The English Beat


The English Beat

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Formed: 1978 in Birmingham, England
Years Active: 80 's
Genre: Pop/Rock

Biography:
One of the earliest and most important ska revivalist groups, Birmingham's the Beat formed in 1978 (the band had to change its name to the English Beat in the U.S. to avoid confusion with Paul Collins' band of the same name). The multiracial band carved a distinct sound through the use of alternating lead vocals by guitarist Dave Wakeling and punk ... Continue Bio >>

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Tickets:
02/22/2010 9:30 Club
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Discography:
1982 Special Beat Service
1981 Wha'ppen?
1980 I Just Can't Stop It
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Filmography:
2004 Essential Music Videos: '80s UK
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Group Members:
Ranking Roger
Andy Cox
David Steele
Everett Morton
Wesley Magoogan
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Influenced By:
Smokey Robinson
Desmond Dekker
Derrick Morgan
The Jam
The Skatalites
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Followers:
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