The Royal Concept

Charles Caleb Colton once said: "Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery." Based on that, Phoenix should be extremely flattered.To start with the obvious, The Royal Concept sounds a lot like Phoenix. A whole lot. So much so that I was stunned to hear the first track on the radio, "Gimme Twice," and learn that it was not Phoenix's new single. The song heavily features the Phoenix sound, to include the guitar riffs, the vocals, even the phrasing. But it works- "Gimme Twice" is an upbeat, catchy song that is probably the best on the EP."Goldrush", "Knocked Up" and "D-D-Dance" are all solid tunes. The EP is rounded out by "In the End," the only ballad on the EP.I also detect a strong "The Strokes" influence in this band, especially "Goldrush" and "Knocked Up." Again, it works for them. Despite all of the heavy influences, it's not enough for any band unless you can write good music and this EP proves that The Royal Concept is more than capable.I don't know a lot about this band but this is a solid EP and a nice debut for this group from Stockholm. I look forward to hearing how their sound evolves and I get the feeling that I'll be hearing a lot more about this band in the future. You can hear the potential is there for big things, as soon as they decide who they want to be.

If you need something to tide you over until the next Phoenix album is ready, this'll serve the purpose. Catchy as hell but SO derivative it's almost hard to consider on its own merits, especially the single "Gimme Twice." Actually, "derivative" might not be the right word, as "Gimme Twice" follows the Phoenix template to a T, so closely that the first time Thomas Mars of Phoenix heard this he probably wondered when his band released it. But a catchy song is a catchy song, and "Gimme Twice", and, to a slightly lesser degree, "D-D-Dance" qualify as that.

This is my fish feeding anthem!!! I love playing this cd while I'm running around the house pretending to be a little kitty with short fat, stubby legs! It is hard to decide wich one I love the most this product or my kitty... Def. THIS CD!!!!

Stumbled across TRC via FIFA13 and snagged the album at a great price on a whim. Needless to say I'm not disappointed. If you like phoenix you'll like TRC.

Not bad, all in all. I really did think this was a Phoenix side project though. :-D

If you do, you have to get this EP.I really like the solid music and simple lyrics. I can't describe their music except as alternative pop/rock but not heavy rock.Glad I found it.Way to go Amazon!!

I heard "Gimme Twice" on the radio and instantly fell in love. They have a sound like Phoenix but still do their own thing. I can't wait to hear more from these guys. This EP is definitely worth the listen.

I was playing NASCAR the game and a song popped up, I thought, wow, what is that? Did a music search, found Royal Concept, and have been a huge fan ever since!

Great music!