The Specials
The Specials · 1979
43 min · 15 tracks · new wave · ska
A vibrant fusion of ska rhythms and punk energy, brimming with youthful defiance and social commentary.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady groove for dancing
- youthful energy and defiance
- short tracks for quick bursts
- social commentary with bite
Maybe skip if you want
- slow-paced introspective moments
- long, immersive listening experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1979, 'The Specials' marked the band's debut album, emerging from the UK’s late-70s ska revival scene. At this point, The Specials were gaining momentum, having already made waves with their energetic live performances and politically charged sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Madness· The Selecter· Bad Manners
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Message to You Rudy 2:53
- 2 Do the Dog 2:11
- 3 It’s Up to You 3:25
- 4 Nite Klub 3:24
- 5 Doesn’t Make It Alright 3:26
- 6 Concrete Jungle 3:21
- 7 Too Hot 3:11
- 8 Monkey Man 2:45
- 9 (Dawning of a) New Era 2:26
- 10 Blank Expression 2:44
- 11 Stupid Marriage 3:51
- 12 Too Much Too Young 2:16
- 13 Gangsters 2:46
- 14 Little Bitch 2:33
- 15 You’re Wondering Now 2:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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