We’re already 2/3 of the way through the year and 2018 has been a great year for music. Here are some of our favorite albums of the year so far.
Tranquillity Base Hotel & Casino, Arctic Monkeys
Another successful album from indie sensations, the Arctic Monkeys. Ranging from the classic ingredients for an indie anthem to strange sounds that could be taken from Blade Runner, the album is daringly brilliant.
Invasion of Privacy, Cardi B
An admirably solid debut album from Cardi B.
No shame, Lilly Alen
Brutally honest, surprisingly easy listening and a big success in our books.
Golden Hour, Kasey Musgraves
In terms of the pop genre, you’d struggle to find a better collection of pop songs this year.
Combat Sports, The Vaccines
A surprisingly well-rounded indie album from The Vaccines.
Geography, Tom Mitsch
Delightfully unique and brilliant on every level.
Microshift, Hookworms
A powerful, epic album that is their most accessible work yet.
Hive Mind, The Internet
A showcase of the group’s individual and collective talents.
High as Hope, Florence and the Machine
Another fantastic indie album which will have you high as hope and then as somber as after the after party.
Wide Awake!, Parquet Courts
Extremely imaginative and the perfect dose of punk.
