About US

With a nod to Jamaican ska and the 2-tone movement, The Semitones deliver music that moves your feet.
Ska, Rocksteady and Reggae with a post-punk feel so reminiscent of the 80s. Our mix of energetic, rhythmic and soulful songs are sure to get your feet tapping or get you out on the dance floor. 
Veteran musicians from Vancouver, Canada. We're still in this because we love the music.

Clare O’Callaghan – Lead Vocals
Jerry Gratton – Vocals & Guitar
Zeljko Karlica – Lead Guitar & Vocals
Shane Wilson – Drums & Percussion 

Mark Henning – Bass & Vocals

Janine King – Trombone & Keys
Heather Anderson – Trumpet

 

Upcoming & Recent shows

Jan 30
Vancouver
Blue plate special Vinyl Release Party
the semitones with the pillocks
Hero's Welcome
available soon
Sept 18
Vancouver
Ska Extravaganza
Featuring SKAboom, the semitones and xu Wave
the Waldorf Hotel
SOLD OUT
Feb 21
Vancouver
Lunar New year Dance party
The Semitones & Asian Persuasion Allstars
Lanalou's rock n roll eatery
Sold Out
Dec 5
vancouver
an evening of soul & ska
the vanrays, the semitones & the pillocks
the waldorf hotel
Sold Out
june 5
vancouver
ska - reggae - rocksteady
brehdren, mivule & the semitones
the cobalt
Sold Out
April 12
vancouver
the semitones with Combine the victorious
and XU Wave
Red Gate Arts society
Sold Out
Dec 28
vancouver
a night of juh
the semitones with DJ duh
the anza club
Sold Out