LISF's 2 Tone Thames cruise

A Thames sailing presented by the London International Ska Festival, with DJs playing music from the 2 Tone era while the boat passes London's historic sights. The Golden Jubilee is the venue.

The London International Ska Festival organises this cruise on the Thames, which passes London's historic landmarks while the music plays on board. The selection draws on the 2 Tone era and its roots, with the work of The Specials, Madness, The Beat, The Selecter and The Bodysnatchers, alongside Rico, Elvis Costello, Dexys Midnight Runners, Prince Buster, Toots & The Maytals and Jimmy Cliff. Tracks by The Pioneers, The Clash, Secret Affair, Buzzcocks, The Jam, Blondie and Trojan Records also feature.

The sounds are selected by two DJs. Sean Flowerdew, who is linked to Pama International and the London International Ska Festival, has played in bands with members of Madness, The Specials, The Beat, The Selecter, Rico Rodriguez, The Bodysnatchers, Rhoda Dakar and The Swinging Cats. Nanker P founded Time Tunnel, the Brixton club night with a cult following.