The Shackeltons ::: Photo by Abbey

Two years after being introduced to them, The Shackeltons remain my favorite band making music today. Sure, I’ve seen hundreds of new bands after discovering The Shackeltons, but no band has compared to the frenetic energy, passion, and uniqueness these five boys from Chambersburg, Pennsylvania bring. 

Needless to say, I am never surprised, but always pleased, when someone else discovers The Shackeltons and falls just as fast for them. And that’s what happened at this year’s SXSW festival, where amidst thousands of bands, The Shackeltons managed to stand out of the hoardes to the fine folks over at NPR and All Songs Considered. Considering what a sweaty, exhausted, intoxicated musical orgy SXSW is, it is quite a feat for a band to be remembered, but it’s no surprise that The Shackeltons were. Thanks to their memorable performance (which we curse for missing) The Shackeltons and their song “Your Movement” is currently being featured on All Song’s Considered: SXSW ‘09 Wrap Up.

A big congratulations to The Shackeltons for getting some NPR love and standing above the SXSW crowd.