Positive Vibrations tells of how reggae was shaped by, and in turn helped to shape, the politics of Jamaica and beyond, from the rudies of Kingston to the sexual politics and narcotic allegiances of the dancehall. Insightful and full of incident, it explores how the music of a tiny Caribbean island worked its way into the heart of global pop. From Marcus Garvey's dreams of Zion, through ska and rocksteady, roots, riddims and dub, the story closes with the Reggae Revival, a new generation of Rastas as comfortable with riding rhythms in a dancehall style as they are singing sweet melodies from times gone by. Impeccably informed and written with the zeal of a true believer, Positive Vibrations is a passionate testament to this rich, essential music.

Book Information
ISBN 9781789145694
Author Stuart Borthwick
Format Hardback
Page Count 448
Imprint Reaktion Books
Publisher Reaktion Books
Weight(grams) 156g