Handsworth Revolution
Steel Pulse · 1978
37 min · 8 tracks · roots reggae
A vibrant fusion of roots reggae rhythms and politically charged lyrics that resonate deeply with social justice themes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- thought-provoking themes and messages
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1978, 'Handsworth Revolution' was Steel Pulse's debut album, establishing them as a prominent voice in the UK reggae scene. The band emerged after forming in 1975, stepping into a musical landscape marked by social unrest and the burgeoning reggae movement outside Jamaica.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Burning Spear· Toots and the Maytals· Black Uhuru
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Handsworth Revolution 5:23
- 2 Bad Man 5:39
- 3 Soldiers 4:40
- 4 Sound Check 3:30
- 5 Prodigal Son 5:10
- 6 Ku Klux Klan 3:44
- 7 Prediction 5:25
- 8 Macka Splaff 4:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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