The Inciters

Two decades of inciting

"HOLD ON TIGHTLY, GONNA RIDE THIS RHYTHM TO THE VERY TOP, AND I’LL KEEP ON MOVIN’ TILL THE MUSIC STOPS, CLIMBING RIGHT BACK ON IT WHEN THE NEEDLE DROPS"

Influenced by the Northern Soul sound of the '60's & '70's, The Inciters have managed to achieve the perfect balance of catchy melodies with a strong back-beat, all the while maintaining their punk roots. With ten members (sometimes more!) wielding drums, bass, guitar, a full horn section, and three female vocals, The Inciters have no problem filling a room with their powerful sound. The three vocalists lead the band through finely crafted original songs as well as traditional soul music that will get you out of your seat!

The Inciters are from Santa Cruz, but tour Europe annually. Seeing the band perform at a Ska or Punk festival is a highlight not to be missed. 

Their highly anticipated album "Bring Back The Weekend" (Pirates Press Records) finally captures the band at it's core. The blending of Punk, Jazz, Ska, Psychobilly, Garage, and of course Soul was released in the Fall of 2023. At the start  of 2025,  a 7" single for "Bring Back The Weekend" was released. B/w a sizzling version of Nolan Porter's "If I Could Only Be Sure" (Pirates Press Records). Included with the 7" single is a  limited edition 12 page full color comic book!  Drawn and inked by Gerald Stryker, the storyline follows the lyrical journey of "Bring Back The Weekend", with each member giving a glimpse into their 9-5 daytime lives! 

The Spring of 2025, saw the release of "I Gave You My Soul". An EP with new tunes to make you move! 

Since the bands inception, The Inciters have relentlessly packed dance floors, released numerous albums and singles, played hundreds of shows and, above all, have had the most fun doing so.