Viva la Ska Revolution
Bad Manners · 1998
91 min · 30 tracks · ska
A vibrant revival of ska, blending energetic horns with catchy melodies and irreverent lyrics that celebrate the genre's roots.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sally Brown — This track showcases infectious rhythms and clever lyrical play, perfectly embodying the lively spirit of ska while connecting with both old fans and new listeners.
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Skinhead Love Affair — With its playful lyrics and upbeat tempo, this song captures the essence of youthful rebellion and love within the ska culture.
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Viva La Ska Revolution — The title track serves as an anthem for ska enthusiasts, celebrating the genre's history and encouraging unity among fans through its engaging chorus.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- party-ready anthems for dancing
- cheerful sing-alongs with friends
- energetic bursts of fun
- nostalgic vibes of the 90s
- dynamic wave-like listening experience
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of slow, introspective tracks
- prefer serious lyrical themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1998, Viva la Ska Revolution marked Bad Manners' return after a hiatus following their initial success in the early '80s. This album came as part of a resurgence of ska music in the UK, positioning Bad Manners to reintroduce their classic sound to a new generation while also capitalizing on the growing popularity of the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Madness· The Specials· Toots and the Maytals
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Skaville UK 4:27
- 2 Sally Brown 5:57
- 3 Bonanza Ska 2:44
- 4 Return of the Ugly 2:45
- 5 Skinhead Love Affair 2:58
- 6 Non Shrewd 2:21
- 7 Big 5 3:31
- 8 Stampede 1:55
- 9 Skinhead Girl 2:57
- 10 Mafia 3:28
- 11 Pipeline 2:50
- 12 Viva La Ska Revolution 2:41
- 13 Gonna Get Along Without You (Radio Mix) 2:42
- 14 How Big Do You Love 3:22
- 15 Johnny’s Knee 1:47
Disc 2
- 1 This is Ska 3:41
- 2 Oh Jamaica 3:14
- 3 Fatty Fatty 2:41
- 4 Lip Up Fatty 2:46
- 5 Special Brew 3:19
- 6 Rosemary 2:24
- 7 Since You’ve Gone Away 3:38
- 8 Walking in the Sunshine (live) 3:21
- 9 Can Can (live) 2:34
- 10 Samson & Delilah (live) 2:53
- 11 Lorraine (live) 3:32
- 12 My Girl Lollipop (live) 2:26
- 13 Inner London Violence (live) 3:36
- 14 Wooly Bully (live) 2:08
- 15 Just a Feeling (live) 2:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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