alt-pop
Premiere: LEONE search for the romantic ideal on the darkly seductive new cut ‘I Wanna Be’
In the video for their new single, Brooklyn trio LEONE put it all on red, and lose, badly, as a trip to a dingy casino has consequences. On first glance it has absolutely nothing to do with the lyrical content of ‘I Wanna Be’, but then you remember that betting and gambling are often used …
Premiere: Kit Major embarks on new era with two new singles and a video for ‘Break Up Again’
She’s not been off radar for long, but it’s clear from her new material that Los Angeles-based Kit Major is gearing up for a big year. Last we heard from her, she was putting a bow on 2022 with the Vampire Saturday EP, and 2023 will bring more music, like the alt-pop double header we’re …
Track: Electronic Nu-Soul Beauties Dragonfruit Share Title Track From Upcoming EP ‘Honeymoon Phase’
Dutch Neo-Soul-come-Electronic-Pop quartet Dragonfruit shine on their elegant, grooving new single ‘Honeymoon Phase’. Employing a swing heavy, lo-fi beat, swelling synths and a beautifully rounded bass surrounded by a gentle wash of vinyl crackle, the track captures a vibrant electronic euphoria in it’s pulsing sound soundscape. Topped with infectiously catchy vocal lines and silky smooth …
News: CLARENCE & THE MODERN LIFE release new single ‘Leo With The Gun’
London born Clarence, aka Louis Matlock, is set to make his mark on 2023 with the release of his disruptive alt-pop debut single ‘Leo With The Gun’, out today on Special Projects. ‘Leo With The Gun’ is a phrenetic statement of intent from Clarence whose sound is as diverse as his influences; Gorillaz, Jamie T, …
PREMIERE: Cosmo Gold invite you to the world of Krong with brilliant album taster ‘Wildflowers’
If you’re new to Los Angeles trio Cosmo Gold, then now is the perfect time to get on board with their diverse sound, because not only have the band shared a new single from their debut album (which we’re premiering below, no less), but they’ve also revealed all the juicy details about said debut album …
News: Tally Spear returns with brand new single ‘Death Anxiety’
Alt/pop artist Tally Spear has returned with her brand new commanding single, Death Anxiety. The thumping, urgent chorus showcases Tally’s soaring vocals, and is complemented by the pulsing melody. Listen to Death Anxiety here, and watch the video co-directed and edited by Tally herself below. Recorded in a bedroom in Peckham, Tally has explained of the track, “The human element of songwriting and music is what matters …
News: Mothica releases new EP ‘Nocturnal (Lofi Beats To Fall To Sleep To)’
In July, Los Angeles-based alt-pop multimedia artist MOTHICA released her dynamic and emotionally charged sophomore album Nocturnal, via Heavy Heart Records – her imprint with Rise Records/BMG. The album garnered support from Billboard, Spin, MTV, Ones to Watch, Alternative Press, Rock Sound, and has amassed over 20 million global streams to date. Today, MOTHICA shares Nocturnal (lofi …
Premiere: Jack Panther’s sophomore EP ‘Why Don’t You Come Over’ is a beautifully layered lesson in letting go: We go track-by-track with the artist
The glistening alt-pop of New Zealand’s Jack Panther already has him pegged as ‘an artist you need to watch’ by the hallowed tastemakers over at Rolling Stone. And Backseat Mafia is buzzed to announce the long-awaited release of Jack’s sophomore EP, ‘why don’t you come over?’ Dropping tomorrow, this 6-track collection effortlessly blends the boldness and vulnerability the …
Album Review: Teagan Johnston – Sentimental Ballad
Following her set at this year’s SXSW, alt-popper Teagan Johnston has released her full-length debut ‘Sentimental Ballad’, an astonishingly beautiful, reflective and personal collection of tracks. Setting the tone with the piano-led ‘I just wanna look through the eyes of love again’, Teagan quickly introduces her atmospheric production and delicate, breathy vocal delivery on the …
Premiere: Richard Orofino reveals beautiful new single, Bending; hear it here, first
We’ve featured Brooklyn based singer/songwriter Richard Orofino before here on Backseat Mafia, and now are delighted to be able to premiere his new single Bending today. Already a respected artist and sought after producer, he’s following up recent releases such as ‘Fake Me’ and ‘Wanna Say’ with a new track, Bending. As with much of …