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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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01:04:49

Late For Life (EP.289)

On The Upbeat ·

2026/04/15

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:

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01:28:47

Suburban Legends (EP.288)

On The Upbeat ·

2026/04/09

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:

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01:24:09

Ghost Tones (EP.287)

On The Upbeat ·

2026/03/26

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

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01:04:14

Bad Time Records Tour 2026 (EP.286)

On The Upbeat ·

2026/03/19

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

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01:23:29

Mega Infinity (EP.285)

On The Upbeat ·

2026/03/12

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

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01:12:34

Sorry Sweetheart (EP.284)

On The Upbeat ·

2026/03/05

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

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01:21:04

Pioneer Valley Ska Festival 3 (EP.283)

On The Upbeat ·

2026/02/26

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

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01:10:07

Left Alone (EP.282)

On The Upbeat ·

2026/02/19

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

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01:10:52

Set The Tone (EP.281)

On The Upbeat ·

2026/02/12

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

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01:22:27

The Iron Roses (EP,280)

On The Upbeat ·

2026/02/05

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

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01:15:38

Pink Slip (EP.279)

On The Upbeat ·

2026/01/29

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

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01:09:30

The Taj Motel Trio (EP.278)

On The Upbeat ·

2026/01/22

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

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01:04:46

Los Domingueros (EP.277)

On The Upbeat ·

2026/01/15

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

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01:15:43

Dane Jackson (EP.276)

On The Upbeat ·

2026/01/08

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

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01:35:28

This Year In Ska: 2025 (EP.275)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/12/18

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

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01:20:55

Lone Raspberry (EP.274)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/12/11

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

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01:06:22

So Many Dangers (EP.273)

On The Upbeat ·

2025/12/04

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

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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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