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The Specials are an iconic English band formed in Coventry in 1977, widely credited as the pioneers of the 2 Tone ska revival movement.Formed by songwriter/keyboardist Jerry Dammers in Coventry, England, in 1977.Released the influential single 'Gangsters' on their own 2 Tone label in 1979, kickstarting the movement.Their self-titled debut album (1979) became a landmark, blending ska, rocksteady, punk energy, and socially conscious lyrics addressing racism, unemployment, and youth alienation.A...