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Rhoda With The Special A.K.A.
1,112 listeners
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Rico & The Special A.K.A.
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The Higsons
10,450 listeners
The Higsons were an English funk-punk band popular in the United Kingdom in the 1980s. Founded in the 1980s at the University of East Angli… read moreThe Higsons were an English funk-punk band popular in the United Kingdom in the 1980s. Founded in the 1980s at the University of East Anglia in Norwich, The Higsons' first recordings to be released were on the Norwich - A Fine City … read moreThe Higsons were an English funk-punk band popular in the United Kingdom in the 1980s. Founded in the 1980s at the University of East Anglia in Norwich, The Higsons' first recordings to be released were on the Norwich - A Fine City compilation album, where they came to the attention of John … read more
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The Swinging Cats
10,442 listeners
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bluekilla
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Established in 1985 Bluekilla have played more than 400 concerts in 11 European countries plus Australia. The sound of Bluekilla is describ… read moreEstablished in 1985 Bluekilla have played more than 400 concerts in 11 European countries plus Australia. The sound of Bluekilla is described basically as classical two-tone ska with some old style ska and reggae dancehall influences. An… read moreEstablished in 1985 Bluekilla have played more than 400 concerts in 11 European countries plus Australia. The sound of Bluekilla is described basically as classical two-tone ska with some old style ska and reggae dancehall influences. An essential cornerstone in the history of the band was a smal… read more
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The Special A.K.A.
28,142 listeners
Usually credited as The Special AKA. Jerry Dammers Keyboards John Bradbury Drums John Shipley Guitar Gary McManus Bass… read moreUsually credited as The Special AKA. Jerry Dammers Keyboards John Bradbury Drums John Shipley Guitar Gary McManus Bass Rhoda Dakar Vocals Egidio Newton Vocals By October 1981, constant touring and differ… read moreUsually credited as The Special AKA. Jerry Dammers Keyboards John Bradbury Drums John Shipley Guitar Gary McManus Bass Rhoda Dakar Vocals Egidio Newton Vocals By October 1981, constant touring and differences over musical direction saw The Specials original lineu… read more
