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Japanese trio cites the Ramones as important influence

Shonen Knife
Shonen Knife performed during the 2005 South By South West Music Festival March 18, 2005, at The Elysium in Austin, Texas.
Jana Birchum | Getty Images 2005

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Today's Morning Edition music is from Shonen Knife with "Osaka Rock City," a song off their latest album.

The Japanese female trio is marking their 30th year performing together. They cite the Ramones as an important influence on their sound, and are currently touring with a former member of the Ramones.

C.J. Ramone played bass in that band from 1989 to 1996. He also has a new album out.