Pop singer-songwriter Kesha released her new studio album, “Period,” on 4 July through her own imprint, Kesha Records. The 11-track project marks her first fully independent release after the singer settled a decade-long legal battle with former producer Lukasz “Dr. Luke” Gottwald in 2023, freeing her from contractual ties to his Kemosabe label. Early critical response has been positive. NME called the record Kesha’s “sleekest pop album since 2010’s ‘Cannibal,’” praising its mix of club-ready hooks, gospel-inflected openers and reflective ballads. Billboard’s weekly new-music guide placed “Period” among its must-hear releases, noting that the collection balances the star’s trademark party anthems with themes of personal growth and independence. The album arrives during what Kesha has dubbed her “Independence period,” underscoring both the U.S. holiday release date and her new creative autonomy. Industry watchers will be monitoring the project’s streaming performance in the coming days to gauge the commercial impact of her post-major-label chapter.