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Bass Culture

When Reggae Was King

Lloyd Bradley

Explore the fascinating history of reggae in Bass Culture. Lloyd Bradley leaves no stone unturned in this comprehensive dive into the genre, covering everything from murder and racism to major label gripes and ganja paranoia. With contributions from leading figures like Prince Buster, Horace Andy, Bunny Lee, and Dennis Bovell, this book is a compelling mix of informed analysis and intoxicating aural history. Experience the evolution of reggae from its Fifties soundsystem roots to contemporary dancehall, and discover how it became a global phenomenon.
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Publish Date
2001-09-04T00:00:00.000Z
2001-09-04T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 2000
Goodreads Rating
4.39
based on 570 ratings
ISBN
9780140237634
Categories
MusicArtNonfictionHistory
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Daniel Ek
This is such a great history of reggae music and the influences it has on other genres. Some awesome artists are covered here, many who kept their creative integrity and resolve in spite of huge and powerful odds…. lessons we should all respect.     – source
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