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It’s Specials Day In Los Angeles Today

2006 days ago
StereogumCalling all LA-area rude boys and rude girls: Get your skank on! In the city of Los Angeles, today is officially "The Specials Day," honoring two-tone ska icons the Specials. The celebration will kick off today with an official commemorative certif... more info

The Specials’ Terry Hall reveals he was kidnapped by a pedophile ring at age 12

2123 days ago
Consequence of Sound"It’s unfortunate it happened to me, but you can’t just let it destroy your life, it’s not good.” more info

Bill's Indie Basement (2/1): the week in classic indie, college rock, and more

2123 days ago
Brooklyn VeganThis week: The Specials are back with their first album to feature Terry Hall in nearly 40 years; crucial reissues from The Cardigans, Sparks, and The Fall; plus UK psych-vets The Telescopes; and the sparkling, sophisticated pop of Le SuperHomard. Co... more info

The Specials released 'Encore,' their first LP w/ Terry Hall since 1980 (review), announce North American tour

2123 days ago
Brooklyn VeganTerry Hall's first album with The Specials in nearly 40 years is a pleasant surprise. Continue reading… more info

The Specials share "Vote for Me" from first LP w/ Terry Hall in nearly 40 years

2183 days ago
Brooklyn Vegan'Vote for Me' pretty much picks up where the final Specials' single, 1981's "Ghost Town," left off. New LP 'Encore' is out February 1. Continue reading… more info

The Specials prep first new studio LP with Terry Hall in nearly 40 years

2218 days ago
Brooklyn VeganThe Specials will release new album 'Encore' in February which will be the first Specials studio recording to feature Terry Hall since 1981's 'Ghost Town.' Continue reading… more info

The Specials announce first album of original material in 20 years, Encore

2218 days ago
Consequence of SoundThe forthcoming release marks the band's first with original vocalist Terry Hall since 1981. more info

Chrissie Hynde and Terry Hall talk contracts, band breakups ahead of Arroyo Seco Weekend

2347 days ago
L.A. Times - EntertainmentChrissie Hynde and Terry Hall have known each other since 1979, when the Pretenders frontwoman contributed backup vocals to a song from the self-titled debut by Hall’s band, the Specials. Or at least that’s when they think they met. â... more info

Chrissie Hynde and Terry Hall talk contracts, band breakups ahead of Arroyo Seco Weekend

2347 days ago
L.A. Times - Pop & HissChrissie Hynde and Terry Hall have known each other since 1979, when the Pretenders frontwoman contributed backup vocals to a song from the self-titled debut by Hall’s band, the Specials. Or at least that’s when they think they met. â... more info

Terry Hall Ripped Out Stitches During Show

3896 days ago
ContactMusicThe Specials frontman Terry Hall had to rip surgical stitches out of his tongue in the middle of a concert when his mouth locked shut and he couldn't... more info

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