THE SPECIALS LTD "Gangsters'
Fri 16 Apr · 19:00
Sub89
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The Specials Ltd. will perform their ‘Gangsters’ tour at Sub89 in Reading, paying tribute to 2-Tone legends The Specials. Tickets are available on their website.
The Specials Ltd.'Gangsters' Tour 2027
The Specials Ltd. are the world's most authentic and original tribute to 2-Tone Records Legends, The Specials.
When the original line up of The Specials split in 1981 they left behind a legacy which has been unrivaled by a single band since. The Specials formed their own 2-Tone record label which launched the recording careers of Madness, The Beat, The Bodysnatchers and The Selecter.
The Specials Ltd are an 8 piece group who recreate the passion and enthusiasm of The Specials, bringing back memories of those who were there first time around and showing younger fans what they missed.
The Specials Ltd perform classics and fan favourites such as Gangsters, Do The Dog, Message To You Rudy, Stereotype, Rat Race, Do Nothing, Monkey Man, Too Much Too Young and more.
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THE SPECIALS LTD "Gangsters' takes place on Friday, 16 April 2027 at 19:00.
THE SPECIALS LTD "Gangsters' is held at Sub89 in Reading (110-117 Friar Street, Reading, RG1 1EP).
The Specials Ltd is performing at THE SPECIALS LTD "Gangsters'.
Tickets for THE SPECIALS LTD "Gangsters' can be booked via Ticketmaster using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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The Specials Ltd. will perform their ‘Gangsters’ tour at Sub89 in Reading, paying tribute to 2-Tone legends The Specials. Tickets are available on their website.
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The Specials Ltd.'Gangsters' Tour 2027
The Specials Ltd. are the world's most authentic and original tribute to 2-Tone Records Legends, The Specials.
When the original line up of The Specials split in 1981 they left behind a legacy which has been unrivaled by a single band since. The Specials formed their own 2-Tone record label which launched the recording careers of Madness, The Beat, The Bodysnatchers and The Selecter.
The Specials Ltd are an 8 piece group who recreate the passion and enthusiasm of The Specials, bringing back memories of those who were there first time around and showing younger fans what they missed.
The Specials Ltd perform classics and fan favourites such as Gangsters, Do The Dog, Message To You Rudy, Stereotype, Rat Race, Do Nothing, Monkey Man, Too Much Too Young and more.
An AGMP Concerts presentation.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is THE SPECIALS LTD "Gangsters'?
THE SPECIALS LTD "Gangsters' takes place on Friday, 16 April 2027 at 19:00.
Where is THE SPECIALS LTD "Gangsters' taking place?
THE SPECIALS LTD "Gangsters' is held at Sub89 in Reading (110-117 Friar Street, Reading, RG1 1EP).
Who is performing at THE SPECIALS LTD "Gangsters'?
The Specials Ltd is performing at THE SPECIALS LTD "Gangsters'.
How do I get tickets for THE SPECIALS LTD "Gangsters'?
Tickets for THE SPECIALS LTD "Gangsters' can be booked via Ticketmaster using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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