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Is Snail Mucin Good For Skin?
If you’ve spent any time on SkinTok or K-BeautyTok recently, we’re sure you’ve heard about snail mucin. Yes, you read that right — snail mucin, also known as snail slime, is getting quite a bit of buzz for its multitude of skin-care benefits, from hydration to boosting collagen production. But snail mucin isn’t a new skin-care ingredient by any means. According to board-certified dermatologist Ava Shamban, MD, it became a commercial skin-care trend as early as the 1980s, as snail farmers, working day in and day out for years touching the secretion, had unusually hydrated, supple, and more youthful-looking hands compared to their dermal profile. Snail mucin is said to…
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Indie punk legends The Saints ’73-’78 announce UK tour. – Backseat Mafia
Following a hugely successful debut Australian tour in 2024 (12,000 payers over 12 shows) The Saints ’73-’78 will make their UK debut this November. You can read our review of their Hobart gig here where we said: So… this was no tribute band… no hackneyed cabaret act. This was a band on fire. From the first few bars of opening song, ‘This Perfect Day’, through to the last drops of the chaotic frenzy that is ‘Nights In Venice’, The Saints pummelled our senses with 20 songs of jaw-dropping intensity. Where they the first ever punk band? What is certain is their classic (I’m) Stranded) was the first cab off the…
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Chaos In The CBD release the deep house sunshine of ‘Love Language’ – Backseat Mafia
Chaos In The CBD’s latest single, ‘Love Language’ is a beautifully laid-back instrumental that exudes a sunshine-infused deep house vibe. Gentle piano melodies gracefully intertwine with a gluey, stretchy bassline, while Nathan Haines’ soulful saxophone, alternating between scattergun bursts and melodic streams, spreads its persuasive jazz lines across the track. The result is a captivating and soothing listen. As the lead single from their forthcoming debut album, A Deeper Life, set to release on May 9, 2025, via their own In Dust We Trust imprint, ‘Love Language’ offers a glimpse into the duo’s evolution. Of the track, the duo – brothers Louis and Ben Helliker-Hales, say Chaos In The CBD…
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Jellyfish Haircut Dominated the 2025 Grammys
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. The 2025 Grammy Awards brought many history-making moments for the world to see, but the beauty looks were just as referential. As the industry’s biggest stars gathered at the Crypto Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, Feb. 2, the red carpet boasted plenty of beauty inspiration. We’re talking a mix of Old Hollywood glam and maximalism, from retro bobs to classic red lips and statement-making tuxedo nails. Of all the styles to dominate music’s big night,…
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lutriwita/Tasmanian duo Future State release the atmospheric single ‘Serve Yourself’ ahead of debut album ‘Everything Is Temporary’ – Backseat Mafia
Future State are an electronic trip hop duo from southern edge of the world in Tasmania, and their sound is suitably chill and Antarctic with its combination of thundering percussion, saxophone and lush synth layers. In their new single ‘Serve Yourself’, singer Ally Oliver’s voice recalls Portishead’s Beth Gibbons with its extraordinary range and distant observational style. Stuart Cam’s instrumentation is complex and delicate, delivered in a 7/8 jungle drum beat. There is a strong jazz tone to the delivery, with opulent late night, rich velvet vibes: ‘Serve Yourself’ is out now and available to download and stream via all the usual sites. ‘Serve Yourself’ was recorded at Future State…
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2025 Grammy Awards: Shop 11 Celeb-Approved Beauty Products
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. When it comes to sourcing new beauty inspiration, we can always count on the Grammys to introduce us to a new product or show-stopping trend. This year’s ceremony not only saw the return of some old favorites — like Taylor Swift’s trusted red lip and the controversial jellyfish haircut — but it also introduced us to a slew of new celeb-approved beauty products, including some affordable surprises (we’re talking under $40!). While celebrity glam is more…
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Don’t ‘Put It All On Me’ – MacGregor Burns unveils his enigmatic indie pop plea ahead of new album. – Backseat Mafia
We are very honoured to premiere the single ‘Put It All On Me’ from MacGregor Burns. Burns is Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter who has a fascinating resumé, having worked an eclectic mix of jobs, from Hollywood tour guide and pet relocation specialist to substitute teacher and water polo referee. He brings his varied experience to the track which is a driving thrum of electronica with a Howard Devoto-style instrumentation and a hint of The Psychedelic Furs or Jona Lewie. Burns says of the track: Put it all on me is a desperate, wailing rock tune, which conveys my sense of detachment from previous failures in the form of a driving 4…
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Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear All Over Concealer Review
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. Lightweight, breathable beauty products are the golden tickets to enjoying warm weather. So when we found that the Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear All Over Concealer falls under that category, we grew immediately curious. The brand launched this concealer as a complement to its bestselling foundation, and we needed to test it out. Plus, Olivia Rodrigo is a fan of the formula, having sported it at the 2025 Grammy Awards. Whether you’re hiding some hyperpigmentation or…
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New Bloom Festival Returns in 2025 With a Stacked Lineup & Drain Headline Sideshows! – Backseat Mafia
After a wildly successful debut in 2024, selling out in Naarm/Melbourne, New Bloom Festival is back for round two in 2025, bringing a fresh wave of alt-rock, post-hardcore, grunge, and punk acts to Meanjin/Brisbane, Eora/Sydney, and Naarm/Melbourne this March. Tickets are available here. New Bloom has quickly become hallowed ground for the next generation of heavy music, spotlighting rising talent while keeping the raw energy of DIY hardcore alive. This year’s edition is no exception, with a lineup that features a huge mix of international and local acts already making waves in the scene. Returning to Australia for the first time in years, Basement and Balance and Composure lead the…
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Taylor Swift’s Thigh Chain: Shop Similar Styles
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. Taylor Swift is no stranger to initial jewelry, but the pop star’s latest take on the trend is helping to usher in a new era for the accessory. Swift attended the 2025 Grammys on Sunday, Feb. 2, in Los Angeles, California, where the musician graced the red carpet in a mini dress by Vivienne Westwood to match her signature red lip. The micro frock was adorned with sequin embellishments and featured a statement “Chiefs red” color…
