Fifteen songs from iconic British bands like Madness and The Specials feature in this 1981 documentary about the 2 Tone music genre.
“The best of British Ska...Live!”
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Fifteen songs from iconic British bands like Madness and The Specials feature in this 1981 documentary about the 2 Tone music genre.
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Synopsis
Terry Hall and Suggs perform on stage as part of the British 2 Tone movement in the late 1970s. Dance Craze captures the energy of this music genre through live performances from bands such as Madness, The Specials, and The Selecter. Filmed in 1980, the documentary features concert footage from various locations across the United Kingdom. The soundtrack includes fifteen tracks, with songs like "One Step Beyond" and "Mirror in the Bathroom." Released in 1981, the film returned to cinemas in 2023.
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Why Watch
- See Madness perform 'The Prince' live.
- Find out about the 2 Tone music movement.
- Watch The Specials play 'Nite Klub' on stage.
- Experience the energy of British ska music.
Did You Know
- Dance Craze was directed by Joe Massot in 1981.
- The film features live performances from six bands during 1980.
- The original soundtrack album contains fifteen songs.
- Later versions of the soundtrack replace Madness tracks with Special AKA songs.
- In 2023, Dance Craze returned to cinemas and was released on Blu-ray.
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Who directed the documentary Dance Craze?
Dance Craze was directed by Joe Massot.
What year was the soundtrack album for Dance Craze released?
The soundtrack album for Dance Craze was released in 1981.
Which bands are featured in the Dance Craze documentary?
The documentary features bands such as Madness, The Specials, The Selecter, The Bodysnatchers, the Beat, and Bad Manners.
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