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Grace Ives Celebrates Joy in Music Video for 'Stupid Bitches'

3/17/2026

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Grace Ives, the indie-pop musician, says watching the music video for "Stupid Bitches" made her happy for the first time.
She notes her earlier work from the breakout album "Janky Star" felt disconnected in past videos.
"Janky Star" features personal themes and has earned critical acclaim, topping a New York Times year-end list.
Ariel Rechtshaid, the producer, praises Ives as a "classic super talent" and notes her intimate, resonant style.

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Story summary

Grace Ives, the indie-pop musician, says watching the music video for "Stupid Bitches" made her happy for the first time.
She notes her earlier work from the breakout album "Janky Star" felt disconnected in past videos.
"Janky Star" features personal themes and has earned critical acclaim, topping a New York Times year-end list.
Ariel Rechtshaid, the producer, praises Ives as a "classic super talent" and notes her intimate, resonant style.