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Blank Generation Radio Introduces New Ska Show

“Skaturday Night” pays tribute to the genre with ska artists past and present.

Ska is a musical genre that originated in Jamaica in the late 1950s and has

Skaturday Night on Blank Generation Radio. Image courtesy
Garg21.

since become a global phenomenon. It is characterized by its upbeat and lively tempo, often featuring a prominent offbeat rhythm known as the “skank.” Ska music typically incorporates elements of jazz, rhythm and blues, and Caribbean music, creating a unique and danceable sound. Continue reading “Blank Generation Radio Introduces New Ska Show”

New Single From The Interrupters Upcoming Album

The Interrupters Remind Us That Ska Is Not Dead with “In The Mirror”

It’s that “skank” upbeat, innit!The Interrupters In The Wild

Ska, with its rhythmic triplets and driving beat. At the very least, it makes you want to dance. At the very most, it makes you want to break things in the most wonderful, wonderful way!

Ska has been a part of the Alt music scene for a generation. Its evolution from a kinder, gentler Jamaican dance genre into the edgier 2 Tone style was made famous by English bands such as The Selector, The Specials, and Madness in the late 70s. Continue reading “New Single From The Interrupters Upcoming Album”