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Marc Wasserman
Ska Boom
An American Ska & Reggae Podcast
Ska Boom - An American Ska & Reggae Podcast is hosted by Marc Wasserman, author of Ska Boom: An American Ska & Reggae Oral History published by DiWulf Publishing. Wasserman helped to found Bigger Thomas -- the first ska band from New Jersey -- in 1988 and had a front row seat to watch the growth of American ska. Ska Boom is the audio companion to the book, which tells the origin stories of 18 American ska and reggae bands and one national tour from the early 80s through the mid 90s that helped to give birth to and define a uniquely American version of ska and reggae. The podcast explores...
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4.9 stars from 22 ratings
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“The attention to detail and depth of research is stunning. I didn’t know Rancid “Get Outta My Way” was an Uptones cover, then the radio clip of Joe Strummer referencing the band put it over the top. Best episode yet I’d say.”
Let'sGoTaketheSkinheadsBowling via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/13/21
“I don’t like this podcast- I love it!”
Blixa the cat via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/24/21
Love this show!
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“So many great stories, and follows so many threads, really smart and informative, Also explains to me why I love this music so much.”
Redseapedestrian via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/26/21
Recent Episodes
Published 09/10/22
Welcome to 2 Tone Legacy a special 10-part audio documentary series of the Ska Boom podcast that focuses on the stories behind the songs that contribute to the enduring legacy of 2 Tone music and its ongoing impact on popular culture.
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Published 09/10/22
In this episode, I focus on the incredibly influential and often overlooked role that Eddy Grant has played in merging the sounds of ska, reggae, pop, dance and rock music. I’ve always been a huge fan and consider Grant a musical futurist who has successfully combined the best of James Brown,...
Published 06/03/22
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