"The Beat ft Ranking Jnr" refers to a current line-up of the band The Beat featuring Ranking Jnr, the son of original member Ranking Roger. The band, a key part of the late 1970s and 1980s UK ska revival, continues to tour and perform their classic hits alongside new material. Ranking Jnr now performs as the lead singer, following in his father's footsteps after his death in 2019.

About the band: The Beat, originally formed in Birmingham, is known for a mix of ska, reggae, punk, and pop melodies. Their hit singles include "Tears of a Clown" and "Mirror in the Bathroom".

The new line-up: After the passing of co-founder Ranking Roger in 2019, his son, Matthew Murphy (also known as Ranking Jnr), took over as the lead vocalist.

The live show: The current touring act, "The Beat ft. Ranking Jnr," delivers a high-energy performance of the band's classic songs, and it has been noted to have a diverse audience of both longtime fans and newer listeners.

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