De La Warr Pavilion in Bexhill-on-Sea is to host a major new exhibition from Saturday, December 12, 2020 to Sunday, May 9, 2021 to celebrate Rock Against Racism (RAR), featuring a new commission by artist Larry Achiampong created in response to the sounds, visuals and ethos of RAR, and contributions from Bass Culture.RAR (1976-82) was one of the most important British grassroots cultural movements of the 20th century.
Uniting music lovers to fight against racism and fascism, it harnessed the power of the imagination – thrilling music, vibrant design and witty, subversive polemic – along with a DIY ethos which expected everyone to do their own thing as well as being part of a huge collective effort.