We're going back to my home, Long Island for a look at one of the most influential bands in third wave ska, the Scofflaws. The Scofflaws formed in Huntington, Long Island, New York 1988. Known for their live shows, technically proficient horn solos and tight arrangements, The Scofflaws were one of the top third wave ska acts of the '90s and one of the most beloved bands on the now-defunct Moon Ska label, as well as the epicenter and focal point of the Long Island ska scene. They had toured the country with fellow big name ska bands such as the Toasters. The Scofflaws have not released a studio recording since 1998, but they continue to perform live gigs in the New York area so make sure you catch a show if your ever around here =)
More east coast ska! I'm originally from California, so I'm more familiar with west coast and OC ska. I love hearing new stuff!
ReplyDeleteDo you know if their gigs are using old songs or are they still producing new music?
ReplyDeleteIts mostly the old classics =)
ReplyDeleteNever heard them, awesome stuff.
ReplyDeleteI wasn't familiar with the scofflaws, great songs.
ReplyDeleteNever heard of these guys - seem pretty good.
ReplyDeleteAlso hadn't heard of them. Might take some getting used to, I don't like them on first listen. But thanks for the new (old) music!
ReplyDeletegood to hear something new that not everyone knows about!
ReplyDeletesome classical stuff, thanks :3
ReplyDeleteGood stuff man.
ReplyDeleteScofflaws were the best of the 3rd wave.
ReplyDeleteYes, I agree, they were the best. And woo LONG ISLAND!!
ReplyDeleteI will say that Ska had some of the coolest visual aesthetics for any musical movement
ReplyDeleteNever heard of them before but the actually sound pretty cool.
ReplyDeleteWow thats cool stuff. thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeletePersonally I stick to the old Bob Marley Reggae, but Ska has recently caught my interest. Thanks
ReplyDeletedang the scofflaws are pretty intense
ReplyDeleteSounds good to me.
ReplyDeletethey are nice
ReplyDeleteNot bad, not bad.. They have a pretty cool singing style.
ReplyDeletenice sound. like them!
ReplyDeleteSecond one is amazing. :) first one not so much in my eyes.
ReplyDeleteYea I was gonna say, they remind me of reggae..
ReplyDeleteWow that organ at start of the first is lovely! Very cool tunes, love how upbeat they are. Gorgeous bass lines.
ReplyDeleteI actually really liked Paul Getty, it had a good beat to it and the lyrics were funny
ReplyDeleteReggae actually was a break off of the original 1st wave ska =D
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