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Catch 'The Beat'
BY Ashly McGlonePublished: July 01, 2010
The chart-topping band of the 1980s The English Beat will entertain crowds at the Orange County Great Park in Irvine on Saturday, July 17.
Simply known as The Beat in their native England, the band – which blends ska, punk and reggae – has re-emerged. Among the group’s most popular works: “Mirror in the Bathroom,” “Save it for Later” and “I Confess.” The group released three albums during their time together.
The English Beat rose to fame in the late 1970s, during a period of social upheaval in the U.K. Out of this context, the group found their voice, singing about sociopolitical topics.
Lending their musical talent to the unique fusion of sound was lead singer and guitar player Dave Wakeling, Jamaican singer Ranking Roger, saxophonist Saxa, drummer Everett Morton, guitar player Andy Cox and bass guitarist David Steele.
After The Beat’s breakup in 1983, some of the members went on to form General Public, which turned out the popular tune “Tenderness.”
Wakeling will return for the Orange County performance, which will feature vintage hits and new material by the songwriter. Tickets are $10 for general admission.
The English Beat – July 17
Orange County Great Park
6990 Marine Way, Irvine
giantorangefestival.com/tickets
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Simply known as The Beat in their native England, the band – which blends ska, punk and reggae – has re-emerged. Among the group’s most popular works: “Mirror in the Bathroom,” “Save it for Later” and “I Confess.” The group released three albums during their time together. The English Beat rose to fame in the late 1970s, during a period of social upheaval in the U.K. Out of this context, the group found their voice, singing about sociopolitical topics. Lending their musical talent to the unique fusion of sound was lead singer and guitar player Dave Wakeling, Jamaican singer Ranking Roger, saxophonist Saxa, drummer Everett Morton, guitar player Andy Cox and bass guitarist David Steele. After The Beat’s breakup in 1983, some of the members went on to form General Public, which turned out the popular tune “Tenderness.” Wakeling will return for the Orange County performance, which will feature vintage hits and new material by the songwriter. Tickets are $10 for general admission. The English Beat – July 17 Orange County Great Park 6990 Marine Way, Irvine giantorangefestival.com/tickets MORE LOCAL ARTS EVENTS ‘Quilts’ and ‘Gemstone Carvings’ Bowers Museum Opens July 3 (‘Quilts’) and July 17 (‘Gemstone Carvings’) Two new exhibits that provide a colorful focus on craftsmanship are on display at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana. The “Gemstone Carvings” exhibit will showcase the work of Harold Van Pelt, while the “Quilts” exhibit will feature two centuries of American needlework. 2002 N. Main St., Santa Ana 714.567.3695; bowers.org ‘The Who’s Tommy!’ The Chance Theater July 2-Aug. 8 Orange County’s Off-Broadway Chance Theater in Anaheim will welcome the Tony Award-winning production of “The Who’s Tommy!” The musical is based on The Who’s 1986 concept album. 5552 E. La Palma Ave., Anaheim 714.777.3033; chancetheater.com Gladys Knight The Grove of Anaheim July 16 Gladys Knight, the seven-time Grammy-winning Empress of Soul, will belt out her thunderous vocals at a one-night-only performance at The Grove of Anaheim on July 16. In addition to some of her greatest hits, Knight will perform songs from her 2006 album, “Before Me.” 2200 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim 714.712.2700; grove-of-anaheim.com |
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