2025 has been a stellar year for music, with an impressive range of albums spanning genres from pop to rock, indie to hip-hop, and beyond.
Whether you’re a long-time vinyl collector or just starting to build your collection, this year’s releases have something for everyone. Here are the best albums of 2025 that you need to add to your vinyl collection:
1. Olivia Dean - The Art of Loving
Olivia Dean’s The Art of Loving brings together her smooth vocals and unmistakable warmth. Singles "Nice to Each Other", "Lady Lady" and "Man I Need" lead the way, with "So Easy to Fall in Love" and "Baby Steps" adding gentle highlights. It's a confident and charming record that shows Olivia Dean at her best.
2. Sam Fender - People Watching
Sam Fender’s People Watching expands his signature storytelling into richer, more cinematic territory. Led by singles “People Watching”, “Wild Long Lie” and “Arm’s Length”, the album also features emotional standouts like “Crumbling Empire” and “Remember My Name”. It's a powerful addition to any collection, blending anthemic rock with raw vulnerability.
3. The Last Dinner Party - From The Pyre
From The Pyre sees The Last Dinner Party embrace a richer and more theatrical direction, expanding on the dramatic flair that defined their debut. The album is led by the singles "Second Best", "The Scythe" and "This Is the Killer Speaking", each showcasing the band’s sharpened sound and lyrical depth. The record also includes powerful highlights such as "My Lady of Mercy" and "I Hold Your Anger" blending baroque inspired arrangements with modern indie intensity. It is one of 2025's most atmospheric and ambitious releases, tailor-made for vinyl.
4. DAVE - The Boy Who Played The Harp
Dave’s The Boy Who Played the Harp is one of the most thoughtful and musically rich albums of 2025. Moments like "History" with James Blake find him reflecting on legacy with striking clarity, while "Raindance" featuring Tems brings a gentle warmth that carries through the record.
Elsewhere Dave moves between vulnerability and sharp observation. "My 27th Birthday" is quietly devastating, "Fairchild" showcases some of his most intricate writing, and the title track "The Boy Who Played the Harp" ties everything together with poetic weight. It's a powerful album that rewards every listen.
5. Sabrina Carpenter - Man’s Best Friend
Sabrina Carpenter’s Man's Best Friend is a bright and confident pop record that shows her at her most playful and assured. The album opens with "Manchild", a witty and addictive lead single, while "Tears" adds a softer emotional edge that deepens the mood.
Across the tracklist Sabrina balances fun and feeling with ease, and moments like "Go Go Juice" capture her bold pop instincts perfectly. It's a cleverly crafted album and one of 2025’s standout pop releases.
6. Tame Impala - Deadbeat
Tame Impala’s Deadbeat marks a bold shift for Kevin Parker as he dives deeper into rave-inspired psychedelia and late-night electronic textures. The album opens with "End of Summer", a shimmering track that slowly builds into a full rush of colour, before sliding into the darker pulse of "Loser", where Parker leans into a tense and hypnotic groove.
Elsewhere, the album softens into moments of reflection. "My Old Ways" brings a touch of bittersweet nostalgia, and "Afterthought" closes the record with a gentle, lingering warmth that stays with you long after it ends. Deadbeat feels like a reinvention made for late-night listening and is easily one of 2025’s most intriguing releases.
7. Florence + The Machine - Everybody Scream
Florence and The Machine’s Everybody Scream is a dramatic and richly textured album that leans into raw emotion. The title track "Everybody Scream" sets a powerful tone, while "Witch Dance" adds a pulsing, atmospheric energy.
Quieter moments bring a different kind of beauty. "Perfume And Milk" feels soft and entrancing, and "And Love" closes the record with calm devotion. Everybody Scream is a vivid and imaginative release that leaves a lasting impression.
8. CMAT - Euro Country
CMAT’s Euro Country blends sharp wit with bold pop country and indie flair. The title track "Euro Country" captures the mix of heartbreak and humour that runs through the album, while "Take a Sexy Picture of Me" brings a playful burst of energy. "When a Good Man Cries" slows the pace with striking emotional honesty.
Elsewhere, "The Jamie Oliver Petrol Station" and "Coronation St" showcase her talent for storytelling with memorable hooks. Euro Country is vibrant, clever and full of personality, revealing CMAT at her most creative.
9. Geese - Getting Killed
Geese’s Getting Killed is a restless and inventive 2025 release that pushes their sound into sharper territory. It opens with "Trinidad", a shimmering and unpredictable introduction, before the darker groove of "Cobra" takes hold. The title track "Getting Killed" is one of the album’s most gripping moments, packed with tension and sudden melodic turns.
10. Amble - Reverie
Amble’s Reverie lands as a beautifully understated album that highlights the trio’s natural harmonies and heartfelt songwriting. The album begins with "Schoolyard Days", a wistful and evocative track that sets a nostalgic tone. "Lonely Island" brings a warm, wistful sense of home and memory, and "Mariner Boy" showcases their gift for gentle acoustic storytelling.
"Mary’s Pub" adds a warm and familiar touch that deepens the album’s sense of place. Reverie stays true to Amble’s gentle spirit, offering a calm and personal collection of songs that highlight their natural harmonies and thoughtful writing.
11. Michael D. Higgins - Against All Certainty
Against All Certainty presents a thoughtful and poetic collection from Michael D Higgins, blending spoken word with gentle musical arrangements. The title piece "Against All Certainty" sets the tone, offering a reflective calm, while "Songs for the Republic" brings a sense of quiet pride and storytelling. It's an expressive release that brings something entirely different to the vinyl shelf.
12. Lady Gaga - Mayhem
Mayhem sees Lady Gaga lean into bold pop experimentation with real confidence. "Disease" sets the pace with sharp energy, and "Abracadabra" adds a bright, infectious edge. The duet "Die With a Smile" brings an easy warmth, while "LoveDrug" offers one of the album’s darker moments. "Perfect Celebrity" rounds it out with a smooth, satirical touch. Mayhem is a striking and memorable release that shows Gaga in full command.
13. Taylor Swift - Life of a Showgirl
Life of a Showgirl imagines Taylor Swift in full theatrical mode, stepping into a glittering world of storytelling and performance. The title track "Life of a Showgirl" brings a bright, playful energy, while "Curtain Call" leans into rich, old-Hollywood drama. "Spotlight Darling" adds a warm, romantic shimmer, giving the album its emotional centre. It's a fun and imaginative concept that fits perfectly within Swift’s love of character-driven song writing, making it one of the biggest releases of 2025.
14. The Beatles - Anthology 4
Anthology 4 brings together 13 previously unreleased tracks and 17 selections from the Super Deluxe editions of five classic albums, offering a rich collection of outtakes recorded between 1963 and 1969. It also includes new 2025 mixes of "Free As A Bird" and "Real Love" by Jeff Lynne, and showcases 26 tracks that have never previously appeared on vinyl. A great addition for vinyl fans and Beatles collectors alike.
15. Lily Allen - West End Girl
West End Girl marks a confident return for Lily Allen, opening with "West End Girl", a track that sets a clear and personal tone. The album moves between reflection and warmth, with "Just Enough" offering a gentle, understated finish. West End Girl feels direct, honest and true to the voice that makes her so distinctive.
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2025 has offered a strong mix of new music across many styles, and these albums are among the highlights of the year. Whether you are building a collection or simply looking for something new to enjoy, this selection is a great place to start.
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