The English Beat

Shows Are Standing Room Only

The English Beat is a band with an energetic mix of musical styles and a sound like no other. The band's unique sound has allowed it to endure for nearly four decades and appeal to fans, young and old, all over the world.

The English Beat's Rise

When The English Beat (known as The Beat in their native England) rushed on to the music scene in 1979, it was a time of massive social and political unrest and economic and musical upheaval. This set the stage for a period of unbridled musical creativity, and thanks in large part to the Punk movement and its DIY approach to making music, artists like The Beat were able to speak out and speak their mind on the news of the day, as in "Stand Down Margaret," things that mattered to them and the youth culture, as in "Get A Job," and universal matters of the heart and soul, as in their classic hits "I Confess" and "Save It For Later."

Influence of the Two Tone Ska Movement

The Beat first came to prominence as founding members of the British Two Tone Ska movement, with their classic first album "Just Can't Stop It" fitting squarely in that genre. Along with their contemporaries The Specials, The Selecter, and Madness, the band became an overnight sensation and one of the most popular and influential bands of that movement.

Evolution of Sound

However, band leader Dave Wakeling never felt constrained by the movement. The band crossed over fluidly between soul, reggae, pop, and punk, and from these disparate pieces, they created an infectious dance rhythm. The band's sound continued to evolve over their three studio albums, through the General Public era (a band formed by Dave with The Beat's toaster, Ranking Roger), and it has continued its evolution with the album "Here We Go Love." Consummate showman that he is, Dave Wakeling continues to keep The Beat alive and strong, touring the world as The English Beat with an amazing all-star ska backing band playing all the hits of The Beat and General Public!

Get Ready for the Show

You just can't stop The English Beat!

• All shows are General Admission.
• All shows are standing room only unless otherwise noted.
• You will need your Valid Picture ID should you wish to consume adult beverages.
• Ticket purchasers will be scanned-in when the Magic Bag doors open on your event day.
• Please refer to the event listing for any age restrictions.
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