Upon covering this event most people asked me "Sugar Ray?!? They still make music?" I kindly replied, "Of course, they just released a new album called, "Music For Cougars." Everyone at the Fillmore that night, on the other hand, knew all the words to their current single, "Boardwalk," the ode to … [Read more...]
Streetlab: The Essence of Old School Remixed
How do these guys do it? They take songs that are legendary, like Led Zeppelin's famous "Immigrant Song," add a twisted beat that swallows you whole, and BANG! you've got a sick mix that even your Pops can appreciate. That is exactly what Streetlab's Bootleg Remixes (Vol.1) gives listeners. … [Read more...]
Oakenfold Reigns Supreme On Perfecto Vegas
Paul Oakenfold’s latest release, the two disc set aptly titled Perfecto Vegas, is an unambiguous return to his roots in electronic groove – and a clear reminder that this turntable genius is still one of the best spinners in the world. After his recent stints in pop music collaborations, the world … [Read more...]
Pharoahe Monch’s Verbal Epiphanies
Grandmaster Flash and The Furious Five taught us that clever wordplay backed by head bobbin rhythmic beats can incite revolution throughout the masses. Mele Mel's lyrics about his neighborhood resonated with listeners because he was talking about problems that every listener could relate to such as … [Read more...]
Mercury Rising: Bloc Party @ Terminal 5
All the photos in this gallery are of Bloc Party at New York City's Terminal 5 on Tuesday, March 24th, 2009. No pictures may be reproduced without written consent from the owner, all pictures are copyrighted. Photos by Sam Frank (c) UnRated NYC 2009 … [Read more...]
DJ Behrouz Up Close
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...]