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Junor Francis and Eric Kohler talk with three Southern California-based rising talents who represent ska's 4th wave -- Natalia Inez, Collin O'Connor (Chudson), and Samuel Mann (Skidwizard).
On this Reggae Got Soul Part 2 Roundtable, host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with Jackie Mendez, Andre Cruz (The Steady 45s, Black Diamond Rhythm Band), and Tony Medina (Thee Illusions, The Delirians, The Steady 45s).
This episode is dedicated to the late Tim Receveur of Supernova International Ska Festival.
On this Supernova International Ska Festival 2026 Preview Episode, host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with Steve Jackson (The Pietasters), Matt Hensley and Sean Wheeler (The A-100s), Dunia Best (Rude Girl Revue), as well as Supernova co-founder/curator, Tim Receveur.
This top ska festival takes place September 12 and 13 at Fort Monroe in Hampton, VA. Tickets and info at Supernovaska.com.
Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with singer, songwriter, and mutli-instrumentalist, Joey Quinones. He's a solo artist and frontman for Thee Sinseers, and a former member of The Steady 45s, The Delirians, The Altons, Chris Murray Combo, and Upground.
Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with current and former members of the veteran Los Angeles-based, traditional ska group, The Dynamics - Amber Foxx, Tony Escarcega, Dex McFerson, Ted Morris, Eric Morrison, Minh Pham, and Bill Purdy.
After a 25-year hiatus, The Dynamics with very special guests will perform at SkaMania's Jamaican Independence Celebration featuring The Pioneers on August 8, 2026 at La Santa in Santa Ana, CA.
On this special Celebrating Carlos Malcolm episode, host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler are joined by: author, educator Heather Augustyn; musician, bandleader Eitan Avineri; singer, musician Chris Murray; and musician, bandleader Robert "Zimbobway" Way.
Carlos Malcolm, one of the true architects of Jamaican music, passed away on May 6, 2026, at the age of 91. Beginning his career in the late 1950s, he helped shape the sound and spirit of Jamaica through his work as a composer, arranger, musician, bandleader, educator, and advocate. His influence reached generations of musicians and audiences, leaving a legacy that will continue to inspire for years to come.
Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with Richard Blade, legendary radio DJ, television host, author, and producer, who is one of the most recognizable voices of 1980's new wave and alternative music.
On this special Celebrating Stranger Cole episode, host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler are joined by: singer, songwriter Persephone "Queen P" Laird; DJ, promoter, record collector Darren Reggae; Australian DJ, promoter, musician, documentarian Mohair Slim; and record label operator, DJ, promoter Chuck Wren.
Stranger Cole passed away on June 11, 2026 at the age of 86. His musical contributions spanned the birth of ska, rise of rocksteady, global expansion of reggae, and current resurgence of ska. His timeless songs, joyful spirit, infectious energy, and enormous influence will continue to resonate for generations to come.
On this Promoter Roundtable episode, host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with three well-respected, veteran promoters -- Tom Chasteen (Dub Club, Echodelic Sound), Dane Roberts (Victoria Ska & Reggae Festival), and Jon Halperin (The Glass House, Vegas Records).
Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with two founding members of The Expanders - Devin Morrison and John Butcher.
Devin's credits also include Man Like Devin & The Relatives, Long Beach Dub Allstars, The Lions, and Hepcat. John's credits also include Jr. Thomas & The Volcanos, The Steady 45s, Western Standard Time Ska Orchestra, Brothers of Reggae, and Ryan Thorne & The Ramblers.
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