Grove Music (1981)

In this groundbreaking and rare account of the 1980 Notting Hill Carnival, the filmmakers weave together a range of performances from reggae bands Aswad, Sons of Jah and Brimstone, amongst many others. Interspersed between them are interviews with the artists about their lyrics and music, and conversations with audience members about their lives and experiences. The result is a powerful documentary of the Black community in Ladbroke Grove at the beginning of the 1980s.

Director: Henry Martin, Steve Shaw
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 48 min
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Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
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What is Grove Music about?
In this groundbreaking and rare account of the 1980 Notting Hill Carnival, the filmmakers weave together a range of performances from reggae bands Aswad, Sons of Jah and Brimstone, amongst many others. Interspersed between them are interviews with the artists about their lyrics and music, and conversations with audience members about their lives and experiences. The result is a powerful documentary of the Black community in Ladbroke Grove at the beginning of the 1980s.
Who directed Grove Music?
Grove Music was directed by Henry Martin, Steve Shaw.
How long is Grove Music?
Grove Music has a runtime of 48m (48 minutes).
What genre is Grove Music?
Grove Music is a Documentary film.
Where was Grove Music produced?
Grove Music was produced in United Kingdom.