Ska Podcast – BigMikeyDread ReggaeRadio
BigMikeyDread ReggaeRadio is a monthly ska music podcast originating from the U.K. that is downloaded by listeners all over the world. The podcast plays like a ska-themed radio broadcast that mixes up songs from over 50 years of Jamaican music. According to the podcast’s website, there are over 45,000 listeners each month. The music played varies between, “…Mento, Ska, Rocksteady, Early Reggae, Roots Reggae, Dub, Dancehall, Modern Roots, Ragga and a whole heap more” according to the website’s podcast summary.
I listen to a lot of different podcasts, and must say that this is one of the more professionally-produced shows I’ve heard. BigMikeyDread is definitely a natural at the DJ thing, and after listening for several minutes, you’ll think you have the radio on (minus the commercials) instead of a podcast. Host Mike Murphy’s occasional commentary over the music can be a bit intrusive, but overall his enthusiasm for, and knowledge of, ska music is both entertaining and informative.
Definitely good music to have on while blogging about ska music. Check out the BigMikeyDread Reggae Radio website by clicking here.
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