The Riko and Whaler Collective (RWC) is a band originally from West Chester, PA. RWC is known for delivering exciting, high energy performances that entices its audience to become immersed in the often hypnotic groove. Riko and Whaler has gained a following at live shows due to each show being a completely unique experience, with songs taking on energizied and fresh improvisational takes at each performance.  RWC blends many genres together such as Jam Band, Psychedelic Rock, Jazz, Funk, and Hard Rock to appeal to music and art appreciators of all sorts. The set lists vary from show to show but often include free flowing and electric improvisational pieces, original songs, and unique covers of bands such as The Grateful Dead, Phish, The Beatles, Pink Floyd, Miles Davis, and many more. Shows always bring audiences into psychedelic splendor as well as getting down into funky and dancing jams, it all depends on the show, the vibe, and the audience. Check out our show schedule and catch a show near you and get on the wavelength!

The Riko and Whaler Collective, while being a musical performance group is also an experimental and expansive art collective that connects and promotes artists, creators, and brings creative minds together in order to support and collaborate with each other. Riko and Whaler Collective also is a part of the Philadelphia Psychedelic music and art scene, check out the instagram page @phliadelphiapsychedelic to learn more about the local sights and sounds RWC has been a part of.

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