72 Rats

Signposts
Post-punk/new wave influenced indie rock. Talking Heads, REM, Joy Division, Replacements, Sonic Youth - all influences that come through in different aspects that combine to bring something a bit different.

Quotes

• “Seattle-based indie band 72 Rats isn’t here to play by the rules. They’re making music for the sheer thrill of it, and that energy radiates though every note they play.” - TUNEPICAL
• “With their mix of gritty realism and poetic storytelling, 72 Rats has managed to craft a song that resonates with anyone who has ever felt lost in the noise of the world around them.” - TEMPO STUB
• “I’m trying to place it. I mean I hate comparisons in general but it’s like, joy division meets the Americana of Wilco. Which is… surprisingly a great combination. There’s a base of influences that is like, just right, but there’s a reverby atmosphere that brings something different” Michael T
• "I also hear some feelies, especially on the first track, also definitely REM, some GBV, a little Bob Mould. These songs are all right up my alley. Second track “No Heroes” has an awesome slow burn, dark Lou Reed kinda vibe with a great anthemic chorus, I dig that dynamic. The last 3 are all bangers and jangly college radio smash hits. There are hints of them but it all blends together for a very unique sound. Congrats on a great EP man!!" Frank R