Ra Ra Riot’s The Rhumb Line is Indie Pop Perfection

In the world of indie pop, there are lots of bands but few who stand out in the crowd. One of the best new indie pop records in a long time, one that clearly stands head and shoulders above the derivative and the boring records that flood shops every week, is The Rhumb Line by Ra Ra Riot.

Formed in Syracuse, New York by a group of Syracuse University students, Ra Ra Riot burst quickly onto the scene with an incredible live show that made them famous on the blogosphere before they even had any records to sell. After self-releasing a five song EP, they toured with bands such as The Editors and Tokyo Police Club, picking up new fans along the way. Now, finally, at long last, their first album is out. Featuring catchy hooks and driving beats, it’s the perfect soundtrack to the slow winddown of summer. Want to catch them live? They’re performing on Late Night with Conan O’Brien on September 2nd and then return to NYC in October for shows at the Bowery Ballroom and the Music Hall of Williamsburg. Don’t miss out!

This entry was posted by Adam on Thursday, August 28th, 2008 at 12:11 pm