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United By Music with Sleeper, Rhoda Dakar, and more

Sep 1, 2023 at 19:30  ·  MacArts, Galashiels MacArts, Galashiels

United By Music
Sep 1
United By Music
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Sleeper, born in the UK, found 90s fame with astute lyrics and catchy melodies, earning 8 Top 40 singles, 3 Top 10 albums, and over 1 million sales. Fronted by iconic Louise Wener, they reformed in 2017, topping UK charts with new music. Known for collaborations with producer Stephen Street.
Rhoda Dakar, born in Hampstead, London, is a key figure in British ska, known for her rich vocals. She rose to fame in the 1980s with the Bodysnatchers, signed to 2-Tone. Notable songs include "Let's Do The Rocksteady" and "The Boiler" with Special A.K.A. After a period away, she returned with solo albums like "Cleaning In Another Woman's Kitchen" (2007) and "Version Girl" (2023). Dakar collaborated with Jerry Dammers, Terry Hall, and Lynval Golding, and is also active as a DJ and political activist.
Newton Faulkner, a UK singer-songwriter known for his folk-pop style, hit #1 with "Rebuilt by Humans." He blends funk, R&B, soul, and Latin grooves, evolving across two decades.

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