The work of German foursome Riches of the Poor is steeped in the raw tenacity of classic indie rock, the dense and atmospheric guitars of shoegaze, and the rippling melodies of Britpop. The band works from a strict non-adherence to genre formalities, imbuing their songs with a wild and undiluted rhythmic nature that plays to their strength as spontaneous architects of cathartic rock-oriented sounds. Drawing inspiration from artists such as The National and The Cure, they favor expressions of grand … Continue reading Riches of the Poor explore an interconnected melodic density and emotional vulnerability on “Please” (BPM Premiere)