The Ratchets – Late Stage Capital

New Jersey’s The Ratchets, longtime purveyors of punky reggae, are back at it with what is arguably their first foray into full-blown ska with “Late Stage Capital,” a track that is sure to move the feet of the New Tone generation clamoring for the next dance floor filler.

“Late Stage Capital” is a ska-infused critique of end-stage capitalism that invites us to dance along as the world draws closer to impending collapse. Amidst a bleak backdrop of rising oceans, unsustainable debt, and government inaction, the band cross-pollinates effervescent rhythms with their trademark working-class malcontentedness. The satire of getting “recession-proof” with “survival jazz” sees them offering defiance even in the face of decline. Get off your seat and skank to that late stage beat!