

Special Kinda Madness
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January 4th 2025
Great night!! I really enjoyed the early Specials tracks. The band were fantastic. I will definitely see them again!
London, United Kingdom@New Cross Inn

Eric
January 1st 2024
Best gig of the year …….great band great venue 🎵🎵🎵🎵🎵🎵
Brighton, United Kingdom@Concorde 2
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About Special Kinda Madness
"Back in 1979, pop was getting dull again. Everyone said it was time for a new dance. No-one expected it to come from Coventry. The 2-Tone revolution, led by the Specials, took the pop world by surprise with their infectious mix of Ska rhythms and punk attitude. Madness ... followed close on their heels. Within a matter of months the 2-Tone bands had stolen our hearts and conquered the charts with a non-stop procession of unforgettable hits: 'Gangsters', 'A Message to you Rudy', 'Too Much Too Young', 'The Prince', 'One Step Beyond', 'My Girl' ..."
An extract from Dance Craze by Garry Bushell
On 21st July 1979 at the Electric Ballroom in London, the Specials played a gig with Madness, Dexy's Midnight Runners and Selecter. That's a gig that all 2-Tone rude boys and rude girls would die to see, and thought would never happen. The Specials and Madness on the same bill!
In truth, it will probably never happen now ... but you can get the next best thing!
Special Kinda Madness play a truly authentic set from each band, matching the incredible energy of The Specials with the unforgettable iconic songs of Madness. Producing a show that will have the audience up and dancing from the start, Special Kinda Madness will have everyone hankering back to those exciting days of 2-Tone and Ska.
The Specials and Madness together. Wow! Catch'em now while you can!
An extract from Dance Craze by Garry Bushell
On 21st July 1979 at the Electric Ballroom in London, the Specials played a gig with Madness, Dexy's Midnight Runners and Selecter. That's a gig that all 2-Tone rude boys and rude girls would die to see, and thought would never happen. The Specials and Madness on the same bill!
In truth, it will probably never happen now ... but you can get the next best thing!
Special Kinda Madness play a truly authentic set from each band, matching the incredible energy of The Specials with the unforgettable iconic songs of Madness. Producing a show that will have the audience up and dancing from the start, Special Kinda Madness will have everyone hankering back to those exciting days of 2-Tone and Ska.
The Specials and Madness together. Wow! Catch'em now while you can!
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Genres:
Pop, Ska, Tribute Band
Band Members:
Vocals: Darren - 'Suggs', Bass: Gary - 'The Professor', Drums: John - 'The Parka', Saxophone: John - 'Mr X', Special Kinda Madness are a Specials and Madness tribute band playing one set from each band., Keyboards: Mike - 'The Major', Guitar: Ian - 'The Ear'
Hometown:
St Albans, United Kingdom
No upcoming shows in your city
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concerts and tour dates
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Live Photos of Special Kinda Madness
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Special Kinda Madness's tour
Fan Reviews

January 4th 2025
Great night!! I really enjoyed the early Specials tracks. The band were fantastic. I will definitely see them again!
London, United Kingdom@New Cross Inn

Eric
January 1st 2024
Best gig of the year …….great band great venue 🎵🎵🎵🎵🎵🎵
Brighton, United Kingdom@Concorde 2
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About Special Kinda Madness
"Back in 1979, pop was getting dull again. Everyone said it was time for a new dance. No-one expected it to come from Coventry. The 2-Tone revolution, led by the Specials, took the pop world by surprise with their infectious mix of Ska rhythms and punk attitude. Madness ... followed close on their heels. Within a matter of months the 2-Tone bands had stolen our hearts and conquered the charts with a non-stop procession of unforgettable hits: 'Gangsters', 'A Message to you Rudy', 'Too Much Too Young', 'The Prince', 'One Step Beyond', 'My Girl' ..."
An extract from Dance Craze by Garry Bushell
On 21st July 1979 at the Electric Ballroom in London, the Specials played a gig with Madness, Dexy's Midnight Runners and Selecter. That's a gig that all 2-Tone rude boys and rude girls would die to see, and thought would never happen. The Specials and Madness on the same bill!
In truth, it will probably never happen now ... but you can get the next best thing!
Special Kinda Madness play a truly authentic set from each band, matching the incredible energy of The Specials with the unforgettable iconic songs of Madness. Producing a show that will have the audience up and dancing from the start, Special Kinda Madness will have everyone hankering back to those exciting days of 2-Tone and Ska.
The Specials and Madness together. Wow! Catch'em now while you can!
An extract from Dance Craze by Garry Bushell
On 21st July 1979 at the Electric Ballroom in London, the Specials played a gig with Madness, Dexy's Midnight Runners and Selecter. That's a gig that all 2-Tone rude boys and rude girls would die to see, and thought would never happen. The Specials and Madness on the same bill!
In truth, it will probably never happen now ... but you can get the next best thing!
Special Kinda Madness play a truly authentic set from each band, matching the incredible energy of The Specials with the unforgettable iconic songs of Madness. Producing a show that will have the audience up and dancing from the start, Special Kinda Madness will have everyone hankering back to those exciting days of 2-Tone and Ska.
The Specials and Madness together. Wow! Catch'em now while you can!
Show More
Genres:
Pop, Ska, Tribute Band
Band Members:
Vocals: Darren - 'Suggs', Bass: Gary - 'The Professor', Drums: John - 'The Parka', Saxophone: John - 'Mr X', Special Kinda Madness are a Specials and Madness tribute band playing one set from each band., Keyboards: Mike - 'The Major', Guitar: Ian - 'The Ear'
Hometown:
St Albans, United Kingdom
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