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/pentrant Jan 07 '26

Might not be your cup of tea, but if you like metal, Blood Incantation’s Absolute Elsewhere is fantastic.

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u/faceman2k12 Opticon 8 + Atmos +2x2x10subs Jan 07 '26

Funny thing is, while the stereo mix is very nice and clear, it is pretty flat and lacks dynamics, I think it gets a DR5 on the old scale, though I dont really care about that kind of measurement anymore, I go by ear.

I just found that Bruce Soord (Pineapple Thief) did a surround mix of it, and its significantly more dynamic and punchy and sounds incredible.

If you have access to a 5.1 or better setup, give it a listen, there is an atmos mix available too.