The Beat (dubbed English Beat in the US due to conflict with an American band) began as part of Britain's early-'80s second-wave ska movement, which was also influenced by punk. Eventually, the band expanded to include pop, R&B, and other influences. Too short-lived, the Beat eventually splintered off into General Public and Fine Young Cannibals.

Listen to The English Beat at Finetune.

• (2001)  Best Of English Beat
• (1982)  Special Beat Service
• (1980)  I Just Can't Stop It

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• Save It for Later
• I Confess
• Tears Of A Clown
• I Can't Get Used To Losing You

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