Shunk

Event ID: MS63192

Sat, Mar 14, 2026 | 1:00 AM - 1:40 AM

Venue: Swan Dive

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Summary

Formed over the Fall of 2022, Shunk is a four piece from Montreal. Drawing from a vast catalog of musical influences, their sound ranges from shimmering French love songs, to cataclysmic rock. The band's live performances are intense and mesmerizing, the whimsical lyrics and cutting riffs fashion a distinctive sound.

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