United By Music with Rhoda Dakar and Newton Faulkner

Rhoda Dakar, born in Hampstead, London, is a key figure in British ska, known for her rich vocals. She rose to fame in the 1980s with the Bodysnatchers, signed to 2-Tone. Notable songs include "Let's Do The Rocksteady" and "The Boiler" with Special A.K.A. After a period away, she returned with solo albums like "Cleaning In Another Woman's Kitchen" (2007) and "Version Girl" (2023). Dakar collaborated with Jerry Dammers, Terry Hall, and Lynval Golding, and is also active as a DJ and political activist.

Newton Faulkner, a UK singer-songwriter known for his folk-pop style, hit #1 with "Rebuilt by Humans." He blends funk, R&B, soul, and Latin grooves, evolving across two decades.