Track: The Frst – Murderabilia
The Frst is an American rock musical project founded by singer and guitarist Mikei Gray. Gray has shared the new single ‘Murderabilia’ in collaboration with Eagles of Death Metal. The track was mixed & produced by Zack Odom and Kenneth Mount (All Time Low, Mayday Parade, Set it Off, Cartel) and serves as the follow-up to The Frst’s last collab, the single …
Meet: Mikei Gray The Man Behind The Frst
Give us a potted history of yourself Before I started The Frst, I lived beneath this radio tower in Nashville, and as a result I heard music in my head constantly, even when I was trying to sleep. But one day my right ear was cut off and sewn back on, and it changed the …
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, …
Track: 2Far2Jump – I Can’t Breathe
The Guildford and London-based rock band 2Far2Jump are set to release their latest track ‘ICan’t Breathe’. The track discusses the ongoing battle that is living with social anxiety, focusing on how it can be particularly incapacitating when it hits out of nowhere. An electrifying riff that demands attention over the driving rhythms and intimate vocals. …
Meet: Alternative Rock Band 2far2jump
Give us a potted history of the band Guitarist Rupert Barker and drummer Aaron Mann got together in 2015 and 2far2jump was born. Luke Harland-Cole joined in 2018 replacing the original lead singer. Based in Guildford and London, 2far2jump have come a long way over the last eight years. The band have played many shows …
Track: The Alchemy – Lovesick
The Alchemy are set to release their brand new single ‘lovesick’ taken from their third album due later this year with marketing funded by Help Musicians. The band state: “Lovesick captures the haunting essence of lost love and the bittersweet journey of self-discovery” With a rip roaring riff kicks and a rampaging chorus, this track …
Track: Paraffin – Satisfied
Southern indie rockers Paraffin have shared their new single ‘Satisfied’. The track weaves the lyrical tale of a twenty-something wanting more in the modern world, whilst wondering if they have truly taken the time to live in the present so far. It’s anthemic and intimate in equal measure, the whole band have worked together to …
Meet: Teiger London’s New Rock Trio
With a debut album and tour coming later this year, Teiger are bringing their own brand of female-led rock to the UK’s stages. We at Backseat are huge fans and wanted to introduce the rest of you to the world of Teiger. Give us a potted history of the band Thank you for having us! …
Track: Balancing Act – Cheshire Smile
The Mancunian London-based quartet Balancing Act, have shared their next single of their series of collaborations with producer Richard Woodcraft (Radiohead, Paolo Nutini, The Last Shadow Puppets) and is opening an entirely new door in Balancing Act’s repertoire. With their debut headline tour approaching this September, Balancing Act are making the moves necessary to capture …