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Ghost Town
Rock · 2009 · 12 tracks

Ghost Town

The Specials

A haunting collection of 2 Tone ska and reggae. Murky production and sharp brass capture the tension of urban decay and social unrest.

2009

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A tense, atmospheric blend of social frustration and rhythmic defiance.

Tracklist · 12 Tracks
01
Man at C & A
02
A Message to You Rudy
03
Rude Boy’s Outta Jail
04
Leave It Out
05
You’re Wondering Now
06
Running Away
07
Ghost Town
08
It’s You
09
Gangsters
10
Simmer Down (demo)
11
Too Hot
12
Rude Boy Gone to Jail (demo)
Moments Worth Waiting For
The chromatic, descending flute melody in the title track that mimics a ghost train ride.
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How does Ghost Town sound next to the rest of The Specials's catalogue?

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Brooding saturates this record notably more than the artist's norm.

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