When this CD came through and I saw that the band were releasing this CD on Good Charlotte’s label ‘DC Flag Records’ I was expecting it to be an over produced piece of rubbish to be honest. However, I though I’d give the CD a chance and listen to it a few times before deciding whether or not I liked it. On first listen I was proven to be wrong about it being over produced and rubbish as it is actually quite a good CD, and the more times I listened to it the more I began to like it.
There are 4 tracks on display here on this fine EP – four tracks which will later be appearing on their album which is yet to be released in the UK. The band is definitely very different to the people that run their label – Good Charlotte, and in my opinion are a far superior band to the aforementioned. They combine tremendous pop sensibilities with superb guitar riffs in order to create songs that are truly unforgettable. I love the bands vocals – on every song they shine through and really make way for an exciting and fulfilling listen. Track 3 on this EP, ‘Slave’ really is a classic – it has one of the most amazing and truly unforgettable choruses I have ever heard in my life, it really is that good. In fact, every track on this EP has a super chorus that you won’t be forgetting in a hurry. This band certainly seems to have a great knack for song writing and as a result every track on display here has come out sounding perfect. The striking thing about LoLa Ray is that despite all being from Orange County, there is a truly British element to their sound. I think this is what makes them so special as they’re not like a lot of American bands – they have a truly original and exciting sound that many fail to capture.
Benji Madden made the statement “I just can’t imagine anyone hearing it and not wanting to put it out – it’s that good.” For once, I actually agree with the guy here as this really is a fine EP, and if it is anything to go by then the album is sure to be a stormer. If this band don’t get huge then there’s something seriously up with the world as they are clearly a great band with a lot of talent and a fine skill for penning great tunes.
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UK based film graduate with a huge passion for music, sports and video games.