Refusing to take the easy route, ‘Sundial’ can at times be daunting, and the task of following the profound success of her earlier work isn’t an easy one. On repeated listens, however, the project breaks open as a singular work of Black American artistry.

‘Between You and Me’ sounds as if it was both carefully constructed over a thousand hours, and improvised in one take, and it’s the most Flyte Flyte have ever sounded. Half of the album is simpler, softer, and more stripped-down sonically, and it showcases the vivid songwriting that Flyte are so expert at.

Refusing to be hemmed in by their influences, there’s a real streak of inventive originality to The Cords’ songwriting, aligned to an effervescent innocence that feels totally right for the genre

It never rests and never tires.

A daringly deconstructed soundtrack of the spheres.

Rather than crumbling under the pressure of acclaim, Mitski embraces it and is all better for it. These trials and tribulations that birthed Be The Cowboy have not only developed Mitski as a musician, but also act as another sign that she has the potential to be considered one of the best singer-songwriters of our generation.

A brilliant and intoxicating record.

A must-listen for those who like their metal with depth and mystery.

Bright, buoyant, and continually innovative, ‘Electricity’ is a project dominated by colour, vitality, and – crucially – a ruthless pop instinct.

‘Jaguar II’ is a compressed listen with only 11 tracks but still packs in dimensionality and texture. It marks a new pinnacle and a denouement of an era for a once clandestine figure now dancing under the prismatic light of a disco ball.

Put aside your cynicism, and dial into the fireworks: ‘Wet Leg’ is an exceptional debut album.

Random Access Memories confuses, disappoints and grates.

Serpentwithfeet teaches us to be ourselves, to endure and be happy and love each other, and it’s rare to hear these simple, well-known things being delivered with a power and strength that can transcend the medium of music itself, turning it into a pure magic.

This is a staggeringly powerful record. Continually evading easy descriptors, Dave pushes his art to higher levels.

Happiness, for Lana, is a process. This album is a testament to her afresh stability and strength, and shows that hope might be a dangerous woman for a thing like her to have — but she’s finally got it.

It’s difficult to envisage anyone else but Remy conceiving such a record. This is exemplary, political pop music executed to near perfection.

Melodic, melancholic, at moments almost celestial, it's simply stunning work.

Cocoa Sugar is a record that merits mass appeal recognition, a timely offering educing the moral panic fever reigning over our everyday existence.

Further proof that The Arcade Fire may indeed be the best band on the planet.

An emotive, emphatic and often joyous collection of music that plays equally for the head and the heart.

This is a thoughtful and sensitively crafted project showcasing an awe-inspiring collection of carefully-crafted tracks. It is a touching tribute to this special musical partnership and demonstrates their musicality, artistry, and emotive storytelling.

Maybe it’s the sentimental Beatle-maniac in us, but ‘Now And Then’ feels like something beautiful, something to cherish.

Showcases an artist gleefully scaling dizzying, wondrous peaks, backed by flawless musicianship, detailed production and marvellous songs.

As natural and inviting as the curling of the leaves, ‘Shore’ is Fleet Foxes at their best. A voice of comfort for an atmomised generation, this is less album, and more treasure trove.

‘Hit Parade’ is as colourful and playful as Róisín Murphy herself. Truly a contender for album of the year, Murphy has created an album of true musical depth that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

An enormous leap forward, Freedom finds Amen Dunes grappling with his abilities, with the passing of the time; a superb record, it’s one that deserves the widest possible audience.

The truth is that in matters of injustice, anger is one of our most powerful tools and with it ‘Hugo’ showcases an essential part of the depth and criticality Loyle Carner possesses as an artist.

‘Being’ is the most enjoyable album Maal has released to date.