‘Sticks and Stones’ is the latest single and video from Sean Trelford, who has just released a brand new five-track EP called Ulcer. He describes the EP as being “a concept EP about the pain of speech, of the voice, resentful feelings towards conflict that have failed only because of lacking conviction when it comes to persuasive words because most people don’t care about substance but sincerity.” This track in particular is an arty, cinematic cut that leans into its string-heavy accompaniment, which drifts between staccato rigidity and luscious long notes. His voice reacts to every textural ebb and flow with confident dexterity. Listen to Ulcer in full now and catch Sean Trelford live around the UK and Ireland in early 2026. -Dan Peeke