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The Rapture
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Formed
1998 in New York, NY

Years Active:
90s | Current

 
The Rapture was formed in early 1998 by drummer Vito Roccoforte and guitarist/vocalist Luke Jenner. The whimsical indie group had extensive touring behind them by the time they recorded 1999's "Mirror" for Gravity. More touring ensued -- with the likes of Sunny Day Real Estate and Nuzzle -- and the band eventually relocated to New York City. They lost their original bassist and found a new one in Matt Safer, who had recently moved from Washington, D.C. After some more touring, the band recorded the six-song "Out of the Races and Onto the Tracks" EP and had it released by Sub Pop in 2001. ...
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Pieces Of The People We Love



2006 Listen Up $6.99
AMG Top Pick
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