Live Review: The Rosendal Garden Party, Stockholm 13.06.2024 – 15.06.2024
By Anastasia Baranovskaia The Rosendal Garden Party, held from June 13-15th at Djurgården, Stockholm, offered a blend of music, culture, and community set against the picturesque backdrop of the Royal National City Park. Each day featured a diverse lineup of world-class artists, promising unique experiences and performances. Day 1: Day one commenced with artists like …
EP Review: high jump – 001
Blending jangling, buoyant indie guitars with swirling electronics and pop melodies, high jump’s debut EP 001 showcases some fantastic writing and creative, wonderfully restrained musicianship. Opening with the reverb soaked guitar line of ‘M2K’, the band gradually introduce electronic samples and atmospherics as a punching electronic beat and swelling bass enters. Topped with silky smooth …
Live Review: Ibibio Sound Machine – Koko, London 06.06.2024
By Henry Groves A slightly different show for me tonight. Tonight, I was at KOKO in Camden for the electro/afrofunk band Ibibio Sound Machine. Before I even got to the venue, I knew this was going to be a night to remember. This was a hometown gig for the band, and people have travelled in …
News: Roni Kaspi Releases ‘PONI’ A Bold Debut EP That Defies Musical Boundaries
‘PONI’ is a daring exploration of musical boundaries, blending futuristic sounds with traditional jazz influences. With her freewheeling kit-work, soulful vocals, and candid lyrics, Roni Kaspi invites listeners on a journey through six tracks that defy genre conventions. Drawing inspiration from a diverse range of influences, including alt-pop, soul, world music, and electronica, Kaspi creates …
News: Brett Benowitz Releases Explosive New Single ‘We Won’
Rising Rock, Funk, and Blues artist Brett Benowitz shines on the explosive new single ‘We Won’, produced by the renowned Jonathan DeRing. ‘We Won’ is a high-energy anthem that speaks to the resilience and triumph of good over evil. As Brett Benowitz explains, “This song is about how in the end, good always triumphs over …
Live Review: Alice Cooper – Gröna Lund, Stockholm 09.06.2024
By Anastasia Baranovskaia Alice Cooper’s electrifying performance brought a large crowd to Gröna Lund in Stockholm, Sweden, on a rainy Sunday evening. The anticipation was palpable, with fans eagerly awaiting the iconic rocker’s show. Many attendees dressed up as Alice Cooper, complete with the signature smudged-eye makeup, adding to the festive and nostalgic atmosphere. The …
Track: Adam Haddour offers up his unique alternative R&B fusion sound in ‘Icarus’
Algerian-Canadian artist and singer-songwriter drops his highly anticipated EP, Let Me Land today, and we premiere the lead single “Icarus” here at Backseat Mafia. This is a track that transcends mere musicality; it’s an emotional odyssey. “Icarus” serves as the emotional apex of Haddour’s sonic narrative, delving deep into the complexities of love and loss. …
Premiere: Dread FM Shares New Video For ‘Runner’ With Bones Ate Arfa
Following a slew of support from BBC radio 6 Music, Radio X and Amazing Radio, Dread FM has come onto the scene with a bang, quickly establishing his rock-meets-rap sound. Now releasing a video for the track, the artists building momentum continues and needless to say, we’re very excited to be running the premiere. An …
Track: The Mags Unveil Latest Single ‘When I Get Home’ Taken From Their Upcoming Debut Album ‘This Is The Mags’.
Opening with a thunderous snare roll, Liverpudlian band The Mags debut single ‘When I Get Home’ introduces listeners to the band’s distinctly early naughties indie-rock sound. A precursor to the band’s upcoming debut album aptly titled ‘This Is The Mags’, ‘When I Get Home’ showcases the band’s unique hybrid sound of indie-rock and blues-rock-infused stylings. …
Track: High Jump Shine On Gentle New Single ‘Santos’
Indietronica duo High Jump showcase buoyant melodies and lofi beauty on the new single ‘Santos’ out now via Tip Top Recordings. Taken from the bands upcoming EP ‘001’ scheduled for release on June 7th, the track present a distinct 80s pop-rock undertone characterised by it’s drum sounds, reflected against an airy dreampop aura. Stylistically warming …