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This documentary chronicles the coming together of the surviving vocal stars and studio musicians of Jamaica s Rocksteady era to record an album of their greatest 1960s hits, to perform at a reunion concert, and to tell their story. The Rocksteady era is considered the golden age of Jamaican music because it gave birth to Reggae, a musical force which swept the world and whose greatest ambassador, Bob Marley, became a global, cultural icon. From Rocksteady originated the prominent bass pulse, sweet and soulful vocals and socially conscious lyrics that gave Reggae its power. The 1960s was a roller coaster decade in Jamaica, which was transformed politically, socially, economically and culturally. Rocksteady singers gave voice to these events becoming like newspapers on the island. In Rocksteady The Roots of Reggae, legendary artists, including Rita Marley, Stranger Cole, Leroy Sibbles, Marcia Griffiths, Ken Boothe, Judy Mowatt and Derrick Morgan tell stories about life and music making in Jamaica at that time. In 1962, the island gained its independence from Great Britain. There was celebration, optimism, economic growth and opportunity. Recording studios popped up all over Kingston, competed for the best artists and produced an astounding number of songs, many of which became hits there and overseas. The best known, You Don t Love Me Anymore, No No No, Tide is High and Rivers of Babylon as well as 13 other famous songs, are performed in the film. By 1968, Jamaicas economic bubble had burst and unemployed youths fought with police for control of the streets. As poverty, violence and political upheaval spread, Rocksteady songs became less about romance and more about the country s social problems.
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A welcome addition to the annals of Jamaican music --Uncut
Excellent... a superbly documented account of life in Jamaica in the sixties --The Observer
Excellent... a superbly documented account of life in Jamaica in the sixties --The Observer
Excellent... a superbly documented account of life in Jamaica in the sixties --The Observer
Excellent... a superbly documented account of life in Jamaica in the sixties --The Observer
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Alistar99
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I really enjoyed watching this dvd on probably my favourite period of reggae music i just wish that the concert was featured on the dvd too.
It was great to see such stars kicking back with each other and working in the studio aswell.
I do have one major gripe about this dvd and that is a section that is based around rita marley and her late husband Bob. Why have they been given so much attention on this dvd, Bob marley was not a legend of the rocksteady era. The true legend of this era was the late great Alton ellis who never gets a mention. It's so sad and so annoying that the bob marley myth must be brought up on any subject that concerns reggae music.
Other then that buy this dvd its a great watch and a great price too.
It was great to see such stars kicking back with each other and working in the studio aswell.
I do have one major gripe about this dvd and that is a section that is based around rita marley and her late husband Bob. Why have they been given so much attention on this dvd, Bob marley was not a legend of the rocksteady era. The true legend of this era was the late great Alton ellis who never gets a mention. It's so sad and so annoying that the bob marley myth must be brought up on any subject that concerns reggae music.
Other then that buy this dvd its a great watch and a great price too.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
A loving homage to both the music and characters of this very golden era. Beautifully designed, directed, recorded and shot throughout. Derrick Morgan and Scully Simms' unplugged version of 'Tougher Than Tough' will make the hairs on your neck stand on end. You'll love it and, I expect, file it next to 'Rockers'.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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This a absolute must for lovers of old school reggae!
It has great music,is funny and informative.
It was worth every penny just to see my dad trying to do the one foot skank!!!
It has great music,is funny and informative.
It was worth every penny just to see my dad trying to do the one foot skank!!!
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