The fastest pop songs arrive like a notification. Ben Lester’s self-titled debut does something more interesting: it lets the listener wait for the message to finish forming. Across 13 tracks for Mayfield Records, the London singer, songwriter, performer and producer turns patience into part of the pleasure. The result is indie pop with an arranger’s discipline, a record built for people who like a chorus but...

Bucks County's Rising Star Maria Krauss Delivers Heartfelt Lyrics and Vocals that Echo with a Universal Resonance. Maria Krauss, a pop singer-songwriter from Pennsylvania's bucolic countryside, is making waves with her powerfully expressive voice and knack for generating catchy pop tunes. Krauss is a breath of new air in the music industry, drawing in listeners from all around Bucks County and beyond with her refreshing blend...