On The Upbeat

This week, Matt and Aaron wonder if a Green Day song is a ska song and Aaron tells us about a ska band from Ireland. Also, Matt and Aaron discuss The Skacademy Awards and who they think should be in the ska hall of fame. Lastly, they tell you their ska picks of the week. www.instagram.com/ontheupbeatska www.facebook.com/ontheupbeatska Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/user/1df7h1zdml10rex...

This week on the podcast, Matt talks about a recent show he was at. Matt also interviews Becky and Cassie from Ska Box. Aaron explains what it's like writing the horn parts in songs. Matt teaches us about a ska band from Hungary and Aaron and Matt tell you about their ska picks on the week. Skabox:https://skaboxrox.com On The Upbeat: www.instagram.com/ontheupbeatska www.facebook.com/ontheupbeatska...

This week Matt and Aaron discuss a video that teaches you how to skank and Aaron tells us about a ska band from Australia. They also talk about their favorite lines in ska songs and they tell you their ska picks of the week. How To Skank Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4260OyOjd4 Instagram: www.instagram.com/onthebeatska Facebook: www.facebook.com/ontheupbeatska Spotify Profile: https://op...

This week Matt is joined by Tara Hahn from Half Past Two. Tara is filling in for Aaron as guest host. Tara tells us some of what Half Past Two has planned for 2020. Tara and Matt discuss the question, are we in the fourth wave of ska or just an extension of the third wave? Matt talks with Karen Roberts, lead singer of Chase Long Beach, about their reunion show on January 30. Matt tells us about a...

This week Matt and Aaron start off by discussing Christmas in California and how Aaron showed up an hour early to work. They spend most of the time talking about a list of 10 essential ska tracks they found online. Aaron tells us about a ska band from Columbia. Matt and Aaron share their favorite ska moments of 2019 and they give you their ska picks of the week. 10 Essential Ska Tracks... https://...

This week Matt and Aaron start off by discussing Matt's Back to the Future shirt and Star Wars. Next, they world premiere a new song from Courtesy of Tim. Matt also tell you about a ska band from France. Then Matt and Aaron share their thoughts on their favorite ska albums. Lastly, they give you their ska picks of the week. Courtesy of Tim: https://courtesyoftim.bandcamp.com On The Upbeat: www.ins...

This week Matt and Aaron discuss their love for the holidays and they tell you about what would be the their perfect ska band. Aaron tells about us about a ska band from Russia. Lastly, Matt and Aaron tell you their ska picks of the week. This week’s picks are holiday themed. Instagram: www.instagram.com/ontheupbeatska Facebook: www.facebook.com/ontheupbeatska Spotify Music Profile: https://open.s...

On this week's episode Matt and Aaron discuss the fan mail they received and Matt tells you about a ska band he found from Egypt. Aaron and Matt discuss what it's like playing at the House of Blues and they tell you their picks for ska song of the week. Instagram: www.instagram.com/ontheupbeatska Facebook: www.facebook.com/ontheupbeatska Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/user/1df7h1zdml10...

On this week's episode, Matt and Aaron discuss bringing cameras to concerts and Aaron tells us about a ska band from Japan. Next, Matt and Aaron answer the question, can we talk about Save Ferris? Lastly, Matt and Aaron tell you about some upcoming shows and give you their picks for ska song of the week.

On this week's episode, Matt and Aaron are joined by Tara Hahn, vocalist for Half Past Two. Tara shares her story of joining Half Past Two, the early years of the band and why Tara left but eventually returned. Tara also tells us about writing a new song about her daughter and why she is nervous about sharing it with the world. Lastly, we share with you our song picks on the week. Be sure to visit...

On this episode Matt and Aaron tell you about some of their Halloween ( Skalloween ) traditions and they play a few songs from their Skalloween playlist. Matt tells you about a ska from South Korea. Lastly, they play the full version of Suburban Legends' cover of Rose Tint My World, from The Rocky Horror Picture Show.

This week Matt and Aaron chat about their week's and what defines the ska sound. Aaron tells you about a ska band from Denmark. They also answer the question, should bands put out albums or just release songs as they finish them? Lastly, Matt and Aaron tell you about their song picks of the week.

On this week's episode, Matt and Aaron chat with Andrew Verdecchio from Five Iron Frenzy. They talk about how Andrew joined the band, life on the road and Five Iron Frenzy's time in the Christian music scene. Andrew also discusses the possibility of new music and he gives some advice for up and coming bands. Matt and Aaron also talk about a city that doesn't allow dancing and they tell you about s...

This episode is overloaded with ska goodness. First, Matts talk about the band he use to be in. Next, Matt and Aaron answer the question, why does ska never seem to stay in the mainstream? Then Matt talks about a ska band from Italy. Matt talks to the guys from Codename: Rocky about the 20th anniversary of their album, No Time To Waste. Aaron and Matt then answer the question, if they made your li...

This episode is packed with goodness. First, Matt tells a story about driving up to Aaron's tiny house. Next, Aaron chats with Vince Walker, lead singer of Suburban Legends, about Vince going from trumpet play to lead singer. Aaron tells us about Locomondo, a ska band from Greece. Matt and Aaron answer the question, what does it mean to sell out? Lastly, Matt and Aaron tell you about some ska song...

This week Matt and Aaron talk about what makes for a good ska show and about how important style of dress is in the ska community. Matt tells you about a ska band from Brazil, Abraskadabra. They also talk about a Buzzfeed article on how you know if you're a ska kid. They also tell you about a couple of ska songs you might like. Instagram: www.instagram.com/ontheupbeatska Facebook: www.facebook.com...

This week Matt and Aaron talk about what they find so appealing about ska music and the positive influence it has had on their lives. Aaron tells you about a ska band from South Africa. Matt tells you about a couple of ska shows coming up. Lastly, Matt and Aaron tell you about a couple of ska songs you might like.