🎵 EP Review: “RAGGED” by Taro Kinard
Emerging from the vibrant music scene of Leeds, England, Taro Kinard is a talented artist who wears many hats. From mixing and mastering to songwriting, Taro Kinard took the reins on their latest EP, RAGGED, released on the 7th of November 2025. Drawing inspiration from a diverse range of artists including Will Wood, Lemon Demon, Tally Hall, The Kinks, and Madilyn Mei, Taro Kinard‘s music is a unique blend of influences that captivates listeners.
With RAGGED, Taro Kinard delves into personal experiences of growing up in a broken household and the challenges of an unstable home life, resonating with many who have faced similar struggles. Recorded primarily at their home studio with some sessions at Old Chapel Studios, where even the Kaiser Chiefs have recorded, Taro Kinard’s EP offers a raw and authentic sound that is both introspective and relatable. As Scott Joplin once said, “ragtime shouldn’t be played fast,” Taro Kinard‘s music reminds us to embrace the journey at our own pace.
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🎸 Taro Kinard’s RAGGED: New Music Full of Raw Energy
Taro Kinard‘s RAGGED hits like a bolt of lightning. From the first chord, you feel the intensity – guitars that bite, drums that kick, and vocals that carry both grit and heart. It’s rock, rock-pop, alternative pop – but more than styles, it’s a feeling. Each track is filled with emotion, as if Kinard is inviting you into his messy and beautiful world. The melodies stick, the hooks stick, and the production somehow feels both polished and alive, giving every note a breath.
What makes RAGGED stand out isn’t just energy – it’s honesty. Kinnard writes about struggle, reflection, and resilience in a way that is relatable but never cliché. Some songs lift you up, some pull you into quiet, intimate places, and they all leave an impact. By the last track, you realize this isn’t just an EP – it’s a glimpse into the mind of an artist who isn’t afraid to show both his edge and his heart. Taro Kinard has created something that sticks, something human, something real.
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