Albums

• Research scientist Nigel Meredith of the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) has collaborated with professional artists to transform space weather data into music. • The project converts radio waves, used by the BAS to study the links between outer space and Earth’s climate, into melodic and "weird" sounds. • This initiative bridges the gap between science and art, turning complex research data from Antarctica and space into an accessible auditory experience.

• Music critics have released a curated list of the best albums from the first half of 2026, spanning various genres across the pop spectrum. • Featured artists include Thundercat, who is noted for his "all-star funk," and Kacey Musgraves, whose work focuses on themes of solitude. • The selection highlights a trend toward "social realism," specifically praising a high-tempo project that blends Jersey club beats with brutally honest lyrics about emotional trauma.