We were excited to hear that Blur have been confirmed as headliners of the Olympic Closing celebrations at Hyde Park, supported by Fred Perry extended family The Specials and the recently reformed New Order.

The concert will take place on Sunday 12th of August, celebrating the best of British music as the 2012 Olympic Games draw to a close. Tickets have just become available HERE 

Last night The Specials finished their 2011 European tour with a spectacular performance at London's Alexandra Palace. The venue was packed with a 12,000 strong crowd; many of whom were kitted out in original Rudeboy dress, with pork pie hats and Perry shirts in abundance. After projecting a montage of headlines from the late 70s onto the stage, the band opened with their debut single Gangsters, sending the crowd into a frenzy of excitement as they danced and joined in with the lyrics.

Continuing with a semi-chronological set packed with the band's greatest hits including A Message to You, Rudy, Too Much Too Young and Ghost Town; fans were treated to an energetic performance and the perfect finale to the tour. To celebrate the show, Fred Perry hosted exclusive pre and post show parties with DJ's including Felix Hall setting the mood with a medley of Ska, Reggae and Punk.  

Fred Perry hosted The Specials' aftershow party at Café Carmen in Paris last night, following the band's show at nearby venue The Olympia. Guests were treated to a very special DJ set by the legendary Lord Julian, with the band taking over the decks at 11pm.

 The band wrap up the European leg of their tour this evening with a show in Brussels, before moving on to the UK on the 11th October with shows across the country. The tour will finish with a show at London's iconic Alexandra Palace on Thursday 3rd November. 

For more information on The Specials 2011 European Tour including dates and ticket information, visit the official website: http://www.thespecials.com