Strange Tenants

Overview

If the music world is lacking one thing at the moment it's 'ska' bands - those saxophone infused ballads, acoustic Caribbean sounds and sickly sweet guitar riffs. But to those who thought that 70s rockers Madness left us high and dry with their abundance of ska hits, think again.

Strange Tenants are Australian 'ska' legends. Formed and led by duel vocalists and prolific song writers Ian and Bruce Hearn, their music was often infused with political and social commentary, best evidenced by their alternative hits Soldier Boy, Hard Times and Grey Skies. As one of the biggest bands in the 80s, these boys toured with the likes of Style Council, UB40 and U2, and performed an incredible 1200 gigs between 1982 and 1986.

While other bands 'lost themselves' to the growing trends and fads of the music industry, Strange Tenants have stayed strong with their striding independence and uncompromising commitment to mixing their own ska-reggae sound.

After an amazing 32 years, Strange Tenants will be hitting The Zoo stage for one night of live performance. Whether you were there in the Strange Tenant's prime, or just want to rediscover this great era of music, this legendary band are a must see.

Strange Tenant's classic 'Two Steps Back'