Editor’s Note: The Albumism staff has selected what we believe to be the 110 Best Albums of the 2010s, representing a varied cross-section of artists, genres, and styles. Click “Next Album” below to explore each album in the list or for easier navigation, view the full introduction & album index here.
BANKS | Goddess
Harvest (2014)
Selected by Justin Chadwick
The strongest debut album of 2014 in my book, from one of the most exciting talents to emerge this decade. The raw intensity of the LA-based ingénue’s songwriting, undeniable charm of her versatile vocal range, and top-notch production driven by dark beats and sinister synths combine for one of the more unique and addictive listening experiences in recent past. As evidenced by the stellar singles “Drowning,” “Beggin’ For Thread,” and “Warm Water,” even when BANKS’ lyrics revolve around the weakness and vulnerability of the heart, she sustains a confident swagger that surprisingly never feels incongruous.
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