-
First Day of Spring Unveils ‘You’re Blue I’m Blue’ and Previews ‘The Rising Tide’ from Upcoming EP – Backseat Mafia
Emerging from a period of quiet reflection, First Day of Spring has re-emerged with ‘You’re Blue I’m Blue,’ the first track from their eagerly anticipated second EP. Building on the sonic foundation laid by their debut record, Fly Over Apple Blossom, this new project positions the band for an exciting journey through the remainder of 2024. The second single from the upcoming EP, ‘The Rising Tide,’ continues to showcase the band’s nuanced approach to emotion and striking alternative sound. Blending an ethereal, shimmering shoegaze-come-soft-grunge undertone with clean, precise production, the track allows First Day of Spring’s sharp riffs and bright melodies to shine through. This guitar-driven, alternative instrumentation is led…
-
How to Gel Cure Press-On Nails: TikTok Video
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. No beauty category has undergone quite as epic of a rebrand as press-on nails. In the early aughts, they had a reputation of being cheap and childish, with very few trendy design options. Fast forward to today, and they’ve become the preferred salon alternative for a quick and easy, on-trend manicure. Celebrities even wear them on the red carpet. This new interest in press-ons has seen countless brands come out with their own variations, and on…
-
Indie Newcomer Big Warm Bed – Backseat Mafia
Leeds indie newcomer Big Warm Bed (Jacob Andrews) has announced his debut EP ‘Shores I’m Swimming In’ due for release on the 26th of September via Dance To The Radio (Ellur, Far Caspian, Low Hummer, Youth Sector). His new single ‘Can’t Quit’ is out now, following his debut single ‘Should’ve Seen it Coming‘, which was released earlier this summer. Having toured the globe as part of Far Caspian’s backing band, Big Warm Bed navigates universal themes of friendship and loss through a tasteful retro-rock lens akin to Kevin Morby and Willie J Healey; with the musician set to take his live show on the road this autumn (following previous supports…
-
Sara Hughes Talks SPF, Beauty, and the Olympics: Interview
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. For professional beach volleyball players, “Sunscreen is part of the culture,” Sara Hughes, who will be competing in the sport for Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics later this month, tells PS. “It’s an important part of who we are.” Hughes started playing volleyball when she was just eight years old, thus starting a lifelong relationship with SPF. “My first memories of sunscreen are of my mom slathering the most SPF 50 you can imagine…
-
Shane Rennison Releases Debut Album ‘Irrational’ – Backseat Mafia
New York-based singer-songwriter Shane Rennison releases his eagerly awaited debut album, Irrational. Over the years, Shane has built a dedicated following with his unique blend of indie pop rock, characterized by a mix of acoustic and electric guitars, distinctive drum patterns, and synth piano. His sound has drawn comparisons to renowned artists like Vampire Weekend, Passion Pit, and Harry Styles, marking him as a standout in the music scene. Irrational offers a rich sonic tapestry, reflecting Shane’s diverse musical influences. The album seamlessly blends freshness and nostalgia, immersing listeners in intricate songwriting, lush harmonies, and unexpected instrumental flourishes. Acoustic twinklings merge with glittery synths and punchy drums, occasionally enhanced by…
-
TheraFace Pro Device Review With Photos
PS Photography | Renee RodriguezPhoto Illustration: Becky JirasPS Photography | Renee RodriguezPhoto Illustration: Becky Jiras 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 write about beauty regularly, which means I often find myself testing out the latest and greatest beauty devices. There are some amazing options on the market, and while I’ve come across a few that have helped me put my best face forward, sifting through all of the choices can be a little overwhelming. When I had the opportunity to test…
-
Bio-Therapeutic Bt-Sculpt Review With Photos
POPSUGAR Photography | Alida AraicaPOPSUGAR Photography | Alida Araica 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. If you’re into skin care, you’re probably aware of the (overwhelming) variety of beauty tools on the market. I admittedly have a jade roller, ice roller, and gua sha in my own beauty arsenal, and though they all help with depuffing and toning, I had yet to graduate to an at-home microcurrent device. After months of gua sha-ing and reading about other PS editors’ favorite devices, I…
-
A pulsating second album in Steve Von Till’s ambitious, post-metal trilogy. – Backseat Mafia
The Breakdown Neurot Recordings – 8.9 Officially released on 21st July to coincide with the Buck Moon, Steve Von Till (aka Harvestman) delivers ‘Part Two’ of his ambitious ‘Triptych’ album cycle (‘Part One’ coincided with April’s Pink Moon and was reviewed in BSM HERE). Von Till may be a prolific musician, whose output as lynch pin of post metal pioneers Neurosis plus their experimental offshoot Tribes Of Neurot, solo acoustic songsmith and crafter of Harvestman’s organic psych- folk, highlights his creative stamina. But putting out a three album opus over a six month period seems like a stretch for even the most tireless innovator. Maintaining the flow, avoiding repetition, keeping…
-
Anti-Eyebrow Piercings Are Trending | POPSUGAR Beauty
When you hear the words “anti-eyebrow piercing,” you might think it’s simply the opposite of a normal eyebrow piercing. In a sense, you’d be right. But this piercing trend has nothing to do your brows at all. In fact, it’s not even on the same plane of the face. “Anti-eyebrow piercings are placed in the upper cheekbone area near the bottom corner of the eye,” piercing artist Cozmo Faris, tells PS, adding that it is considered a type of dermal piercing. If you’ve been wanting to get a slightly “out-of-the-box” facial piercing, ahead Faris explains everything you should know about the anti-eyebrow piercing trend, from the type of jewelry to…
-
Gwailo – Rock N Roll Seduction – Backseat Mafia
Sunderland natives Gwailo have been ripping up the live scene since 2017. They proudly wear their influences, the early potency of Guns ‘N’ Roses, the guile of Led Zeppelin, and the high voltage vibes of AC/DC. Fronted by vocalist Michael Curry, with David Henry on lead guitar, Kyle Dickinson handling rhythm guitar, Steve Crosby on Bass, and Adrian Marczyk pounding on the drums, the five-piece have an accomplished line-up of true players and real characters that are unwavering in creating killer rock cuts. With their debut EP, ‘A Thousand Masks’, released in 2019, they followed it up with the stand-alone singles, ‘Innocent’, and last year’s, ‘Try Me’. They now continue their aural assault with the new…
