Obscure Sound — Eleri Ward showcases a captivating pop appeal on “Venusian Light,” where her multi-instrumental abilities and songwriting talents are on full display. Synths, electric guitar, banjo, and electro-minded rhythms complement Ward’s riveting vocal p... more info

Stereogum — Last week, the UK government proposed a new policy that would allow tech companies to use copyrighted works to train their artificial intelligence algorithms. Under the proposal, artists and companies could opt out of having their material used fo... more info

Obscure Sound — A memorable single out today from NYC-based artist Eleri Ward, “Float” melds a dreamy pop allure within themes of vulnerability — specifically, surrendering oneself and trusting in another. “What if I just feel into the pool?” Ward’s melo... more info

Obscure Sound — Commanding with a memorable rock sound, Chasing The Dragon is a recent EP from the band Shaven Primates — based in Oxford, England. The EP’s primary theme revolves around desire, attaining a relatable engrossment following previous albums Birds A... more info

Stereogum — Beloved art-pop recluse Kate Bush isn’t the type to make public appearances these days, but she does share occasional messages to the world on her website. When she was inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame last year, Kate Bush didn’t a... more info

Stereogum — This year, Halsey was busy with the cinematic rollout of her new album The Great Impersonator . The alt-pop star built the anticipation by impersonating Kate Bush, PJ Harvey, and other iconic artists who’ve inspired her, and she also sent her f... more info

Obscure Sound — “Paradise” is the memorable new single from London-based artist Ripsime, stirring in its electronic-touched soundscape and post-punk rhythmic inclinations. Ripsime’s vocals flow lushly alongside, melding with the instrumentation for an ’80s n... more info

Stereogum — The Kate Bush resurgence of 2022 is well behind us now, but the Kate Bush resurgence of 2024-2025 could be upon us. Bush has a new music video for an old song out today, and she’s talking about a pressing desire to record new music. more info

Magnet Magazine — 35 years ago today, Kate Bush released The Sensual World. Just one kiss, then another. Read our live review of her second of 22 dates in 2014 as part of the Before The Dawn residency, her first series of live shows in 35 years: The post Kate Bush Rel... more info

Stereogum — Last month, Halsey officially announced her new album The Great Impersonator after releasing the singles “The End,” “Lucky,” and “Lonely Is The Muse.” Afterward, she released “Ego,” and now she’s back with “I Never Loved You.�... more info