Stephen Marley – Old Soul (2023) Award-winning Jamaican-American artist Stephen Marley makes a triumphant return with his latest album, Old Soul, after a hiatus of…
Stephen Marley Releases New Album ‘Old Soul’
Tag: ska
An Embarrassment of Riches
I’ve no desire to stem the tide of singles reaching me on a daily basis, but keeping up with the sharing thereof is a challenge.…
First Book on Women in Ska Released to Be Released on International Women’s Day
The book “Rude Girls: Women in 2 Tone and One Step Beyond” written by ska music historian Heather Augustyn, will be released on March 8,…
South American Roots Music Band Che Sudaka Releases 10th Album: ’20 años’
Che Sudaka, the Spain-based band featuring Argentine and Colombian musicians, presented its tenth album, ‘20 años,’ today. The new recording features numerous guests and friends…
Global Visions of Ska
Various Artists – Ska Around the World (Putumayo World Music, 2018) Putumayo compilation Ska Around the World takes the listener on a lively trip throughout…
Artist Profiles: Desmond Dekker
Desmond Dekker (born Desmond Adolphus Dacres in Kingston, Jamaica on July 16, 1941) was a ska and reggae singer and songwriter. Together with his backing…
South American and Caribbean Musical Crosspollination
Che Sudaka – Almas Rebeldes (Cavernicola Records, 2017) Almas Rebeldes (Rebel Souls) is the new album by Che Sudaka, a band formed by South American…
Calypso Rose Releases Far From Home Music Video
Caribbean star Calypso Rose has released a new music video featuring the song “Far From Home.” This ska song appears in Calypso Rose’s recent album…
Energetic Doctor Krápula
Doctor Krápula – Animal (T3 Records, 2017) Animal is the latest by Colombian band Doctor Krápula. On Animal you’ll find a mix of punk rock,…
Artist Profiles: Canteca de Macao
Madrid-based band Canteca de Macao was founded in 2003 and has caused a stir in international music circles in recent years with its wild blend…