Caroline Rose is a musical chameleon. New album The Art of Forgetting showcases Rose’s ability to seamlessly shift from album to album, like a snake shedding its skin. As an artist, Rose is unapologetically their self, unafraid to explore themes of self-discovery and societal expectations.

Deathcrash have created a lasting emotive landscape. Still air intertwines with the instruments, creating much more than the sum of their parts. The album casts the listener deep into the floor. In this case ‘Less’ is certainly more.

With his past controversies behind him and an album that demonstrates a lot of time working on himself, he is an example for men in music who often take the opposite route of sincerity and openness in regards to controversy. Bringing in his new sense of self on this latest record, he proves that betterment doesn’t have to sound boring and straight line.

Strays is a stunning collection of songs that showcases her musical range and lyrical depth. From the sweeping country ballads to the fractured indie rock anthems, this album is a powerful statement from an artist at the top of her game.