Lovers Rock, often dubbed 'romantic reggae' is a uniquely black British sound that developed in the late 70s and 80s against a backdrop of riots, racial tension and sound systems. Live performance, comedy sketches, dance, interviews and archive shed light on the music and the generation that embraced it. Lovers Rock allowed young people to experience intimacy and healing through dance- known as 'scrubbing'- at parties and clubs. This dance provided a coping mechanism for what was happening on the streets. Lovers Rock developed into a successful sound with national UK hits and was influential to British bands (Police, Culture Club, UB40) These influences underline the impact the music was making in bridging the multi-cultural gap that polarized the times.
LOVERS ROCK SAMPLER 1
Tracklist
01-Administrators - Emergency
02-Administrators - Move Your Sexy Body
03-Administrators - This Is Reggae Music
04-Barry Boom - Making Love
05-Barry Boom - Slow Down
06-Administrators - Hand Clapping Foot Stomping
07-Barry Boom -Dial My Number
08-Administrators - Im In The Mood For Love
09-Administrators - She's My Lady
10-Barry Boom - Hurry Over
11-Barry Boom - Number One Girl
12-Barry Boom - Smile - Reggae Lovers
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