Republic of Loose is a Funk/Rock/Soul group from Dublin, Ireland. Band members include Mick Pyro (vocals), Benjamin Loose (bass, vocals), Deco (keyboards), Dave Pyro (guitar, vocals), Brez (guitar, vocals), Coz Noleon (drums and percussion), Andre Lopes (drums and percussion), with percussionist Gargos and backup vocals Orla La, Emily Rose and Eve Ill Jones.
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