The Revelation Of Lee "Scratch" Perry
Directed by Steve Marshall and filmed by John Palmer, 'The Revelation Of Lee "Scratch" Perry' is a behind the scenes documentary/performance film which finds The Upsetter at home in his Black Ark Studio recording vocals for his 'Revelation' album.
A unique insight into the method and madness of a true genius - Jamaica's 'Special One', Rainford Hugh Perry. "The Salvador Dali of music." Keith Richards
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The Revelation Of Lee “Scratch” Perry
Interviews (Part 1)
Alongside the making of the movie, Lee "Scratch" Perry gave an interview in the conservatory of his Swiss mountain home.
In these first four short extracts Lee discusses where he feels most at home, his feelings about living in London during the 1980s, his peacocks in Kingston Jamaica and his ongoing quest for musical satisfaction.
Scratch Interviews Part 1
Interviews (Part 2)
In the next four extracts "Scratch" talks about 'Third World' versus First World perspectives, and the insanity of what he calls the Economic Impossible and Voodoo Economics.
Scratch 'the doctor' goes on to discuss the secret for longer living.
Scratch Interviews Part 2
Interviews (Part 3)
In the last four extracts "Scratch" gives advice to the old and the young, discusses repentance, vegetarianism, the internet, roots and culture, and closes with a blessing. We had some great times together and we're so glad we were able to get these precious moments recorded so that we can share them online.
