On The Upbeat

This week we learn some ska history via the life of Pauline Black, lead singer of The Specter. Matt and RJ discuss some strange places they have found ska. RJ tells us about a ska band from Argentina. Lastly, Matt and RJ give you their ska picks of the week. Ska History: Pauline Black (The Selecter) https://amp.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2011/jul/30/pauline-black-the-selecter-adoption-memoir htt...

This week Matt and RJ are joined by Brittany and Tim from Catbite. They are a ska powerpop band from Philadelphia. They tell us about how the band got started, how their ska powerpop sound came to be and what went in to the creation of their new EP. We also have a discussion about politics in ska music, protests, using your platform for what you believe in and defunding the police. Lastly, the gro...

This week Matt and RJ are joined by Nick from The Dendrites. We play a song from their new EP, Lunch With The Dendrites. Nick talks about what it's like being in a primarily instrumental ska band, how he joined the band and he talks about the Denver ska scene. We discuss the results from last week's listener poll and the many dress styles of the ska scene. Matt tells us about a ska band from Swede...

This week Matt and RJ go head to head in a battle to pick the best ska punk album of the 90's. You, the listening audience, will decide who did a better job of defending their album. Also, RJ tells us about a ska artist from Netherlands. Lastly, Matt and RJ give you their ska picks of the week. On The Upbeat: www.instagram.com/ontheupbeatska www.facebook.com/ontheupbeatska The theme music is by Mi...

This week Matt and RJ are joined by Evan Wohrman, lead singer of Hooray For Our Side. Evan talks about writing song lyrics, how he got into ska, the current Orange County ska scene and his most memorable shows. The group discusses whether not it's important for new ska fans to know older bands. Matt tells us about a ska band from Spain. Lastly, they give their ska picks of the week. Hooray For Our...

On this week's episode, Matt has a conversation with Lucias (guitar/vocals) from Call Me Malcolm. We learn about the bands history, the importance of mental health and the writing process on the new record. Also, RJ tells us about the band Cartoon Violence, from Wales. Lastly, Matt and RJ give you their ska picks of the week. Call Me Malcolm: https://callmemalcolmband.com www.instagram.com/cmmalco...

This week Matt and RJ give you a few songs to listen to while in quarantine. RJ tells us about a ska band from Indonesia. Matt and RJ discuss their issues with talking about a 4th wave and the usage of other ska terms. Lastly, they give you their ska picks of the week. www.instagram.com/ontheupbeatska www.facebook.com/ontheupbeatska Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dsp...

This week we are joined by Daniel from The Classy Wrecks. Daniel plays us a brand new song and tells us about The Socially Acceptable Distancing Sessions his band is doing. We debut our new theme song by the band Millington. Matt tells us about a ska band from Germany. We also discuss bands who disappeared too soon and we tell you our ska picks of the week. The Classy Wrecks: www.instagram.com/the...

This week on the podcast Matt and R.J. are joined by Amy Gabba from Amy Gabba and The Almost Famous. Listen as they read some fan mail and learn about a ska band from Scotland. Amy tells Matt and R.J. about singing at a young age and about how her bands latest EP, The Heart is Stupid came together. They also discuss bands that took them a bit to get into. Lastly, they tell you about their ska pick...

This week we meet our new cohost, R.J. Phoenix. R.J. tells us about his ska firsts, his other ska podcast and his ska record label. Matt tells us about a ska band from Croatia. Matt and R.J. discuss if Smash Mouth's first album should be considered as a ska record. Lastly, they give you their ska picks of the week.

This week Matt and Aaron breakdown the first three No Doubt albums. It has been said by many that No Doubt's first two albums were very ska heavy and that the band sold out by making Tragic Kingdom less ska. Matt and Aaron are going to challenge that narrative. Lastly, they give you their ska picks of the week. www.facebook.com/ontheupbeatska www.instagram.com/ontheupbeatska Spotify Profile: https...

On this week's episode, Matt and Aaron chat with Cody Okonski from the band Millington. They discuss how Cody started working with John Feldmann of Goldfinger and how that lead to the start of Millington. Cody lets us hear a clip of a new song. Cody also talks about writing, producing and recording music. Lastly, Matt and Aaron give you their ska picks of the week. Millington: www.instagram.com/mi...

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...