Now in the shop: Dance Craze - a classic document of the UK 2 tone ska movement

Released in 1981 as the soundtrack to the Dance Craze documentary, this album captures the scene exactly as it was meant to be experienced: loud, fast, and packed dance floors. Recorded live across the UK, it features performances from The Specials, Madness, The Selecter, The Beat, Bad Manners, and The Bodysnatchers at the height of their powers.

Part concert album, part time capsule, Dance Craze pulls together punk energy, ska rhythms, and sharp social commentary into one nonstop set. An essential record for anyone into ska, punk, or British music history.

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