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Beat The Drum Share Take On The Stranglers ‘No More Heroes’ – Backseat Mafia
Beat The Drum are back with an addictive take on The Stranglers’ 1977 hit ‘No More Heroes’. The vivid familiarity of the original is brought forth with raw alternative nostalgia. Gritty guitars and sprinklings of electronic flourish balance homage with reinvigoration. Accenting moments with a Beat The Drum staple—sleek brass injections—allows them to steady the tempo whilst keeping the powerful rebellious spirit in check. The band explains, “We were working on a very insistent raw guitar riff, which had this punky energy and attitude that developed into our cover of ‘No More Heroes’. The original version of the song had a lot of widdley keyboards and guitar noodling which we…
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Danessa Myricks Chrome Pencil Review With Photos
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. Makeup is hands down my favorite beauty category. I can talk about all things blush, lipstick, and foundation in my sleep — that’s how confident I am about my knowledge of the space. Still, there’s a subcategory in cosmetics that continues to elude me: eye makeup. A few swipes of mascara is no big deal, but when it comes to eyeshadow, and even more particularly, eyeliner, I feel like a novice. That being said, it’s pretty…
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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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25 Stiletto Nail Designs | POPSUGAR Beauty
The added height of a stiletto heel immediately enhances posture, encouraging you to stand taller and walk with a confident stride. This often makes you feel empowered and self-assured, not unlike how you feel after walking out of the nail salon with a fierce new manicure. If you’re up for a head-turning stiletto moment, leave your heels at home and consider experimenting with a bold shape like stiletto nails. Not to be confused with the almond or coffin nail shape, the stiletto style mimics its namesake shoe’s thin, pointed design. The sleek extra-pointy tips provide a larger canvas for intricate nail art, allowing for a wide range of creative and…
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Health Drop New Single ‘Ashamed’ ahead of Australian Tour – Backseat Mafia
Health have officially released the music video for ‘Ashamed (Feat. Lauren Mayberry).’ Directed by Mynxii White, the video serves as an eerie accompaniment to the Los Angeles band’s debut collaboration with Mayberry. The reworking of ‘Ashamed,’ a standout single from their critically acclaimed album ‘Rat Wars’ (Loma Vista Recordings), was released digitally in April and received praise and support from publications such as Revolver, Stereogum, Brooklyn Vegan, FLOOD Magazine, Uproxx, The PRP, Under The Radar, and others. “We have commissioned many remixes of our work and participated in dozens of collaborations, but this is the first time I can recall reimagining a previously released song with another vocalist. For me…
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How to Take Care of Bohemian Box Braids, According to a Pro
Traditional box braids have evolved a lot over the years, and they’ve birthed a handful of different styles that have become popular today. These days, some of the most popular kinds of braids are knotless (those that are installed using a feed-in technique) and bohemian box braids. Also referred to as “goddess” and “boho” styles, the latter is perfect if you want to give your regular box braids a chic upgrade. If a chic maintenance hairstyle sounds right up your alley, we should warn you before you book an appointment: these hairstyles require a bit more maintenance than traditional traditional box braids. That said, they’re well worth it for how…
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Dermaplaining Before and After Photos
I’ve always been intrigued by dermaplaning, a form of exfoliation that involves removing the fine hairs from the face with a surgical blade. Face shaving removes that annoying peach fuzz, creates the perfect base for makeup application, and, due to the fact it allows product to penetrate the skin better, leaves skin with an incredible glow. Dermaplaning before and afters always tend to look incredible on social media, but I was still cautious of trying it for two reasons. The first is that it’s yet another thing to add to my already long skin-care routine. I do really enjoy spending time looking after my skin, but adding more steps leaves…
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A Night to Remember as TV Girl Make Their Eora/Sydney Debut – 17.07.24, Hordern Pavilion – Backseat Mafia
In an unforgettable night at the Hordern Pavilion, LA-based indie pop band TV Girl made their Eora/Sydney debut to a packed house. Fans of all ages sprinted to the barrier and eagerly awaited the start of a show that promised to deliver cult classics, fan favourites, their most famous TikTok sounds, and even songs that “people don’t even like that much at all.” Opening the night was the Australian electronic duo Surfing, featuring Penny Van Hazelberg and Leroy Honeycomb. Known for their lo-fi electronic sound that blends elements of synth-wave, vapor-wave, and dance music, their sweet and funky hits were the perfect intro to the night. TV Girl, composed of…
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SXSW Sydney® Announces New Speakers, Parties, and a Diverse Lineup of International and Local Artists for Music Festival – Backseat Mafia
South by Southwest Sydney® (SXSW Sydney®) has announced significant new additions to its Music Track and Music Festival events. Badge holders can anticipate insightful speakers, vibrant networking events, captivating showcases, and the inclusion of over 30 new acts to an already outstanding music lineup, set to take centre stage in Sydney, during October. Grammy-nominated, Platinum-selling UK sensation Jorja Smith will bring her falling or flying Australian tour to Sydney this October for an unmissable performance as part of SXSW Sydney 2024. Smith joins a huge line-up of already announced talent including Ayesha Madon, Nick Ward and SAXHL, new additions to the Music Festival include Aysanabee (Canada), Acclaim Allstars winner Brazen…
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11 Gray Nail Designs For Your Next Manicure
Minimalist beauty is everywhere right now, from what you’re seeing on TikTok to the makeup all over the red carpet to the nail-polish colors you find yourself reaching for at the salon. When it comes to the latter, one of the biggest colors that’s been trending of late? Gray. The reason makes perfect sense. “Gray nails are making a mark because they’re a contemporary color but also cozy, soothing, and serene,” manicurist Michelle Saunders tells PS, adding that the many iterations of the shade encompass “the new nude,” making it a more neutral hue. “Gray signifies balance and serenity, and I think sometimes we forget how it feels to be…
