Best new albums 2020

2020 was a great year for music! Here are some of the best new albums of 2020 across various genres:

Pop

  1. Taylor Swift - "Folklore" (August) - A surprise album that marked a new direction in Swift's music.
  2. Dua Lipa - "Future Nostalgia" (March) - A dance-pop masterpiece with catchy hooks and retro vibes.
  3. Billie Eilish - "Happier Than Ever" (July) - The young pop star's sophomore album, featuring her signature dark and moody sound.

Rock

  1. Foo Fighters - "Medicine at Midnight" (February) - The band's 10th studio album, with a mix of heavy riffs and catchy hooks.
  2. Green Day - "Father of All..." (February) - A high-energy album with a punk-rock sound.
  3. The 1975 - "Notes on a Conditional Form" (May) - A critically acclaimed album that blends indie rock with electronic elements.

Hip-Hop/Rap

  1. Kendrick Lamar - "Black Panther: The Album" (February) - A soundtrack album for the Marvel movie, featuring Lamar's socially conscious lyrics.
  2. Megan Thee Stallion - "Suga" (March) - A debut album that showcases the rapper's confident flow and empowering lyrics.
  3. J. Cole - "The Off-Season" (June) - A critically acclaimed album that explores themes of identity, community, and social justice.

Electronic/Dance

  1. Disclosure - "Energy" (August) - A high-energy album with a mix of deep house and techno beats.
  2. Flume - "Palace" (May) - A critically acclaimed album that blends electronic music with indie rock and pop elements.
  3. RÜFÜS DU SOL - "Surrender" (May) - A synth-heavy album with a focus on atmospheric soundscapes.

Indie/Alternative

  1. Phoebe Bridgers - "Punisher" (June) - A critically acclaimed album that explores themes of love, loss, and introspection.
  2. The Strokes - "The New Abnormal" (April) - A comeback album from the iconic indie rock band.
  3. Fontaines D.C. - "A Hero's Death" (June) - A critically acclaimed album that blends post-punk with spoken word poetry.

Country

  1. Kacey Musgraves - "Star-Crossed" (September) - A critically acclaimed album that explores themes of love, loss, and self-discovery.
  2. Chris Stapleton - "Starting Over" (November) - A soulful album that blends country, blues, and rock elements.
  3. Ashley McBryde - "Never Will" (June) - A critically acclaimed album that showcases the country singer's raw, emotional songwriting.

These are just a few examples of the many great albums released in 2020. You can explore further by checking out music streaming platforms, music blogs, and online music publications for more recommendations!