Directly connected to the surrounding gloom, the duo Big Special brings poetry to light through music, finding beauty in the darkness. Their ultra-creative sound blends raw emotion with a punk spirit, offering remedies to exorcise our sorrows. Frontman Joe Hicklin’s raw yet captivating voice pairs with Callum Moloney’s powerful drumming, amplified by electronic arrangements and an unwavering sense of irony. Endorsed by the BBC and Glastonbury, Big Special has already won over the hearts of the British—and soon, those of Paléo.