Racism is not new. It has plagued this world for generations and its end is long overdue. As an interracial band, we regularly confront and discuss racism and what it means to us as friends, as performers, as citizens of our community. Having these conversations has helped us understand, protect, and stand up for each other. It’s also changed the way we decide what shows to play, or not play.
Understanding and dismantling racism is an ongoing process and we must all continue learning. And so we decided to share some of our favorite resources and local ways to support below.
LEARNING RESOURCES
PODCAST: NPR’s Code Switch podcast
READ: Indy Reads Books #BlackLivesMatter Recommendations
LEARN: Vice - 100 Ways White People Can Make Life Less Frustrating For People of Color
WATCH: Segregated By Design short film
VOTE: Register or Update Your Voter Registration
WAYS TO SUPPORT
SUPPORT: Indy Black Bandcamp (started by Nicole!)
DONATE: The Bail Project