ruKus rocks in Warren

WARREN — For more than three years, Polly Punkneck’s main home has been a vehicle.

Nevertheless, she’s not exactly spinning her wheels and is quite used to such a setup, because that’s how long her band has continuously been touring the country.

Since hitting the road in May 2005, Los Angeles-based Jason and the Punknecks have played in 40 states and countless cities, with a goal of making their musical presence felt in all 50.

“It’s pure insanity, passion and faith in God that keeps us going,” said Punkneck, who plays guitar and sings with the four-member band. “A lot of coffee, too.”

The group, which specializes in “new American country, outlaw bluegrass and hillbilly rock ’n’ roll,” was one of eight bands that performed during Sunday’s second annual ruKus festival at the Warren Community Amphitheatre.

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