Inspecter 7's sound employs all three waves of Ska (Traditional, 2-Tone and… Read Full Bio ↴Inspecter 7's sound employs all three waves of Ska (Traditional, 2-Tone and 3rd Wave) and many outside influences spanning from Jazz to Oi!. This is easy to understand when you see the diverse line-up of band members, and easy to pick out when you hear their music. From hard stomping ragers to traditional instrumentals to swinging dance tunes, Inspecter 7's sound has something for every fan of Ska, and even those not so familiar with the music.

A brief History...
New Brunswick, NJ... the early 90's: A bastion for underground music lives in this unsuspecting town, be it Hard-core, Punk, Funk, Alternative, or Reggae... there is a definite absence of one particular type of music in the "Hub City" (and in NJ in general) - that music is Ska. Late 1992... a ragtag group of Mods and Ska enthusiasts gathered in the basement of the infamous "Gingerbread House" on Welton Street, to have some beers, to jam, and to add life to the dormant Jersey Ska scene. This led to the birth of Agent 86, who played their first show at the Brighton Bar, in Long Branch, NJ. Several years, line-up (and name) changes later, Inspecter 7 was born. For 2 years Inspecter 7's following consisted of area punks, rudies, skins and mods, as well as the regulars of New Brunswick's and Asbury Park's most prominent watering holes.

Sunday May 15, 1994... Inspecter 7 kicked in the door of the New York City Ska scene when they played at Radical record's sold-out two day Oi! / Skampilation show at The Grand. This performance provided them with their first release - a live track recorded at the show. Inspecter 7 have since become the only band to have been featured on all three volumes of the Oi! / Skampilation series. Inspecter 7's music has since been included on several compilations on Moon Ska and Eyeball Records. Coincidentally, things not only began to take off for Inspecter 7 but also for Ska as a musical genre.

1995 and beyond... Inspecter 7 signed to NYC's Radical Records and began extensive east coast touring. They have shared the stage with Bad Manners, The Special Beat, The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, The Business, Mephaskapheles, The Skatalites, and countless others. They toured nationally with Moon Recording artists The Skoidats and will be embarking on another national tour this spring. Last September, their full-length debut The Infamous hit the streets. The Infamous was produced by Thom Panunzio who has worked with such legends as The Revrend Horton Heat, U2, David Bowie, and Iggy Pop. The Alternative Press Magazine just earmarked Inspecter 7 as a band to watch in 1998 in their fabulous ska issue ... see you at the show.

One Step Beyond
Inspecter 7 Lyrics

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Hey you, don't watch that,
Watch this!
This is the heavy heavy monster sound
The nutsiest sound around
So if you've come in off the street
And you're beginning to feel the heat
Well listen buster
You'd better to start to move your feet

To the rockin'est, rock-steady beat

Of Madness
One step beyond

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Inspecter 7's song, One Step Beyond, encourage the listener to let loose and dance to the electrifying beats of Madness. The opening lines urge the audience to pay attention and focus on the music, claiming that the upcoming sound is the "heavy heavy monster sound." The song sets the tone for a wild party atmosphere by telling the audience that they are in for a crazy ride with the "nutsiest sound around." As the song progresses, the lyrics playfully order the audience to start moving their feet and join the "rockin'est, rock-steady beat" of Madness. The ultimate message of the song is that it is time to let go of your worries and dance "one step beyond" what you previously thought was possible.

One of the most interesting facts about the song is that it was originally released in 1979 by the British band Madness. Inspecter 7's version was released in 1997, showcasing the enduring popularity and influence of the original track. Additionally, One Step Beyond became a hit in the United States after being used in a commercial for a video game in the early 2000s. The song has also been featured in numerous movies, television shows, and commercials over the years. Interestingly, despite its upbeat tone and party atmosphere, One Step Beyond is sometimes interpreted as a commentary on the psychological toll of the pressures of conformity and consumer culture.

The chords for Inspecter 7's version of One Step Beyond are as follows:

Intro: A, D
Verse: A, D, (A), D
Chorus: G, A, D

Line by Line Meaning

Hey you, don't watch that,
Hey you, don't pay attention to what you're currently watching,

Watch this!
Look at this instead!

This is the heavy heavy monster sound
This is a powerful and unique type of music

The nutsiest sound around
The craziest and most intense sound you'll hear

So if you've come in off the street
If you've just arrived at this party or event

And you're beginning to feel the heat
If you're starting to feel the energy and excitement of the music

Well listen buster
Listen up, mister

You'd better to start to move your feet
You should start dancing

To the rockin'est, rock-steady beat
To the most thrilling and steady rhythm

Of Madness
Of this specific style of music by the band Madness

One step beyond
This is a call to go beyond your usual limits and dance to the fullest

Writer(s): Cecil Campbell

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Comments from YouTube:

TheLuckyy7

10y↑33

"Donnie couldn't drink water fast enough..."

John Jacob Astor

25w

GJP 120 sages of Mosaic took their one step beyond...ask your local Rabbi!!!

Thomas Kalisch

10y

I remember Tarvis. Hell yeah! his finger was broke. Worked a place in ww. NJ. Keith. Now my leg busted! Got hit by a car!! INSPECTOR 7 come play in NJ never forget where you got start! The beat goes on !