“Blackout Tuesday” began as a music industry protest to George Floyd’s death in police custody, which has led to protests worldwide. But the initiative has…
“Blackout Tuesday” began as a music industry protest to George Floyd’s death in police custody, which has led to protests worldwide. But the initiative has spread well beyond record labels and musicians, with actors, sports teams and even the president’s daughter Tiffany Trump joining in.
Music executives Jamila Thomas and Brianna Agyemang spearheaded the effort, creating a website urging supporters to “take a beat for an honest, reflective and productive conversation about what actions we need to collectively take to support the black community.”
Numerous large music labels, as well as iconic musicians such as Peter Gabriel and Mick Jagger, joined the initiative, sharing the message on social media with the hashtag #TheShowMustBePaused.
“It is heartbreaking to see America tearing itself apart again over issues of race,” Rolling Stones frontman Jagger tweeted Monday. “Tomorrow I stand with my fellow artists and observe Blackout Tuesday to combat racial discrimination and social injustice.”
The Rolling Stones’ official group Twitter account also tweeted about the event. “Mick, Keith, Charlie and Ronnie stand with all who object to racism, violence or bigotry,” a tweet sent Monday read.
The movement spread to social media, with many posting black squares on their Instagram and Facebook accounts to show support.
