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The Lambrini Girls – Who Let The Dogs Out; much anticipated debut lives up to the hype and makes early play for album of the year – Backseat Mafia
The Breakdown 4.7 9.3 Much was expected from Brighton duo Lambrini Girls debut record, and it fulfills those and more with sharp edged riffs, insistent drums, and tales of modern life that are keenly observed. “Who Let the Dogs Out”, the debut album from Lambrini Girls has landed, and it’s everything fans could have hoped for—ferocious, unapologetic, and full of life. The Brighton duo, comprised of Phoebe Lunny and Lily Macieira, has long been celebrated for their unfiltered approach to music and performance, and this record captures their spirit perfectly. With its raw energy and in-your-face attitude, it’s a punk record that grabs you by the collar and doesn’t let…
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Norway’s Mayflower Madame release ‘Insight’, Third hotly anticipated LP – Backseat Mafia
Norwegian band Mayflower Madame released their third LP Insighton 1st November 2024. The lead singles, ‘A Foretold Ecstasy’, ‘Paint It All in Blue’ and ‘Never Sever’ have garnered widespread acclaim and extensive radio support, including airtime on BBC 6 Music. These tracks offer just a glimpse of what the album delivers — an expansive canvas of pulsating post-punk, shimmering shoegaze, and atmospheric psych-noir, carefully blended with delicate sonic nuances. Mixed and mastered by Maurizio Baggio (known for his work with The Soft Moon, Boy Harsher, and The Vacant Lots), Insight showcases the band refining their sound into a sharper and more expansive sonic landscape than ever before. This album sees…
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Ebony Buckle Returns with Highly Anticipated Album ‘Hearts Get Started’ – Backseat Mafia
Ebony Buckle is back, making waves once again with the release of her anticipated new album Hearts Get Started. The new album follows her critically acclaimed 2021 release Disco Lasers and marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Buckle. After teasing fans with a series of singles throughout the summer, this ten-track project sees the London-based, Australian-born artist at her most ambitious and adventurous yet. Hearts Get Started is a sonic journey that highlights Buckle’s vast, genre-spanning influences. From the haunting and theatrical opening track, ‘Fall Behind’, to gently experimental alt-pop sweller ‘I Think I Just Saved My Own Life’, to piano ballads, moment of folk inspired writing and elegant blues rock…
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Sungaze Release Anticipated New Self-Titled Album – Backseat Mafia
Shoegaze and grunge risers Sungaze release their anticipated self-titled third album. Cavernous reverbs, fuzzy guitar tones and melancholic melodies make for an album which harks back to classic shoe-gaze whilst holding a current in-fitting flare among the 90s resurgence. The album kicks off with the ethereal opener ‘Time Is On The Wind’ and culminates in the reflective ‘World Won’t Wait,’ offering listeners a diverse musical journey. Split evenly between heavier, grunge-influenced tracks and lighter, dreamy melodies, Sungaze showcases the band’s impressive range. From its intense, abrasive walls of sound to its most delicate acoustic moments, the album reveals the band’s willingness to challenge musical conventions and embrace emotional vulnerability. “We like to…
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Rising Neo-Soul Artist TAMMIE Unveils Hotly Anticipated Debut EP ‘METAMORPHOSIS’ – Backseat Mafia
Rising neo-soul newcomer TAMMIE, releases her anticipated debut EP METAMORPHOSIS, a five-track collection that marks a significant step in her artistic journey. Following a wave of support across national radio and press, the EP showcases some brilliant artistry through both it’s radiant arrangements and silky smooth vocals. The EP reflects Tammie’s personal and artistic evolution, tracing her path from a budding singer-songwriter to a fully realized artist with a clear vision. Describing the project as “my life’s anecdote,” Tammie explains that each track explores a chapter of her life, shaped by a powerful sense of purpose and spiritual awakening. From the gentle, atmospheric piano led ‘Beautiful Day’, to swelling guitar…
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Angham Releases Anticipated New Album ‘تيجي نسيب (Let’s Break Up)’ – Backseat Mafia
Angham, one of Egypt’s most iconic singers, has once again captivated her fans with the release of her highly anticipated new album, تيجي نسيب (Let’s Break Up). With a career spanning over three decades, Angham has become known for her powerful voice and emotional depth, blending traditional Egyptian music with contemporary sounds. The new album is a testament to her evolution as an artist, offering a rich musical journey filled with themes of love, hope, and resilience. Each track on تيجي نسيب showcases Angham’s dedication to her craft, featuring collaborations with top composers and lyricists from both the Arabic and international music scenes. The album’s mix of modern production techniques…
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Mannequin Pussy Announce Highly Anticipated Australian Tour! – Backseat Mafia
Furious, raw, and unapologetically alive: Philadelphia’s Mannequin Pussy are the kind of band that doesn’t just perform—they rupture the stage. In a move that feels long overdue, the indie punk firebrands have announced that they’ll be bringing their searing energy to Australia for the first time this December on the ‘I Got Heaven Tour.’ The punk quartet, (Marisa “Missy” Dabice (vocals, guitar), Kaleen Reading (drums), Colins “Bear” Regisford (bass, vocals) and Maxine Steen (guitar)) has rapidly become one of the most electrifying forces in the indie music scene. Known for their blistering energy, raw emotion, and fierce authenticity, the band has built a loyal following with their unapologetically powerful sound…
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The Weeknd Announces Highly Anticipated Australian Tour! – Backseat Mafia
Diamond-certified and award-winning artist The Weeknd has officially announced the 2024 Australian dates for his record-breaking After Hours Til Dawn Tour, following its success in 2022/2023. the newly added Australian leg of the tour is set to commence on Saturday, October 5, in Melbourne with consecutive shows, before moving on to Sydney for performances on October 22 and 23 at Accor Stadium. These dates will mark The Weeknd’s debut stadium performances in Australia and his first visit to the region since 2017. “I feel a strong pull to perform in Australia before moving on to the next chapter and want to make sure you all know I hadn’t forgotten about…
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Fin Greenall Provides A Track By Track Of Finks Highly Anticipated New Album ‘Beauty In Your Wake’ Which Is Out Now – Backseat Mafia
From the wilds of intercontinental DJ-sets as a Ninja Tune original to nurturing the songwriting gifts of Amy Winehouse and on to becoming a teacher, producer, partner and father, Fin Greenall’s exploration of life and music brings he and FINK to a place of grounded self-assurance on the band’s new album, Beauty In Your Wake. As their eighth studio album is given to an international base of fans, buoyed by a new sense of kinship and creativity at the heart of FINK’s original, three-musician line-up, Greenall offers a walk-through, track-by-track of the intimate, introspective and unrushed collection of ten, stripped-back songs. Together with bandmates, Tim Thornton (drums/guitar) and Guy Whittaker (bass), Greenall arrived back on England’s scenic South West coast from his Berlin home…
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Amonte Noble Unveils Highly Anticipated EP ‘River of Madness’ – Backseat Mafia
Amonte Noble, the enigmatic persona of Alexandre LaChance, known to many as St. Laurent from Modern Loss, has unveiled his much-anticipated EP, ‘River of Madness.’ This compelling collection of tracks showcases Amonte Noble’s unbridled creativity, weaving a rich tapestry of diverse influences and emotions that captivates the listener from the first note to the last. With over 30 years of experience as a multi-instrumentalist, particularly as a drummer, Amonte Noble eschews traditional constraints in favor of artistic freedom. His deep connection to the piano opens the gateway to a realm of boundless creativity, where each note becomes a brushstroke on the vast canvas of his sonic landscape. ‘River of Madness’…
