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Our top picks of the latest albums to listen to every month, from pop to rap to rock. Our top choices this month will be a great addition to anyone’s record collection.
We have picked out our favourite songs from the albums below. Check out our October Songs of the Month playlist.
10 Songs
Travis | BMG
Now on their 9th studio album since their debut in 1997, Scottish rock band Travis released “10 Songs” this month. “10 Songs” is a melancholic folk style record that transports the listener from the pandemic to the bands earlier work. It’s a back-to-basics album that’ll be welcome to fans and non-fans alike.
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Waiting out the Storm
Jeremy Ivey | Anti
The Nashville-based singer songwriter Jeremy Ivey’s second studio album “Waiting out the Storm” is full of warm Americana spirit, laced with the various problems in modern America with infectious downbeat energy.
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Shiver
Jónsi | KRUNK
Icelandic musician Jónsi most notably associated with Sigur Rós has released his third solo studio album ‘Shiver’. In an attempt at a more pop focused album, Jónsi creates a dramatic, beautiful and uplifting atmosphere.
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Unearth
Alexia Avina | Lost Map Records
With a heavenly bliss that’s hard to match, Alexia Avina’s third album does not disappoint in delivering a calming sensation. The album is completely care-free, a perfect contrast to the current situation outside of our windows.
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Moral Panic
Nothing But Thieves | Sony UK
In their third album, English alternative rock band Nothing But Thieves manage to perfectly capture the global mood. With songs like Unperson and This Feels Like The End, the whole album points towards the unprecedented world we find ourselves in right now.
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Fake it Flowers
Beabadoobee | Dirty Hit
This 90s inspired alternative rock album by Filipino-British singer songwriter Beabadoobee creates a refreshing mix of bubblegum pop and grunge. Combining teenage angst with angelic vocals, Beabadoobee channels a brilliant mix of grunge, emo and britpop to a new generation.
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Streams of Thought, Vol. 3: Cane & Able
Black Thought | Republic
Capturing the zeitgeist of the political and civil movements of the world right now, hip hop veteran Black Thought takes aim at the current systems and institutions, as well as the perpetual state of war and survival.
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Serpentine Prison
Matt Berninger | Concord
Front man of the rock band The National, Matt Berninger releases his debut solo album in the form of “Serpentine Prison”. With laid-back lyrics and beautiful music compositions, the album transports you to middle America.
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As Long As You Are
Future Islands | 4AD
In the American alternative synth-pop inspired 6th album “As Long As You Are” recreates the brilliance of their breakout work. Both haunting and hopeful, the album drenches the listener in synth heavy tracks and a forward momentum.
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I'd Rather Die Than Let You In
The Hunna | Believe
English rock band The Hunna bring their Foals inspired sound to their new album “I’d Rather Die Than Let You In” with energetic and intense style. Finding their footing over their previous albums, the lyrics relay incredibly relevant messages and crank their style to the max.
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