News: Tracers Return Radiant Second Single ‘Tonight’
Glasgow’s indie-alt-rock trio, Tracers, return with their radiant second single ‘Tonight’. Following the electrifying debut ‘Push & Shove’, the track builds more anticipation for the bands upcoming debut EP. Tracers have already made a significant mark on the local music scene, delivering electrifying performances that have earned them a loyal following. With early support from …
News: Torpedoes Illuminate Dark Realities with ‘Heaven’s Light Our Guide’
Portsmouth-based post-punk/goth band Torpedoes returns with their fourth album, Heaven’s Light Our Guide, slated for release on the 5th of July. Born out of the turbulent years of Covid-19 and its chaotic aftermath, this album serves as a critical lens on our shared world, articulated through the poignant lyricism of principal songwriter Ray (Razor) Fagan, …
Track: Bones Ate Arfa Share Explosive Title Track From Upcoming EP ‘Akimbo People’
Brighton based Alternative-Rockers Bones Ate Arfa share the title track from their anticipated debut EP ‘Akimbo People’. Led by frontman Arfa, who has worked with notable artists such as Isaac Holman (Soft Play) and Kate Nash, Bones Ate Arfa has been turning heads with their gritty sound and dynamic live performances. Their robust social media …
News: Norwich-based Rapper $ebbuku Shines On New EP ‘Affray’
Norwich’s own $ebbuku (Sebastian Bates) continues to rise in the East of England rap scene with his new EP, ‘Affray,’ released on June 13th. At just 19 years old, $ebbuku has already made a significant mark, producing his own beats for over four years and garnering support from a number of tastemakers. From the outset, …
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 …
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 …
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. …