Tuesday, December 29, 2015

John Bradbury / The Specials, dies aged 62


John Bradbury of the Specials dies aged 62


Bradbury, the multi-instrumentalist and key component of the 2 Tone sound, was drumming ‘powerhouse’ who played with the Specials for more than four decades.

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John “Brad” Bradbury, the drummer with 2 Tone group the Specials, has died aged 62. The band announced the news of his death on 29 December via Twitter.

It is with deep regret that we say goodbye to our great friend, the world's greatest drummer, our beloved Brad. RIP

A statement released by the Coventry band’s spokesperson praised the musician’s influence on the 2 Tone scene. “Brad’s drumming was the powerhouse behind the Specials, and it was seen as a key part to the 2 Tone sound.”

The multi-instrumentalist and producer joined the Special AKA, who had a top 10 hit with Free Nelson Mandela, after the Specials’ original lineup disbanded in 1979.

“He was much respected in the world of drumming, and his style of reggae and ska was seen as genuinely ground-breaking when the Specials first hit the charts in 1979,” the statement continued. “He was an integral part of the Specials re-forming in 2008, and [he] toured with them extensively up to the present day. His contribution to the world of music can not be understated and he will much missed by family, friends and fans alike.”

During his career, Bradbury was also a member of soul group JB’s Allstars and Selecter. He performed with the Specials until his death.

John "Brad" Bradbury (16 February 1953 – 28 December 2015)

R.I.P.

http://www.theguardian.com/music/2015/dec/29/john-bradbury-of-the-specials-dies-ages-62

http://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-35194738

http://www.itv.com/news/2015-12-29/specials-drummer-john-bradbury-dies-aged-62/

http://www.standard.co.uk/news/the-specials-drummer-john-bradbury-dies-aged-62-a3145646.html

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/music/news/john-bradbury-specials-drummer-dies-aged-62/

Saturday, March 14, 2015

The Specials / Vive Latino, Mexico (13/03/2015)




Set List:

01 (Dawning Of A) New Era
02 Gangsters
03 Monkey Man
04 Blank Expression
05 Rat Race
06 Doesn't Make It Alright
07 Concrete Jungle
08 Friday Night, Saturday Morning
09 Ghost Town
10 Do Nothing
11 Stereotype
12 Man At C & A
13 A Message To You Rudy
14 Nite Klub
15 Too Much Too Young

Photos:

http://www.tono.tv/fotos-the-specials-en-el-vive-latino-2015/

Review:

http://gritaradio.com/resena-the-specials-en-vive-latino-2015/

Interview:

www.youtube.com/watch?v=wY71905PcwQ

Friday, January 23, 2015

The Specials / Special Edition CD Remasters (30/03/2015)



3 x 2CD SPECIAL EDITION REMASTERS OF THE ALBUMS:

“SPECIALS”, “MORE SPECIALS” & “IN THE STUDIO”

WITH ADDITIONAL RARE BONUS MATERIAL, NON-ALBUM SINGLES, EP’S & B-SIDES,
NEW EXTENSIVE SLEEVENOTES,
PREVIOUSLY UNSEEN CHALKIE DAVIES’ PHOTOS AND NEW ALBUM COVERS

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CD 1: ORIGINAL ALBUM
1. “Gangsters”
2. “A Message To You, Rudy”
3. “Do The Dog”
4. “It’s Up To You”
5. “Nite Klub”
6. “Doesn’t Make It Alright”
7. “Concrete Jungle”
8. “Too Hot”
9. “Monkey Man”
10. “(Dawning Of A) New Era”
11. “Blank Expression”
12. “Stupid Marriage”
13. “Too Much Too Young”
14. “Little Bitch”
15. “You’re Wondering Now”

CD 2: EXTRA SPECIALS
Too Much Too Young EP (live) by The Special AKA:
1. “Too Much Too Young”
2. “Guns Of Navarone”
3. “Skinhead Symphony”
a) “Long Shot Kick The Bucket”
b) “Liquidator”
c) “Skinhead Moon Stomp”
BBC In Concert At the Paris Theatre (15/12/79) by The Specials:
1. “(Dawning Of A) New Era”
2. “Do The Dog”
3. “Rat Race”
4. “Blank Expression”
5. “Rude Buoys Outa Jail”
6. “Concrete Jungle”
7. “Too Much Too Young”
8. “Guns Of Navarone”
9. Nite Klub”
10. “Gangsters”
11. Medley:
a) “Long Shot Kick The Bucket”
b) “Skinhead Moonstomp”


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CD 1: ORIGINAL ALBUM
1. “Enjoy Yourself (It’s Later Than You Think)”
2. “Man At C&A”
3. “Hey, Little Rich Girl”
4. “Do Nothing”
5. “Pearl’s CafĂ©”
6. “Sock It To ‘Em J.B.”
7. “Stereotypes/Stereotypes – Pt. 2″
8. “Holiday Fortnight”
9. “I Can’t Stand It”
10. “International Jet Set”
11. “Enjoy Yourself (Reprise)”

CD 2: MORE EXTRA SPECIALS
Singles, b-sides and rarities by The Specials:
1. “Rat Race”
2. “Rude Buoys Outa Jail”
3. “Stereotypes Pts.1 & 2″ (John Peel session)
4. “International Jet Set” (single version)
5. “Rude Boys Outa Jail” (version) (featuring Neville Staples aka Judge Roughneck)
6. “Do Nothing” (single version) (featuring Rico with the Ice Rink String Sounds)
7. “Maggie’s Farm”
8. “Raquel”
9. “Why?” (extended version)
10. “Friday Night, Saturday Morning”
11. “Ghost Town” (full version)
12. “Sea Cruise” (John Peel session) (featuring Rico)
13. “You’re Wondering Now” (Kid Jensen session)

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CD1: ORIGINAL ALBUM
1. “Bright Lights”
2. “Lonely Crowd”
3. “What I Like Most About You Is Your Girlfriend”
4. “House Bound”
5. “Night On The Tiles”
6. “Nelson Mandela”
7. “War Crimes”
8. “Racist Friend”
9. “Alcohol”
10. “Break Down The Door”

CD2:
Rarities by The Special AKA:
1. “The Boiler” (Rhoda and The Special AKA )
2. “Can’t Get A Break”
3. “Jungle Music” (Rico and The Special AKA )
BBC Peel Session 12/09/83 by The Special AKA:
4. “Lonely Crowd”
5. “Alcohol”
6. “Bright Lights”
Instrumentals by The Special AKA:
7. “Break Down The Door”
8. “Racist Friend”
9. “War Crimes”
10. “Theme From The Boiler”
11. “Bright Lights”
12. “Nelson Mandela”

Release Date: 30th March 2015

http://louderthanwar.com/the-specials-annoucw-3-x-2cd-special-edition-remasters-of-the-albums/