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  • Summary: The latest full-length release from New York duo Widowspeak was recorded in Hydra, Greece.
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  1. Positive: 6 out of 6
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  1. Jun 8, 2026
    90
    Their discography is still remarkably consistent, but Roses might be the point where Widowspeak becomes a classic band instead of one inspired by them.
  2. Jun 8, 2026
    80
    This combination of hushed melodies and harshness should clash, but instead balances in a push-and-pull harmony.
  3. Mojo
    Jun 8, 2026
    80
    Shows their gift for romanticising the darkest corners of daily life. [Jul 2026, p.93]
  4. Jun 9, 2026
    75
    Hamilton and her husband Thomas are pros at this kind of Mazzy Star-esque atmospheric dream-pop, and these songs are the triumphant result of years doing careful genre study, if nothing particularly new for the band.
  5. Jun 8, 2026
    70
    With Roses, Widowspeak further hone their songcraft while again offering entrancing soundscapes. Additionally, they flesh out their Americana proclivities. In terms of melody, atmosphere, instrumentation, and vocals, Roses represents some of the band’s most moving work.
  6. Jun 9, 2026
    70
    On Roses, we get something sweet and almost entirely satisfying.