This is SKA-Traditions Take Over

This episode of "This Is Ska" with host Mitty Goodwin is a vibrant journey through the world of ska, from its origins to contemporary sounds. The show kicks off with a segment dedicated to celebrating the birthdays of influential ska artists, including Jimmy Cliff, Carlton Manning, and Lloyd Revit of The Skatalites. Listeners are then treated to a mix of classic tracks and exciting new releases, with a special focus on bands performing at the Supernova International Ska Festival and a collection of recently submitted songs. The episode also features covers of popular tunes with a ska twist and showcases international talent, highlighting the global reach of the genre.Setlist:The Skatalites - "Ball of Fire"Carlton and The Shoes - "Me and You"Jimmy Cliff - "Bang!"The Specials - "Gangsters"The Uptones - "Skankin' Fool"The Toasters - "Cool Shark"Skankin' Pickle - "It's Not Too Late"The Slackers - "Robot"Rankin' Jr. - "Turn Off the Silence"Los Fastidios - "A Rebel, Not a Fool"The Chains - "The Rent"Lollipop Lorry & Reggae Band - "Slow Hot Dub"Brad Pittons and the Pirates - "Pillow Talk"Detroit Rhythm Crew - "Trained Behavior"Villa Fantome - "Sore Nior"Roy Ellis - "Mama Says"Roy Patton - "Endless Memory"Desmond Riley - "Skinheads: A Message to You"Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra - "The Liar"Oreskaband - "I'll Be There"Los Cassettes - "Aki Dia"The Super Glasses Ska Ensemble - "Do More Ska"Smoking Mirror Sound System (feat. Ali Gulada from Stop the Presses) - "Time After Time" (Cyndi Lauper cover)Los Chickles - "Call Me" (Blondie cover)BoomBoom Collective - "Ain't No Body" (Chaka Khan cover)Pannonia All-Star Ska Orchestra - "Golden Days"AKA The Syndicate - "Different People"Lucky - "Bounce House Ska"The Selecter - "James Bond"