The Specials are to play a benefit gig for London's 100 Club ahead of their appearance at this year's Galstonbury festival.

The gig, a warm up before they take to the Pyramid stage at Glastonbury the following day, is to aid the campaign to retain the club's independant status.

Seen as an integral part of the 2 tone and punk scene, the 100 Club is a legendary and intimate venue within the Capital and this will mark the band's first appearance there.

The Specials will play the 100 Club on June 25th with all proceeds, including the band's fee, going towards keeping the 100 Club and independant venue.