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On The Upbeat

A podcast all about ska music, talking about ska, interviewing bands, and keeping you up to date on new music & events in the ska community!

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01:19:39

The Skanksgiving Special '25

On The Upbeat ·

2025/11/27

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.

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01:20:06

Westbound Train(EP.272)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/11/20

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

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01:05:39

The Pandemics (EP.271)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/11/13

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

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01:34:54

Mike Berault / Bite Me Bambi (EP.270)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/11/06

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

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00:51:08

A Skalloween Special (EP.269)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/10/30

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

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01:52:03

Joker"s Republic (EP.268)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/10/16

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

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01:10:23

Western Standard Time Ska Orchestra (EP.267)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/10/09

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

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01:04:20

Space Monkey Mafia (EP.266)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/10/02

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

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00:54:20

Rude Girl Riot (EP.265)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/09/25

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

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01:12:04

The New Limits (EP.264)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/09/18

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

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01:47:33

The Boy Detective (EP.263)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/09/11

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

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01:07:35

P-Funk North (EP.262)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/08/28

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

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01:19:14

JER (EP. 261)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/08/21

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 /

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01:02:30

Title Holder (EP.260)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/08/14

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

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01:17:12

Stretsch Armstronng (EP.259)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/08/07

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

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01:07:54

The Planet Smashers (EP.258)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/07/31

Matt Vest <mattvest21@gmail.com>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

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01:12:44

Nick and The Adversaries (EP.257)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/07/24

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

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01:14:33

The Odd Advantage (EP.256)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/07/17

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

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01:05:01

Something To Do (EP.255)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/07/10

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

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01:09:58

Millington (254)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/06/26

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

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