Croydon's own rapper, Still Shadey, recently expressed his joy about being part of "Rewind: This is Croydon’s Music", an exhibition that opened its doors at the Museum of Croydon on 8 February. This exhibition is a symphony to the ears of music lovers, celebrating iconic artists across generations and genres.

Building on the success of last summer's 'Croydon’s Music Heritage Trail', this exhibition is a tribute to the incredible music heritage of the borough. It showcases fascinating objects, images and stories collected within our local music community, offering visitors a chance to dive into the rhythmic heart of Croydon.

The exhibition includes photography, oral histories and objects from iconic artists spanning various eras – from the eminent Samuel Coleridge Taylor to Captain Sensible of The Damned, from dubstep idols Skream and Benga to international reggae star Desmond Dekker. It also celebrates Croydon’s own much-loved singer, the late Kirsty MacColl, groundbreaking rap and hip-hop artist Nadia Rose, rapper Stormzy, and Still Shadey himself.

To run alongside the exhibition, a series of creative commissions, concerts and music events will take place at Fairfield Halls and across the borough, with something for all ages to enjoy.

Still Shadey took to his social media to express his excitement: "I don’t even have the words... I’m a part of Croydon’s Music history. Officially... We are making impact. We are making history." He also encouraged fans to visit the exhibition: "If you’re in Croydon, get down to @museumofcroydon and check out the music trail. It’s available until September 2024."

 

 

 

 

 

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In more exciting news for his fans, Still Shadey has announced that he's preparing for his headline show: "I’m already planning my headline show. It’s going to be the greatest experience ever. I just see young people lifting their hands. I see tears and laughter. I see joy. I see freedom."

If you’re near Croydon be sure to head down Croydon's rich musical past, witness how the borough has influenced the music scene.