Ris Paul Ric is a solo project of Christopher Paul Richards, formerly of
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dance-punk
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Q and Not U
Q and Not U was a post-hardcore band from Washington, D.C., signed to Dischord Records. Members John Davis, Harris Klahr, Christopher Richards, and Matt Borlik formed the band in 1998. After Borlik's departure following the release of their firs ...
. In 2005 Richards released his debut album, ''
Purple Blaze
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'', which combined elements of folk, funk, and ambient electronica, and toured in support of the album.
The name "Ris Paul Ric" is based on Richards' full name, "Christopher Paul Richards".
''Ris Paul Ric's'' ''
Purple Blaze
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'' was released on November 1, 2005, by Brooklyn-based label Academy Fight Song. A vinyl LP version of ''
Purple Blaze
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'' was co-released by Academy Fight Song and
Mightier Than Sword Records
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