Though lead vocalist Ashley Chapman definitely bears similarities to the Yeah Yeah Yeahs Karen O., RKL manages to come off like a cross between the aggressive indie rock of Pretty Girls Make Graves and the bizzarre intensity of the Blood Brothers. Chapman has a nice range, employing a sinister, caterwaul scream and singing voice that may result in several accusations of sass, but what’s backing her up is just as talented — the band’s frenetic use of power chords is undeniably spazzy, but they scatter these throughout with stunningly diverse and creative guitar-work.
