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Of all the 90s bands that incorporated ska and reggae influences into their music, there is none bigger than 311. In this episode of In defense of Scuba311 frontman Nick Hexum talks about the band's legacy, playing with Fugazi and the infamous The Eric Andre Show bit. Listen above, or Wherever you get your podcasts.
Hexum, who follows in the footsteps of his bandmate Pnut as GONE The guest launches into a conversation about his personal relationship with ska music and how that connection to the style ultimately translated into 311’s signature sound. He also touches on the various moments the band crossed paths with ska and reggae cultures, as well as why it may not have been the best idea to have a couple of beers backstage before opening for Fugazi at 311’s first show.
Elsewhere, Hexum touches on 311's recurring joke about He Eric André Showhis love for The Untouchablesand whether Jeff Rosenstock will ever get to play Cruise Ship 311.
Listen to All this and more in This episode of In defense of skaand be sure to like, review and follow the Series wherever you get your podcastYou can also listen to 311 bassist P-Nut on In defense of ska here.
Fans can also get early, ad-free episodes by joining the GONE SponsorAnd don't forget to check out all of the Consequence Podcast Network's podcast series here. Plus, you can support In defence Presenter Aaron Carnes purchasing a copy of his book, In defense of ska. The second expanded edition will be released in October 2024. Co-host Adam Davis also has a band called Omnigone, whose latest album, Against the restwas released earlier this year.
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