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In 1971, childhood best friends and self-taught musicians Patrick Patterson and Steve Scipio created Cymande, a funk band inspired by their Caribbean heritage. But they struggled to find success, facing racism and an unwelcoming British music industry. Disillusioned, Patrick and Steve put away their guitars and became lawyers instead. But unknown to them, their music developed a cult following and would shape the golden age of hip-hop, influencing the likes of Grandmaster Flash, De La Soul and The Fugees. Decades later in their 60s, Patrick and Steve would make an unexpected and triumphant return. They are featured in the documentary, Getting it back: The story of Cymande. (This episode was first broadcast in 2023) Presenter: Mobeen Azhar Producer: Maryam Maruf Get in touch: outlook@bbc.com or WhatsApp +44 330 678 2707 (Photo: A black and white photo from the 1970s of eight members of
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