a couple years before this i had a bootleg cassette tape that had this, mirror in the bathroom, hands off shes mine, stand down margaret, several more i cant recall.. I blasted this at work in central sterilization at Dental#3 USNavy, RTC SanDiego.. rude boys come forward🕴🏿🖤
Saw these cats in about '80 or so, opening for the pretenders. I had never heard of them. They completely smoked the place. You have to give the Pretenders credit for walking on stage after these guys. Everybody came out a huge fan.
The late 70's/early 80's Ska music movement was great. Multiculturalism was the key, it was just about the wonderful music. There were people who identified as 'Skinheads' but they were totally non-violent and enjoyed the mix of people. Was a wonderful time to be alive.
Precisely, original Skinheads were just an English Punk subculture popular among steel yard workers (hence the short hair and popularity of overalls and Doc Martens), it wasn't until the mid to late 80's that you see German and other West European Neo-Nazi groups start adopting the aesthetic. Shortly followed by North American counterparts
Unfortunately there were also violent skinheads in the late 1970s/early 1980s (some of whom were racist and some weren't), including among those who claimed to be fans of ska music.
@@williammurphy1796 The original skinheads actually pre-dated punk. They emerged in the UK around 1967/68 as an offshoot of mods. They continued the mod tradition of sharp dressing and love of Jamaican ska music (and its later offshoots rocksteady and reggae). But even those skinheads were by no means peaceful. They were a "rough and tough" youth subculture. Skinhead "crews" (gangs) would fight each other and attack greasers and hippies. They also tended to be _selectively_ racist, i.e. racist towards South Asians (Pakistanis and Indians) but not towards black people. They weren't affiliated to the far right like some later skinheads were, but they weren't angels either!
RIP Rankin Roger, you will be sadly missed 😭😭😭 my brother Francis who passed in 2014 was your biggest fan. You and him can party together up in heaven with all the other great SKA stars that have gone. You and your music have brought joy & happiness to millions of people and will never be forgotten.
R.I.P Ranking Roger. Was in the front row of General Public concert at the Palace, in Hollywood for their first show. Got there 4 hours early and got to hear the sound check. Had to have my dad pick me up because I was underage to have a car. My first concert ever. Huge English Beat fan. I'm in the "Tenderness" video in the crowd shot. Motley Crue was on the poster outside, nobody ever heard of them at the time.
Happy 65th Birthday Dave Wakeling. 19 February 1956 Birmingham, England. I always loved that Two Tone / Reggae playing style you have. ie.. The Specials / The Skatalites
I saw them open for The Clash at San Francisco in ‘82. They had just replaced Saxa, who didn’t like touring. Great show! Ranking Roger won the crowd over. Dave Wakeling continues with the band name here in CA. They played a show recently in Petaluma.
RIP Ranking Roger :'( youve come "FULL STOP" Ranking Full Stop :'( Music as lost Another piece of its Soul :'( and my 'Mirror in the Bathroom" wont be the same :'(
What's really cool about watching this is you can actually see the difference of Fine Young Cannibals and General Public on either side of Roger. Watch it again and you will see what I mean. Cool song and video!😎👍✨🖤🤍🖤🤍
This show was in the US where they had to be referred to as The English Beat for legal reasons as there was a band in the US already called The Beat. They'd have never been called The English Beat otherwise.
RIP Ranking Roger and Saxa. You brought so much happiness to so many. You don't hear this kind of talent anymore. Keep on Dave!!!!
a couple years before this i had a bootleg cassette tape that had this, mirror in the bathroom, hands off shes mine, stand down margaret, several more i cant recall..
I blasted this at work in central sterilization at Dental#3 USNavy, RTC SanDiego..
rude boys come forward🕴🏿🖤
Roger so young there! Love it faster live❤️
RIP Ranking Roger…❤ this band has brought me so much joy! They are so great!
Saw these cats in about '80 or so, opening for the pretenders. I had never heard of them. They completely smoked the place. You have to give the Pretenders credit for walking on stage after these guys. Everybody came out a huge fan.
RIP Rankin Roger. Today is a very sad day. Your music will always live on thru English Beat and General Public.
saw this band open for "the police" in 1983 or 84....they blew "the police" away that night ! RIP Ranking Roger
This music will never get old! Omg! Rip Roger
I was there. R.I.P. Ranking Roger.
It must’ve been extraordinary! In 1983 I was 21 but newly hired in my new job. Ah to go back.
I realize it is pretty randomly asking but do anybody know of a good place to stream newly released tv shows online ?
@Clay Layne Flixportal :D
@Jameson Emory Thank you, I went there and it seems like they got a lot of movies there :D I really appreciate it!
@Clay Layne No problem :D
One of Birmingham's finest and a TRUE gentleman! RIP Roger, it was a pleasure to have met you...
The late 70's/early 80's Ska music movement was great. Multiculturalism was the key, it was just about the wonderful music. There were people who identified as 'Skinheads' but they were totally non-violent and enjoyed the mix of people. Was a wonderful time to be alive.
Precisely, original Skinheads were just an English Punk subculture popular among steel yard workers (hence the short hair and popularity of overalls and Doc Martens), it wasn't until the mid to late 80's that you see German and other West European Neo-Nazi groups start adopting the aesthetic. Shortly followed by North American counterparts
Unfortunately there were also violent skinheads in the late 1970s/early 1980s (some of whom were racist and some weren't), including among those who claimed to be fans of ska music.
@@williammurphy1796 The original skinheads actually pre-dated punk. They emerged in the UK around 1967/68 as an offshoot of mods. They continued the mod tradition of sharp dressing and love of Jamaican ska music (and its later offshoots rocksteady and reggae). But even those skinheads were by no means peaceful. They were a "rough and tough" youth subculture. Skinhead "crews" (gangs) would fight each other and attack greasers and hippies. They also tended to be _selectively_ racist, i.e. racist towards South Asians (Pakistanis and Indians) but not towards black people. They weren't affiliated to the far right like some later skinheads were, but they weren't angels either!
The Beat/English Beat were twotone...
Absolutely top class
R.I.P. Rude Boy
sad day far to young
Damn, it was hot that day. The Beat were fantastic. RIP Roger.
RANKIN YOU WILL NEVER DIE ! RIP
RIP Rankin Roger, you will be sadly missed 😭😭😭 my brother Francis who passed in 2014 was your biggest fan. You and him can party together up in heaven with all the other great SKA stars that have gone. You and your music have brought joy & happiness to millions of people and will never be forgotten.
Amazing drummer.
Another small part of my teenage years has gone. RIP Ranking Roger
Absolute Quality!!!!
Two Tone Forever......
One of the best toasters to do it...safe journey, Ranking Roger.
R.I.P Ranking Roger. Was in the front row of General Public concert at the Palace, in Hollywood for their first show. Got there 4 hours early and got to hear the sound check. Had to have my dad pick me up because I was underage to have a car. My first concert ever. Huge English Beat fan. I'm in the "Tenderness" video in the crowd shot. Motley Crue was on the poster outside, nobody ever heard of them at the time.
RR rest in power bro!!! Thanks for all good memories!
They were awesome..
Even when i was down their style could lift you back up
I was there, backstage with Dave, Roger, Saxa, and crew... John Richards. Back in the day.
i was there too...
I wish I was backstage....I was there....but in the crowd about 35-40 rows out...hotter than HELL!!!
Looks perfect. Love it.
Lucky you
You lucky bastards!
I was 12. Didn't find out about the English beat until 4 years later.
One of my all time favorite bands!
Ranking Full Stop!!
Wow, is this fast! Hang on and we'll meet up at the end! Love it.
i dont usually go fer live vvvvrsions but....fire on
My Childhood, huge influence, still is. So much respect for all these guys. Salute. X
I loved this man and his music. So sad to say goodbye. We will always have his legacy to enjoy. Rest in peace.
RIP Roger.thanks for all your tunes.
Sad news indeed, gutted.
I've always have loved "The Beat" the energy and musicianship is still alive and well. One word Gratitude ✌❤✊ktf
Rankin Roger Full Stop. Dammmmmmmmmmmmm. Great track. old New Wave Days.....
R.I.P. Roger.
This is terrific! But, as a guitar nut ... a left-handed white Vox Teardrop six-string ... wow ...
this band of fab guys were the ultimate in greatness ,,wow ,, how they moved ,,,,,there songs told stories ,,,,,lol xx
Was there at the US Fest, what a hot day!
Yes, indeed it was. Good thing we got escorted in a air conditioned station wagon to the backstage area. Lol. ;)
Much missed. Happy Heavenly Birthday Roger
R.I.P ❤
Rest In Peace. Ranking Roger. Best Brummie Band.x
The best Beat song!
+Andrew Beadle They were ALL the best , young man!!!
one of the best he was
RIP Roger ....often imitated never beaten ......the greatest
so bummed i couldn't make this show. the Beat was. by far, the most progressive band in this era.
One of the best! 💫
Happy 65th Birthday Dave Wakeling. 19 February 1956 Birmingham, England.
I always loved that Two Tone / Reggae playing style you have. ie.. The Specials / The Skatalites
Love and Unity RIP R.R.
Rest In Peace Ranking Roger, one of a kind. Legend.
I was a teenager in the early 80s. These guys take me right back to the time. Gigi, Rluzabeth, Katie, Jenny, I see all of you, young and gorgeous.,
Saw 'The Beat' three times - God Bless You, Roger RIP - p.johnson
I saw them open for The Clash at San Francisco in ‘82. They had just replaced Saxa, who didn’t like touring. Great show! Ranking Roger won the crowd over. Dave Wakeling continues with the band name here in CA. They played a show recently in Petaluma.
One of their best songs!
I’m so stoked to be going to their show in Richmond on the 19th! I’m ready 💃🏻
Goose bumps
Roger my heart sank when I was told of your passing,god speed and thanks for being apart of so many great memories
We'll miss you, Rude Boy. RIP Roger.
Rest well, Roger...thanks for the joy.
Quality Two-Tone toasting (at an un-usualy fast tempo).
SKA SKA SKA
Right!! That speed was manic...lol
What a tune what a tune!!!!!
Perfect stop
Most of this band is dressed like they’re on lunch break from ibm 🍻 love it
Rest in peace Roger 😢
RIP Ranking Roger :'( youve come "FULL STOP" Ranking Full Stop :'(
Music as lost Another piece of its Soul :'( and my 'Mirror in the Bathroom" wont be the same :'(
Bless up! RIP Ranking Roger
2TONE4EVER
What's really cool about watching this is you can actually see the difference of Fine Young Cannibals and General Public on either side of Roger. Watch it again and you will see what I mean.
Cool song and video!😎👍✨🖤🤍🖤🤍
One of “my Buddy’s/Friends” met Dave Wakeling in “Marina del Rey”,CA.
Rest in peace and much toasting to you, Ranking Roger.
RIP Roger
love it
RR was a charismatic handsome dude.
#nohomo
Man this one hurts, RIP Roger.
Memories of the Mercat Cross and Digbeth Civic Hall, when there was probably about 100-200 of us and the Beat. Great, great days and a terrific band.
Rest in Peace Roger
2 tone god. RIP
Respect to Ranking Roger 😎👣🏁
R.I.P. Mr Full Stop. :(
RIP Ranking Roger. Only 56
R.I.P rude boy 😢
That is Saxa correct??? He and Roger were two men who bled black and white, such talent...
WHO’S On the “Tenor Sax”?😊
Dave Wakelings version is called The English Beat this is The Beat
This show was in the US where they had to be referred to as The English Beat for legal reasons as there was a band in the US already called The Beat. They'd have never been called The English Beat otherwise.
Good luck being the follow up act there.
I was there.
Saw Roger do this with Special Beat in 1990. RIP Ranking Roger.
R.I.P Ranking Roger 😎👣🏁 #respect
R.I.P. Rankin Roger.
最高だ
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Lol the crowd was getting down with the carolton dance. Just to funny.
RIP Rankin Roger. Never forget u
Respect and RIp Ranking Roger.
Good lord it was hot that day. RIP.
❤
The guy at 2:29 was not having it.
R.I.P ranking
RIP Rankin' Roger .
My, that's some tempo !!
I was there the next day.
Is there a DVD?
RANKIN' ROGER WAS SUCH A HOTTIE!!!!
Such an underrated band
Rest easy, rude bwoy. 💔
😍😎😁🤘✨✨✨🎶💙
My.youth!!