Pictured left to right:
McCABE - Guitar and Vocals
TIGE BUCCHINO - Drums and Vocals
DOC SINGLES - Bass and Vocals
UNI PEREIRA - Vocals and Guitar
"Photographic Memory" - Alternate Version
Influences
Queen, Van Halen, Aerosmith, AC/DC.
Sounds Like
"Red Carpet Rats are set to explode soon . . . Everybody is extremely excited about their debut single "Photographic Memory." - Paul Loggins, Inside Top 40 Radio, New Music Weekly
" . . catchy lyrics and harmonies combine in such a way that it captures the attention and leaves the audience thirsting for more. RCR has a sound unlike anyone on the airwaves today, which is exactly the kind of variety that the listening audience needs." - Becka Grey, DJ, KLYD 98.9 FM Texas
"They take witty lyrics, energetic music, and melodic vocals and make a concoction that’s pure musical enjoyment." - Calvin (Dewey) Williams III, Music Director, WMHW Modern Rock 91.5 Michigan
"Red Carpet Rats are the best new voice within the music industry. Uni is a great mixture of Chris Cornell and Ben Hurley. This band totally rocks!!!"
- Chad Eddinger, General Manager, 91.1 FM WBUQ "The Revolution" Pennsylvania
"RCR is pop rock at its finest! Top-notch lyrics. Infectious melodies. Harmonies for days. To say I'm a fan is an understatement. Big R Radio's find of the year!"
- Mike Johnson, Executive Program Director, 100.8 'The Hawk', Big R Radio, Seattle
"Red Carpet Rats are melody pounding rocksters who could be compared to U2 . . . their music has an ageless quality that will keep their music spinning constantly because it never gets old."
- Jonathan Lehmann, Station Manager, WPNR 90.7 New York
"Fantastic harmonies and a snappy uptempo sound. I love 'Photographic Memory' . . . 'Creeping In' was my choice to introduce this band to my
audience . . . I will be playing more of
RCR as the weeks go by."
- Jonathan L, DJ, 98 KUPD Arizona
"Red Carpet Rats is a perfect fit for anyone's pop rock musical candy
collection!"
- Keri Fico, Music Director, WUSB 90.1 New York
"They definitely ROCK! Our listeners in 35 countries and 133 U.S. Cities rate our tunes, and Red Carpet Rats continue to be one of our highest rated independant artists. 'Written In The Scars' recently topped our independant chart. We have received emails from as far away as Peru complimenting us on playing RCR. We are proud to be a part of the Red Carpet Rats Revolution! "
- AC Stewart, Programme Director, Spiderwebradio, live365.com
"A refreshing burst of rock energy, melody, and intelligence that promises to knock your socks off!"
- Brad Westmar, The Wild Wild Westmar Show, KCHost Radio Network, Missouri
"Catchy hook-driven pop . . here's an energetic upbeat band with some purpose!"
- Rich Rev, DJ, Revolving Doors Radio, British Columbia, Canada
"Pure power pop!"
- Blair Lott, Music Director, Alternative Alternative Radio, Atlanta
"'Written In The Scars' is one of the greatest tunes I have come across. I find myself humming the chorus hours after hearing the song."
- Steve Bridges, DJ/Program Director, VooDoo Radio, Massachusettes
"The song 'Photographic Memory' has been in heavy rotation since we got it. The only reason that the song has not been played on
commercial stations is because the Red Carpet Rats are not on a major
label...Commercial stations need to realize that an artist does not
have to be on a major label to be good."
- Brad Denney, Music Director, KWCR-FM 88.1 Utah
"You can put RCR in a time capsule and bury it...then dig it up in the year 2020...and the music would still be a hit! Yes, they are that good!"
- Randall B. Jones COO / Editorial Director, Nine5Four The Magazine, Boca Raton, Florida
"Red Carpet Rats deliver hooky powerpop and a cool vibe in their
music that is not easy to find on the radio or anywhere these days.
Undeniable talent, solid performance and catchy tunes make them a
band to watch!"
- Tom Beggs, Producer, Split TV - The Future of Music Television (ATL, NYC & LA)
"A catchy hook-driven power pop sound along with witty song lyrics put the Red Carpet Rats music in the fast lane of music's super highway."
- C.W. Ross, Senior Writer, IndieMusicStop.com
" . . . this band is more than the latest rock-pop group to hit the circuit. They are here with obvious ambition, a principle held up by sharp lyrics, memorable riffs and unparalleled style . . a prime example of what upcoming bands should strive to create."
- Richie Frieman, President, PensEyeView Magazine, Baltimore
"RCR's a band that can truly play pop rock, with catchy beats and lyrics that we can all instantly connect to."
- Jo Wrigglesworth, Editor, Fusion Music Magazine, Melbourne, Australia
"Red Carpet Rats are one of a kind. They have reached 'outside the box' to create a unique style all their own with an incredible sound that is unmatched by ANY band out there. Their music so far surpasses common standards and you are drawn in and captured. These guys are excellent! Pay attention!"
- Susie Stokes, Mills Acoustics, Owner/ Business Mgr./Artist Relations.
"RCR delivers precise, infectious melodies and a sonic tightness. The result? Pure pop rock power!"
- Monica Whittaker, Writer, Talent In Motion Magazine
"I think that 'Photographic' has a very nice catchy beat to it. I look forward to receiving some more tracks in the future. Well done . . ."
- Dee Chapman, Owner, Radio Gets Wild XM/Sirius Radio, United Kingdom
"This is radio ready rock filled with terrific vocals and harmonies and choruses that absolutely stick in your cerebellum."
- www.whitsbrain.com
"In my opinion, as good as Aerosmith."
- Chris J., age 11, Nashville elementary school
Red Carpet Rats offer enthusiasts seamless, driven, power pop rock – a musical opportunity to live in the moment and bask in an energy-rich wave of sound.
The result of thousands of practice hours and a collective, obsessive attention to detail, the band’s edgy and gripping tunes deliver a succinct, four-part harmony with evidence of individual creativity. Lead singer Uni Pereira’s lyrics, in his alternately raspy and coy voice, spiral around guitarist McCabe’s melodies and quick fingerwork. Drummer Tige Bucchino lays the foundation with a steady bombardment of beats while bass player Doc Singles extends seething bass lines and high harmonies to the mix. These individual elements align to create a hard rock counterpoint to their hooky pop melodies.
The Nashville-based group’s new CD, “The Year of the Rat” on Chauffeur Records, includes 11 songs produced by McCabe, mixed by Grammy-winning engineer Kevin Beamish (Elton John, Henry Rollins), and mastered by Randy LeRoy (Relient K). “Eleven songs of faith, hope, and misery” is how Uni describes it. Anchored by the memorable debut single “Photographic Memory,” and the equally catchy and haunting “Going To Hell,” as well as the groove-heavy “Written In The Scars,” the collection includes a special guest appearance by session ace Tim Akers (Kid Rock, Jewel). Songs from the record have also recently been added to both brand partnering company trueAnthem's viral marketing campaign (which yielded a sponsorship with Old Navy) and an LBM Music Zine compilation CD, distributed free at all Hot Topic locations nationwide.
Chauffeur Records, the brain child of Uni and McCabe, enters this project in a joint venture with publishing company Songs By Accident Music. This 2009 joint venture looks to include multi-media components with “The Year of the Rat” release, targeting film, TV and video game placement. Digital music network TouchTunes will be licensing the record and premiering it to over 30,000 bars, restaurants, retailers and entertainment centers in North America.
The 2009 initiatives come on the heels of RCR’s E.P., “Rug Burns,” which mines the depths of love, the angst of love lost, and the realization you’ve wasted love on some loser you don’t give a *$% about anymore. All five of “Rug Burns’” songs have gotten regular airplay on over 80 mainstream, college and internet radio stations, gathering a string of superlative-laden reviews. “The best new voice within the music industry,” says Chad Eddinger, General Manager of 91.1 FM WBUQ Pennsylvania. Calvin Williams III, Music Director at Michigan’s 91.5 FM WMHW echoes Eddinger’s accolades. “They take witty lyrics, energetic music, and melodic vocals and make a concoction that’s pure musical enjoyment.”
The workaholic Rats have several other projects keeping their schedule active. Uni documents life as an indie musician in monthly feature articles for the popular publication ACED Magazine. He and Doc are also penning a Red Carpet Rats comic book which will be released through Viper Comics. McCabe lends his skills to Emmy-winning director/cinematographer Jeff Steinborn, composing music for nationally televised commercials.
RCR, who serve as the official "spokesband" for charitable organization Preventing Child Abuse Tennessee, also hosts song-writing clinics for students at a local Nashville school, and keep a hands-on attitude with their international street team, The Rats Pack. Never missing an opportunity to give back, Red Carpet Rats are joining Armed Forces Entertainment in touring overseas military bases.
It’s safe to say that wherever Red Carpet Rats lands this year, it’s sure they’ll offer at least a brief escape and some energy-infused R&R to one and all.
Request RCR on one of these fine stations, and be sure to check out each radio station's website by clicking on their call letters!
Request lines for stations currently playing our single "Photographic Memory" or "Going To Hell" are provided, so start calling in now!
Thanks for supporting our Troops! I appreciate it and I know our Troops appreciate it.
If you would like to help us thank those still serving overseas and help those coming home wounded, please stop by the profile, read the latest blog and do what you can.
We're thrilled to have you guys performing at our Wrap Party! And to have Going To Hell in our movie's sound track!! AWESOME scene it's in too ! See you August 29th!
Thank you very much for da Link Up & Sharing the music Nice to meet you through cyberlink! Luv your tunes & keep up da Great Work! Wishes you All da Best in 2009! Enjoy your Week!
thank you so much for being friends don't be afraid to share life experiences with me cause that's what makes us stronger and smarter!!! sometimes just venting is healthy!!! if you get a minute or 2 i'd luv for you to listen to my music. stay awesome XoXo Nicollette
Online Now!
