The Kingstons

The Kingstons are a fresh and original nine piece ska band who have been making a big noise for themselves in the South West. Based locally the group formed six months ago after three founding members met at an online website designed to get musicians together. With a full horn section they create a genuine ska and two tone sound with foot tapping rhythms and beats you can’t resist.

Taking their name from a “Toots and the Maytals” track “Funky Kingston”, the band are passionate about all forms of ska and their playlist includes Madness, Selecter and Bad Manners. They also write their own music which is influenced by the original Jamaican ska sound with a modern twist.

The Kingstons have been building a great reputation as a live band with an infectious sound. Their first gig at the Old Mine Family Festival in Horrabridge was a relatively short set but further acclaimed appearances have led to private bookings, functions and festivals and they have begun to build a loyal fan base, especially amongst mods and the Southern Templer Scooter club in Plymouth.

Their frontman extraordinaire, Steve Capel explains that “ska has its roots in story based folk music. Our set is fun and entertaining, the music is rousing and appeals to everyone - if you’re not tapping your foot or nodding your head to the beat you must be dead”. So make sure you catch the new and exciting sound of The Kingstons before their infectious music goes global!

You can follow them on Facebook or find out more about the band on their website www.thekingstons.club