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Oct 4, 2025

Pete

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Pete has published a news story:

On This Day October 4 1980 – More Specials Was Released by The Specials.

On this day October 4 1980, More Specials by The Specials was released. It was the band’s second studio album and a bold departure from the ska punk sound that had defined their debut, incorporating lounge music, reggae, new wave, and experimental influences to create a more complex and ambitious record.

The album included tracks such as Do Nothing, Stereotype, and International Jet Set, each showcasing the...

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