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While Dance Hall Crashers founding members Tim Armstrong and Matt Freeman (both of Operation Ivy and Rancid) quickly departed after the band's formation, the California ska group was still able to make a strong name for themselves thanks to their striking debut album and his devoted cult following. this week in In defense of skapodcast welcomes Dance Hall Crashers co-lead vocalist Karina Deniké to discuss the band's unexpected success, their recent work with NOFX, and more. Listen above, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Deniké wastes no time going into detail about the band's difficult history, discussing their frequent lineup changes, multiple breakups, and accusations of selling out. Additionally, Deniké also reflects on the creative process of Dance Hall Crashers, explaining how the band wrote for two singers and the story behind some of the band's biggest songs, such as “Go” and “Enough.” Additionally, the singer also reveals what it would take to get the act back together.
In addition to talking about Dance Hall Crashers, Deniké talks about his personal musical history. She talks about growing up in England before moving to California and explores how different those two cultures were for her. In addition to talking about his first meeting with NOFX's Fat Mike, Deniké pays tribute to the late Greg Lee and talks about what it was like playing his memorial show.
Listen to Karina Deniké's conversation about Dance Hall Crashers and NOFX 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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