Midwest Ska Moment
Brought to you in part by MNSka.com, Courtney gives you your daily dose of the midwest’s finest ska, reggae, rocksteady and more. From the latest young bands to fallen favorites, the Midwest Ska Moment is here to get your day started in the rudest way possible.
The Midwest Ska Moment Episode 31 – Here We Are by Hired Geeks
Some musicians approach song-writing as a chore. But the band Hired Geeks from Kenosha, WI treat like they were scientists in a lab, experimenting with different rhythms, sounds, and genres to create a driving sound that is all their own. Just remind them to turn off the Bunsen burner when they’re done.
Track of the Day: “Here We Are” by Hired Geeks
This episode is brought to you by MNSKA, Minnesota’s Ska Community. If you are in a ska or reggae influenced band and would like to be featured on the show, email Courtney at MSM@fancypantsgangsters.com.
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The Midwest Ska Moment Episode 30 – Spa by Johnny Socko
Equal parts zany and talented, Indiana’s Johnny Socko burned brightly for many years. Their horn section was out-of-this-world and out-of-their-minds. But alas, they don’t make them like they used to.
Track of the Day: “Spa” by Johnny Socko the album Full Trucker Effect
This episode is brought to you by MNSKA, Minnesota’s Ska Community. If you are in a ska or reggae influenced band and would like to be featured on the show, email Courtney at MSM@fancypantsgangsters.com.
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The Midwest Ska Moment Episode 29 – Irony by Green Room Rockers
An MSM milestone is reached today! We host our first (hopefully of many) live interview with Ron Shoemaker of Green Room Rockers. It’s so awesome, it couldn’t even be contained within the confines of this episode! But seriously, this only part of the interview. You can catch the entire thing over in the FORUMS or stream it over at MNSKA.com
Track of the Day: “Irony” by Green Room Rockers from the split w/ The Pinstripes Midwest Soundclash
This episode is brought to you by MNSKA, Minnesota’s Ska Community. If you are in a ska or reggae influenced band and would like to be featured on the show, email Courtney at MSM@fancypantsgangsters.com.
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The Midwest Ska Moment Episode 28 – Physical Distraction by Reaching Scarlet
Maybe it’s just me, but I fancy any sort of band that has a female vocalist. Milwaukee, WI’s own Reaching Scarlet falls into that category and she has a great set of pipes to boot. What’s that you say? They also play ska? Someone must have bio-engineered this band for my ears only.
Track of the Day: “Physical Distraction” by Reaching Scarlet from the album Distraction
This episode is brought to you by MNSKA, Minnesota’s Ska Community. If you are in a ska or reggae influenced band and would like to be featured on the show, email Courtney at MSM@fancypantsgangsters.com.
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The Midwest Ska Moment Episode 27 – Classic Mix-Up by Mikey Talented
Today, Courtney gets down with a young, energetic ska-punk ensemble from way up yonder. Mikey Talented is the pride of the Duluth ska scene…at least that’s what their mom tells them!
Track of the Day: “Classic Mix-Up” by Mikey Talented from the MNSKA Mixtape Volume One compilation (free download here)
This episode is brought to you by MNSKA, Minnesota’s Ska Community. If you are in a ska or reggae influenced band and would like to be featured on the show, email Courtney at MSM@fancypantsgangsters.com.
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