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As roots reggae is increasingly acclaimed by the 1970s music press, many black British teenagers find themselves drawn to the poppier sounds of lovers' rock. Lloyd Bradley explores the story of a London's transformation through its music, taking in the wave of Commonwealth immigration in the 40s right up to the present day. Abridged by Natalie Steed. Read by Ben Onwukwe. Producer: Kirsteen Cameron First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in August 2013.
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