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Drake reaffirmed his appreciation for goth girls after his 20v1 appearance on Stake’s ninth-anniversary stream, pointing to Pinkchyu—the goth contestant who won—as part of his ongoing vibe and posting “This sh*t not new.” Despite backlash over the broadcast, he framed the moment as lighthearted fun and indicated he’ll continue streaming on Kick.
Sandra Bullock shared an emotional post that features her two rarely seen children in a goth-inspired throwback photo, giving fans a rare glimpse into her family life and celebrating the bond between mother and kids.
Slate culture critic Carl Wilson argues Olivia Rodrigo’s You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love leans into goth-tinged Cure influence, with Robert Smith guesting on the track “What’s Wrong With Me” and nods to the Cure throughout, while still channeling Swift’s confessional pop energy; the 51-minute album weaves moodier songwriting with Rodrigo’s edge, creating a dialogue between Cure’s goth era and Swift’s modern pop sensibility.
Charli XCX’s companion album for Emerald Fennell’s Wuthering Heights moves from her dance-pop roots to a moody, Gothic-inflected LP that blends Brontë mood with Eighties pop and industrial textures into a fully realized, tradition-minded work.
The inaugural Darker Waves festival in Huntington Beach, California showcased the thriving post-punk and goth music scene in sunny Southern California. The festival featured iconic bands like New Order, Echo and the Bunnymen, and Soft Cell, as well as newer acts such as Cold Cave and Drab Majesty. With its rich history of supporting alternative music and events like Bats Day and Cruel World, Southern California has solidified its position as the goth capital of the United States. The festival attracted thousands of fans dressed in gothic attire, and despite some setlist disappointments, the event was a success and plans are already underway for Darker Waves 2024.
Lol Tolhurst, founding member of The Cure, discusses the enduring nature of goth as a lens through which to see the world, rather than just a fashion or music genre. In his new book, "Goth: A History," Tolhurst explores the inclusive philosophy of goth and its fascination with darkness and death. He pays homage to influential figures like Siouxsie Sioux and highlights the impact of goth music on misfits and marginalized communities. Tolhurst also reflects on The Cure's own connection to goth and the band's ability to find solace and salvation in their music. He believes goth is still relevant today and will continue to self-regenerate in response to crises.