Artist

Rhoda Dakar

1979-present·London

Born in Hampstead, London, in 1959, Rhoda Dakar joined the Bodysnatchers as lead singer in 1979. She sang "I Can't Stand It" with Terry Hall on More Specials, toured with the Specials in 1981, and stayed with Jerry Dammers when the band split.

The full story is in 2 Tone.

At a glance

Active
1979–present
From
London, England
Listening guide track
“The Boiler”

Listen

In the 2 Tone listening guide: “The Boiler”

In the issues

  • 2 Tone
    Supporting cast · 1979-1984 · Members

    2 Tone is a genre from Coventry, West Midlands, England, 1979–1984. Its principal artists include The Specials, The Selecter, Madness and The Beat. This issue covers 8 essential albums and 14 dated events.