Kingston Rudieska is a nine-piece South Korean ska band formed in 2004. Their sound is mainly influenced by first-wave Jamaican ska, as well as other Caribbean genres including reggae and calypso music. They are heavily influenced by the Skatalites and frequently perform Skatalites covers. Many of the members are jazz musicians, and their sound is heavily influenced by ska jazz, with band members frequently performing solos during performances.
With a high-energy style and a large backing band, Kingston Rudieska has gathered popularity around Korea, touring the country heavily and playing for most of the major music festivals including Jisan Valley Rock Festival, Pentaport Rock Festival, and Busan Rock Festival. They have had fewer chances to travel abroad due to their large roster, but they appeared at the Philippine Ska Festival in 2012. They have opened for such international acts as Chris Murray, The Slackers, Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra, and Dr. Ring-Ding.
They have collaborated with famous Korean musicians including Bobby Kim, YB, and Sim Soo-bong. They have appeared on numerous Korean television programs and become well known around Korea.