The Specials at Brixton

It was April 2008 when I heard the rumour. It was December 2008 when the tickets arrived. And last night, 10 days after it was cancelled due to Terry Hall's vocal problems, The Specials gig at Brixton Academy went ahead. Saturday May 16 could well go down in history, not only as the best gig of my life, but also, the best sweat-soaked, beer-stained, moon-stomping night of my life.

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Steve said…
Am truly envious... but good for you!
12:30 PM
Billy The Hammer said…
Was there last night also - Truly awesome gig
12:43 PM
http://theenook.wordpress.com/ said…
great night was right up the front really good crowd. unfortunately i lost my ipod and my brother lost his phone..and i lost a book ... but in spite of all that what a brilliant show!!
11:34 PM
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