With the exception of Hepcat, THE SLACKERS are probably the best Ska band in recent years!! I've heard alot of the old school Ska sounds from Jamaica, and I must say the Slackers do a great job of re-creating that sound, with a little added rock-steady in it. These guys know how to make good music. If you think you like ska, I think you'd better check this out. It's one of the best I've ever heard. An instant classic.