The Top 25 Albums of 2021: Honorable Mentions


The Top 25 Albums of 2021: Honorable Mentions

2021 was not as strong of a year for albums as 2020, but it had its highlights nonetheless. Many songs were fantastic this year, but consistent albums were much fewer. Nonetheless, there were just enough to create a solid list of albums from across the world. Before we start the list, let us look at some rules.

  • The albums must have been released in full between January 1st and December 31st, 2021
  • The albums must be released in full, and if released in parts, will be counted in the year when released in full.
  • Any album from any nation or language within the time frame is included.
  • An album is a collection of songs containing 4 tracks or more.
  • Soundtracks that were largely featured or written in previous years were excluded (Ex. Geneshin Impact).
  • Compilations are excluded.

With that, let us start with some honorable mentions!


Honorable Mentions to the Honorable Mentions

Akdong Musician - Next Episode

Adele - 30

Sunmi - 1/6

Architects - For Those That Wish To Exist

B.I - Waterfall

Japanese Breakfast - Jubilee

Gaho - Fireworks

Twice - Formula of Love

Jason Moon - 17

Jannabi - Land of Fantasy

Fantastics - Fantastic Voyage



30. Altin Gün - Âlem


(Bandcamp exclusive, uploaded to YouTube by fans)


29. Agnes - Magic Still Exists



28. Seventeen - Your Choice



27. Black Country, New Road - For the First Time



26. Heize - Happen

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