even Tory politicians can do it through gritted teeth, I believe in you.
Seamus
2026-03-03 13:58:09
LMHR, Some would have you believe racism is on every corner when it is not and who mentions racism the most, black asian, sub indian continent? Nope, white lefties. As I mentioned earlier, most people don't need to say it because by action the vast majority of the U.K. are not racist and never carry out a racist word or action. Look up Malcom X's 1963 speech which includes the statement on "white liberals". Mr George, I remember those days and recall the fantastic music. I also recall the NF turning up at the old Passmores gates trying to recruit members and most of us at school surrounding them at the gates and jostling them whilst telling them politely to F off. In todays angry world, people need some places to detach from it and have some fun. if you turn every event into a rebel without a clue, then your message only attracts the usual candidates who are constantly angry, whilst turning away those who just wanted a music night out. AnywayFor those few who go, have a good night out
Mr George
2026-03-03 16:25:05
Seamus - this is one event. I don't see this being 'every event'? I don't see racism as a 'far left' issue, it's a decent person issue. And hate crime/racist attacks are on the rise in the UK, nothing to be proud of. Instead of having a go at one music night being against racism, work on getting rid of racism like any other good person or just let people enjoy the event without being accused of wearing tea towels or being far left intolerant shouty people. YOU don't have to go as is your choice.
Mr George
2026-03-03 16:26:31
Ps, Seamus, the only person here who's been intolerant is you.
Seamus
2026-03-03 19:53:21
Far from it Mr George. Were I intolerant then I would be trying to ban such an event as is the raison d'être of the far left to anything they don't like. I simply pointed out you could get more from the Harlow community were it a musical event, rather than a political musical event. I also added "Anyway For those few who go, have a good night out". There is no intolerance on my part sir, just common sense.
LMHR
2026-03-04 07:49:48
Seamus, I agree. In spite of the 30 odd people who go climbing lampposts and fingerprinting roundabouts on the orders of former EDL members (a grooming gang in its own right) the majority in this town aren’t racist and therefore wouldn’t have an issue with an anti racist event. Also, not a liberal so won’t be offended on their behalf.
Mr George
2026-03-04 09:49:00
Seamus, intolerance shows up in many ways. Name calling those who either organise or go to these events shows your intolerance.
Seamus
2026-03-04 11:50:33
What to wear what to wear. Monday Just oil t shirt, Tuesday extinction rebellion t shirt, Wednesday Gaza t shirt, Thursday Palestine t shirt. Friday socialist workers t shirt, Saturday hope not hate t shirt, Sunday, union jack...whooaaa there you racist, I ain't wearing that, I'll wear my support the Ayotollah t shirt but hey man, I need a day off from not working. Now I'm not saying some are fickle but it wouldn't take to much of a stretch to imagine it.
Joe S
2026-03-04 13:11:02
Seamus, do you win when you shadow box these evil lefties you imagine?
Paul Murphy
2026-03-04 13:22:38
Seamus, your bargain‑bin sneer at “political fashion” that only exposes how little the writer understands about the convictions they’re mocking.
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