The Skatalites
Legendary Jamaican ska band credited with defining the genre and heavily influencing 2-Tone and third wave ska-punk.
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Reverse BacklinksThe Historical Lineage of The Skatalites
The Skatalites emerged out of Kingston, Jamaica starting in 1964, contributing distinctive energy to the Ska and Rocksteady landscape.
Archival Entry Points & Significance
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