"Some rock power trios find themselves adding over-dubs in the studio to fill in holes when their drums-bass-guitar setup doesn’t attain adequate sonic hugeness. Chicago band The Rikters don’t need to – the trio’s “neo-classic indie rock” has a fullness that belies its basic setup. The group cites Elvis Costello and At The Drive-In as influences, which makes sense- The Rikters deliver Costello-esque power-pop hooks via crashing waves of guitar, but minus ATDI’s self-indulgence. The group’s new EP, Don’t You Get It – released at the show – features equal amounts of power and pop. For a small indie record, Get It sounds amazing."
- The Onion AV Club on Don't You Get It
"Power rock trio The Rikters proves less is more on its new EP, Don't You Get It. The group's barebones arrangements allow its musicianship to shine through on punchy, pop-worthy numbers like "Want It, You Got It." But just as inviting is lead vocalist Doug Jenkins' unusual introspection on lines like 'Wondering if true love is really Disney propaganda."
- Max Herman (Illinois Entertainer) on Don't You Get It
"The Rikters are back with Don't You Get It, a 7-song ep that flies by while listening to it and gets better every time. Guitarist/singer Doug Jenkins really shows off his voice on these songs, especially on "Want It You Got It." "You" is a flat out rocker and parts of "Give Me the Wheel" dabble in Radiohead territory. Great bass lines, sharp guitar and pounding drums are prevalent throughout this indie/power pop disc. With 2 eps under their belt, I'm hoping for a full length follow up that rocks as hard as this ep."
- kyle j. (75orless.com) on Don't You Get It
"Catchy anthem rock with a snappy, sleek base and a few lyrical soft spots that makes the band, and their tunes, instantly likeable."
- Lisa Balde - Daily Herald
"The band's straight power rock and the way Jenkins' voice carries remind me of more recent Ted Leo & the Pharmicists. There's a energy and excitement as the band course through the "One Way," its the anthemic sort of song that launched a thousand parties."
- Joe Pence - openingbands.com on Mistaken For Scientists
hey hey! Just dropping by your page to see whats up. We also want to let you know that you can buy our new EP titled "LISTEN UP!" You can buy it from our online merch store @ thefastestkidalive. bigcartel. com... Or you can buy it from our sno cap player located under our myspace player..You cant go wrong : ) Even if you cant pick up the EP, drop by our page and listen to our jams. Let us know what you think.
hey you rock! I was wondering about your show with Sister Hazel, their myspace says they play Elgin August 3rd and yours says the 2nd, so I am unsure as to what day it is. :/
