Book Club - Daniel Rachel author of Too Much Too Young: The 2 Tone Records Story

Book Club - Daniel Rachel author of Too Much Too Young: The 2 Tone Records Story

The Hustle · 2024-10-26
01:02:24

Ska Week concludes with author Daniel Rachel and our discussion on his fantastic new book, Too Much Too Young: The 2 Tone Records Story. This essential document tells the story of one of the most revolutionary record labels created to release some of the most revolutionary music ever made. Created by Jerry Dammers in the late 70s, 2 Tone was meant to be a safe place for interracial bands like the Specials and the Selecter to release the hottest ska music happening at the time. Eventually, the label launched other legends like Madness and the English Beat as well, but only lasted a few years. This discussion gets deep on the issues of race and class and how they play a part in the story. The book is as incredible as the movement and music itself. Enjoy!

www.akashicbooks.com/catalog/too-much-too-young-the-2-tone-record-story/www.patreon.com/c/thehustlepod

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