On The Upbeat

This Week Sara Rose and John from Bounce House Ska join us. We discuss the band’s history, their song writing process, playing in California for the first time and the Arizona ska scene. We also talk about what makes for a good ska venue, Ska News and we give you our ska picks of the week.Bounce House Ska: bouncehouseska.bandcamp.comOn The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com Ska News…..-Skappository On May 1 Skappository released a new 4 song EP called Falling Out. Let’s listen to a clip of the song Here We Go Again featuring The Doomstompers. -Los DominguerosOn May 1st Los Domingueros released a new song called Pa’Lante.-Courtesy Of TimOn May 5th Courtesy of Tim dropped a new song called Tooth and Nail. This will be on their up coming Five song EP called Perennial out on May 12th. For now it’s listen to a clip of Tooth and Nail. Ska Picks….-Sara Rose: Swigfoot “Six foot Bigfoot”-John: "Haunted House" by The Boy Detective.-Matt: Plastic Knives by Hooray For Our Side -Anthony: Good Times Gone by SlapstickSka News Theme by Lab Brats:https://labbrats.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week D-Ray and Greg from Bad Operation join us. We discuss what it takes to build a ska community, life on the road, the band’s new record, Spotify and the pressure of making your sophomore record. We of course give you Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. Bad Operation: https://bio.site/badoperation?fbclid=PAVERFWARfp6xleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAafC56YhLLzaaUZE7IsNdkE6nbMhHhIHdxMnh4LEHum16ywSqq2uCjU1jZW1-g_aem_FLZXokR5Ehz5ZXBQm1XWlwOn The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com Ska News…..-Jackie MendezOn April 24th Jackie Mendez released her album This Is Jackie Mendez. Let’s listen to a clip of Should I? -Mayson’s PartyOn April 22 Mayson’s Party released a new EP called Seven. Let’s listen to a clip of 7Seas.-South Central Skankers On April 16th the South Central Skankers released a new album called insomnia. let’s listen to a clip of the song Just You and I.Ska Picks…..-D-Ray: Progress by RX Bandits -Greg: Go by Dance Hall Crashers -Matt: Right Now by Big D and The Kids Table. -Anthony: real bands 4life by slow gherkin Ska News Theme by Dang!https://dangitband.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week Harrison Nida from Victory Kid join us. We discuss ska life highlights, the band’s new album, Fortnite, the music industry and we listen to Escape Our Fate by Victory Kid. We also give you Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. Victory Kid: victorykidband.comOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.comSka News…..-SwigfootOn Friday April 17th Swigfoot released a new song called permanently lost. -Ska PaiOn Thursday April 16th Ska Pai released a new EP called Hat-Trick. Let’s listen to Greener Pastures-Runaway Ricochet On April 14th Runaway Ricochet released a new ep called Made From Recycled Materials, Vol. 2. Let’s listen to the song Presumably Dead Arm featuring Poison Ivy and The People. Ska Picks…..Harrison: Be The One by Hey-SmithMatt: Our Playlist by Half Past Two (second anniversary of Talk Is Killing Me) Anthony: Spy Market by Let’s Go BowlingSka News Theme by Lab Brats: https://labbrats.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week Neil and Drew from Late For Life join us. We talk about a band’s most popular song vs their best song. Late For Life discusses how they pick the shows they play, the San Diego music scene and we listen to the band’s song On The Take. Neil tells us how he tongues his trombone, we breakdown album art and the band talks about their stage presence. All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. Life For Life: https://linktr.ee/lateforlife?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleARNQrhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAacDU2DWp9BZOly2X5ktQtLH_yaUbUngvIHBxaEhDeWK8erYvAiW_DYOx-mPgw_aem_-QLKrrMgumh9nt3W8UXKqQOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.com•Ska News….-Fishbone (Various artist)On April 10th Fishbone released a 40th anniversary version of their album Cover Your Face. This version features the songs done by other artists. It features Bite Me Bambi, Cat Bite , Silversun Pickups, Wheatus and many more. Let’s listen to the song A Selection by Patrick Stump of Fall Out Boy. -lickshotOn April 10th Lickshot released a new ep called Lick. Let’s check out the song Solutions. -Bad Operation On April 8th Bad Operation released a new song called Working Real Hard to Let Go. It’s from their upcoming new album Everything Must Go out April 24th on Bad Time Records. Ska Picks….-Drew: Tap Nasty by Warsaw Poland Bros - Neils: Out all Night by The Pietasters-Matt: I Need To Know by Goldfinger -Anthony: “Federline” by the Georgetown orbits.Ska News Theme by Dangithttps://dangitband.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

Suburban Legends return! Brian and Vince join us to talk about the band’s upcoming UK tour. We also discuss life on the road, getting hit by horns, time zones, closing of legendary venues and fan interactions. All this and of course Ska News and Ska Picks of the Week. Suburban Legends: https://linktr.ee/SuburbanLegends?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleAREAHRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAacyYRDEEGWdUN5KQ2jIjSrRQCXVeZPFvahIOK9pLn4NrbKB0BdcUuNy1VWXOw_aem_140hSfeTxDY1_l3RqyPX_QUK Tour Tickets:https://www.bandsintown.com/a/1725?came_from=206&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleARD_81leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAafYyo3YszfGgePOqEAG4URVFbWh4wRQojPknVedQRW6Pc5bD9UTOfyIUmIn6w_aem_W7rTeJMyu5Mo3NsS6ff5AgOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.comSka News….-The Chains On April 3 The Chains released a new album called Be Careful What You Wish For. The album is streaming but is available digitally and on vinyl from the band’s bandcamp page. Let’s listen to a clip from the title track, Be careful what you wish for.-Lightyear/ Slow Gherkin On April 2 Lightyear and Slow Gherkin released a four song split EP. -Joker’s Republic Recently Joker’s Republic released a cover of Green Day’s When I Come Around. Ska Picks…..-Robot: Code name Colin “Losing Touch”-Vince: Big D and the Kids Table, “Whiplash”-Matt: Welcome To My Life by Less Than Jake (from 2017’s Sound The Alarm ep)-Anthony: The Chinkees Human Race Ska News Theme by Lab Bratshttps://labbrats.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week Brian and Jacob from Ghost Tones join us. We discuss ska music videos, how Ghost Tones got started, the bands writing process, the Connecticut ska scene and we his to a song of their new EP, Plague/Curse. All this with Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. Ghost Tones:https://www.instagram.com/ghosttones?igsh=MWdwdmpiaXdoOWE2Mw==On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com Ska News…….-Title HolderOn March 24th Title Holder released a new song called Out Of Touch. Let’s listen to a clip. -The HempsteadysOn March 13 The Hempsteadys released a new album called Dead Are Undead. We listened to their song Flea Market.-Half GoneOn March 20th Half Gone released a self titled EP. This group features members of Omnigone and Half Past Two. Let’s listen to a clip of the song Same Mistakes. SkaPicks….-Brian: same old song by The Selectmen -Jakob: the cat empire -Still Young -Matt: reciprocate some by voluntary hazing-Anthony: Too Bad by The AgonizersSka News Theme by Dang!thttps://www.dangitband.comMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week we caught up with the Bad Time Records Tour as it stops by in Orange County, California. We talk with Tara from Half Past Two, Dominic from Bad Operation and Mike and Drew from Kill Lincoln. We talk about life on the road, pre show routines, tour food, new music and tour planning. All this and Ska News! Bad Time Records: www.badtimerecords.comOn The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.comSka News…….-Runaway Ricochet On March 13 Runaway Ricochet released a new song called Autumn Leaves. -The Aggrolites On March 13, The Aggrolites released a new song called Till athe Wheels Fall Off. -Bad OperationOn March 18th Bad Operation released a new song called You Don’t Answer My Calls. This is the third single of Bad Operation’s new album Everything Must Go out April 24th on Bad Time Records..Ska News Theme by Lab Bratshttps://labbrats.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week Michi and Mike from Mega Infinity join us to discuss their new album, Harmonic Convergence. We also breakdown what cartoons are the most ska. We talk about the ever changing music industry and we listen to their song The World. We also give you Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week! Mega Infinity: https://megainfinity.band/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleAQfIXtleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAadu0MiS-FCt7Tcq3mrIeeBZHn7fjlckxGIhhaGTlMcDYpyq8v-pmhdbi_c82Q_aem_TZjgArOcCm3YIuU0cgpylQOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.comSka News…. -Bad Operation On March 6 Bad Operation announced a new album called Everything Must Go. They released a new song called Free Dom-Desorden publico On March 6th Desorden Publico released an new EP called. Salsa All Ska. We listened to the song Quimbara Quimbara. -Late For LifeOn March 6th Late For Life released a new song called On The Take. Ska Picks….-Michi: Come Dance With Me by So Many Dangers.-Mike: Trash Festers by Hans Gruber and the die hards-Matt: Bad Habit by Chase Long Beach -Anthony : Chin Up by Catch 22Ska News Theme by Dang!t:https://dangitband.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week Zach and Nate from Sorry Sweetheart join us. We discuss the band’s beginnings and their journey to their new album. We talk about song writing, recording, horn solos and song titles. We listen to their song 20 Million in 20’s and we share our thoughts on Punk In The Park. All this and Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. Sorry Sweetheart: https://linktr.ee/sorrysweetheart?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleAQV5o5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAacAvuwH-qZsXeXs899D4y_RTx41kRH0Ur38wqkTt0azgY6BwJp8JWFdAm60Qg_aem_ru9EkDxmsAQOayuiZy-6SwOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.comSka News…. -Horizon Point On February 27 Horizon Point released a 5 song EP called Talk About It. Let’s listen to a clip of their song See Ya Never-Battleska GalacticaOn February 27 Battleska Galactica released a new album called Get Together. Let’s listen to a clip of their song Anxiety.-Mayson’s PartyOn February 25 Mayson’s Party released a new song called Happy Ending. Let’s listen to a clip. Ska Picks….-Zach Pride of lions by Tokyo ska paradise -Nate Victory lap by space monkey mafia-Matt: Red Herrin by Flying Raccoon Suit-Anthony : Last One Standing by Goldfinger Ska News Theme by Lab Brats:https://labbrats.bandcamp.com Main Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week Eric and Heather join us to discuss Pioneer Valley Ska  Festival 3. We learn the history behind the festival and what goes into making it happen. We also learn about Heather’s band , Futon Lasagna and we listen to their song How Many Times? All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. Pioneer Valley Ska Festival:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/413-ska-presents-pioneer-valley-ska-fest-3-july-24-25th-2026-tickets-1979361456399?aff=ebdsshsms&utm_share_source=listing_android&sg=8109851f21fa5a54c3f9036974f84b42169c40d19629dfb2e32676a8e79aed650ff0bbfd955f8eb119446ea06711d173e50e0e4a6627c79fa9f5468edeabd4f85481fb4dc11a72c9beb39f4f&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleAQMud1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAaemH8_jv3SG46xtwrWAeHDpleKaGkZd5I9PQacENu4d30e25815elxOQdrx8A_aem_l-eE8pUFJlJGqQ-Cef4nnAFuton Lasagna: https://futonlasagna.bandcamp.com/album/small-plates?fbclid=PAdGRleAQMuyZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAafqQ4s2JqupvLwmhv94ww3NycbVVjr8plxp6WpfF5KPQHCcRcPxxWSaa5ewSA_aem_etbDNtQq5WJX0brw1UuYUwOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.comSka News…. -The Holophonics On February 20th released a new record album called Parking Garage Rally Circuit: European Tour. We listened to the clip of the song What drives you?-Dave Hilliard and the rocksteady 7On February 20th Dave Hilliard and the rocksteady 7 released a new album called a home for dinner. We listened to a clip of Until Then. -Courtesy Of TimOn February 20th Courtesy of Tim released a new song called Happy Friday. This song currently is only available on the band’s bandcamp page. Ska Picks of the Week….-Eric: Thumper -Backstabber-Heather: Sgt Scag - 401bk-Matt: Steady Riot by Big D and The Kids Table -Anthony : Rocket Fuel By MU330Ska News Theme by Dang!t:https://dangitband.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week James White (Jimmy Jam) from Left Alone joins us. First, we discuss nicknames and favorite baselines in ska/ska punk. James tells us about getting in to playing bass and joining Left Alone. We talk about the band’s latest record, True To  Form and we listen to their song Some Days.  We also discuss how being from Los Angeles impacts the band’s sound and James’ work as a tattoo artist. All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. Left Alone:https://www.instagram.com/leftaloneofficial?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==On The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.comSka News…. -Sorry SweetheartOn February 13 dropped a new song called IK4ND. This is the third song off their upcoming album called Warm Room, Good Friends. The album is out 2/27. Let’s listen to a clip of IK4ND-Hans Gruber and the Die HardsOn Tuesday February 17th Hans Gruber and the die Hards released a new album Or Hans Gruber and The Die Hards. Song clip of Pay Your Tolls-Runaway Ricochet On Friday, February 13th Runaway Ricochet released a new song called Gossip.-Ska Picks-James: the Blue Beaters - “Toxic”-Matt: The Skariginals- Up To You-Anthony: the rhythm by sort of jellybeansSka News Theme by Lab Brats:https://labbrats.bandcamp.com Main Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week we talk to Dallas’ own Set The Tone! Nick and Dustin join Matt and Anthony to chat about our favorite closing songs on ska album, the Dallas ska scene, the push and pull of writing music with trained and untrained musicians. We also take a listen to Set The Tone’s song “Hope For Tomorrow” and discuss what the song means to the band. And of course it wouldn’t be On The Upbeat if we didn’t talk about the latest ska releases and give our ska picks for the week.Set The Tone:setthetoneska.comOn The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.comSka News…. -Captain AccidentOn February 6th Captain Accident released a new song called slither on the dashboard. -Buena SuerteOn February 5th Buena Suerte released a new song called Automatico. -Offbeat Offensive On February 2 , Offbeat Offensive, released a five song EP called The Still Suck. We listened to When We Were Young. Ska Picks of The Week…Nick:Analog Boy - RX BanditsDustin: High anxiety -Suicide MachinesMatt: Police Brutality - The Planet SmashersAnthony: Puppype - kamikazeSka News Theme by Dang!t:https://www.dangitband.comMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week Nat and Becky from The Iron Roses join us. First we discuss problem solving in the ska scene. Next Becky and Nat tell us how their two person vocals came to be. They also discuss early days of the band and the importance of writing songs that mean something. We also breakdown why it’s important to speak your mind. All this and Ska News and our Ska Picks of the week! The Iron Roses:https://www.theironroses.info/?fbclid=PAVERFWAPxCARleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAad4nP3iqQShiLQx0d53ej1y0mlgml0IS7Ya7peq7uzUz0Bgd8dPlnzQGEaLsA_aem_Nhzfhgj6iKQExGxSEeEmPgOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.comSka News…. -Sorry Sweetheart On January 30, Sorry Sweetheart released a new song called Touch Grass. This the second song off their upcoming album Warn Room, Good Friends. That album drops February 27 on Bad Time Records. https://sorrysweetheart.bandcamp.com/album/warm-room-good-friends-Mayson’s PartyOn January 30 Mayson’s Paty dropped a new song called Carry On.https://maysonsparty.com/movie-More Better BandOn February 3 More Better Band released a new song called Two Tone. https://morebetterband.bandcamp.com/musicSka Picks:Nat -  Big Shot by English BeatBecky - When You Get Home by Mega InfinityMatt-Piss Off by Home Grown Anthony- Be That Way by FreakdddySka News Theme by Dang!t:https://www.dangitband.comMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week Heather and Tom from Pink Slip join us. First we discuss what kind of pizza is the most ska. We also learn Heather and Tom’s journey into music and how Pink Slip got started. We listen to the band’s latest single, Sick and Tired and they tell us what drives them to play music. All this and Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. Pink Slip:pinkslipska.com On The Upbeat:ontheubeatska.com Matt’s GoFundMe:https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-matt-get-reliable-transportation?attribution_id=sl:f7832635-c4f2-412f-901b-ed8cdc90e0f9&ts=1767961996&utm_campaign=natman_sharesheet_dash&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleAPVU9pleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAaeb-WBzsg7jdZBYRnFb-XYXYYcjPUM3yLwz99aOkr9p97Q75WwQgJ-zqBcg5Q_aem_FwUyT684bKD9t211Pg7IuASka News…-Filthy MilitiaOn January 23 Filthy Militia released their new album called High Ground. Let’s like to a clip of the title track, High Ground.-The Suicide MachinesOn January 23 The Suicide Machines released a new song called Thank You.-The ChainsOn January 23 The Chains released a new song called It Must Be Nice featuring Lady Kay. Of the Doomstompers.Ska News Theme by Lab Brats:https://labbrats.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week Sean and Ben from The Taj Motel Trio join us. We discuss the ska records we know all the words to and we learn the band’s history. We also discover the story behind the bands name and we listen to their new song. We talk about Christmas music and the Atlanta, Georgia ska scene. All this and Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week.The Taj Motel Trio: https://ttmt.bandcamp.comOn The Upbeat:ontheubeatska.com Matt’s GoFundMe:https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-matt-get-reliable-transportation?attribution_id=sl:f7832635-c4f2-412f-901b-ed8cdc90e0f9&ts=1767961996&utm_campaign=natman_sharesheet_dash&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleAPVU9pleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAaeb-WBzsg7jdZBYRnFb-XYXYYcjPUM3yLwz99aOkr9p97Q75WwQgJ-zqBcg5Q_aem_FwUyT684bKD9t211Pg7IuASka News…..Sorry Sweetheart On January 16 it was announced that Sorry Sweetheart is releasing a new record on Bad Time Records called Warm Room, Good Friends. Sorry Sweetheart released a now single of the record called Beyond Burger in Paradise.-Esteban FloresOn January 16th Esteban Flores released a new track called Rosas De Roma. —Death of Guitar Pop.On January 16th Death of Guitar Pop released a new song called Blinding. Ska News Theme by Dang!thttps://dangitband.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week Josue and Luis from Los Domingueros join us. First, we share what makes us happy. Josue and Luis talk about the band’s history and their musical influences. We discuss Latin Ska and the Albuquerque, New Mexico ska scene. We listen to the band’s new song and we talk writing and recording music. All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the week. Los Domingueros:losdominguerosband.comOn The Upbeat:ontheubeatska.com Matt’s GoFundMe:https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-matt-get-reliable-transportation?attribution_id=sl:f7832635-c4f2-412f-901b-ed8cdc90e0f9&ts=1767961996&utm_campaign=natman_sharesheet_dash&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleAPVU9pleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAaeb-WBzsg7jdZBYRnFb-XYXYYcjPUM3yLwz99aOkr9p97Q75WwQgJ-zqBcg5Q_aem_FwUyT684bKD9t211Pg7IuASka News…..-Spring Heeled JackOn Friday, January 9th Spring Heeled released a new song called Suzi Brewski. -The WavebirdsOn January 9th, The Wavebirds released a new song called The Raid Boss Killed All My Friends. -Runaway Ricochet On January 13th Runaway Ricochet released a new song called Tele Por Dia. Ska News Theme by Lab Brats:https://labbrats.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week music reviewer and ska fan, Dane Jackson, joins us. We learn about Dane’s history with ska  music and what lead to him to doing music reviews. Dane tells us what he liked in 2025 and we talk about what we are looking forward to in 2026.  And of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. Dane Jackson: https://linktr.ee/danejackson?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=c80aa7e4-14b4-4e98-97eb-30444a25c1dcOn The Upbeat:ontheubeatska.com Arose Such A Clatter: Holiday On Your Hi-Fihttps://ontheupbeat.bandcamp.com/album/arose-such-a-clatter-holiday-on-your-hi-fi?fbclid=IwdGRleAOd_4lleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA80Mzc2MjYzMTY5NzM3ODgAAR6dS1EN6hSV1qK4fDepfczG9UTvzSKLuqVWHzxWJbGPNvTkj1i4T4kBSw8A1w_aem_8vGgEryI8ZmkCcTQFy4QNQSka News Theme by Dang!t:https://dangitband.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This Week Michi DiGiulio from Mega Infinity and Tara Hahn from Half Past Two join us. We are breaking down this year’s ska highlights. We discuss Spotify and streaming music. We tell you our favorite ska moments of the year. We also discuss the possibility of a legacy band reuniting. We also talk about what ska music we have loved this year! All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. Mega Infinity:https://megainfinity.bandcamp.com/musicHalf Past Two: halfpasttwoska.comOn The Upbeat:ontheubeatska.com Arose Such A Clatter: Holiday On Your Hi-Fihttps://ontheupbeat.bandcamp.com/album/arose-such-a-clatter-holiday-on-your-hi-fi?fbclid=IwdGRleAOd_4lleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA80Mzc2MjYzMTY5NzM3ODgAAR6dS1EN6hSV1qK4fDepfczG9UTvzSKLuqVWHzxWJbGPNvTkj1i4T4kBSw8A1w_aem_8vGgEryI8ZmkCcTQFy4QNQSka News 2025https://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

This week Jamie and Dex from Lone Raspberry join us. We discuss favorite 90’s ska records and the history of Lone Raspberry. Jamie and Dex breakdown the start and end of the band. We also learn what lead to their album, Children of the Horn finally getting released. Also this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. Lone Raspberry: https://loneraspberry.bandcamp.com/album/children-of-the-hornOn The Upbeat:ontheubeatska.com Arose Such A Clatter: Holiday On Your Hi-Fihttps://ontheupbeat.bandcamp.com/album/arose-such-a-clatter-holiday-on-your-hi-fi?fbclid=IwdGRleAOd_4lleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA80Mzc2MjYzMTY5NzM3ODgAAR6dS1EN6hSV1qK4fDepfczG9UTvzSKLuqVWHzxWJbGPNvTkj1i4T4kBSw8A1w_aem_8vGgEryI8ZmkCcTQFy4QNQSka News 2025https://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 Dan!thttps://dangitband.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week Seb and  Kyria from So Many Dangers join us. First we discuss what Thanksgiving food is the most ska. Seb and Kyria give us their ska origin stories and the history of the band. We also talk about their three song EP, Break The System. We listen to their song, Come Dance With Me and learn about their musical influences. All this and of course Ska News and Ska Picks of the week. So Many Dangers:https://somanydangers.bandcamp.comOn The Upbeat:ontheubeatska.com Arose Such A Clatter: Holiday On Your Hi-Fihttps://ontheupbeat.bandcamp.com/album/arose-such-a-clatter-holiday-on-your-hi-fi?fbclid=IwdGRleAOd_4lleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA80Mzc2MjYzMTY5NzM3ODgAAR6dS1EN6hSV1qK4fDepfczG9UTvzSKLuqVWHzxWJbGPNvTkj1i4T4kBSw8A1w_aem_8vGgEryI8ZmkCcTQFy4QNQSka News 2025https://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

This is a special crossover episode between The Ska Mailman Podcast, On The Upbeat, Offbeat Attitude, Every Song Sucks : A Reel Big Fish Podcast and 23 Minutes of Ska. Adam, Matt, Anthony and RJ Phoenix hang out and play some ska games.

This Week Obi Fernandez from Westbound Train joins us. We discuss what ska album we would recommend to non ska fan. Obi gives a breakdown of the writing, recording and themes of Sing The Ghost Away. We also talk about the East and West Coast ska scene. All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the week. Westbound Train:www.westboundtrainmusic.comOn The Upbeat:ontheubeatska.com Ska News 2025https://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://www.dangitband.comMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week Chris Malone from The Pandemics joins us. Chris breaks down the bands new record, Youthful Exuberance. We discuss the writing, recording and the band changes that happen during this record. Chris also talks about playing the new songs live and what he loves about playing ska music. All this and of course Ska News and Ska Picks of the Week. The Pandemics: https://thepandemics.bandcamp.comOn The Upbeat:ontheubeatska.com Ska News 2025https://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.com/musicMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This Week Mike Berault from Bite Me Bambi joins us. First, we talk about the bands we wish got to see live. Mike also discusses touring with Less Than Jake and life on the road. Mike gives us his thoughts on releasing music in 2025 on streaming and vinyl. We listen to Bite Me Bambi’s song Gaslighter’s Anthem. Mike also talks about the work that goes into being a show promoter. All this and of course Ska News and Ska Picks of the Week.   Bite Me Bambi:https://bio.site/BiteMeBambi?fbclid=PAdGRleAN5FBxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAadysJFxOx07QmNJ8LdslcMK88IJ6ULArzAByaWA6pC5BwKfGYvxAsuxWv_LxA_aem_wqt0RkDy70UF4YGoy11q2AOn The Upbeat:ontheubeatska.com Ska News 2025https://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

Join Matt and Anthony for A Skalloween Special. First, they discuss their favorite Halloween candy, movies and memories. They also give you some Ska News and breakdown the official On The Upbeat Skalloween playlist. Lastly, Matt and Anthony are visited by an evil spirit and they must Escape The Gatekeeper!! Join them for this very spooky adventure. On The Upbeat:ontheubeatska.com On The Upbeat Skalloween Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/57ztGmxwppoHWSZZLteTrB?si=EMpU-Y1PShG_gOrIgEyELg&pi=HoB_mlzBSoynSRJ Phoenix Halloween Mega MIx:23ska.comSka News 2025https://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.com/album/lab-bratsMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week Austen, Billy and Pat from Joker’s Republic join us. We first discuss how our music listening habits have changed and we talk ska news. Next the band breaks down their new album, The Hand You’ve Been Dealt. We learn about their song writing process, how singles were picked and what impact working with Roger from Less Than Jake had on the record. All this and our ska picks of the week. Joker’s Republic:jokersrepublic.comOn The Upbeat:ontheubeatska.com Rude Girl Riot Tickets:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-rude-girl-riot-ska-festival-tickets-1553056928079Ska News 2025https://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://www.dangitband.com Main Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week Eitan Avineri from Western Standard Time Ska Orchestra joins us. First, we discuss what advice we would give to bands just starting and we give you ska news. Eitan then breaks down the new WSTSO album, Fire and Water. We hear a track off the record and we talk about AI in music. All this and we give our Ska Picks of the Week. Western Standard Time Ska Orchestra:wstska.comOn The Upbeat:ontheubeatska.com Rude Girl Riot Tickets:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-rude-girl-riot-ska-festival-tickets-1553056928079Ska News 2025https://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

This week Joe and Dante from Space Monkey Mafia join us. First, we discuss adding a horn section to a non-ska band. Next, Joe and Dante breakout the band’s new record, Death of the Party. They talk about song writing and working in the studio. We also listen to their song Cult of Idiocracy and they tell us what the love about playing ska in 2025. All this and of course Ska News and Ska Picks of the Week. Space Monkey Mafia: https://spacemonkeymafia.band/?fbclid=PAdGRleANK3EFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp8GtMAB_J1WgsSh-gkr2MwrLhThWqcXiUl0uN89rGJBTJQBGcsQt-0eel_ug_aem_C-bVW3VBryIgnXRrg8yFggOn The Upbeat:ontheubeatska.com Rude Girl Riot Tickets:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-rude-girl-riot-ska-festival-tickets-1553056928079Ska News 2025https://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

Karen Roberts of Chase Long Beach hosts a round table discussion of women in ska with Tami of The Goodwin Club  and Erin of The Step Daughters. This episode is in connection with Rude Girl Riot Festival on Saturday, October 18th. Tickets available now through Eventbrite. Rude Girl Riot Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-rude-girl-riot-ska-festival-tickets-1553056928079?aff=ebdssbdestsearchChase Long Beach: https://www.instagram.com/chaselongbeach?igsh=eDE5ZmV4aG5uOTFsThe Goodwin Club:https://www.instagram.com/thegoodwinclub?igsh=MTEwOXZjNzl3MmFrThe Step Daughters:https://www.instagram.com/thestepdaughters?igsh=dXZmZXQ0MHZrOTM0On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.comSka News 2025https://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_QpaGMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week Jake and Julia from The New Limits join us. First, we discuss strange things we’ve seen at shows and we give you Ska News. Next, Jake and Julia tell us their ska origin stories, how The New Limits started and what it was like for Julia to replace an original singer. We hear about the band’s new record and we listen to their song Tell The Truth( Do It Again). They also breakdown signing with Jump Up Records and the Boston ska scene. Lastly, we give you our Ska Picks of the week. The New Limits: https://thenewlimits.bandcamp.comSka News 2025https://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

It's the On The Upbeat podcast you love, with that The Boy Detective flavor we know you'll enjoy! There's a lot coming up for the band, and we get into it. All of it. It's the Matt and Anthony guarantee! Ska Picks of The Week 2025:⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bzFTOq9JPpWk1KSEg2nqE?si=Dh0zXfgHSeqfVKsYs0HRJw&pi=u-bIgOFTm_QpaG⁠Ska News Theme by Dang!t:⁠https://www.dangitband.com⁠Main Theme by Millington ⁠https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com⁠

This week Kevin and Dave from P-Funk North join us. First, we discuss what ska songs would be our intro songs would be to the wrestling ring. Kevin and Dave tell us about their early days in music and how P-Funk North for its start. We listen to their new track Something In The Water. They also talk about how their Reggae Rock band has been received within the ska community. We also discuss the New Jersey music scene. All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the week. P-Funk North: pfunknorth.comOn The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.comRude Girl Riot Fest: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-rude-girl-riot-ska-festival-tickets-1553056928079?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=PAdGRleAMcsW5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp9zM-kDYCv026FxNNg47cYo14jfGnMqMVtfStuBXNZSD8slaTiX7iV11sT_d_aem_11yojPrSXY1xQ1Z9A65WHQSka News….-Party Like It’s…On August 19th Party Like It’s… released and album of Covers.-Matamoska/ HellasOn August 22, Matamoska and The Hellas release a new song called Revolucion Moderna-Best of the WorstOn August 22, Best of the Worst announced a new album New Dead Ends that will drop September 19th. They released three songs off the album. Ska News 2025https://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://www.dangitband.comMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week JER ( Skatune Network) joins us. We start our time by discussing what we do first when we return home from tour (traveling). Next, JER tells us their history with ska music and how Skatune Network got started. JER breaks down their new album, Death of the Heart. Other topics discussed are, how to engage in a political conversation, how to grew a social media presence organically and JER gives us their ska hot take. All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. JER / Skatune Network:https://linktr.ee/skatunenetwork?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwMTZMJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp1y5KId7xY09HRyUNQ42SqzoRVmtmuOyz9aCjHUrKlJMpKiCTxquEG6p6iGy_aem_RZD35n4IVk2fKNXDxq0vAQOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.comSka News…..-Space Monkey Mafia On August 14th Space Monkey Mafia released a new album called Death of the Party. https://open.spotify.com/album/2yujsTEZGRVROl7NzwEbIc?si=l4aOl8jtQ2uVQRbaF7m-Ww-The New Limits On August 14th, The New Limits released a new song called These Are The Nights.https://open.spotify.com/track/5QnEWJmGk9NEjah1eZs40N?si=FfUYXNb0R5W70MQijm00Kw-P-Funk NorthOn August 15th P-Funk North released a new song called Something in The Water. https://open.spotify.com/track/7ESpdxnQkYt7pPY44MXCs1?si=13694BleSmuSAUKxBlARDASka News 2025https://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

This week Matt Sullivan from Title Holder joins us. First we discuss if it’s helpful to have a worst of list in the ska community? Matt (Title Holder) talks about what he has learned from releasing music the last few years. Matt also talks about the band opening for an Emo night event. We listen to Title Holder’s now song, Out Tonight. Matt also breaks down the role of time (song length) in song writing and we learn about some of Matt’s favorite Title Holder shows. Also this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the week. Title Holder:titleholderband.comOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.comSka News…..-Joker’s RepublicOn August 8th Joker’s Republic released a new single called Break The Cycle.https://open.spotify.com/track/6oJ6BO6ioMr2TkZjhGrzGc?si=1W3sFU5eSfurhbJuBgIQUA-The Planet SmashersAlso on August 8th The Planet Smashers released a new single called Things You Do.https://open.spotify.com/album/4WPllEY64TO1dJ9ApWAqqU?si=M5MKy9XzSMuuXUHM3UloCg-Left AlongOn August 8th Left Alone released a new album called True To Form. https://open.spotify.com/album/16tluv2Gqq9IFa3k9kECio?si=Cbq7ODL_SmeTOIm3yrHc_gSka 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

This week Scott and Dave from Stretsch Armstronng join us. We discuss rules for the pit, Stretsch Armstronng’s history, name changes and we listen to their new song, American’t Berzerker. Scott and Dave also talk about song writing, playing live shows and what the future holds. Also, this and Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. Stretsch Armstronng:stretscharmstronng.comOn The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.comSka News…-Sitting On Saturn On July 25th Sitting On Saturn released a new song called Someone Like You. https://open.spotify.com/track/22S7iltTG25GO7RizydwvV?si=iJ3Kf_uRSLCV1cMPeUuwQw-Flying Raccoon SuitOn August 5th, Flying Raccoon Suit released a new song called Mothership.https://open.spotify.com/track/1jEvlbowhd9aQ5tr3mhIXl?si=eZg-nk2aTsuBUyxl_ewWzw-Bounce House SkaOn August 1, Bounce House Ska released their new EP called Play Better. https://open.spotify.com/album/3sC6fJqHAO0Q0QiWM9fKyp?si=RjmeZNujSP6M9Bkfy2IUqgSka 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

Matt Vest <[email protected]>8:42 PM (0 minutes ago)to meThis week we spoke with Matt Collyerfrom The Planet Smashers. First, we discussed some favorite ska album covers and talked about some Ska News. Matt talks about the early days of The Planet Smashers and he breaks down the new record, On The Dancefloor. We also talk about Matt’s involvement in Stomp Records. All this and our ska picks of the week. The Planet Smashers: planetsmashers.caOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.com Ska News…..-JEROn July 11th JER released a new track called Capitalism Breeds Devastation. This is the second single of their upcoming album, Death of the Heart, out August 15th on Bad Time Records. Let’s listen to a clip of Capitalism breeds Devastation. https://open.spotify.com/album/4ackBzA3WnQAze5EK5puTo?si=NhkxMMJgRICjDMEXEFd2vw-Tokyo Paradise Ska OrchestraOn July 23, Tokyo Paradise Ska Orchestra, released a new song called The Liar.https://open.spotify.com/album/31q4rrYIResXCwBOyDYc7r?si=6sDFpwl0Qv6J8D4_kbR9wA-ChudsonOn July 25 Chudson released their new album called  The Future of Unemployment. https://open.spotify.com/album/7yksFraVbIHufs68HexePv?si=-zGODt2BQ4yUE7iHV43xWwSka 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

This week Nick and Scott from Nick and The Adversaries join us. First, we have a fun chat about what should be the official soda of ska and we give you ska news. Next the band tells us some of their 2025 highlights. Next we listen to their cover of Don’t Change by INXS. We talk about what makes for a good cover and we discuss life and snacks on the road. Lastly, we give you our Ska Picks of the Week. Nick and The Adversaries: https://nickandtheadversaries1.bandcamp.comOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.com•Ska News…..-Left AloneOn Friday July 18th Left Alone released a new song called Some Days. This song will be on their upcoming album entitled True To Form. That drops August 8th. You can preorder the album now. let’s listen to Some Days.https://open.spotify.com/track/242iuHnU1ZyCGhLwmRcgfw?si=hA_JNS6FSbCU8b34OeBb2w- The Iron Roses On July 17th The Iron Roses released a new song called Class War Cheers Squad.https://open.spotify.com/track/4VP91AQO9Ay9UYE6L3gC4M?si=F8V7eC4cQ5S4EVQcfT6LbQ-MillingtonOn July 18th Millington released a new ep called Better Safe and Sorry. https://open.spotify.com/album/7cNWyF0b1SRzXbXfLYwg6F?si=ohMiwp0XSa-tjNHu0ysFyASka 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 BratsMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week Nick and Austin from The Odd Advantage join us. We discuss if the stigma of "ska is dead" is finally dead. Nick and Austin talk about playing in different cities in Southern California. They also discuss their new kickstarter and all the work going into the new record. We listen to a demo version of a new song called We live in a society. We talk about memorizing lyrics and the writing process. All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. The Odd Advantage:https://theoddadvantage.bandcamp.comThe Odd Advantage Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/509729755/the-odd-advantage-On The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.com 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 Dang!thttps://dangitband.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

This week Nate Tredinnick from Something To Do. We discuss underrated ska albums, Nate’s ska and musical history and how Something To Do’s origin story.  Nate tell’s us about the band’s latest music video, the Milwaukee ska scene and something he would like to see more of in ska. All this and of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. Something To Do: https://somethingtodo.bandcamp.comOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.comSka 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

This week Cody Okonski from Millington joins us. Matt and Cody discuss a concert that reminds them of why they love ska. Cody talks about picking songs for last year’s Brass Emo Vol. 2 and he tells us all about the band’s upcoming new EP, Better Safe and Sorry, out July 18th. We listen to Millington’s song Summer Disease. Cody also talks about keeping music fresh but still hold onto that Millington sound. And of course we have Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. Millington:https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/musicOn The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.comSka News……-Spring Heeled JackOn June 17th Spring Heeled Jack released a new track called Jenni. -ChudsonOn June 19th Chudson released a new song called Headphone Splitter.-SwigfootOn June 20th Swigfoot released a new song called Moments 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 Dang!thttps://dangitband.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Millington https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

his week Michi from Mega Infinity, Ric from Courtesy of Tim and Saxton from Space Monkey Mafia and Runaway Ricochet all join us. We breakdown all the details of SPI Fest 2025. We talk about what goes into booking, producing and playing a ska festival. And of course Ska News and our Ska Picks of the week. SPI Fest:spifest.orgMega Infinity:https://megainfinity.bandcamp.comCourtesy of Tim:https://courtesyoftim.bandcamp.com/musicSpace Monkey Mafia: https://spacemonkeymafia.bandcamp.comRunaway Ricochet:https://runawayricochet.bandcamp.comOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.com Ska News…-Joker’s Republic On June 11th Joker’s Republic released their cover of We Will Fall Together by Streetlight Manifesto. -Anthony Pick On June 13th JER released their new single called The Way You Tune It Out-The Suicide Machines On June 13th The Suicide Machines released a new song called Never Go Quietly. 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.comReplyForwardAdd reaction

This week Craig Yarnold from Buck-O-Nine joins us. We discuss the band’s early years and what it was like in the 90’s skating scene. Craig gives us the  breakdown of the new record and we listen to their song I’m Alive. We also discuss life on the road, playing the new songs live and where to get the best burritos in San Diego. All this and Ska News and Ska Picks of the Week. Buck-O-Nine:buckonine.comOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.comSka News…..Save Ferris On  June 10th, Save Ferris released a new song called Ooh Ooh Rudi.https://open.spotify.com/album/5VE6lJlOkro12H57DssmXm?si=a9VdpEluSvmgbULTX6JZ-g-The liquidatorsOn June 6th The liquidators, released a new album called Intensified. https://open.spotify.com/album/4L79NBn8XpRm5Swl7ySQZQ?si=G4a7_VOcTu6LL_maiCeuXw-TJ and The CampersOn June 10th TJ and The Campers released a 3 song ep called Froot Loops. We’re going to listen to a clip of their song the other side.https://open.spotify.com/album/6dtol3ljTItF7jvguTrRcQ?si=Kh0KjcrQR9aGn8lmMy3VPASka 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

This week Angelo Moore and Hassan Hurd from Fishbone join us. We discuss the lasting influence of ska music, Fishbone’s legacy and we listen to a song of  the band’s new album, Stockholm Syndrome. Angelo and Hassan discuss their favorite songs on the record, the album’s title and what goes into a live Fishbone show. All this and a new theme song, Ska News and our Ska Picks of the Week. Fishbone:fishbone.netOn The Upbeat:ontheupbeatska.com•Ska News…..-The Maka SticksOn May 26th The Maka Sticks released a new song called Sleeping On The Beach. https://open.spotify.com/track/6BxscdemoqSA0l1PHS18dL?si=vd_KGnTtTiutLHFtd3dwCA-Left AloneOn May 22 Left Alone released a new song called Here Comes The Weekend.https://open.spotify.com/album/72TpBaTQ6UwMHQIDtvehpQ?si=nVg5neHGQsGT-1IvHN4VlQ-Millington On May 30th Millington released a new single called Fade Out. https://open.spotify.com/album/246aiCAYETMSFcm9oxUVt1?si=ZFMH_sy7TaS4D-tuRQAANwSka News 2025 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0CLg5HvXyFxP6hQxQi9Qfs?si=fmVCy1bORNGmlle3FA4-uw&pi=u-gkNw56cQRWeaSka Picks of The Week 2025https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bzFTOq9JPpWk1KSEg2nqE?si=Dh0zXfgHSeqfVKsYs0HRJw&pi=u-bIgOFTm_QpaGSka News Theme by Lab Bratshttps://labbrats.bandcamp.comMain Theme by Common Sense Kid:https://commonsensekid.bandcamp.com

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