Top 10 Award Winners & Showstoppers
Many artists and albums stand the test of time, but only some offer a special flair to make them essential.
Take a look at our top 10 albums from artists who have earned their fair share of awards and attention.
Many artists and albums stand the test of time, but only some offer a special flair to make them essential. Take a look at our top 10 albums from artists who have earned their fair share of awards and attention
Billie Eilish
When We All Fall Asleep
Where Do We Go
After her breakout year, Billie Eilish is back for more and up for more accolades. When We All Fall Asleep Where Do We Go goes down as one of the most celebrated albums in recent musical history.
LIZZO
Cuz I Love You
Cuz I Love You is infectious. From the intensity of "Juice" to the honesty of "Jerome," Lizzo lets us get to know her. You can feel the side eyes and eye rolls as she plays out themes of toxic masculinity and self-love.
Childish GambinO
Awaken My Love (Deluxe)
Childish Gambino mends old-school funk with new-school beats in his 2016 release of Awaken My Love. Donald Glover has a way of immortalizing his art by pushing boundaries. Since the release of Awaken My Love, Glover won a suite of awards for his song and video "This Is America."
COLDPLAY
Everyday Life
A cinematic departure from "Viva La Vida," "Paradise," or "Hymn For The Weekend," Everyday Life experiments with new sounds. The album flirts with darker themes and marks the band's 8th studio album.
Phoebe Bridgers
PUNISHER
Punisher solidifies Phoebe Bridgers' stamp on indie music. Lyrically candid and sonically pure, the album draws you into Bridgers' world. Subtleties in the production invite you to live in her mind for just over 40 minutes.
ADELE
25
The album that endured a trail of "Hello" memes yet never lost a shred of credibility. 25 marks Adele's 3rd studio album, and it landed at #2 on Rolling Stone's best albums of 2015.
Black Pumas
Black Pumas (COLOR VINYL)
Black Pumas bring about a timeless entry into the world of soul and roots music with their self-titled debut album. The album is as psychedelic as it is grounded. While the duo's simple yet definitive backbeats drive us, the album meanders through a soundscape of horns, strings, and layered harmonies.
BRUNO MARs
Unorthodox Jukebox
Bruno Mars is a mainstay in the top music charts even with songs released nearly a decade ago. 24K Magic is undeniable, and Unorthodox Jukebox set the stage for the dancier tendencies we've grown to love about Mars' music.
HAIM
Something to Tell You
The sophomore album from Haim, Something To Tell You, encapsulates you from start to finish with catchy earworms and rhythmic vocals. Though it's a pop record, Haim's rock roots shine through in key moments.
KENDRICK LAMAR
Good Kid: M.A.A.D. City
Good Kid: M.A.A.D. City served as Kendrick Lamar's major-label debut and found a home at #1 on several Best Albums of 2012 lists. Lamar draws attention to the harsh realities of Compton and shapeshifts from one archetype to another throughout the album.
Billie Eilish
When We All Fall Asleep Where Do We Go
After her breakout year, Billie Eilish has earned herself countless accolades. When We All Fall Asleep Where Do We Go goes down as one of the most celebrated albums in recent musical history.
LIZZO
CUZ I LOVE YOU
Cuz I Love You is infectious. From the intensity of "Juice" to the honesty of "Jerome," Lizzo lets us get to know her. You can feel the side eyes and eye rolls as she plays out themes of toxic masculinity and self-love.
CHILDISH GAMBINO
Awaken My Love (Deluxe)
Childish Gambino mends old-school funk with new-school beats in his 2016 release of Awaken My Love. Donald Glover has a way of immortalizing his art by pushing boundaries. Since the release of Awaken My Love, Glover won a suite of awards for his song and video "This Is America."
COLDPLAY
Everyday Life
A cinematic departure from "Viva La Vida," "Paradise," or "Hymn For The Weekend," Everyday Life experiments with new sounds. The album flirts with darker themes and marks the band's 8th studio album.
Phoebe Bridgers
Punisher
Punisher solidifies Phoebe Bridgers' stamp on indie music. Lyrically candid and sonically pure, the album draws you into Bridgers' world. Subtleties in the production invite you to live in her mind for just over 40 minutes.
BRUNO MARS
Unorthodox Jukebox
Bruno Mars is a mainstay in the top music charts even with songs released nearly a decade ago. 24K Magic is undeniable, and Unorthodox Jukebox set the stage for the dancier tendencies we've grown to love about Mars' music.
Black pumas
Black Pumas (color vinyl)
Black Pumas bring about a timeless entry into the world of soul and roots music with their self-titled debut album. The album is as psychedelic as it is grounded. While the duo's simple yet definitive backbeats drive us, the album meanders through a soundscape of horns, strings, and layered harmonies.
ADELe
25
The album that endured a trail of "Hello" memes yet never lost a shred of credibility. 25 marks Adele's 3rd studio album, and it landed at #2 on Rolling Stone's best albums of 2015.
KACEY MUSGRAVES
GOLDEN HOUR
After winning Album Of The Year at the Grammy’s, Kacey Musgraves really won the heart of America with her fourth studio album, Golden Hour and witty personality. The lyricism of each track ranges from being by yourself and content with “Lonely Weekend” to a lovely, sweet homage in the track “Mother.” Kacey’s soft, sultry voice along with her divine, genuine lyricism will have you putting this album on repeat over and over again.
GWEN STEFANI
LOVE ANGEL MUSIC BABY
Love Angel Music Baby by Gwen Stefani is the first studio, breakaway album since her departure from No Doubt. This album resonates as a coming of age release with tracks like “Bubble Pop Electric” and “Cool.” The album does an exquisite job of marrying many genres together like electro-pop, R&B, and alternative. Love Angel Music Baby is a testament that Gwen Stefani was capable of standing on her own with her solo-project and have it succeed with such abundance. We owe a lot to Gwen for coining the term “Hollaback Girl” and teaching us the correct, perhaps difficult, spelling of bananas.
YEAH YEAH YEAHS
FEVER TO TELL
A quick, fast-paced punk revival – Karen O in Fever To Tell is the front woman we’ve been so thirstily craving for so long. I remember seeing them perform at FYF in 2013 and she was wearing a sparkle suit; her energy was electric and bright like a punk rock Jesus. Fever To Tell is rebellious and empowering in every facet, every guitar chord. Her spunky dynamism, melodramatic voice along with the electronic sound of the Yeah Yeah Yeahs will have you moshing and air-guitaring in general admission.
HAIM
Something to Tell You
The sophomore album from Haim, Something To Tell You, encapsulates you from start to finish with catchy earworms and rhythmic vocals. Though it's a pop record, Haim's rock roots shine through in key moments.
Kendrick Lamar
Good Kid: M.A.A.D. City
Good Kid: M.A.A.D. City served as Kendrick Lamar's major-label debut and found a home at #1 on several Best Albums of 2012 lists. Lamar draws attention to the harsh realities of Compton and shapeshifts from one archetype to another throughout the album.
Many artists and albums stand the test of time, but only some offer a special flair to make them essential.
Take a look at our top 10 albums from artists who have earned their fair share of awards and attention.
Many artists and albums stand the test of time, but only some offer a special flair to make them essential. Take a look at our top 10 albums from artists who have earned their fair share of awards and attention
Billie Eilish
When We All Fall Asleep
Where Do We Go
After her breakout year, Billie Eilish is back for more and up for more accolades. When We All Fall Asleep Where Do We Go goes down as one of the most celebrated albums in recent musical history.
LIZZO
Cuz I Love You
Cuz I Love You is infectious. From the intensity of "Juice" to the honesty of "Jerome," Lizzo lets us get to know her. You can feel the side eyes and eye rolls as she plays out themes of toxic masculinity and self-love.
Childish GambinO
Awaken My Love (Deluxe)
Childish Gambino mends old-school funk with new-school beats in his 2016 release of Awaken My Love. Donald Glover has a way of immortalizing his art by pushing boundaries. Since the release of Awaken My Love, Glover won a suite of awards for his song and video "This Is America."
COLDPLAY
Everyday Life
A cinematic departure from "Viva La Vida," "Paradise," or "Hymn For The Weekend," Everyday Life experiments with new sounds. The album flirts with darker themes and marks the band's 8th studio album.
Phoebe Bridgers
PUNISHER
Punisher solidifies Phoebe Bridgers' stamp on indie music. Lyrically candid and sonically pure, the album draws you into Bridgers' world. Subtleties in the production invite you to live in her mind for just over 40 minutes.
ADELE
25
The album that endured a trail of "Hello" memes yet never lost a shred of credibility. 25 marks Adele's 3rd studio album, and it landed at #2 on Rolling Stone's best albums of 2015.
Black Pumas
Black Pumas (COLOR VINYL)
Black Pumas bring about a timeless entry into the world of soul and roots music with their self-titled debut album. The album is as psychedelic as it is grounded. While the duo's simple yet definitive backbeats drive us, the album meanders through a soundscape of horns, strings, and layered harmonies.
BRUNO MARs
Unorthodox Jukebox
Bruno Mars is a mainstay in the top music charts even with songs released nearly a decade ago. 24K Magic is undeniable, and Unorthodox Jukebox set the stage for the dancier tendencies we've grown to love about Mars' music.
HAIM
Something to Tell You
The sophomore album from Haim, Something To Tell You, encapsulates you from start to finish with catchy earworms and rhythmic vocals. Though it's a pop record, Haim's rock roots shine through in key moments.
KENDRICK LAMAR
Good Kid: M.A.A.D. City
Good Kid: M.A.A.D. City served as Kendrick Lamar's major-label debut and found a home at #1 on several Best Albums of 2012 lists. Lamar draws attention to the harsh realities of Compton and shapeshifts from one archetype to another throughout the album.
Billie Eilish
When We All Fall Asleep Where Do We Go
After her breakout year, Billie Eilish has earned herself countless accolades. When We All Fall Asleep Where Do We Go goes down as one of the most celebrated albums in recent musical history.
LIZZO
CUZ I LOVE YOU
Cuz I Love You is infectious. From the intensity of "Juice" to the honesty of "Jerome," Lizzo lets us get to know her. You can feel the side eyes and eye rolls as she plays out themes of toxic masculinity and self-love.
CHILDISH GAMBINO
Awaken My Love (Deluxe)
Childish Gambino mends old-school funk with new-school beats in his 2016 release of Awaken My Love. Donald Glover has a way of immortalizing his art by pushing boundaries. Since the release of Awaken My Love, Glover won a suite of awards for his song and video "This Is America."
COLDPLAY
Everyday Life
A cinematic departure from "Viva La Vida," "Paradise," or "Hymn For The Weekend," Everyday Life experiments with new sounds. The album flirts with darker themes and marks the band's 8th studio album.
Phoebe Bridgers
Punisher
Punisher solidifies Phoebe Bridgers' stamp on indie music. Lyrically candid and sonically pure, the album draws you into Bridgers' world. Subtleties in the production invite you to live in her mind for just over 40 minutes.
BRUNO MARS
Unorthodox Jukebox
Bruno Mars is a mainstay in the top music charts even with songs released nearly a decade ago. 24K Magic is undeniable, and Unorthodox Jukebox set the stage for the dancier tendencies we've grown to love about Mars' music.
Black pumas
Black Pumas (color vinyl)
Black Pumas bring about a timeless entry into the world of soul and roots music with their self-titled debut album. The album is as psychedelic as it is grounded. While the duo's simple yet definitive backbeats drive us, the album meanders through a soundscape of horns, strings, and layered harmonies.
ADELe
25
The album that endured a trail of "Hello" memes yet never lost a shred of credibility. 25 marks Adele's 3rd studio album, and it landed at #2 on Rolling Stone's best albums of 2015.
KACEY MUSGRAVES
GOLDEN HOUR
After winning Album Of The Year at the Grammy’s, Kacey Musgraves really won the heart of America with her fourth studio album, Golden Hour and witty personality. The lyricism of each track ranges from being by yourself and content with “Lonely Weekend” to a lovely, sweet homage in the track “Mother.” Kacey’s soft, sultry voice along with her divine, genuine lyricism will have you putting this album on repeat over and over again.
GWEN STEFANI
LOVE ANGEL MUSIC BABY
Love Angel Music Baby by Gwen Stefani is the first studio, breakaway album since her departure from No Doubt. This album resonates as a coming of age release with tracks like “Bubble Pop Electric” and “Cool.” The album does an exquisite job of marrying many genres together like electro-pop, R&B, and alternative. Love Angel Music Baby is a testament that Gwen Stefani was capable of standing on her own with her solo-project and have it succeed with such abundance. We owe a lot to Gwen for coining the term “Hollaback Girl” and teaching us the correct, perhaps difficult, spelling of bananas.
YEAH YEAH YEAHS
FEVER TO TELL
A quick, fast-paced punk revival – Karen O in Fever To Tell is the front woman we’ve been so thirstily craving for so long. I remember seeing them perform at FYF in 2013 and she was wearing a sparkle suit; her energy was electric and bright like a punk rock Jesus. Fever To Tell is rebellious and empowering in every facet, every guitar chord. Her spunky dynamism, melodramatic voice along with the electronic sound of the Yeah Yeah Yeahs will have you moshing and air-guitaring in general admission.
HAIM
Something to Tell You
The sophomore album from Haim, Something To Tell You, encapsulates you from start to finish with catchy earworms and rhythmic vocals. Though it's a pop record, Haim's rock roots shine through in key moments.
Kendrick Lamar
Good Kid: M.A.A.D. City
Good Kid: M.A.A.D. City served as Kendrick Lamar's major-label debut and found a home at #1 on several Best Albums of 2012 lists. Lamar draws attention to the harsh realities of Compton and shapeshifts from one archetype to another throughout the album.