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 some ska songs you might enjoy.

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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 life into a jukebox musical, what three ska songs would you want in it? Lastly, Matt and Aaron share with you some ska songs you might like.

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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 songs you might like.

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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.

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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.

On this episode, Matt and Aaron tell you about the first ska albums they bought and the first ska concerts they attended. They also tell about a two-tone ska band from Essex, England. Lastly, they share with you some ska songs you might like.

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