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BIG SPECIAL: Charting the Journey from Underground Grit to Mainstage Triumph

Exploring BIG SPECIAL’s rise from the Black Country to global recognition, with their raw and introspective debut album ‘POSTINDUSTRIAL HOMETOWN BLUES’.
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From their Black Country roots to international acclaim, BIG SPECIAL defies expectations with ‘POSTINDUSTRIAL HOMETOWN BLUES’. This debut album encapsulates their journey and the shared struggles of the working class.

From the Black Country to the world stage, BIG SPECIAL’s debut album ‘POSTINDUSTRIAL HOMETOWN BLUES’ is a raw and honest reflection of the band’s journey and the universality of working-class struggles. Emerging as an anomaly in today’s music scene, à la Black Country punk poets, BIG SPECIAL’s essence is an intricate blend of authenticity, dedication, and blistering commentary on socio-economic narratives.

  • With their debut single ‘SHITHOUSE’ propelling them to unusual heights, Joe Hicklin and Cal Moloney find themselves marveling at their escalating celebrity status, simultaneously celebrated abroad and unrecognized in their hometown markets.
  • Delving into their local history and personal stories, BIG SPECIAL amplifies the distinct Black Country accent, often overlooked by the wider music industry. Songs like ‘TREES’ exemplify the band’s quick-hit creativity while deeper cuts on the album showcase years of lyrical refinement.
  • Tackling capitalism, authenticity, and fan engagement head-on, BIG SPECIAL remains committed to keeping their art accessible, evident in their approach to merchandising and pricing, bucking the trend of exorbitant ticket and album costs.
  • ‘POSTINDUSTRIAL HOMETOWN BLUES’ emerges as an anthem for the contemporary working class, with every track conscientiously crafted to resonate with listeners across multiple generations, navigating the mundane and the monumental aspects of blue-collar existence.
  • Amidst BIG SPECIAL’s success, they keenly focus on their origins and sustained creative integrity, promising an unpredictable future and a commitment to genuineness that is as refreshing as it is rare in today’s industry.
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