Rata Negra
Una Vida Vulgar
Rata Negra return with 'Una Vida Vulgar' their third and best album. A truly pop infused punk record with an incredible production. The album harks back to their previous work in Juanita Y Los Feos but with more pop elements and a bigger and better production. Each of the ten tracks are so good, that they could be released as a single. The rhythm section is locked in and the guitars buzz but it's the vocals that take this to pop heaven. The first side of the album starts with 'Venid A Ver' and doesn't let up until the Phil Spector-esque 'Cuando Me Muera'. Flip over and it's straight back to the upbeat gems, which just keep coming until the final track 'Romance De Lobos' which ends the album in a more reflective album. 'Una Vida Vulgar' is pure perfection and for fans of X, Blondie and Rik Agnew. (Sean Forbes)