Since its launch the acclaimed Southport Weekender album series has featured mixes from some of the world’s DJ elite including Jazzanova, Mr. Scruff, Kerri Chandler, Gilles Peterson, Jazzy B, DJ Spen, Tony Humphries, Quentin Harris and many more. Having rocked the rafters of Southport Weekender 43 … [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...]
Found At Sea
The last few years have seen a lot of changes for Jason Brody. Hired gun, solo artist, leader of The Death of Jason Brody, the talented singer/guitarist/songwriter has played many roles as he’s navigated the New York City musical landscape. On the heels of TDoJB’s successes (critically acclaimed EP, … [Read more...]
The Fire & Reason heat up the industry
"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...]
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...]
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...]