This week Callyn and Mike from The Wavebirds join us. First, we discuss what video games are the most ska. Callyn and Mike talk about the writing and recording of the band’s new album. They tell us about the album’s art work and the hardships of being in a band in 2026. All this with Ska News and are Ska Picks of the Week.

The Wavebirds:

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On The Upbeat:

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Ska News…..

-The Doomstompers

On May 15th The Doomstompers released a new song called Actin’ Up. This is the second single from the band’s upcoming album, Take a Beat. The new album will be out June 12th on Bad Time Records. Let’s listen to a clip of the new single Actin’ UP.

-Matamoska

On May 15th Matamoska released a new single called Callejon De La Muerte.

-Swigfoot

Also on May 15 Swigfoot released a new song called Cruising Down The Psycho Path.

Ska Picks…..

Mike: Brasser - Casings

Callyn: Arcade Allstars - Mutton Chops

Matt: Carrie O from Joe Gittleman (from the Wavebreaker #4 ep split with Bad Operation

Evan: "Same Way" by The Debonaires ft. Vic Ruggiero

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