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THE bEAT

Experience The bEAT’s timeless ska rhythms live in an electrifying celebration of British music.

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01/10/2026 – 12/12/2026

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THE bEAT

Experience The bEAT’s timeless ska rhythms live in an electrifying celebration of British music.

(2)

01/10/2026 – 12/12/2026

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THE bEAT

01/10/2026 – 12/12/2026

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27 Oct 2026 Tue 19:45

CARDIFF

THE bEAT
THE TRAMSHED

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28 Oct 2026 Wed 19:45

FAREHAM

THE bEAT
Fareham Live

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29 Oct 2026 Thu 19:45

OXFORD

THE bEAT
O2 Academy Oxford

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12 Dec 2026 Sat 20:00

CHESTER

The Beat
The Live Rooms

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Where can I buy tickets for THE bEAT?
Tickets for THE bEAT can be purchased safely and securely from Eventim UK. We recommend booking early, as availability can be limited and performances may sell out quickly.

When is THE bEAT performing live?
THE bEAT is currently scheduled to perform on the following dates:

Thu 1 Oct 2026 – hmv Empire, Coventry – 19:00
Thu 1 Oct 2026 – hmv Empire, Coventry – 19:45
Fri 2 Oct 2026 – O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London – 19:45
Sat 3 Oct 2026 – O2 Guildhall Southampton, Southampton – 19:45
Sun 4 Oct 2026 – O2 Academy Leicester, Leicester – 19:45
Tue 6 Oct 2026 – Octagon Centre, Sheffield – 19:45
Wed 7 Oct 2026 – O2 Academy Liverpool, Liverpool – 19:45
Fri 9 Oct 2026 – O2 Ritz Manchester, Manchester – 19:45
Sat 10 Oct 2026 – NX, Newcastle – 19:45
Sun 11 Oct 2026 – Barrowland Ballroom, Glasgow – 19:45
Tue 13 Oct 2026 – Middlesbrough Town Hall, Middlesbrough – 19:45
Wed 14 Oct 2026 – O2 Academy Leeds, Leeds – 19:45
Sat 17 Oct 2026 – Birmingham Town Hall, Birmingham – 19:45
Sun 18 Oct 2026 – Cambridge Corn Exchange, Cambridge – 19:45
Mon 19 Oct 2026 – G Live, Guildford – 19:45
Wed 21 Oct 2026 – Bath Forum, Bath – 19:45
Fri 23 Oct 2026 – Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone – 19:45
Sat 24 Oct 2026 – Electric Bristol, Bristol – 19:45
Sun 25 Oct 2026 – O2 Academy Bournemouth, Bournemouth – 19:45
Tue 27 Oct 2026 – THE TRAMSHED, Cardiff – 19:45
Wed 28 Oct 2026 – Fareham Live, Fareham – 19:45
Thu 29 Oct 2026 – O2 Academy Oxford, Oxford – 19:45
Sat 12 Dec 2026 – The Live Rooms, Chester – 20:00

THE bEAT dates and live performances may change. Always refer to our event listings for the latest updates or sign up to TicketAlarm to get new show alerts first.

What can I expect from experiencing THE bEAT live?
Expect an evening celebrating the music of The Beatles, performed live by THE bEAT.

Where is THE bEAT performing?
THE bEAT will be performing across the UK, including Coventry, London, Southampton, Leicester, Sheffield, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle, Glasgow, Middlesbrough, Leeds, Birmingham, Cambridge, Guildford, Bath, Folkestone, Bristol, Bournemouth, Cardiff, Fareham, Oxford and Chester. Full venue details are listed on the individual event pages.

Is this event suitable for all ages?
Age guidance and restrictions vary depending on the venue. Please check the event listing or contact the venue directly to confirm whether the event is suitable for all ages.

How do I buy accessibility tickets for THE bEAT?
Accessibility tickets, including wheelchair and companion seating, are managed by the venue. For full accessibility information, please contact the venue directly before booking.

What time do doors open?
Door opening times vary by venue. Final timings will be confirmed closer to the performance date and will be displayed on your ticket or the venue’s official website.

Are there similar artists or shows to THE bEAT?
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Biography

Biography - THE bEAT

The bEAT was formed in Birmingham in 1979, with members Dave Wakeling (vocals, guitar), Ranking Roger (vocals, toasting), Andy Cox (guitar), Everett Morton (drums), veteran Jamaican saxophonist Saxa, and from the Isle of Wight, David Steele on bass. The band was part of the West Midlands ska revival scene that also produced The Specials and The Selecter, whilst London saw the formation of Madness and The Bodysnatchers.

The Beat’s first single was an arresting version of Smokey Robinson’s “Tears Of A Clown”, given a completely new feel, and was backed with their own composition “Ranking Full Stop”. Released in a one-off deal on Jerry Dammers’ Chrysalis-backed 2-Tone label, the single stormed into the Top 10 in December 1979, and saw the band appear twice on Top Of The Pops.

Backed by Arista, the band formed their own label Go-Feet Records, with its own distinctive art direction and design provided by Hunt Emerson. The first release in February 1980 was another Top 10 hit, “Hands Off... She’s Mine”, and was the first of twelve chart singles for the band on Go-Feet, a list that includes permanent favourites like “Mirror In The Bathroom”, “Too Nice To Talk To”, “Best Friend”, “All Out To Get You”, “Doors Of Your Heart”, “Save It For Later” (later covered by both The Who and Pearl Jam!), “Jeanette”, “I Confess” and their Top 3 hit cover of “Can’t Get Used To Losing You”.

The band released three albums “I Just Can’t Stop It” (1980, # 3), “Wha’ppen?” (1981, # 3) and “Special Beat Service” (1982, # 21), which contained many tracks that demonstrated their more politicised and socially-conscious leanings in songs like “Stand Down Margaret”, “Get-A-Job”, “Big Shot” and “Click Click”. The band broke up in 1983, Dave Wakeling and Ranking Roger going on to form General Public, and Andy Cox and David Steele forming Fine Young Cannibals.