In an era where the consensus about art in general is “it’s all been done,” the logical thing to do is mash different ideas and styles together in an attempt to create something interesting; lest people say what you’re doing is “old.”

If The Shondes are relevant, it’s for that reason precisely. Extracted from classical music and traditional Jewish folk, and rooted in good old punk aggro, they create powerful, heartwrenching, sometimes haunting music; atmospheres accessible by their judicious use of violins and the intertwining vocals of various band members. The result is a fascinating twist on folk-rock which is nothing if not passionate.

Hm. Passion. Now there’s something that never gets old.

MP3: The Shondes - Let's Go

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