Ska, Filmmaking, & PBS | The Ska Podcast Mini Series Episode 5
Sep 18, 2023
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Patrick Boberg, a filmmaker and musician, discusses his ska journey, playing in bands, working in film/video, and crafting the theme for this podcast. They also talk about cool studio setups, Aquabats posters, professional work for Iowa PBS, early love for music and ska bands, journey in filmmaking and songwriting, creating the perfect theme song, being a ska fan, and overcoming perfectionism.
Scott music creates a positive and inclusive atmosphere at concerts, fostering unity among attendees.
Aquabats and Real Big Fish are praised for their unique musicality and engaging performances.
The speaker reflects on the influence of various bands and instruments in his life, expressing appreciation for their versatility and enjoyment.
Deep dives
Playing in Bands and the Joy of Performing
The speaker reflects on his experience of playing in scott bands, highlighting the fun and joy of performing live. He shares his time in two scott bands, Pre-Shrunk and Evil Geniuses, and mentions the excitement of opening for Five Iron Frenzy. The speaker expresses great enthusiasm for scott music and how it brings people together at shows, emphasizing the positive and energetic atmosphere. He also discusses his dream of being in a touring scott band and the impact scott music has had on his life.
The Influence of Aquabats and Real Big Fish
The speaker shares his admiration for both Aquabats and Real Big Fish. He highlights the unique musicality and style of Aquabats, praising their blend of nerdiness and energetic performance. He recalls covering Aquabats songs with his band and the excitement of playing them live. Similarly, the speaker discusses his love for Real Big Fish and their ability to engage and draw in audiences. He recounts attending a Real Big Fish show where the crowd grew exponentially, showcasing the band's immense popularity and power to captivate fans.
Scott Music as a Unifying and Positive Genre
The speaker expresses his love for scott music and emphasizes how it fosters a sense of unity and positivity. He contrasts scott shows with other genres like punk or metal, noting the absence of aggression or confrontations among the crowd at scott concerts. The speaker believes that scott music creates an inclusive and enjoyable atmosphere where everyone, regardless of background, can come together to have a good time.
The Influence of Various Bands and Musical Instruments
The speaker reflects on the influence of different bands and musical instruments in his life. He recalls being inspired by the guitar playing of Aaron Barrett from Real Big Fish and his ability to effortlessly switch between clean and distorted tones. The speaker also mentions the impact of bands like The Urge and Mustard Plug, as well as his fascination with various instruments such as the ukulele, mandolin, and clarinet. He expresses a deep appreciation for the musical versatility and enjoyment that these instruments bring.
Regrets and Lessons Learned
The speaker opens up about his regrets and lessons learned from his time playing in bands. He acknowledges that his bands didn't reach great success due to lack of commitment and difficulties in organizing shows. The speaker highlights the importance of having a dedicated booking member in a band and admits to not fully pursuing his dream of being in a touring scott band. Despite some regrets, he finds solace and joy in the memories and experiences he had while playing in bands.
Patrick Boberg joins this week to talk about his ska journey, playing in bands, working in the world of film/video, and crafting the delicate tune that would become this podcast's theme.
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