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Live Review & Gallery: The Victims w/ Chimers and Hellebores, Crowbar Sydney 021223
Before he became a Hoodoo Guru, Dave Faulkner founded seminal Perth punk outfit, The Victims back in 1977 in his hometown of Perth. After over 40 years of on again off again, it became time to bid a final farewell and they did so in style. Three shows only; beginning in Perth, then Melbourne and …
Track: Eilish Gilligan returns with the melancholic, atmospheric ‘Angel Face’ on announcement of her debut album ‘Final Girl’
The haunting stabbing piano in the background imbues the new track ‘Angel Face’ from the highly talented producer and songwriter Eilish Gilligan with a certain level of anxiety and tension as Gilligan sings of personal vulnerability in the delicate track. A longtime favourite of ours here at Backseat Mafia, Gilligan continues to release the most …
Live Review & Gallery: Sea Girls Kick Off Down-Under Debut At Oxford Art Factory, Ahead of Louis Tomlinson Support – Eora/Sydney, 24.01.24
In a burst of electrifying riffs and anthemic choruses, the British indie-rock sensation, Sea Girls, took centre stage at Eora/Sydney’s Oxford Art Factory last night. It wasn’t just the kickoff of their Australian tour; it marked their down-under debut, and it proved to be a perfect encapsulation of indie-rock at its finest. The quartet, composed …
Premiere: Alana Wilkinson’s ‘Dream Big’ Unveils the Power of Love and Resilience + Tour Dates
From a tale of love and resilience, Backseat Mafia is excited to premiere Australian folk artist Alana Wilkinson as she introduces her latest single, ‘Dream Big’. Alana’s heartfelt composition, born out of her challenges after the 2021 birth of her son, Rafferty, weaves together the trials of navigating NICU corridors, surviving a dramatic flood evacuation, …
Live Review & Gallery: Cowboy Malfoy Brings Stunningly Sweet Glam-Pop To The Lansdowne Hotel – Gadigal/Sydney, 20.01.24
Saturday night at The Lansdowne Hotel in Gadigal/Sydney saw baroque glam-pop artist Cowboy Malfoy take the stage for a stunningly sweet spotlit performance. The intimate setting of the venue created an atmosphere warm with a shared closeness and camaraderie. The night began with the soulful tunes of Sage Dwyer, whose solo performance showcased her beautiful …
News: Sea Girls Unveil New Single ‘I Want You To Know Me’, Upcoming Album and Australian Tour, Alongside Louis Tomlinson Support Announcement
Sea Girls, the acclaimed British indie-pop sensation, are again making headlines with their latest single, ‘I Want You To Know Me‘, and the revelation of their eagerly awaited third album, ‘Midnight Butterflies‘, scheduled for release on June 14 via Alt. Records. With the band commencing their Australian tour this week and gearing up to accompany …
Track: Blusher Unleashes An Irresistible Beat With Latest Single ‘Rave Angel’ + Snow Machine Announcement
Blusher, the sensational pop trio hailing from Naarm/Melbourne, has just released their latest single, ‘Rave Angel‘ – a vibrant and dynamic addition to their distinctive repertoire. Following the success of their debut EP, ‘Should We Go Dance?’ in mid-2023, this track is a certified banger, promising an exhilarating journey from the pre-game to the club …
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: Joan & The Giants’ Latest Indie Rock Gem ‘Good Time’ + P!NK Summer Carnival Support Announcement
Joan & The Giants, the indie alt-pop sensation hailing from Boorloo/Perth, is propelling themselves into the vibrant realms of 2024 with an infectious burst of energy. At the forefront is their latest single, ‘Good Time‘ a tune that effortlessly emanates the group’s blissful and euphoric rock essence. Overflowing with the distinctive freedom of indie-rock, ‘Good …
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, …