Jess Hutton, Author at Backseat Mafia

Track: Olivia Mae’s ‘Cruel Thing’ Promises Pop Perfection Ahead of Upcoming EP ‘FIGJAM’

Making a striking entrance into the music scene with undeniable flair and a captivating pop vibe, Naarm/Melbourne-based artist Olivia Mae has unveiled the first track from her upcoming EP, ‘Cruel…

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Live Review and Gallery: Unveiling Indie-Pop Brilliance as Victoria Stuns at ‘Treats’ Album Launch – 10.12.23, Gadigal/Sydney

The Union Hotel in Gadigal/Newtown was illuminated with musical brilliance yesterday as Victoria, a supergroup of seasoned Australian musicians, graced the stage to unveil their newest album, ‘Treats‘. The ensemble,…

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Live Review and Gallery: Surf’s Up and Psych-Rock as Allah-Las Returns to Australia With Their Latest Album ‘Zuma 85’ – 07.12.23, Eora/Sydney

If there’s one word that perfectly encapsulates the essence of Allah-Las, it’s undoubtedly “cool”. This sentiment reverberated through the Metro Theatre in Eora/Sydney on Thursday night as the California-based band…

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Track: Brenn!’s Latest Single, ‘Looking For’, Strikes a Chord with High-Energy Folk-Pop Vibes

Brenn!, the rapidly rising folk-pop artist, has just dropped his latest single, ‘Looking For‘, continuing to ride the wave of acclaim generated by his unique blend of folk sensibilities and…

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Track: Alice Ivy Unleashes ‘Wildlife’ Single Ahead of Highly Anticipated Album ‘Do What Makes You Happy’

Alice Ivy, the acclaimed Australian producer and songwriter, has unveiled her latest single, ‘Wildlife‘, a captivating sneak peek into her highly anticipated third studio album, ‘Do What Makes You Happy’,…

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Album Review: Navigating the Melodic Maze of Pop Filter’s Latest Album ‘CONO’ + Tour Dates!

From Australia comes the indie collective Pop Filter, featuring members from The Ocean Party, Cool Sounds, and Snowy Band. Their latest musical masterpiece, ‘CONO,’ is a testament to spontaneity, charm,…

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Track: Middle Kids Unveil Latest Single ‘Bend’, Upcoming Album ‘Faith Crisis Pt 1’ and Tour Dates!

Middle Kids recently dropped their latest single, ‘Bend‘, providing a sneak peek into their upcoming album, ‘Faith Crisis Pt 1‘, scheduled for release on February 16, 2024. The trio, comprising…

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Track: Prepare for Lift-Off as MGMT Unleashes ‘Bubblegum Dog’ Single Ahead of Upcoming Album ‘Loss Of Life’

MGMT, the whimsical duo comprised of Andrew VanWyngarden and Ben Goldwasser, has been enchanting our eardrums for what feels like an eternity. Their latest musical gem, the absolute banger ‘Bubblegum…

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Track: Teenage Dads, Winners of 2023 ARIA Award, Drop New Single ‘Tale Of A Man’, Alongside Medieval Music Video + Tour Dates!

Fresh from their triumphant victory at the 2023 ARIA Awards, earning the esteemed Michael Gudinski Breakthrough Artist Award, indie rock marvels Teenage Dads are back to bless our summer playlists…

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Live Review and Gallery: A Night with The Toothpicks at Metro Lair, Showcasing the Best of Sydney’s Indie-Rock Scene – 24.11.23, Eora/Sydney

Last Friday night, the dark side alley beside Metro Theatre buzzed with excitement as Sydney’s indie music lovers made their way to the hidden gem known as the Metro Lair.…

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