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Save Ferris
Led by the indomitable Monique Powell, Save Ferris first burst onto the SoCal scene in the mid-’90s with their infectious fusion of ska, punk, and pop. Their debut album It Means Everything—released via Epic/Sony Records—went platinum, cementing their place among the defining acts of the third-wave ska movement. The band’s fearless reimagining of Come On Eileen became an instant classic, while their three alternative radio singles all charted on the Billboard Hot 100, with two breaking into the Billboard Top 40.
Save Ferris has gone on to tour the world—from Indonesia to Slovenia—playing thousands of shows for millions of fans over the past three decades. Known for their explosive horn sections, driving guitars, and Powell’s unmistakable vocals, the band has remained one of ska’s most enduring and influential voices.
Now celebrating nearly 30 years of global touring and musical resilience, Save Ferris continue to push forward with new releases and a renewed creative spark.
About Save Ferris:
Hailing from Orange County, CA, Save Ferris helped define the sound of the late-’90s ska-punk explosion with their electric blend of brass, attitude, and irresistible melodies. Led by vocalist Monique Powell, the band continues to spread joy and empowerment through their music—proof that ska’s heartbeat is as strong and soulful as ever.
Photo Credit: Fabien Castro
What others have said about Save Ferris' live show:
"There was never a dull moment onstage with Save Ferris. Powell led a powerhouse performance throughout the set; it was the most fun I’ve seen a band have onstage in a while. Her talent and charm as a front-woman carried the show with a mixture of sensational vocals, a sense of vulnerability, and comedic instinct."- OC Music News
"Finally, the arrival of Save Ferris proved that no matter how much has changed, some things never will. The room weighed heavy, thick with anticipation for a band some of us have stayed in touch with for 25 years and some of us were finally over ourselves enough to embrace again. I was immediately reminded why I fell in love with SF so many years ago."- That's Good Enough For Me
"Save Ferris arrived on stage to thunderous applause. From that point, the electricity in the general admission area swept up everyone and, probably for the first time in years, I saw an audience moved to a frenzy of ska dancing. Save Ferris gave you exactly what you wanted to hear performed and exactly the experience you’d expect."- That Music Magazine
"Powell’s stage persona seems tailor-made for a Vegas residency; on this evening, she slipped easily between genres such as swing and pop and proved she could drop entertaining, wise-cracking stage banter with the best of them."- San Diego Reader
