The Boy With The Thorn In His Side

It’s always nice to have a bit of good news…

It’s finally happening! The Specials are coming back to the States! When news of the ska legends’ reunion first made waves, it was bittersweet for those of us who aren’t fortunate to live in Merrie Olde. The band had gotten together to play some shows and festivals and reports from these performances were glowing. Granted the friction between the band and songwriter/majordomo, Jerry Dammers, has still not been rectified, this wasn’t enough to subdue the excitement surrounding the return of one of the 80s finest UK pop acts.

As a fan who never got the chance to see the band live during the heyday, I’m simply chuffed at the news that the band is playing this year’s Coachella Festival in Indio, CA. Not only that,  the band will also be playing a show at…Terminal 5! Yup, the band will be playing a show here in NYC on 21 April! Tickets go on sale this Friday so if you’re ready for some hot and heavy skankin’, you will make sure to be at Terminal 5 for what promises to be a memorable show!

“Do Nothing” by The Specials, taken from the Chysalis release, “More Specials”

Here is this year’s lineup, friends. Straight from Goldenvoice. What do we think?

A decent lineup, to be sure. It’ll be interesting to note that Amy Winehouse. Who wants to bet money that she walks in and is carried out following another aborted performance. Here’s hoping it doesn’t happen as the girl has a world of talent. I’ll comment more later!