The Specials announce their final album 'Live From The Cathedral'
The lead single 'Gangsters: Live From The Cathedral' is out now
The band that brought us the Number 1 track 'Ghost Town' back in 1981, The Specials, have announced their final album.
After appearing on the music scene in the late 70s, The Specials have released nine studio albums over the years, including seven UK Top 10 songs. The band have now revealed that 'Live From The Cathedral' will be released in July.
The band's latest album, will also be their last, following the sad passing of Terry Hall, who died at the age of 63 in 2022. The album captures their performances at the ruins of Coventry Cathedral back in 2019.
Speaking about their 2019 performances, band members Lynval Golding and Horace Panter said: "The four nights at the Cathedral were more than just concerts. They had the feel of a homecoming, a massive celebration.
"A celebration not just about a band but about the connection between the music and the city, a religious experience, given the venue. For us, they were some of the most memorable and emotional shows we have ever played, and these recordings serve as a fitting tribute to, and celebration of, our wonderful and brilliant friend Terry."
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What is the tracklist?
24 songs have been announced for the new album, see the full list of songs below.
- 'Man at C&A'
- 'Rat Race'
- 'Vote for Me'
- 'Friday Night, Saturday Morning'
- 'Embarrassed by You'
- 'Blank Expression'
- 'It Doesn’t Make It Alright'
- 'The Lunatics'
- 'Do Nothing'
- 'Blam Blam Fever'
- 'A Message to You Rudy'
- 'Stereotype'
- '10 Commandments'
- 'Nite Klub'
- 'Do the Dog'
- 'Concrete Jungle'
- 'Monkey Man'
- 'Gangsters'
- 'Too Much Too Young'
- 'B.L.M.'
- 'We Sell Hope'
- 'Ghost Town'
- 'Breaking Point'
- 'You’re Wondering Now'
What formats is the album available on?
When 'Live At The Cathedral' is released it will be available on LP and CD, in different versions. There will be a Standard 3LP, D2C Exclusive 3LP, 2CD and 6CD Boxset.
When will it be released?
The album will be released on 10th July 2026, the lead single from the album 'Gangsters' has already been released.
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Release date: 10th July
The band that brought us the Number 1 track 'Ghost Town' back in 1981, The Specials, have announced their final album 'Live From The Cathedral'. The album captures their performances at the ruins of Coventry Cathedral back in 2019.
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