The 30 Best Rock Albums of 2025
Pitchfork • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Pitchfork editors have selected the top 30 rock albums of 2025, highlighting a range of artists from Britpop veterans and emo-revival bands to feminist punks and regional acts embracing local traditions.
- Suede's "Antidepressants" marks a strong continuation of their career with restless energy and catchy hooks, while debut albums like Lambrini Girls' "Who Let the Dogs Out" deliver punk anthems tackling societal issues with humor and communal joy.
- Notable releases include James McMurtry's "The Black Dog and the Wandering Boy," which explores generational trauma through detailed storytelling, and Wet Leg's "moisturizer," showcasing the band's evolution beyond their 2022 breakthrough with brash and
