Reggae Dancehall Pioneers: The Skatalites | Don Drummond, Jackie Mittoo & The All-Star Band That Built Ska

from History of the Caribbeans | Exploring Resilience and Culture · host history experts | Joe & Kevin

The full story of The Skatalites — the Jamaican instrumental supergroup that invented ska. From the Alpha Boys' School alumni who formed its core, to Don Drummond's brilliance and tragic end, to Jackie Mittoo's musical legacy across two continents.

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