The Terrordactyls - Pianos (New York) - Tuesday, April 8, 2008 by Rachel Pesin

The Terrordactyls make the most dino-tastic music since T.Rex.

The British Are Coming! by Rachel Pesin

I’m back! And I’ve returned with some up and coming bands—from both sides of the Pond!

The Cribs - Bowery Ballroom (New York)/Union Pool (Brooklyn) - Thursday, August 9 and Sunday, August 12, 2007 by Rachel Pesin

These were not only the best CRIBS shows I’ve been to, but also two of the best shows I’ve been to all year.

Robbers on High Street with The Redwalls - Southpaw (Brooklyn) - Saturday, June 30, 2007 by Rachel Pesin

I never expected THE REDWALLS and ROBBERS ON HIGH STREET to play together, so seeing them on the same bill was a welcomed surprise.

Track Rabbit with Le Firm - The Mercury Lounge (New York) - Tuesday, June 19, 2007 by Rachel Pesin

My first visit to The Mercury Lounge was a success.

Rachel Pesin’s Top Ten — June 24 by Rachel Pesin

Franz Ferdinand / The Rakes with The Pigeon Detectives - Bowery Ballroom / Knitting Factory (New York) - Wednesday, June 13, 2007 by Rachel Pesin

On June 13 I was faced with a dilemma: FRANZ FERDINAND or THE RAKES? They are two of my favorite bands and I didn’t want to miss either one. Luckily I was able to catch both shows.

Rachel Pesin’s Top Ten — June 17 by Rachel Pesin

The latest top 10!

SXSW Report 2007: Part II by Rachel Pesin

Over the next three days of SXSW I saw some bands I love repeatedly and caught some for the first time.

Rachel Pesin’s Top Ten — May 13 by Rachel Pesin

SXSW Report 2007: Part I by Rachel Pesin

For a true music geek, SXSW is a dream come true. It is all about seeing bands you already love and discovering new ones to love in the future.

Iceland Airwaves 2006 Report: October 18-21, 2006 by Rachel Pesin

Thanks to the Airwaves Festival, Iceland is no longer only known for its nature tourist traps but also for its amazing bands and a unique setting for an amazing festival.

Rachel Pesin’s Top Ten — October 8 by Rachel Pesin

Starsailor - Irving Plaza (New York) - Monday, September 11, 2006 by Rachel Pesin

This was a completely different experience but it was still the same great band.

Adem with Benji - Joe's Pub (New York) - Monday, August 28, 2006 by Rachel Pesin

Talk about intimate! Joe’s Pub’s cozy environment and Adem’s stripped down, acoustic set made for one enjoyably mellow evening.