Bashy ‘Being Poor Is Expensive’ Conference
📆 Date: 5 October 2025
📍Location: The Roundhouse, Chalk Farm Road, London NW1 8EH
About the Conference
This event reflects on Being Poor is Expensive, the powerful album by British artist Bashy. Through a unique mix of grime, hip-hop, reggae, and UK garage, the album speaks to the challenges of growing up in modern Britain. It tells stories of hardship, resilience, community, and social injustice.
Conference Theme
Religious and theological dimensions
Cultural and musical analysis
Youth development, education, and community engagement
Business, entrepreneurship, and the criminal justice system
Call for Contributions
Looking for proposals that include any of the following themes :
Link the album to religion or theology
Discuss it’s music and cultural influence
Reflect on youth, education, and community
Explore business, entrepreneurship, or criminal justice
Types of Contributions
Academic papers
Live or recorded performances
Visual artworks or creative reflections
Educational or classroom resources
Submission Details
Proposal Abstract length: 200 Words
Submission deadline: Friday 20th June 2025
Send Proposals to : bashyconference@icloud.com
Get Involved
For more information, contact Dr. Robert Beckford on Email at bashyconference@icloud.com.
