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Most fans may not consider Fall Out Boy to be particularly ska-ish, but there is actually a strong connection between the band and the genre. this week in In defense of skaThe podcast welcomes back a fan-favorite guest, Fall Out Boy lead singer Patrick Stump, to chat more about his appreciation for ska, his favorite bands in the scene, and more. Listen above, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Stump was previously in the podcast in 2021, where he shared a cover of “Sellout” by Reel Big Fish. Now the singer is back and has a lot more to say about his love of ska music. Stump talks about how his appreciation began while growing up in Chicago in the '90s, and he shared with the hosts some of his favorite bands from that era. He also celebrates Chuck Wren's “Everything Off Beat” radio show, which helped him expand his knowledge and admiration for the genre.
The FOB frontman also details how different ska bands have inspired him and his work. He gushes about Fishbone, one of his favorite bands, and explains that he feels they are more complex than people realize. Plus, Stump talks about his love for the Blue Meanies and how he was blown away when he met their guitarist Sean Dolan. He even wore a Blue Meanies t-shirt during Fall Out Boy's last tour.
Elsewhere, he explains the rest of the band's history with ska (such as their original contract with a ska label) and explains which Fall Out Boy songs he thinks are the most ska-leaning. So, listen to Patrick Stump's conversation about Fall Out Boy and ska above, and be sure to like, review, and follow series wherever you get your podcast. Don't forget to check out all of the Consequence Podcast Network series here.
Additionally, you can support In defense of ska host Aaron Carnes buying 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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