3 NIGHTS – 7 BANDS – GOOD VIBES

Slackfest South is bringing a three-day lineup of reggae/ska/soul/latin/punk shows to Flamingo Cantina this November, headlined by The Slackers; also featuring The Bandulus, Los de Esta Noche, Kung Fu Sound System, The Stingers, Rat King Cole, and Los Kurados.

November 21st, 22nd, and 23rd
Doors at 8pm every night

$22 advance tickets – $27 night of show
$55 three-day pass

Night 1 (Nov. 21st):
-The Slackers
-The Bandulus
-Los De Esta Noche
-Kung Fu Sound System

Night 2 (Nov. 22nd):
-The Slackers
-The Stingers Reunion Show
-Rat King Cole
-Kung Fu Sound System

Night 3 (Nov. 23rd):
-The Slackers
-Los Kurados
-Kung Fu Sound System

The Slackers’ rise to fame is a story of perseverance and a belief in their musical vision, combining Jamaican ska and reggae with American rock n’ roll. While influenced (and even personally taught) by Jamaican ska/reggae originators such as the Skatalites and the Upsetters, the band sees its music as wholly American. Smashing the stereotypes of ska, The Slackers put a new spin on the genre by playing with an aggressive edge that interweaves personal and political accounts.

The Bandulus are the brainchild of Austin, TX musician Jeremy Peña, formerly of Los Skarnales and the Trenchtown Texans. A traditional ska, reggae, and soul sensation, The Bandulus cross genres and keep listeners on their toes while crossing genres, but always with a heavy soul influence and heartfelt lyrics. Their sound evolved to include early rock n’ roll, Motown-style harmonies, and psychedelic grooves. The Bandulus have shared the stage with yesterdays and today’s top ska and reggae acts, including ska originators The Skatalites, The Interrupters, Inner Circle, The Wailers, The Slackers, Easy Star All Stars, The English Beat, The Aggrolites, Collie Budz, The Skints, Save Ferris, New Kingston, The Suffers, Western Standard Time, Bedouin Soundclash, The Pietasters and Los Lonely Boys. Jamaican patois for bandit, The Bandulus will steal your heart and always leave you smiling.

Los De Esta Noche is a Latin roots rock band from San Antonio, Texas. Their sound is comprised of Rock, Ska, Cumbia, and Conjunto music. Influenced by the sound and culture of the Mexico border, they blend horns and percussion along with Spanish and English lyrics to make music that will make you move and dance.

Hailing from San Antonio and Dallas, Kung Fu Sound System is a trio of Texas Selectors spinning soul, funk, reggae, and ska vinyl.

Since 1998, The Stingers ATX have developed their own modern hybrid of Jamaican rocksteady/ska and classic American doo-wop soul: solid roots-reggae rhythms, melodic horn lines, and tight 3- and 4-part vocal harmonies. Their live shows have won them world-wide acclaim, from their former weekly three-hour showcases at the Black Cat Lounge in Austin to a sold-out New Year’s Eve show at La Fleche d’Or in Paris, to backing some of the most legendary names in ska/reggae music on European tours.

Rat King Cole is a ska-jazz fusion band hailing from San Antonio, Texas. The band originally formed in 2013 when a group of friends with a shared passion for music decided to start jamming together. Since then, Rat King Cole has become a staple in the San Antonio music scene, playing shows at local bars, clubs, and festivals with their unique blend of upbeat ska rhythms and smooth jazz melodies—with a touch of reggae and funk thrown in for good measure. Their energetic live shows are known for getting crowds up and dancing, with catchy hooks and infectious grooves that keep audiences coming back for more.

Bringing quality music and punk-rock energy to the scene, Los Kurados are Austin’s premiere ska party band who also have a shit ton to say!