Scandal (Originally recorded by Don Drummond in 1962)

"Scandal" is a composition by Don Drummond, originally recorded in 1962. While the track appears as "Scandal Ska" on later album releases, the original 7-inch single was simply titled "Scandal."

When discussing the history of early ska, Don Drummond's contribution as a composer cannot be overstated. His work helped define the sound and musical language of the genre.

The tune is built on a simple chord progression and melodies that avoid strong harmonic resolution. Combined with a loose, bouncing beat, it creates a rhythmic feel that is both simple and complex at the same time—an intriguing quality rarely found in contemporary music.

We believe that much of this distinctive rhythm and sound was shaped by the recording conditions of the era. With this in mind, we recorded our version in an environment designed to recreate, as closely as possible, the atmosphere and recording circumstances of the early 1960s.