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Victoria's 12th Annual Ska Festival - July 5th - 9th, 2011
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| VICTORIA BC SKA SOCIETY User Info... |  and the Lower Mainland. While the festival itself began in the summer of 2000, this year’s 12th edition will continue to showcase both local and international acts. Internationally, the festival will host leading artists from Jamaica, Colombia, Mexico, Australia, US and Canada. Headlining artists this summer include: Ky-Mani Marley, Gramps Morgan, Ken Boothe, The Planet Smashers, Gaudi and Chris Murray. All but two Ska Fest presentations will be outdoors and all ages. In addition to the music and performances, the Victoria BC Ska Society will host two innovative musical workshops and an interactive visual arts exhibition (Rocksteady Collective). These workshops will give fans and community members the opportunity to engage with some of the musicians in an intimate and interactive setting, allow them to ask questions and learn more about the techniques and ideas that move this musical style. In addition to the ticketed shows, Ska Fest will also be hosting several free events throughout the festival. There is also another free show on June 17thas part of the “On the Road to Ska Fest” promotional tour featuring Zvuloon Dub System (Israel). This year’s Ska Festival will return to the beautiful Market Square venue, in addition to shows at Ship’s Point in the Inner Harbour. Headliners playing this year: Ky-Mani Marley Ky-Mani released the track “Dear Dad” in 2000, cementing his place in the reggae world as well as a love for his father. While one would think it tough to live up to the Marley name, Ky-Mani has done so in a fashion that is honest, genuine, and sincere. Ky-Mani’s latest album “Evolution of a Revolution” was recorded at Tuff Gong Studios in Kingston, Jamaica. This is the first time he has recorded in this studio since his father founded it in the 1960s. His blend of conscious reggae and hip-hop will be a highlight of this year’s festival. http://www.kymani-marley.com/ Gramps Morgan Roy “Gramps” Morgan and his 4 siblings have sold out stadiums across the globe as Morgan Heritage. After nearly 3 decades, Gramps is breaking out on his own and taking things to the next level. He is able to prove that positive music can still top the charts with his conscious reggae and lovers rock. His show promises to be a great one for hardcore and new reggae fans alike. http://www.grampsmorgan.com Ken Boothe Ken Boothe is one of rocksteady’s legendary entertainers. He has written, recorded, and produced with many of Jamaica’s top ska and reggae labels including Studio One and Beverly’s Records. He even recorded many chart-topping hits with the classic Trojan label. His powerful and soulful voice rings through to this day and he remains one of ska’s living legends. http://www.kenboothemusic.com/ The Planet Smashers The Planet Smashers are considered to be one of North America’s top ska acts today and their live show is testament to this fact. Their blend of third-wave ska and party anthems with unique and often humorous lyrics have found them fans from far and wide. Formed in 1994 in Monteal. The Planet Smashers have toured the globe times over and have released 7 albums, a DVD, and are more than a little excited to be back on the island for the first time in 7 years. http://www.planetsmashers.net/ Gaudi Gaudi was born in Italy, but is now a London-based keyboardist, producer, and artist. Gaudi’s dynamic and eclectic style has sent him to the top of the nu-beat scene. His music is an organic mix of dub, electronica, and world beat. His music is regularly performed live in the U.K. and internationally. Always looking for the next movement, Gaudi constantly searches for new forms of sounds and grooves which has lead him to remain one of the top artists today. His performance will be one of the most compelling at this year’s festival. http://www.gaudimusic.com/main.htm Other Featured Artists: Mama Pulpa (Mexico City, Mexico) Chris Murray & The New Victorians (Las Angeles /Victoria) Dub Killer Combo (Bogota, Colombia) Planet Smashers (Montreal) Honeyboy Carencro (New Orleans) The Klaxon (Bogota, Colombia) Kae Sun (Toronto/ Ghana) The Resignators (Australia) Giraffe Aftermath (Vancouver) The Afterbeat (Winnipeg) Ivy League Brawlers (Vancouver) DJ Frame (Victoria) Natural Flavas (Vancouver) Bananafish Dance Orchestra (Nanaimo) The Fundamentals (Montreal, Canada) Mobadass (Saskatoon, Canada) Brave New Waves (Vancouver) Micro Bongo Soundsystem (Victoria) The Novamatics (Victoria) Rocky Mountain Rebel Music (Victoria - Sun, 22 May 2011 1:08am Edited: Sun, 22 May 2011 1:17am | ||
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