Best of 2023 music lists

Ryan LaCroix's list includes albums from Carter Sampson, Lincka, S. Reidy and more.

The Mean Hustle host's favorite albums list includes selections by Angel Olsen, Bully, Jenny Lewis & more.

Ryan LaCroix's favorites list includes songs by CHVRCHES, Arlo Parks, Liang Lawrence and more.

The best jazz albums of the year feel supercharged with the spirit of discovery, but also offer revelations — both comforting and challenging — the deeper you dig.

There was one overwhelming favorite album that topped this year's All Songs Considered listener poll, and it wasn't even close.

No One Man host Don Data's favorite albums of 2023 include selections by Danny Brown, Sampha, Kelela and more.

Discover a broad spectrum of this year's most compelling classical music, from symphonic hell rides and soaring voices to searing string quartets, cathartic choirs and one amazing comeback.

Lindsey Cox's favorite albums of 2023 include selections by Palehound, SNOOPER, Decisive Pink and more.

A best-of list should be an opportunity for discovery, so NPR Music has handmade a series of mixtapes full of great songs from 2023 to help you find music you'll love well beyond the end of the year.

Oklahoma Rock Show's top 25 of 2023 includes songs by Carter Sampson, Husbands, Keyland and more!