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Gala Gold Hair Color Is the Hottest New Shade of Blond
New hair trends make waves every year, but only a select few leave a lasting impression. So far in 2025, the hair world has buzzed with bold, head-turning hues like the sleek shine of glossy black and the fiery pop of cherry red. Now, a fresh contender is taking the spotlight: the “gala gold” hair-color trend. The buttery, sunlit tones of gala gold create a timeless elegance that adds vibrancy to your look. With its multidimensional glow and universally flattering warmth, Gala gold is poised to be the most sought-after shade of the year. If you’ve spent years asking for ash tones, it might even redefine the way you think…
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Joanne Shaw Taylor Announces New Album ‘Black & Gold’, Featuring New Single ‘Grayer Shade Of Blue’ – Backseat Mafia
British blues-rock sensation Joanne Shaw Taylor has announced the upcoming release of her highly anticipated 10th studio album, ‘Black & Gold’, arriving June 6th via Joe Bonamassa’s Journeyman Records. Reuniting with iconic producer Kevin Shirley (Iron Maiden, Journey, Joe Bonamassa), the album showcases Taylor’s bold creativity, blending blues-rock with influences from Americana, indie rock, and retro ‘80s pop. ‘Black & Gold’ offers a captivating mix of heart-wrenching ballads and hard-hitting rock tracks that redefine the boundaries of blues music. Joanne shares about her latest single ‘Grayer Shade Of Blue’, “This story is a personal one to me. Since this is my 10th studio album and I’m going into a fresh decade’s worth of recording, I decided I wanted to use…
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Bob Mould mines indie rock gold with new single “Here We Go Crazy” – Backseat Mafia
Bob Mould’s new single, “Here We Go Crazy”, couldn’t belong to anyone else. It’s classic Mould—this brooding simmering angst, swathes of guitar noise, and a driving pulse, but like the best of his work with Hüsker Dü and Sugar, it’s all wrapped up in a bittersweet pop pill. The immediate chorus, sugared with backing vocals nods to the widescreen, melodic sound of Copper Blue, but the underlying tension feels as urgent as ever. The accompanying video, shot in the dramatic expanse of the Southern Californian desert, mirrors the song’s energy—raw, sweeping, and untamed. A perfect taster for his forthcoming album of the same name, releasing March 7th via BMG/Granary Music,…
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Joanne Shaw Taylor Unveils New Single ‘Black & Gold’, A Bold Reimagining of Sam Sparro’s Iconic Hit – Backseat Mafia
Acclaimed blues-rock guitarist and singer-songwriter Joanne Shaw Taylor has just released her latest single, ‘Black & Gold’. Produced by Kevin Shirley (The Black Crowes, Aerosmith) this soulful, blues-gospel rendition breathes new life into Sam Sparro’s 2008 Grammy nominated hit. “I always loved the desperation of the lyrics and thought it could make a great Blues/Gospel song if performed differently,” Joanne shares. “I played my version to Kevin Shirley in the studio, and fortunately, he heard the same thing I did.” The track follows on from previous single ‘Hold of My Heart‘ featuring Sav Madigan, Which marked the start of a series of singles to be released since the acclaimed album ‘Heavy Soul‘, which debuted at…
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Addley Blends Indie & Synth-Pop On ‘Blue And Gold’ – Backseat Mafia
Liverpool’s emerging solo artist Addley returns with the radiant new single ‘Blue and Gold’, a striking and infectious preview of his debut EP We Can Talk For Hours (due October 11th). Produced by Ben Harper (who’s worked with The Mysterines and The Sherlocks), ‘Blue and Gold’ blends pulsating guitar riffs, shimmering synths, and driving drums, creating a soundscape that feels both expansive and intimate. The song radiates a breezy pop feel, yet its indie edge and heartfelt vocals give it a weighty emotional undertone. Thematically, the track perfectly encapsulates the magnetic allure of a forbidden romance, a theme that Addley explores with both depth and vulnerability. Addley’s lyrical honesty stands…
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Wunderhorse strike gold with ‘Silver’ – Backseat Mafia
Wunderhorse have unveiled ‘Silver,’ the third single from their upcoming album ‘Midas,’ set to drop on August 30th via Communion. “The song is about that ugly side of yourself that you try to keep a secret, but you know it’s there because it makes your skin crawl sometimes. It gets you places but fucks you up in the process. Everyone has elements of their makeup that they’d rather not admit to or keep locked away and never look at. That’s what ‘Silver’ is about. Kind of.” Jacob Slater Recorded at Minnesota’s iconic Pachyderm Studio—the birthplace of Nirvana’s ‘In Utero’ and PJ Harvey’s ‘Rid Of Me’—Wunderhorse’s upcoming album, ‘Midas,’ emerges with…
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‘Stay Gold’ – Restless Leg unveil another sprightly powered pop single and announce album and tour. – Backseat Mafia
The new single ‘Stay Gold’ from Restless Leg is as hyperactive as their name – a track that skips and hops with a sprightly bounce, a sonic game of rough and tumble that spills out of the speakers and shimmers and shakes. Horns grace the edges and a low-fi rumble is emitted with a Jonathan Richman delivery, a Velvet Underground rawness and a sixties splash augmented by delightfully expressed lyrics: The precious metal setCopper, silver and the rest are alrightBut if I’m pressedI cannot thinkof a single quality that outshinesoh you are blessed Singer Ben Chanie says of the track: This is about, perhaps the misplaced hope, that the qualities…
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Ezra Collective Strike Gold Again with joyous new single, “Ajala” – Backseat Mafia
Prepare to be transported on a joyous journey through Afro jazz/funk with Ezra Collective’s latest single, “Ajala,” out now on Partisan Records. The dynamic London quintet, fresh off their 2023 Mercury Music Prize win, are back with a slice of that perfectly captures their infectious live energy. With “Ajala,” Ezra Collective gives us a taste of their electrifying stage presence, the live interaction with an audience showing the personality and humour of the group. The track effortlessly blends Afrobeats and Highlife with their signature jazz flair, paying homage to the nomadic spirit of Olabisi Ajala, the legendary Ghanaian-Nigerian adventurer who famously toured the world on his scooter. The bands Femi…
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Willie J Healey strikes gold with new single, The Apple – Backseat Mafia
Willie J Healey’s latest single, “The Apple,” is a delightful continuation of his musical journey, following the success of his acclaimed album “Bunny.” The track effortlessly blends elements of ’70s funk and vintage soul into the mix, whilst tipping his hat towards influences such as Neil Young and Elvis Costello, resulting in a warm and engaging indie rock sound, with just that hint of folk about it. Lyrically, “The Apple” reflects Healey’s positive outlook on life, celebrating his current circumstances – fatherhood and growing up, while also showcasing his self-deprecating humour. The harmony-laden chorus, annd little unexpected musical side-steps add a lovely touch to the song, driven by an infectious…
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Rowan Smith unveils songs ‘in the key of kintsugi’ – an assemblage of exquisite sonic treasures framed in gold. – Backseat Mafia
Rowan Smith is songwriter and founding member of Melbourne bands Macguffins and Barefoot as well as writing a series of solo albums. The MacGuffins played between 1988 and 1992 before recently reforming and have links to the Underground Lovers with Philippa Nihill a member. Smith has just released a solo album entitled ‘in the key of kintsugi’ which collates over thirty years of songwriting into a gentle and immersive collection of jewels that collectively sparkle and shimmer in the firmament. Kintsugi, also known as kintsukuroi, is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery by mending the areas of breakage with urushi lacquer dusted or mixed with powdered gold, silver, or…
