Name: Classics
Brand: Ratatat

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

XL-198-1

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Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2006-09-12

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Beggars Group

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

634904019815

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1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Ratatat

Genre US

Rock-Pop

Label US

XL Recordings

Ratatat is an electro trip rock duo hailing from Brooklyn, USA. With their unique blend of electronic and rock elements, they have captivated audiences worldwide. Their music is characterized by catchy melodies, intricate guitar riffs, and infectious beats that will get you moving.

Drawing inspiration from a diverse range of genres including hip-hop, punk, and classical music, Ratatat has carved out their own distinct sound. Their tracks are filled with layers of synthesizers and distorted guitars that create a mesmerizing sonic landscape.

Having gained popularity for their energetic live performances, Ratatat has shared the stage with renowned artists such as *Ghostland Observatory*, *Ronald Jenkees*, and *Black Moth Super Rainbow*. They have also been compared to other notable acts like *Digitalism*, *The Avalanches*, and *Justice*.

'classics' remains resolutely instrumental, but the band has introduced a wealth of new sounds, from acoustic and slide guitar to sleigh bells and cello. their vastly improved production and writing makes this record a refinement of their art. ratatat lay squealing metal harmonies over choppy neptunes-style dance thumps, then break into pastoral waves of keyboard tone, riding dub tempos and hip-hop struts. they're crotch-pumping arena pimps and introverted minimalists. songs like 'lex,' 'loud pipes' and 'tropicana' all drip with effortless cool. the patented sound from the group's debut is still in place - twin guitar leads soaring atop fizzy, hip-hop beats - but ratatat has expanded their brushstrokes into every corner of the painting so that each listen yields new, greater rewards.

Classics

Music US

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