On The Upbeat

This week Ben Basile joins Anthony for a one-on-one interview. They discuss the importance of affordable bass gear,  the musicians featured on “Benergy,” hot drops in Fortnite, and what Ben's jazz friends think of him playing in Big D and the Kids Table. All this and Ska News and Ska Picks of the Week. Ben Basile: https://www.benbasile.com On The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.com Ska News…..-Brad pittance and the piratesOn May 10th Brad pittance and the pirates released them new song Nuclear lady. https://open.spotify.com/album/5bTfIl0IGisGoB1wf0zpKD?si=9SnOQ0IaRZC2UKr4c6Actg -Chilled Monkey BrainsOn May 16th Chilled Monkey Brains released their cover of Lagwagon's May 16th.https://open.spotify.com/album/6eKXNU981vMduk0M3mqZs4?si=4t3ZFdK4RI-rQbZbaZ59Qg-Buck-O-NineOn May 16th Buck-O-Nine released their new album, Cut Out The Noise. https://open.spotify.com/album/0OO6aQfyUxEoAgOyMAAr07?si=4I3uKcTVSsGm6RbL78aprgSka News 2025 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0CLg5HvXyFxP6hQxQi9Qfs?si=fmVCy1bORNGmlle3FA4-uw&pi=u-gkNw56cQRWeaSka Picks of The Week 2025:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bzFTOq9JPpWk1KSEg2nqE?si=Dh0zXfgHSeqfVKsYs0HRJw&pi=u-bIgOFTm_QpaGSka News Theme by Dang!thttps://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/musicMain Theme by Millington: ⁠

This week Brittany and Tim from Catbite join us. They breakdown the band's new EP, Doom Garden. We discuss making music videos, song writing, recording and we listen to their song Eyes Wide. We also talk about life on the road, where to get good a cheesesteak in Philly and much more food talk. All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. Ska News…..-The End TimesOn May 13th The End Times released a three songs EP called Cannibals.https://open.spotify.com/album/01yeVEJoSr6ycKqwU9zG8w?si=nmkDIq7qRIC2gZrZTvYvvA-Ben BasileOn May 2 Ben Basile released his new album called Benergy. https://open.spotify.com/album/7mkfyUUPqnf5UKYYDuR1ub?si=MF57EOAFSRmhE380vV5Hcw-Run and Punch On May 5th Run and Punch released a new song called We've Never Met.https://open.spotify.com/album/6tpKRyzd6R44w2mrqLlNrW?si=V0jO4EfYRJurGdCYutxHVQSka News 2025 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0CLg5HvXyFxP6hQxQi9Qfs?si=fmVCy1bORNGmlle3FA4-uw&pi=u-gkNw56cQRWeaSka Picks of The Week 2025:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bzFTOq9JPpWk1KSEg2nqE?si=Dh0zXfgHSeqfVKsYs0HRJw&pi=u-bIgOFTm_QpaGSka News Theme by Lab Bratshttps://labbrats.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington: ⁠https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music 

This week Tony and Christian from Skappository join us. We discuss the good and band of concert venues, Skappository's new EP, how the band got their name, the Long Island ska scene and we listen to their song Sometimes Antisocial (Always Antifascist)” . All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of The Week. Skappository: https://skappository.bandcamp.comOn The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com•Ska News….-Half Past Two ON Friday May 2 Half Past Two released a cover of Am I Dead Yet? Originally by Tiny Stills. https://open.spotify.com/album/1dlba1YZ55JOBTOsQpnpaT?si=TT-7zWkgSxKfOJw29Y5kRg-The DoomstompersOn May 2 The Doomstompers released a new song called Next Week. https://open.spotify.com/album/7oYKu5IuA008FiMvz2oBRT?si=7fkI3uIdSR6D-WgQbF8ZRg-The SkavelinasOn May 2 The Skavelinas released a new four song EP called Till We Die. https://open.spotify.com/album/6lXeIYCUsMzVjEYLaYmf9I?si=HkNbqdcqT2iciF8x9_X9lQSka News 2025 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0CLg5HvXyFxP6hQxQi9Qfs?si=fmVCy1bORNGmlle3FA4-uw&pi=u-gkNw56cQRWeaSka Picks of The Week 2025:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bzFTOq9JPpWk1KSEg2nqE?si=Dh0zXfgHSeqfVKsYs0HRJw&pi=u-bIgOFTm_QpaGSka News Theme by Dang!t:https://dangitband.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington: ⁠https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week we are joined by Chris Lucca from Suburban Legends and The Littlest Man Band. Chris tells us about learning to play the trumpet and his early ska years in Philadelphia, PA. We learn how he started playing with Suburban Legends and moving west. Chris talks about making music for video games and playing in The Littlest Man Band. We discuss some of our favorite ska covers, Ska News and of course, our Ska Picks of the Week. Chris Lucca:chrislucca.comOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.comSka News…..-CatbiteOn April 23 Catbite released a new song called Put ‘Em Away. This song will be on their EP Doom Garden that's out May 9th.https://open.spotify.com/track/32O8kVV2bDzv0NVgpw0OZd?si=8bGd70hYQuKUvA1OBrSoxA-The SlackersOn April 25th The Slackers released a new track called My Last Star.https://open.spotify.com/track/6BrJssMHukMs44WWfCS67L?si=gcx3WnL7THOixcQrsqvNrwSave FerrisOn April 25th released a new song called Get Dancing.https://open.spotify.com/track/3GjkcPwf6HU4BgzhMwszdG?si=c27hXeOwRR6kI3smhaZOMASka News 2025 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0CLg5HvXyFxP6hQxQi9Qfs?si=fmVCy1bORNGmlle3FA4-uw&pi=u-gkNw56cQRWeaSka Picks of The Week 2025:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bzFTOq9JPpWk1KSEg2nqE?si=Dh0zXfgHSeqfVKsYs0HRJw&pi=u-bIgOFTm_QpaGSka News Theme by Lab Brats: https://labbrats.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington: ⁠https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/musicHidden Tack:It's Gonna Me (ska cover by Half Past Two) https://youtu.be/oPbSu8NoBOA?si=fNVcTt57MHH0lQ1r

This week Charles and Tricia Some Ska Band join us. First, we discuss how we listen to music. Do we listen to playlists, albums, digital or physical media? Tricia and Charles tells how they got into ska music. They also breakdown the bands new album, Lost In A Moment. We talk about writing lyrics and overcoming writers block. All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week! Some Ska Band: someskaband.com On The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.com Ska News…….-Hans Gruber and the Die Hards vs SGT. ScagOn April 22 these two bands released a new split EP called Reboot.https://open.spotify.com/album/4ZRg1dZU9yaKamy71bQqVi?si=LasUoMe4RrWrnmqsI6Coag- The PhensicOn April 18th The Phensic released a new song called The Only Goth In Harlem. https://open.spotify.com/album/7xvyWRSPb59ENPlLz8Ngix?si=GyyqpjQxTLi-clJ6pFr42g-The Georgetown Orbits On April 17th The Georgetown Orbits released their brand new full length album 'Constellations'.https://open.spotify.com/album/0vDUK9wL2asDsk7nKcfQAK?si=J1OLCy-HRzW1WuWUAe9lhgSka News 2025 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0CLg5HvXyFxP6hQxQi9Qfs?si=fmVCy1bORNGmlle3FA4-uw&pi=u-gkNw56cQRWeaSka Picks of The Week 2025:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bzFTOq9JPpWk1KSEg2nqE?si=Dh0zXfgHSeqfVKsYs0HRJw&pi=u-bIgOFTm_QpaGSka News Theme by Dang!thttps://www.dangitband.comMain Theme by Millington: ⁠https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week Tyler and Spencer from Swigfoot join us. First, we discuss what we think is best ska album opener.  We also learn about the early days of Swigfoot , putting together their new self titled album, the Arizona ska scene, playing shows and much more. All this along with ska news and our ska picks of the week. Swigfoot:swigfoot.comOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.com Ska News…-Buck-O-Nine On April 9th Buck-O-Nine released a new song called Razorface. This is the first single of their new album Cut Out The Noose that drops everywhere May 16th. Let's listen to a clip of Razorface. https://open.spotify.com/track/3UNAa3YtTx3YspTDpcBT67?si=fOB_BQNiRLWS9lMABdLfeQ-MillingtonOn April 11th  Millington released a new song called Summer Disease. https://open.spotify.com/album/31yE7CRqw1tN12Shn6zhxi?si=YuimhodGQU6eqlAmxIluaA-The Big Skandal On April 14th The Big Skandal released their new album, Allies In Heaven, Comrades In Hell. Let's listen to a clip of the song Give It Up.https://open.spotify.com/album/5y6BJwOMUHwb9MHiG6cCFX?si=_oAIPDykRwOFvk8iwl26aASka News 2025 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0CLg5HvXyFxP6hQxQi9Qfs?si=fmVCy1bORNGmlle3FA4-uw&pi=u-gkNw56cQRWeaSka Picks of The Week 2025:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bzFTOq9JPpWk1KSEg2nqE?si=Dh0zXfgHSeqfVKsYs0HRJw&pi=u-bIgOFTm_QpaGSka News Theme by Lab Brats:https://labbrats.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington: ⁠https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week Sammy Kay from The Kilograms joins us. Sammy breaks down the band's new record, Beliefs and Thieves. We discuss the album's title, song writing, the art of fading a song out and Sammy and Anthony geek out about gear. We also wonder if fans of a band can turn you off to a band? All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of The Week! The Kilograms: https://thekilograms.bandzoogle.com/homeOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.comSka News…..-Abbraskadabra On April 4th, Abraskadabra dropped their new album, Pack Your Bags.https://open.spotify.com/album/3BBApPl2UzNhL9pPLPqwIg?si=N_ChRP4TRQ-9tFsxgR8LdA-The ScootersOn March 31, The Scooters released a new song called Working Class. https://open.spotify.com/album/5x0icCs0SJ8mwIubgnXZya?si=pDicLIZ9R42Im7ks_nH1Zg-The ChainsOn April 4, The Chains released a new song called The Rent. https://open.spotify.com/album/3JtyhOIeR0yvHW0l9Zr3pF?si=0atsA2FYThqGviI0HRCAKQSka News 2025 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0CLg5HvXyFxP6hQxQi9Qfs?si=fmVCy1bORNGmlle3FA4-uw&pi=u-gkNw56cQRWeaSka Picks of The Week 2025:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bzFTOq9JPpWk1KSEg2nqE?si=Dh0zXfgHSeqfVKsYs0HRJw&pi=u-bIgOFTm_QpaGSka News Theme by Dang!t:https://dangitband.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington: ⁠https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week Rich Zahniser formerly of The Hippos joins us. Rich tells us about the band's early days, recording in The Beastie Boys' studio, life on the road and how The Hippos got signed to Interscope Records. We also discuss the album cover for Heads Are Gonna Roll, recording of the album and early reaction to its 1999 release. All this and Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. Rich Zahniser;https://www.primeroyalstudios.comThe Hippos: Heads Are Gonna Roll Vinyl https://interscope.com/products/the-hippos-heads-are-gonna-roll-lp-interscope-com-exclusive?srsltid=AfmBOoo490mZtjlarOQxS4ekTtY7pJ9gjItOU6R_tUvkF0FTO7BIUI5VOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.comSka News……-Abraskadabra On March 21 abraskadabra released a new song called No Strings Attached. https://open.spotify.com/album/2R3BO51lmiNLzZ8qJ8r43D?si=CCDj1WI4RR6WxNORpXPeEg-Joker's Republic On March 21 Joker's Republic released their cover of Lit's My Own Worst Enemy.https://open.spotify.com/album/6Tcr1GlMox5UJ3VVrNoTiH?si=DDqI7wpWR_GUn6GGj02n8A-The Kilograms On March 20th The Kilograms dropped a new song called Battles . https://open.spotify.com/track/7dpdey94k4VLMydkNvPrgW?si=z90rowwITge2SqRRL9aT8A&context=spotify%3Aalbum%3A2Qz7dqhzS2Pg8T6Ntmm1vBSka News 2025 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0CLg5HvXyFxP6hQxQi9Qfs?si=fmVCy1bORNGmlle3FA4-uw&pi=u-gkNw56cQRWeaSka Picks of The Week 2025:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bzFTOq9JPpWk1KSEg2nqE?si=Dh0zXfgHSeqfVKsYs0HRJw&pi=u-bIgOFTm_QpaGSka News Theme by Lab Brats:https://labbrats.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington: ⁠https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week Billy and Mauricio of The Skatastrophics join us. We discuss their history as a band and with ska music. We learn how being from Huston, Texas influences their sound and what their local scene is like. We also listen to a new song called TV Glows. All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. The Skatastrophics:https://www.instagram.com/the_skatastrophics?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.comSka News…..-SkappositoryOn March 14th Skappository released a new track called Steel Toe Love. https://open.spotify.com/track/4CeneHX9WdyZ7t5AP0aBwm?si=Dav1QM2BQVO8KYyVNV3RlA-Distorted Times On March 10th Distorted Times released a new song called Hella Highwater. https://open.spotify.com/track/0YFOwx2uvXWKaRFMtE7XEc?si=drrNpmnrStq54V8xMxDAGg-Title Holder On March 18th Title Holder released a new song called Time Won't Stop. https://open.spotify.com/album/1NyVZ7FQXCMDunP2MNukea?si=WUxxBjqJTza8TECVToSRIgSka News 2025 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0CLg5HvXyFxP6hQxQi9Qfs?si=fmVCy1bORNGmlle3FA4-uw&pi=u-gkNw56cQRWeaSka Picks of The Week 2025:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bzFTOq9JPpWk1KSEg2nqE?si=Dh0zXfgHSeqfVKsYs0HRJw&pi=u-bIgOFTm_QpaGSka News Theme by Dang!thttps://dangitband.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington: ⁠https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week Alex Stern from The Pomps joins us. Alex breaks down The Pomps new record. We discuss the album's production, lyrics,  music and title. We also talk about Alex's other music ventures and A.I. ska bands. All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. The Pomps:https://thepomps.bandcamp.com/musicOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.com Ska News….-Half Past TwoOn March 7 Half Past Two released their cover of Shot Down by Scowl. https://open.spotify.com/album/3qFGn7hs88Y6phdBPm7v8Q?si=8NPBmidmSZehsaOHm9sIQA-Age of KidOn Match 7 Age of Kid released a new EP Called You Called Me. https://open.spotify.com/album/0oCTFCaCEQ6o735a3FLIbf?si=yfFY1A9HQdOOGSyTPpyhyQ-Girth Control On March 11th Girth Control released a new EP Called Life's Too Short pt 2. https://open.spotify.com/album/5QVa7hkmpx5Z5Ks4TSSx8S?si=Z38qWu5KSUmAbqQprkC_8wSka News 2025 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0CLg5HvXyFxP6hQxQi9Qfs?si=fmVCy1bORNGmlle3FA4-uw&pi=u-gkNw56cQRWeaSka Picks of The Week 2025:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bzFTOq9JPpWk1KSEg2nqE?si=Dh0zXfgHSeqfVKsYs0HRJw&pi=u-bIgOFTm_QpaGSka News Theme by Lab Brats https://labbrats.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington: ⁠https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This Week Andy and David from The Players Band visit the show. They tell us about their Kickstarter campaign for the band's latest album, Skazilla. We learn how they came to work with Vic Ruggiero and Victor Rice and we listen to the song, What I See. All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. The Players Band: theplayersband.comOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.comSka News…..-The KilogramsOn February 27th The Kilograms released a new song called Faith and Love. This is the second single of The Kilograms' debut album, Beliefs & Thieves, that will be released on Friday, April 4th . https://open.spotify.com/album/7mjJvHtrZCLp2ozWk8dq8B?si=4N8IioChTO6zGk1BAQ25CA-Paint Bomb On February 27th Paint Bomb released their cover of Gourmet Race. https://open.spotify.com/track/26cTnZXaCgx8xQJ91VhBQq?si=rxE_lwVMRAmyB3kgqrHoJA-Millington On February 28th Millington released a new song called Landslide. https://open.spotify.com/track/5YY4YVwf4pOfqARgCRVviB?si=AX3_S7uRQN6X-UZi0GPPFQ&context=spotify%3Aalbum%3A048fR8LNv0By4skCQYeDyGSka News 2025 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0CLg5HvXyFxP6hQxQi9Qfs?si=fmVCy1bORNGmlle3FA4-uw&pi=u-gkNw56cQRWeaSka Picks of The Week 2025:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bzFTOq9JPpWk1KSEg2nqE?si=Dh0zXfgHSeqfVKsYs0HRJw&pi=u-bIgOFTm_QpaGSka News Theme by Dang!thttps://dangitband.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington: ⁠https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week Anthony, Collin and Kai from Chudson join us. They each tells us how they got into ska music and how their band got started. We  learn how they got Jimmy Fallon to film a video for them and we listen to their song Noise Pollution. All this and Ska News and Ska Picks of the Week! On The Upbeat is available wherever you listen to podcasts. Chudson:https://www.instagram.com/chudson.band?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==On The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.comSka News…..-Catbite On February 24 Catbite released a new song called Die In Denver.https://open.spotify.com/album/1E4Srp7xDtym6hn5PywVqn?si=FFwNDZdGSTCFKoiuaRiH9w-Brunt of ItOn February 22 Brunt of It released a new album called  it's a mad bad sad rad world. https://open.spotify.com/album/35Y4S9RgEGqoLGcPJJZPoJ?si=ha0QnV00SESvT-ZHuB3SaQ-Abraskadabra On February 21 Abraskadabra released a new track, It Was a Good Night. https://open.spotify.com/album/35Y4S9RgEGqoLGcPJJZPoJ?si=ha0QnV00SESvT-ZHuB3SaQSka News 2025 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0CLg5HvXyFxP6hQxQi9Qfs?si=fmVCy1bORNGmlle3FA4-uw&pi=u-gkNw56cQRWeaSka Picks of The Week 2025:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bzFTOq9JPpWk1KSEg2nqE?si=Dh0zXfgHSeqfVKsYs0HRJw&pi=u-bIgOFTm_QpaGSka News Theme by Lab Brats https://labbrats.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington: ⁠https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week Shane and Kevin from Calypso's Curse join us. First, we discuss how to order songs on an album. Shane and Kevin tell us about getting into music and how Calypso's Curse got it's start. They also breakdown recording their new EP and we listen to their song Death. All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week! Calypso's Cursr:https://linktr.ee/calypsoscursemusic?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaZEq2zIEbnFSo_r6sRk1GQxToPWZjc_-9BljE81YOrRRio-o6Fp0xmrLio_aem_qf_-OjVXG4bcthOzOw-beQOn The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.comSka News….-Bite Me BambiOn February 14th Bite Me Bambi released their album Eat This on streaminghttps://open.spotify.com/album/3rfwurbh0XHLYm0ddJrHQN?si=sK32AzWsStefmCtx-0askw-The Magnetics On February 13 The Magnetics released a new song called It's Your Voodoo Working https://open.spotify.com/album/1JM5JvUx8SLzGmLVLqrxQf?si=tt9YRO7dTp6kbz44_I9y0w-The PompsOn February 14th The Pomps released the third single of their upcoming album. The new song is called New American Hotel. The new album from The Pomps on bad time records drops this Friday. It's called Partial Eclipse of The Pomps. https://open.spotify.com/album/54DSxeyh1JHPVE10nLDVre?si=WIXrMS_AT1elOKe2sRRTaQSka News 2025 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0CLg5HvXyFxP6hQxQi9Qfs?si=fmVCy1bORNGmlle3FA4-uw&pi=u-gkNw56cQRWeaSka Picks of The Week 2025:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bzFTOq9JPpWk1KSEg2nqE?si=Dh0zXfgHSeqfVKsYs0HRJw&pi=u-bIgOFTm_QpaGSka News Theme by Dang!t:https://dangitband.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington: ⁠https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week Anthony and RJ chat with Josh and Illan from Sad Snack. They talk about  their personal history, Cheers, rock operas, east coast ska vs west coast ska, and more. They also discuss their newest single “Brain Fog” and discuss plans for releasing their first full-length album! All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. Sad Snack: https://flow.page/sadsnack?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYNQYvKTPe8LUghpLP97z4hNgs1pFahttFwUYYNdRbixdxkJBgAR0P9-5c_aem_9Z6Pxy6ndseZGqcFlpbR5wOn The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.comSka News…..-Stranger ColeOn February 7th Stranger Cole released a cover of Low Rider. https://open.spotify.com/album/1ER4lvY0ZxN2HbNbRVLJ3P?si=U0hrI7tbSyuQiPD-8BYKPA-Huge PuppiesOn January 31, Huge Puppies released a new EP called Out.https://open.spotify.com/album/5gFVc3dLRnZFY2pvOH26sm?si=W3DKoe2NSgSvyQuqrrnOHA-Panteon RococoOn February 7th, Panteon Rococo released a new single called Cha-Cha Love. Ska News 2025 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0CLg5HvXyFxP6hQxQi9Qfs?si=fmVCy1bORNGmlle3FA4-uw&pi=u-gkNw56cQRWeaSka Picks of The Week 2025:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bzFTOq9JPpWk1KSEg2nqE?si=Dh0zXfgHSeqfVKsYs0HRJw&pi=u-bIgOFTm_QpaGSka News Theme by Lab Brats:https://labbrats.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington: ⁠https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This Week Mike and Callyn of The Wavebirds join us. First we discuss what bands we would like to see reunited. Mike and Callyn tell us how they got into ska and how The Wavebirds started. We also discuss song writing, video games, horns, voice acting and Canadian ska. All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week!  The Wavebirds:  https://linktr.ee/thewavebirds?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=2cfa5d89-70b8-4955-aaf0-78974be97b29 On The Upbeat:  ontheupbeatska.com Ska News….. -Combustible Nuts On January 24 Combustible Nuts released a new song called Commercial Break (Log!)  https://open.spotify.com/album/17cT0BI90owB4OIjIyacum?si=WG-5u8pTT3iTrqjhhzVOCQ -The Kilograms On January 21 The Kilograms released a new song called Beliefs and Thieves.   https://open.spotify.com/track/0oIRQyj9VWPSaGiiem9Y1o?si=4xAIa7ErTr-BOfNBG-hw5g -Sad Snack  On January 21 Sad Snack released a new song called Brain Fog.  https://open.spotify.com/track/0euk5bvRuclLsZ7aJ6bqJO?si=yev5DZo5SqimPxMEnz__BQ Ska News 2025 Playlist:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0CLg5HvXyFxP6hQxQi9Qfs?si=fmVCy1bORNGmlle3FA4-uw&pi=u-gkNw56cQRWea Ska Picks of The Week 2025: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bzFTOq9JPpWk1KSEg2nqE?si=Dh0zXfgHSeqfVKsYs0HRJw&pi=u-bIgOFTm_QpaG Ska News Theme by Lab Brats: https://labbrats.bandcamp.com Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This Week Mike and Callyn of The Wavebirds join us. First we discuss what bands we would like to see reunited. Mike and Callyn tell us how they got into ska and how The Wavebirds started. We also discuss song writing, video games, horns, voice acting and Canadian ska. All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week!  The Wavebirds:  https://linktr.ee/thewavebirds?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=2cfa5d89-70b8-4955-aaf0-78974be97b29 On The Upbeat:  ontheupbeatska.com Ska News….. -Combustible Nuts On January 24 Combustible Nuts released a new song called Commercial Break (Log!)  https://open.spotify.com/album/17cT0BI90owB4OIjIyacum?si=WG-5u8pTT3iTrqjhhzVOCQ -The Kilograms On January 21 The Kilograms released a new song called Beliefs and Thieves.   https://open.spotify.com/track/0oIRQyj9VWPSaGiiem9Y1o?si=4xAIa7ErTr-BOfNBG-hw5g -Sad Snack  On January 21 Sad Snack released a new song called Brain Fog.  https://open.spotify.com/track/0euk5bvRuclLsZ7aJ6bqJO?si=yev5DZo5SqimPxMEnz__BQ Ska News 2025 Playlist:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0CLg5HvXyFxP6hQxQi9Qfs?si=fmVCy1bORNGmlle3FA4-uw&pi=u-gkNw56cQRWea Ska Picks of The Week 2025: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bzFTOq9JPpWk1KSEg2nqE?si=Dh0zXfgHSeqfVKsYs0HRJw&pi=u-bIgOFTm_QpaG Ska News Theme by Lab Brats: https://labbrats.bandcamp.com Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week Andrew and Barrie from The Maka Sticks join us. The tell us their musical history and how The Maka Sticks got started. We discuss what a maka stick is, what went into the band's sound. We also listen to their song Friday Night and we discuss the DC ska scene. And of course, ska news and ska picks of the week.  The Maka Sticks: https://linktr.ee/themakasticks?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYVjmcIo03ly2FcnWNmCEohigHDKlxrR2et2Rge5CCqc6yq9rHKZROBlOQ_aem_a4mpFXwx7o8zoIt6dFX9kA On The Upbeat:  ontheupbeatska.com  Ska News….. -The Pomps  On January 17th,  The Pomps announced their new record "Partial Eclipse of the Pomps" out 02/21/2025 and available for preorder at Bad Time Records NOW! Lead single "That's Not A House" is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/track/4wK0r0Z3RjvwatQlSBbl8j?si=Ew_vaGxkQj2cnulU_mLLKg -Abraskadabra  On January 17, Abraskadabra released a new song called Swings and Roundabouts. Streaming everywhere.  https://open.spotify.com/track/4yWCppWwgdnLZtSfJqiLqk?si=0hKnN6k6R0Kt2gyV_X4rMA -Legal Disaster  On January 17, Legal Disaster released a new song called Crystal Rock Steady. It's streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/track/48phlh1alg6UPigorpywRZ?si=yqzTv1MgSLykFSKI1RJ1uQ Ska News 2025 Playlist:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0CLg5HvXyFxP6hQxQi9Qfs?si=fmVCy1bORNGmlle3FA4-uw&pi=u-gkNw56cQRWea Ska Picks of The Week 2025: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bzFTOq9JPpWk1KSEg2nqE?si=Dh0zXfgHSeqfVKsYs0HRJw&pi=u-bIgOFTm_QpaG Ska News Theme by Lab Brats: https://labbrats.bandcamp.com Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week Nick and Kellen from Stacked Like Pancakes join us. First we discuss breakfast for dinner. Nick and Kellen tell us their history with music and how Stacked Like Pancakes got started. They give a bunch of fun info on their latest EP, Everything Happens.  We talk about Taylor Swift, song writing and your mom. All this and of course, ska news and our ska picks of the week.  Stacked Like Pancakes https://www.stackedlikepancakes.com On The Upbeat:  ontheupbeatska.com Ska News….. -Combustible Nuts On January 10th Combustible Nuts released a new song called Drink Until I Can't Feel Feeling. This new song from Combustible Nuts is streaming everywhere now. https://open.spotify.com/album/5hl84cVKOIf4mU0iSnRL0D?si=2L4imn32RL-NjlCG3azbsg -The Gamblers on January 10th the gamblers released an new song called Boom! Boom! https://open.spotify.com/track/37uZCkzhwtS7Cr2H3ywRkU?si=npnccPdCSoueFex-v1higw -Mr. scientist On January 10th Mr. Scientist released a self titled full length album. This new album from Mr. scientist is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/3akHIwb0X3wOQKdn4DYzr9?si=02yNyAL3RvKcZiorvWsIcQ Ska News 2025 Playlist:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0CLg5HvXyFxP6hQxQi9Qfs?si=fmVCy1bORNGmlle3FA4-uw&pi=u-gkNw56cQRWea Ska Picks of The Week 2025: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bzFTOq9JPpWk1KSEg2nqE?si=Dh0zXfgHSeqfVKsYs0HRJw&pi=u-bIgOFTm_QpaG Ska News Theme by Lab Brats: https://labbrats.bandcamp.com Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music Opening Audio Clip from: Nobody's Listening, Right? Podcast  https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8Fx6te7/

This week Brian from This Repeats joins us. Brian breaks down his ska and musical journey. He also tells us the history of This Repeats and we listen to their song, Tear Gas. We also discuss creating a band name and their albums production. And of course we give you ska news and our ska picks of the week.  This Repeats: https://linktr.ee/thisrepeats?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

This week Tara Hahn from Half Past Two joins us to breakdown all the ska of 2024. Also, be sure to listen for the surprise mystery guest. This is an episode you don't want to miss.Half Past Two:halfpasttwoska.comOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.comSpotify playlist Ska Favorites:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠Main Theme by Millington: ⁠https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week Brayden and Ryan from The Skariginals join us. First, we discuss Disneyland rides. We also give you ska news. Ryan and Brayden tell us the history of The Skariginals, how they recorded the first EP, playing Warped Tour and we listen to their new song. And lastly, we give you our ska picks of the week.  The Skariginals:  https://www.skariginals.com On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com Ska News….. Hub City Stompers  On December 6th Hub City Stompers released a new album called Drinking Rage. This 14 song album from Hub City Stompers is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/1tuNPuJxqiKZ0xOuEtnK0O?si=2VExUlZESh-rUn2VYzqboA  -Swigfoot On December 6 Swigfoot released a new song called Fight Party.  https://open.spotify.com/album/5sNxZqwWMJJYgXvCVeYhr0?si=XwR6lTswQCawZWWe-KkGnQ -On The Upbeat  On Friday, December 13th we are releasing our holiday themed charity album called Arose Such a Clatter: An Effortless Holiday. This album will be available exclusively on our bandcamp page. All the proceeds will go to Toys for TOTs.  https://open.spotify.com/album/0geCVkG3ZZgCLFZPJ6891c?si=QNyI5-6ESqiciF-xWityYA Spotify playlist Ska Favorites:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week author Becca Spence Dobias joins us. Becca tells us about her ska history, her love for writing and what inspired the writing of her ska themed romantic comedy, Pick It Up. We also chat about what holiday films are the most ska, we give you ska news and of course we tell you are ska picks of the week.  Becca Spence Dobias  https://linktr.ee/BeccaSpenceDobias?utm_source=linktree_profile_share On The Upbeat:  ontheupbeatska.com Ska News….. -The Abruptors On November 22 The Abruptors released a new track called St. Louis. This new ska song from The Abruptors is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/track/0KQwn4S0XHSwEIlqSOv0hM?si=yBkiamxmSWuh1cAE35y2UA -Admiral Akbar's Dishonourable Discharge  On November 23, Admiral Akbar's Dishonourable Discharge released there new EP called Q: Are We Not Ska? A: We are AADD https://open.spotify.com/album/4Eg5IPM2vjvF09vlyNPIA6?si=H41OUEdYRq6S0DdLWIldKQ -Mega Infinity and Bad Mary On December 3rd Mega Infinity and Bad Mary released a split ep called Mega Bad Disaster Party. Each band has two songs. https://open.spotify.com/album/2JqfwS7iA0ltZb6dpIfe56?si=vc7ZuminQ0yulKyEEPCE_Q  Spotify playlist Ska Favorites:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week Tahlena from Bite Me Bambi and TJ from The Barstool Preachers join us. First we discuss how much we would spend on concert tickets and we give you ska news. Next,  Tahlena and TJ discuss their tour across the states and what they enjoy about tour life.  TJ  talks about the early days of The Barstool Preachers and Tahlena talk about Bite Me Bambi's new album.  We also the good and bad of 90's ska. All this and our ska picks of the week.  Bite Me Bambi:  https://bitemebambi.com The Barstool Preachers https://thebarstoolpreachers.com Ska News…. -Sad Snack  On November 15, Sad Snack released their new single Dang It Bobby!. This new ska track from Sad Snack is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/1k42nZLNraFKZ4pZvsK5Ns?si=_gSqVs7xR3a_P0y6OvH02w -Smash Mouth…. on November 14, Smash Mouth released a ska punk cover of Love Me Do originally by The Beatles.  https://open.spotify.com/album/2kHaBoDc3ICsgFKUsS7rmM?si=duDXwj8AQnmkMtLdkqR-Gw -Mutiny  On November 14th, Mutiny released a four song EP called Avant Guardian, Vol.1. This new ep from Mutiny is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/2ZAM628d8taew5TV3w8C88?si=NVKGI6GuRRatCuJhn3uGrg Spotify playlist Ska Favorites:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week Caitlin , Dan and Gabriel from Bumsy and The Moochers join us. First, we discuss how far we would travel for a show and we give you some ska news. Next, Caitlin, Dan and Gabriel break down the new EP. The band also discusses their time at Fest. They also tell us what it's like to be a Midwest ska punk band. We end with our ska picks of the week.  Bumsy and The Moochers:  https://linktr.ee/Bumsyandthemoochers?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

This week Benny from The Boy Detective joins us. We start off by discussing strange public encounters and we give you some Ska News.  Next, Benny tells us how he got into music and how The Boy Detective got their start. Benny breaks down the band's new album, Exhibition. We listen to a song off the new record and Benny talks about his podcast, Let's Talk About Death. All this and of course our Ska Picks of the Week.  The Boy Detective: https://linktr.ee/theboydetective?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

This week Joe Cooper and Karen Roberts from Chase Long Beach join us. First we discuss Halloween and Trick or Treating. Next, Joe and Karen breakdown the band's new EP, Rico's Cocktail Club. We also discuss the band's new single, Blue Lucinda. Joe and Karen talk about the differences in picking and playing shows in 2024 vs 15 years ago. All this and Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week.  Chase Long Beach:  https://linktr.ee/chaselongbeach?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaaFiFadVTBDrcR6r8D2rM_eFN2sBhN34xYn5-1bQ98Tm5wFW47bmUHx0YU_aem_DwtFqXI7m4x1nKAtS1m2AQ On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com  Ska News…….. -Half Past Two on October 18th Half Past Two released a deluxe edition of their latest album, Talk Is Killing Me. This deluxe version features 5 live tracks and 3 new songs. This deluxe version is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/7jbZl9etaC547S9M3tPAZB?si=HyvPlybPQTSIo3yKhcidIQ -Lab Brats On October 18th Lab Brats released their debut self titled album. It features 8 fun ska punk tracks. It's streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/7LCTORgNNwkeBw3FsOCr2N?si=LsR7j9YzTRq8NyGiokLTKA -Louser On October 22, Louser (AKA Chris Graue) released a new song called Overtime. A music video was also released for the song. You can find that on Chris Graue's YouTube channel.  https://open.spotify.com/album/00L3c3ZeijdvcCnGhLhzf6?si=QSNJMAw9S9OcIa0pfPUcvQ Spotify playlist Ska Favorites:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/63977926/chase-long-beach-skalloween-ep-relreasewith-

This week Greg Rodrigue, bassist for  Bad Operation joins us. Greg talks about his early days playing music and how Bad Operation got its start. We learn the origins of the term New Tone and how being from New Orleans informs on the band's sound. All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week.  Bad Operation: https://badoperationneworleans.com On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com News….. -Bite Me Bambi  Last week Bite Me Bambi released their new single Do The Damned. You can find the music video on the band's YouTube channel and Do The Damned from Bite Me Bambi is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/track/4t39ylWzjCCKcmgpKG2GTl?si=nG0VEAIeR_e07OP6ZAKTKg -Left Alone Lastly, on October 11th Left Alone released a new song called Pawn Shop Guitar. This new track from Left Alone is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/track/4VXwinj0tJojMKJ1RHqJk3?si=H0ofMEoRTD26_m93DPmbRg -Chase Long Beach On October 11th Chase Long Beach released their new song Blue Lucinda. This is the third song from Chase Long Beach's upcoming EP Rico's Cocktail Club. Blue Lucinda is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/track/68Ufa3aT3PtNn01XYRdamP?si=j4g5nKtaRJiO1MNwmWTqxA Spotify playlist Ska Favorites:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week Phil from Ska Punk Daily joins us. Phil tells us all about the new ska compilation that Ska Punk Daily is releasing called Ska Is For Nerds. We learn about the song selection process, the art work and what lead Phil to wanting to put out  a compilation on CD. We also talk about the influence Ska Punk Daily has had on the current ska scene. And Lastly, we give Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. Ska Punk Daily: https://www.instagram.com/skapunkdaily?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Order Ska is For Nerds: https://www.roaddogmerch.com/collections/ska-items/products/ska-is-for-nerd-compilation-cd?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaarzy2r7gRJGAUOwbDEuy-Je1zSDKTHtidFN5h1M-15Rx9l_qoDN13UGOE_aem_INpoiuaAwkYtBRywh6MTyg On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com Ska News….. Bumsy and The Moochers On October 4th  Bumsy and the Moochers announced a new ep called Anywhere But Here, will be dropping November 1. With this announcement the band also released a new song. Please Abduct Me from Bumsy.  https://bumsyandthemoochers.bandcamp.com/album/anywhere-but-here -Rat Boy On October 4th Rat Boy released a new album called Suburbia Calling.  https://open.spotify.com/album/3iAQitcuplHDsqFkxmU7XF?si=vYweQGv-TM-XUCm8DJtifw -Less Than Jake On October 8th announced a new  EP called 'Uncharted' will drop November 15th. Along with this announcement they also released a new song called Sunny Side. lessthanjake.com  Spotify playlist Ska Favorites:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week, author of In Defense of Ska, Aaron Carnes joins us. Aaron tells us all about the second edition of his book. We discuss the added chapter, added stories and more ska insights. Aaron tells us his guest wish list for the podcast and where he would like to see the “In Defense of Ska” brand go. All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. Kill Lincoln  On September 27th Kill Lincoln released their new album No Normal. You can order a vinyl copy from Bad Time Records and it's streaming No Normal from Kill Lincoln everywhere now. https://open.spotify.com/album/26smvKKPp6hV9wI9sJLkp2?si=mSoBe5-_TgqZe5MSuPSRQA - Bedouin Soundclash On September 24, Bedouin Soundclash released a new song called, when the night feels my song (reimagined) featuring The interrupters.  https://open.spotify.com/track/4TfoVS6xS51LoQZiiAoA34?si=sCD58yldSfaKilpa5MdURg&context=spotify%3Aalbum%3A5GqJSchIe7iEk46xdp8hK1 -The Boy Detective  On September 29, The Boy Detective released their new song She Only Dates Astronauts (so what on earth is she doing with me) . This new ska track from the boy detective is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/6xNjgMWkdHbtM3EdtmRBE7?si=w37OiscKRviKpc4YHx1dRA Spotify playlist Ska Favorites:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This Week Adam Davis of Omnigone joins us. Adam tells us about releasing two albums in a year and half. He also breakdown the origins of “Ska Now More Than Ever” . We also listen to Omnigone's Bad Raido, talk about video games and escape rooms. All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week.  Omnigone:  https://www.instagram.com/0mnig0ne?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com Ska News…… -Rude Girl Revue  On September 15 Rude Girl Revue released the Supernova EP. This ep is a mix of originals and covers. This release is currently available on the bands  band camp page. https://rudegirlrevue.bandcamp.com/album/the-supernova-ep -Mutiny  On September 14th Mutiny released a new song called O Salutaris. https://open.spotify.com/album/1JYrMo0OJBU3PbVFjGHUWJ?si=FMojtuzwSCWjqfvmMtaBGw The Calamatix On September 20th The Calamatix released their self-titled duet album. This 12 song ska recorded from The Calamatix is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/2MXh1vEZhxp0VHED2m6mZQ?si=1Y-XaaTBSdykdfWbrwv86A Spotify playlist Ska Favorites:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week Tami and Rich from The Goodwin Club join us. We discuss the early days of the band and the early / mid 90's Orange County ska scene. Tami and Rich also tell us about the band's newest album and about the making of their newest music video, Join The Club. All this and of course Ska News and our ska picks of the week.  The Goodwin Club:  https://www.instagram.com/thegoodwinclub?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com Ska News….. The Maka Sticks  Recently, The Maka Sticks, from Washington DC released their debut EP called The Nation's Skapital.   https://open.spotify.com/album/0tyLXZ4L5w7cto4WV2V0n2?si=8w_iTSQjT7ieNHPgeokHBw -The Kilograms  On September 13 The kilograms released a new song called Every Street. It's streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/track/3s5vuMMsU8zSJ5uOrqRo2P?si=8fZ7p4s-TRKF8BH3Joc-sQ&context=spotify%3Aalbum%3A0mmTSRtpv5CPif0bODZoLc -Kill Lincoln  On September 13 Kill Lincoln released a new song called Little Ghosts. This is the third song off Kill Lincoln's upcoming new album called No Notmal. No Normal drops September 27th. Little Ghosts from Kill Lincoln is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/18DenmqKAeHS1MNFyrjoJF?si=t3cB-s3YQV-5hNYrLOpPJw Spotify playlist Ska Favorites:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week James, John and Nick from The Guilty Parties join us. First we discuss a show the band has coming up and what goes into a good ska show. We also breakdown the band's new song, The Last Stand. They tell us about the song's evolution and the art work for the song. And lastly we give you some ska news and our ska picks of the week.  The Guilty Parties:  https://hyperfollow.com/theguiltyparties?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYXmMk-Ut6jGCV8cwRKgbgcB8dOdU6s-wk5EuunM-VuPxi8IK28nhanNXY_aem_RkkvIpQJ3ayzmKbRenWGPA On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com •Ska News…… Half Past Two featuring Brittany from Catbite on September 6th Half Past Two and new song with Brittany from Catbite called Wrong For You. This new ska song is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/65KA22w3k8EiT0D0GP3iYV?si=WN5BAtrVSUWwAdyjPn_Wyg The Wavebirds    On September 6th The Wavebirds released a new song called High Score P.L.I.  https://open.spotify.com/album/3drhdPPKPT9Nxu7oMfM8gP?si=jIJ1YdqRSfOJ8kguVfkVMA Less Than Jake On September 10th Less Than Jake dropped a new track called Brand New Day. This is the final song to be released as part of a four song EP.  https://open.spotify.com/album/5C6mPpGNlw6ovkuO0WMADa?si=ZsLZVfKPQS2kZp8PJ8IOJA Spotify playlist Ska Favorites:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week we chat with Thomas, Ryan and Kayla from Voluntary Hazing. We discuss what Mountain Dew flavor is the most ska, the band's history and how they each got into ska. We also breakdown their song Professionally Offended and talk about a promise Thomas made about the song. And as always, we give you some ska news and our ska picks of the week.  (Episode Note: during the recording of the episode we had a small audio issue. We did our best to fix it or edit around it but it is still noticeable. We are sorry for this inconvenience. ) Voluntary Hazing: https://voluntaryhazing.wixsite.com/official On The Upbeat:  ontheupbeatska.com Ska News…… -Chase Long Beach On August 30, Chase Long Beach released a new song called Secrets of Summer. This new ska punk song from Chase Long Beach is streaming everywhere now. https://open.spotify.com/track/5PvjPHhbTPknbjPE01N7Jy?si=WO6EC6V-RrC0DATzCMlmDA&context=spotify%3Aalbum%3A5aSabFGisfWJ1xeJ90LeoN -Bad Operation  On August 30th Bad Operation released their new song I Don't Wanna Know. This New Tone ska song is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/6erqiMK3nECWjFtlHX96i8?si=dtjJhR97Qm6oXlgpUnh6Yw -The Goodwin Club Also, August 30th The Goodwin Club dropped their new single Join The Club. This is the title track off their upcoming new album that you can preorder now at wiretaprecords.com  . The new song Join The Club from The Goodwin Club is streaming everywhere now https://open.spotify.com/album/6erqiMK3nECWjFtlHX96i8?si=dtjJhR97Qm6oXlgpUnh6Yw Spotify playlist Ska Favorites:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week Drew Shriver from Kill Lincoln joins us. Drew talks about the This Is New Tone documentary, the upcoming new Kill Lincoln record, stage diving, tour life and so much more. We also give you ska news and our ska picks of the week.  Kill Lincoln: https://linktr.ee/killlincoln?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=96581866-21fe-470f-aefa-cc59e19745f2 On The Upbeat:  ontheupbeatska.com  Ska News….. -This Repeats  On August 15th This Repeats released their new self titled album. https://open.spotify.com/album/6V9WFTYa1E5GCjInJgHpUb?si=efqJ4DU3T2-8OzSdJq6A9w -Hey-Smith  On August 14th Hey-Smith released a new song called Feel My Pain.  https://open.spotify.com/track/1E7jzvwcqCgdh00z1AnuDN?si=Qzc2_MyCR_CHPB1EBYjjPA&context=spotify%3Aalbum%3A1Oj1HdbssQgwiuV6H1aP08 -Less Than Jake  On August 20th Less Than Jake released a new track called Not My Problem.  https://open.spotify.com/track/1G2i3IJqLZSpZdlCbLhi6D?si=5y21CPIeQFqi74ucaVH1bw&context=spotify%3Aalbum%3A40jJDZN04BPrRoJcMf3dCv Spotify playlist Ska Favorites:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week Ric and Jeremy from Courtesy of Tim join us. We discuss the writing of and meaning of the band's latest song, Reintroduction. We also talk about tickets prices, flugelhorns , paying for reviews and of course Ska News and Ska Picks of the Week.  Courtesy of Tim: https://courtesyoftim.bandcamp.com/track/reintroduction On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com Ska News….. -Newport Secret Six -  On August 10th Newport Secret Six released a new album Rising Tide. The featured song will be “Two Heads and Bucket” https://open.spotify.com/album/1jPhRjdk6opCu2dNkW8elO?si=YpN4ZjrMToOBXOUnJKZZsg -Kingston Rudieska On August 6th Kingston Rudieska their self-titled new album.  Let's listen to the song Oscar Wilde.  https://open.spotify.com/album/5jyw0stshCbWaF1AAG8hID?si=kBHjCCAnQoyUHlkRVaQq6A -Melbourne Ska Orchestra   On August 9th Melbourne Ska Orchestra released a new single called, John Wayne.  https://open.spotify.com/album/3n3dNIu2hRo4JHBV30XZer?si=wfE2u-HPRuCWnIq-MrWbtg Spotify playlist Ska Favorites:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week Rob, Mike and Luis from The Ruffolos. The band gives us the breakdown of their new EP and their live album. They also discuss singing, dancing and playing their instruments at the same time. They also tell us what they love about the ska scene. And of course, ska news and our ska picks of the week!  The Ruffolos:  theruffolos.com On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com Ska News….. Stacked Like Pancakes On August 2 Stacked Like Pancakes released their new EP Everything Happens. This 6 song ep from Stacked Like Pancakes is streaming everywhere now. https://open.spotify.com/album/0Em1YttXZmkYZHYasnbIT3?si=-_xXfL92QZ--MTyIjEvAcQ -Dr. No On July 29th Dr.No released their new album  The Bank. https://open.spotify.com/album/0Em1YttXZmkYZHYasnbIT3?si=-_xXfL92QZ--MTyIjEvAcQ -Kill Lincoln  Also, on August 2 Kill Lincoln announced the release of their new album No Normal. The album drops on September 27th. You can order a copy from Bad Time Records now. Kill Lincoln also released a new single called Im Fine(I lied) . It's streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/3ZUXTjSuzjH6WdDmioPcEX?si=T239LjluSUO1dar5Cn1cMQ Spotify playlist Ska Favorites:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music 

This week Reese and Leanor from Five Iron Frenzy join us. They talk about their upcoming California shows and playing an old school set. We also discuss classic FIF music videos, balancing a set list, selling out,  and playing ska for Jesus. And as always, we give you ska news and our ska picks of the week.  Five Iron Frenzy: fiveironstore.com On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com Ska News….. -Voluntary Hazing  On July 19 Voluntary Hazing released a new full length album called Addictive Little Sounds. This 11 song ska punk album from Voluntary Hazing is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/6Eq7dMMSVYhbk0GRglwUBv?si=iEDTKucgSqKWBqEuBwyJwA -Gelugugu  On July 24th Gelugugu released their cover of Hoshikage No Warutsu. It's streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/4hhHzVE7gia5aX65rmp85V?si=jOub-spSQ-e5Gt_d_o3ljQ -Omnigone On July 26 Omnigone released their new album, Feral. This is the bands 3rd album on Bad Time Records and Feral from Omnigone is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/63fq5lOFhNb0JEeAo09htf?si=g7XBhjCJQGuvCYDXMJLe6A Spotify playlist Ska Favorites:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week Justin and Bill from Codename:Rocky join us. First, we all discuss our own near death experiences. Next, we ask Justin about what it was like replacing the band's original lead singer. Bill and Justin breakdown the writing and recording process of their latest EP, Foundation. We talk about releasing music in today's music industry and making a vinyl record. All of this and of course ska news and our ska picks of the week.  Codename:Rocky Vinyl:  https://wiretaprecords.limitedrun.com/products/809365-codename-rocky-blueprint-foundation-12-lp?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYYP9PEp09Wzgbf_BXjrTAodhBbpno-ExQN6Jub9AExvU7mG4Vj893vryQ_aem_ZmFrZWR1bW15MTZieXRlcw Tickets for the August 24,2024 Show with Suburban Legends: https://www.universe.com/events/suburban-legends-25th-anniversary-show-tickets-westminster-XB3V8K?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabI4HM0pY4ygWmxogv3ocX9Bev9vwbu70JfiH8AGnzZwjCC35Mic-tTIFc_aem_RMR48TjnhrheJv8XpZR7wQ&&ref=BANDS On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com Ska News…… Goldfinger/Less Than Jake  On July 19th Goldfinger and Less Than Jake released their cover of Post Malone's I Had Some Help. This new ska punk cover from Goldfinger and less than Jake is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/track/16vZqHIxTpNbsI7pNVPtmw?si=BAdgzy9mTxmaKc_Bykbe0w -The JB Conspiracy On July 19th The JB Conspiracy released their EP, propagation house. This new 6 song ep from The JB Conspiracy is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/1ZAZfqz13NIbP52vO0zZnf?si=_haKEsHrQFuZhpB5hCZQKA -Simple Minded Symphony.  On July 23 Simple Minded Symphony released a new song called Off On Bitter Ends. It's streaming now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/2rwNr7W63ZCKKJu5T8Y6zO?si=m1NulTUgRYiPS8XCB9IzWg College of the Third Wave For decades, metal has been the dominant musical force in tabletop RPGs. But NO LONGER! Introducing the College of the Third Wave, a Ska-inspired Bard Subclass for 5e. This zine has everything you need to PICK IT UP in your next campaign. From starting magical mosh pits to summoning horn sections to battling Really Big Fish, these new class features, spells, magic items, and monsters are better than getting extra mozzarella sticks! The College of the Third Wave is NOW LIVE on Kickstarter! Head on over to tinyurl.com/upbeatbard to check out the project  https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/skippinginfinity/college-of-the-third-wave-a-ska-bard-subclass-for-5e?ref=96ttm2 Spotify playlist Ska Favorites:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music 

It's Suburban Legends! This week Brian Robertson, Vince Walker and Brian Klemm from Suburban Legends join us to celebrate their 25th anniversary. We discuss their Darkwing Duck cover, their upcoming anniversary show and we take a look at their musical journey these last 25 years. All this and we give you some ska news and our ska picks of the week.  Suburban Legends: suburbanlegends.com  25th Anniversary Show Tickets: https://www.universe.com/events/suburban-legends-25th-anniversary-show-tickets-XB3V8K?ref=SOCIAL&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaZJ9pMH8KHh3x8uXK6JlW5CkFzLWsmYmOeY7Xe65SG61nqbNl88mRt7TPA_aem_ExUZf3YcoMUcBW_roBgZ4Q On The Upbeat:  ontheupbeatska.com Ska News… -The Goodwin Club On July 12, The Goodwin Club released a new song called See All Color. This is the first song off the band's coming new record called Join The Club. The new album releases September 20th. See All Color from The Goodwin Club is streaming everywhere now.   https://open.spotify.com/track/4Kpa49YN1KjqJ0FWgjdolb?si=etewU0JTR3C-gDBhCiRmvA -Unfunfair On July 12 Unfunfair released a new song called Wurn. It's streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/1Zw1as42wVwU6GCKQWjRNF?si=n-ahdxwFTOilBQRG8OdYTA -Devon Kay and The Solutions  On July 16th Devon Kay and the solutions released a 2 song ep called Devon Kay and the solutions and Knuckles. This ep features two songs both from video games. t's a surprise 7 inch vinyl of two amazing covers, which Devon Kay and the Solutions made into their own blend of power pop and ska punk. This 7” can be preordered over at Ska Punk International records.  https://www.skapunkinternational.com Spotify playlist Ska Favorites:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

his week Saxton from Runaway Ricochet joins us. Saxton tells us about the creation of the band's latest record, Diminishing Returns. They tell us about joining Ska Punk International Records and the importance of community. Saxton also, explains how they learn to sing and play bass. Lastly, we give you ska news and ska picks of the week.  Ska News -The Operators  On July 5th, The Operators released a new record album called, Self titled second album. This new ska record from The Operators is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/4nWzsfn6SxIXfJSLnpAqWT?si=Nn8mDOfMQJSdO5WuN0kucA -The New Limits Also on July 5th, Boston's own The New Limits released a new song called Dead Weight. This new track from The New Limits is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/track/3WFqCvxBJbbULq0K1vQEV1?si=u64nF1rVS8qRkEe36LEAHA -Major League Skankers  Lastly, on July 5th, Major League Skankers released their 8 song self-titled ep. This new skacore ep from Major League Skankers is streaming everywhere now. https://open.spotify.com/album/0XeEC36snHRVUvA7haijmk?si=maMVCMlfT1Ob4qdR-gD6-Q Spotify playlist Ska Favorites:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week Backyard Superheroes join us to discuss their new album. Tam, Shelly, Brian and Gary break down the song writing, recording and art work for their new album, Mass Hysteria. The album drops Friday, June 28th. Lastly, we give you some ska news and our ska picks of the week.  Backyard Superheroes:  https://backyardsuperheroes.square.site/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaapXvQRe8rTSmwMaS8X9eieNOf66Z9s4zqJ0e-34oCsAU8pYri2cC1buLg_aem_Imqv0eSOkiZGiPipbZ8YrQ On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com  •Ska News -Suburban Legends On June 14 Suburban Legends released their cover of Darkwing Duck. https://open.spotify.com/track/2cgWfcWY32wA05is3Mypjt?si=O1JS39dxSri38bwqSUeA-Q The simulators On June 21 The Simulators released a new self titled album.  https://open.spotify.com/album/1wyVTWhwCr44DNj0cj2Kaj?si=qsjpTvdqSaeycw8nTmm98Q -Less Than Jake On June 20th, Less Than Jake released a new track called Broken Words. This new track from Ska Punk Legends Less Than Jake is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/track/0HPNtnw8qhK0IAQlxMPNjB?si=-Zp-V9jVSySws97IIg8iEw Spotify playlist Ska Favorites: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

On this week's episode, Gary and Matt discuss what ska songs they would put on a summer playlist. They also decide which ska cover is better, Take on Me by Reel Big Fish or Come On Eileen by Save Ferris. Lastly they give you some ska news and their ska picks of the week. On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com •Ska News- -Omnigone On May 31 Omnigone released a new song called Quicksand. It was also announced that they would release a new album called Feral on July 26th. The album will be out on Bad Time Records.  https://open.spotify.com/track/4n1vDCsNoCypYFA4MpHHP4?si=ifKvQI8mS9KQssvM2p4-aQ -This Repeats Recently This Repeats dropped a new song called Anxious Fake. This Repeats has Andrew from Five Iron Frenzy playing drums. Let's listen to a clip of Anxious Fake by This Repeats.  https://open.spotify.com/track/0AIO6FlpwLpxCPujzhOa86?si=cbC3LzWHT1O56uc6Zog7Rg -Backyard Superheroes On June 14 Backyard Superheroes released their new song, At Least My Dog Thinks I'm Cool, exclusively on their bandcamp. If you purchase it there, 100% of the sales will go directly to the SPCA.  https://backyardsuperheroes.bandcamp.com/track/at-least-my-dog-thinks-im-cool-2 Ska Summer Playlist: Please only add two ska summer songs Do not remove/ thumbs down anyone else's songs. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6QP7FNrv9lEtWHsFLwJttx?si=9MXqITdLTk2QzfwPzQjymg&pt=c55be82bbe4cb30c6f94065940f09d9e Spotify playlist Ska Favorites: ⁠ https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week Erin MacKenzie from The Rins joins us. Erin talks about getting into music and what lead to her joining The Doped Up Dollies. Erin also details the creation of The Rins and the writing and recording of their debut album. Erin also breaks down the different musical styles on the new album. Lastly, we give you some ska news and our ska picks of the week. The Rins:  https://linktr.ee/therins?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaawe280xzPv7XeovHLzyq-DYm6ChpLXMzkYiq0PUBckE3TD8IywvN-4Qis_aem_ASf7tfczwUL5kLo-RFiHAD4ikwSnwTGPuUUtEKwvudRnN2pL7GeOIwzvwb4ViDtuqHaeIYaBjy6df78ljokEq0ZS On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com Ska News- Pigs Parlament  On May 27, Pigs Parlament released a new song called The Trouble Fakers. This new ska punk song is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/track/6nNi22slfZDA8zmG3MmudU?si=AMDWa-atSQaiBgurIEsxhQ -Mayson's Party  On June 5th,  Mayson's Party released a new EP Called Sun. This four song ska punk EP is streaming everywhere now. https://open.spotify.com/album/5tmp7z5T5tqp2rv5CKOEj8?si=eAj9GIaoRfmxDVpBXWL__w -Codename:Rocky  On June 7th Codename:Rocky released their new song “Killing The Chemist”. The song is off their upcoming album Foundation which will be out on July 19 via Wiretap Records. Killing The Chemist is streaming everywhere now. https://open.spotify.com/album/5tmp7z5T5tqp2rv5CKOEj8?si=eAj9GIaoRfmxDVpBXWL__w Spotify playlist Ska Favorites: ⁠ https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

This week we chat with Nick and Austin from The Odd Advantage. They breakdown their new EP, Songs We Wrote in High School. We hear about the writing and how challenging it was to record with so many band members. They also discuss how they book shows and we listen their song Good Day. And of course, we give you some ska news and our ska picks of the week.  The Odd Advantage: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/theoddadvantage/mystical-herb?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1hDEtN9tyNFHGDGnJCc3MPtvcsMIZq84uzZtluKicvOoJ2_7pPME-jiLM_aem_AdMjJpbd91tImPgkLySSv8c1VATV6tqnSni6tyoB2-4T7FXBcuwgWA27mSXVHuAYYYsKIXM-JoE-0G_rwfQoeSy_ On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com Ska News…… -The Aquabats On May 31 The Aquabats released their new song No Rewind. This is their first single of the new album, Finally, out June 21.  https://open.spotify.com/album/0co4MlE0CYcVYQK9tdDrdO?si=_j3vphoVTxiJKTEu46xnqQ -News For Parrots On May 31 News For Parrots released their new EP called Breaking News.  https://open.spotify.com/album/7gp99hC9J4SnFuKVPUtysH?si=9DQafcZYReKfggBj3uX4sg -The Ska Flakes  On May 26 The Ska Flakes released their new album, I Do It Every Day. https://open.spotify.com/album/4fBhbnwhzeZHVw1xZZitPm?si=mwdJONq3SOSrg1D-ZIcCQw Spotify playlist Ska Favorites: ⁠ https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music⁠

Ska Punk International Fest 2 (SPI Fest) was an event that will be remembered as a catalyst for bigger things in our little Ska scene. Held in Windsor, CT on May 17th and 18th of 2024. Our very own Adam, “The Ska Mailman” went to this festival and managed to interview multiple bands and the face of Ska Punk International, Chris Reeves, about new music, the state of ska, and the electric atmosphere happening around us that entire weekend. Interviews include:Ali and Danny - Stop the PressesAmanda - Bad MaryAusten - Jokers Republic and FlipBex - Flip and PWRUPBrian - The Agonizers and Ghost TonesCool Chris - Ska Punk InternationalCraig - Common Sense KidEarl - Plastic PresidentsEevie - Eevie Echoes and the LocationsEric - Runaway RicochetEsteban - MatamoskaFlip - Flip and the Combined EffortMichi and Diglo - Mega InfinityRosey - Hans Gruber and The Die HardsBonus: Javi and Sofia - Marijuana Brass/Bad Time Records

This week Dino from Foolish Relics joins us to discuss the band's new song, Forget About Tomorrow (Is This Hell?). Dino also tells us about his early days of playing music and how Foolish Relics got started. Next we discuss the Tampa Bay ska scene and playing music live. Lastly, we give you some ska news and our ska picks of the week.  Foolish Relics: foolishrelics.com On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com Ska News… -Matamoska  On May 17 Matamoska released the new self titled album on Bad Time Records. This album features 9 ska punk tracks and is streaming everywhere now. https://open.spotify.com/album/0fknmlOgZSIK2bKDX7C0aV?si=5mO-SRaZTImVmV4vTJpslg -Joe Gittleman  On May 24 Joe Gittleman released the title track of his new album “Hold Up”. The full album drops June 21 on Bad Time Records.  https://open.spotify.com/album/1lKUvdMfUX7Z2GKKr4ntkj?si=UiPmE-_9Tbeg2lAVS-OXiA -Voluntary Hazing  On May 24 Voluntary Hazing released a new song called Disappointment. It's streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/7mOKhPOkmNVvGyCRExb0ZR?si=-_PZQ3f_RBGk7pAW6wA2ug Spotify playlist Ska Favorites: ⁠ https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music⁠

It's Chase Long Beach! This week Karen, Meagan and Joe from Chase Long Beach join us to discuss their new song, Repo Jake. We also discuss what ice cream is the most ska. Meagan tells us what lead her to playing trumpet for CLB. The band also how they write lyrics and what the band has coming up in the future.

It's a Mutiny on this episode. Chris and Eric join us to discuss Mutiny's history, writing and recording process. They also talk about creating the manga and what they would like to see more of in ska. We also discuss traveling far to see shows and we give you ska news and our ska picks of the week.  Ska News… Backyard Superheroes- On Friday May 3, Backyard Superheroes released the first single and title track from our new album MASS HYSTERIA  The new record is Releasing June 28th on Jump Up Records. The song Mass Hysteria features Coolie Ranx and it is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/6OQsCFXl6OWPv1IBaHfILl?si=H9br3aPxSd-5mDvJwpS_zA 2. Danny Rebel and The KGB May 3 Danny Rebel and The KGB released their new record, We're All Going To Hell. The record from Danny Rebel and the kgb is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/4vqMnmJEaGqwFJ5818LZ8A?si=HoQtAdB4QLiS2vOcVtQ7yg 3. Matamoska- Also on May 3, Matamoska released the third single of their upcoming self titled album. This new single is called Toothpick. The new album drops May 17 on Bad Time Records and the new song from Matamoska toothpick is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/track/0SuKtRF7D9D5CdnnTfits6?si=VcxYbW4PQ-66sW7wkn8aZw&context=spotify%3Aalbum%3A6WrvQ8TqjRpYof7h9wcE9S Spotify playlist Ska Favorites: ⁠ https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music⁠

It's The What Nows?! We chat with Andrew and Austin about using phones at shows and other concert etiquette. They tell us about their musical journey, how the band got started, song writing and we listen to their song Broken Down. They also tell us about the work they do with Camp Punksylvania. We also give you ska news and our ska pick of the week.  The What Nows?! https://www.instagram.com/thewhatnows?igsh=c212MzZ1a3k4YTFo On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com Ska News… -Joe Gittleman  On April 26, Bad Time Records announced "Hold Up", the new debut solo album from Joe Gittleman, will be out 6/21. Very limited vinyl is available for pre order now, and the album's first single "Plastered In The Rafters" featuring D-Ray of BAD OPERATION is streaming everywhere now. https://www.badtimerecords.com/collections/joe-gittleman/products/joe-gittleman-hold-up-vinyl -Babylove and The Van Dangos Also on April 26, Babylove and The Van Dangos released, LEAVE ME HERE TO MY QUIXOTIC MOODS. This soulful traditional ska record 11 songs and streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/0TSE0U29upzJpcxrqAesZE?si=qwOLPvnyTDSvssS5_BCFpQ -Runaway Ricochet  On April 30, Runaway  Ricochet released their new album called Diminishing Returns. This progressive ska punk record features 14 tracks and is streaming everywhere now. https://open.spotify.com/album/642PUKDO7t1pg0KIJZVUGN?si=5pGkTzrNQmKjO-XPNIKhSw Spotify playlist Ska Favorites: ⁠ https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music⁠

We started a new spin-off podcast called, Every Song Sucks: A Reel Big Fish Podcast. On this podcast we breakdown every Reel Big Fish song. We discuss the music, the lyrics and the history. We are sharing it here in hopes that you will follow that podcast weekly. You can follow the show across social media @everysongsucks . On this episode we tell you what the podcast is all about and we tell you about our love and history with Reel Big Fish. Every Song Sucks will be on its own stream from this point on. It is available wherever you get podcasts. Here are a couple of links for where to find it. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/every-song-sucks-a-reel-big-fish-podcast/id1742357059 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4dhyYkR6nRieBtugPtUMIl?si=i4KquS5VTnKxV438cRhxLw

It's Half Past Two! This week Max, Tara and David join us to discuss their new record, Talk Is Killing Me. We learn what lead to the creation on this album and take a deep dive into the album's writing and recording. We also discuss which Muppets are into ska music. And lastly, we give you ska news and our ska picks of the week.  Half Past Two:  halfpasttwoska.com On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com -Matamoska  On April 12th Matamoska released a new single featuring Jessica from Flying Raccoon suit called That's What She Said. This is the second song of the band's new self titled album. This new album is out May 17th on Bad Time Records. That's What She Said is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/track/1kbu8gLL0IvJmXIMymmwEE?si=AOFGOuQjTy6tuFYgdNcygg -Runaway Ricochet On April 16th Runaway Ricochet released a new song called, Optomist. New album Dminishing Returns out 4/30.  https://open.spotify.com/track/5aM9AmNMzJymExnWJLYjMJ?si=NNfnsb3LTz-z6ltakQCcJw&context=spotify%3Aalbum%3A20a7osDEBa6hqgZkCUn1kN -It Gets Worse  On April 15 It Gets Worse released a new song called Big Deal. This new ska punk track from It Gets Worse is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/track/0e7aGX6IX1DgG7NyGhDxd5?si=qXJp2lIKQIuLN37M14-82Q Spotify playlist Ska Favorites: ⁠ https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music⁠