The Specials

The Specials (sometimes called The Special AKA) are an English "2 Tone" ska revival bandformed 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 <span title="Unknown artist" class="bbcode_unknown">Horace Panter</span> (bass) and John Bradbury (drums).