Nouveau Riche (Philadelphia band)
| Company type | Musical group |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2005 |
| Founder | Dice Raw |
| Defunct | 2008 |
| Headquarters | Philadelphia |
Area served | United States |
| Products | Nouveau Riche Longtail EP, Free Money EP |
Nouveau Riche was a Philadelphia-originated ensemble formed in 2005 by Dice Raw, initially operating under the name Disease. The band had the opportunity to perform as the opening act for The Roots at the Kimmel Center and issued two extended plays: Nouveau Riche Longtail and Free Money. Although there were intentions to produce a full album called Bankrupt, it remained unreleased before the group dissolved in 2008. They received a nomination for the 2007 Okayplayer Music Awards in the Rookie of the Year category.
Chase Hoffberger from The Austin Chronicle characterized their musical style as a fusion of hip-hop with psychedelic rock elements, describing it as "interstellar pop on a positive tip." He also emphasized Nikki Jean’s compelling stage charisma alongside the band’s vibrant live shows.
Discography
- Nouveau Riche Longtail EP
- Free Money EP