The Weird World of Blowfly

The Weird World of Blowfly

8.5 | 2011-09-16 | Documentary Music

Clarence Reid is a musician who wrote and produced romantic and spiritual songs for some of the greatest Southern soul and R&B acts of the 1960s and '70s. He is also the gonzo performer Blowfly, Clarence's freaky alter ego and the original X-rated rapper. "The Weird World of Blowfly" explores both sides of this hilarious and controversial artist, providing a rare, inside peek at the infamous linguist's daily life. Now 69-years-old, with a gold-spangled superhero costume and a catalog of the world's raunchiest tunes, Blowfly tours the world, still struggling for success and recognition after 50 years of making music. The film highlights both Clarence's and Blowfly's unique contributions to music history, including Top-10 R&B hits and what might be the world's first rap song, recorded in 1965.

Featured Crew

Jonathan Furmanski Director
Jonathan Furmanski Producer
Cy Christiansen Editor

Cast

Greg Bell
Greg Bell
Himself
Jello Biafra
Jello Biafra
Himself
Chuck D
Chuck D
Himself
Ice-T
Ice-T
Himself

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