The Beat was formed in Birmingham in 1978, with members Dave Wakeling (vocals, guitar), Ranking Roger (vocals, toasting), Andy Cox (guitar), Everett Morton (drums), veteran Jamaican saxophonist Saxa, and David Steele on bass. The band was part of the West Midlands Ska revival scene that also produced The Specials and The Selecter, whilst London saw the formation of Madness and The Bodysnatchers. First album I Just Can’t Stop It (1980, # 3) features the hits Tears Of A Clown , Hands Off... She’s Mine , Mirror In The Bathroom , Best Friend and Stand Down Margaret. I Just Can’t Stop It is presented in a mini replica Vinyl gatefold sleeve, featuring a unique black vinyl CD including grooves
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