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A new documentary sheds light on the true story behind The Beat Girl. It's an image instantly familiar to anyone connected to the ska world:

“Seemingly lifted from a reprinted photograph in a 1979 report by Melody Maker on the ska revival and 2-tone, the cartoon was sculpted by Hunt Emerson, and based on a fascinating young woman.

Brigitte Bond – also known as Brigitte Saint John / Brigitte St. John – was a huge ska fan, who went on to record for UK label Blue Beat. She was also a trans pioneer, and her ultimate fate remains a mystery.

The new documentary was pieced together by Miss Upsetter, a film maker and designer whose work is well worth checking out.

The film is fascinating – a 30 minute deep-dive into ska, and the life of a true original: Brigitte Bond.”