[tps_title]Brenna’s Top Midyear Picks in Music[/tps_title]
- Jamie xx: In Colour: Jamie Smith plays with minimalism, space, and sound, creating a satisfying collection of songs that is unlike anything I’ve heard before.
- Drake: If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late: Drake’s surprise release includes seventeen single-worthy songs that will make you forget this is the artist that coined the phrase “YOLO.” This album is as innovative as it is attainable to mainstream rap fans, which is a difficult feat.
- The Wombats: Glitterbug: As always, The Wombats deliver a sweet, indie-pop album laced with timely truths and clever analogies.
- Tobias Jesso Jr.: Goon: This debut album is refreshingly simple and honest about love and heartbreak. Jesso has a knack for songwriting, and this album proves that his skill rivals the best that’s out right now.
- Alabama Shakes: Sound & Color: In album number two, the Alabama Shakes continue to push boundaries and make blues rock cool. Sound & Color shows that Brittany Howard’s voice is even more ridiculous, versatile, and incredible than the world originally thought.
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