get it now!
Get the LP immediately. This is just a teaser. The minute I heard this band, it became a favorite.
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Ra Ra Riot is a band full of great energy and originality, if you don't already have this ep, get it and wait for it to become one of your favorites. I've seen them twice and will soon be attending a third show. They have fun when they play and it's impossible not to jump around and have a great time at their shows. I can't wait for more from this band.
frickin sweet
Just saw them open for Editors. Dare I say, as good if not better than the headliners.
Voxtrot-esque
These guys are acquaintances of a buddy of mine, and they are on the right track as of now. Plagued by tragidy, the band is pushing on and recently signed to a label with an LP forthcoming. To me this is right on par with the indie pop of Voxtrot, another excellent band. Nice EP with a lower quality recording, but that lends to the originality of their sound I think.
Great band, plagued with tragedy
I don't know how many of the listeners of this band know this, but the Ra Ra Riot drummer, John Pike, recently passed away. All our wishes are with John's family and the band members.
you would be a fool not to download this
this cd is amazing, and the band is wonderful live. see them if you can!
Fun, fun indie pop
Get this now. Especially if you're ready to shake your butt. Clap Your Hands, The Arcade Fire, etc, watch out, Ra Ra Riot is on their way up to the top.
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