On Repeat: Our Top Indie Albums of 2024

01/31/25 • 18 min

In this special On Repeat segment, we're breaking down our top indie albums of 2024! It was a massive year for music, and narrowing down our favorites wasn’t easy. From long-awaited returns to surprise discoveries, we each put together our top five albums—plus five honorable mentions—giving you a full list of 20 albums you should definitely check out.
Tune in as we dive into the sounds, stories, and standout moments that made these records essential listening. Expect everything from dreamy shoegaze to raw storytelling, electronic soundscapes to indie rock anthems. Which albums did we both have on our lists? What records completely took us by surprise? And what’s your pick for album of the year?
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"Dark and Stormy" by Tiny Monsters.
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