Black Audio Society [Live] is a real world iteration of gum.mp3’s internet radio program at Dublab, meant to steward the conservation and appreciation of black music. The aim is to identify sociopolitical context, analyze the development and syncretism of genres over time, and imagine the future of black cultural product in both theory and practice. Through this residency at The Pocket, guest visits, mutual aid activities, and interactive deep dives into black music and social organization provides as an alternative destination for music and community engagement.