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Hepcat

Hepcat is an influential Los Angeles-based band, formed in 1989 and are known
for their deep reverence for classic Jamaican music. Hepcat played a pivotal
role in the 1990’s ska revival, releasing seminal albums like Out of Nowhere
(Moon Records), Scientific (BYO Records), Right on time, and Push N Shove
(Hellcat/Epitaph Records), solidifying their status as torchbearers for a revival of
authentic Jamaican sounds.

Hepcat’s mastery of traditional ska, rocksteady, and reggae, characterized by
soulful vocals, intricate horn arrangements, and a commitment to authentic
rhythms set them apart and has earned them a dedicated fanbase that included
rastas, punks, mods, and jazz fans alike.

Hepcat were often the first to introduce their unique take on Ska, Rocksteady,
and Reggae inspired music to audiences of other musical genres and continues
to hypnotize audiences all around the world.

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