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Hometown	Iasi, Romania
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Band Members	Lucian Curelariu (vocals, acoustic guitar) <br/><br/>... » more
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RAVA is an alternative rock band from Iasi, Romania. Its name is an acronym, which means “Revenio Ad Veritatem Aeternam” (Return to the Eternal Truth)

RAVA’s sound can best be described as a continuous effort towards originality. Each song is a bit different, each song is a bit experimental. One could think that the band tries to avoid an etiquette, remaining, at the same time, in the giant musical field which most people envision as being alternative rock. Soft and deep vocals often contrast with thunderous drum beats and furious guitar riffs. Fast and catchy harmonies gracefully complement mellow and dark musical creations. All these are masterfully completed by a variety of lyrical themes, centered on human feelings and ranging from living the experience of love and the search for a goal in life to struggling with hypocrisy and ignorance

Formed in 2006, the band gained national recognition in 2006-2007, when it won the third prize at the “Gaudeamus” Music Festival in Brasov. This award led to the recording of a short demo, composed of two songs, in March 2007. One of these songs was selected to represent the band on the second issue of the “Manifest Yourself” compilation, a project initiated by “Sunete” magazine

Following a hiatus generated by changes in the original lineup, RAVA made its return on the Romanian rock scene in the autumn of 2007. This return marked a different musical approach, the band orienting itself towards a wider array of influences

2008 also exposed RAVA to wider audiences. This national attention was possible due to the help of radio stations such as Radio Guerilla, Radio VoxT, Radio CityFM and television channels, such as Iasi TV Life, TVR Iasi and TeleM. In August 2008, RAVA won the awards for “Best Rock Song”, “Best Rock Vocals” and “Best Rock Band” at the first edition of the “Local Bands’” Festival, held in Targu Mures

Currently, the band is putting the finishing touches on their first official release, with hopes of getting it out in June 2009

The journey goes on. Stay tuned for updates!

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May 2009 Indie Rock

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RAVA, a great band! by AltIasi.ro
I'm pessimistic tonight... and I love you all!" says Lucian (vocals and acoustic guitar) when he welcomes us at the last show from the run of three, announced here. The "Mihai Ursachi" venue offered a pleasant, welcoming and breathable space on Sunday, for hearing RAVA's songs and covers from the international repertory. The sound quality was acceptable, but the instruments generated some technical problems, promptings jokes from the band members. The show begun with a slight delay because of the soundcheck, but it gave us the opportunity to watch them in the powerful neon light. With each song, the audience was more and more thrilled..."Simple Game", "Long Nights", "Liar". The last song I mentioned is my favorite! The only problem was that we couldn't dance, but that was possible in "Hand" and "Dublin" and here it was all about feeling the music. The covers were very varied, from "Let Me Entertain You" to "Soulstorm" and the song "Lost Song" - The Cat Empire had Bogdan, saxophone player, as guest. The performance was good and the attitude of the boys was humorous and relaxed. Funny remarks, gay jokes and die-hard RAVA fans, which follow the band's career since the beginning, were all there. The boys' only wish was that the "die-hards" don't become "street stalkers". RAVA represents Iasi's music and is based on fan support, the next shows depending on those who really want to listen to them, so "ask, and you will get". What do you say, do we ask for more RAVA shows? Review by Anda Prodan

RAVA shows in Iasi by AltIasi.ro
I haven't mentioned anything about rock for some time, although there have been some events of this type in Iasi. I preferred listening to and presenting a band which I think is worth hearing. Therefore, I will invite you at RAVA's run of shows, this week. First, I will remind you that I've written about RAVA before, some time ago. Lucian Curelariu - vocals and acoustic guitar, Bogdan Hapliuc - lead guitar and backing vocals, Laurentiu Dumescu - bass and Codrin Murariu - drums started the adventure of RAVA in 2006 and little by little they've developed their own musical style: soft-rock with indie influences. Their shows started to grow, they've been included in radio charts and this year they were proposed to play at B'Estfest. You can find details on how to help them get selected at this event on their official blog. Wendesday, March 25, from 9:00 PM, the band will start their live journey in Copou, with a show in "Dublin" Pub, where the admission will be free. On March 26, at the same hour, you will be able to listen to rock music in "Hand" Club, with a 5 RON admission, and Sunday, March 29, the last show of this run will be held at "Mihai Ursachi" Cultural Center, in Copou Park. I understand that after these shows which the band will play in Iasi, RAVA will take a break from playing, so don't miss the occasion of attending special nights with rock music. Review by Dragos Bargaoanu

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Stage size: 30X20 ft.

Amps: Fender Pro Tube Twin-Amp (for electric guitar), Marshall AS100D (for acoustic guitar), Fender Bassman® 410 with Bassman® 250 HD Head (for bass)

Mics: 3 X Shure SM58 (for vocals), 3 X Shure SM27 (for amps), 1 X Shure PG52, 3 X Shure PG56, 2 X Shure PG81, 2 X Shure A50D (for drums) - all with their respective cables (preferably XLR-XLR)

Drums: SONOR or Drum Workshop 4-piece drums, with 3 X Straight Cymbal Stands

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