2Tone, The Specials and a World in Flame: Wheels out of Gear [Paperback]

Dave Thompson (Author)

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Publication Date: April 1, 2005

Between 1979 and 1981, The Specials, Madness, The Beat and others revived Caribbean ska to enjoy a string of hit records against a backdrop of a Britain beset by unemployment, racial tension and rioting. Coming on the back of punk, 2Tone was remarkably successful, with The Specials notching up classic number-one singles “Too Much Too Young” and “Ghost Town,” the latter sounding eerily prophetic amidst the riots then flaring in Brixton and Toxteth.

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About the Author

Dave Thompson is a British freelance journalist based in Seattle. He contributes regularly to a variety of magazines including Mojo and Goldmine. He has also written a number of well-received books including the first biography of Kurt Cobain, Never Fade Away.

Product Details

Paperback: 256 pages
Publisher: Helter Skelter Publishing (April 1, 2005)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1900924846
ISBN-13: 978-1900924849
Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.8 inches
Shipping Weight: 13.4 ounces
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,208,941 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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