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Jan 26

Coverage by Chris Sturk

RIPE — A Band Built on Joy, Groove, and Community

Ripe is seven musical soulmates who refuse to believe in a single definition of dance music. They are an unstoppable groove — an extended moment of ecstatic release — the catalyst for taking “just another night” and elevating it into something entirely different. They are the swagger of funk filtered through a rock anthem, a musical journey that somehow gets stuck in your head like your favorite pop banger.

They are the anchors of a rapidly growing community, a group of new friends becoming good friends, becoming part of an extended family as their sound spreads and their world deepens. They look at joy with the same depth most people reserve for sadness, finding a happiness that is heavier and more meaningful than a simple distraction from the negative.

Born all over, formed in Boston, Ripe is ready to bring the whole world to its feet.

Concert Review — RIPE at Lincoln Theatre

I first heard of RIPE a few weeks ago when their cover of Ellie Goulding’s “On My Mind” popped up in my YouTube feed. I loved the way they added their own twist to the song, giving it an upbeat, dance‑driven, uplifting tempo. After that, I dug deeper into their music and quickly realized they have a fun, energetic funk style that’s impossible not to move to. When I listened to “Little Lighter,” the mix of vocals, horns, and rhythm had me bopping my head without even thinking about it. Honestly, I couldn’t stop — the groove just takes over.

When I saw they had a tour stop in Raleigh, I knew I had to cover the show and share their music with everyone. I arrived at the Lincoln Theatre not knowing exactly what to expect, so I dropped my gear off in the back and grabbed a seat near the soundboard. After a little while, the lights dimmed and the band walked out to a wave of loud cheers. They greeted Raleigh and jumped straight into the music.

During the first song, I looked out and saw a sea of people swaying, dancing, smiling, laughing — completely relaxed and locked into the moment. As I moved through the crowd to grab certain shots, fans smiled at me, and one even said, “Hey bro, you want to take some pictures here, man?” That kind of chilled‑out, welcoming vibe from fans is rare, and it set the tone for the entire night.

The band was incredibly interactive on stage. Robbie Wulfsohn (lead vocals) moved all around, singing and dancing with the crowd, feeding off their energy. The whole band looked like they were having an absolute blast.

As the set went on, the energy only grew stronger. The crowd sang back lyrics, danced nonstop, and smiled through every song. If you’re looking for grade‑A funk pumping through your eardrums, this is the band to see. They sounded fantastic and delivered a fun, engaging, high‑energy concert experience.

Check them out — and you can purchase their latest 2018 release down below.