ROMP follows the release of their 2015 evocative EP Sorry, Not Sorry with their equally powerful full length album Departure From Venus. Fueled by the end of a relationship, Sorry, Not Sorry was an adrenaline rush of emotions accompanied by high strung guitar riffs and piercing vocals. Departure From Venus is what happens once the dust settles. With a more poignant and polished sound ROMP maintains the zestful quality of their EP without sacrificing what makes them such a joy to listen to: the dance inducing, punch drunk energy of the undulating guitars and the beautifully emotive vocals. Just as comfortable playing in a basement party as in a rock club, New Jersey’s ROMP is a band to keep an eye (an d two ears) on. Show them some love this Wednesday, March 30, at Shea Stadium BK or at Rough Trade on April 14th, and give them a listen below. – Adriana S Ballester
