Name: One Step Beyond
Brand: Madness

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4050538245530

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2024-02-02

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Supplier GB

Warner Music Group

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Standard:20

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4050538829204

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2021-06-10

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Madness

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New Wave / Post Punk

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BMG Rights Management, formerly known as Bertelsmann Music Group, is a global music conglomerate with a rich history in the industry. Originally formed in 1985 as a joint venture between Bertelsmann AG and RCA, BMG has since evolved into a powerhouse of music production and distribution.

In 1986, Bertelsmann acquired full ownership of RCA and Arista Records through the purchase of their joint venture's stock from General Electric. The following year, these labels were merged under the umbrella of Bertelsmann Music Group (BMG), solidifying its position as a major player in the music world.

In 2004, BMG joined forces with Sony Music to create Sony BMG Music Entertainment. However, in 2008, Bertelsmann sold its stake in the company, leading to the formation of BMG Rights Management. Today, BMG continues to thrive as a leading record label and distributor worldwide.

Madness are an English ska band from Camden Town, London, that formed in 1976. They were one of the most prominent bands of the late 1970s and early 1980s 2 Tone ska revival. With their most recognized line-up of seven members, they continue to perform and have achieved great success throughout their career.

Madness reached the peak of their success in the early to mid-1980s. Alongside UB40, they spent a remarkable 214 weeks on the UK singles charts during that decade. This record held for the most weeks spent by a group in the 1980s UK singles charts. Notably, Madness accomplished this feat within a shorter time period from 1980 to 1986.

In 1988, some members embarked on individual projects but eventually reunited with Madness to continue creating their unique brand of ska music.

Madness were at the forefront of the UK ska revival at the end of the 70s, very much a regional thing. Madness were very London and they soon shed the two-tone image and became one of the most consistent UK chart groups of the following decade. This debut shows both sides, from the excellent blue beat signature tune 'chipmunks are go!' and a first class cover of Prince Buster's 'One Step Beyond' to their own masterful pop, and in particular the highly polished 'My Girl'.

2CD -&nbsp;The special 2CD reissue includes 18 bonus tracks (including demos, B-sides and BBC John Peel&nbsp;Session tracks) alongside brand new liner notes which include interviews with founder Madness&nbsp;members Chrissyboy Foreman, Mike Barson, Mark Bedford and Daniel Woodgate.

One Step Beyond

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