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Track: Melbourne’s glittering Phoebe Go sings of ‘7 Up’ in a glorious dream pop track, ahead of US tour and debut album.
There is a transfixing and immersive flow to the new single ‘7 Up’ from Phoebe Go (the solo project of Phoebe Lou) which projects it forward with a high stepping canter, emitting a brilliant ray of sunshine. Lou’s vocals are silken and melancholy, the lyrics personal and yearning and the instrumentation shimmering with a delicate …
Track: Heijmat’s ‘Where Will It Take Us’ Explores Melancholic Dance Bliss On Upcoming EP
Electronic producer and songwriter Heijmat shares the infectiously catchy and beautifully crafted new single ‘Where Will It Take Us,’ taken from the hotly anticipated debut EP Lost & Found. Known for his successful career producing for renowned Dutch artists, Heijmat’s solo venture into alternative-electronic music has generated significant buzz and anticipation. Now back with one …
News: Lady Bird Lad Releases New Single ‘More Than Enough’
Lady Bird Lad, the musical venture of Harry Hudson-Taylor, unveils his second single, ‘More Than Enough,’ the title track from his upcoming debut album. ‘More Than Enough’ seamlessly blends melancholy and upbeat tones, showcasing Lady Bird Lad’s ability to combine potent lyrics with a rich array of instruments, from vocals and synths to piano, bass …
Premiere: Daniel Schamroth – Cold Wind Blowing
Devon-born, British singer-songwriter and lead singer of The Loft Club, Daniel Schamroth, writes stripped-back, soulful indie anthems. His music sits somewhere between the worlds of Noel Gallagher, Ryan Adams, and Neil Young. Wearing these influences proudly on his sleeve, whilst still retaining his unique, emotionally charged sound. In 2022 he released an EP titled ‘Friends & Brothers’, he …
EP Review: The Crayon Set allege ‘Elvis Is Alive’ in an exquisite trio of ethereal and hypnotic songs.
Hailing from Dublin, The Crayon Set provide the most exquisite brand of intelligently crafted alt folk rock songs touched with a delicate pastoral blush. Their new EP, entitled ‘Elvis Still Alive’ consist of three impossibly beautiful atmospheric tracks imbued with an air of delicate melancholy. The Crayon Set recall bands such as Belle and Sebastian …
Track/Video : Heavy doom protagonists The Body & Dis Fig preview new collaborative album with the explosive ‘Dissent, Shame’.
‘Collabs’ – are they anything more than product placement these days? Well in some worlds driven less by the algorithm, collaboration still has a meaning and a purpose. Step forward the indispensable Thrill Jockey Records and news of an incoming album ‘Orchards of a Futile Heaven’ due 23rd Feb, from the artistic coupling of The …
EP Review: Le Shiv unveil a masterclass in anthemic indie pop with their epic new EP ‘New World Colour’, as they head out on tour.
The new EP ‘New World Colour’ from Le Shiv offers a bright start to the year, and, quite frankly, boldly stands out in the post festive season deluge of releases. The band has been garnering a lot of attention with their unique brand of indie rock, including writing with Grouplove’s Andrew Wessen on their latest …
Track: San Cisco Radiates ‘Summer Days’ as Prelude to Fifth Studio Album ‘Under The Light’ + European/UK Tour Dates
As the much-anticipated fifth studio album, ‘Under The Light’, from the Australian indie powerhouse San Cisco approaches, the band has just unveiled their latest single, ‘Summer Days‘. This vibrant track, featuring Nicholas Allbrook from POND, skillfully navigates between euphoria and melancholy, providing a sneak peek into the band’s upcoming era. Exploring the theme of loss, …
Track: Blues Riser LEDI Showcases Vocal Prowess On ‘Lie’
Within the vibrant tapestry of London’s music scene, LEDI, an artist hailing from the heart of Indonesia, unveils her musical prowess through the enchanting single, ‘Lie’. In a captivating live video, this singer-songwriter not only displays her vocal finesse but also crafts an emotive narrative through the soulful genres of R&B, blues, and soul. ‘Lie’ …
Feature: Backseat Downunder’s 50 Favourite Antipodean Albums and EPs of 2023
In many end of year ‘best’ albums of 2023, there has been a distinct absence of independent antipodean bands – an astounding omission given the depth of quality exhibited by Australian and New Zealand artists in 2023. For the past few years, to counterbalance this annual bias, I have put together a top fifty favourite …