25 favourite albums of 2023
In 2023 artists across genres have been gifting us with a plethora of creative expressions, emotions, and stories through their albums. Whether you're a dedicated audiophile, a casual music enthusiast, or simply on the hunt for your next favourite sound, join us as we delve into a curated selection of 25 albums that have graced our ears in 2023.
From groundbreaking newcomers to established icons, this year's musical offerings have been nothing short of extraordinary. We've witnessed artists pushing the boundaries of their craft, experimenting with new styles, and crafting narratives that resonate with us.
Kelela // RAVEN
Arooj Aftab, Vijay Iyer, Shahzad Ismaily // LOVE IN EXILE
Kali Uchis // RED MOON IN VENUS
dEUS // HOW TO REPLACE IT
Margarida Campelo // SUPERMARKET JOY
Gerardo Frisina // JOYFUL SOUND
Pedro Ricardo // SOPREM BONS VENTOS
Robert Forster // THE CANDLE AND THE FLAME
Brandee Younger // BRAND NEW LIFE
Meshell Ndegeocello // THE OMNICHORD REAL BOOK
Baba Sissoko & Jean-Philippe Rykiel // PARIS BAMAKO JAZZ
Fever Ray // RADICAL ROMANTICS
Alison Goldfrapp // THE LOVE INVENTION
Julie Byrne // THE GREATER WINGS
Les Imprimés // RÊVERIE
Gorillaz // CRACKER ISLAND
Cowboy Junkies // SUCH FEROCIOUS BEAUTY
Kaidi Tatham // THE ONLY WAY
Nicola Conte // UMOJA
Dave Okumu & The 7 Generations // I COME FROM LOVE
Alogte Oho & His Sounds of Joy // O YINNE!
Lorenzo Morresi & Le Isole // POP FLOP
Billy Valentine // BILLY VALENTINE & THE UNIVERSAL TRUTH
Madison McFerrin // I HOPE YOU CAN FORGIVE ME
Matthew Halsall // AN EVER CHANGING VIEW