J-Ska and the Pussycats

C M introduced me to J-Ska and ever since then, I've been blown away. Who would have known that big band ska and punk ska were big hits in Japan? Not me. At least, before.

Now, I know better. The heavies in Japan's ska scene include Ore Ska, Ryo the Skywalker, Natsumen, Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra. Listening to their music is pure and utter ska heaven -- Or is it nirvana? Does anyone know what's Shinto for "I'm in heaven right now and all I really need a frosty bottle of SMB Pilsen?"

Then, he drops Island Joe, Crown Royale, Skunky Muggles, and Skankin' Brews, and a virtual who's who of local ska bands on my lap.

It just makes the heart grow fonder to know that ska -- in all its wonderful pussycat flavors -- is alive in the Lokal Reggae scene.



I miss Who's Next? ... *Sigh*






Penumbra:
Big, Bad Bassman Joe --- Thanks for introducing me to 311 and Mighty Mighty Bosstones in high school. I love you, man.
C M --- No matter how much you'll hate me, I'm giving you a bearhug.