"The band has the potential to break electro-rock in the mainstream—they could give the Ting Tings a run for their money."- Time Out Chicago “Firey, but not entirely reasonable; sexy music you can dance to” – NY Remezcla “Hot, sweaty dance songs with hard basslines” - Batanga It’s no … [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...]
Goldfrapp showers Radio City Music Hall with happiness
Goldfrapp is a British electronic music group known for their visual theatrics and contribution to the popularization of electronic dance music. The band was formed in 1999 in London, England, and consists of Alison Goldfrapp (vocals/synthesizer) and Will Gregory (synthesizer). Despite favourable … [Read more...]
N.Y.C. (Never Yet Contested)
“The words spoken. beats, rhymes and my life, I put it all out there so you can view my design. 6’1, black hair, dark skin, might fair. The way I look, that’s why you stop and stare.” – “Who I Be” N.Y.C. They say that in the worst of times, in the most dire of situations that often the most … [Read more...]
All Aboard the Behrouz Cruise!
San Francisco-based producer and DJ Behrouz, is difficult to label as he is like the music he creates and spins: a combination of really good music that can consist of deep house, tribal, a touch of electro, progressive and minimal techno. A veteran DJ recognized worldwide for his long running … [Read more...]