Balu Brigada is a punk/ska band from Spain that formed in 1999 after the members met in college. They are known for their energetic live performances and their mixture of urban-style ska with punk influences. The band released their first album, Barrio de Cangrejos, in 2001, which was followed by numerous EPs and albums. Their most recent LP, El Mundo de Nuestros Diamantes, was released in 2019. With their blend of punk, ska, dub and hip-hop, the band has built up a cult following in their home country and has become one of the major names in the Spanish punk scene. Their music has been featured in movies, on TV shows, and further afield. They tour extensively in Europe and continue to write and record new music together.