The Hooks - “So Many Questions”

The perfect blend of traditional irish punk and the Kaiser Chiefs’ pop sensibilities, San Francisco’s own The Hooks make me very glad I have a fresh pint in my hand (and sad that I’m not back in Milwaukee right now for Irish Fest). Originating in Ireland, they played two tours with punklebrity Shane MacGowan before exporting themselves to the states. With, appropriately, hooks aplenty, these guys are definitely worth checking out — they’ll be playing at the El Rio in SF on September 12th. The rest of the country? Well, you’ll have to settle for a couple great EPs for now. Buy em now so they’ll be able to afford to come your way!

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