Description
The Specials – Encore – Double Red Vinyl Record
The Specials – Encore represents the triumphant return of the British ska band The Specials with their highly anticipated album released in 2019. This album, their first new studio release in nearly two decades, marked a significant moment for both the band and their dedicated fanbase.
Featuring a compelling mix of ska, reggae, punk, and new wave influences, Encore delivers a potent musical experience that stays true to The Specials’ iconic sound while also showcasing their evolution as artists. With tracks like “Vote for Me,” “Embarrassed by You,” and “Breaking Point,” the album offers a captivating blend of infectious rhythms and socially conscious lyrics.
Thematically, Encore addresses contemporary issues with candor and urgency, tackling topics such as political disillusionment, social injustice, and the resurgence of far-right ideologies. In doing so, The Specials continue their tradition of using music as a platform for activism and social commentary.
Encore received widespread acclaim from both fans and critics, reaffirming The Specials’ enduring relevance and influence in the music industry. The album’s release was accompanied by a successful tour, further solidifying the band’s status as legends of the ska and punk music scenes.
The Specials – Encore represents a powerful comeback for the band, offering a potent mix of infectious rhythms, socially conscious lyrics, and timeless ska energy that resonates with audiences old and new.
Limited Edition on red vinyl. Includes download voucher. Comes with a 4 pages 12″ foldout including lyrics, photos and credits.
Brand new, never played and still in the factory plastic
Gatefold Jacket with embossed cover
Track Listing
Black Skin Blue Eyed Boys
B.L.M.
Vote For Me
The Lunatics
Breaking Point
Blam Blam Fever
10 Commandments
Embarrassed By You
The Life And Times (Of A Man Called Depression)
We Sell Hope
Gangsters
A Message To You, Rudy
Nite Klub
Friday Night, Saturday Morning
Stereotype
Redemption Song
Monkey Man
Too Much Too Young
Enjoy Yourself (It’s Later Than You Think)
Ghost Town
All The Time In The World
