Best new albums 2016

2016 was a great year for music! Here are some of the best new albums released in 2016, across various genres:

Rock/Indie

  1. David Bowie - "Blackstar" (January 2016) - A hauntingly beautiful swan song from the legendary artist.
  2. Radiohead - "A Moon Shaped Pool" (May 2016) - A critically acclaimed album that explores themes of love, loss, and existential crisis.
  3. Bon Iver - "22, A Million" (September 2016) - A experimental and introspective album that showcases Justin Vernon's vocal range and songwriting skills.
  4. Foals - "What Went Down" (August 2016) - A high-energy album that blends indie rock with math rock and post-punk elements.
  5. The 1975 - "I Like It When You Sleep, for You Are So Beautiful yet So Unaware of It" (February 2016) - A pop-infused album that explores themes of love, technology, and social media.

Hip-Hop/Rap

  1. Drake - "Views" (April 2016) - A commercial success that features Drake's signature blend of hip-hop and R&B.
  2. Kanye West - "The Life of Pablo" (February 2016) - A critically acclaimed album that showcases West's experimental production and introspective lyrics.
  3. Chance the Rapper - "Coloring Book" (May 2016) - A gospel-infused album that features Chance's uplifting lyrics and soulful vocals.
  4. Anderson.Paak - "Malibu" (January 2016) - A genre-bending album that blends hip-hop, R&B, and rock elements.
  5. A Tribe Called Quest - "We Got It from Here... Thank You 4 Your Service" (November 2016) - A critically acclaimed album that features the group's signature jazz-infused hip-hop sound.

Pop

  1. Ariana Grande - "Dangerous Woman" (May 2016) - A pop-R&B album that features Grande's powerful vocals and catchy songwriting.
  2. Sia - "This Is Acting" (January 2016) - A pop album that features Sia's distinctive vocals and introspective lyrics.
  3. Lady Gaga - "Joanne" (October 2016) - A pop album that explores themes of love, loss, and self-discovery.
  4. The Weeknd - "Starboy" (November 2016) - A pop-R&B album that features The Weeknd's soulful vocals and dark, atmospheric production.
  5. Beyoncé - "Lemonade" (April 2016) - A visual album that features Beyoncé's powerful vocals and empowering lyrics.

Electronic/Dance

  1. Calvin Harris - "Motion" (November 2016) - A dance-pop album that features Harris's signature blend of electronic and pop elements.
  2. Daft Punk - "Random Access Memories" (May 2016) - A critically acclaimed album that features the duo's signature blend of electronic and disco elements.
  3. Flume - "Skin" (May 2016) - A critically acclaimed album that features Flume's atmospheric and introspective electronic soundscapes.
  4. M83 - "Junk" (September 2016) - A synth-heavy album that features M83's signature blend of electronic and indie rock elements.
  5. Grimes - "Art Angels" (November 2016) - A critically acclaimed album that features Grimes's experimental and introspective electronic sound.

These are just a few examples of the many great albums released in 2016. You can explore further by checking out music blogs, critics' lists, and online music platforms.