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Kepi Ghoulie

Words: Loren • February 10, 2023

Kepi Ghoulie
Kepi Ghoulie

Kepi Ghoulie

SPB: Noting that Terry Hall recently passed away, what is your favorite song by The Specials and what does it mean to you?

Kepi: My favorite Specials song may be an obvious choice, but “A Message To You, Rudy“ is my jam! It is ALWAYS in my head, so I am glad you asked!! 

It is their “Blitzkrieg Bop”! So many of my friends have done it… it just reminds me of friends and good times… I also have a live version by Joe Strummer that always brings me up! 

I never got to see The Specials until 2019 and I am so glad I did! Their previous tours always sold out instantly so in 2019 I bought a ticket no matter what, not knowing if I would be on the road or not… Well, I happened to be in town and the show was amazing and I am forever grateful that I got to see them!

 

Loren • February 10, 2023

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