1968: When Reggae Hit the Town

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Title:: 1968: When Reggae Hit the Town
When:: Wed 03/27 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Where:: St. Louis County Public Library - Thornhill Branch - St. Louis
Categories:: KDHX Events , Lecture/Discussion

Description

This presentation explores the pivotal year of 1968 in Jamaica, where a new music was taking over: reggae. KDHX DJs Ital-K and Michael Kuelker will discuss reggae from the roots to the fruits, focusing on 1968 as a year of musical birth and cultural ferment. Big steaming portions of funky reggae will be served from seven-inch platters. Brought to you by KDHX, the Folk School and St. Louis County Library as part of the library's Black History Celebration.

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Venue/Location:: St. Louis County Public Library - Thornhill Branch - Website
Street:: 12863 Willowyck Drive
ZIP:: 63146
City:: St. Louis
State (ex: MO):: MO
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