Neville Staple ‎– The Rude Boy Returns

Neville Staple – The Rude Boy Returns

Best known as the iconic voice behind The Specials, Neville Staple returned in fine style with The Rude Boy Returns - a vibrant mix of ska, reggae, punk attitude, and classic rude boy spirit. Blending original material with live performances and collaborations, the album celebrates Staple’s enduring influence on British ska culture while pushing his sound into fresh territory.

The studio recordings combine infectious rhythms, socially conscious lyrics, and guest appearances from artists connected to the worlds of ska, punk, and reggae, including Mick Jones of The Clash. Tracks like “Why So Rude,” “Pressure,” and “Pick It Up” capture the upbeat energy and rebellious charm that made Staple such a defining figure of the 2 Tone movement.

Also included is a bonus live DVD recorded at the Ben Sherman 40th Birthday Party in London, featuring performances of classics including “Gangsters,” “Monkey Man,” “Rat Race,” and “Message To You Rudy,” alongside interviews and career reflections from Neville and key figures from the ska and punk scenes.

Packed with rhythm, attitude, and authentic rude boy energy, The Rude Boy Returns is an essential release for fans of ska, reggae, and the enduring legacy of 2 Tone.

Tracklist:

CD:

1. Place In Life
2. Why So Rude
3. Do Nothing
4. Pressure
5. Cow Cow Yicky
6. Pick It Up
7. Since You've Been Gone
8. Easy
9. Writing On The Wall
10. Keep On
11. Best Of What You Got
12. Yellow Star
13. Better 2 Know
14. Nachna (Indian Ska)
15. Pressure (StateSide Hombres Big Up Yaself Mix)

DVD – Recorded Live At The Ben Sherman 40th Birthday Party, London (September 2003):

1. Concrete Jungle
2. Man At C&A
3. Gangsters
4. Monkey Man
5. Little Bitch
6. Summer Down
7. Pressure Drop
8. Guns Of Naverone
9. Rat Race
10. Too Hot
11. Enjoy Yourself
12. Message To You Rudi

Special Features:

• Interviews with Neville Staple, Gary Powell, Ranking Roger, Mark Lamarr, Donovan, Hazel O'Connor, Don Letts, Pete Waterman, Norman Jay & Roddy Radiation
• Extensive career interview with Neville Staple