The Flyover Ska Show - An FPG Production

The Flyover Ska Show Episode 17 – T.U.G.G.

foss@fancypantsgangsters.com (Fancy Pants Gangsters) — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 13:06:37 +0000

Many local bands have aspirations to pack their gear into a smelly van and hit the road for places unknown to tour the country. This week’s guest is living out that dream. Listen in as Andy from the Wisconsin reggae-rock band T.U.G.G. calls into the show from somewhere in the Nevada desert to talk about their current tour as well as their new album Come Sunrise… From the benefits of meeting people on the road to the temperamental weather of the Midwest, Courtney and Andy discuss it all.

This show is brought to you in part by MNSKA.com, Minnesota’s Ska Community. You can contact Courtney at FOSS@fancypantsgangsters.com or follow him on Twitter at twitter.com/mnska. For a track listing of this episode’s songs, be sure to check out the forums.

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The Flyover Ska Show Episode 16 – Mustard Plug

foss@fancypantsgangsters.com (Fancy Pants Gangsters) — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 20:53:07 +0000

One of the coolest places in all of Minneapolis is the dive bar/music venue known as the Triple Rock Social Club, so it was Courtney’s distinct pleasure to head down there for this week’s episode. Michigan ska veterans Mustard Plug chat backstage at their 14,080th show and talk about the sexual healing powers of Fishbone, why Big D and The Kids Table are the “Beatles of ska,” and the benefits of being a weekend warrior band. It appears that the secret to their staying power is to have an all-time designated driver and release music one song at a time. To find out more about the Mustard Plug guide to touring, check out this week’s Flyover Ska Show!

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The Flyover Ska Show Episode 15 – Sic And MAD

foss@fancypantsgangsters.com (Fancy Pants Gangsters) — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 23:16:32 +0000

The planets aligned this week and Courtney was able to talk to not one, but TWO members from long-standing punk-reggae group Sic & MAD. Guitarist Vic Ruggiero and frontman Happy call-in from Version City Studios, home of Stubborn Records, to promote their latest record Songs For The Revolution. Listen in as the guys chat about why it’s “punk rock” to like MySpace, how Happy is indirectly to blame for the formation of The Slackers, and how the genesis of Sic & MAD is a story of kids lying to impress a cute girl. From high school reunions to Hot Topic, Vic and Happy discuss it all for you, the humble listener.

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The Flyover Ska Show Episode 14 – Hardcore Crayons

foss@fancypantsgangsters.com (Fancy Pants Gangsters) — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 23:52:41 +0000

After getting caught in an early summer thunderstorm prior to their concert in Minneapolis, Dan and Dom from the MNSKA band Hardcore Crayons took shelter in Courtney’s living room long enough to talk about their upcoming album Crayogenics. The fellas dry off and chat about venues come and gone, why they no longer sing about Taco Bell, and the suicide-pacts of their underage fans. If you are in the Minneapolis area, be sure to check out their 21+ CD Release at Sauce (Lyndale and Lake) on Friday, July 30th or their ALL AGES CD Release at Eclipse Records (St. Paul) on Saturday, August 7th.

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Flyover Ska Show and Twin Cities Tank now available on iTunes

foss@fancypantsgangsters.com (Fancy Pants Gangsters) — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 23:00:48 +0000

After what seems like way too long, our two newest shows The Flyover Ska Show and Twin Cities Tank are now available in the iTunes Store. For now, our collective hatred of iTunes is now reduced to Level Orange “Mildly Peeved”.

There are links in the show listings for both shows, or you can just click on the show names above to subscribe. Thanks to everyone for your patience.

The Flyover Ska Show Episode 13 – Key Lime Special

foss@fancypantsgangsters.com (Fancy Pants Gangsters) — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 20:30:30 +0000

…And we’re back! To commemorate the first show in over a month, Courtney decides to drop in “Skype style” on band rehearsal with up-and-coming reggae-dub group Key Lime Special. All 5 band members sat down to talk about the recent release of their debut full-length Here To Stay and even give an exclusive performance of their songs “Small Town Rebel” and “MN Dub.” So what are you waiting for? Crank up the speakers and listen to the reggae groove!

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Show Delays this week

foss@fancypantsgangsters.com (Fancy Pants Gangsters) — Mon, 24 May 2010 12:05:19 +0000

As some people may be aware, I am currently moving into a new house, dubbed Casa De Pantalones. Unfortunately this may cause some shows this week to be delayed slightly, since I don’t yet have internet at the current place (I’m writing this at work, aka I’m getting paid for this). We’ll get shows up as soon as we can, and everything should be resolved by Thursday or so. Until then, thank you for your patience.

- Evan

The Flyover Ska Show Episode 12 – Outlaw Nation

foss@fancypantsgangsters.com (Fancy Pants Gangsters) — Mon, 17 May 2010 19:58:46 +0000

Braving the inconsistent MN Spring weather, Courtney heads down to the 400 Bar in Minneapolis to check out the official kickoff of the Out On Bail 2010 Tour, featuring Louisiana reggae-rockers Outlaw Nation. Simeon, Danny, and JB fill us in on the origins of Outlaw Nation, what it’s like to be on tour with Angelo Moore, and why you should check out their latest album “New Day.” Be sure to check out Outlaw Nation who are on tour now with Deal’s Gone Bad as they come to a venue near you!

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The Flyover Ska Show Episode 11 – Kenny Dinkis from Something To Do

foss@fancypantsgangsters.com (Fancy Pants Gangsters) — Mon, 10 May 2010 21:57:15 +0000

Although this podcast is based out of Minnesota, the Land of 10,000 Lakes, today’s episode is deep-rooted in the land of Brats, Beer, and Cheese. Courtney connects with his good friend and fellow Wisconsinite Kenny Dinkis, guitar player for pop-ska band Something To Do, to promote the upcoming 17th annual Midwest Ska Fest known as Skappleton. The two reminisce about former bands, chilly Wisconsin outdoor concerts, and how to turn a guitar into a deadly weapon.

Skappleton is taking place Saturday, May 22nd at Tanner’s Bar and Grill in Kimberly, WI. The festival is All Ages and will feature bands like Something To Do, The Invaders, 2 Tone Runts, Car Full Of Midgets and many more!

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The Flyover Ska Show Episode 10 – Eric Johnson of The Secondhand Ska Kings

foss@fancypantsgangsters.com (Fancy Pants Gangsters) — Mon, 03 May 2010 14:59:02 +0000

Since the weather has been so nice, this week’s episode is entirely outdoors. Courtney journeys to the South Minneapolis backyard patio of Eric Johnson, a ska-musician turned music teacher. Eric has been in several ska bands in the Twin Cities including 3 Minute Hero, Panel Of Experts, and the Secondhand Ska Kings. This extended episode has the guys talking about the brand new SHSK album Cocktails Before Funerals, why Middle School was a nightmarish hellscape, and how everyone’s secret desire is to be a rockstar who gets paid. Get out the lawn chairs, crack open a cold one, and enjoy!

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