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 The Specials (also known as The Special AKA) is an English “2 Tone” ska revival band formed in 1977 in Coventry, England. Their music combines a danceable ska beat with punk’s energy, underpinned by an informed political and social stance. The group was formed by songwriter/keyboardist Jerry Dammers, with Terry Hall (vocals), Lynval Golding (guitar, vocals) and a rhythm section featuring Horace Panter (bass) and John Bradbury (drums; born 16 February 1953, died 28 December 2015). The band wore mod-style 1960s period "rude boy" outfits (pork pie hats, mohair suits, and loafers).
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United Kingdom, Coventry - England |
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First Line-up: Terry Hall (vocals, co-songwriting), Jerry Dammers (keyboards, main songwriter), Lynval Golding (rhythm guitar, vocals), Neville Staple (toasting, backing vocals, percussion), Roddy Byers (lead guitar), Horace Panter (bass guitar), and John Bradbury (drums) |
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