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Interview: Skindred – interview by james wright In a time when musical imitation passes for innovation, U.K upstarts Skindred have come to challenge everything you know about music. Combing the best elements of the Deftones, System of a Down, 311 and Bad Brains, Skindred have successfully defied musical boundaries. The roots of Skindred can be traced back to frontman Benji’s prior stint in funk/reggae rockers Dub War during the early 90’s. “T he way I looked at it was, Dub War was a formula 1 racecar and we got stuck at the starting line,” says Benji. “ Dub War was signed to Earac...

Skindred’s Benji Webbe: ​“What do I put longevity down to? I can’t get that magic anywhere else…” From Dub War to Skindred, the always-honest Benji Webbe reflects on a whirlwind career of famous fans, ​“sleeper” records and forever doing things his way… Words: James Hickie The moment that kick-started Benji Webbe’s life changing for the better didn’t seem positive at the time. It happened at Reading Festival 2018, following a triumphant main stage set from Skindred, a band with a distinguished pedigree when it comes to live performances. Moments after leading ...