"2023's Definitive Music Guide: The Year's Top Albums Ranked"
Rob Sheffield's Top 20 Albums of 2023 list spans a diverse range of music, from the St. Louis rap of Sexxy Red's 'Hottest Hood Princess' to the avant-soul of Kelela's 'Raven.' It includes the Brooklyn rock of The Hold Steady, the lush orchestrations of Mutual Benefit, and the Paris indie-pop of En Attendant Ana. Sheffield's selections highlight a mix of mega-pop sensations and underground gems, showcasing the year's dynamic musical landscape and the emotional resonance of albums like Sufjan Stevens' 'Javelin' and the collaborative energy of Boygenius' 'The Record.'