The Amish Outlaws are returning to Hoboken, performing at Willie McBrides on Saturday, October 16, for the fifth time in four years. For anyone who has never seen the Amish Outlaws, it's a literal rump shaker: the last time I saw them perform, they invited all the women on stage for an ass shaking contest after an hour of jumping around, getting the entire audience involved and wanting more music.

The first time you see them, what'll come to mind is the following thought: "Are these guys really Amish?"  

Some are, some aren't.  

Four of the original members—Brothers Hezekiah X, McMullen, Eazy Ezekiel, and Amos Def—were born and raised in Lancaster, Pa., and had a strict Amish upbringing, which meant no electricity, no alcohol, and especially no musical instruments. At age 16, these true Outlaws decided to take part in the Amish tradition of Rumspringa, where Amish teens live free of any code of conduct.

After experiencing all of life's vices (remember the movie Kingpin?) the Amish Outlaws came together in 2002 at an actual hootenanny—a rock 'n' roll version—in the Poconos. Still wearing their traditional Amish attire—dark pants, solid blue shirtsleeves, suspenders, and a hat—the brothers noticed each other's talent.

The two other members of the band, Jakob the Pipe Layer and Ishmael L Cool J, are not Amish (referred to as "English") but they became honorary Amish when they joined. The final piece of the band—Brother Big Daddy Abel—joined in 2007.

When you see an Amish Outlaw show, the band is still rocking in their full Amish clothing and they release what they call "all of their pent up energy with an infectious joy." You never know what songs will be belted out as they cover some of the greatest hits from the greatest artists over the past 50 years from all genres of music. It's rare to hear House of Pain, Neil Diamond, Bon Jovi, 50 Cent, Cypress Hill, and AC/DC all in one night, particularly performed live.

The Outlaws no longer abide by Amish law (then they wouldn't be outlaws, no?). They drive cars—no horse and buggy—to and from shows and drink. You'll want to buy these guys at least a pint as a thank you for such a kick-ass show. You'll also get the urge to snap their suspenders, which is encouraged, however, not too hard. Lastly, don't ask for their hats. They've lost too many and claim not to have good hair (or none, in some cases).

And for you engaged couples, the Amish Outlaws are available to perform at weddings.

Amish Outlaws hit the microphones at 11 p.m. at Willie McBride's, located at 616 Grand Street.