24 October 2025
Here's how it works: The Recent Releases chart brings together critical reaction to new albums from more than 50 sources worldwide. It's updated daily. Albums qualify with 5 reviews, and drop out after 6 weeks into the longer timespan charts.
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Three recent EPs from the ambient electronic composer from Hamburg, Germany brought together in this release
7.1
Where other ambient artists can veer dangerously close to musak, Frahm always brims with invention. Print edition only
All Encores demands to be heard in its entirety; this is no companion piece, but a thoughtful progression all its own Read Review
A varied and satisfying full-length release Read Review
With this piece, Frahm comes full circle, both sonically and conceptually, capping off a spellbinding series of releases Read Review
A powerful demonstration of his live art, and a valuable addition to his discography Read Review
The adventurous musician and composer takes a step back toward a simpler, sparer sound Read Review
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Lily Allen West End Girl
A searing takedown of a dying relationship that reminds us all how confessional pop is done best: with actual confessions Evening Standard
Allen’s first album in seven years traces the fallout from an open relationship, but as well as being cathartic and candid, these stylistically varied songs have melodies that sparkle The Guardian
British pop star returns with her best album in 16 years, an incisive diary of a marriage in freefall The Independent
Tortoise TOUCH
The album is not without its highlights... But even at its heights, Touch is always undermined by clashing musical elements, bland production and a general sense of awkwardness The Quietus
If Touch were the first album by a brand new band, it would likely be judged as an unequivocal triumph — but Tortoise suffer from the burden of their iconic back catalogue Exclaim
The wait, rewarded. Print edition only Mojo
It's not just a band getting back together after nearly a decade apart, but a band reaffirming the ideals that animated them in the first place. Print edition only Uncut
Brògeal Tuesday Paper Club
The album reaches full force when they lean furthest into their roots DIY
2026 is there for Brogeal’s taking, they’re gonna be a lot of people’s new favourite band God Is In The TV
Lead by the penny whistle, pounding drums and wild guitars, Brògeal were always going to end with a party. It’s a wild celebration to close out ‘Tuesday Paper Club’, an album for both the heart and the dancefloor Clash
It’s an incredibly ambitious project, awash with sonic diversity and songwriting mastery, but it never feels overly strained. You can hear through the performances both the band’s dedication to their craft and their utter love of playing, an atmosphere which always makes for an engaging listening experience Far Out
‘Tuesday Paper Club’ is loud, fun and unshakeably sure of itself. It’s a confident debut: every track hits, every chorus lands. The message is clear, and the delivery is brilliant. This is what it sounds like when a band get it right the first time Dork
Bar Italia Some Like It Hot
Not just a great band making their best record yet, but one reminding everyone else how it should be done Dork
Militarie Gun God Save the Gun
Turnstile’s exceptional ‘NEVER ENOUGH’ might have grabbed the mid-year plaudits, but it’s not the only album from the hardcore world to blow open the scene. It may be heading in an entirely different direction, but ‘God Save The Gun’ is every bit as vital Dork
Tame Impala Deadbeat
The club-psych thread he’s hinted at for years finally has a full-length that trusts the pulse without abandoning the groove, and a persona that opens a window rather than pulling the curtain down Dork
Since we've been around, that is. So, the highest-rated albums from the past twelve years or so. Rankings are calculated to two decimal places.
Kendrick Lamar To Pimp A Butterfly
Fiona Apple Fetch The Bolt Cutters
Kendrick Lamar Damn.
D'Angelo And The Vanguard Black Messiah
Nick Cave And The Bad Seeds Ghosteen
Spiritbox Tsunami Sea
Self Esteem Prioritise Pleasure
Bob Dylan Rough and Rowdy Ways
Nick Cave And The Bad Seeds Skeleton Tree
Frank Ocean Channel Orange