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Grace VanderWaal Releases New Single ‘What’s Left Of Me’, Following Her Star Role in Francis Coppola’s ‘Megalopolis’ (Out Now) – Backseat Mafia
Grace VanderWaal has come a long way from her days as the ukulele-toting 12-year-old who captured hearts on America’s Got Talent. Now 20, she’s pushing her music into more mature, emotionally charged territory. Her latest track, ‘What’s Left of Me‘ (out now via Pulse Records), reflects growth, diving deeper into raw emotions and complex storytelling. This new single follows her recent release ‘Call It What You Want‘. While that track explored the murky back-and-forth of a situationship, ‘What’s Left of Me’ deals with facing the aftermath. The song starts with a delicate piano melody, breathy and fragile, before evolving into a dynamic, heartfelt anthem. VanderWaal’s airy, pop-tinged vocals float effortlessly…
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jibing, jiving joy to be found in this slacker pop gem. – Backseat Mafia
There’s something actually refreshing about a singer/songwriter who describes their ‘creative process’ as “…something makes me frustrated, and then I turn it into a little passive-aggressive song…just obsessing about stuff that’s not that important, actually!” So said Berlin based, indie pop realist Anna Erhard when asked about how her latest album ‘Botanical Garden’ which is emerging now via Basel’s favourite label, Radicalis Music. It’s a soundbite which reveals why her music gets so deliciously intoxicating. Honest, understated, sometimes sneery and oozingly ironic, Erhard’s songs are there to help you bounce back from the bad day you’ve had. She’s been sharpening that focus for a while now, starting to write solo…
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Bonneville Share Vibrant New Single ‘Over Breakin’’ – Backseat Mafia
Southern retro-soul band Bonneville is release ‘Over Breakin’‘, the sixth single from their upcoming second album Flying Machine. Building a reputation for their soul, funk and R&B exploits, the new single showcases more of the band’s ability to bring together vintage soul with a modern flair. Co-written by singer Wes McGee and guitarist Jeff Hayashi, the song offers a hopeful message. “It’s about overcoming pain and moving forward,” says McGee. Hayashi adds, “We wanted it to be empathetic and uplifting, with a classic soul vibe but modern production.” GRAMMY®-recognized producer Starita collaborated on the track, recorded at the legendary FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals. With echoes of Motown through its…
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PULARS Announce First Ever Digital Release Of Debut Album, Share First Three Tracks On ‘Trilogy’ – Backseat Mafia
Chicago-based cult band Pulsars have announced the long-awaited digital release of their self-titled debut album, PULSARS, set to arrive on streaming platforms on November 15th. Today, the band has released the 3 track single ‘Trilogy’, comprising the first three tracks from the album. The digital release is more than just a reissue—it represents the culmination of a journey fraught with missed opportunities and what-ifs. Pulsars were on the verge of breaking out after signing a multi-million, three-album deal with Almo Sounds in the late 90s, alongside the critical success of their debut LP. However, their momentum stalled when Almo Sounds’ deal with Geffen Records fell apart, leaving the band without…
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Restless ambient artist Earthen Sea announces new album ‘Recollection’ with a luscious and loose double preview. – Backseat Mafia
You may recall the name Jacob Long as a member of the seminal Dischord band Black Eyes, a group who defined post-hardcore’s in-built non-conformity. Such a starting point inevitably embedded unorthodoxy in his music making and his next excursion with the deep dub rhythmics of Mi Ami only underlined his disinclination to stand in line. So when in 2014, as Earthen Sea, Long moved away from abrasion and into the calmer stretches of ambient techno there was little chance he would be treading water. After inquisitive explorations in the world of beats released on Lovers Rock and Nicholas Jaar’s Other People label, Earthen Sea’s real adventure began with a signing…
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Mieke Miami – Birdland (Edition DUR 19) – Backseat Mafia
Mieke Miami is a multi-instrumentalist, singer and producer originally from Hamburg, but now based in the working-class, so-called “artist enclave” of Luckenwalde, in the state of Brandenburg, southwest of Berlin. Her musical origins lie in jazz saxophone, which she studied in the German capital before starting her journey as a songwriter in 2014. This year she returns with her third album “Birdland”, which develops her unique fusion of psychedelic jazz and leftfield electronics, with Mieke handling vocals, bass clarinet, flute, saxophone, keyboards and programming, as well as co-producing and writing all the original music. The title of the album is not only a reference to the world-famous New York jazz…
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Anonymous Digital Artist OWBY Returns with Genre-Bending New Single ‘Closer’ – Backseat Mafia
Anonymous digital artist and songwriter OWBY has made his much-anticipated return with his latest single, ‘Closer’. Bringing a soundscape which captures elements of electronic music, pop and choral, gospel undertones, the new single ‘Closer’ showcases a rich depth in musicality. Moving between the melodic, cinematic first chorus, gradually introducing a driving four to the floor beat, the track captures a sense of melancholic emotion and commercial appeal. ‘Closer’ is imagined as a musical sequel to ‘BREATH’ by The Blaze, continuing the emotional journey of lovers navigating uncertainty while searching for meaning that is discussed in the original. The song’s uplifting message centers on perseverance, suggesting that through time, healing is…
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Metal Mayhem on the Dancefloor – Vulvodynia in Sydney 29.09.2024 – Backseat Mafia
The Lansdowne is packed to the brim, the air thick with anticipation as Hate Complex thrashes into their set. It’s a pulverizing start to the night—raw, relentless riffs lashing out at the crowd as if daring them to keep up. Bodies are already colliding in the pit, a swirling storm of elbows and kicks. There’s no warm-up, just pure, immediate chaos. Next, Pincer+ take the stage. Perth’s metalcore scene isn’t messing around, and these boys prove it with every note. They ride the momentum of their Hunting God Tapes, like they’ve got something to prove, and the crowd responds in kind—people cannonballing into one another, all limbs and frenzy. A…
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Plasma Chasms Release Psychedelic Debut Album ‘Chrysalis’ – Backseat Mafia
Indie-psychedelic duo Plasma Chasms has unleashed their much-anticipated debut album, Chrysalis, a 13-track odyssey that takes listeners on an interstellar journey through the emotional landscapes of love, connection, and the human experience. Combining the indie spirit of Australia with the laid-back, sun-soaked vibes of Southern California, Plasma Chasms have crafted an album that feels both timeless and futuristic, seamlessly blending vintage psychedelia with modern digital elements. The album’s lead single, ‘Already Waiting,’ encapsulates one of the core themes of Chrysalis—the tension between vulnerability and longing. In this track, the duo explores the universal experience of unrequited love and the paralyzing fear of expressing deep emotions. It’s a relatable portrayal of…
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Incineration Festival Announce A Headliner And Another Addition For The 2025 Edition – Backseat Mafia
Hailing from the depths of the Adirondack wilderness, BLACKBRAID will make a debut appearance in London in May, bringing a dark presence of raw, powerful black metal to the Electric Ballroom stage at Incineration Festival 2025. TRIPTYKON PERFORMING CELTIC FROST – 2025 UK EXCLUSIVE! We are beyond stoked to reveal that Triptykon will bring the infamous Celtic Frost show to Incineration Festival in 2025 as part of a UK exclusive, headline performance on the Roundhouse Stage. A message from Tom G Warrior: “Celtic Frost’s path would have been a very different – likely far more subdued – one if it hadn’t been for the lustrous support the band received from…
