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The Pulse of Darkness Hits Australia in April 2025 – Backseat Mafia
Trentemøller, the Danish architect of dark, cinematic electronica, is set to return to Australia in April 2025, and it’s more than just a tour—it’s a homecoming of sorts for fans who’ve been waiting for his atmospheric soundscapes to once again collide with our shores. Armed with his five-piece band, Trentemøller will unravel his alternative anthems across five cities—Brisbane, Hobart, Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth—transforming each stage into a pulse of moody synths, throbbing basslines, and hypnotic rhythms. There’s no easy way to categorize Trentemøller—his work flits between indie rock, electronica, post-punk, but refuses to be pinned down. What’s certain is that in April, Australian audiences will be drawn into his world,…
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Northern Ireland’s ASH Ready to Ignite Australia with The Singles Tour – Backseat Mafia
Ash doesn’t just bring nostalgia—they throw it at you full throttle. Northern Ireland’s power-pop trio is back, and this time they’re ready to reignite the stage with The Singles Tour. It’s everything a fan could want: a career-spanning set that crashes through their biggest hits like ‘Kung Fu,’ ‘Girl from Mars,’ and ‘Burn Baby Burn,’ but also throws in new gems like ‘Usual Places’ and ‘Race The Night.’ The band hasn’t lost their bite—if anything, they’re more electrifying than ever. With their eighth album Race The Night breaking into the UK Top 20, it’s clear that Ash isn’t here to rest on past glories. They’ve still got something to prove,…
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Haiku Hands Drop ‘Kicks’ and Announce Tour Dates – Backseat Mafia
Haiku Hands (Claire Nakazawa, Beatrice Lewis and Mie Nakazawa) are back, and they’re not playing it safe. With their latest single ‘Kicks,’ the Aussie alt-dance trio are ready to rip through stages across Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane this December on their Club Deluxe Pleasure Beast Tour. The track drops with the kind of fearless, genre-smashing energy that’s become their signature, a call to arms for everyone ready to dance like nobody’s watching. It’s exactly what you’d expect from Haiku Hands—relentlessly bold, unapologetically fun, and always turning the volume up on what it means to move a crowd. A deluxe version of their acclaimed sophomore album, ‘Pleasure Beast,’ will drop on…
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Clara Pople Shares Dreamy & Emotive new Single ‘Hot Moon’ – Backseat Mafia
Clara Pople blends neo-soul undertones and striking alternative-pop on the striking and beautifully constructed new single ‘Hot Moon’. A hypnotic and wonderfully balanced example of how to gradually build a soundscape step by step, ‘Hot Moon’ moves from it’s minimal slow four to floor and vocal loop of the start, flourishing into a beautiful and melancholic soundscape of synths and textural guitar. With delicate, controlled lead vocals from Pople, the tracks infectiously catchy chorus melody shines bright over the SOHN-esque instrumental layering, ending with a stunning final iteration as layers of vocal harmonies dance with a sense of freedom. In her own words, Clara Pople describes “Hot Moon” as an…
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The magnificent Royel Otis release ebullient new single ‘If Our Love Is Dead’ to accompany deluxe re-release of their debut album ‘PRATTS & PAIN’ with tour news. – Backseat Mafia
Royel Otis have rapidly become musical royalty not only in their home Australia but globally, and we have been keenly following their ascendancy since their debut single back in 2021. And it is easy to see why they have rapidly risen to the top like cream: they have released a series of luscious, quirky hyperkinetic tracks, music that is delicately laced with a certain sense of humour and a commercial pop sensibility with their own unique sound. Their stunning debut album ‘PRATTS &PAIN’ released at the beginning of the year (reviewed by me here) will be re-released on Friday as a deluxe edition entitled ‘PRATTS & PAIN – It Ain’t…
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Jheri Curls Are Making a Comeback
There’s no denying that we’re in an era where iconic beauty trends of decades past are back in a big way. From the sultry ’90s brown lipstick that once dominated grunge and R&B aesthetics to the defiant return of the infamous side part (challenging the long-term reign of the middle part) it’s clear that beauty is cyclical. The latest obsession in this retro revival? The glossy, defined ’80s Jheri Curl. The inspiration for this trend stems back to singers Lionel Richie and Michael Jackson, and cult-classic movies such as “Coming To America,” where actors Eric La Salle and Darryl Jenkins are remembered for their iconic “SoulGlo” scene. Flash forward to…
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Trying the Kacey Musgraves x Reformation Bunny Dress
While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. I won’t lie to you, the Kacey Musgraves x Reformation collection does not align with my typical aesthetic. But the 36-year-old singer, who is currently on tour promoting “Deeper Well” — which was just nominated for CMA’s album of the year — wears it well. The 17-piece capsule collection aims to showcase Musgraves’s personal style and music evolution. It has an English countryside feeling, composed of rich plaids, delicate lace, Victorian bows, equestrian boots, and vintage…
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Sydney duo End Scene are our ‘Flavour of the Month’ as they release the hounds with their new single, ahead of a new album. – Backseat Mafia
We were mightily impressed by End Scene‘s 2021 album ‘All My Ghosts’ (see our review here) and other than a single in 2023 and a low key release earlier this year, things have been relatively quiet for the duo. But all is revealed: they have been working hard on a second album and have just unleashed a single ‘Flavour of the Month’ which seems to herald a slight deviation from their usual indie pop fare. ‘Flavour of the Month’ is a brash punky song delivered with a shouty sneer excoriating the vacuous and ephemeral world of influencers and celebrity culture, mixed in with what member James Jennings says is some good old-fashioned…
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25 Thanksgiving Nail Art Ideas
Thanksgiving is a great holiday for surrounding yourself with friends and family, eating a delicious meal, and finally rewatching all those festive “Friends” episodes, all while reflecting on what you’ve been thankful for this year. Some may be grateful for those delicious dishes that come with the holiday season or the time taken to slow down and treat yourself to much-needed pampering. It may sound corny, but one of the things we’re most grateful for is our ability to express ourselves with fall nail art, especially when it comes to Thanksgiving nails. The time we set aside to get a new manicure, especially around holidays like Thanksgiving, is the ultimate…
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The Best Amazon Fashion Sweaters to Shop For Fall
While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. Layering season is nearly upon us, which means it’s almost time to break out our favorite coats, boots, and, of course, sweaters. If you’re looking for a fresh variety of styles, Amazon carries a huge range, including chunky turtlenecks, fuzzy cardigans, polished sweater coats, and more. You can choose between oversize and cozy options that mimic the feel of your favorite throw blanket or dressier sweaters you can pair with a skirt or trousers. To get…
