The Jumpers was a ska/reggae band from Adelaide that was active from 1979-1982. On a Wikipedia page about Australian Ska they are credited as the first ever Australian Ska band. Their track '1966' was featured on the 5MMM Compilation Album of Adelaide Bands 1980.
Members[]
- James Carruthers - vocals, flute
- John Hilliard - guitar, vocals
- Michael Hope - bass
- Jim Bowden - organ, vocals
- Dave Lennon - drums
- Collette Snowden - alto sax, percussion
- Cathy Tune - vocals
- Ngaire Naffin - tenor sax
- Michael Mahoney - guitar
Discography[]
Singles
- You Don't See It - (Sundown, 1981)
EPs
- Galimalias Amoureaux - (S&G, 1981)