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Side-Swept Bangs Haircut Trend Is Coming Back
Side bangs are seemingly having a moment, and Kylie Jenner just made the case for their comeback. On Sep. 28, Jenner posted a photo to Instagram wearing her hair slicked back in a bun with a deep side part and a soft swoop of bangs framing her face. The style instantly sparked a wave of “Baddie Kylie is back” comments, reminding us of a time when the side bang was the ultimate cool-girl cut. Like many people my age, I had side bangs for quite a few years back in middle school. I remember the day I got them like it was yesterday: upon arriving home from the hair salon…
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Royel Otis are ‘Coming Home’, Treating Fans to One-Off Eora/Sydney Show Ahead of Festival Season – Backseat Mafia
Earlier this year, Royel Otis were riding the high of their sold-out Liberty Hall show, basking in the glow of their debut album Pratts & Pain. That night in February, with 1,200 fans packed into the intimate Eora/Sydney venue, felt like a breakthrough, proof that the duo’s jangly guitars, breezy hooks, and wholesome charm had struck a chord. Royel Otis playing Liberty Hall 2024 (Image credit: Jessamy Hutton) Fast forward to now, and that Liberty Hall show feels like a modest starting line. Royel Otis didn’t just take off this year; they skyrocketed. From going viral with their cheeky Like A Version cover of Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s ‘Murder on the Dancefloor’,…
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A Bath & Body Works x “Emily in Paris” Collection Is Coming
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 still not quite over the most recent season of “Emily in Paris” (and trust us, we get it), the latest collection from Bath & Body Works is sure to spark your interest. The brand’s newest collaboration, Bath & Body Works x “Emily in Paris,” is a dream partnership that will have you hitting the “add to cart” button over and over. The collaboration features more than 50 products, including body care, lipsticks, candles, hand…
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ColourPop x Bratz Makeup Collection Is Coming: Shop Here
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. What do “Twilight,” “Stranger Things,” and “Pokemon” all have in common? Besides the fact that we were completely obsessed with each of the franchises at one point in time, they’re also a few of the lucky brands who have collaborated with ColourPop to create some pretty exciting makeup collections. As any beauty lover knows, ColourPop’s collabs are always swoon-worthy, and their latest is no exception: ColourPop x Bratz. There’s no better way to put the cap…
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WIM Unveils His Third Single ‘Magic’ Plus He’ll Be Coming to Australia for SXSW Sydney 2024 – Backseat Mafia
In ‘Magic,’ the third single from WIM, formerly known as Karn Kasidej of HYBS, we witness a fresh chapter unfold in his solo journey. This track, a precursor to his eagerly awaited LP, dives headfirst into the surprising emotions and fleeting moments that love can stir up. WIM’s knack for capturing the spontaneous spark of creativity is on full display on ‘Magic,’ merging smooth R&B grooves with soulful melodies and rich, layered instrumentation. It’s a track crafted to wrap listeners in a warm, romantic cocoon, a soundscape that’s as inviting as it is immersive. WIM, when known as Karn of HYBS, carved out a space with his laid-back, yet emotionally…
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Epic Mayhem Alert! Ocean Grove’s ‘My Disaster’ Tour is Coming to Australia! – Backseat Mafia
Ocean Grove have announced a headline tour of Australia in support of their new single, ‘My Disaster’ joining them will be special guests Paledusk (JPN) and Inertia. Kicking off in Brisbane on Friday 4 October at The Triffid, the tour will then head to Sydney’s Manning Bar on Saturday 5 October before wrapping up on Sunday 6 October at the Prince Bandroom in Melbourne. Building on the momentum of their 2024 single ‘Fly Away,’ Ocean Grove’s latest release, ‘My Disaster,’ oscillates between the intense energy of nu-metal and the melancholic undertones of down-tuned melodies. Since the release of their debut album ‘The Rhapsody Tapes’ in 2017, which debuted at #5…
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’90s Fabric Headband Trend Is Coming Back
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 ’90s and early aughts were all about accessories. From stretch chokers to butterfly clips, slap bracelets, and rhinestone tattoos, an outfit was nothing without a little pizazz. Hair accessories were particularly hot at the time and, since then, many have made a triumphant return, like claw clips and our new personal favorite: stretchy fabric headbands. Back when we were throwing on a cotton headband before running out the door to catch the bus, we never…
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Coming up for Air – Live at the Sydney Opera House 25.05.2024 – Backseat Mafia
Twenty-five years ago, two young French visionaries embarked on a sonic voyage, emerging with a romantic masterpiece that would leave an indelible mark on the pop landscape. With ‘Moon Safari,’ Air blended lush electronics, swooning melodies, and an irresistible European retro-futurism, crafting an album that feels like a universe unto itself. Nicolas Godin and Jean-Benoit Dunckel are performing the entire album live on stage for the first time in Australia, over two nights at the Sydney Opera House as part of Vivid Live. This iconic venue serves as the perfect backdrop for the lush, romantic soundscapes and dreamy retro-futurism that define ‘Moon Safari.’ “I was raised to be an architect.…
