The Freshman 15: 2017's Best Debut Albums
While our final list of 2017's best albums won't arrive until later in our month, our best of 2017 coverage continues now with a look at the year's top newcomers.
Above is our list of the 15 best-reviewed debut albums of 2017, ranked by Metascore. Note that albums must have at least 7 reviews—and be a full LP, rather than an EP—to be eligible for inclusion. Albums are ranked by Metascore prior to rounding.
(#2) The London-based singer-songwriter, who previously worked with acts including Solange, Kanye West, Frank Ocean, Drake, SBTRKT, and Jessie Ware, released his delayed studio debut album early this year. The acclaimed Process wasn't just a Mercury Prize nominee; it was also this year's winner.
“It’s the best R&B debut since FKA Twigs’ LP1.” —A.V. Club
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