4. Poppier
Lloyd Bradley explores how 1970s black British teenagers were drawn to a poppier sound beyond roots reggae. Read by Ben Onwukwe.
As roots reggae is increasingly acclaimed by the 1970s music press, many black British teenagers find themselves drawn to the poppier sounds of lovers' rock.
Lloyd Bradley explores the story of a London's transformation through its music, taking in the wave of Commonwealth immigration in the 40s right up to the present day.
Abridged by Natalie Steed.
Read by Ben Onwukwe.
Producer: Kirsteen Cameron
First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in August 2013.
On radio
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Ben Onwukwe |
| Author | Lloyd Bradley |
| Abridger | Natalie Steed |
| Producer | Kirsteen Cameron |
Broadcasts
Thu 15 Aug 201309:45BBC Radio 4 FM- Fri 16 Aug 201300:30BBC Radio 4
- Thu 9 Aug 201814:45BBC Radio 4 Extra
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