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    Black Country, New Road return with the staggering new single ‘Besties’ – Backseat Mafia

    03/02/2025 / No Comments

    Black Country, New Road’s latest single, Besties, exudes a delightful sense of whimsy, characterised by their typically eclectic instrumentation. The track seems like ‘baroque indie’ (if such a thing exists), featuring a melody that is both memorable and uplifting, leaving you with a smile on your face at every twist and turn contained within. Intricate layers of melody and counter-melody are skillfully woven together, with stabs and streams of saxophone, slivers of harpsichord, and harmony-laden backing vocals coalescing into a cohesive and frankly brilliant invitation into their world. ‘Besties’is the lead single from their forthcoming album, Forever Howlong, set to be released on April 4th via the ever brilliant Ninja…

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    Big Yard returns with their euphoric brand of modernised country blues rock in new single ‘Melody’  – Backseat Mafia

    11/07/2024 / No Comments

    Big Yard are looking likely to be one of the most exciting US bands to come to the fore this year, with a sound that feels refreshingly nostalgic yet speaks to the modern-day listener. We exclusively premiere their retro-modern masterpiece ‘Melody’ today at Backseat Mafia. Fronted by singer-songwriter Darryl Scotti, whose illustrious career includes work with notable artists and bands, Big Yard is a powerhouse of talent. The band features producers Alex Chacon, Aaron Howard, and Larry Antonino, along with the legendary Pablo Cruise. Together, they founded Big Yard and their record label, Big Yard Nation, in 2022. Now, ‘Melody’ takes their sound to new heights. This roots blues-rock track…

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    Country Sensation Tyler Childers Sets Sights on Australia – Tour Dates Revealed – Backseat Mafia

    08/07/2024 / No Comments

    Tyler Childers will bring his eagerly awaited live show to Australia and New Zealand early in 2025. According to Associated Press, Childers is “one of country music’s most compelling and unpredictable artists.” He released his acclaimed new album, ‘Rustin’ In The Rain,’ late last year via Hickman Holler Records/RCA Records, which includes the GRAMMY and ACM-nominated single, ‘In Your Love.’ Childers’ music, is steeped in the rich traditions of his Kentucky homeland, and resonates with a rare authenticity. Childers’ lyrics, often painted with the struggles and triumphs of the working class, hit like a punch to the gut. ‘In Your Love’ has garnered over 10 million video views to date,…

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    David & Goliat Release Country Tinged New Single ‘Nothing Comes From Nothing’ – Backseat Mafia

    27/04/2024 / No Comments

    Swedish indie-pop-rock band David & Goliat break the mould with their latest single, ‘Nothing Comes From Nothing’. Released under the newly formed band, the single is a vibrant fusion of pop, rock, and country elements, delivering a self-assured driving anthem that dives deep into societal issues and the pursuit of victory. Comparable to Dire Straits, the single is at once fresh and vibrant and also warming and nostalgic. Led by Swedish singer-songwriter David Billström, David & Goliat was initially a solo project that has now expanded into a full-fledged band, featuring supporting musicians from ‘The Tallest Man on Earth’. In their own words, David & Goliat explain: “Our latest single…

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    Black Country, New Road at the Sydney Opera House 07.03.2024 – Backseat Mafia

    07/03/2024 / No Comments

    Black Country, New Road carved their niche straight out of London’s vibrant Windmill scene. 2019 marked the arrival of the band, as they captivated audiences with their singles ‘Athens, France’ and ‘Sunglasses.’ Their debut album, ‘For the First Time’ (2021), climbed to the top five in the UK charts and snagged a nomination for the Mercury Music Prize. The band’s follow-up, ‘Ants from Up There,’ was hailed as one of the best albums of 2022. The band initially consisted of Tyler Hyde (vocals, bass), Lewis Evans (vocals, flute, saxophone), Georgia Ellery (violin, backing vocals), May Kershaw (vocals, keys), Charlie Wayne (drums, backing vocals) and Isaac Wood (guitar, lead vocals.) Following…

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