Chainska Brassika, the dynamic 8 piece ska-reggae band from south east London have
teamed up with actor, film producer and ska reggae fan Frank Harper (Lock, Stock and
Two Smoking Barrels, Bend It Like Beckham, Football Factory) to release their infectious
and unapologetically carefree new single ‘Simple Things’ on 6 th March 2020.

The accompanying video for ‘Simple Things’ captures the essence of Chainska’s
contagious energy on stage and has been directed by Frank Harper. The single is a
riotously refreshing ode to the uncomplicated things in life, a modus operandi that Chainska
Brassika endorse wholeheartedly and with cheerful abandon.

‘Simple Things’ was recorded at Red Bull Studios and features Frank Harper laying down
his distinctive vocals as spoken word over the bridge section of the lively and infectious
anthem.

The World Reggae Contest champions are at the forefront of the UK’s new ska movement
and have a distinctive vibrance in their sound that combines sweet melodic vocals, rough

lyrics with high energy ska rhythms and reggae passages soaked in magnificent brass
lines.

Audiences across the UK have witnessed the band’s pulsating live show, which is set to
make a debut in the US with two official showcase performances at the legendary SXSW
2020, followed by nine more UK dates across April to October this year, including the
International Ska Festival in London and Ska Gate in Margate.

With their irresistible Chainska bounce, the 8 piece has been steadily building up an army
of fans, gigging to packed venues across the UK and Europe, supporting Madness, Toots
and the Maytals, Gentlemen’s Dub Club and The Skatalites. The band have filled
countless UK venues and mesmerised crowds at festivals including Glastonbury, Outlook,
Hay Festival, Rototom Sunsplash, Valley Fest, European Reggae Festival, Jamaica and
more.

Chainska Brassika collectively said “Life on earth, commonly comes at us with packaging,
shrapnel and dressed up bollocks. Do we really need it? Does it ever serve us? Amongst all
of life’s blessings there are trials and tribulations for all to conquer. It’s the Simple Things in
life that really count. Our new single highlights the bare necessities that help us get through,
core values like music and fellowship are what Chainska is all about. Reggae and ska have
always been linked with protest and this track celebrates the alternative to all the
complications. Simple things is about moving away from the issues, surpassing them and
dealing with them in our own way. We can’t wait to showcase our UK sound to the
American masses and hopefully gain their respect. Watch this space.”