Allen behind The Specials reunion

Ska legends The Specials' reunion was brought about by an unlikely mediator - pop star Lily Allen.

Sat, 09 May, 2009 - 12:03

Ska legends The Specials' reunion was brought about by an unlikely mediator - pop star Lily Allen.

The 'Too Much Too Young' hitmakers reformed after their successful appearance at Britain's Bestival show in September - the first time the original group had played together since their 1981 split.

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