Skindred is a Welsh reggae rock, punk rock, and heavy metal band from Newport, South Wales. The group is well known for their unique blend of styles, often dubbed “ragga-metal”, that is a combination of punk, heavy metal, and reggae. The group was formed in 1998 with vocalist Benji Webbe, guitarist Dan Sturgess, bassist Jeff Rose, drummer Mikey Demus, and guitarist/keyboardist Paul Solomon. Since their formation, the group has released five studio albums, with their most recent, Kill the Power, coming in 2014. They are also known for their spectacular live shows, often including crowd surfing and impromptu jam sessions. Skindred have achieved relative success in the UK and Europe, however their reach extends further than just the EU as their song “Nobody” was featured in the movie Love Guru in 2008.