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Now that Reggae Music is officially recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage, this musical genre deserves to be celebrated world-wide. As such, this proposal is for the establishment of a Reggae Museum which will promote and celebrate Reggae music. It will feature various reggae music artefacts materials, memorabilia and collections focusing on those who have contributed to the advent, growth and worldwide influence of this musical genre. The Museum will take visitors on an exploration of the very Roots of Reggae music and how it developed into the most popular musical genre. The Reggae Museum will encompass a Celebration of the diversity and influence of Reggae Music around the globe and Its Importance to British Culture from the mid 60’s to present day. It was adopted by the Skin Head Movement in England in the mid 60’s. Early influence are acts such as Prince Buster, who’s many hit included a track entitled “ Madness” a name which was chosen by one of the most influential pop acts of the 80’s. Other major artistes that were influence by Reggae Music includes Simply Red, UB40 and Amy Winehouse among many others.
It has also influenced British culture including fashion wear such as the 60’s Porkpie Hats, the 70’s Gabbachi Jerseys and Clarkes Shoes. Reggae music slang i.e. ‘Wah Gwaan’ (‘What’s up buddy’) has also been adopted by English youths and it is the main formula in All New Urban music in the UK The Reggae Museum will provide a level of community participation with close collaboration with voluntary roles. Through our programmes and services, the Museum will provide a social impact by engaging with community resulting in social benefits. As well as showcasing artefacts and collections, the Reggae Museum will house a Record Shop where visitors will be able to buy records, video tapes etc;
The Reggae Museum Record Shop
A One Love Café where guests can enjoy a savoury meal or snacks;
The Reggae Museum One Love Café
a Gift Shop for the perfect souvenir
The Reggae Museum Gift/Souvenir Shop
and a Music Workshop where young people can learn how to play musical instruments
and other aspects of music production. Eventually these learners will go on play
professionally.
The Reggae Music Workshop
The reggae Museum will be the first of its kind in Britain and it is appropriate to base it
in Brent because it is well known that this borough is the home of Reggae. Many early
reggae record labels and artistes were to be found in Brent.
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