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2025 Supernova International Ska Festival @supernovaska.bsky.social · May 13

In honor of @pietasters.bsky.social returning to Supernova to perform a special 30th anniversary set of Oolooloo this year, here's a triple shot from their set in 2024 including Freak Show, Tell You Why with Coolie Ranx, & Maggie Mae.

Video: youtu.be/CKom7chPpSY

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pietasters.bsky.social @pietasters.bsky.social · Jun 13

Thanks again @supernovaska.bsky.social for having us at the party 😎

Got your tickets yet?

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pietasters.bsky.social @pietasters.bsky.social · Jun 17

Fun weekend coming up July 11th/12th... 1st stop is in Wilkes-Barre, PA at River Street Jazz Cafe with @sgtscag.bsky.social and Lunch Trucks on Fri, July 11th. #SoExcited

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pietasters.bsky.social @pietasters.bsky.social · Jun 19

Sat July 12th! See you in Rochester, NY at the Tropix Eatery & Lounge for the Skachester Music Extravaganza! Check out our website for the link to tickets!

@pietasters.bsky.social
w/ @someskaband.bsky.social
@motherwortband.com
Turkey Blaster Omega
Captain Tom & The Hooligans

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Eastern Standard Time @estmusic.bsky.social · Jun 3

Just sent off one track for an upcoming compilation. Another will be finished this week. Then it’s off to Europe for the rest of the month. 😀🎶🎶🖤🤍🖤🤍

Poster with dates of Eastern Standard Time’s European Tour in June. Dates are:
19 - Nordenham, Germany - Eldorado
20 - Roßlau, Germany - This is Ska
21 - Zduńska Wola, Poland - Dni Zduńskiej Woli
22 - Fürstenwalde, Germany - Parkclub
23 - Mainz-Kastell, Germany - Feuerwerks Open Air @ Reduit
24 - TBA
25 - Zürich, Switzerland - Dynamo
26 - Absberg, Germany - Wakepark Brombachsee
27 - Nijmegen, The Netherlands - De Kaaij
28 - Köln, Germany - Die Kantine

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Joe Ross @joeross578.bsky.social · Jun 4

Had a great rehearsal with the dudes last night in preparation for the Rocksteady Freddy Quartet gig this Sat, June 7th in Boulder, CO (3490 Fordham Ct)

Fun, family-friendly, backyard BYOB/potluck *FREE* show (donations appreciated 🙏😎)

Doors at 7 PM, show starts ~ 8/8:30 PM

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Joe Ross @joeross578.bsky.social · Jun 2

THIS Sat, June 7th in Boulder, CO!

Rocksteady Freddie (NY Ska Jazz Ensemble) - Vocals/Sax/Flute/Keys

James Vaughn (Al's HWY50) - Guitar

Andy Verdecchio (@fiveironfrenzy.bsky.social) - Drums

Joe Ross (@pietasters.bsky.social, @theplayersband.bsky.social) - Bass

Doors at 7, show ~ 8, FREE!!!

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pietasters.bsky.social @pietasters.bsky.social · May 28

We had an awesome time at @punkrockbowling.bsky.social!! Thanks to all 🙏😎

Next up for us is never Early Fest on Sat, May 31st in Baltimore, MD at Power Plant LIVE! See you there!!

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The Players Band @theplayersband.bsky.social · May 16

Tonight! Doors at 7pm, we hit at 8pm. Ska party at Zen West w/the legendary Toasters!

app.tickethive.com/e/zenwesttoast

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The Players Band @theplayersband.bsky.social · May 11

Friday! Zen West!

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Twlldun @twlldun.bsky.social · Apr 17

Why does this echidna look like he’s about to drop the hottest jazz piano album OF THE YEAR

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LorennaCleary.bsky.social @lorennacleary.bsky.social · Apr 17

There is nothing comforting about “I’m just as scared as you” coming from the legislative branch that’s supposed to keep checks and balances on the executive. While she thought it was relatable, it is actually mortifying.

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Joe Ross @joeross578.bsky.social · Mar 29

TOMORROW in Denver! 🥳

firsttimecallerden.bsky.social @firsttimecallerden.bsky.social · Mar 28

TWO MORE DAYS until our debut performance!

Sat, Mar 29th @ Moe’s Original BBQ in Englewood, CO

WTF Fest
ft. Swashbuckling Doctors, Dammit Jim, All Waffle Trick & @firsttimecallerden.bsky.social

Doors @ 7 PM
We hit at 7:30!

Hit up any of the bands for cheaper presale tickets.

Joe Ross @joeross578.bsky.social · Mar 26

Another Colorado-area @pietasters.bsky.social gig? At @skabrewing.bsky.social ?? With Less Than Jake and @bitemebambi.bsky.social ??? Absolutely 😎. Let's party ya'll.

pietasters.bsky.social @pietasters.bsky.social · Mar 26

📣 JUST ANNOUNCED! 📣
Sat, Sept 6th | Durango, CO
@skabrewing.bsky.social 30th Anniversary Party
ft. Less Than Jake w/ @pietasters.bsky.social & @bitemebambi.bsky.social
Stay tuned for more details!!

#lessthanjake #pietasters #BiteMeBambi #skabrewing

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Joe Ross @joeross578.bsky.social · Mar 26

Hope to see ya there for our 1st show!

firsttimecallerden.bsky.social @firsttimecallerden.bsky.social · Mar 26

FIRST SHOW EVER | WTF Fest @ Moe’s BBQ in Englewood, CO
Happy B-Day, Wayne 🎂 🎉 🍻 🎶

Tickets: 032925.eventbrite.com

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pietasters.bsky.social @pietasters.bsky.social · Mar 25

Our friends @theplayersband.bsky.social are running a Kickstarter campaign to help fund their upcoming new album release 'SKAZILLA!' and could use your help. They're 75% funded with 7 days to go. Check it out!

www.kickstarter.com/projects/the...

The Players Band’s 6th album - SKAZILLA!

Recording sessions are complete and we need your help to bring the project to life

www.kickstarter.com

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Joe Ross @joeross578.bsky.social · Mar 24

New band First Time Caller...featuring yours truly along with members of The Dendrites, Skank Williams and The Opalites! First show on Sat, Mar 29th at Moe's BBQ in Englewood, CO. Hope to see you there!

firsttimecallerden.bsky.social @firsttimecallerden.bsky.social · Mar 24

📞 💥 First Show Saturday 3/29 Moe's BBQ Englewood
NEW DENVER BLUES PUNK
Debut EP Coming Spring ‘25
#denvermusic

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The Players Band @theplayersband.bsky.social · Mar 22

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The Players Band @theplayersband.bsky.social · Mar 20

11 days left!

www.kickstarter.com/projects/the...

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Joe Ross @joeross578.bsky.social · Mar 20

These shirts are cool 😎 You can grab one on our Kickstarter! @theplayersband.bsky.social

The Players Band @theplayersband.bsky.social · Mar 19

Give the people what they want - SKAZILLA! t-shirts! Available for pre-order as an add-on to our Kickstarter. ONLY 12 DAYS TO GO!

www.kickstarter.com/projects/the...

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Joe Ross @joeross578.bsky.social · Mar 16

Good times in store later this week with @pietasters.bsky.social, @mustardplug.bsky.social & @flyingraccoonsuit.bsky.social. Hope to see ya there!

pietasters.bsky.social @pietasters.bsky.social · Mar 16

Tour with Mustard Plug and Flying Raccoon Suit is THIS WEEK!

March 19th Atlanta, Georgia, Masquerade
March 20th Deland, Florida, Cafe DaVinci
March 21st Stuart, Florida, Terra Fermata
March 22nd Miami Beach, Florida, Miami Beach Bandshell
March 23rd St. Augustine, Florida, Colonial Oak Music Park. No Pietasters on the Colonial Oak Music Park gig, sorry!

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Joe Ross @joeross578.bsky.social · Mar 16

*Woot woot!* Good stuff, homie 😎

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pietasters.bsky.social @pietasters.bsky.social · Mar 13

The Pietasters' last stop in FL on our upcoming Southeast run is on Sat, Mar 22nd in Miami Beach, FL!

Sat, Mar 22nd | Miami Beach, FL | Miami Beach Bandshell
@mustardplug.bsky.social & @pietasters.bsky.social
w/ @flyingraccoonsuit.bsky.social
Doors @ 6 PM
Tickets: $25 ADV
All Ages

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