The Split Squad

The Split Squad features axmen Eddie Muñoz and Keith Streng—of the Plimsouls and the Fleshtones, respectively—and Blondie drummer Clem Burke. As you might expect from that pedigree, this five-piece specializes in primo late-’70s-style tunes; there's a bit of punk, a fair amount of garage rock and a whole lot of power pop on the band's recent Now Hear This….