Rob Birch and Nick Hallam started a label called Gee Street with money that they found from leaving their London flat. The managed to catch the attention of 4th & Broadway and recorded the debut album “33-45-78” with DJ Cesare. “Elevate My Mind” gained the reputation of being the first British hip-hop single to reach the R&B Chart. They added many credits to their CV, supporting the Happy Mondays on a US tour, and started to build their name in the UK Indie Dance scene. They released an album called “Supernatural” in 1990, and on the back of it, managed to do remix work for U2, Queen Latifah and Monie Love to name a couple.
Their mainstream single “Connect” which reached number 2 on the UK Singles Chart earned the band a BRIT Award for Best group and Best Album, and following this success they established a publishing firm and signed Finley Quaye.
Stereo MCs managed to build up their reputation as remixers simultaneously when they released a version of “Music” by Madonna in 2000, and then the following year, embarked on a tour opening for Jane’s Addiction. In December 2008, the band supported Madness at the O2 Arena in London. The band still have a sterling reputation as producers under their name Ultimatum.
There aren't enough good things I can about the Stereo MCs concert I attended a few weeks ago. I've been a fan of theirs forever, growing up listening to their alternative take on hip-hop and electronica, but have missed them the few times they've come to my area.
I think the favorite song for everyone was their old hit Connected. Even though it's from the early 90s, everyone still loves this song, myself included. I knew the beat as soon as it started! I couldn't stop from singing along and dancing around. They also did some newer songs that I'm not very familiar with. They all sounded awesome though. I danced along and didn't care! It was a really fun time from a band I've been wanting to see for a very long time.
The energy stayed high all night, and by the end of the night, I was thoroughly worn out. In a good way though! Their music really keeps you moving the whole time. I hope it's not years before they come around my way again. It was such a good time that I would love to do it again soon. At least I have some awesome pictures to remember the night by. All in all, a spectacular time!
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