Album dossier / 1980
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The Specials · Ska/2 Tone
The Specials' ambitious second album pushed beyond ska into muzak, lounge and dub textures under Jerry Dammers' direction, alienating some fans but reaching #5 in the UK and later cited as an influence on 1990s trip hop.
Record facts
- Label
- 2 Tone Records
- Producer
- Jerry Dammers, Dave Jordan
- Chart peak
- #5 UK Albums Chart
- Notable tracks
- Stereotype
- Do Nothing
- Rat Race
Artist & discography
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Last enriched: 2026-08-20