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Listen To First Single From Long Awaited Contemplative New Album By Electro Industrial Composer Lost Signal – Backseat Mafia
Lost Signal is the solo project of electro-industrial music composer Charles Rehill. Extracting the marrow of euphoria, pain and everything in between to craft his contemplative yet rhythmically driven soundscapes, Lost Signal acts as a metaphor for reconnecting that which is broken, reminding us that it’s all in the details. Rehill is a lover of synthesisers and is inspired by the melodic vibrancy of composers ranging from recognised masters such as Vangelis to relatively newer hands like Ólafur Arnalds. Still in his teens in the late ‘90s, he signed a record deal and began touring, while production work and sound design subsequently led to a fruitful career working for synth manufacturers and adding to his…
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Incineration Festival Adds Another Huge Name – Backseat Mafia
Krzysztof Drabikowski’s Батюшка will return to London in 2025, making a debut appearance at Incineration Festival. As part of UK Exclusive performance, Batushka will bring their mesmerising and immersive, black ritual to the Roundhouse Stage. For tickets & info, visit our website: www.incinerationfest.com All payment plan tickets for Incineration Festival have now SOLD OUT. Incineration festival thank all of the devilish souls who made this happen! They are well on their way to pulling off the biggest Incineration to date, as well as selling out in record time. For general sale tickets and info, head over to www.incinerationfest.com Like this: Like Loading… Related #Incineration #Festival #Adds #Huge #Backseat #Mafia
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The Silverlites Featuring Members Of R.E.M., Black Crowes And Screaming Trees Release Debut Single ‘Don’t Go, Don’t Stay’ – Backseat Mafia
On November 15th The Silverlites proudly release their self-titled debut album on Sunyata Records distributed by Sony Music. This 12 song debut references the great rock bands and songwriters of the classic era, while still sounding fresh and new for modern times. The Silverlites are a veritable supergroup made up of 4 renowned songwriters with 4 distinct backgrounds. The quartet includes Peter Buck (R.E.M.), Rich Robinson (The Black Crowes), Barrett Martin (Screaming Trees and Mad Season) and Joseph Arthur, a singer-songwriter who was first discovered by Peter Gabriel. Barrett Martin comments: “The Silverlites have a unique ability to write memorable songs, which captures the mood and feel of the classic songwriter bands of the past. At the same time, our songs sound fresh and contemporary.…
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Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes / Hotwax – Concorde 2, Brighton 15.10.2024 – Backseat Mafia
Frank Carter and The Rattlesnakes are an English punk rock band formed in 2015 by frontman Frank Carter and guitarist Dean Richardson. They made an impact on the Punk scene with their energetic live shows and powerful music. Their songs are made of more sterner stuff relating to Frank’s youth and releasing the Album Dark Rainbow back in January. The Style is steering more towards ‘The Arctic Monkeys’ with emotionally charged power ballads! The Band have now announced a Hiatus after a rumpus electrifying nine years, and Frank Carter wrote, “It’s been a celebration of being alive no matter the circumstances” Maybe it’s the result of Frank’s recent shows with the ‘Sex Pistols’ that brought this on but time will tell, and anticipation will be high! Tonight’s support comes from local Hastings trio,…
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a dynamic new MPB voice which really delivers. – Backseat Mafia
Anyone who caught Bala Desejo’s set-of-the-day at WOMAD UK in the summer would’ve already noted the dynamic Dora Morelenbaum flying in the front line of this exuberant nu-tropicalia band. A vocalist, instrumentalist and composer she’s been at the epicentre of the surge of MPB powering out from Rio in the last few years, not only as part of the Bala Desejo team but also as a solo artist. Morelenbaum’s luscious, dramatic pop surfaced via the ‘Vento de Beirada’ EP last year and now she’s striding out once more with a debut album ‘Pique’ via Mr Bongo Records. It’s an album that’s very much wedded to the close-knit creative new wave…
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All Aboard!! Let’s get stuck into Liquid Nails’ latest, Suburban Timetable – Backseat Mafia
The Breakdown Psychedelic Salad Records – 9.1 Liquid Nails are Trent Thomas (guitar/vocals), David Holmes (bass) and Keith Churchill (drums) and hail from nipaluna/Hobart. Formed in 2019, the band have now released 2 albums; 2022’s self-titled debut and now, Suburban Timetable, which has been released on Psychedelic Salad Records. A feature of the band’s music throughout their career thus far has been the driving force provided by Churchill’s frenetic drumming style, coupled with Holmes’s solid bass work which opens the way for Thomas to overlay his chiming, chorus-laden guitar lines and angsty vocal style to produce their signature, angular sound. The band’s musical style is influenced by the members shared…
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Velvet Parade Launch Gothic Australian Debut ‘Ghost’ Live at Eora/Sydney’s Moshpit – 18.10.24 – Backseat Mafia
Does anyone do darkness better? Friday night at Moshpit, the hole-in-the-wall dive on Eora/Sydney’s King Street, was the perfect place to find out. Velvet Parade, hailing from Naarm/Melbourne, were there to launch their debut, ‘Ghost’. The evening opened with Jo Meares, whose 2014 release, ‘King of the Crystal Mountain‘, set a brooding tone. His voice floated through the room, blending dark folk and rock, with lyrics that matched Moshpit’s moody atmosphere. When the main act took the stage, frontman Ripley Hood, alongside Vincent J Kramer, Don Drum, Pete Azzopardi, and Ashley Jones, were every bit the gothic, noir-rock ensemble I’d been promised. Velvet Parade’s music was the kind you’d sit…
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Iman – Salt Of The Earth – Backseat Mafia
Originally hailing from Bahrain, Iman is a London based multi-instrumentalist and the driving force behind an alternative music project that blends electronic and industrial alt- rock/metal, often dubbed as ‘Dance Metal’. Her brand new single ‘Salt the Earth’ is available on all streaming platforms now. Iman states: “When people don’t feel that they have an identity of their own, they often start taking on the personalities of those around them. Salt The Earth is about someone going so far into taking on others’ personalities that they become a carbon copy of them, and no longer know who they are. They have no identity that they can call their own and…
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Merlot Embargo Keeps the Momentum Rolling with New Single ‘Alone’ – Backseat Mafia
Continuing their impressive creative streak into 2024, LA-based duo Merlot Embargo returns to the spotlight with their latest single, ‘Alone’. Marking their third release of the year, the indie rock duo reasserts their position as a bold and innovative creative force. Known for their authentic sound and heartfelt lyrics, Merlot Embargo effortlessly combines elements of nostalgia with modern influences to craft music that feels both fresh and timeless. ‘Alone’ opens with a delicate guitar line as distant filtered vocals echo around softly pulling listeners in before unfolding into a ska-inflected groove that anchors the song’s rhythmic foundation. As the chorus hits, the emotional weight of the track becomes apparent. Into…
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And The Sunset Burns Release New Single ‘Primrose Hill’ – Backseat Mafia
Indie newcomers And The Sunset Burns continue to turn heads with the release of their latest single, ‘Primrose Hill’. Riding a wave of creative momentum, the Anglo-Spanish four-piece capture a radiant 70s rock undertone on the new single. Blasting out of the speakers with raw sense of energy, while retaining a contemporary indie edge and commercial accessibility. The track is driven by dynamic rhythms and shimmering melodies, over biting guitar tones, buoyant bass and driving drums. Capturing the essence of the bands live performance, the track is a brilliant and exhilarating addition to the bands growing catalogue. Lead vocalist and guitarist Danny explains the inspiration behind the track: “Primrose Hill…
