Rudies Come Back (The Rise & Rise of 2-Tone)

Overview

Adrian Thrills investigates a new and exhilarating musical blend which is taking the country by storm. 2-tone is a unique mix of music, fusing together reggae, rock, soul, ska, blue beat and punk. With its home in Coventry and its roots in reggae, it derives its name and identity from the co-existence of its black and white members.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

March 12, 1980

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English

Countries

United Kingdom

Production

BBC,BBC Arena

Cast

Arthur "Gaps" Hendrickson,Neol Davies,Charley Anderson,Charley "Aitch" Bembridge,Compton Amanor,Terry Hall,Jerry Dammers,Neville Staple,James Mackie,John Bradburyand 8 more

Director

Jeff Perks

Producer

Jeff Perks,Alan Yentob

Cinematography

Bernard Hedges

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

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