The English Beat
MUSIC BAND
The English Beat, also known as The Beat, are an influential ska revival band formed in Birmingham, England in 1978. The band is credited with helping to pioneer the ska revival movement of the late 1970s and early 1980s, and has also had a lasting influence on the genre.
The band initially comprised vocalist/guitarist Dave Wakeling, vocalist/bassist Ranking Roger, guitarist Andy Cox, keyboardist Everett Morton, and drummer/percussionist William Brown. They quickly became popular in their native United Kingdom, and their debut album, I Just Can't Stop It, went gold in the UK. The album featured the hit singles "Mirror in the Bathroom", "Save It for Later" and "Too Nice to Talk To".
The band's success continued with their second album, Wha'ppen? which saw the addition of saxophonist Saxa. The album featured the hit singles "Doors of Your Heart" and "Twist and Crawl". The band's third album, Special Beat Service, was the most successful, reaching the Top 10 in the UK. It featured the hit singles "I Confess", "Can't Get Used to Losing You" and "Sole Salvation".
The English Beat's sound was a mix of ska, soul, reggae and pop, and their music was heavily influenced by classic Jamaican sounds. They also had a strong political message, often addressing issues of racism, poverty and social injustice. Despite their success in the UK, they only achieved limited success in the United States.
The English Beat have continued to tour and perform over the years, and still have a large and devoted fanbase. They have performed at numerous music festivals and events, including the Festival International de Jazz de Montréal, and the South by Southwest Festival. They have also been featured on a number of tribute albums, including Ska Is Dead, which paid homage to the legacy of ska music.
The English Beat are a truly unique and influential band, and their music continues to be enjoyed by fans of all ages. If you've never seen them live, be sure to check them out at one of their upcoming shows!
The band initially comprised vocalist/guitarist Dave Wakeling, vocalist/bassist Ranking Roger, guitarist Andy Cox, keyboardist Everett Morton, and drummer/percussionist William Brown. They quickly became popular in their native United Kingdom, and their debut album, I Just Can't Stop It, went gold in the UK. The album featured the hit singles "Mirror in the Bathroom", "Save It for Later" and "Too Nice to Talk To".
The band's success continued with their second album, Wha'ppen? which saw the addition of saxophonist Saxa. The album featured the hit singles "Doors of Your Heart" and "Twist and Crawl". The band's third album, Special Beat Service, was the most successful, reaching the Top 10 in the UK. It featured the hit singles "I Confess", "Can't Get Used to Losing You" and "Sole Salvation".
The English Beat's sound was a mix of ska, soul, reggae and pop, and their music was heavily influenced by classic Jamaican sounds. They also had a strong political message, often addressing issues of racism, poverty and social injustice. Despite their success in the UK, they only achieved limited success in the United States.
The English Beat have continued to tour and perform over the years, and still have a large and devoted fanbase. They have performed at numerous music festivals and events, including the Festival International de Jazz de Montréal, and the South by Southwest Festival. They have also been featured on a number of tribute albums, including Ska Is Dead, which paid homage to the legacy of ska music.
The English Beat are a truly unique and influential band, and their music continues to be enjoyed by fans of all ages. If you've never seen them live, be sure to check them out at one of their upcoming shows!
Website: http://englishbeat.net
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