RATATAT- "Magnifique"

RATATAT, or the dynamic duo of Evan Mast and Mike Stroud, made a name for themselves in the Brooklyn underground through a series of self-released demos and remixes.  Their patented instrumental recipe of swirling distorted guitars over hip hop beats rapidly gained the attention of labelmakers and fellow artists alike, garnishing them a prolific touring circuit including a rare performance at the Guggenheim Museum.  The two released 4 albums within the span of their career before seemingly disappearing on an unspoken hiatus.  Nearly 5 years after their last album "LP4", RATATAT has finally returned with their follow-up, "Magnifique".

"Magnifique" is hardly a departure from the band's patented sound (which is a welcome break in the monotony of modern music's predilection for the melancholic)- what they've managed to emphasize this go-ground is dynamics.  Where most instrumental acts meander through soundscapes with elegance and grace, RATATAT punctuate with shrill guitars and keyboard work throughout- creating a unique sound  that's equal part excitement and exploration. 

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