In defense of Ska's Aaron Carnes about the new second edition of his book and his past as a ska band: Podcast

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this week in In defense of skaThe podcast gives the floor to host Aaron Carnes to talk about the recently published second edition of his book. In defense of Ska: Ska Edition now more than ever. Joined by co-host Adam Davis (Omnigone) and special guest host Tara Hahn of Half Past Two, Carnes delves into his history of the genre and more. Listen above, or wherever you get your podcasts.

You can also enter to win a signed copy of IDOS:SNMTEEOmnigone's new album Wild on vinyl, a In defense of ska T-shirt and sticker collection. here or using the widget at the bottom of the page*. Also be sure to check out Carnes' list of 20 Artists You Didn't Know Were In Ska Bands Before They Became Famous.

Carnes is more than just a ska fan, as he talks about his personal experiences with the bands. From Flat Planet to The Sudsmen, Beau and the Solution and beyond, the writer/musician shares all the ups and downs of being a musician and what he's learned along the way. He also talks about how he came to the world of music journalism, which is what led him to write his book and, ultimately, to In defense of ska podcast.

GONE The book began in 2013 and Carnes covers the entire history of the planning and writing of the volume. It also gives an idea of ​​the Ska Edition Now More Than Everfrom the writing process to the content. (Speaking of content, Consequence premiered a preview of the new chapters earlier this week, with an excerpt focusing on the rise and return of Christian ska band Five Iron Frenzy). Elsewhere, Carnes also talks about his work writing fiction, including his first real book, a collection of short stories called True stories from a wasteland called Earth.

So, listen to Aaron Carnes' conversation about ska and his new book above, and be sure to like, review, and follow the series wherever you get your podcast. Don't forget to check out all of the Consequence Podcast Network series here.

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