Ra Ra Riot Interview

Ra Ra Riot has been buzzing since their EP release in 2007, after several successful stints at SXSW and the full-length release The Rhumb Line, are headlining their very own tour that comes through Dallas October 2^nd. They took time out of their hectic schedule to give me a brief interview.

How'd you come up with the name Ra Ra Riot?

It's a name that a friend of Milo's came up with. We borrowed it at first, and then couldn't think of a better one.

What or who has had the biggest influence on your music?

My friends have had the biggest impact on my music. Most music that I listen to or am inspired by, I've learned about from friends or has been written by them.

What's the most rock-star thing you have done on tour?

Probably crowd surfing at Bowery ballroom.

And the least rock-star thing done on tour?

I've fallen asleep during sound check more than once, sometimes on top of empty cases. (Also could work for most rock-star thing I've done, depending on your perspective)

 What's been the biggest challenge in your musical career?

Defining a unique identity.

 Which band(s) do you dream of going on tour with?

Most often I dream of hanging out with Sting circa 1981. Or John Lennon anytime after 1965.

Why should we pick up The Rhumb Line?

It's only what? $10? You can't find a better value for the jams we packed on there. Except for maybe the original Jock Jams.

Why should we go to the show October 2nd?

We always have a lot of fun when we play so it's bound to be a good time.