Episode 2 - Carlos Malcolm And His Afro-Jamaican Rhythms "Ska-Mania: The Sound Of The Soil"

Episode 2 - Carlos Malcolm And His Afro-Jamaican Rhythms "Ska-Mania: The Sound Of The Soil"

Author: The Ska Dads Podcast March 14, 2021 Duration: 1:01:06

Ryan and Bob dig deep into the history of the classic ska album "Ska Mania."   Joined by special guest AJ.   We delve into the history, inspiration, and impact this album has on the history of ska.   During this episode we explore themes of independence and put the album in context with other albums released at the same time.  

Here is a Spotify playlist of some of the songs that influenced this episode. 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2XTDNBXrhNdryS09eVGKVb?si=G6VDfxorT-e4uefYK2pa-w

For your listening pleasure here is a youtube link to the album.  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDgEMNarUFQ&t=428s





There's a particular energy to ska and reggae that feels like a secret handshake, a shared rhythm that connects people across generations. The Ska Dads Podcast is born from that connection, hosted by a couple of fathers whose daily lives might involve school runs and packed lunches, but whose hearts beat in sync with the upstroke. This isn't a lecture series, but a conversation between friends who happen to have a deep, abiding passion for the sounds that shaped them. You'll hear them dig into the records that define the genres, from the foundational Jamaican studios to the two-tone explosion and its modern echoes. They explore the history behind the movements, the distinctive styles of fashion and attitude that came with them, and the stories of the musicians and producers who made it all happen. Each episode feels like hanging out in a basement lined with vinyl, where the talk is as much about the cultural impact and personal memories tied to a song as it is about the music itself. Tune into this podcast for a genuine, deep-dive celebration of the rhythms they love, all delivered with the warmth and insight of dads who know that a great track is a story waiting to be told. It's a specific corner of the music world, examined with care and enthusiasm.
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