The “One Step Beyond…” Years (1979-1980)

One Step Beyond…

One Step Beyond…

The French edition of One Step Beyond…, the debut album by British ska band Madness, offers an intriguing snapshot of international music distribution in the late 1970s. Released in 1979, the same year as the original UK edition, this vinyl LP ...

Country: France

Catalogue: 940 822

Released: October 19, 1979

マッドネス・ザ・ベスト

マッドネス・ザ・ベスト

The Madness album, released by Victor Records in Japan in 1983, is a unique compilation exclusive to the Japanese market. It features a mix of popular and lesser-known tracks that showcase the band’s evolving sound in the early 1980s. Notable ...

Country: Japan

Catalogue: VIL-6060 / STIFF 6060 / GHS-4003

Released: April 23, 1983

Work Rest and Play

Work Rest and Play

With unwavering determination, Dave Robinson, the driving force behind Madness's success, deftly maneuvered to extract yet another single from the album. Not content with merely capitalizing on past achievements, Robinson's astute business ...

Country: Portugal

Catalogue: BUY 71 NP

Released: May 17, 1980

One Step Beyond…

One Step Beyond…

"One Step Beyond" is a tune written by Jamaican ska singer Prince Buster as a B-side for his 1964 single "Al Capone". Although Buster's version was mostly instrumental except for the song title shouted a few times, the Madness version features ...

Country: Netherlands

Catalogue: BUY 56

Released: November 24, 1979

Complete Madness

Complete Madness

Complete Madness, the first greatest hits album, was a monumental success that resonated across the UK. Issued on April 23, 1982, it featured Madness's biggest hits from their first three studio albums and stand-alone singles. The album's ...

Country: United Kingdom

Catalogue: HIT-TV1

Released: April 23, 1982

The Prince

The Prince

Outside of their rapidly growing following, the first thing most of us heard about Madness was their single “The Prince,” which was the second release on Jerry Dammers’ label, Two Tone. Having hooked up with The Special AKA in the summer of ...

Country: Germany

Catalogue: 6155 263

Released: August 10, 1979

One Step Beyond…

One Step Beyond…

"One Step Beyond" is a tune written by Jamaican ska singer Prince Buster as a B-side for his 1964 single "Al Capone". Although Buster's version was mostly instrumental except for the song title shouted a few times, the Madness version features ...

Country: France

Catalogue: 640 177

Released: October 26, 1979

One Step Beyond…

One Step Beyond…

In 1979, a re-energized take on a 1964 Jamaican B-side would become one of the most iconic and enduring tracks of the UK ska revival. Madness’s “One Step Beyond…” wasn’t just their breakthrough—it was a mission statement. Built on the bones of ...

Country: United Kingdom

Catalogue: BUY 56

Released: October 26, 1979

Barco Nocturno Hacia El Cairo

Barco Nocturno Hacia El Cairo

With unwavering determination, Dave Robinson, the driving force behind Madness's success, deftly maneuvered to extract yet another single from the album. Not content with merely capitalizing on past achievements, Robinson's astute business ...

Country: Spain

Catalogue: MO 1941

Released: May 17, 1980

The Best Of Madness

The Best Of Madness

The Best of Madness, released by Musart Records in Mexico around 1983, is a rare and highly sought-after compilation album that highlights Madness’s early hits. Tailored specifically for the Mexican market, this album captures the band’s ...

Country: Mexico

Catalogue: EDI-60735

Released: April 23, 1983

Madness, By Mike

Madness, By Mike

Dive into this exclusive six-track compilation EP, a must for hardcore collectors. This special collection highlights some of Madness’ greatest songs penned by Mike Barson, spanning decades of the band’s legendary career—from the iconic 1979 ...

Country: Worldwide

Catalogue: MAD-BUY-01

Released: April 25, 2025

One Step Beyond…

One Step Beyond…

The 2019 Record Store Day (RSD) release of Madness's "One Step Beyond" is a 7" shaped picture disc that celebrates the band’s 40th anniversary since forming in 1976 in Camden Town, North London. Launched on April 13, 2019, as part of the annual ...

Country: United Kingdom, Europe

Catalogue: BMGCAT356PIC

Released: April 13, 2019

Tarzan’s Nuts

Tarzan’s Nuts

With unwavering determination, Dave Robinson, the driving force behind Madness's success, deftly maneuvered to extract yet another single from the album. Not content with merely capitalizing on past achievements, Robinson's astute business ...

Country: Netherlands

Catalogue: 4338

Released: May 17, 1980

グレイテスト・マッドネス

グレイテスト・マッドネス

Complete Madness, the first greatest hits album, was a monumental success that resonated across the UK. Issued on April 23, 1982, it featured Madness's biggest hits from their first three studio albums and stand-alone singles. The album's ...

Country: Japan

Catalogue: VIP-6708 / HIT-TV1

Released: August 23, 1982

Madness Live Set List – C’Est La Vie Tour 2024

Madness Live Set List – C’Est La Vie Tour 2024

Stream all the songs from our 2024 C’est La Vie summer tour and relive every unforgettable moment. Enjoy the complete playlist, featuring all the hits and hidden gems that made the tour special. Start streaming now and let the summer vibes take ...

Country: Worldwide

Released: July 17, 2024

Work Rest and Play

Work Rest and Play

With unwavering determination, Dave Robinson, the driving force behind Madness's success, deftly maneuvered to extract yet another single from the album. Not content with merely capitalizing on past achievements, Robinson's astute business ...

Country: Italy

Catalogue: ZPGSF 33402

Released: May 17, 1980

It Must Be Love

It Must Be Love

It Must Be Love was released as a standalone single on November 23, 1981. It reached #4 on the UK singles chart and appeared on their UK number one compilation album Complete Madness the following year and on many other Madness compilations ...

Country: United Kingdom

Catalogue: OG 9826

Released: November 15, 1988

Madness, By Suggs

Madness, By Suggs

Check out this exclusive six-track compilation EP—a must for hardcore collectors. This special release showcases some of Madness’ standout tracks written by Suggs, spanning decades of the band’s iconic career. From the 1980 classic Night Boat ...

Country: Worldwide

Catalogue: MAD-BUY-2

Released: April 25, 2025

My Girl

My Girl

My Girl was released in 1979 as the lead track from their debut album, "One Step Beyond...". The song became one of Madness's signature hits and is often regarded as one of their most iconic songs. Mike Barson was working driving a van and ...

Country: Belgium

Catalogue: 640.183

Released: January 19, 1980

アズ・ナッティ・ボーイズ

アズ・ナッティ・ボーイズ

Despite the allure of the 2-TONE sound, which originated from The Specials and Madness, its influence was overshadowed by a pervasive fashion trend that permeated Japan last summer. This fashion, born from the music, became a mere formality, ...

Country: Japan

Catalogue: VIP-5907 / STIFF-5907

Released: May 15, 1981

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