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Reggae Scrapbook - Roger Steffens & Peter Simons
INCLUDES A DVD
THIS IS A REALLY NICE HARDCOVER BOOK
From its birth in the vibrant Kingston ghettos of Jamaica
through its phenomenal popularity in the 1970s to its iconic
standing in today's global culture, reggae and its close
relations-ska, rock steady, dj, dub, dancehall, and
raggamuffin-have taken the world by storm. In The Reggae
Scrapbook, scintillating words and images propel our
appreciation of Jamaican music into the 21st century.
Includes:A DVD of interviews with reggae greats by Roger
Steffans,Facsimile reproduction of autographed flyers, album
covers, posters, postcards, and tickets. A collection
of evocative images by photographer Peter
Simon, from reggae's rough beginnings to the latest
festivals, providing a stunning visual accompaniment.
The best of Roger Steffens collection of more than 30,000
photographs and more rare memorabilia!
About the Author
ROGER STEFFENS ("Ras RoJah") is the founding editor of the genre's best magazine, The Beat. He has hosted hundreds of local, national, and international radio and television programs, including his own Los Angeles radio show, Reggae Beat. His articles have appeared in Rolling Stone, Spin, The New York Times, The Village Voice, and other influential publications.
PETER SIMON is a widely exhibited, award-winning photographer and author of many books including Reggae Bloodlines and Reggae International. Simon's work has been featured in many national publications including Newsweek, The New York Times, and Rolling Stone.
Reggae legend JIMMY CLIFF is best known for his starring role in The Harder They Come as well as his more than two dozen albums.
