The 5 Best Songs Of The Week
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.
In short
- Helen tops Stereogum’s five best new songs.
- The selection ranges from folk to experimental rock.
- DIIV and This Is Lorelei provide standout atmospheric tracks.
Explained simply
Stereogum is a music publication that regularly picks out new releases for readers to explore. Its weekly song selection brings together tracks from different artists and styles, rather than ranking songs by sales or chart position.
The artists here include established acts such as DIIV and newer or less widely known musicians and bands, including Helen, This Is Lorelei, The Drin and Hana Stretton. The range runs from hazy folk and dream-pop to rough-edged rock and bright guitar pop.
These selections offer a snapshot of varied approaches to guitar-based and atmospheric music. They may also help readers discover artists they have not heard before.
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