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Soul Rebels

Episode 2 of 3

Series looking at the impact of soul music in Britain. How soul in the 1970s and 80s reflected the tensions of British society, and sought a distinctive voice and image.

Series looking at the impact of soul music in Britain over the past 40 years. This edition examines examines how soul music in the 1970s and 80s reflected the tensions and changes of British society. From white Northern Soul clubs to militant reggae sound systems, from street funk to lovers rock, and from the retro fashions of 2-Tone to stylish black 'pop soul' bands like Loose Ends, it shows how British soul sought its own distinctive voice and image.

1 hour

Last on

Sat 27 Jun 2009 03:00

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