Linton Kwesi Johnson in conversation with Dr Emily Zobel Marshall

The world-famous reggae poet, activist and journalist Linton Kwesi Johnson was one of the first artists to respond to the killing of David Oluwale. In another film on this channel you can see him give an extremely rare performance of that poem, Time Come. In this film he talks to DOMA Board member Dr Emily Zobel Marshall about his life, his work, and how David Oluwale's story fits into the wider struggle for black power. (24 minutes.)

[@biggasmelly]

Bumped into Linton in Streatham around 10 years ago. I was just walking down the high street, when I suddenly realized I had just walked past Mr Johnson. So I turned around and said "Legend", he was gracious and polite.

[@gigismall7982]

The main has done more than he receives credit for and I learned so much. Much respect!!

[@markdonovan1540]

I've bought his music, read his poetry (Sonny's Letter is still the most powerful piece I've ever read) and I was fortunate enough to meet him while in Barbados in 1981 at the Carifesra Event. He is a such an inspiration to thousands of people, perhaps millions.
This interview is an important archive which should be shown in schools around the UK - without exception.

[@paulmartin3138]

Hail di man! I've heard and seen Kwesi Johnson perform both in England and Jamaica but never really sought to delve into the sort of biographical details that I've been exposed to while listening to this interview. His has been a strong contribution in confronting through culture some of the significant chronic challenges facing society in Britain and beyond. - Paul E. Martin - JAMAICA

[@RubieSnacks]

What a legend

[@michielvdvlies3315]

i was hoping he would come with an album again. i miss this kind of dub-poetry. lots of things to discuss

[@MauiZero]

My eyes a tears from dis...bless up!

[@eamonmacdonnell2627]

Enjoy the wisdom, talent and humility of this artist and never mind trying to draw conclusions from the nationalities or colour of the studio audience..

[@FTW523.]

What a treat thanks

[@petrichor649]

What a treat

[@danielletsholo2037]

Massive!

[@stevejunor7336]

Being a poet and using dub music to reflect my expressions.Kweisi Johnson
was instrumental alongside mutuburuku
& Benjamin Zephaniah to spur me on

[@wandagumede4052]

A legend 🙏🏾 we love you LKJ - KwaZulu (SA).

[@bingiherb]

Big up , thanx .

[@davidsphere]

You speak true Linton.

[@simeonsamuel8495]

Interesting wig. Very appropriate.

[@kevinwong2698]

👍🏻

[@ethiopiafletchet2205]

Did he ever perform in Jamaica

[@oliverschultz4345]

LKJ: 'I actually wanted to be an accountant when I grew up'.

[@artist.sanctuary.studio.d16]

☘

[@butlincat1507]

100000*

[@wpm5077]

speaking in front of a mainly white audience , ??????