Punk and Ska

Howards Alias: A Progressive Force in UK Ska-Punk In the always-evolving world of punk and ska, few bands have managed to push the genre’s boundaries quite like Howards Alias. Formed in the late 1990s in Southampton, England, Howards Alias has been heralded as one of the UK’s most inventive and …

A Dive Into Sublime: The Sound of Sun-Soaked SoCal Punk and Ska Welcome back, true lovers of punk and ska! Today we’re exploring a band that perfectly encapsulates the laid-back yet rebellious spirit of Southern California: Sublime. With a unique blend of punk rock, ska, reggae, and hip-hop, Sublime broke …

Stranger Cole: The Soul of Jamaican Ska When talking about the bubbling roots of ska and rocksteady, the name Stranger Cole is impossible to miss. Born Wilburn Theodore Cole in Kingston, Jamaica in 1942, Stranger Cole gained his nickname due to his solitary nature. Still, his music connected deeply with …

Sounds Like Chicken: Australia’s Ska-Punk Gospel Heroes In the vibrant tapestry of Australia’s underground punk and ska scene, few bands left a mark quite like Sounds Like Chicken. Hailing from Melbourne, this energetic crew mashed up punk, ska, hardcore, metal, and even gospel influences into a sound uniquely their own. …

Voodoo Glow Skulls: Ska-Core with a Punch Formed in 1988 in Riverside, California, Voodoo Glow Skulls are one of the most enduring bands in the ska punk movement. Blending elements of third-wave ska, hardcore punk, and Latin influences, the band carved out a unique place in the alternative music scene. …