australian artists
Album Review: Introducing Meanjin/Brisbane’s DIAL, Their Self-Titled Debut EP and Upcoming Show!
Meanjin/Brisbane-based band DIAL, comprising Elijah, Matt, Bobby, and Taylor, along with former member Hugh who contributed to the debut album, has made a compelling entrance into the world with their self-titled EP. Bonding over a shared love for bands like The Verve, The Jesus and Mary Chain, and The Replacements, DIAL’s influences are discernible throughout …
Premiere: Eora/Sydney Based, Thomas James Mahony, Returns With Mesmerising New Single ‘Hearts Afire’
Backseat Mafia is thrilled to exclusively premiere the truly mesmerising new single and music video ‘Hearts Afire’ by Eora/Sydney-based artist Thomas James Mahony, releasing everywhere tomorrow. A beautiful, starlit release, ‘Hearts Afire’ breathes life with profound intensity. It begins with an enigmatic swell of power before Thomas’ powerhouse vocals peel you away from reality with …
Live Review & Gallery: The Angels Celebrate 50 Years Not Out at Factory Theatre – Gadigal/Sydney, 06.07.24
Saturday night, Gadigal/Sydney’s Factory Theatre witnessed Australia’s own crown jewel, The Angels, in their element and celebrating 50 years of rock excellence. For many of us, knowingly or not, our lives have been intertwined with The Angels and the monumental legacy they’ve bestowed upon Australia and the world. Some of us have even had them …
News: Australian Legends, The Angels, Celebrate 50 Years With National Tour Featuring The Iconic Mi-Sex + Release of New Album ‘Ninety Nine’
If you’ve spent any amount of time in an Australian pub, you’re likely familiar with the cultural icons that are The Angels. Their journey began in 1974 when the Adelaide group, The Moonshine Jug and String Band, electrified their sound as The Keystone Angels at the Modbury Hotel. Their journey took them to iconic venues …
Live Review & Gallery: Hands Like Houses Introduce a New Era for East Coast ‘Tropo’ Tour – Oxford Art Factory, Eora/Sydney, 16.05.2024
Thursday night at the Oxford Art Factory was a whirlwind of high-energy excitement as Hands Like Houses, the post-hardcore sensation from Canberra, took centre stage. This marked a pivotal moment in the band’s journey, with the debut of their new lead singer, Josh Raven, as part of their Tropo Tour. Stepping in the doors, it …
Live Review & Gallery: Sam Fischer Brings Debut EP ‘I Love You, Please Don’t Hate Me’ to Adoring Fans – Oxford Art Factory, Eora/Sydney, 10.05.24
On a crisp Friday night in Eora/Sydney, the walls of Oxford Art Factory resonated with soul-stirring melodies as Sam Fischer, the Aussie singer-songwriter behind the heartfelt album ‘I Love You, Please Don’t Hate Me‘, captivated a sold-out crowd. Fischer’s musical journey, marked by genuine emotion and lyrical prowess, came alive on stage, leaving fans enchanted …
Track and News: Johnny Hunter Heralds New Era With Latest Release ‘Frustration’ + The Great Escape Festival Announcement
In a blaze of synth-laden glam-goth glory, Johnny Hunter has stormed into the UK scene with their latest single, ‘Frustration’, igniting comparisons to our favourite post-punk legends while infusing their own brand of modern glam. Produced by Jesse F. Keeler (Death From Above 1979 and MSTRKRFT), this track marks a return to the recording studio …
Premiere: Naarm/Melbourne Artist Kaiyah Mercedes Unleashes Sparkling Sophomore Album ‘Trying to Hate You’
Naarm/Melbourne-based singer-songwriter Kaiyah Mercedes unveils her latest album, ‘Trying To Hate You‘, in an exclusive premiere with Backseat Mafia today! This sparkling and intimate album, produced by Seetali Mack and mixed by Garrett Kato, offers a sweetly captivating exploration of unrequited love. “‘Trying To Hate You’ is about unrequited love at its simplest level. Each …
Live Review & Gallery: STUMPS Embarks on Nationwide Tour, Celebrating Sophomore Album ‘Arcadia’ – Factory Theatre, Gadigal/Sydney 20.04.24
Eora/Sydney’s indie rock trio, STUMPS, continues to blaze a trail across the nation on their much-anticipated national tour, celebrating the release of their sophomore album, ‘Arcadia‘. In a testament to their burgeoning success, ‘Arcadia’ held a coveted spot in the Top 4 on the Australian ARIA Album chart, nestled alongside the likes of renowned icons …
Live Review & Gallery: Australia Bids Farewell to Beloved Post-Punk Ensemble Johnny Hunter – 19.04.24, Low 302, Eora/Sydney
In a moment tinged with both melancholy and anticipation, Eora/Sydney’s beloved post-punk ensemble, Johnny Hunter, prepares to bid adieu as they set sail for the UK, their signature eyeliner and instruments in tow. Marking this significant occasion and coinciding with the release of their latest single ‘Frustration 2.0’, Johnny Hunter bestowed upon their devoted fans …