The Rubber Knife Gang

  • Local
  • folk
  • bluegrass
  • americana

The Rubber Knife Gang is a metaphor for many things, but mostly an endearing label for a group of punks who might at first glance, seem a bit sketchy, but ultimately mean no harm. The Ohio River and the great city of Cincinnati have instilled in us a deep appreciation of simple roots music and a good party with family and friends. We began by picking 'round bonfires and dirt bike gatherings, eventually taking the cue to share our music with the larger community. We admittedly don't fit any

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