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The news was shared by the rest of the band on Twitter
John 'Brad' Bradbury, The Specials drummer, has died at the age of 62.
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The ska group revealed the news of Bradbury's passing via Twitter earlier today 29 December 2015.
It is with deep regret that we say goodbye to our great friend, the world's greatest drummer, our beloved Brad. RIP pic.twitter.com/yYBFyQmuLy
— thespecials (@thespecials) December 29, 2015
Bradbury joined the group in 1981, when the originals Specials disbanded. The reformed band, Special AKA, are most well known for their top 10 hit Free Nelson Mandela.
Bradbury took part in The Specials reunion tour in 2009 and also headed up the JB Allstars.
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