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Jun 8, 2026Their discography is still remarkably consistent, but Roses might be the point where Widowspeak becomes a classic band instead of one inspired by them.
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MojoJun 8, 2026Shows their gift for romanticising the darkest corners of daily life. [Jul 2026, p.93]
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Jun 8, 2026This combination of hushed melodies and harshness should clash, but instead balances in a push-and-pull harmony.
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Jun 9, 2026Hamilton 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.
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Jun 9, 2026On Roses, we get something sweet and almost entirely satisfying.
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Jun 8, 2026With 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.