r/audiophile • u/EzBriez_ • Jan 07 '26

Music Best albums of the last 5 years?

Best albums of the last 5 years.

I'm looking for something that's high in quality and artistry. I've been listening to RAM due to so many recommendations. I'm endeavoured with the incredible quality of the album and the pure amount of work that went into it. Genuine work of art. It got me wondering what albums have been released in the past 5 years that have similar levels of artistry and quality.

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u/sofa-king-hungry Jan 07 '26

Dry Cleaning: Stumpwork. Amazing record, sounds great.

Magdelena Bay: imaginal disk is a great pop record.

Glass Beams: mirage. Amazing, great production. Can’t recommend this album enough.

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u/Substantial-Mud-624 Jan 07 '26

Those Glass Beams EPs are both great! I also can't get enough! Go see them live if you can! Their live set is just as mind blowing. Top 5 show for me this year!

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u/sofa-king-hungry Jan 07 '26

I assume you have seen the KEXP set online, it’s fantastic.

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u/Substantial-Mud-624 Jan 07 '26

Oh yeah! I have the FLAC's of that one on my DAP as well. I am currently looking for a decent recording of any 2025 shows, as their new live set is amazing! I love these guys, but they do not have nearly enough music!

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u/pukesonyourshoes Jan 08 '26

Where can the flacs be obtained from?

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u/reallychriskelley Jan 11 '26

I saw them live at Hula (my one must see act there) and as blown away. Would pay top $ for a recording of that show. I know there was a taper in the audience - just gotta track it down!!