{"product_id":"the-special-aka-special-aka-the-in-the-studio-180-gram-vinyl","title":"The Special Aka - Special Aka, The : In the Studio [180 Gram] { vinyl }","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"330\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"81\"\u003eIn the Studio\u003c\/em\u003e is a bold and genre-pushing statement from The Special AKA, originally released in 1984 and now reissued on heavyweight 180-gram black vinyl. This isn’t your typical ska revival record—it’s darker, more politically charged, and musically ambitious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"682\"\u003eFeaturing the powerful protest anthem “Free Nelson Mandela,” the album blends ska, soul, jazz, and reggae into a complex, compelling sonic journey. Tracks like “War Crimes” and “Racist Friend” highlight the group’s fierce social conscience, while “Alcohol” and “What I Like Most About You Is Your Girlfriend” show off their offbeat, theatrical flair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"826\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThis reissue honors the original’s weight—both literally and figuratively. It’s essential 2 Tone with a sharper edge and a whole lot of heart.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alliance Entertainment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57447575847243,"sku":"825646297047","price":3.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0970\/6169\/9915\/files\/8448905216305_85quality_220914-2585814.webp?v=1779854961","url":"https:\/\/vinylvintage.shop\/products\/the-special-aka-special-aka-the-in-the-studio-180-gram-vinyl","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}