Rock Plaza Central is one of the greatest bands today. Why? They are spirited, unique, engaging, entertaining, and pack a punch of nostalgia. Okay, so the last point is a unique and personal point for myself and the key people who have loved this band for awhile. But this love from their fans is just more proof of how amazing these Toronto rockers are.
I first met RPC in January 2008 at Zaphods in Ottawa, ON. Since then I have seen them thrice more. Once opening for Dan Bejar from Destroyer, and the other opening for Jason Collett. Every single time I have seen RPC it has been a memorable, amazing, beautiful night (hence the current nostalgia). They are always changing and always playing meaningful music.
From the folk-rock ballads to the sci-fi inspired theme of "Are We Not Horses?", RPC continues to amaze. Maybe it is because lead singer Chris Eaton has an intriguing mind, which translates well to his two Science Fiction novels. Maybe it is the plethora of instruments, from violin to mandolin, that weave their way up and down in frenzied or eerily calm crescendos. Whatever it may be that makes this band magic, they warm my heart every day. Look for their upcoming album.
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