Catherine Elms – Medusa: Welsh alternative artist Catherine Elms makes a striking return with her latest single “Medusa”—a haunting, piano-driven track that reimagines the famous Greek myth through a modern lens of empowerment and self-acceptance. It’s the first taste of her upcoming second album, and it’s clear from the start: Elms isn’t holding anything back.

“Medusa” opens with a dark, hypnotic rhythm and slowly builds, creating a sense of tension that never fully lets go. At the heart of it all is Elms’ voice—clear, expressive, and edged with emotion. Her lyrics dive deep into the parts of ourselves we’re often told to hide: rage, jealousy, shame. But instead of burying them, Elms puts them in the spotlight. “It’s about loving the monster within,” she says—and you can feel that message in every note.

The song doesn’t stick to one mood or pace. One moment it’s quiet and brooding, the next it swells into something bold and theatrical. That push and pull mirrors the story she’s telling: the journey from repression to release. It’s not just about Medusa as a symbol of fear—it’s about reclaiming her as a symbol of strength.

Musically, Elms draws from a rich palette. There are hints of Kate Bush’s drama, Fiona Apple’s emotional honesty, and Nick Cave’s gothic storytelling, but Elms has carved out a sound that’s entirely her own. The production is clean but full of texture—you can hear the weight of the piano, the breath between lyrics, the intensity just under the surface.

Elms has already built a reputation for dark, powerful songs that don’t shy away from heavy themes. Critics have called her music “dramatic” and “not for the faint of heart”—and “Medusa” lives up to that and more. It’s a bold statement, not just artistically but personally, offering listeners a chance to sit with their own shadows and maybe even find beauty in them.

If “Medusa” is any indication of what’s to come, Catherine Elms’ next album is going to be something special—honest, cinematic, and full of soul.