About this episode
If there's one music genre lampooned more than Christian rock, it might just be ska. And Christian ska? Expect next level ridicule. But a lovable band of misfits from Denver, Colorado managed to do something that might seem unthinkable: combine two maligned genres and become a cultural phenomenon with an enduring cult following. On the season two finale of Rock that Doesn't Roll , music journalist Andrew Gill ( Sound Opinions ) , and historian Leah Payne ( God Gave Rock and Roll to You: a History of Contemporary Christian Music ) follow the unlikely rise of Five Iron Frenzy , with insight from Leanor Ortega Till , aka "Jeff the Girl," aka the saxophonist from one of the best-loved bands in the Christian rock universe. Do you have a Christian rock story to tell? Leave us a message at (629) 777-6336. If you want more seasons of Rock That Doesn’t Roll, you can support us on Patreon . https://www.patreon.com/rtdr You can connect with us on Instagram or by emailing RTDRpod@gmail.com Sign up for our Substack to keep up with show developments . Buy RTDR merch here .