Best new music albums 2019

2019 was a great year for music! Here are some of the best new music albums released in 2019, across various genres:

Pop

  1. Taylor Swift - "Lover" (August 2019) - A return to Swift's pop roots with a focus on love, relationships, and self-empowerment.
  2. Billie Eilish - "When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?" (March 2019) - A debut album that blends pop, electronic, and alternative sounds, featuring the hit single "Bad Guy".
  3. Lana Del Rey - "Norman Fucking Rockwell!" (August 2019) - A dreamy, nostalgia-tinged album that explores themes of love, heartbreak, and American culture.

Rock

  1. Foo Fighters - "Medicine at Midnight" (February 2019) - A high-energy album with a mix of heavy riffs, catchy hooks, and introspective lyrics.
  2. The 1975 - "A Brief Inquiry into Online Relationships" (November 2018, but released in full in 2019) - A concept album that explores the impact of technology on relationships and society.
  3. Panic! At The Disco - "Pray for the Wicked" (June 2018, but released in full in 2019) - A theatrical, pop-infused rock album with a focus on storytelling and catchy hooks.

Hip-Hop/Rap

  1. Tyler, The Creator - "Igor" (May 2019) - A genre-bending album that blends hip-hop, R&B, and electronic music, featuring the hit single "Earfquake".
  2. J. Cole - "Revenge of the Dreamers III" (July 2019) - A collaborative album that showcases Cole's storytelling ability and features a star-studded lineup of guest artists.
  3. Megan Thee Stallion - "Fever" (May 2019) - A confident, empowering debut album that blends hip-hop, R&B, and Southern rap influences.

Electronic/Dance

  1. Disclosure - "ENERGY" (August 2019) - A high-energy album that blends deep house, techno, and pop elements, featuring collaborations with artists like Sam Smith and Aminé.
  2. Flume - "Hi This Is Flume" (November 2019) - A melodic, atmospheric album that explores the intersection of electronic and indie rock sounds.
  3. RÜFÜS DU SOL - "SOLACE" (July 2019) - A synth-heavy, danceable album that blends indie rock and electronic influences.

Indie/Alternative

  1. Vampire Weekend - "Father of the Bride" (May 2019) - A critically acclaimed album that blends indie rock, pop, and Afrobeat influences, featuring the hit single "Harmony Hall".
  2. The National - "I Am Easy to Find" (May 2019) - A moody, atmospheric album that explores themes of love, loss, and existential crisis.
  3. Phoebe Bridgers - "Punisher" (June 2019) - A introspective, emotionally charged album that blends indie folk, rock, and electronic elements.

These are just a few examples of the many great albums released in 2019. You can explore further by checking out music streaming platforms, music blogs, and online music communities!