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Getting it Back: The Story of Cymande - Q&A
The director of a documentary about British funk pioneers Cymande joins the band at BFI Southbank to talk about the film.
Overview
Deb Grant interviews director Tim MacKenzie-Smith and the band Cymande about their new documentary, which aims to elevate the incredible story of the British funk pioneers from undeserved obscurity.
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