The Royal Jelly Dixieland Band love the old-time, junk shop sepia toned music found in your great-grandfather's record collection.

The line up:
Trumpet - Raph "Colonel Chops"
Clarinet - Steve "McSqueaks"
Trombone - Paris
Guitar - Little Yass
Bass - Big Glen
Drums - Alex "The Shark"

Formed in 2003 the Melbourne Ska Orchestra is an orchestra with a difference. Comprising up to 36 members this juggernaut contains some of Australia’s finest musicians and performers. The band can perform with as little as 18 members and as many as 36. Lead and directed by the energetic and charismatic Nicky Bomba (John Butler Trio, Bomba, Bustamento), they are a force to be reckoned with.

The bands debut self-titled release resulted in sell out national shows, multiple major festival appearances, three international tours and a host of awards and nominations. The new album Sierra-Kilo-Alpha, was released on April 22, 2016. Showcasing a new trajectory sonically, it respects the roots of the genre retransmitting 2Tone signals while introducing new hybrids that are fresh and exciting.

Melbourne Ska Orchestra’s live performance is explosive and infectious. Their unique take on the genre of Ska has wowed audiences all over the world. From Montreal to New York, Istanbul to London and with the approval of Reggae and Ska pioneers like Stranger Cole, Owen Gray, Carlos Malcolm, Ranking Roger and Neville Staples, to name a few, the Melbourne Ska Orchestra is resonating with audiences worldwide – young and old.

Crisp Linen Suits and sharp-witted lyrics meet junk percussion and double entendre. Whether on land or at sea, Mighty Duke & The Lords keep the party shaking until the fish have gone to sleep!

Comprising members from The Melbourne Ska Orchestra, the Suitcase Royale, NO ZU and The Lucksmiths, Mighty Duke & The Lords never fail to bring their tropical cyclone of mad calypso rhythm and rum soaked tomfoolery to the dancefloor.

From the depths of their headquarters, Bamboo HQ, Mighty Duke & The Lords have been busy crafting their debut album, due for release in early 2016. With a packed calendar ahead, having already secured shows at some of Australia’s most well regarded music venues and festivals, Mighty Duke & The Lords are forecast  to blow up one hell of a calypso party hurricane.

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