Perth based Indie Folk songsmith Ben Lunt has just released his liberating new single ‘Somersault’, which premiered exclusively via Backseat Mafia. 

“I remember playing in my usual rehearsal space late on a winter weeknight, feeling it was a pivotal moment in my life around the time I wrote this song. Tossing up whether to chase my dream of music or progress on with an unrelated professional career, paired with a longing to go back up north of Western Australia to escape the Perth winter with mates.”

He has also announced that he will be performing at the 2025 Nannup Music Festival alongside an absolutely stacked line-up.

Ben Lunt debuted in 2020 with the release of his single called ‘Ladybug’. He has since released multiple singles including ‘West Coast’,‘Just Like That’, ‘Seagull’, ‘Morning’ and ‘Moments’. Having built an incredibly strong catalogue of releases, Ben Lunt has spent his musical career travelling far and wide whilst capturing hearts and minds.

The young troubadour recently teamed up with legendary Sydney based producer
Tim McArtney (Hockey Dad, Adam Newling, Angus & Julia Stone) to record a slew of new singles for release this year.

New single ‘Somersault’ is available on all major online stores and streaming services.

ERV ELLO is an American artist known for blending genres like country, pop, and R&B to create emotionally charged music. His latest single, “Flight to Heaven,” a collaboration with producer Lexnour, is a deeply personal tribute to a lost loved one. The song reflects his grief, regret over missed moments, and unanswered questions while ultimately seeking peace in the idea of his loved one smiling on a “Flight to Heaven.”

With heartfelt lyrics and a stirring melody, “Flight to Heaven” showcases ERV ELLO’s ability to channel raw emotions into his music, creating a universal anthem for anyone navigating loss.

“Daddy’s Girl,” the latest single from Montreal-based artists Dayside & Guffchild, combines smooth pop-inspired melodies, yacht rock production, and fellow Montreal-based hip hop artist Mosez Jones‘ rhythmic rapping. Its sound is vibrant and groovy, yet beneath the upbeat and funky surface lies a dark, introspective narrative that polarizes the listener.

The song seamlessly blends elements of alternative R&B with rich instrumentation and layered production, a hallmark of the duo’s genre-bending style. “Daddy’s Girl” highlights the duo’s ability to craft tracks that are simultaneously catchy, introspective, and timeless, creating a fresh sound for alternative R&B lovers.

Behind the name and the music is Canadian folk singer-songwriter Shane Pendergast, a Maritime storyteller known for his heartfelt songs rooted in community and tradition. His new album, Winter Grace, delves into themes of loss and resilience, with its reflective focus track “Candle on the Sill” offering a poignant glimpse into the album’s emotional core.

Inspired by the tradition of leaving a candle on the windowsill as a beacon of safety, “Candle on the Sill” takes on an intensely personal meaning. Shane reflects on the loved ones he has lost, imagining leaving a candle in the hope that they might return, even knowing the impossibility of that hope.

Recorded live with pianist Aaron Comeau, a member of the Skyddigers, the track achieves an intimacy that captures its essence. Shane credits the album’s engineer, Adam Gallant, for crafting the perfect mood in the studio, even setting a candle nearby to create the right atmosphere.

I like to reference old folk traditions and sayings in my songwriting. In this song, I use the expression “the last hurrah” to convey the idea of celebrating life’s fleeting moments instead of succumbing to sadness. The last verse especially resonates deeply for me as it recalls a bittersweet night spent with my grandmother, near the end of her life. – Shane Pendergast

Winter Grace represents Shane’s most personal work to date. Born from a relaxed and deeply thoughtful studio experience, the album reflects Shane’s growing confidence as a songwriter and his embrace of personal storytelling. Every song carries a theme of grace – the ability to move through darkness and chaos while finding peace.

The title track of Thomas Thomas’ new release, “One Lone Candle,” is a slow burn love song that highlights a steady, enduring romance. A mo-town meets garage-pop anthem, the song is a departure from the typical fiery, short-lived love songs, instead reflecting a love that glows steadily over time. With urgent guitars, sparkly girl-gang backing vocals that call to mind The Supremes, and a throwback production style, “One Lone Candle” is a love song meant to soar.

This was the band’s first time working with producer Graham Lessard (Stars, The Barr Brothers), and they pushed themselves to evolve their sound beyond their familiar garage roots, stepping into a more modern pop production while preserving the nostalgic, throwback feel that has been central to their music. The title of the song is inspired by the inextinguishable candle on a birthday cake and the girlfriend that teases you with her steadiness.

Back Seat Driver’s new single, “The Mountain,” is a soulful anthem about facing life’s challenges with courage and self-belief. Formed in 2023, Back Seat Driver is the collective effort of Sam (keys), Gil (bass), Harland (drums), and Dara (vocals), blending neo-soul grooves with roots-inspired storytelling. “The Mountain” takes listeners on a journey of resilience, culminating in an empowering musical crescendo.

The track was born from an older version with a gospel vibe, transformed during a jam session into a groove-driven song layered with soulful elements. Stripped-down but dynamic, the recording showcases the band’s tight chemistry and their commitment to organic musical growth.