Source: The Indianapolis Star
On February 20, 1999, The Indianapolis Star reported on e18hteen, a Jewish alternative rock band, that is set to play in Indianapolis on February 27th. e18hteen's music celebrates Jewish values and songs are written in both Hebrew and English. Their newer collection is mostly in Hebrew, including music from Jewish Sabbath liturgy. e18hteen, which formed in 1996, has performed nationwide in Jewish community centers, Jewish youth conferences, and Hillel houses. Dan Nichols, a members of e18hteen, stated: "All music is about enlivening an audience. We're about that, but also trying to spiritually awaken people and let them know that religion can be enjoyed. It is not just for the solemn setting of a synagogue or church, but in a concert hall where people stand up and get singing and dancing with the music."