We’ve listened to the chart-topping albums released in 2025 and given them due recognition, but it’s important not to go through the year without listening to the underrated ones.
The band’s debut album, Finneas and Ashe formed after collaborating on their solo music careers. The musicians shared in their interviews that they had been working on the album for years, keeping it a secret, and it sure sounded like years of work.
- Ego death at a bachelorette party by Hayley Williams
Paramore lead musician Hayley Williams released her surprise solo album and wowed fans with Paramore’s evocative lyricism and classic vocals.
- From the pyre for The Last Supper
The British rock band released their second studio album this year, which offered the same powerful vocals as their debut, as well as the girl band’s imaginative lyrics.
- It’s Always a Feeling by Lucy Dacus
Boygenius’ Lucy Dacus released her fourth studio album this year, which was highly anticipated by fans after the release of her singles. The album included a duet with Hozier, Bullseye, which became a special favorite among listeners.
- Kansas Anymore by role model
Role Model, aka Tucker Pillsbury, released the deluxe version of his 2024 album Kansas no longerwith four bonus tracks, including Sally, when the wine runs out, which became a cultural moment this year as he invited many celebrities like “Sally” during the tour.
- Who is the clown? by Audrey Hobbert
Audrey Hobbert, famous for her work as a lyricist for Gracie Abrams, released her debut album this year and made waves in the industry, performing several live performances and building an organic fandom in the span of a few months.
Addison Rae released her self-titled debut album this year, which became an instant hit with fans and earned her a Grammy nomination for Best New Artist.
