Taylor Swift’s ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ fulfils its purpose, yet it suffers from a lack of significant flavour in production or artistic innovation. With 31 tracks to its name, one can’t help but feel drained by the album’s monotonous nature.

'Moving Waves' is sonically enriching chaos, in the best way. Focus' combination of multiple instrumental styles that each showcase an impressive sense of virtuosity is remarkable.

‘Happier Than Ever’ presents some of Billie Eilish’s most memorable music to date. Alongside the minimalistic production and unpredictable alternative qualities, Billie’s hauntingly hushed vocals make the entire album a joy to listen to.

‘Exodus’ is pure reggae fun! Despite its instrumental simplicity on some tracks, the album sustains constant interest through close sugary harmonies and a delightful, wide laid-back production style. Marley’s ninth studio album not only captivates with its infectious sound, but carries a potent message of liberation, unity and social justice that make it a timeless reggae classic.

‘The Stranger‘ not only showcases Billy Joel’s musical versatility but also serves as a poignant exploration of life’s complexities. Featuring relatable themes of love, heartbreak and self-discovery, Joel’s breakthrough album presents a series of emotional pop masterpieces that seamlessly contrast with upbeat funky grooves, exemplified in tracks like “Movin’ Out (Anthony’s Song)”. The pristine production ensures the LP’s polished sound ... read more

Wunderhorse’s debut album delivers a compelling and diverse selection of edgy indie rock songs, propelling the band’s career to a strong start. The fuzzy, slightly messy production complements their alternative aesthetic well, and alongside Jacob’s vocal versatility, ‘Cub’ really surpasses all expectations.

Lil Yachty's 'Let's Start Here.' marks the start of a new psychedelic direction for the artist. While there are plenty of convincing psychedelic elements in the album, particularly in the fusion of soul and rock, Yachty's droning, trap-inspired vocal style becomes somewhat monotonous as you progress through his newest work. However, I do believe that the use of autotune fits well within the LP's style. Overall, the album offers a good level of cohesion and consistency in terms of style, but ... read more

Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' is an iconic pop phenomenon filled with non-stop hits. The vocals, as expected, are effortlessly incredible, and the tight polished production and instrumental arrangements by Quincy Jones breathe so much life into the entire LP. This album truly deserves its title as the best-selling record of all time, and shaped the pop music of the 1980s in a way that no other album could achieve.

The simple fact that this song marks the Beatles' final work is hard to grasp and undeniably moving. ‘Now And Then’ serves as a somewhat haunting yet fitting conclusion to the band's career, effectively demonstrating the unwavering dedication to music possessed by these four musical geniuses. While there were moments when I found the vocals slightly hard to hear, I believe this actually enhances the depth of expression and emotion conveyed through Lennon's voice. It's a powerful and ... read more

‘Ella and Louis’ is a timeless jazz classic that charms the listener with fantastic instrumental arrangements from some of the finest names of their generation.

At the pinnacle of Bruno Mars' discography, 'An Evening with Silk Sonic' is a time machine to the golden era of soul music. This album epitomizes musical elegance, with its soft warm production style that infuses every track with pure delight. Each song on the LP is unique in its own right, and I look forward to the duo’s next chapter with much anticipation.

‘Chronicles of a Diamond’ marks my introduction to Black Pumas’ music, and it presents some very compelling ideas. The album mainly blends gospel and funk, featuring Burton’s robust, soulful vocals reminiscent of a bygone R&B era. Psychedelic hints are a nice layer to the overall composition too. However, I did find a few tracks at the start of the LP to be somewhat overcomplicated and hard to embrace. Despite this drawback, ‘Chronicles of a Diamond’ ... read more

‘Out of the Blue’ is undeniably a lot of fun. The production quality is fantastic, with delightful hints of disco interwoven throughout the album and luscious string arrangements that grace the entire LP. Whilst I feel the second half of the album is slightly lacking in interest, ELO's seventh studio album undoubtedly highlights Jeff Lynne's creative prowess and underscores his ability to craft sonically captivating music.

‘Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band’ showcases some of the Beatles' most experimental and musically creative works. The album takes listeners on various psychedelic journeys, with each song offering a new layer of interest and depth that distinguishes it from the previous track. Whether it's the fairground-inspired "Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite!" or the cheerful "When I'm Sixty-Four," each song on the LP possesses a unique character, solidifying this ... read more

Ed Sheeran's ultimate mathematical LP, 'Subtract,' presents formulaic pop songs in line with his recent style. The production choices come across as rather uninspiring, and though there are some intriguing lyrical ideas and themes, the vocals lack emotion, mirroring the overall tone of the album.

‘1989 (Taylor’s Version)’ has truly solidified itself as one of Taylor Swift’s most sonically intriguing albums. The new punchy production style immerses your senses with hard-hitting synth-pop drums, richer stereo imaging and a wealth of delightful sonic nuances, making it an overall joy to listen to. While there certainly are a few questionable production choices scattered throughout, these re-recordings on the whole are of a more refined quality and provide a modern, ... read more

Noah Kahan's album combines light, nostalgia-driven guitar instrumentals with his strong, prominent vocals. The lyrics create themes of love and yearning, enhancing the autumnal atmosphere of the LP. However, with 'Stick Season's 14 tracks, I found Kahan's acoustic guitar style to become repetitive.

‘Songs for Swingin’ Lovers!’ can only be described as a musical masterpiece, wherein Frank Sinatra’s stellar performance shines alongside Nelson Riddle’s sensational orchestral arrangements. Each note and lyric is a sheer delight to the ears, making it a timeless classic.

I had high expectations for this album, considering how much I enjoyed Post Malone’s previous LPs. However, 'AUSTIN' falls short of delivering. The tracks come across as unpolished and chaotic, overstaying their welcome. Given the album's extensive length, the song selection feels lazy and money-driven, making it feel like a chore to complete.

‘GUTS’ is a pop-punk blast that skilfully weaves soft, heartfelt ballads into the exciting, distortion-filled chaos that has become Olivia Rodrigo’s well-known style. Not to mention, the production is unsurprisingly top-tier!