Source:Wikipedia Head First is Goldfrapp's most powerful trip to date, a speedy rush of synth optimism, euphoria, fantasy and romance. With life affirming lyrics and stellar production it lifts off at full tilt and takes us on a journey to the heart of 2010. The duo's fifth album, 'Head First' … [Read more...]
David Gilmour brings high hopes to Gdansk
Some years back a friend told me that he learned more about life from Tupac Shakur albums than his actual parents. Following his statement was the seemingly inevitable question: who taught you life? Without a full understanding of what was asked I haphazardly replied, “my favorite band is Pink … [Read more...]
New Forms 2: Sizing Up A Classic
Roni Size/Reprazent’s New Forms was a benchmark for not just the drum ‘n’ bass genre that it leapt from, but for all types of electronic music. ‘New Forms Vol. 2′ is set for UK release on April 7th, 2008. Released a decade ago in 1997, the album’s title was apt with a sound that surpassed any … [Read more...]
Do The Evolution: Pearl Jam @ Madison Sq. Garden
"I'm still Alive!" growled a rugged Eddie Vedder during a sold out Pearl Jam show at Manhattan's famed Madison Square Garden Arena in support of their, uh, wait a minute, do these guy's even have an album their touring behind? Well, yes and no would be my answer. The "no" part comes from the fact … [Read more...]
Metallica comes full circle with Death Magnetic
When Metallica released their sixth studio album, Load, back in 1996, Drummer Lars Ulrich described Metallica as a band ”exploring different things.” This was Ulrich’s way of justifying what appeared to be a “sell-out” career makeover. With new hair styles, sophisticated clothing, and a more … [Read more...]
Yoshida Brothers Shred Through NYC
All the photos in this gallery are of The Yoshida Brothers at Highline Ballroom, NYC in late May 2008. No pictures or material may be reproduced without written consent from the owner, all pictures and video are copyrighted. Thanks for visiting UnRated, NYC. CLICK ANY PHOTO TO INITIATE … [Read more...]