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my favorite albums of 2026 (so far)
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items My favorite music releases of 2026 so far. While it hasn’t been one of my favorite years in music, there still have been some noteworthy releases that I felt were worth highlighting.
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This is easily Olivia’s best album. I love the concept of this album, starting off with hopeful love songs, and the second half detailing the end of the relationship. This was such a risky record for Olivia to release, and it definitely paid off
you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love - Olivia Rodrigo
This record was my introduction to Underscores, and I have to say I’m impressed. While only 9 songs long, this album features some of the best sounding production I’ve ever heard. I can’t wait to see what else April releases in the future.
U - Underscores
Easily the most underrated album of the year. An incredible debut album from Hemlocke Springs. Her sound and style is so unique. I hope she has her own Chappell Roan moment some day soon
The Apple Tree Under the Sea - Hemlocke Springs
Completely blown away by this album. Easily some of Slayyyters best work. I’m so glad she’s finally getting the recognition she deserves
WOR$T GIRL IN AMERICA - Slayyyter
alternative
What an incredible work of art. 6 years after her last solo album, Phoebe has done it again and completely blew me away. This is her most cohesive record yet. It feels like a natural evolution of what made her previous albums so great
Lost Weekend - Phoebe Bridgers
While it’s definitely not my favorite Mitski album, it is still a worthy addition to her discography. This album features everything that makes Mitski as an artist so great. Her writing is still as sharp as ever.
Nothing's About to Happen to Me - Mitski