Transitions (Gate)

This 2006 Hellcat debut from Boston's acclaimed ska septet places the band on a growing list of "new traditionalists", bands like the Aggrolites and the Slackers that bridge the gap between 60's Reggae, Soul, and Blues and modern approaches, with touches of Jazz and Country. While sharing the stage with heavy hitters like the Toasters, the Mighty Mighty Bosstones, the Street Dogs, Reel Big Fish, and the Skatalites, Westbound Train have forged their own sound, where highly danceable ska arrangements and rock steady beats are in ample supply.