This week Matt and RJ are joined by James Shaw. James tells us about his new EP, Go Rude Boy Go, song writing, going to Vans Warped Tour and the ska scene in Canada. We also discuss whether or kids are into ska music. RJ teaches us about a ska band from Hong Kong, The Red Stripes. Lastly, Matt, RJ and James give you their ska picks of the week.

On The Upbeat:

www.instagram.com/ontheupbeatska

www.facebook.com/ontheupbeatska

On The Upbeat Tip Jar:

https://ko-fi.com/ontheupbeat

James Shaw:

www.instagram.com/jimi_ska

https://jamesshaw.bandcamp.com/releases

Ska Around the World: The Red Stripes.

https://www.theredstripeshk.com

Ska Picks of the Week:

The Aggrolites:

http://www.aggroreggae.com

Just Say Nay:

https://justsaynay.bandcamp.com

The Prizefighters:

https://theprizefighters.net

On The Upbeat theme song by Millington:

https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com

Ska Favorites Spotify Playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/show/2Dsa1Gmt1Pivxo5sFGaxob?si=3Ujhbm68SduC0Pg5c0Pvig