As we all now the legendary, activist, poet, musician, and overall social leader Gil Scott-Heron passed away last week on May 27th. His influence on the overall prowess and integrity of the genre of Hip-Hop is something that many may not comprehend, yet in no way does that denounce the fact his legacy paved the way for the creation of Hip-Hop. After the jump, Check the documentary “The Revolution Will Not Be Televised”
This documentary from Grammy-winning director Don Letts looks at the godfather of rap’s significance to music and civil rights. Scott-Heron’s confrontational, no-nonsense street poetry and songwriting skills have inspired the modern Hip-Hop generation. He is perhaps best known for his two 1970s RnB flavoured chart hits – The Bottle and Johannesburg – but his work includes more than 20 albums and two novels. Gil has documented, and in many cases anticipated, the massive political and social changes in the United States with anger and integrity. This programme features concert footage and contributions from disciples such as Chuck D and Mos Def.
via BBC Four
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