95: Does British culture need saving? w/ Lanre Bakare

'Retromania: Pop Culture's Addiction to Its Own Past' examines the cultural obsession with nostalgia and the recycling of past trends. Simon Reynolds argues that contemporary pop culture is fixated on rehashing and remixing previous decades, leading to a lack of innovation. He explores how technology and the internet have amplified this tendency, creating a culture of constant retro revival. The book delves into various aspects of music, fashion, and art, illustrating how the past dominates the present. Reynolds critiques the lack of forward-thinking creativity and discusses the implications for future cultural development.

In this book, Lanre Bakare delves into the often-overlooked aspects of Black British life outside of London. He investigates various moments and artefacts that shape the identity and experiences of Black Britons, offering a confronting yet joyful exploration of what it means to be Black and British.