Junor Francis And Eric Kohler

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History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 102: Lino Luna, Dexter Krohn, Bubba Sanchez, Mandie Bee & Chris Murray (The Elysians)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with members of the Los Angeles-based traditional ska/rocksteady group, The Elysians - Lino Luna, Dexter Krohn, Bubba Sanchez, Mandie Bee, and Chris Murray.2025-04-271h 28

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 101: Pocket Lent Alumni - Joel Elsten, Mike Long, Justin Sears, Todd Simon, Ian Souter, Tavis Werts & Tim WuHost Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with seven former members of the veteran ska-jazz-punk-funk-reggae fusion group, Pocket Lent: Joel Elsten, Mike Long, Justin Sears, Todd Simon, Ian Souter, Tavis Werts, and Tim Wu.2025-04-061h 35

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 100: Karina Denike & Jason Hammon (Dance Hall Crashers)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler celebrate their milestone 100th podcast episode by talking with Karina Denike and Jason Hammon from the highly-influential and beloved group, Dance Hall Crashers.2025-03-221h 20

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 99: Adam Reeves ("Trombone Man: Ska's Fallen Genius, The Don Drummond Story")Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with UK-based Adam Reeves, writer, creator, and publisher of "Trombone Man: Ska's Fallen Genius, The Don Drummond Story."2025-03-081h 14

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 98: Charley Organaire (Jamaican Music Legend)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with a true Jamaican music legend - harmonica master, arranger, percussionist, and singer Charley "Organaire" Cameron.2025-02-151h 28

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 97: Celebrating the '90s - Part 1 with Malik "The Freq" Moore & Michael MercadoOn this Celebrating the '90s: Part 1 episode, host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with singer, songwriter, musician Malik "The Freq" Moore (Mobtown, Ocean Eleven, The Lions, Irie Beats, The Rhythm Doctors, The Bullets, The Freqtones) and musician, scooter enthusiast Michael Mercado (Liquidator, The Dynamics, The Mob).2025-02-011h 23

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 96: Horace Panter (The Specials, General Public, Special Beat)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with legendary bassist, "Sir" Horace Panter, of The Specials, General Public, and Special Beat.2025-01-191h 17

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 95: 2024 Year in Review Roundtable with Dunia Best, Matt Vest & Darren ReggaeFor this 2024 Year in Review Roundtable, host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler are joined by singer/songwriter/musician/emcee Dunia Best (Rude Girl Revue, Supernova Alliance, Dunia & Aram, Dubistry, Agent 99, Brave New Girl, The Slackers), podcast host/ska newscaster Matt Vest (On The Upbeat), and DJ/record collector/promoter Darren Reggae (Jamaican Oldies Productions). 2025-01-041h 51

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 94: Jeremiah Benzion & Spanky Kingston (Brotheration Records)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with two veterans from the Southern California scene (who are also cousins), Jeremiah Benzion and Spanky Kingston of Brotheration Records. 2024-12-211h 47

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 93: Roy Ellis (Symarip, The Pyramids)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with Jamaican music legend, Roy Ellis, a.k.a. Mr. Symarip and The Boss Skinhead. We also preview Roy's upcoming SkaMania show on January 18, 2025 at La Santa in Santa Ana, CA where he'll be backed by The Aggrolites and share the stage with Mobtown and The Steady 45s. 2024-12-081h 27

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 92: Hornpod Ska Podcast Crossover with JJ Loy & Matt WixsonHost Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with fellow ska enthusiasts Matt Wixson and JJ Loy for our very special Hornpod Ska Podcast Crossover episode. Visit www.hornpod.org.2024-11-231h 28

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 91: Jeremy Peña (The Bandulus)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with singer, songwriter, and guitarist Jeremy Peña of The Bandulus.2024-10-261h 00

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 90: Sarah-Jane Owen (The Bodysnatchers, The Belle Stars)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with legendary singer, songwriter, musician, fashion designer, yoga instructor, and spiritual healer, Sarah-Jane "SunJay" Owen of The Bodysnatchers and The Belle Stars fame.2024-10-061h 29

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 89: Daniel Rachel (author of "Too Much Too Young: The 2 Tone Records Story")Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with Daniel Rachel, UK-based author of "Too Much Too Young: The 2 Tone Records Story."2024-09-221h 07

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 88: Raylin Joy, Clarence "Pocket" Kidd III & Adam Porris (The Calamatix)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with Raylin Joy, Clarence "Pocket" Kidd III, and Adam Porris of Hellcat recording artists, The Calamatix.2024-09-071h 01

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 87: Rich Carlstedt (The Israelites) & David Hawkins (Kingston Beat All-Stars)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with two veteran singers, songwriters, musicians, bandleaders, promoters, and label operators from Southern California's traditional and Christian ska scenes - Rich Carlstedt of The Israelites and David Hawkins of Kingston Beat All-Stars. 2024-08-221h 43

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 86: Mike Sosinski (Bad Time Records, Kill Lincoln)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with Mike Sosinski, owner/operator of Bad Time Records, filmmaker of This Is New Tone, and singer/songwriter/guitarist of Kill Lincoln.2024-07-2857 min

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 85: Susan Cadogan (Jamaican music legend)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with legendary reggae singer Susan Cadogan, who's celebrating 50 years in music. Susan's responsible for such hits and fan favorites as "Hurt So Good," "Do It Baby," "Nice 'N' Easy," and "Fever" We also preview Susan's upcoming SkaMania show where she'll be backed by The Debonaires and share the stage with fellow legends, Stranger Cole and Rudy Mills, on August 10, 2024 at The Glass House in Pomona, CA. This will be her West Coast U.S. debut appearance. 2024-07-131h 18

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 84: Roberto Angotti (Reggae Revolution, 3 O'Clock Reggae, KROQ, KNAC, KSPC)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with their longtime friend, Roberto Angotti, a radio DJ pioneer ("Reggae Revolution" on KROQ and KNAC, "3 O'Clock Reggae" on KWIZ, "Roberto, Rock, Reggae" on KSPC), artist manager, promoter, journalist, filmmaker, professor, and baseball aficionado. 2024-06-281h 31

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 83: Latin Ska Roundtable - Part 3 with Don Diavlo (Chencha Berrinches) & Adrian Gonzalez (Raskahuele)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with two key players from Southern California's Latin ska scene - Don Diavlo of Chencha Berrinches and Adrian Gonzalez of Raskahuele.2024-06-131h 17

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 82: Tara Hahn & Max Beckman (Half Past Two)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with singer/songwriter Tara Hahn and guitarist/songwriter Max Beckman of Orange County, CA's Half Past Two.2024-05-311h 23

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 81: Jonas Cabrera, Paul Hampton, Kip Wirtzfeld & Woody Diaz (The Skeletones)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with four members of Riverside, CA's veteran group, The Skeletones - Jonas Cabrera, Paul Hampton, Kip Wirtzfeld and Woody Diaz. We also preview their upcoming performances at No Values Festival on June 8, 2024 at Pomona Fairplex and on June 9, 2024 at The Glass House, where they will support The Selecter. Visit www.theskeletones.com. This exclusive intro jingle is written, performed and recorded by Jesse Wagner of The Aggrolites. Drums courtesy of Scott Abels. 2024-05-151h 57

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 80: The Cover-Ups & Women of L.A. Ska with Nina Cole, Stacey Iguchi, Mini Kurhan, Sarah Lundeen, Nessa Roffredo, Gina Rodriguez & Cris VersoHost Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with 7 members of The Cover-Ups and women of the Los Angeles ska scene - Nina Cole, Stacey Iguchi, Mini Kurhan, Sarah Lundeen, Nessa Roffredo, Gina Rodriguez, and Cris Verso. 2024-04-281h 47

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 79: Chris Murray (King Apparatus, Bluebeat Lounge)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with Canadian-born, veteran singer, songwriter, musician, producer and promoter, Chris Murray. He was also the front man for King Apparatus and curator of the Bluebeat Lounge. 2024-04-061h 57

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 78: Darren Fletcher, Dean Olmstead & Paul Miskulin (Let's Go Bowling)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with three members of Fresno, CA's veteran ska group, Let's Go Bowling - Darren Fletcher, Dean Olmstead and Paul Miskulin.2024-03-101h 20

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 77: Gaz Mayall (The Trojans, Gaz's Rockin' Blues Club)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with veteran British singer, musician, producer, label operator, DJ, promoter, Gaz Mayall, of The Trojans and Gaz's Rockin' Blues Club.2024-02-251h 35

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 76: Gabrial McNair (No Doubt, Gwen Stefani, Sublime With Rome)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with multi-instrumentalist, composer, and vocalist, Gabrial McNair, best known for his work with No Doubt, Gwen Stefani and Sublime With Rome. We also preview Cali Vibes festival in Long Beach, CA where Gabe will be on double duty on February 17, 2023.2024-02-112h 05

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 75: Drummer Roll Call - Part 1 with Willie McNeil, Korey Kingston & Fritz ZarHost Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with three incredible drummers from the Southern California ska scene - Willie McNeil (Jump With Joey, Big Willie's Burlesque, The Solsonics, Sono-Lux, The Untouchables, Tupelo Chain Sex), Korey "Kingston" Horn (Gogol Bordello, The Aggrolites, Shuffle & Bang, Kingston 10, The Rhythm Doctors), and Fritz Zar (The Steady 45s, Thee Illusions, The English Beat, Chris Murray Combo). 2024-01-282h 06

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 74: 2023 Year in Review Roundtable with Brian "Dub Robot" Wallace, Middagh Goodwin & Dub SisterzFor this 2023 Year in Review Roundtable, host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler are joined by musician/producer/dub master Brian "Dub Robot" Wallace (Mobtown, Long Beach Dub Allstars, See Spot, Western Standard Time), DJ/promoter/journalist Middagh Goodwin (This Is Ska), and music enthusiasts Dub Sisterz (Alice Christensen and Sheila Rene).2024-01-111h 59

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 73: Vernon "Maytone" Buckley (The Maytones)Host Junor Francis talks with singer, songwriter and producer Vernon "Maytone" Buckley of legendary roots duo, The Maytones.2023-12-261h 06

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 72: Mario Fuentes, Erick Troncoso, Mila Cruz & Ivan Mazas (Blanco y Negro)Host Junor Francis talks with four members of Los Angeles' Blanco y Negro - singer/guitarist Mario Fuentes, guitarist Erick Troncoso, saxophonist Mila Cruz, and trumpeter Ivan Mazas. We also preview their upcoming SkaMania show at The Glass House in Pomona, CA on January 13, 2024, where they will open for Ken Boothe. 2023-12-121h 27

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 71: John Avila (Oingo Boingo Former Members)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with legendary bassist, vocalist, producer, composer, and music educator, John Avila, of Oingo Boingo fame, and now of the group, Oingo Boingo Former Members. John has also produced an array of ska acts, including Reel Big Fish, Voodoo Glow Skulls, Pilfers, Madness, Neville Staple, Save Ferris, and Sekta Core.2023-11-261h 46

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 70: Roddy "Radiation" Byers (The Specials, The Skabilly Rebels)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with legendary guitarist, singer, songwriter, Roddy "Radiation" Byers of The Specials fame, who now fronts his own group, The Skabilly Rebels.2023-11-111h 04

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 69: Latin Ska Roundtable - Part 2 with "Senor Kalaca" Jaime Hernandez (8 Kalacas), Azael Hernandez (La Pobreska, Concrete Jungle Ent) & Jimmy Mercado (Red Store Bums)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with three key players from Southern California's massive Latin ska scene - "Senor Kalaca" Jaime Hernandez (8 Kalacas), Azael Hernandez (La Pobreska, Concrete Jungle Ent), and Jimmy Mercado (Red Store Bums). 2023-10-251h 27

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 68: Roger Apollon Jr. & Marc Wasserman (Bigger Thomas, The Phensic, Rude Boy George)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with two veterans on the east coast ska scene - singer/multi-instrumentalist Roger Apollon Jr. and bassist Marc Wasserman - both of Bigger Thomas, Rude Boy George, and now, The Phensic. Marc is also author of Ska Boom! An American Ska & Reggae Oral History and Roger is founder of Copper Son Brewing.2023-10-081h 39

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 67: The Donkey Show Alumni - David Hillyard, Matt Parker, Creedy Bates, Kent Graves & Rob DominguezHost Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with five alumni from San Diego's highly influential and beloved The Donkey Show - David Hillyard, Matt Parker, Creedy Bates, Kent Graves, and Rob Dominguez.2023-09-241h 33

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 66: Brit Luna & Tim Hildebrand (Catbite) Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with two members of Philadelphia's own, Catbite - lead singer Brit Luna and guitarist/singer Tim Hildebrand. 2023-09-101h 32

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 65: Wally Caro & Mark Morales (Angel City Records)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with two veterans on Southern California's ska, vintage reggae and soul scenes - guitarist/songwriter/bandleader Wally Caro (Mobtown) and DJ/record collector Mark Morales - who are partners in Angel City Records. We also preview the upcoming Mobtown reunion show taking place at The Glass House in Pomona, CA on October 20, 2023 where they will share the stage with The Pioneers, The Steady 45s, Thee Scufflers, and others!2023-08-271h 40

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 64: Tim Receveur (Supernova International Ska Festival)Host Junor Francis talks with promoter Tim Receveur, co-founder of Supernova International Ska Festival, which takes place September 14-17, 2023 in Fort Monroe, VA 2023-08-121h 00

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 63: Opie Ortiz (Long Beach Dub Allstars)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with Opie Ortiz, vocalist/songwriter from Long Beach Dub Allstars and talented tattoo/visual artist. 2023-07-271h 16

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 62: "MC Bat Commander" Christian Jacobs (The Aquabats, Yo Gabba Gabba)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with front man of The Aquabats and co-creator of Yo Gabba Gabba, "MC Bat Commander" Christian Jacobs.2023-07-021h 43

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 61: SkaMania's Jamaican Independence Festival Preview with Jeffrey Govan, Spanky Kingston, Colin Giles & Krees BorbonHost Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with four talents who are woven into the fabric of Southern California's ska and reggae scenes -- bassist Jeffrey Govan (Smoke & Mirrors Soundsystem, Mobtown, Rude Boys Outta Jail, Angel City Allstars), singer Brian "Spanky Kingston" Settles (Kingston A Go Go, Rude Boys Outta Jail), drummer Chris "Krees" Borbon (The Capsouls, The Aggrolites, The Steady 45s), and singer/guitarist Colin Giles. We preview SkaMania's Jamaican Independence Festival coming to The Glasshouse in Pomona, CA on August 5, 2023. This massive event is headlined by the legendary Eric "Monty" Morris, The Tennors, and...2023-06-132h 12

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 60: Boss DJs Roundtable - Part 3 with Boss Harmony, Mr. EN, Miss Ivy Satana & Soul Station #1Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with 4 popular selectors from Southern California and Mexico - "Boss Harmony" David Orlando, Ian "Mr. EN" Olivera, Miss Ivy Satana, and "Soul Station #1" Donald Lewis.2023-05-271h 47

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 59: Monty Montgomery Neysmith (Symarip, The Pyramids)Host Junor Francis talks with legendary singer/musician Monty Montgomery Neysmith of Symarip and The Pyramids fame. We also preview his upcoming appearance at SkaMania's Jamaican Independence Festival at The Glasshouse in Pomona, CA on August 5, 2023.2023-05-121h 21

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 58: Latin Ska Roundtable - Part 1 with Jose Padilla (Matamoska) & Bernie Leos (Los Kung Fu Monkeys)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with two key players on the Latin ska punk scene - singer/guitarist Jose Padilla of Matamoska and singer Bernie Leos of Los Kung Fu Monkeys. 2023-04-281h 35

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 57: "Agent Jay" Jayson Nugent (The Slackers, Crazy Baldhead)Host Junor Francis talks with guitarist, songwriter, DJ, and dub master, "Agent Jay" Jayson Nugent of The Slackers, who's also known as "Crazy Baldhead."2023-04-081h 03

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 56: Heather Augustyn (Rude Girls: Women in 2 Tone & One Step Beyond) & Joanna Wallace (Blue Beat Baby: The Untold Story of Brigitte)In celebration of Women's History Month, host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with author/lecturer Heather Augustyn and filmmaker Joanna Wallace. Heather's 8th book, Rude Girls: Women in 2 Tone & One Step Beyond, was just released and Joanna's documentary, Blue Beat Baby: The Untold Story of Brigitte, is continuing to enlighten fans around the world.2023-03-241h 58

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 55 - Joe Nieves, Eric Crucial & Ian Jacks (The Steady 45s)Host Junor Francis talks with three members of one of Los Angeles' most talented and buzzing ska/rocksteady/reggae groups, The Steady 45s - guitarist Joe Nieves, bassist Eric Crucial, and saxophonist Ian Jacks. We also preview the March 18, 2023 show at the El Rey Theatre where The Steady 45s will be backing ska legend, Stranger Cole.2023-03-101h 59

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 54: Jon Pebsworth & Jonas Kleiner (Buck-O-Nine)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with singer Jon Pebsworth and guitarist Jonas Kleiner of San Diego, CA-based, veteran ska punk group, Buck-O-Nine.2023-02-181h 51

History of L.A. Ska: One On One SessionsEpisode 53: Roger Steffens (author, lecturer, photographer, actor, radio DJ legend, reggae archivist)Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with their longtime friend, Roger Steffens, a radio DJ legend, reggae archivist, author, lecturer, photographer, and actor.2023-02-062h 05

BakotunesJunor Francis and Eric Kohler: LA's Ambassadors of SKASend us a textBakotunes welcomes longtime LA ska and reggae music brethren Junor Francis, host of Reggae Connection (KSPC, Clairmont College) and The Reggae Show (KLXU), and Eric Kohler (Goldenvoice, Reggae Nucleus Magazine.) Junor Francis:After discovering his love for ska and rocksteady music by transistor radio as a youth in the lush Farm District of Manchester Parish, Jamaica, Junor Francis packed his bags landing in New York with hopes of one day breaking into radio. After grinding his way through east coast life, he f...2023-02-021h 32