Great little documentary about One Nation and the drum n bass screen. Brought back loads of memories of dnb and raves. A must watch if you love dnb and want to reminisce about raving!
45 Reviews
Drum n bass nostalgia
drumthebass26 February 2020
Fond memories that's some sure!!!
future-renaissance23 August 2020
Great insight into One Nation and Drum & Bas in general, for people that never had the opportunity to experience it back then.
Fond memories that's some sure!!!
Shame that there was not one mention of the late, great Mc. Stevie Hyper D, by anybody. He was mister One Nation. Shame That!
Shame that there was not one mention of the late, great Mc. Stevie Hyper D, by anybody. He was mister One Nation. Shame That!
One nation documentary
skam_platform22 August 2020
Wicked!!!
MrsMagooDnB30 August 2020
Liverpool Screening
steveewonder-6805923 February 2020
Great documentary about the UK Drum and Bass scene,some great interviews with the pioneers of this great scene from Djs,MCs and dancers
Some funny stories about the birth of DNB from the way it was and how it changed going through the years
A must see documentary for anyone whose has been involved whether you are a dj,Mc,security and of course a raver
Tells a great story of how One Nation started the good times,the dark times and of course the hilarious times
Left the screening with a great smile on my face,definitely a must see documentary
Enjoy
For all you little ravers out there !!!!!
donnaxx23 April 2020
Well this is a little gem talk about the good old days great documentary, there's some right laughs in this loved it .Terry Turbo what a legend please can I have tickets for your reunion gig it would be the greatest show ever !!😂👊
Not what I expected or hoped for.
dps-rocha27 August 2020
Warning: Spoilers
When this popped up on my Netflix recommended list I couldn't wait to give it a watch. "3 Decades of Drum and Bass" had me thinking this would be THE definitive history of a music genre that most people would have expected to have faded out a long time ago but is still going strong. What we got instead was a bit of a Terry Turbo love in and self promotion device.
While some of the stories were nostalgic the narrative did not flesh out much of anything about the actual music: its evolution from acid house and rave, breakbeats, pirate radio, hardcore, the split with happy hardcore, reggae / ragga samples, sub bass, further shifts into jump up and intelligent sub genres, modern innovators etc. Many of the clubbing stories felt like 'you had to be there' to really appreciate and not be bored by them after the nth one.
And I guess if you were there, raving at the events depicted I'm sure you would love this film but if you were not and watched this to learn about the genre you would I you will not have gained much knowledge other than the impression that Terry Turbo was the one and only, Don King of the club and rave scene. So many huge legends in the scene spoke on the film yet it didn't depict their talent and why they were legends. A good documentary should enlighten and engage strangers to the subject not only cater to all the old heads who were there at the time.
While some of the stories were nostalgic the narrative did not flesh out much of anything about the actual music: its evolution from acid house and rave, breakbeats, pirate radio, hardcore, the split with happy hardcore, reggae / ragga samples, sub bass, further shifts into jump up and intelligent sub genres, modern innovators etc. Many of the clubbing stories felt like 'you had to be there' to really appreciate and not be bored by them after the nth one.
And I guess if you were there, raving at the events depicted I'm sure you would love this film but if you were not and watched this to learn about the genre you would I you will not have gained much knowledge other than the impression that Terry Turbo was the one and only, Don King of the club and rave scene. So many huge legends in the scene spoke on the film yet it didn't depict their talent and why they were legends. A good documentary should enlighten and engage strangers to the subject not only cater to all the old heads who were there at the time.
Great documentary, must see for any rave fan.
reganjones-1274015 April 2020
Great documentary about the legendary One Nation raves and the drum and bass scene in the 90s and 00s. We are taken away from focus on the music sometimes and instead focus on Terry Stone's personal life. To focus on his success, his married life and rise from flyerer to powerful promoter. A must watch for any rave fan.
No DnB?
kevin c5 September 2020
Given the title you'd hope you were going to get a chronicle through three decades of Jungle and DnB?
Instead it's the self-produced story in a Bentley. Rave culture cliches abound, and you learn little about the DnB pioneers. Just lots of old men, saying what a mad night that was.
Instead it's the self-produced story in a Bentley. Rave culture cliches abound, and you learn little about the DnB pioneers. Just lots of old men, saying what a mad night that was.
Do you remember the time?
infoaaamusicproductions20 April 2020
This film made me feel old. I'm not bemoaning neither my age or this important film nonetheless, i realise how old i feel. The DnB movement was an important one in the UK. which provided the revolution all generations need to move on, push past what came before, if your parents disapprove, then its done its job - welcome to the revolution.
This isn't a story of how one man set out to become a millionaire. This is a story about how a fan used his passion and gave it to the masses. He created no less a movement, enjoyed by thousands.
If you were around at that time it'll make you remember all your good times whilst listening to all the behind the scenes times.
If you're young, its a shining example of what you can do if you put your mind to it.
We live as one family
mrlinkwitz24 February 2020
Wicked watch,United Nation three decades of drum and bass documentary gives you a full insight what happens to keep the love restored on the dance floor for the ravers to enjoy and the artist to roll out what they do best. After going to One nation nights myself at the Bournemouth o2 academy And having a corker! it's nice to know the story of what goes on for these party's to remain as good as they are!! Big up Terry Turbo Original Promoter
Rented off Virgin media
douglaspace-509145 March 2020
I never rent movies off Virgin out of principle. they get enough already off me but the anticipation waiting to see this movie had me signing up full tilt. I was not disappointed, this is a beautifully crafted documentary rich in nostalgia and some brilliantly funny stories. If you have had any connection to the scene in anyway over the years then you need to see this end of.
Entertaining
jayrfarm4627 September 2020
Totally inaccurate.
paul-927776 April 2020
Terrible docu- film. Way off the mark. Misses the era completely. Waste of money downloading it only to feel ripped off and cheated by its obvious claims to be the be all and end all of a musical culture that included so much more at the time. Makes out to be the 'god' of the genre but appears false and lacking substance. Badly put together and appears to be a commercial vehicle to promote Terry Stone rather than tell the story of the musical movement. Watched it and wished I hadn't. Avoid it.
Epic
andisibley24 August 2020
For those that know and those that don't - top film.
djupstartmusic13 March 2020
Sat down to this one tonight. Wicked film. My weekends are different with a 2 year old sleeping upstairs.
For those that were there a chance to reminisce and find out a lot that was going on when you were happily ravin away.
For those that weren't especially the younger ravers out there now. Watch this, it's history.
Funny as hell as well.
Nice one!
This was my life !
grimersaw27 February 2020
Great trip down memory lane this was my life from the late 90s to the late 00s One Nation was my first ever rave back in the old Stratford rex days until it moved over to Brixton academy . Terry has done a great job of showing how the old raving days were and what went on it's a shame he didn't show the raves which had prince Charles attend and Ali G but it was good seeing the one he had the queen attend as I was at that one as well haha . Over it the documentary is a great watch and I loved it from start to finish!
Junglist Massive
williams-5247325 May 2020
Absolutely loved this ! Brought back a lot of memories, loved the stories from Terry and the DJ's and MC's . Big up the One Nation Massive. If you love Jungle Drum n Bass and the U.K. rave scene , this is a must watch . A massive part of of the history of the UK rave scene . One Love , One Nation . Respect to Terry Turbo , thank you for what you did for the scene , of which I'm proud to have been a part of both on the dance floor and on the mic . K-RHYME MC OUT!!
Rave On
robert-scott-beattie24 February 2020
A nice portrait of the rave era from one of the guys organising it. Its easy to forget that it really was something special and it changed a lot of us for the better.
Part autobiography, part history it does a pretty decent job of capturing the era. It's well written, well paced and with a compelling narrative.
Well worth a few quid to go and see. The guy himself came across well in the Q&A after the show.
Part autobiography, part history it does a pretty decent job of capturing the era. It's well written, well paced and with a compelling narrative.
Well worth a few quid to go and see. The guy himself came across well in the Q&A after the show.
A must watch! 🎶⭐🔥💯
roskosouthloudnatives25 August 2020
If you love music, especially DnB/Jungle, you need to watch this!
Absolutely fantastic and incredibly inspiring. Brilliantly put together documentary! Really enjoyed watching it from start to finish Watching this will make you want to go raving again.
Terry Stone is an absolute legend and deserves so much credit for literally putting his life on the line to help build the scene up to what it is now. Well done Sir!
Absolutely fantastic and incredibly inspiring. Brilliantly put together documentary! Really enjoyed watching it from start to finish Watching this will make you want to go raving again.
Terry Stone is an absolute legend and deserves so much credit for literally putting his life on the line to help build the scene up to what it is now. Well done Sir!
10 out of 10 Must Watch
kcowles-073941 September 2020
True life documentary based on the origins of the electronic dance music movement or EDM as its most well known, was born out of the Drum & Bass movement, which began in the early 90's. The documentary gives a true and accurate insight into the rise and development of never been done before movement and allowing people from all backgrounds and cultures coming together as One just for the experience and love of music. This enabled the different style's of to gel together and create and genre of music that would not only survive but thrive and have a massive influence on Grime and the modern EDM scene still to this day.
Drum & Bass developed from the London underground rave scene movement that rapidly spread across the UK, and then throughout the world. The scene had serious issues with violence and drugs that plagued its early growth. The UK Governments reacted by bringing in draconian laws in an attempt to kill off the movement. But that wasn't going to stop a young man with a vision and a determination to achieve better for him self. Terry "Turbo" gives his behind-the-scenes account of what really went on, away from the the masses of people on the dance floors! Guns, Drugs, Sex, Knives, Gangs and, of course, the Artists and Performers who, despite all this instilled Drum & Base in the hearts of music forever.
Terry "Turbo" Stone was a working-class kid brought up on a council estate who, in his teens, saw opportunities in this budding scene. Against the odds, He founded "One Nation", a massive club movement. Terry gives exclusive access to Turbo's video archive and, through tell-it-all interviews with him, the artists, and those who provided security at the events and how they become a close net family as well as contributing to the safety and development of the music scene and the impact its having today across the world. 10 out 10
Drum & Bass developed from the London underground rave scene movement that rapidly spread across the UK, and then throughout the world. The scene had serious issues with violence and drugs that plagued its early growth. The UK Governments reacted by bringing in draconian laws in an attempt to kill off the movement. But that wasn't going to stop a young man with a vision and a determination to achieve better for him self. Terry "Turbo" gives his behind-the-scenes account of what really went on, away from the the masses of people on the dance floors! Guns, Drugs, Sex, Knives, Gangs and, of course, the Artists and Performers who, despite all this instilled Drum & Base in the hearts of music forever.
Terry "Turbo" Stone was a working-class kid brought up on a council estate who, in his teens, saw opportunities in this budding scene. Against the odds, He founded "One Nation", a massive club movement. Terry gives exclusive access to Turbo's video archive and, through tell-it-all interviews with him, the artists, and those who provided security at the events and how they become a close net family as well as contributing to the safety and development of the music scene and the impact its having today across the world. 10 out 10
Brilliant insight to the history of One Nation
barryday-3328522 August 2020
The real story
jamestillard28 April 2020
Absolute must watch!!!! Really brings back the best of memories and gives you a clear insight, behind the people and crew that made 'One Nation' the legendary enterprise that it was. Terry Turbo, the man that single handedly changed the way promotion and raving would be perceived for decades to come.
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