ABOUT

Hailing from London, The Kubricks are a high-energy seven-piece band that fuses ska, reggae, and infectious melodic pop into a sound that’s as fresh as it is nostalgic.

Exploding onto the scene in 2013 with their debut EP, Wasters & Wannabes, the band quickly built a reputation as one of the UK’s must-see ska acts. Their music caught the attention of Huey Morgan (BBC Radio 2), Tom Robinson (BBC 6Music), and Horace Panter (The Specials), who praised their sound, saying, “I can hear Madness, The Ruts, Squeeze, and The Clash in there.” As the UK’s ska revival gained momentum, The Kubricks found themselves sharing festival stages with legends like UB40, Bad Manners, and The Toasters.

In 2017, the band released their debut album, The Heist, produced by Toby Davies (Gentleman’s Dub Club). The record was met with critical acclaim, with the UK’s longest-running skazine, Do The Dog, calling it “a very strong contender for album of the year.” Canadian publication Bucketlist hailed it as “a gem of an album that makes ska and reggae seem like a perfect fit with 21st-century musical trends.” Tracks from the album landed airplay on BBC 6Music, and BBC Introducing Essex invited the band for a live session.

Following two successful UK tours and a publishing deal with Wipe Out Music, The Kubricks returned in 2022 with Between Antipodes, their most ska-pop-driven record to date. Produced by Tom Donovan (Monster Florence), the album showcases the band’s signature energy while pushing their sound into new creative territory.

Renowned for their explosive live performances, The Kubricks have captivated crowds at Isle of Wight Festival, Kendal Calling, Green Man, Shambala, Boomtown Fair, Bearded Theory’s Spring Gathering, Godiva, and The London International Ska Festival, as well as international festivals across Germany and France.

With their genre-blending sound, razor-sharp musicianship, and an ever-growing fanbase, The Kubricks continue to cement their place at the forefront of the UK’s modern ska movement.