Writer, critic, and Baltimore native Lawrence Burney’s new conversation series will explore the intersections of music, culture, and storytelling within the Black experience. From the transformative power of hip-hop, jazz, and electronic music to the influence of specifically regional sounds and cultural movements, Burney will join his expertise with guests that range from musical performers, producers, and critics alike to speak about their personal work as well as the musical moments that have had profound impacts on their artistry and personal lives. 

Each session will delve into themes such as the role of music in collective resilience, the documentation of cultural history through art, and the ever-evolving relationship between sound, identity, and place. The first guest will be nationally-acclaimed author and critic Marcus J. Moore. A native of Landover, Maryland, Moore is the author of the newly-published High and Rising (A Book About De La Soul), as well as 2020’s The Butterfly Effect: How Kendrick Lamar Ignited the Soul of Black America. He writes about jazz and other experimental music for The New York Times and other outlets, and has curated concerts and interview programming in Washington, D.C. and New York City. 

Featuring candid discussions, audience Q&A, and deep dives into the stories behind the music, Sonic Legacies promises to inspire, inform, and amplify voices that lovingly create and engage with the art that nurtures us. This series is perfect for anyone curious about the ways Black artistry continues to resonate across generations.

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