Entertainment|March 20, 2026

Perspective: Grace Ives: Girlfriend review – bedroom-pop auteur goes widescreen for a gorgeous sobriety epic

Executive context: The New Yorker’s third album leaves behind her DIY origins to channel cult pop classics by Lorde and Sky Ferreira.

Editorial Staff·1 min read

Summary

Grace Ives transitions from DIY to a more polished sound.
The album showcases influences from pop icons.
It marks a significant evolution in her music career.

Key Facts

Fact	Value
Artist	Grace Ives
Album	Girlfriend
Release Date	March 20, 2026
Label	True Panther/Capitol

Sources

Guardian Music: https://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/mar/20/grace-ives-girlfriend-review-bedroom-pop-auteur-goes-widescreen-for-a-gorgeous-sobriety-epic