The Hope Blister

A music project formed by Ivo Watts-Russell featuring vocalist Louise Rutkowski, known for melancholic, string‑led cover arrangements and the album ...Smile's OK.

Formed by Ivo Watts-Russell (founder of 4AD) and featuring Louise Rutkowski on vocals; the project continued themes from This Mortal Coil and released ...Smile's OK. The recordings focus on cover versions with string arrangements and sparse electronics.

The reviews describe The Hope Blister as Ivo Watts-Russell's continuation of the This Mortal Coil approach, centered on Louise Rutkowski's vocals and string‑dominated arrangements. ...Smile's OK is praised as focused, evocative, and a welcome appendix to This Mortal Coil's work.

For:Fans of This Mortal Coil, 4AD-era releases, and melancholic ambient/dream pop cover projects.