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l-r Steve Nisbett, Basil Gabbidon, Michael Reilly, Selwyn Brown, Dave Hinds
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l-r Steve Nisbett, Basil Gabbidon, Michael Reilly, Selwyn Brown, Dave Hinds
l-r Steve Nisbett, Basil Gabbidon, Michael Reilly, Selwyn Brown, Dave Hinds, Phonso Martin and Ronnie McQueen of Reggae group Steel Pulse, pictured in Handsworth, Birmingham, where they are all from.
22nd February 1978
Bill Kennedy
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
Media ID 21391174
© Mirrorpix
Instruments Park Reggae Roots Steel Pulse 1978
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Captured in the heart of Handsworth, Birmingham, this iconic print showcases the original members of reggae group Steel Pulse. Pictured from left to right are Steve Nisbett, Basil Gabbidon, Michael Reilly, Selwyn Brown, Dave Hinds, Phonso Martin and Ronnie McQueen. The year is 1978 - a time when their music was spreading like wildfire across the globe. With beaming smiles that radiate pure joy and camaraderie, these talented musicians stand united in a local park where they honed their craft. Each member holds an instrument close to their heart; guitars and drums ready to unleash the soulful rhythms that would define Steel Pulse's unique sound. As pioneers of roots reggae music during a politically charged era, Steel Pulse used their lyrics as powerful tools for change. Their songs echoed messages of social justice and racial equality that resonated deeply with audiences worldwide. This photograph captures not only a band but also represents the spirit of unity within Handsworth's vibrant community. It serves as a testament to the indelible mark Steel Pulse made on both British and international music scenes. Bill Kennedy's expert lens immortalizes this momentous occasion in history – reminding us all of the power music has to unite people from diverse backgrounds under one harmonious groove.
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