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"