09. "The Life And Times (Of A Man Called Depression)"
10. "We Sell Hope"
Disc 02
01. "Gangsters (Live At Le Bataclan, Paris / 2014)"
02. "A Message To You Rudy (Live At Le Bataclan, Paris / 2014)"
03. "Nite Klub (Live At The Troxy, London / 2016)"
04. "Friday Night, Saturday Morning (Live At Le Bataclan, Paris / 2014)"
05. "Stereotype (Live At Le Bataclan, Paris / 2014)"
06. "Redemption Song (Live At The Troxy, London / 2016)"
07. "Monkey Man (Live At Le Bataclan, Paris / 2014)"
08. "Too Much Too Young (Live At The Troxy, London / 2016)"
09. "Enjoy Yourself (It's Later Than You Think) (Live At Le Bataclan, Paris / 2014)"
10. "Ghost Town (Live At Le Bataclan, Paris / 2014)"
11. "All The Time In The World (Live At The Troxy, London / 2016)"
Description:
Encore is an album by Specials, released in 2022. Encore includes a.o. the following tracks: “Black Skin Blue Eyed Boys”, “Vote For Me”, “The Life And Times Of A Man Called Depression”, “We Sell Hope” and more. The album is a ska 2-CD. -
Made in the EU
Contains round, black hype sticker on the shrink-wrap:
The Specials
The brand new studio album
Plus the best of The Specials live
[Parent Advisory Explicit Content Logo]
Tracks 2-1, 2-2, 2-4, 2-5, 2-7, 2-9, 2-10 Recorded at Le Bataclan, Paris 30/11/2014
Tracks 2-3, 2-6, 2-8, 2-11 Recorded at The Troxy, London 16/11/2016
"Encore (Deluxe)" on CD by The Specials is a powerful, late-career statement from one of the most influential bands to emerge from the British ska and 2-Tone scene. This deluxe edition presents the album in high-quality CD audio and offers an expanded experience around the band's return to the studio after many years, with a focus on sharp songwriting, socially aware lyrics and the unmistakable rhythmic drive that has always defined The Specials. Listeners can expect a blend of energetic ska grooves, reflective mid-tempo tracks and politically charged anthems that prove the band's relevance far beyond their initial late-1970s and early-1980s heyday.
Beyond the core songs, this deluxe version is designed as a collector-friendly edition, appealing both to long-time fans and to new listeners discovering The Specials for the first time on physical media. The CD format delivers a warm, consistent sound, ideal for enjoying the band's tight interplay of rhythm section, guitar and brass. The packaging (depending on the edition) typically places emphasis on artwork and liner-note style presentation, underlining the historical importance of the band and this later album in their catalogue.
The Specials are widely regarded as pioneers of the 2-Tone movement, blending Jamaican ska and reggae with punk energy and sharp social commentary. Known for their distinctive black-and-white aesthetics and multiracial line-up, they helped define a generation with songs that tackled issues like racism, urban tension and youth culture. Their earlier success in the UK charts and their lasting influence on alternative and ska-punk bands worldwide have made their name synonymous with politically conscious, danceable music. "Encore (Deluxe)" captures a band that has grown older but not quieter, still willing to confront contemporary issues while staying true to their rhythmic roots.
The manufacturer Universal Vibes stands here as a quality-oriented music label and distribution partner, focused on presenting albums in a way that respects both sound and presentation. With an emphasis on reliable CD production and careful catalogue curation, Universal Vibes aims to make important recordings like this deluxe edition widely accessible while maintaining a high production standard for collectors and audiophiles alike.
The veteran ska-two tone band addresses Brexit, austerity, Tory rule, Black Lives Matter and mental health on this welcome return. We need right-thinking rebel records like ‘Encore’ now more than ever.
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