The Specials‘ original line-up are reforming for a UK tour next year.

The legendary Coventry group will play eight dates around England and Scotland, beginning in Newcastle on April 22.

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Formed in 1977, the band released two albums, “The Specials” and “More Specials”, before splitting in 1981.

The reunited band will play:

Newcastle Academy (April 22)

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Sheffield Academy (23)

Birmingham Academy (25, 26)

Glasgow Academy (28)

Manchester Apollo (May 3)

London Brixton Academy (6, 7)

Tickets for the gigs go on sale on December 11.

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