The Specials are an English  2 Tone  ska revival band formed in 1977 in Coventry, England.[1]  Their music combined a "danceable ska and rocksteady beat with punk's energy and attitude", and had a "more focused and informed political and social stance" than other ska groups. The group was formed by songwriter/keyboardist Jerry Dammers, with Terry Hall (vocals), Lynval Golding (guitar, vocals) and a rhythm section. The band wore mod-style "1960s period rude boy  outfits (pork pie hats, tonic and mohair suits, and loafers)."[2]  In 1979, the song "Too Much Too Young", the lead track on their The Special AKA Live! EP, reached number one in the UK.[3]  In 1981, the unemployment-themed single "Ghost Town" single also hit number one in the UK Singles Chart.[1]  Their music  is featured in film  and television soundtracks. After seven consecutive UK Top 10 singles between 1979 and 1981, the band broke up.[1]  In 2008, it was announced that the band would reform and embark on a 30th anniversary tour in 2009.[4]  As of 2010, they are touring America and Europe.