Description
Often dubbed romantic reggae, Lovers Rock developed against a backdrop of racial tension, the Brixton riots and sound systems in the late 70s and 80s. It went from being a small UK scene to become a global phenomenon that defined a generation. Directed by award winning director Menelik Shabazz, the film combines live performance, comedy, interviews and archive footage.
Often dubbed romantic reggae, Lovers Rock developed against a backdrop of racial tension, the Brixton riots and sound systems in the late 70s and 80s. It went from being a small UK scene to become a global phenomenon that defined a generation. Directed by award winning director Menelik Shabazz, the film combines live performance, comedy, interviews and archive footage.