pop
Track: Skyuka ponders on the thoughts of ‘Houseplants’ in her visceral new single.
Perth-based artist Skyuka‘s last single was a zesty light-hearted look at obsession (‘Michael Cera’). Now, in ‘Houseplants’, Vanessa Raspa (the artist behind the name) is taking a much darker look at life in an eviscerating take down of a lover – and the anger and disappointment is reflected by the spiky grungy delivery. Distorted synths and …
Track: SOMOH – Favourite
The moniker of singer-songwriter Sophia Mohan, SOMOH’s bedroom-pop/alt-rock sensibilities explore themes of love, hardship, friendships and family. Mohan has returned with a new track ‘Favourite’, out now via Tiny Library Records (Far Caspian). Speaking of her single release, SOMOH explained: “‘Favourite’ is about trying to feel a sense of validation through ‘fixing’ everyone’s problems but your own. There’s a childlike obsession that …
Meet: Sophia Mohan Who Is Bringing Dreamy Bedroom Pop With A Bite Under The Moniker SOMOH
Give us a potted history of yourself Firstly, I was put in classical singing lessons at a young age. Although I wasn’t too pleased about it at first, it did ignite my love for music and was the foundation for my vocal technique. It was always just a hobby until around 14 years old, when …
Album Review: The Belair Lip Bombs provide a track by track guide to their sparkling debut album ‘Lush Life’, along with tour news.
The wonderful The Belair Lip Bombs today unveil their debut album ‘Lush Life’ and exclusively take Backseat Mafia on a detailed track by track analysis of the album. The Belair Lip Bombs are purveyors of the most magnificent brand of blistering indie pop and ‘Lush Life’ captures their energy and songwriting, with a delicious air …
Premiere: ‘I Just Knew Her As Ma’ – The Great Emu War Casualties confess a greater need for maternal contact in a brilliant funky pop blast.
One of our favourite antipodean indie outfits, Naarm/Melbourne band The Great Emu War Casualties (now a four piece) are back with a bit of bang with their new single ‘I Just Knew Her As Ma’, which we are absolutely proud as punch to premiere this morning. ‘I Just Knew Her As Ma’ is a brilliant, …
Track: The Kid And I – Wonder Pt 1
The Kid and I, are an alternative rock band hailing from the UK led by the multi-talented actor-musician Jacob Powell. What began as a solo project during the lockdown, quickly evolved into a full-fledged dream for Jacob Powell – to form his very own band. In February 2022, that dream turned into a reality, and …
Track: Cortney Dixon – In & Out
Hailing from South Shield Cortney Dixon is an artist, producer and guitarist who energetic tales about love, angst and growing up in a working class Northern town. She has released a new track titled ‘In & Out’ via Butterfly Effect Label. Guitar led pop with a vicious rock edge is what Dixon does so well. …
Track: Spellling & The Mystery School – Hard To Please (Reprise)
Following the release of her double lead singles ‘Cherry‘ and ‘Under the Sun‘, Spellling (the performing name of Chrystia Cabral) has shared a lush orchestral version of the minimal synth based favourite ‘Hard to Please (Reprise)’ featured on Spellling’s album Mazy Fly’s. The new version is taken from her forthcoming new album due the 25th of August via Sacred Bones. A collection of …
Track: Maggie Cubillos – Slow Motion
Colombian/Cuban/American vocalist Maggie Cubillos, who hails from Hermosa Beach, has shared a new single ‘Slow Motion’. The track was recorded with producer Steve Ornest this past spring and features Aaron Mastin (Donald Brown, Brandy) on keys and Charlie Paxon (James Blunt, Liz Phair) on drums. Maggie says, “‘Slow Motion’ is for everyone who’s been scared to move on. It’s scary to …
Track: Paradise Walk – Talk Talk Talk
Paradise Walk’s unique blend of alternative pop, coupled with their commitment to addressing importantsocietal issues, sets them apart as a band to watch. The brainchild of South Wales duo Christian Ferriday and Lee Fifield they formed in 2015, and have been making waves in the alternative pop scene, with their unique blend of captivating vocals, …