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B£ awarded a Nomination at the D&AD Awards

By annalisa | Published: April 20, 2012

This Ain’t Rock’n'Roll, aka the designers behind the Brixton Pound’s new look, were last night recognised at the D&AD’s Awards for their creative talents in the design of the the Brixton Pound second edition’s notes. In case you are wondering, the D&AD are the creative industry Oscars, and a Nomination is the equivalent of a Silver. [...]

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Have you heard about BRIXTON HEROES…

By annalisa | Published: May 9, 2011

…the new Brixton Pound initiative? We want to engage members of our very diverse local community, to make their stories heard, and to involve them in the design of the second issue of the Brixton Pound notes. Brixton is a multiethnic and multicultural community, with history and achievements to be proud of. With BRIXTON HEROES [...]

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Soothsayers release Brixton Pound anthem

By annalisa | Published: January 20, 2010

The new CD release from local band The Soothsayers includes homage track to the Brixton Pound, aptly named The Brixton Pound. Click here to find out more about the band and to listen to the track.

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