LOVERS ROCK TRAILER

The STORY OF LOVERS ROCK is a feature length documentary tells the story of an era and a music that defined a generation in the late 70s and 80s. Lovers Rock is romantic reggae that was uniquely British. It developed from a small UK scene to become a global brand through the likes of UB40 and Maxi Priest
Lovers Rock was particularly influential to a new generation of black British young women and men who identified with this music that reflected their experiences. Female artists like Louisa Marks, Janet Kay, Brown Sugar, Carroll Thompson led a 'girl power explosion in it's early phase.
The music provided a coping mechanism against a backdrop of racial tension and riots across the UK as well as being a counterpoint to the male dominated 'roots' scene.
The film combines live performances with some of the Kings and Queens of Lovers Rock with comedy sketches, interviews and archive material.
Interviews include Denis Bovell, UB40, Levi Roots Linton Kwesi Johnson, Angie La Ma, Maxi Priest, Mykaell Riley, The comedy sketches are provided by the likes of Eddie Nestor, Robbie G, Wayne Rollins, Glenda Jaxson. Rudi Lickwood, John Simmit., Annette Fagon.

[@CeeBeeBrown]

Good to see that a movie has been made about this British music genre that made a serious impact on the lives of many reggae partygoers back in the 70s and 80s.

[@lorraineclarke4868]

Let me tell you my story in growing up in the 70's listening to Lovers rock. It all started when I met a west Indian girl from school, we became best friends till I was 19 then lost touch. I had grew up with her and her family. We both went to the blues and she introduce to me lovers rock music. Since then I was hooked on it. Thank you Jean for the memories of our teens.

[@sharonscott4700]

Just watched the full documentary twice. Bought back memories of my father the late Lord Koos who produced hits such as Too Late To Turn Back - Alton Ellis, I Admire You -Larry Marshall. Nice start to a peaceful Sunday morning.

[@danijel8494]

where can I find it

[@skruffnekk]

laughing out loud in the office at this, my whole body goose bumps, smiling like i don't know what . ooooh the memories ...

[@timitanzania]

Extraordinary documentary (EXTRA - ORDINARY) sound system special!

[@lorraineclarke4868]

I remember when it started. Since then I Enjoy listening to it and still do.

[@emperorrocker]

I grew up in the midlands to lovers rock and loved the blues we used to go to, them times were the best, the yoot dem nowadays don't know what they missed

[@djdave910]

you just carnt beat lovers rock those memories just keep on coming reggae music at its best love it

[@Brens68]

Thank you Lauryn. Brings back memories of my Battersea party days.

[@BoogieBrown]

An excellent Docu-drama. MUST SEE!

[@RootsDaughter41926]

Look forward to seeing this... can you keep us updated as to where and when screenings are showing... and if and when it will be released on DVD... That scene with Robbie & Eddie....lol.... sweet memories brought a grin from ear to ear... those were the days

[@danwillow]

LOVE REGGAE !!!!! LOVERS ROCK!!!!!!!

[@mcculloughdakota]

...A quality which is defined by your own standard. "There are plenty of artists today who are continuing the spirit of reggae with great music..." I believe I said this too, earlier. I'm not confused. Your perception ignoring my reassurance that its not condescending. You are correct in stating that about tone. I stand corrected.

[@andimclean1769]

At last... Something that i can whole-heartedly connect with,.. Something that was an intrinsic part of my language and everyday vocabulary and transition from boy to manhood!! I can't wait to see this!!.... Gwaan Mr Shabazz :-)

[@lauryngrantmusic]

Saw this last year...so funny.. very good. I enjoyed it so muchhh!!

[@bigmac2703]

My kind of film a must see !!!!

[@c8bbo]

big up officialTippaIrie.......nuff MC owe them style to you dan.......... Any man who know bout "Chat" know that Tippa the original Don....... one love from a leicester man............

[@Applebaum]

When Black men used to love us....too bad I wasnt born yet! lol nevermine. cant wait to see it

[@germaicanlady]

Looks like a great documentary, will it be available in Germany?

[@Newnamemusic365]

@mbproject21 When I saw this film I was in shock! some footage from our Loves Rock Gala Awards DVD was in it with our name rubbed out . Some of the concert footage was also in it and interviews. The footage was on the tapes that belonged to Castro Brown and were used without permission, Tapes which he was still waiting on. If Shabazz had worked with Castro Brown or Lloydie Coxsone this could have been the full lovers rock story.

[@franglais273]

@menelikshabazz This looks amazing! I have recently watched and reviewed Steve McQueen's Lovers Rock film and would love to watch your documentary in full. Is there also a link for the full version or is it available now on streaming platforms? Thanks

[@danijel8494]

did you find it?

[@loveg1463]

Sweet memories !!

[@Bringdastorm]

nicely done, and the sounds are mystical...

[@lifetimesofamultiplemediam1003]

Rise In Power Menelik Shabaz!… ✊🏿

[@tyronepetrie]

Loved it... ❤️

[@islandwarrior16]

"weh di man dem" lol

[@lauryngrantmusic]

Key to the world - Ruddy Thomas i believe

[@king0elizabeth]

3:17 Huh, that Mika Nakashima track does sound like lovers rock when I think about it. Edit: oh wow, Dennis Bovell even did a dub of it. The song's called Seppun.

[@ROLMUSIC]

Great!!!

[@MenelikShabazz]

@RootsDaughter41926 The film is set for a September release in cinemas. There are some preview screenings in Birmingham (Mac venue 19th June) and Bradford ( National Media Museum 16 July).

[@shabukeeh1o28]

grew up on LOVERS ROCK (:

[@elaineparker7744]

Love rock is the best

[@BoogieBrown]

MUST SEE!

[@puyelini]

wicked documentary... could someone please help me out? what's the last tune playing (whilst the credit rolling). thanks in advance

[@martinmurray1058]

sugar minott - lovers rock on a album called jammin jamaica

[@missreggae1luv]

When is this due to be released?

[@ivonnegomezmonge6206]

Mi amor Maxi Priest

[@puyelini]

@goldentrophy Hi! hope it's not too late but the title of Peter hunnigale's song is Be My Lady

[@Applebaum]

When black men used to love Black women.... those were the days. Why was i born in this era??

[@MenelikShabazz]

@missreggae1luv The film will be released in cinemas across the UK in September. There will be a preview screenings in Birmingham at the Mac venue on 19th June at 2.30pm also in Bradford at the National Media Museum on the 16th July. Menelik

[@mrsolo54]

First it was UB40 the so called kings of UK reggae ... now Ava who on the bandwagon ? the struggle continues... whe she know bout house blues and rub down wallpaper...

[@koolndeadly]

Was this lyrical biscuit released yet?

[@MenelikShabazz]

Have you seen the film?

[@SIRNUTZ1]

I love it can't wait

[@ShortieLeeroy]

Yes,when man & women whine with one another in the middle of the dance floor or against the wall.Dem time deh sweet.

[@penz2k9]

thanks alot for that mate

[@MenelikShabazz]

The film can be viewed on Google Play or KZbin movies for those who can't access the DVD. The US DVD will be available from Amazon shortly. 'Like' the facebook page/ The Story of Lover's Rock Movie

[@patriciabeharry]

I am in the US I am Brit and that was raving days to rass!! Would love to see the whole film!

[@magnumcb]

I think some of you are missing the point... THIS PARTICULAR movie also about showing how the music affected other people who may not have been directly associated with the movement! Yes! i would have loved to have seen artists like Alton Ellis, Vivian Jones, Winston Reedy The Investigators ... I could go on and on I just keep on trying and I'll smile when I feel like crying.. ;o) Oops sorry got carried away .. anyway... sure it's not definitive but I liked it!

[@celiasmith8662]

Nothing knew always been culture vultures in all genre of black music. Who cares about white folks and their love for black music, this was about BLACK CULTURE that was created by BLACK people in the UK. Keep it ALL BLACK for once!

[@goldentrophy7858]

Anybody know the name of the Peter Hunnigale song that was played for 10 seconds?

[@Brens68]

Can you someone tell me the name of the tune at 2:11 - bad tune!!!!

[@justakaduppy]

Good Docu ! .. Anyone know the last tune played during the end titles ?

[@sistav2]

Lovers Rock - Sugar Minott

[@justakaduppy]

sistav2 Thank you !

[@ericatavares-kouassi105]

What's the song playing at 1:38?? With the lyrics going "If I'm to accept your offer"

[@sistav2]

Louisa Mark - Keep it like it is

[@penz2k9]

Does anybody know the name of the maxi priest song at 3:28?

[@JayzannJade]

what is the song at the start called?

[@CremadeNacimiento]

Lima Perú ❤

[@raggadan4742]

Anyone have the link to the lovers rock videos with robbie gee in please

[@letsgo83100]

Can anyone tell me what is the name of the song that Lorna Gee is performing at the beginning?

[@bigsiscandice8818]

Can you please upload this

[@goldentrophy7858]

@puyelini Not too late at all, thanks for the reply.

[@MenelikShabazz]

@germaicanlady Hopefully it will. Depends which part of Germany. If you can suggest venues let me know. Menelik

[@mcculloughdakota]

No. I'm having fun, I'm bored. I'm waiting to go to work. And I really want fall semester to start again, haha. And I though MTV stopped playing music.

[@emmavisbal5790]

Lima Peru

[@JoKeRcRiTiC]

I have seen this it is very funny and entertaining i went with my family. And i am 13 so thats saying something lol.

[@tdottle246]

it was focused on British lovers rock tho. Gregory was mentioned tho

[@denisewoodcock2357]

CHUH! 😆😆😆

[@lauryngrantmusic]

no problem xx

[@nateladan]

whats the name of the song at 2:11 with the couple going down

[@montagfourfiveone1141]

Also for the readers amongst you, check out this article I wrote about my experiences (North-west London stylee) in the whole scene: medium.com/@IAmMontag/memories-of-the-dark-black-ecaa8d502eab

[@yObOiWaMo408]

wat song is dat by "AVA LEIGH"

[@waynerichards7222]

Rub au dub stylee

[@kofi333]

really nice.unfortunately it's like the least of the genre....lots of hardcore reggae fans i know don't really like and patronise it... and i don't know what the future of it will be as i don't see new talents artists coming up and new stuff coming up these days....

[@yourdrug357]

#KiwaunAmen

[@yObOiWaMo408]

@JayzannJade THANKS...

[@AuthenticSelector64]

Sensual Dancing....

[@chyneaze]

Can someone tell me whats the name of the song at 2:34

[@Newnamemusic365]

Some footage has been stolen without consent and used in this film. THE STORY OF LOVERS ROCK was and is CASTRO BROWNS idea. Castro paid him over £5.000 to film his show and Shabaz ran off with the footage. It took over a year to track him down to get it back. He's still got all our interview tapes and copied some of our concert tapes. He has not mentioned a lot of artists because he don't know of them simple.He has never put on a show never produced a record and never been in a dance yet KMRT

[@louisenoel-ambrose7833]

Tues. Sept 11th, 6.30pm REPEAT SCREENING of The Story of Lover's Rock. $20. This event ONLY will take place at INNIS TOWN HALL, University of Toronto. 2 Sussex Avenue. South of Bloor St. West. West of St. George St. Presented by CaribbeanTales Film Festival.

[@puyelini]

@goldentrophy it's called "be my lady"

[@sazzieA1]

@browningbbw I was thinking the exact same lol

[@ILikeItfilms]

yo yo

[@nateladan]

@podzillart looooooooooool tru tlks

[@nateladan]

@stevemfmartin respect boss

[@elizabethphillips5553]

Love this time,. Being a white girl enjoying the music and all the parties not always being welcomed I will leave it there.

[@stevemfmartin]

@nateladan Key to the world by Rudy Thomas

[@MenelikShabazz]

Maxi song is SHOULD I

[@wazamanikurudi9649]

Windrush till i die

[@letsgo83100]

@empress801 Thanks

[@DNaWhoot]

Need the song at 0:55

[@mcculloughdakota]

"I just know good music when I hear it." Is quite an elitist or egocentric statement. Wouldn't you say so? You seem like you might be somewhat intelligent. Figure it out. I never once claimed that she was good but at least she attempts to bring some form of reggae music to the masses of those willing to hear. Her presence in the scene also continues to integrate and forward a musical bond regardless of race. My reply was "an attempt to civilize." As the character Will Macavoy might say haha.

[@mcculloughdakota]

Well, I am a fan of more than one genre of music and you only assume that I am subject to one taste. I never said she was good and there are many more artists who do deserve better credit. I'm a musician has been playing for more than ten years. I've heard a lot. And if you were not an imbecile as well you would research into my profile and see my videos and likes as I have done for you. You might realize that we have similar taste - with the exception of that new dancehall and rap.

[@mcculloughdakota]

If you find it insulting while I'm telling you that its not my intention then you shouldn't hold your opinion in such high regard. Take that as you must. Reggae is only popular underground. I'd like it to become a little more popular. Did she do that? How do you know? I thought she said she was raised around the music. I understand that you think her music is a faux, over processed cliche. I understand why you say so, because I play music; I agree. But it is still worthy of entitlement.

[@mcculloughdakota]

I never forcefully said "be patient." I'm not some megalomaniac god. :) Haha, Why the emphasis on YOU? Don't my other statements answer your question already?

[@JayzannJade]

@yObOiWaMo408 Mad About The Boy

[@wazamanikurudi9649]

How did we get from this to bashment

[@markbritton76]

You have gotten this so wrong. Lovers Rock came off rumba dub street Dance Style. Who was the Father of Lovers Rock? The cool ruler. Going to stage show in early 70s listening to Gregory Isaac, Dennis Brown, etc. Man and woman lock down. Sorry, come again. From rubba dub to Lovers Rock. SMH

[@nicyomo]

lambwich

[@mcculloughdakota]

And let the elitism continue to deteriorate the progress and preservation of reggae music... ass.

[@mcculloughdakota]

That, is tired ass music that never has anything new to say -- which is not to say music should be limited to lyrics anyhow. If you'd like to demean me and reduce my intelligence based on your uneducated opinion of me, from a small comment on youtube, then please continue to contribute to the proliferate deterioration of intelligence via mass media kitsch, social networking, and fallacious fables which are becoming reality.

[@mcculloughdakota]

You do seem like you might be somewhat intelligent. How is that insulting? I'm somewhat intelligent too, as are a lot more people. You called me an imbecile and that is far more insulting. Admit that at least. I apologize if you are insulted by my objective statement. I agree with you on that last sentence, but its still reggae. I'm in a reggae band and I like knowing that its becoming popular again as its good for my scene. How is it not reggae?! It has every essential piece to be reggae.

[@mcculloughdakota]

I'm not MAKING it about color. I'm supporting my argument. MUSIC WILL BE MUSIC. Every form of art is a bastardized version of itself. Nothing can be or will be original in the art world anymore. Just accept it. How can a condescending tone be derived solely from a text? Did I not agree with you about her music not being great? Why do you continue? I just want you to stop being so damn irreverent and be a little more patient in a debate. Its pointless, fun, and exercising in the end anyhow.

[@ROLMUSIC]

Great!!!