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Special View - LP - Translucent Red
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09/05/2025
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Limited to 750 copies
Color: Translucent Red. Limited to 750 copies. UPC: 8719262031920 Special View by The Only Ones is a 1979 compilation album tailored for the U.S. market, showcasing the best of the British band's early work. Known for blending punk energy with power pop melodies and poetic lyricism, The Only Ones gained cult status in the late 1970s. This release features standout tracks such as "Another Girl, Another Planet", "The Whole of the Law", and "No Peace for the Wicked", highlighting Peter Perrett's distinctive vocals and the band's sharp musicianship. Special View serves as an accessible introduction to the band's unique sound, melding punk rock with romantic and introspective songwriting. Its influence can still be felt in indie and alternative rock circles today. A must-hear for fans of late-70s British rock, Special View remains a defining release in The Only Ones' catalog.