Beat/Netherlands 05.10.1980 FM Broadcast Edition

This rare recording features a high-quality stereo soundboard recording of a 1980 Paradiso concert, recorded from an FM broadcast, right before the release of their debut album. Formed in Birmingham, England in 1978, led by Ranking Roger and Dave Wakeling, The Beat (English Beat) gained popularity for their fusion of ska, reggae, Latin, pop, soul, and punk. Along with The Specials, Madness, and The Selecter, they also led the Two-Tone movement. This rare recording features a high-quality stereo soundboard recording of a May 10, 1980, performance at Paradiso in Amsterdam, Netherlands, right before the release of their debut album, "I JUST CAN'T STOP IT." Digitally transferred from a 2009 FM broadcast, this performance delivers exceptional clarity and balance. This live performance took place approximately two weeks before the release of their debut album, "I JUST CAN'T STOP IT," on May 23, 1980. The setlist, featuring tracks from their debut album, includes covers of Smokey Robinson & the Miracles' "Tears of a Clown" and "Ranking Full Stop," a double A-side single released the previous year but only available on the US album. Experience their first superb performance in crystal-clear, premium sound quality! FM Broadcast Paradiso, Amsterdam, Netherlands, May 10, 1980. 1. Two Swords; 2. Tears of a Clown; 3. Twist and Crawl; 4. Rough Rider; 5. Mirror in the Bathroom; 6. Best Friend; 7. Whine and Grine / Stand Down Margaret; 8. Noise in This World; 9. Big Shot; 10. Hands Off...She's Mine; 11. Jackpot; 12. Click Click; 13. Ranking Full Stop.