5. Jungle and Garage
Lloyd Bradley explores how jungle and garage music crossed over into the mainstream. Concluded by Ben Onwukwe.
Lloyd Bradley concludes 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.
Jjungle and garage pave the way for grime, a style which has crossed over into the mainstream.
Abridged by Natalie Steed.
Read by Ben Onwukwe.
Producer: Kirsteen Cameron
First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in August 2013.
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Ben Onwukwe |
| Author | Lloyd Bradley |
| Abridger | Natalie Steed |
| Producer | Kirsteen Cameron |
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