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Best Ska Songs for a Wedding Reception | E176
Wedding Songs Podcast for DJs
Six Degrees of Separation:
What ska songs should a wedding DJ actually play? In this episode, Matt breaks down six essential ska artists - and the specific songs he'd reach for first at a wedding reception. From third-wave ska classics to killer covers, this is your go-to ska playlist guide.
Artists covered in this episode:
- Mighty Mighty Bosstones – "The Impression That I Get"
- Sublime – "Doin' Time"
- Rancid – "Time Bomb"
- Reel Big Fish – "Take On Me" (A-ha cover) & "Beer"
- Less Than Jake – "All My Best Friends Are Metalheads"
- Save Ferris – "Come On Eileen" (Dexys Midnight Runners cover)
Whether you're a wedding DJ looking to fill a ska request or a couple building the ultimate reception playlist, these tracks are crowd-tested and Spotify-proven.
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