The Specials
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With so much hatred circulating throughout the world lately, it makes sense that our hearts are heavy with sadness, fear, and confusion. An even stronger racial divide has revealed itself in a new wave of modern extremists, which is why the return of the Specials feels so pointedly... special. Though the band’s current lineup only contains three original members, the cultural contributions they represent are still wholly relevant. The Specials revived and popularized 2 Tone ska with chart-topping hits like "Ghost Town," but there are more important aspects to the group’s legacy. As former principal songwriter and keyboardist Jerry Dammers put it, the Specials were formed with the specific intention of promoting anti-racism and racial integration by bringing Black and white musicians together. There couldn't be a better message for the world today.
by Cervante Pope
by Cervante Pope