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Rasputina

Rasputina is a "" ensemble composed of singer/cellist Melora Creager, and various, frequently changing band members. The current lineup includes Creager (cello), Daniel Dejesus (cello), and Dawn Miceli (drums). Founded by Creager in 1992, they have long held true to their mission of enlightening the common man as to the power and versatility of the mighty cello. Historically influenced, and constantly costumed, Rasputina keeps a small legion of incredibly passionate admirers enthralled with their earnest musicianship.

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KiWi

There are seven artists named Kiwi: 1) Kiwi was an anarchist dance/synth/pop/punk (or something) band. They've released an album called "Anarchists Have More Fun!" and have toured a lot with Defiance, Ohio. The singer of Kiwi is now in Wildebeest. 2) Kiwi is an italian speed fruit hc'n'roll band (As they define themselves). They've Released a Demo called "Speed Fruit Rock" and haven't toured at all.

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Marathon

There are numerous bands with the name Marathon: 1. Marathon was a melodic punk band from various parts of upstate New York, formed from the ashes of bands such as Standfast, De La Hoya, and Building On Fire. They toured the US and won fans with their sincere political lyrics and catchy melodies. In May of 2006 Marathon played their final two shows in New Brunswick, NJ and Syracuse, NY. Members of Marathon continue to write music and tour the world in bands like Attica! Attica! and Polar Bear Club.

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Robb Johnson

Robb Johnson, is an, acoustic, singer-songwriter from London, United Kingdom and is known for his mix of political satire and wit. He has his own record label, Irregular Records, and has released more than 25 albums either solo or in several collaborations. Johnson began his musical career playing in folk clubs in the 1970s and ran a folk club at Sussex University, before forming a band called Grubstreet, which split up in 1983.

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Ghost In The Static

A change is coming... From the darkness of the future comes a warning of things to come, a bleak and desolate world of mistrust and hatred. Ghost In The Static blend influences as diverse as Gary Numan, Tool, Combichrist, Metallica and Nitin Sawhney to provide a truly unique audio and visual experience. We have seen the future...now heed our warning! Born In the UK, Steve Fearon, Gareth Stapleton and Lewis Collins decided to start a new project as a challenge and try to merge all our different influences in to one cohesive unit.

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The Shondes

The Shondes (from the Yiddish for "shame", "monster" or "disgrace",) are a -influenced quartet based in Brooklyn, New York. Their songs combine with and traditional music, with emotionally intense lyrics that speak to the band's politics. Their debut LP (produced by ,) was released on January 8, 2008. The band's original lineup was Louisa Rachel Solomon on bass and lead vocals, Elijah Oberman on violin and vocals, Temim Fruchter on drums and vocals , and Ian Brannigan on guitar.

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The Herd

There is more than one band called The Herd. 1. The Herd is a hip-hop group from suburban Sydney. They have released four full-length albums since 2001's self-titled debut. Unusually for a hip-hop outfit, The Herd's full band format permits dynamic live shows. The Herd's members include MCs Ozi Batla, Urthboy and Berzerkatron, Unkle Ho (beats), Traksewt (piano accordion, clarinet and beats), Sulo (beats and guitar), Toe-Fu (guitar), Rok Poshtya (bass) and singer Jane Tyrrell. Their songs often feature politically-oriented lyrics.

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