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Andy Bell signals new album with hazy cover “I’m in Love” – Backseat Mafia
Andy Bell’s cover of The Passions’ 1981 post-punk gem, I’m in Love with a German Film Star—retitled i’m in love…—is a lush reimagining that doesn’t stray far from the original but adds its own hypnotic texture. Featuring whispered, ethereal vocals from Dot Allison and layered guitars courtesy of Michael Rother (Neu!), the track envelops you in a haze of fuzz and echo. The guitars shift between chiming, spidery riffs and jagged, cutting edges, all wrapped in an otherworldly reverb. It’s a mesmerizing, nocturnal take that pays homage to its predecessor while carving out a space that feels quintessentially Bell: atmospheric, intricate, and ambitious. This single sets the tone for Bell’s…
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Susanna signals new album Meditations on Love, with lead single Everyone Knows – Backseat Mafia
Susanna’s upcoming album, “Meditations on Love,” promises to be a profound exploration of the intricacies of human relationships. Her lead single, “Everyone Knows,” sets the stage for this introspective journey, offering a refreshing departure from the typical narratives of love found in mainstream music. Rather than focusing solely on the euphoria of new love or the pain of heartbreak, Susanna delves into the nuanced territory in between. With haunting vocals and an experimental will in the same vein as Björk as well as an eclectic musical backdrop featuring chattering saxophone, tribal percussion, and warm bass clarinet drones, the song creates an immersive experience that captivates the listener. Susanna’s ambitious approach…
