Terry Hall of The Specials dies

Terry Hall, frontman of British band The Specials has died at the age of 63.

The sad news came from the band on social media:

"It is with great sadness that we announce the passing, following a brief illness, of Terry, our beautiful friend, brother and one of the most brilliant singers, songwriters and lyricists this country has ever produced."

Terry Hall joined The Specials a couple of years before the release of their debut album in 1979 which is now a classic. They had hits with songs as Ghost Town, Gangsters and Too Much Too Young.

Hall died after a brief illness, The Specials said in their statement.