The Story of Lovers Rock / Directed by Menelik Shabazz / Caribbean-British / 2011 / 97 minutes

Friday, September 26th | 8 pm | Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center
Genre: Music Documentary

Lovers rock music, often dubbed “romantic reggae”, is a uniquely Black British sound that developed in the late 1970s and 80s against a backdrop of riots, racial tension, and sound systems. The music allowed young people to experience intimacy and healing at parties and clubs and provided a coping mechanism for what was happening on the streets. The genre would find mainstream success, with acts such as UB40, Maxi Priest, and Culture Club bringing this unique sound to the world. It also influenced a new generation of Jamaican reggae musicians, including Freddie McGregor and Gregory Isaacs.“The Story of Lovers Rock” is an uplifting, body-shaking documentary tribute to this music genre. Featuring live performances by some of lovers rock’s pioneers, as well as comedy sketches, interviews, dramatic recreations, and archival footage, this film is a wonderfully nostalgic look back at the music and the generation that embraced it.

This community film series and celebration is made possible with generous support by The Jorge M. Pérez Family Foundation at The Miami Foundation.

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