The best albums of 2023
Here are 50 records from 2023 that encapsulated the full human experience and are worth treasuring and holding tightly.
Check out the BBC Sound of 2024 longlist
The Last Dinner Party, Peggy Gou and Tyla are among the names making the list
TRNSMT 2024: Liam Gallagher, Gerry Cinmamon, Calvin Harris lead line-up
Garbage, The Last Dinner Party, Courteeners and more have also been announced as performers
CMAT - ‘Crazymad, For Me’ review: Dublin’s answer to Dolly Parton
On her second album – featuring John Grant – CMAT remains immensely entertaining and impactful
Listen to CMAT's introspective new single 'Stay For Something'
The Dubliner has also announced an extra date at the Olympia, which goes on sale September 8
Elton! Arctic Monkeys! Rick Astley! Glastonbury 2023's most magical moments on Worthy Farm
As the glitter settles at the best party on the planet, NME's team reflects on a manic, brilliant weekend
Watch Yard Act, Nish Kumar, CMAT and Phill Jupitus cover 'Tubthumping' by Chumbawamba
Find footage of the moment and the full setlist here
Jake Bugg announced for Teenage Cancer Trust at the Royal Albert Hall
He joins the previously announced Underworld, Wet Leg, The Courteeners and Kasabian
Grace Jones, Pavement, Roisin Murphy and more announced for Bluedot Festival 2023
Leftfield, Young Fathers, CMAT, Lava La Rue, Big Joanie and more have also been announced for the Cheshire festival
The 25 best debut albums of 2022
These are the most innovative and meaningful debut albums of the year