Van Goat

“Back in the ‘30s and ‘40s, swing was a high-energy dance music that people would dance to ‘til they passed out. These days, if a band starts up with clarinets and the ride cymbals, you’ll start picturing your great grandpa doing the jitterbug. Oakland’s Van Goat breathes a healthy dose of punk rock into swing by stripping it down, raw and so energetic that you’ll want to upstage your granddaddy on the dance floor.” – Good Times Santa Cruz

Van Goat made its Crazy Horse debut back in June and hooked the audience with their infectious energy and dynamic, stylistic approach. In addition to their instrumental prowess, they have two singers with captivating, soulful resonance. This is going to be the perfect pre-Halloween show as they get a little spooky with their mix of surf rock, swing and jazz. Just when you least suspect it, they’ll send the crowd into a frenzy with their takes on classic oldies dating back to the 50s, instantly triggering euphoric nostalgia in people of all ages. If you love Gogol Bordello and Squirrel Nut Zippers, Van Goat is right up your alley!

“Like a skeleton band in hell – jazz art punk on high.” – American Pancake

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