2023 ALBUMS OF THE YEAR
TSR present their individual Top 5 albums of 2023
LUNDI - TOP 5 ALBUMS
5. 100 gecs - 10,000 gecs
So absolutely ridiculous it works. The duo build on their hyperpop genre creation and deliver non-stop unapologetic fun. It’s nothing you could ever expect and that’s what makes it shine.
4. boygenius -
the record
It’s not the most technically advanced or innovative album but boygenius’ supreme display of songwriting has had a mainstream cultural impact unlike any other in 2023. Phoebe Bridgers, Lucy Dacus & Julien Baker combine to make a strong case for artist of the year with their beautiful harmonies and brilliantly intertwined lyrical stories.
3. Mitski - The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We
Never for the faint of heart, Mitski lands emotional gut punch after gut punch while teamed with an orchestra and backing choir. Stunning lyricism deeply ingrained with imagery and metaphorical language. The end product is art and it’s absolutely beautiful.
2. Caroline Polachek - Desire, I Want To Turn Into You
The most technically sound album of 2023 that delivers fresh takes on numerous pop genres rooted in indie stylings. Polachek is a budding star well on her way from indie darling to headliner level pop star.
1. Wednesday - Rat Saw God
Karly Hartzman pens tales of her youth through lyricism akin to Quentin Tarantino movie dialogue. Backed by an MJ Lenderman led rock quartet, Wednesday break out and deliver the years best.
ROZ - TOP 5 ALBUMS
5. The Chemical Brothers - For That Beautiful Feeling
The Chemical Brothers generate music unlike anything anywhere. The masters of the craft produce more electronic dance magic that leaves you feeling a mixture of admiration and awe.
4. Mitski - The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We
Mitski is at her finest, showing that regardless of her love-hate relationship with the music industry, she is still at the top of it. She leaves every single bit of herself out there, and the music world is all the better for it.
3. Jessie Ware - That! Feels Good!
A perfect homage to the disco era. Ware pulls from the greats of the 70’s and stamps each track with her own personal influences. She is immaculate, the production is pristine and the album as a whole encapsulates everything great about this particular era of music.
2. Feeble Little Horse - Girl With Fish
Fresh, raw, and injecting a much needed energy to the music industry. Feeble Little Horse built themselves from the ground up through the DIY scene and the hard work pays off with their debut studio album. This certainly won’t be the last time they appear on year end best of lists.
1. Caroline Polachek - Desire, I Want To Turn Into You
High level art pop in every way from its extremely diverse assortment of styles, unique arrangements, techniques, and elements combined with top quality production and engineering.
REID - TOP 5 ALBUMS
5. The Chemical Brothers - For That Beautiful Feeling
Creativity off the charts that disposes of the notion that certain sounds don’t belong together. A start to finish trip that’s unique and fresh, despite this being year 30 of their career.
4. Spiritual Cramp - Spiritual Cramp
Oozing with swagger and showmanship, this fast paced punk rock ride calls back the legends of the 70’s and delivers a sweaty, mosh pit inducing debut album. Short and too friggin sweet.
3. Jeff Rosenstock - Hellmode
Heart and soul lyrical performance from a musicians favourite musician. The mutli-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter tracks a throwback punk rock album filled with a variety of relatable themes and messages.
2. Bombay Bicycle Club - My Big Day
A dorky yet groovy alt-rock compilation that pulls on guest features to give the album a punchy added layer. It’s laid back sound is an enjoyable, easy listen from start to finish.
1. Jungle - Volcano
Intoxicating soundscapes that shows off the creativity of the duo. Like being shot out of a cannon, the album grabs you from note one and never lets go. Explosive fun and as feel good as music can be.