Deep Roots Music 3 : Money in My Pocket and Ghetto Riddims

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This video contains two final two programs from a six-part series: Money In My Pocket and Ghetto Riddims. Experience the prince of reggae, Dennis Brown, and learn about the connections between Jamaican politics, commerce, and music. Clips include Edward Seaga and Michael Manley united on stage by Bob Marley at the famous reconciliation concert during the bitter and violent 1981 election campaign. This video also features radio music such as Sonia Edwards and Robert Wilson; street music by Charlie Ace's Swing-a-Ling music van; and studio time with Sheila Hylton and Dennis Brown. The next segment showcases street-corner talent, exploring the Jamaican poor and the huge contribution of the ghetto to Jamaican musical culture. Witness Charlie Ace bringing music to the people, and Jack Ruby's street-corner audition sessions, attracting formidable original lyrics and compositions from unknown artists. Highlights include The Skatalites, The Mighty Diamonds, and Micky Simpson
1970s Jamaica (5:48)
Music in Jamaican Politics (5:25)
Jamaican Music Industry (5:47)
Harry J Studio (6:36)
Women in Jamaican Music (5:04)
Youth Radio Programs (9:30)
Dennis Brown (10:33)
"Money in My Pocket" (3:12)
Rastafarian and Reggae (1:54)
West Kingston (5:10)
Meaning in Reggae (9:43)
Channel 1 Studio (8:17)
Jack Ruby (8:46)
Music Auditions (8:52)
Jamaican Lyrics (8:09)
Credits: Deep Roots Music 3: Money in My Pocket and Ghetto Riddims (0:35)

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