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Legendary British band The Specials share how their biracial identities influenced their sound
The legendary British band The Specials first formed in the late ’70s. Their mix of ska, punk, and new wave went on to influence bands like No Doubt and Sublime, and just this year, they came out with a new album. Anthony Mason spoke with band members at the Manhattan Beach studio in New York. Source
2-year-old boy dies after contracting E. coli at San Diego fair
The exact source of the bacteria is still under investigation, but all four cases reported having contact with animals at the fair Source
How craft breweries like Heady Topper are embracing cover art
Craft beer makers go to extraordinary lengths to brew up the perfect pint — and lately, that attention to detail has shifted to what’s on the outside as well. In a recent USA Today poll, readers named “Heady Topper” the winner for best beer label. Kenneth Craig visited beer makers, including Heady Topper’s creator, who are putting more effort into the art of the ale. Kenneth Craig reports. Source
Saturday Sessions: The Specials perform “Blam Blam Fever”
In the late ‘70s, The Specials emerged from Coventry in central England as part of the two-tone movement, a name that referred both to fans two-tone clothes and to the biracial makeup of the band. They went on to perform on “Saturday Night Live,” and scored seven singles in the U.K. top ten between 1979 and 1981. Their new album, “Encore,” has already hit the top of the British charts. The Specials perform three of their songs. Source
Saturday Sessions: The Specials perform “A Message to You, Rudy”
In the late ‘70s, The Specials emerged from Coventry in central England as part of the two-tone movement, a name that referred both to fans two-tone clothes and to the biracial makeup of the band. They went on to perform on “Saturday Night Live,” and scored seven singles in the U.K. top ten between 1979 and 1981. Their new album, “Encore,” has already hit the top of the British charts. The Specials perform three of their songs. Source
9/11 first responder who fought for victim fund dies
Alvarez spent his final days advocating for the federal government to permanently fund the 9/11 Victims Compensation Fund Source
“The Last Pirate of New York”: One of the most sensational murder hunts in American history
In 1860, the country was on the verge of civil war, and the city of New York was hunting for one of the most infamous criminals of all-time — although it may not be someone you’ve heard of. Albert Hicks, who was called “The Last Pirate of New York,” was a bridge between Blackbeard and Al Capone, when the worst of the worst transitioned from raiding ships to joining mobs. His chilling story is detailed in a new book by Rich Cohen. Jeff Glor reports. Source
Saturday Sessions: The Specials perform “Vote for Me”
In the late ‘70s, The Specials emerged from Coventry in central England as part of the two-tone movement, a name that referred both to fans two-tone clothes and to the biracial makeup of the band. They went on to perform on “Saturday Night Live,” and scored seven singles in the U.K. top ten between 1979 and 1981. Their new album, “Encore,” has already hit the top of the British charts. The Specials perform three of their songs. Source
How the NYPD plans to protect the 2.5 million people attending “World Pride”
As millions gather for tomorrow’s march at “World Pride,” recent security scares at big events are fresh on New Yorkers minds. A crowd of 2.5 million is expected to line the parade route, and about 150,000 marchers are expected to participate in the LGBTQ celebration. The march is so popular that organizers extended the route by more than half a mile this year. David Begnaud reports on how police plan to protect it. Source