By the way, this is happening with other albums also. Below are some of the best 2020 DIY/indie music videos we’ve seen/heard this year. I and Vol. It kind of looks like Fiona Apple is gonna sweep, a bit like Kendrick did in 2015. it was by far her best album and explored so many new genres. There are 3 lists here (Jon Pareles, Jon Caramanica, Lindsay Zoladz): HMLTD is the most underrated album of the year. Nowhere to be seen, I know it's too early but how underrated is Jessie ware's WTP? For those who are interested, follow me @selfhatinghipster. 2020 Top Pop Hits 2020 Top Albums 2020 Top Ballads/Adult Contemporary 2020 Top Country Hits 2020 Top Dance Hits 2020 Top Modern/Alternative Hits 2020 Top R&B Hits 2020 Top Rock Hits 2020 Indie Picks 2020 Top Latin Hits 2020 Top Jazz Albums More Modern/Alternative Songs of 2020 Meg Myers - Running Up That Hill White Reaper - Might Be Right Like other members pointed out, the current aggregate is less accurate due to this bias. The term “indie” or indie rock originated in the 80s and was used to describe bands coming out of the American punk and post-punk scenes. im kind of disappointed that manic by halsey isnt on here. But here FTBC added as No.2. It's similar to Pazz & Jop which no longer existed, it's too big to be ignored. Even though it should definitely qualify for "Doom Metal", being entitled "Punisher"! also why is rob sheffield's list still not included? Everyone needs to calm down. It is comprised of Alexander Zwick, Martin Kloos, Daniel Juschzak and Johannes Juschzak. please consider earbuddy list. Brain Failure 脑浊. TAYLOR ANNOUNCED HER NEW ALBUM EVERMORE EVERYONE!!! 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Four years later, they followed it up with Every Bad, which will more than likely turn out to be the most musically scintillating and emotionally stimulating indie rock release of 2020. View reviews, ratings, news & more regarding your favorite band. 3 points if the list having 25 or lower albums. you're telling me Black Dresses isn't on here? The list contains 9 albums. While some records already have a definite release date and title, others are in early production stages or have merely been announced. Baffling to me. Indiehoy (one of Argentina’s and South America’s most important music related news website) released their top 50 albums of the year. Fopp is on your list, however it is a company owned by HMV (Who have their own official list out). Yaaaay ungodly hour and circles are here! Scrobble songs to get recommendations on tracks you'll love. HMLTD? A list of all music releases for 2020. folk-rock band … I'm sorry if I've missed something, but why Dylan's album has 31 points and its score points out only 27? Individual musicians are listed alphabetically by their last name. Sad that protomartyr wont crack the top 50, and is barely registering at all. 12. I'm gonna throw hands with any publication that doesnt include Jessie Ware in it's top 10, You put the wrong Adrienne Lenker album here. 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