FAQ About The Evolution of Ska Music Subgenres

Ska music originated in Jamaica in the late 1950s. It is a genre that combines elements of Caribbean mento and calypso with American jazz and rhythm and blues. It is characterized by a walking bass line, accented rhythms on the offbeat, and a fast tempo. Ska laid the groundwork for rocksteady and reggae music and has been influential in the development of other music genres.