What it is

A talk with archival film, sound clips and images about music scenes that resisted authoritarianism, from Ethiopia and North Korea to Kenya and the USA. Organised by Edinburgh Independent Music Society.

The show tells the story of global music scenes that kept going during periods of authoritarianism, drawing on Eric's personal experiences.

The listing gives The Mash House, 37 Guthrie St, Edinburgh EH1 1JG, on Wednesday 11 November 2026, 19:00–22:00.

The description says the event has moved to Alison House Atrium, 12 Nicolson St, EH8 9BH, at 18:00–20:00.

Questions

When does Mississippi Records: A People's History of Music start and end?

Mississippi Records: A People's History of Music runs Wednesday, 11 November 2026, 19:00 until 22:00.

Where is Mississippi Records: A People's History of Music?

Mississippi Records: A People's History of Music takes place at The Mash House, 37 Guthrie St, Edinburgh, Edinburgh.

How much are tickets for Mississippi Records: A People's History of Music?

Tickets for Mississippi Records: A People's History of Music cost £13.21 on the official ticket shop.

What is the talk about?

How powerful interests try to control music and how people fight back. - It covers underground resistance to censorship and propaganda - Secret revolutionary messages in pop music - Unintentionally hilarious musical forays by fascists - The link between New Age music and fascism

Also at The Mash House

  1. 18:45RIOTWEEKEND with special guests!Fri 13 Nov · The Mash House£9
  2. 19:00KEGFri 13 Nov · The Mash HouseMusic
  3. 19:00Nic-Cage Against The MachineSat 14 Nov · The Mash House£18.72
  4. 22:00Voltage presents Jason Cluff x Andrew CairnsSat 14 Nov · The Mash House£13.33

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