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Soon.

It's that time of year already! I look forward to following this countdown :)

YASSSS so excited :heart:

Expecting many fantastic hits here and a few Ultraviolenceland Bjsc entries :wub:

'Torpedo' to smash ;)

HYPE :cheer:

Hype <3

EP's and Mixtapes of The Year

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5. Tinashe - Amethyst

4. Hailee Steinfeld - Haiz EP

3. JoJo - III

2. Lawson - Lawson EP

1. Frankie - Dreamstate EP

Frankie slayage *.* Such a fantastic EP and Jojo's is also very good :heart:

Obsessed on the Hailee EP over the last week, Rock Bottom is quite poor but the other are all 10/10 moments, especially loving Hell No's And Headphones at the moment :wub:

Top 25 Albums Of The Year

26. Lianne La Havas - Blood

 

Just missing the top 25 of the countdown is the second studio album from singer-songwriter Lianne La Havas. For me, I really enjoyed this album and it is leagues ahead of her debut. Obviously 'Unstoppable' and 'What You Don't Do' are incredible tracks but for me the stand out song is actually 'Tokyo'. Her vocals are of course incredible and she seems like a really lovely girl. I am very excited for her follow up! :wub:

25. Tove Lo - Queen Of The Clouds

 

At 25, just beating Lianne La Havas, is the debut album from Tove Lo. This was a very mixed album for me. It did have some weaknesses but overall I saw it as a rather strong debut. 'Talking Body' remains the biggest tune on the album. 'Moments' is also a highlight - a song that I wasn't crazy about at first but have grew to love with time! :cheer:

 

 

Blood is fantastic, picked it up in HMV a couple of months ago and loved it :heart:

Queen Of The Clouds is also amazing, especially Moments & Talking Body :wub:

24. Jess Glynne - I Cry When I Laugh

 

Next we have another debut album, this time from Jess Glynne. Droont Ginger Rat 'I Cry When I Laugh' is not the most appealing title and the artwork is a bit meh, but overall the album is solid. 'Take Me Home' was my absolute favourite track so obviously I was thrilled when it was announced as a single. 'Hold My Hand' and 'Don't Be So Hard On Yourself' were also highlights. In fact, the only single I was not very keen on was the rather forgettable 'Right Here'. However, I still cannot get over the Emeli Sandé collaboration. I thought I had escaped her for another year. :lol:

23. Hudson Taylor - Singing For Strangers

 

Completing the trio of debut's are Hudson Taylor with 'Singing For Strangers'. I first discovered this duo when I learned that Gabrielle Aplin was dating Alfie. I gave their singles a few listens and was really impressed so I decided to buy the album - which did not disappoint! I feel that 'Chasing Rubies' will always be my favourite track from them. The ironically named 'Second Best' is probably my *second best* ;) song on the album. :lol: Album 2 cannot come soon enough!

 

 

22. Hilary Duff - Breathe In, Breathe Out

 

I don't know about you, but I am definitely feeling the album at 22! Probably one of my most hyped come backs of the year, Hilary Duff did not disappoint with this album. After falling in love with 'All About You' last year I really couldn't wait to hear the new album. I am devastated that 'All About You' was not put on the track-list of the album, but luckily this disappointment was later directed at another album in regards to song not appearing (Yes, I am looking at you Samantha Jade!) 'Sparks' was the perfect track to kick the album off with. What an absolute BANGER! 'My Kind' and 'Confetti' are my stand out tracks for definite. The album has definitely produced some pop gold and Hilary did not disappoint her fans who have been waiting for what seems like forever for this album.

 

 

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21. Rebecca Ferguson - Lady Sings The Blues

 

The final album tonight and coming in at number 21 is Rebecca Ferguson's 'Lady Sings The Blues'. At first I was a bit apprehensive about Rebecca releasing an album full of covers. She has one of my favourite voices in the whole world and I prayed that the album would be a success. On first listen, I fell in love with her cover of 'Summertime' straight away. After playing it on the Keyboard for my Higher music exam back when I was in school, it really became a song that I appreciated greatly. Her vocals are incredible on it. 'All Of Me' is another highlight on the album. Rebecca has hinted at the new album next year, so I really can't wait for some more original material from her! :D

 

Poor Lianne La Havas :cry: Such a Strong album overall IMO it does have weakness tbh but good non the less.

 

Tove Lo - Loving Talking Body still :heart:

 

OMG that Shade to the album title for Jess Glynne :lol: Lovely album though :wub:

 

Hudson Taylor :o at didnt know Alfie and Gabrielle was dating :heart: Lovely first album :heart:

 

Good first set overall :cheer:

20. Demi Lovato - Confident

 

Kicking off the top 20 with confidence (:kink:) is Demi Lovato with her recent album 'Confident'. I absolutely adored 'DEMI' and hope that this would deliver. When I first heard 'Cool For The Summer' I wanted more ASAP, and then when 'Confident' dropped I was ready for the album. For me, 'Father' is a definite highlight. Such a fantastic track! 'Kingdom Come' was incredible until 'EEGZ' started rapping. Definitely one of the worst raps in a long time...

 

 

19. Carrie Underwood - Storyteller

 

A massive YES at this album. Carrie Underwood is one of my favourite country singers and is way up there with Faith Hill and Hunter Hayes. I was so excited for this album. I thoroughly enjoyed 'Smoke Break' from the word go and when I saw the artwork and title, I knew that 'Storyteller' was going to be epic. There really are some incredible tracks on the album from 'Renegade Runaway' to 'Chaser'. However for me personally, 'Heartbeat' is the stand out song on the album. The lyrics are so simple yet beautifully written, which is one of the things I love about Carrie, she is in incredible lyricist.

 

Demi and Carrie :cheer:

18. Nick Jonas - Nick Jonas

 

'You're too sexy beautiful and everybody wants a taste' said Liam and Jay when they first heard this album. In all honesty I was not mad on the Jonas Brothers, but Nick Jonas's self titled album really surprised me with how many tunes it produced. 'Jealous' is incredible, although I do prefer the explicit version with Tinashe. 'Chains' is also very very good and I applaud Nick for picking the right single choices. 'Avalanche' with Demi Lovato is probably my favourite album track. Overall a fantastic effort from the most talented Jonas Brother!