The Celluloid Records Story (part 2 of 2)

Watch part 1 here: Celluloid Records is one of the most revered, open-minded and influential labels of the 1980s, with foundational releases spanning the genres of hip-hop, disco, post-punk, electro, world music and more. Filmed in Paris and New York City, this two part series features key players in the history of the label including producers and musicians Bill Laswell and DXT (formerly Grand Mixer DST) and founder / owner Jean Karakos. A double-disc retrospective of the label, Change The Beat: The Celluloid Records Story, is out now on Strut. Part two of this documentary series touches on Bill Laswell and DXT’s involvement with the groundbreaking Herbie Hancock track “Rockit,“ the signing of Fela Kuti to Celluloid, Laswell’s work with Ginger Baker and John Lydon’s PiL project, and more. Subscribe to Strut’s channel for more interviews, music videos, and live performances: Follow Celluloid Records: Follow Strut: Jean Karakos Interview: Interview by Chris Coco Reproduced courtesy of Celluloid Records, thanks to JP Bill Laswell & DXT Interview: Filmed by Caspar Stracke Interview by Stephen Bolles with thanks to Lauren Ritter and Yoko at MOD Technologies Edited by Quinton Scott and Caspar Stracke