The Best Albums, From All Genres, Of 2022

Ranked from best to almost the best, but not quite. Although, depending on your subjective preferences, you may prefer a different order, omit some, or even ponder some that are not included. Trust me, I’ve changed the order countless times because determining the best albums often depends on how one feels at any given moment. Either way, let’s simply enjoy the best music from 2022.

1. Midnight Oil - RESIST

RESIST is classic Midnight Oil!

If this is their swansong, they've gone out with an incredible rock album. While not everyone appreciates politicising music, have a read, and a listen, and make up your own mind. But whatever you do, don't RESIST.

2. The Weeknd - Dawn FM

Is this The Weeknd's greatest release thus far? While the Dolby Atmos mix will immerse you like never before, is it enough for fans who appreciate the usual groove-infused flow, from The Weeknd's prior albums, such as After Hours? Have a read, and a listen, and decide for yourself for this is one concept album that will leave fans divided.

3. Halestorm – Back From the Dead

Halestorm's 2022 release, their fifth studio album Back From The Dead, is a triumphant album that is not only on par with their prior records, but in many respects trumps all that has come before. Loaded with raw energy, captivating lyrics, and Lzzy Hale's signature powerhouse vocals, Back From The Dead stands as a fierce testament to the band's evolution and enduring spirit.

Check out the full review for a more detailed overview of Back From The Dead.

4. Kavinsky – Reborn

Whether you’re a hardcore electronic fan, or not, Kavinsky mesmerizes listeners with his signature sound. Each track is notable on its own, but when listened to as a whole, Reborn takes you on an immersive journey; one that needs to be experienced firsthand to be fully appreciated. Reborn is, without a doubt, one of the best albums released in 2022.

Check out the full review for a more detailed overview of Reborn.

5. The Lumineers - Brightside

Without a doubt, BRIGHTSIDE is one of the best albums of 2022 but is it The Lumineers’ greatest musical achievement? Read the review, listen to the album, and decide for yourself.

6. Zeal & Ardor – Zeal & Ardor

This really is Zeal & Ardor's finest release to date. Take metal, infuse it with unrelated influences, and you have a unique album that is going to be hard to beat. Read the review, listen to the album, and decide for yourself.

7. Missy Higgins – Total Control

Not an album per se, but this marketed mini-album is worthy of inclusion on this list as it is highly polished, well-considered, and purposeful, thereby making it an essential release that should be in everyone’s music library.

Read the review, listen to the album, and ultimately decide for yourself.

HONOURABLE MENTIONS (IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER)

These are albums from 2022 that I appreciate but don’t feel are the best of the best. However, there’s some killer music to be heard here, so load up your favourite streaming service and give them a listen, for our music tastes are subjective and you may just come across an album that you consider a masterpiece.