by Eliana Fermi Perimenopop is Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s most self-possessed dance record in years. The twelve hi-gloss and unabashedly ’80s-coded ‘ tracks are carried by a voice that knows exactly how to cut through shimmer. What’s striking is the hooks and how live drums, orchestral strings, and muscular bass parts keep the record feeling human inside … Read more
by Eliana Fermi From supporting Lewis Capaldi on tour to amassing millions of TikTok views before her debut single even dropped, Elle Coves has stepped into the pop landscape with unusual confidence for a 19-year-old still in the early stages of her career. Born in Germany, raised in Ireland, and now releasing music under Outlier … Read more
by Eliana Fermi Khalid leans into the rhythm in “In Plain Sight.” There’s an undeniable ease in his delivery, a conversational warmth in his performance. His tone carries that signature velvety sound, though his vocals are processed heavily, one can still hear his natural tone peeking through. The wall of effects most vocalist hide behind … Read more
by Eliana Fermi From the first vocal chime, Dean Lewis’ sweet voice intertwines with airy synth pads and acoustic guitar to create an atmospheric opening that sets a reflective tone for his single “Truth.” Lewis is known for his soul-baring balladry, which unfolds slowly into emotional intensity, and “Truth” continues this trajectory. His phrasing pulls … Read more
by Eliana Fermi When Lucius returned to the studio, just the four of them, something rare and resonant happened. Their self-titled and self-recorded fourth studio album, released May 2, 2025, is a document of transitions, of tenderness, of lives being built even as others fade away. “We got dogs,” they write, “you can hear them … Read more
by Eliana Fermi Lady Gaga’s latest album, Mayhem, released on March 7, 2025, showcases her return to experimental pop, blending various genres and themes. “Disease” reflects the dance-pop, EDM, and industrial focus of the album. Gaga’s vocals convey an obsessive desire to heal a lover with her raw and powerful delivery. “Abracadabra” is adorned with … Read more
by Eliana Fermi Rebecca Black has carved out a striking pop persona; SALVATION is her boldest step yet. A sleek, seven-track EP bursting with club-ready beats and fearless self-expression, it cements her reinvention as a legitimate pop artist. Critics and fans alike have embraced the project, praising its daring production, high replay value, and unapologetic themes … Read more
by Eliana Fermi Victoria Canal’s Slowly, It Dawns is an ambitious debut that artfully navigates the spectrum between effervescent pop and introspective balladry. The record’s production is its most immediately engaging asset, opening with the breezy allure of “June Baby” and escalating into the sultry, Latin-inspired vibes of “California Sober.” These early moments set a … Read more
by Eliana Fermi “Cigarette” by rising folk/Americana/pop artist Cloe Wilder captures the tumultuous feeling of standing on the brink of adulthood while still clinging to adolescent joys. Its mellow chord progression—centered around warm, strummed guitar lines in G, Am, and C—sets an intimate tone before building into a more expansive chorus. Lyrically, Wilder balances vulnerability with … Read more
Kylie Minogue, Tension II Review by Eliana Fermi Kylie Minogue has been a shining star since her early days as a soap star turned pop princess to her reign as a global dance-floor sensation; Minogue has continually proven her star power ability to adapt, innovate, and captivate. With Tension II, the sequel to her critically … Read more