I don't care where their allegiances lie; their music makes my ears bleed. Can't stand U2, either. Doesn't mean Ezra sucks any less.
I was curious so went to their website, signed up for their mailing list (which I can always unsubscribe from) and got a free download of 'Chinese Bandits'. If anyone else is interested in it (it's a conglomoration of band/student chants and tunes). Here's the link if anyone else is interested BETTER THAN EZRA . Just click the 'Get it Now' button and input your email addy. The link to download is emailed to you.
BTE rocks [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gl6gaF_6Wcs]Better Than Ezra - Desperately Wanting - YouTube[/ame]
Personally, I like BTE. I think its pretty cool that they made this tribute to LSU. Sticking to their roots.
BTE is not the best band ever, but they're not the worst either like some are making them out to be. I wouldn't buy their music, but I don't turn it off when I hear it either. 'Into the Blood' is easily their best song. U2 sux