Tag Archives: Rastafari

Dem Never Love…. Dem Never Love Poor Marcus….

MARCUS MOSIAH GARVEY lived a remarkable and turbulent life and considering there is a weight of literature and a portion of original film footage it’s somewhat surprising that nobody has made a serious feature film about this man’s life. Marcus … Continue reading

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MARLEY… The short life of a Natural Mystic…

Midday – last Friday. Got a phone call. “Meet me at 2pm… Screen On The Green…  Bob Marley… the film… my shout!” How could I refuse? I’d seen the trailer and was vibed up. I’m a fan and despite knowing … Continue reading

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Pinnacle & The First Rasta … the story of Leonard ‘Gong’ Howell

Following on from her celebrated book –  The First Rasta –  my long time friend, French music journalist and occasional contributor to Straight No Chaser, Hélène Lee,  has collaborated with Christophe Farnarier, and directed a compelling portrait of Leonard “Gong” Howell’s … Continue reading

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JAMDOWN 50: Planetaria’s Deep’n’Rootical Selekshaaan… courtesy of the man called Kam Bhogal…

Following on from his most excellent tribute to the late great Gil Scott HeronL, comes the latest episode of Planetaria on Seeks Music. It dropped on New Year’s Eve and at the helm is digital artist/film maker – the mighty … Continue reading

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