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On this episode of In Defense of Ska, Ceci Bastida chats about her band Tijuana No, the world of international ska in the ’90s, and her new solo record Everything Taken Away. Listen above, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Bastida takes listeners through the history of Tijuana No, one of the most important bands to come out of the Mexican ska movement. The vocalist and keyboardist runs through the act’s early days, their attempts to break into the American market, and how one of her band members eventually became a pop superstar.
The artist also touches on her solo work, from her new album Everything Taken Away to her incredible cover of Suicidal Tendencies’ classic cut “Institutionalized” alongside Luicidal, the band formed by original Suicidal Tendencies members Louiche Mayorga and R.J. Herrera. Bastida then reflects on the political topics that make their way into her music, as well as influences like The Clash.
Listen to Ceci Bastida talk about Tijuana No, Everything Taken Away, and more on this episode of In Defense of Ska, and make sure to like, review, and follow the series wherever you get your podcast. Fans can also get early and ad-free episodes by joining the IDOS Patreon, and don’t forget to check out all the Consequence Podcast Network series here. Additionally, you can support the In Defense host Aaron Carnes by purchasing a copy of his book, In Defense of Ska. The 2nd, expanded edition will be released in Oct 2024.