Blog: MVRemix Rock

Reviewing an album without letting preconceived notions become an influence can be a challenge. Especially since I saw The Royal Concept perform their self-titled EP in its entirety just over a week ago. The dance rock quarter from Sweden knocked my socks off at the 2012 New Music Seminar’s Opening Night Party, but did that charisma and energy translate to their debut EP? In a word…absolutely. The five-song album brings ‘80s influences—synthesizers, drum pads—into the 21 st century with skilled instrument work and strong vocals. The Royal Concept comes out swinging on the opening track “Gimme Twice” [...]