Now it’s time to reveal the Best of 2025: Non-Canadian Albums.
Kicking things off with #41–#50, a batch of records that may not have cracked the very top, but still made 2025 a deeper, louder, and more interesting year.
41. Nourished by Time – The Passionate Ones
A hazy blend of post-punk, R&B, and synth-pop that feels both intimate and restless.
Nourished by Time continues to carve out a sound that’s emotionally raw yet quietly hypnotic.
42. caroline – caroline 2
An expansive and patient follow-up that leans into atmosphere and communal energy.
The band’s slow-burn arrangements reward careful listening, revealing beauty in repetition and restraint.
43. Lambrini Girls – Who Let The Dogs Out
Sharp-tongued, confrontational, and impossible to ignore.
This is punk as a weapon—loud, sarcastic, and fuelled by righteous anger, with hooks that cut just as hard as the lyrics.
44. The Cords – The Cords
Jangly, melodic indie pop with a knowing nod to post-punk history.
The Cords keep things lean and catchy, delivering songs that feel effortless but stick around long after.
45. Jeanines – How Long Can It Last
Sweet, fuzzy, and heartbreakingly sincere.
Jeanines once again prove that perfectly crafted pop songs don’t need to be long or flashy to leave a lasting impression.
46. S.C.A.B. – Somebody In New York Loves You!
A joyful, scrappy record bursting with DIY charm.
It captures the messy romance of city life with humor, warmth, and a punk-spirited sense of freedom.
47. PinkPantheress – Fancy That
Dreamy, concise, and emotionally direct.
PinkPantheress continues to blur pop, UK garage, and bedroom confessionals into something uniquely hers—and endlessly replayable.
48. Turnstile – NEVER ENOUGH
A bold evolution that pushes hardcore into brighter, more melodic territory.
Turnstile sound bigger than ever, without losing the raw energy that made them essential.
49. HAIM – I Quit
Confident, reflective, and sharp-edged. HAIM channel frustration and freedom into sleek pop-rock anthems that feel both personal and cathartic.
50. Taylor Swift – The Life of a Showgirl
A grand, self-aware record that leans into spectacle while reflecting on fame and identity.
Even this low on the list, Swift’s songwriting and cultural presence remain undeniable.
