Over the last 12 months, we've lost some pioneering talents from the world of music
The Specials frontman and singer died this week, aged 63. NME remembers the makings of a truly original band
The Specials bassist said the band had been planning to record a new album before Hall became ill, and that "the world has lost a unique voice and I have lost a good friend"
The singer played a brief, emotional rendition of a 1980 Specials hit
The late singer's last gig with his legendary band came in Devon this summer
"One of the most brilliant singers, songwriters and lyricists this country has ever produced"
The collaborative performance took place in Coventry last night (August 1)
Taking place across Hall's native Coventry this summer