Stereogum’s weekly selection highlights five new tracks spanning ambient folk, lo-fi rock, dream-pop and jangly power-pop.

– Helen’s “Dead shark II” takes first place, praised for turning Liz Harris’s hazy sensibility into a powerful, bass-led guitar track.
– This Is Lorelei’s “Oh No Now My” is commended for its hooks, yearning vocals and emotionally charged finale.
– DIIV’s “The Fountain” is described as ominous and surreal, combining shimmering guitars, neon bass and proverb-like lyrics.
– Cincinnati band The Drin’s “Haven’t Lived It Yet” earns recognition for its raw but convincing classic-rock groove.
– Hana Stretton’s “From” closes the list with a tender ambient-folk ballad recorded as a storm approached her Australian beach town.