AKA The Syndicate
AKA The Syndicate
Entry Requirements: 18+ after 7pm
Get ready for a night of high-energy ska and reggae as AKA The Syndicate takes the stage! Experience a live performance filled with fresh, vibrant tracks that seamlessly fuse the best of both genres, guaranteed to keep you moving all night long!
AKA The Syndicate is a 7-piece ska and reggae band from the South-East of England, known for delivering high-energy performances and infectious rhythms. Since forming in 2019, they’ve been captivating audiences with a dynamic fusion of ska, reggae, and soul, driven by punchy brass, groove-heavy basslines, and socially conscious lyrics that reflect life in modern Britain.
“They came onstage and launched straight into ‘Two Sides of The City,’ setting the tone for a night of irresistible grooves. The hall was already three-quarters full, a testament to the band’s growing appeal.” – Brighton and Hove News (on AKA The Syndicate supporting Bad Manners at Concorde 2)
Their 2021 debut LP, AKA The Syndicate, introduced standout singles like “Hands Up Who’s Coming With Me” and “Save It,” cementing their reputation as one of the UK’s rising ska acts. In 2023, they followed up with It’s Our World, a crowdfunded album that raised nearly £6,000, featuring collaborations with Monty Neysmith of Symarip. The album was voted ‘Best Album of 2023’ by Button Down Radio listeners, solidifying the band’s place in the modern ska scene.
“Just got a wee snippet of AKA The Syndicate. I know I shouldn’t swear, but it’s f^ng good! The best British ska/soul/reggae band going.” – Jim Paterson, Dexy’s Midnight Runners
With influences ranging from Madness and The Specials to early UB40, Blondie and even a touch of Dexy’s Midnight Runners, AKA The Syndicate brings their own unique blend of ska and reggae to the stage. Known for their lively performances and engaging sound, the band has steadily built a reputation for delivering memorable shows that resonate with fans of the genre.
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AKA The Syndicate is a 7-piece ska and reggae band from the South-East of England, known for delivering high-energy performances and infectious rhythms. Since forming in 2019, they’ve been captivating audiences with a dynamic fusion of ska, reggae, and soul, driven by punchy brass, groove-heavy basslines, and socially conscious lyrics that reflect life in modern Britain.
“They came onstage and launched straight into ‘Two Sides of The City,’ setting the tone for a night of irresistible grooves. The hall was already three-quarters full, a testament to the band’s growing appeal.” – Brighton and Hove News (on AKA The Syndicate supporting Bad Manners at Concorde 2)
Their 2021 debut LP, AKA The Syndicate, introduced standout singles like “Hands Up Who’s Coming With Me” and “Save It,” cementing their reputation as one of the UK’s rising ska acts. In 2023, they followed up with It’s Our World, a crowdfunded album that raised nearly £6,000, featuring collaborations with Monty Neysmith of Symarip. The album was voted ‘Best Album of 2023’ by Button Down Radio listeners, solidifying the band’s place in the modern ska scene.
“Just got a wee snippet of AKA The Syndicate. I know I shouldn’t swear, but it’s f^ng good! The best British ska/soul/reggae band going.” – Jim Paterson, Dexy’s Midnight Runners
With influences ranging from Madness and The Specials to early UB40, Blondie and even a touch of Dexy’s Midnight Runners, AKA The Syndicate brings their own unique blend of ska and reggae to the stage. Known for their lively performances and engaging sound, the band has steadily built a reputation for delivering memorable shows that resonate with fans of the genre.
