Jess Hutton, Author at Backseat Mafia

Track & News: Naarm/Melbourne’s Radio Free Alice Release Latest Single ‘Johnny’ Ahead of Upcoming EP ‘Polyester’ + Tour Announcement

Naarm/Melbourne-based new wave/post-punk band Radio Free Alice have just released their latest single and music video ‘Johnny’ ahead of their second EP, ‘Polyester’, set for August 21. Excitedly, the band…

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Album Review: Introducing Meanjin/Brisbane’s DIAL, Their Self-Titled Debut EP and Upcoming Show!

Meanjin/Brisbane-based band DIAL, comprising Elijah, Matt, Bobby, and Taylor, along with former member Hugh who contributed to the debut album, has made a compelling entrance into the world with their…

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Live Review & Gallery: A Night to Remember as TV Girl Make Their Eora/Sydney Debut – 17.07.24, Hordern Pavilion

In an unforgettable night at the Hordern Pavilion, LA-based indie pop band TV Girl made their Eora/Sydney debut to a packed house. Fans of all ages sprinted to the barrier…

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Live Review & Gallery: The Fadeaways Bring Their High-Octane Garage Rock to Australia for the First Time – 13.02.24, Crowbar, Eora/Sydney

The Fadeaways, Japan’s electrifying garage rock trio, made a thunderous impact on their debut Australian tour, delivering an unforgettable gig at Crowbar on Saturday night in support of The Psychotic…

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Live Review & Gallery: Tkay Maidza Mesmerises at the Art Gallery of NSW’s Volume Festival – Eora/Sydney 14.07.24

Tkay Maidza, the Zimbabwe-born, Australian-raised singer, rapper, and songwriter, has solidified her place as one of contemporary music’s most dynamic and versatile artists. Known for her eclectic blend of hip-hop,…

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News: Japan’s Electrifying Garage Rock Trio, The Fadeaways, Bring Seismic Energy to Australian Shores + Release of Exclusive Tour LP ‘Pretty Wild’

The garage rock scene is about to get a seismic shake as Japan’s electrifying trio, The Fadeaways, make their highly-anticipated debut on Australian shores. Next week, Toyozo (vocals and bass),…

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Premiere: Eora/Sydney Based, Thomas James Mahony, Returns With Mesmerising New Single ‘Hearts Afire’

Backseat Mafia is thrilled to exclusively premiere the truly mesmerising new single and music video ‘Hearts Afire’ by Eora/Sydney-based artist Thomas James Mahony, releasing everywhere tomorrow. A beautiful, starlit release,…

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Live Review & Gallery: The Angels Celebrate 50 Years Not Out at Factory Theatre – Gadigal/Sydney, 06.07.24

Saturday night, Gadigal/Sydney’s Factory Theatre witnessed Australia’s own crown jewel, The Angels, in their element and celebrating 50 years of rock excellence. For many of us, knowingly or not, our…

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News: Muloobinba/Newcastle’s RAAVE TAPES Announce Australian Tour Following Release of Self-Titled Debut Album

Muloobinba/Newcastle’s dynamic duo, RAAVE TAPES, are set to hit the road this August, celebrating the release of their highly anticipated debut album, which dropped in May. The self-titled album showcases…

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News: Australian Legends, The Angels, Celebrate 50 Years With National Tour Featuring The Iconic Mi-Sex + Release of New Album ‘Ninety Nine’

If you’ve spent any amount of time in an Australian pub, you’re likely familiar with the cultural icons that are The Angels. Their journey began in 1974 when the Adelaide…

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