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Vennaskond started off in Tallinn, Estonia, in 1984. Since then the band has had many different members, but one man has always remained: the singer, lyricist, and poet Tõnu Trubetsky. The main musical direction has always been punk with a touch of romance. The band's lyrics are rebellious, romantic, often concerning anarchy and mutiny. Musically they sound raw, quite primitive and agressive. Unlike most other punk bands, Vennaskond also uses violins, balalaikas, and accordions, the first being used always for melody. .

"venna is the music of heather hladish and her husband marky. it is the sort of music that focuses on the simplicity of life, and the fragility of being human. so far it's comprised of a couple of guitars and a few voices. more should be expected." Marky Hladish is also a member of The Felix Culpa. Dustin Currier is also a member of The Felix Culpa. .

Aino Venna is an aspiring singer-songwriter from Helsinki. Her debut EP "Missing Buttons" got released in February 2011. http://www.ainovenna.com/#/biografia .

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