ARTISTTokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra

Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra draws on Jamaican ska and brings together diverse musical influences through distinctive interpretations, shaping a sound it calls “Tokyo Ska”. The band debuted in 1989 with its self-titled album, known as “the yellow vinyl”. After several lineup changes, it consists of eight members.

The group has performed in 32 countries and appeared at international festivals including Glastonbury in the UK, Eurockéennes in France, Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland, Vive Latino in Mexico, and Lollapalooza Chile. In 2013, it became the first Japanese act to perform on Coachella Festival’s main stage in the United States. In October 2019, it won the Espéctaculo Alternativo category at Mexico’s Las Lunas del Auditorio for its live performances in the country.