Opening 2-Tone Central Gig Sold Out

Last updated : 29 September 2010 By Covsupport News Service

The opening gig at 2-Tone Central on Saturday night has completely sold out.

All tickets have now been snapped up and there will be none available on the door.

2-Tone Central, a museum, themed cafe and live venue, all dedicated to the ska phenomenon that was originally created in Coventry in the late 70's by Jerry Dammers, will open its black and white doors to music fans on Saturday October 2nd with 2-Tone legends, Neville Staple (The Specials), Ranking Roger (The Beat) and Pauline Black (The Selecter).



With support from local heroes The Pockets, and DJ Trevor Evans. The night promises to be pretty special, and tickets have as expected sold out.

The venue/museum/cafe is based at Coventry University Students' Union, Priory Street, and reflects their commitment to Coventry's heritage, culture and diversity. Band like The Specials and The Selecter have created a massive legacy over its 30 years existence, and it's here that all aspects of it will be celebrated.

To hear about 2-Tone Central with Pete Chambers, Andy Mac, Pauline Black and Roddy Byers, listen to Vic Minett's show from two hours in by clicking on http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/p00b60g7/Vic_Minett_29_09_2010