Live in Europe Exclusive!

Recorded at various locations, Live In Europe is the ultimate live experience for any fans of The Beat. This CD was recorded for immediate release as a free mp3 download and everyone is encouraged to share these songs. Check back frequently for new free mp3 download CDs including full studio albums and rarities.

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 Paul Collins’ Beat

The Beat was founded by Paul Collins, who spent his pre-teens living in Greece, Vietnam and Europe before returning to his native New York. He studied at the prestigious Julliard Music School and eventually moved to San Francisco where he joined songwriter Jack Lee and bassist Peter Case to form The Nerves in 1974. The Nerves proved to be one of the pioneers of the burgeoning US punk rock scene, independently releasing their own 4 song EP which included the classic “Hanging on the Telephone,” later to become a hit for Blondie.

After The Nerves disbanded in 1977, Collins moved to LA and formed The Beat with bassist Steve Huff, drummer Mike Ruiz and lead guitarist Larry Whitman. Their friend Eddie Money recommended The Beat for management by legendary concert promoter Bill Graham. Under new management, The Beat toured with The Police, The Jam and Joe Jackson. They also made numerous TV appearances and recorded their debut self-titled album with producer Bruce Botnick (who had produced The Doors). The album featured Beatles and Byrds-influenced guitars and catchy choruses, defining the skinny-tied power pop which The Knack took to the charts. In the ’90s, The Beat re-formed as Paul Collins’ Beat and continues to write and tour.

NEW ALBUM! Special Advance Sale !!

Ribbon of Gold is the follow-up album to 2007's Flying High. The new album features 10 new songs produced in Sweden by Chips Kiesby, known for his work with The Hellacopters and The Nomads.
Rockindiana will be releasing Ribbon of Gold on March 24, 2008. Click here to read the Press Release

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FLYING HIGH! Buy The Critically Acclaimed 2007 Studio Album

After 12 years, the new full-length album is finally here. The CD is entitled Flying High and features 12 all-new songs that were written during various points of Paul’s life. The standard edition of Flying High, is now available through our online store and can be found at most retail stores around the world. Autographed copies of "Flying High" are available for purchase exclusively through our online store. Both versions of the CD include the same songs. Click here for more information

CD REISSUES! Buy Classic Paul Collins' Beat!

Wounded Bird Records have released CD reissues of The Beat's early albums from 1979-1985. Each disc includes bonus tracks and new liner notes. These CDs can be purchased online or found at fine music retail stores worldwide.
Click here to shop at Wounded Bird Records!

SOUTH BY SOUTHWEST The Beat SXSW 2008!

Click here for Photos, Blog, Videos, Reviews and Show info of SXSW 2008!