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News: IDLES Drop New Album ‘TANGK’ – Where Music Meets Onomatopoeia in a Punk Rock Explosion
‘Tangk’ by IDLES, an album that’s tanking up on raw energy and punk power.
Album Review: Eilish Gilligan is ‘The Final Girl’ – a cathartic journey through pop’s dark labyrinth.
A longtime favourite of ours here at Backseat Mafia, Eilish Gilligan continues to release the most evocative and distinctive music that is without peer. Her electronic pop is differentiated by her ethereal vocals and her passionate delivery, soaked in an air of pain and regret and yet distilled by a resilience and strength that creates …
Album Review: Royel Otis make a stunning debut with their luminescent album ‘Pratts & Payne’ ahead of Australian, North American and European tour
We here at the antipodean outpost of Backseat Mafia have followed Royel Otis (consisting of members Otis Pavlovic and Royel Maddell) ever since hearing their single ‘Oysters In My Pocket’ back in 2021 with great fascination. This single has been followed by a series of indelible releases that have cemented their place in indie pop royalty. Undoubtedly …
Track: Georgia Reed’s Latest Single ‘Honey’ Sets Stage for Upcoming Debut EP
Australian artist Georgia Reed has just unveiled her latest electro-pop single, ‘Honey‘, a mesmerising composition that blends irresistible melodies, gothic elements, and her distinctive otherworldly singing style. The track serves as a bold response to sceptics who questioned Reed’s decision to relocate from Western Australia to London in pursuit of conquering the alt-pop scene. Released …
Track: Delving into the Depths of Jacob Fitzgerald’s Newly Released ‘Sophia’ + Tour Dates
Naarm/Melbourne’s indie-rock virtuoso, Jacob Fitzgerald, graces us with his latest single, ‘Sophia‘. Co-produced alongside Alex Walker, this track is a vibrant fusion of classic/indie rock, featuring potent guitars, resonant drums, and Fitzgerald’s charismatic vocals. ‘Sophia’ spins a tale of love and heartbreak, with its blues-kissed guitar lines and anthemic chorus crafting a symphony that is …
News: Australia’s Middle Kids Embark on National Tour Amidst ‘Faith Crisis Pt 1’ Album Release
Anticipation is building for the Aussie indie-rock sensation Middle Kids, as the newly-announced national tour coincides with the release of their much-anticipated third studio album, ‘Faith Crisis Pt 1‘. Set to kick off in May, the tour announcement adds an extra layer of excitement to the impending album release, scheduled for tomorrow, February 16th. Promising …
Track: The Dandy Warhols helpfully say ‘I’d Like To Help You With Your Problem’, with a little wild assistance from Slash, ahead of tour and album.
In anticipation of their new album ‘Rockmaker’ due out on 15 March 2024, and their April Australian/NZ tour, the inimitable The Dandy Warhols have just released a new single entitled ‘I’d Like To Help You With Your Problem’. It’s a wild and stormy blitzkrieg of a track that is delivers a heart stopping jolt with …
Premiere: Grids and Dots unveil the achingly beautiful dream pop single ‘Imposter Friends’ ahead of new EP.
We are very honoured to give you an exclusive listen to the new song and video for ‘Imposter Friends’ from the fabulous Grids and Dots. In the past we have been mesmerised by the absolute delicious output of this band with their unique brand of dreamy immersive pop, and the new material shows the band …
News: Indie rock stalwarts Jebediah mark a welcome return with new album ‘OIKS’ slated for April and the anthemic single ‘Motivation’.
Bursting out of Perth, Western Australia in 1994, Jedediah last released an album way back in 2011 after a career that saw them reach great heights with a series of lauded albums and live shows. While member Kevin Mitchell has released material under the name Bob Evans, the band has only recently re-emerged with a …
News: The iconic Mick Harvey (The Birthday Party, Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds) announces new solo album ‘Five Ways to Say Goodbye’ with delicious single ‘When We Were Beautiful & Young’ as an early taste.
Mick Harvey, founding member of seminal and legendary bands, The Birthday Party and Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, has made a profound and lasting contribution to indie music. His ability to write and co-write some of the classic songs of these bands have only been matched by his cool and collective demeanour – a …