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jackhammer · 07-05-2008, 05:53 PM

I have'nt done a compilation for a while so here is a 3rd wave Ska comp for you lovely people. 3rd wave Ska draws on a heavy asthetic, usually Punk and Hardcore riffs coupled with some skanking beats! I have tried to go for lesser known bands and not the usual Ska-by-the-numbers riff skank riff skank scenario that has lead to many bands sounding completely unoriginal.

1. Leftover Crack-Drug Song.

A very low tech Ska Punk track that uses an easy skank to state it's very short point.

2. Mighty Mighty Bosstones-What's At Stake.

One of my first experiences of 3rd wave Ska in the early 90's. This was when the band were a little rawer and the Horn/guitar combo riff is a killer.

3. The Fad-Ska Boom!

Another band that appreciates a punk riff as much as a good skank and I love the organ on this track.

4. Big D And The Kids Table-Little Bitch.

A decent cover of the Specials track (who themselves are regarded as one the very best Ska bands) and although their sound is a little too contrived at times for me, this cover warrants inclusion.

5. Capdown-Cousin Cleotis.

This U.K band has unfortunately dropped their Ska influences on their most recent long player and is a sad indictment of the state of music that Ska is a no go over here. However this fantastic Punk Ska skanker delivers with it's dual sax/guitar lines.

6. Choking Victim-Crack Rock Steady.

The easy skank on this track sounds like it was recorded in a guys garage out of a jam session and lends the track a likeable charm. Not exactly the height of musicianship but the enthusiasm makes up for this.

7. The Porkers-Going Off.

Unfortunately I don't know anything about this band except that the tempo and groove keep my foot tapping constantly!

8. King Prawn-The Dominant View.

This track is a mini classic within the Ska fraternity and features some brilliantly danceable riffs. The album is good too.

9. Reel Big Fish-Take On Me.

RBF are not a big favourite of mine as they have a very commercial sound. However this cover of A-Ha's 'Take On Me' is a refreshingly different take ona well known track and the horns are inspired!

10. The Flaming Tsunamis-Birdwatching And Vice Versa.

A band that is not easy to pigeonhole and many fans just cant get around their Hardcore Punk/ Ska hybrid. Wonderfully abrasive yet not easily liked. One of the more original 3rd wave Ska albums out there.

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07-05-2008, 05:53 PM	#274 (permalink)
jackhammer Ba and Be. Join Date: May 2007 Location: This Is England Posts: 17,331	I have'nt done a compilation for a while so here is a 3rd wave Ska comp for you lovely people. 3rd wave Ska draws on a heavy asthetic, usually Punk and Hardcore riffs coupled with some skanking beats! I have tried to go for lesser known bands and not the usual Ska-by-the-numbers riff skank riff skank scenario that has lead to many bands sounding completely unoriginal. 1. Leftover Crack-Drug Song. A very low tech Ska Punk track that uses an easy skank to state it's very short point. 2. Mighty Mighty Bosstones-What's At Stake. One of my first experiences of 3rd wave Ska in the early 90's. This was when the band were a little rawer and the Horn/guitar combo riff is a killer. 3. The Fad-Ska Boom! Another band that appreciates a punk riff as much as a good skank and I love the organ on this track. 4. Big D And The Kids Table-Little Bitch. A decent cover of the Specials track (who themselves are regarded as one the very best Ska bands) and although their sound is a little too contrived at times for me, this cover warrants inclusion. 5. Capdown-Cousin Cleotis. This U.K band has unfortunately dropped their Ska influences on their most recent long player and is a sad indictment of the state of music that Ska is a no go over here. However this fantastic Punk Ska skanker delivers with it's dual sax/guitar lines. 6. Choking Victim-Crack Rock Steady. The easy skank on this track sounds like it was recorded in a guys garage out of a jam session and lends the track a likeable charm. Not exactly the height of musicianship but the enthusiasm makes up for this. 7. The Porkers-Going Off. Unfortunately I don't know anything about this band except that the tempo and groove keep my foot tapping constantly! 8. King Prawn-The Dominant View. This track is a mini classic within the Ska fraternity and features some brilliantly danceable riffs. The album is good too. 9. Reel Big Fish-Take On Me. RBF are not a big favourite of mine as they have a very commercial sound. However this cover of A-Ha's 'Take On Me' is a refreshingly different take ona well known track and the horns are inspired! 10. The Flaming Tsunamis-Birdwatching And Vice Versa. A band that is not easy to pigeonhole and many fans just cant get around their Hardcore Punk/ Ska hybrid. Wonderfully abrasive yet not easily liked. One of the more original 3rd wave Ska albums out there. Download: MEGAUPLOAD - The leading online storage and file delivery service __________________ It be my music and film collection. “A cynic by experience, a romantic by inclination and now a hero by necessity.”