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. …
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 …
Track: The Covasettes Share Upbeat Indie Bop ‘Love In Polaroid’
Manchester indie-pop quartet The Covasettes are back with their latest release, the breezy, shimmering indie-pop bop ‘Love In Polaroid’. Produced by the band’s bassist and talented engineer, Jamie McIntyre, and mixed by John Catlin (known for his work with Inhaler, Jordan Mackampa, and Talk Show), ‘Love In Polaroid’ quickly builds a soundscape of crisp guitar …
Track: Cork Emerging Alt-Rock Trio the drive. Release Dark and Atmospheric New Single ‘living is easy.’
Blending the dark intensity of grunge with the reverb soaked nuance of shoegaze, Irish rockers the drive capture a compelling, dark and atmospheric tone on their new single ‘living is easy.’ Produced by Keelan O’Reilly, known for his work with Post-Party, the new single opens with tribal, tom heavy drums and repeated bass lick under …
Track: InBetween Honey offer up their refreshing blend of indie rock and britpop in soaring new single ‘Your Eyes’
Irish indie rock outfit InBetween Honey are a shining example of a band forged from a shared passion for music. Consisting of brothers Matty and JohnPaul Melady, Dylan Hickey, Dan Battigan, and Ciara McManus, their latest single, ‘Your Eyes’, promises to propel them to even bigger heights. Produced by the acclaimed Philip McGee (Gavin James, …