Summary
Less than two years ago, Ra Ra Riot formed as a Syracuse University student band. Already, they've been through more hype and tragedy than most bands ever face. Their lo-fi, up-tempo indie rock is a blend of strings, keys, guitar and soft vocals. Praise from Rolling Stone and NME preceded the shock of drummer John Pike's accidental drowning at age 23. After an EP release in 2007, Ra Ra Riot's full-length debut is expected in May. Last weekend, I talked to guitarist and vocalist Milo Bonacci by phone.
To tell you the truth, we didn't know what to do. I'm not sure we know what to do now. We think John would have wanted us to continue, but it's something we still struggle with every daySee the full content of this document
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Hype and Tragedy
Less than two years ago, Ra Ra Riot formed as a Syracuse University student band. Already, they've been through mo...
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