The Specials/The Fun Boy Three/Terry Hall

Описание

The Specials (sometimes called The Special AKA) are an English 2 Tone ska revival band formed in 1977 in Coventry, England.[1] Their music combines a "danceable ska and rocksteady beat with punk's energy and attitude", and had a "more focused and informed political and social stance" than other ska groups. The group was formed by songwriter/keyboardist Jerry Dammers, with Terry Hall (vocals), Lynval Golding (guitar, vocals) and a rhythm section. The band wore mod-style "1960s period rude boy outfits (pork pie hats, tonic and mohair suits, and loafers)."[2] In 1979, the song "Too Much Too Young", the lead track on their The Special AKA Live! EP, reached number one in the UK.[3] In 1981, the unemployment-themed single "Ghost Town" single also hit number one in the UK Singles Chart.[1] After seven consecutive UK Top 10 singles between 1979 and 1981, the band broke up.[1] In 2008, it was announced that the band would reform and embark on a 30th anniversary tour in 2009.[4] As of 2010, they are touring America and Europe.[5]