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Best Albums of 2024

As Voted on by KEXP Listeners


KEXP listeners have great taste in radio stations, obviously. They also have great taste in music! That’s why, each year, we take the time to build a listener-powered list of the best albums of the year.

And now is that time! We asked our listeners to vote on their favorite albums of 2024. See what they picked below.

Check out the full list here

 

Latest Podcast Episodes

Kevin Sur talks with OMBIIGIZI about their new album, SHAME, which explores Indigenous shame and healing

A conversation hosted by Emily Fox with DJs Troy Nelson, Evie Stokes, and John Richards about the five top played albums on KEXP in 2024.

Martin Douglas dives into Paganicons by Saccharine Trust, written in Kurt’s list as “1st EP.”

On the show this time, it’s New York indie rockers Been Stellar.

This Marathon Runcast has you covered, whether you're embarking on a 26.2-mile journey or accomplishing a different kind of marathon.

En este episodio de El Cancionero de Kurt, exploramos la furia cruda y sin filtros del hardcore punk a través de cuatro álbumes fundamentales.

Top Albums of the Last 50 Years

As Voted on by KEXP Listeners

In celebration of our 50th Anniversary, KEXP counted down the Top Album of the last 50 years, as voted on by all of you! Our fall fundraising drive may be over, but you can still support listener-powered KEXP by making a donation today. 

Check Out the List Here

 

Throwaway Style

Throwaway Style is a monthly column dedicated to examining all aspects of the Northwest music scene. Whether it’s a new artist making waves, headlines affecting local talent, or reflecting on some of the music that’s been a foundation in our region; this space celebrates everything happening in the Northwest region. Check out some past columns below, and stay tuned for new ones published on the first Thursday of every new month on KEXP.org

Throwaway Style Features Local Music

Throwaway Style: A Guided Tour Through the Music and Friendship of The Softies

Martin Douglas conducts a career-spanning interview with the indie-pop icons after releasing their first album in nearly a quarter-century.


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Throwaway Style Features Local Music

Throwaway Style: Mt. Fog's Evolution from Solo to Trio

For Carolyn B.’s electronic pop project’s newest album, she boldly approached territory she had never explored before: forming a band. Martin Douglas investigates.


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Throwaway Style Features Local Music

Throwaway Style: Black Ends' Long Journey to the Beginning

Martin Douglas explores the Seattle rock trio's history on the eve of their long-awaited full-length debut.


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