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COOPER - Merchant by Sean La'Brooy

"A late entry for 2023, Australian sound artist and composer (currently based in New York) Sean La'Brooy's EP/Album released in November is a collection of ambient, electronic and jazz. I've been loving listening to this record whilst working, cooking in the kitchen and even road trips on camping weekends. Sean is the Co-Founder of Analogue Attic, a label showcasing the gentle side of electronic music in Naarm/Melbourne, which I highly recommend to anyone needing a relaxation in their downtime."

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Honourable mentions:

For Everyone by Joe Vann

Norm by Andy Shauf

HomeSoon by Cousin

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TOBY - The Show by Niall Horan

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"I’m not just saying this because I’ve spent the last 10 years of my life actively trying to replicate every Niall Horan outfit ever (style icon tbh), but because I think this album shows that he’s really found his own unique sound and it feels compelling and authentic. This album makes for a really fun, enjoyable listen. How ‘Save My Life’ just missed my Spotify Wrapped, I’m not sure. I could have sworn I ran that song up more than most this year."

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Honourable mentions:

GUTS by Olivia Rodrigo

Silence Between Songs by Madison Beer

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VAN - Desire, I Want to Turn Into You by Caroline Polachek

"Every time I listen to Polacheck's album I hear something new. I get lost in something new."

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Honourable mention:

The Record by boygenius

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OLI - Blowout by John Carroll Kirby

"This album is an immaculate assortment of nu jazz jams that are the epitome of groove. You can't go wrong with these luscious, soaring synths, blistering bass lines, and incredible production. If you close your eyes you can almost imagine yourself beside the beach in a mediterranean paradise, or maybe in outer-space flying at the speed of light."

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Honourable mentions:

Sweet Dreamin' by Tex Crick

Sundown by Eddie Chacon

Desire, I Want To Turn Into You by Caroline Polachek