Recommended albums by a UK punk/ska fan.

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Hang-Ups
1.  Hang-Ups by Goldfinger
The list author says:
  "This album was my introduction to punk/ska. In my opinion it's Goldfingers best work and it's difficult to pick out standout tracks."
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City Of Thieves
2.  City Of Thieves by Sonic Boom Six
The list author says:
  "Currently my most listened to band and I think this offering is their best. A true blend of genres that the band mix together seamlessly."
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Duck and Cover
3.  Duck and Cover by Mad Caddies
The list author says:
  "This album was also part of my punk/ska education. It's based around ska, but incorporates other styles. An excellent album."
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Civil Disoberdients
4.  Civil Disoberdients by Capdown
The list author says:
  "A hardcore punk album with ska thrown in. It comes across as original instead of gimmicky and neither the punk or the ska overshadows the other."
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Battle Hymns
5.  Battle Hymns by Suicide Machines
The list author says:
  "This album grew on me. At first I prefered Destruction By Definition but Battle Hymns has superseded that album and become one of my all time favourites."
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The Rot Stops Here
6.  The Rot Stops Here by Suicide Bid
The list author says:
  "Fuel for my growing addiction to dub. Memorable choruses from both the dub and punk songs. The various singers help keep it interesting from start to finish."
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Hello Rockview/Losing Streak
7.  Hello Rockview/Losing Streak by Less Than Jake
The list author says:
  "Another of the first ska/punk albums I heard. Not only do you get two albums bundled together, but in my opinion they are the best two releases by the band."
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Boxing Clever
8.  Boxing Clever by Farse
The list author says:
  "Farse mix punk and ska in a unique way that compliments both genres. The punk is melodic and the ska is smooth."
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40 Oz. to Freedom
9.  40 Oz. to Freedom by Sublime
The list author says:
  "My favourite offering from the band. Mixing reggae, punk and rap as well as using samples and covering various songs, there's plenty to enjoy."
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Life of the Party
10.  Life of the Party by Planet Smashers
The list author says:
  "A pure and simple ska album. No distortion, just bouncy songs often with humourous lyrics."
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The Band Geek Mafia
11.  The Band Geek Mafia by Voodoo Glow Skulls
The list author says:
  "Once you accept that the vocals are never going to be melodic, then you can really enjoy the rest of the music on offer."
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Songs of Innocence and of Experience
12.  Songs of Innocence and of Experience by Adequate Seven
The list author says:
  "Take everything that makes a punk/ska album great and then substitute the ska for funk. This album demonstrates the successful union of punk and funk."
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Turn The Radio Off
13.  Turn The Radio Off by Reel Big Fish
The list author says:
  "Catchy, bouncy ska songs laced with punk and humour. The punk leans towards pop, while the ska is simply sublime."
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Osc-Dis: Oscillator in Distortion
14.  Osc-Dis: Oscillator in Distortion by Mad Capsule Markets
The list author says:
  "My liking of punk lead me to this group, even though the music is more metal with electronic elements and digital hardcore influnces. Some songs are better than others but overall an amazing album."
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Www.Pitchshifter.Com
15.  Www.Pitchshifter.Com by Pitchshifter
The list author says:
  "Again, not a punk/ska album but a fantastic and original album. More likely to appeal to punk fans than those of ska."
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Look What I Almost Stepped In
16.  Look What I Almost Stepped In by The Vandals
The list author says:
  "The first Vandals album I ever heard. Punky, poppy, funny."
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Zoot Suit Riot - The Swingin' Hits of The Cherry Poppin' Daddies
17.  Zoot Suit Riot - The Swingin' Hits of The Cherry Poppin' Daddies by Cherry Poppin' Daddies
The list author says:
  "This band plays a variety of styles, but I think it's swing that they particularly excel at. Appealing as they also play ska (not on this specific release)."
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Fury of the Aquabats [Us Import]
18.  Fury of the Aquabats [Us Import] by Aquabats
The list author says:
  "Light hearted, humourous ska. And it is the humour that really makes this album worth listening to."
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Live.Breathe.Build.Believe
19.  Live.Breathe.Build.Believe by The Skints
The list author says:
  "The most promising ska/punk band around although musically leans more towards reggae and dub. This album works very well as a whole, although several tracks are strong enough to stand up on their own."
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In Silico
20.  In Silico by Pendulum
The list author says:
  "I've never had much more than a passing interest in drum and bass, but this album is so beautifully crafted that it's difficult not to appreciate it."
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