The Klezmatics — artist
The Klezmatics are a New York City-based band known for their innovative approach to klezmer music, a traditional form of Eastern European Jewish folk music. Since their formation in 1986, they have expanded the genre by incorporating elements of jazz, world music, and punk, drawing influence from artists like Woody Guthrie and the cultural melting pot of New York. Their sound is characterized by a blend of traditional klezmer melodies with contemporary rhythms and socially conscious lyrics, making them a distinctive voice in both the klezmer revival and the broader world music scene.