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Ranking Roger, born Roger Charlery, performs with The English Beat in San Bernardino, California, on May 28, 1983. Charlery died March 26, 2019 in Birmingham, U.K. Paul Natkin/Getty Images hide caption

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Ranking Roger, Frontman For The English Beat, Dies At 56

March 27, 2019 • In the late '70s, Ranking Roger left punk rock to join The Beat — later known as The English Beat. His presence helped it become one of the most unforgettable bands of the '80s.

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World Cafe

The English Beat On World Cafe

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October 29, 2018 • Dave Wakeling is still touring like a man 30 years his younger. He recently recorded a new studio album, Here We Go Love.

The English Beat On World Cafe

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Out Of Industrial Wasteland, The English Beat Was Born

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Out Of Industrial Wasteland, The English Beat Was Born

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October 1, 2012 • Ed Ward reviews the reissued catalog from the multiracial, multi-generational ska band.

Out Of Industrial Wasteland, The English Beat Was Born

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