When Soul II Soul Ruled The World
For a few short years, Soul II Soul seemed poised to become one of the biggest pop acts in the world. Founded by Jazzie B, they were a unique and era-defining crew that embodied sound system culture. In this photo essay, we take a look back at a style often copied, but never replicated.
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