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Aruna Shares Radiant New Pop-Rock Fizzer ‘thoughts & therapy’ – Backseat Mafia
Passionate about championing diversity within her music, Aruna creates a space for those who feel they lack representation, pushing the boundaries of what it means to be a woman of colour in pop. This vision comes to life in her new single ‘thoughts & therapy’. Placing herself amongst the nostalgic rise of pop bangers laced with a punk-tinged bite, Aruna’s new single opens with an unapologetic statement. Muted electric guitar chords ignite a fire under vocals delivered with infectious passion. As emotions rise into the chorus, a soaring lead line crashes through cymbal-filled drums and rhythmic accompaniment, delivering raw honesty about the highs and lows of romance. Relatable, fierce, and…
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Andrew Pattie Releases ‘You Are’ From Radiant Debut Album ‘REPAIR’ – Backseat Mafia
Andrew Pattie, a versatile multi-instrumentalist and seasoned musician, has just released his latest single, ‘You Are’, the title track from his radiant debut album ‘REPAIR’. This indie, synth-pop track stands out with its upbeat and dreamy soundscape, reflecting Andrew’s eclectic influences from TOPS’s ‘Picture You Staring’ to West African guitar styles. The song, mastered by Hifi Sean Dickson of Soup Dragons, features a synth bass that intensifies the dance vibe, creating a fresh and engaging listening experience. The lyrics of ‘You Are’ explore themes of self-acceptance and the conflict between personal identity and societal expectations. Andrew explains: “‘You Are’ deals with acceptance. Acceptance of yourself. A dialogue fighting with who…
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First Day Of Spring Share Radiant & Atmospheric New Single ‘You’re Blue I’m Blue’ – Backseat Mafia
First Day Of Spring unveils the radiant new single ‘You’re Blue I’m Blue’, a haunting and beautiful blend of jangling alt-rock tones, adorned with a shimmering shoe-gaze edge. Built around some beautifully constructed dual picked guitars, the track carries an infectious, musicality under it’s floating, melancholic lead vocals. As the track reaches it’s chorus the guitar tones become fuzzy and distorted as the drums punch through cymbal heavy beats and the vocals deliver a repeated, surprisingly catchy main melody. Moody and affect, ‘You’re Blue I’m Blue’ captures an essence of 90s alternative-rock adorned with a striking modern, atmospheric flair. Talking about the track, the band explain: ”You’re Blue I’m Blue…
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Tracers Return Radiant Second Single ‘Tonight’ – Backseat Mafia
Glasgow’s indie-alt-rock trio, Tracers, return with their radiant second single ‘Tonight’. Following the electrifying debut ‘Push & Shove’, the track builds more anticipation for the bands upcoming debut EP. Tracers have already made a significant mark on the local music scene, delivering electrifying performances that have earned them a loyal following. With early support from Radio X, Tracers are swiftly gaining recognition as a formidable force in the indie-alt-rock genre. Their journey continues to ascend with the release of ‘Tonight,’ a track recorded at the legendary Abbey Road and Metropolis Studios. Produced and mastered by Tayte Nickols and Sugarhouse respectively, the single encapsulates the band’s energetic essence and musical prowess.…
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WE ARE WINTER’S BLUE AND RADIANT CHILDREN –GY!BE/Big|Brave/Ada affiliates announce tumultuous debut album. – Backseat Mafia
A post rock summit, confluence or collab, some might even toss in the supergroup label if they were feeling flippant. Whatever you want to call the artistic meeting of minds that is WE ARE WINTER’S BLUE AND RADIANT CHILDREN (or WAWBARC between friends) it offers up the enticing prospect of new collective music from Mat Ball (BIG|BRAVE) and Efrim Manuel Menuck (Godspeed You! Black Emperor, Thee Silver Mt. Zion) together with Jonathan Downs and Patch One (key contributors to the North East US experimental community and in the past both members of Ada). As usual in the wired world of rock the members of WAWBARC have previous connections. During their…
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Saie Slip Tint Radiant All-Over Concealer Review With Photos
Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. I don’t wear foundation, meaning I need my concealer to really pull its weight. And I’m picky. Even though I don’t like heavy coverage and want my skin to look natural underneath a layer of product, I still want a concealer that will help even out my complexion. The newest product that I’ve found that does all of that and more is the Saie Slip Tint Radiant All-Over Concealer ($28). Saie has been working on this product for a few years, and the final result was well worth the wait.…
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L’Oréal Paris True Match Radiant Serum Concealer Review
Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Although I started wearing makeup only four years ago, I’ve tested my fair share of cosmetic products, especially concealers. I’ve learned that they don’t all work the same — there are some that cover my dark circles but crack easily, and there are others that work perfectly for hours on my skin. While I don’t switch out products super often, L’Oréal Paris True Match Radiant Serum Concealer ($13) might be my greatest beauty discovery to date. Because my skin has a unique undertone, I’ve used the same concealer since I…
