Southern California ska and reggae outfit A-100s have announced their debut album Rude and Lovely, due out July 10, 2026 via Pirates Press Records.
The band is led by Matt Hensley of Flogging Molly and Sean Wheeler of Throw Rag, trading their usual styles for a sound rooted in vintage ska and reggae, with a touch of Conjunto accordion.
First single ‘Too Rad To Be Sad’ is out now on all major platforms, alongside a music video. The track leans into a simple message of staying positive and looking out for each other.
The record has been years in the making, with contributions from players connected to The Aggrolites, Mad Caddies and Mariachi El Bronx. Production comes from Roger Rivas.
Rude and Lovely will be available on 12-inch vinyl via Pirates Press, with European pre-orders through Coretex Records and UK distribution handled by Plastic Head Megastore.
Tracklist:
01. Too Rad To Be Sad
02. Rude and Lovely
03. Backseat Window
04. City Rhythm
05. Stay In The Light
06. Conjunto Nights
07. Beauty Salon Sign
08. Ramshackle Love
09. West Coast Rudie
10. One Hundred Times