Supernova 2026:A perfect Tribute to a Beautiful Friend
This year's Supernova International Ska Festival brought acts from all over the world, including Jamaica, Mexico, and England, to the beaches of Hampton, VA, for an unforgettable weekend that even severe thunderstorms could not dampen! Such icons as Derrick Morgan, Yellowman, and Marcia Aitken graced the stages alongside third- and fourth-wave ska performers like Jackie Mendez and Catbite.
¿Fourth Wave? Meet Ska’s New Latino Generation
Thirty years after Third Wave ska exploded out of Southern California, something familiar is happening again, with a distinctly Latino flavor. The bands are young, the shows are packed, and Orange County is somehow involved… again.
Pop Punk, Ska, and OI! Boss BBQ with The Bad-Ups, Bad Assets, and The Old Breed.
Pop Punk, Ska, and OI! Boss BBQ with The Bad-Ups, Bad Assets, and The Old Breed.
2-Step Chicks Rock, Skank, and Croon the house in Altadena!
All-ages shows in LA are hitting an all-time high, with teen bands from OC and beyond bringing the energy and culture to a new level.
Up Close-The Fishbone VIP Experience The “In Your Face Tour 2026”
Fishbone’s 2026 “In Your to Face” tour isn’t just a show, it’s an immersive experience that pulls fans straight into the orbit of one of the most enduring, electrifying bands to ever do it. From the family-like chaos of the VIP meet-and-greet and soundcheck to karaoke gambles backed by the band themselves, the night blurs the line between audience and performer before exploding into the set. Celebrating four decades of In Your to Face, Fishbone tears through their legacy with the same joy, and some complete with surprise appearances. Angelo Moore's energy turns every moment into something bigger than music.
IN LOSING CHAIN REACTION, WE LOSE A PIECE OF OURSELVES
Legendary O.C. rock venue Chain Reaction closed it’s doors in January 2026 after 30 years in operation.
2-Step Chicks Headline the BYP stage in Pasadena
Ska, punk, and even Latin rock are alive and well in the all-ages music scene in LA. And the girls are leading the charge …
Fishbone’s Stockholm Syndrome — Proof That You Can’t Cage a Funk-Punk Octopus
Fishbone's back with Stockholm Syndrome—their first studio album in 20+ years—and it sounds like they're firing on all cylinders. That genre-blending chaos they're known for (funk, thrash, reggae, doo-wop) paired with sharp social commentary? Classic Fishbone. "Last Call in America" as an opener promises they're not holding back. After two decades, they're still impossible to categorize and angrier than ever—exactly what we need right now.
LUCCA MAE HITS SHEFFIELD WITH SOUL, SKA AND SOMETHING SPECIAL
Sheffield’s Backroom played host to rising soul-infused star Lucca Mae and local standout Lou Gold – a night of rich vocals, heartfelt storytelling, and one unforgettable ska encore.
Mirror in the Mystic: The English Beat Bring Ska to Petaluma CA
Dave Wakeling and The English Beat returned to a packed Mystic Theatre in Petaluma, CA, for a night of ska, soul, and sweet nostalgia. From “Rough Rider” to “Mirror in the Bathroom,” the crowd skanked, sang, and smiled through every beat.
Fishbone Says It’s “Last Call in America”
Fishbone teams up with Funkadelic’s George Clinton on their new album. Our John Greenwood gives us the scoop on the record and their upcoming tour.
Bite Me Bambi and Eat This
John Greenwood sits down with Bite Me Bambi frontwoman Tahlena Chikami to chat about the band's new album, Eat This, and their upcoming appearance at Berkeley’s Doll Fest.
Angelo Moore Tried to Fishbone My Girlfriend
John Greenwood took his girlfriend to the Mystic Theater in Petaluma, CA, to see Fishbone, Bite Me Bambi, Strawberry Fuzz, and Damage—but by the end of the night, he almost lost her to Fishbone’s electrifying frontman, Angelo Moore. Find out how the night unfolded and who truly stole the show!
The Bar Stool Preachers’ Last U.S. Show will be at Alex’s Bar
The Bar Stool Preachers are closing out the Spoonful of Ska U.S. tour with Bite Me Bambi at Alex’s Bar in Long Beach on Saturday, November 30th. Don’t miss it!
One step beyond a normal review of Madness at PRB
We had a superfan review Madness's set at Punk Rock Bowling. Vanessa Klauser Hildebrand tells us what it's like to finally see her favorite band after 43 years.