The Beat came out of Birmingham in 1978 with a fusion of ska, pop, soul, reggae, and punk rock and where initially signed on the Two Tone label before setting up their own. Records don’t get any more downright joyous, infectious, and danceable than this classic track. I remember buying the single and thinking to myself what the hell and picking up the 12" single with some great extras like more of Ranking Roger toasting.
Released off their debut album, I Just Can’t Stop it (1980) and reaching number 9 in the UK Singles Chart. The Beat were one of the best bands to come out of the Ska revival of the late 1970s early 80s. This was their second single after reaching sixth in the singles chart with Tears of a Clown and the B side track Ranking Full Stop, a favourite of mine.
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