Every once in a while, a so-called "ska" artist comes along who is effortle… Read Full Bio ↴Every once in a while, a so-called "ska" artist comes along who is effortlessly able to incorporate various styles of music into the genre resulting in the progressive transition of ska music to yet another level. Mighty Mighty Bosstones did it. Sublime did it. No Doubt did it. Frank & his Skunk Allstars are doing it right now.

Frank Lieseners band is called the Skunk Allstars; a rotating lineup of veteran musicians and producers. For close to 10 years, Frank has linked himself with professional and seasoned forces in the music industry, all of whom have been a part of the development of the Skunk Allstars at one point or another. The list of artists and producers Frank has worked with is respectable: Long Beach Dub Allstars (Musicians), Eddie Ashworth (Producer: Sublime, Pennywise), Mad Professor (a.k.a. Neil Fraser), Z-Man (Corn Doggy Dog, Skunk Records), Troy Fenton (Grammy winning, managed Men At Work), Miles Doughty (Slightly Stoopid), and the legendary Mark Berry (multi-platinum, award-winning producer for Elton John, David Bowie, Mighty Mighty Bosstones). The fact that other talented contemporary artists and producers want to work with Frank Liesener helps quantify his individual and unique ability to write, record, and perform music. All of this helped land a deal with EMI Publishing in the mid 1990s that continues to this day. But theres more to Frank than just that.

With a background in competitive skateboarding (EuroCup 1989), Tae-Kwon-Do, and playing nearly 2,000 live concerts in ten years, Frank Liesener is schooled in sports, eastern philosophy, and performing live music. It is without a doubt music that makes up the majority of Franks life these daysit is his calling. God has blessed Frank with both an innate music sense and the ability to truly connect with an audience. Consider the lyrical talent Frank demonstratesand how it resonates with kids and adults from all walks of life. Pair that with his natural born, instinctual songwriting abilityand you have a recipe for nutritious, delicious music. Franks fans often comment to this effect on the message board at the MySpace page for Skunk Allstars (www.myspace.com/skunkallstars), which just passed 46,000 "friends" as of February 20th, 2006. Skunk Allstars have a very devoted fan base on MySpace and have consistently placed in the Top 10 on the MySpace "Ska" charts for page views, song plays, and music downloads. Skunk Allstars are also consistently ranked "..1" by fans on MySpacecheck the Ska charts on any given day and youre likely to see them ranked right there on top by the fans.

A pioneer in the European ska and punk scenes, Frank Liesener has always taken liberties by peppering his music with multi-genre, groove-ability. Its what helps make Frank who he is. The new album from Frank & his Skunk Allstars is called Hatred of a Minute and its the kind record that defies categorization but demands radio airplay. The rhythms, hooks, harmonies, layers, and melodies displayed on Hatred of a Minute are off the map. There is no blueprint Frank is following as he irresponsibly but carefully blends reggae with rockabilly, rocksteady with hip-hop, dub with swing, and punk rock with jazz. The end result is a sound all its own---a stinky "skunk" sound of automatic dynamite thrilling your ears with wild, madcap melodies containing messages of empathy, hope, and resolve. The intense and vibrantly twisted art and layout for Hatred of a Minute was designed by Jason Cooper who has created designs for bands like System of a Down, The Donnas, and Henry Rollins. Common themes in Franks lyrics include perseverance, freedom, and extending a helping hand to your brothers and sisters in need. Its a serious symphonious feast for your ears, eyes, and mind on at least a few levels. The best way to experience all of the above is to stop and listen. So please take the time to give the brand new album from Frank and his Skunk Allstars a good, hard listen. Its called Hatred of a Minute and it can change your life for the better.

Frank Liesener is currently putting together a 40-piece orchestra with whom he will tour world wide in support of the release of Hatred of a Minute through American indie label Hairball8 Records. The new album is scheduled for a street date this coming Spring of 2006.

Step By Step
Frank and his Skunk Allstars Lyrics

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Boy need to step up
Need a checkup so you don't get rekt up
Little boy garbage looking head yeah
Your head so big
Boy i think you need a check up
Yeah a check up

Yeah a check up

Go to the doctors you get the rest yeah
Pass him to the back
Now he gonna put his neck up
You got spaghetti
Gonna roast me bout' my haircut
Long nose like pinocchio boy you
Need to step up
Where i'm from business slap
We cookin' up in a kitchen
Cookin' up dope in a jet
Break out hives on my chest 17 checks
Put in 3 on checklist
200 bands on my new necklace
That from fiji brand
My water like fresh yeah

Boy need to step up
Need a checkup so you don't get rekt up
Little boy garbage looking head yeah
Your head so big
Boy i think you need a check up
Yeah a check up

Boy need to step up
Did a hit with nicki now we best yeah
We ain't no mess yeah
People call you shorty cause you
Ain't a a-40 yeah
Imma skrrt in the hood with a porsche yeah
Little piggy let me in hoppin' scores yeah
Little boy step up to my
Lambo to a porsche yeah
We ain't never did it in forza
Step to me and you gonna floor out yeah yeah
You ain't steppin on a high note
Pennywise will make your eyes float
Bought some pounds cheese came
From downtown yoo
Cause we ain't never lie no

You gonna roast me and my team
You gonna roast me and my team
Sippin purple drank and i leave
Call me short ain't a fatty
You ain't like a krabby patty
You ain't messin' with me nooooo
You ain't steppin' to me or my team noooo
Jahbar ain't dumb he just roast
You like the sun
Jahmir ain't a lump he could throw you dump
And you fat leaking hamburger helper
Finn wolfhard yeah i got uzi on my track
This is frankie and you fat
Hop out my lane you ain't fast
Try roast me when i back pull a track
A side dish for my tissue you got a issue
Professional tisoo too sticky got boo boo

Binks like a tootoo math ain't what you do
You a 4 through put a bullet on you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Frank and his Skunk Allstars' song Step by Step are lamenting the absence of a loved one. The singer is eagerly waiting for their partner to appear, expressing impatience and concern for their whereabouts. The repeated phrase "come out, come out wherever you are" emphasizes the singer's yearning for contact and connection.

The lyrics also reveal the singer's vulnerability and uncertainty, with the line "mentally, I'm not up to par." This suggests that their emotional state is fragile and they may be struggling in the absence of their loved one. The plea for their partner's return is a desperate one, with open arms and a hopeful heart.

The use of the word "incidentally" in the second verse is interesting, as it suggests that the singer is trying to downplay their emotional state or make light of it. The repetition of the phrase "come out, come out, come out" and the final line "wherever you are" reinforce the singer's longing for their loved one's return.

Line by Line Meaning

Come out, come out wherever you are,
I'm calling for you to come out of hiding and reveal yourself to me.

I know, I know you're not very far!
I have a feeling that you're close by and can hear my call.

How I wish you'd hurry,
I really want to see you and be with you right now.

'Cause I'm inclined to worry;
My mind tends to overthink and worry when I don't know where you are.

These arms of mine are open,
I am ready and willing to embrace you when you come out of hiding.

Hoping you'll appear,
I am hopeful that you will reveal yourself to me soon.

Where are you, dear?
I am curious and concerned about your whereabouts.

Come out, come out from under that star!
I cannot see you because you're hiding under a star or some other object. Come out from there so I can see you.

Yes, and incidentally,
By the way,

Mentally,
Emotionally and psychologically,

I'm not up to par,
I'm not feeling well mentally or emotionally right now.

So come out, come out, come out,
Please come out of hiding and reveal yourself to me.

Wherever you are.
I don't care where you are or what you're doing, I just want to see you.

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