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Zookraught is shaking up Seattle’s music scene in the most delightful way! This dance-punk trio of Stephanie Jones, Sam Frederick, and Baylee Harper is not just a band; they’re an experience. Their recent debut album, VIDA VIOLET, features short, punchy tracks that are perfect for dancing and shaking off your worries. Their song titles, from “Hunny Fuckit” to “Chew Tobacco, Spit,” suggest a cheeky sense of humor that we could all use a bit more of in our lives.
They’re primed to rock the Vera Project stage at Bumbershoot, and I for one can’t wait to see what chaos they bring to the party! Imagine drumming while standing on a stool and playing guitar with your teeth—how can you not be intrigued by a band that brings that kind of energy? Plus, their fans, dubbed the “Zook,” are already a wild bunch eager to join in the revelry. If you’re looking for a reason to thrash around in a mosh pit, this might just be it.
It’s hard not to admire a band that knows how to keep it fun. In a music scene that often takes itself too seriously, Zookraught seems to have mastered the art of rebellion with laughter. What else is there to do but bounce around and let loose? So, the big question is—are you ready to join the “Zook Pit” for what promises to be a night of face-melting fun?
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