The Skatalites @ Caravan Music Club, Melbourne, 17-Dec-2014

Godfathers of Ska, Reggae, and Rocksteady music The Skatalites brought their pioneering sounds from Kingston, Jamaica to the Caravan Music Club in the Melbourne suburb of Oakleigh on Wednesday 17 December 2014. Celebrating their 50th anniversary, the band led by 78-year-old founding member Lester "Ska" Sterling showed why they have influenced and inspired generations in the Caribbean and around the world.

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Ska pioneers.
The Skatalites' brass section, flanked by keyboardist Ken Stewart and bassist Val Douglas.

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