AllMusic 2014 Year in Review
Favorite Singer/Songwriter Albums
Excellent releases from Nicole Atkins, Leonard Cohen, Kimbra, Jenny Lewis and Paolo Nutini led the charge of this year's best new singer/songwriter albums.
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On his seventh full-length, the Galwegian singer and songwriter delivers the masterpiece he's promised from the beginning.
The second album from AgesandAges combines their celebratory music with their unbound optimism.
On her first offering in four years, the singer, songwriter, and bassist delivers a fine, rootsy, concept record about restlessness.
Captivating indie folksinger expands in all directions with a new sense of fearlessness to her voice and songwriting.
Jocie Adams' new band debuts an album of brilliant, accessible songs that streak across pop, folk, jazz, classical, rock, and more.
The Philly-based songwriter messes with Texas in just the right way on this album featuring Augie Meyers of the Sir Douglas Quintet.
After one of a few lengthy disappearances, this cult songwriter resurfaces with an album of optimistic jangly guitar pop.
The second offering by the guitarist, singer, and songwriter is unassuming, poetic, and quite sophisticated. Fiona Apple, Jon Brion, and a fine cast assist.
Link of Chain: A Songwriters' Tribute to Chris Smither
Fifteen celebrated songwriters pay homage to an esteemed peer on this tribute to the gifted guitarist and tunesmith.
Oberst's first major-label LP is also his brightest, slickest record to date.
Brothers and Sisters of the Eternal Son
Working again with skilled producer Richard Swift, the long-running indie folksinger turns in more adventurous fare on his 11th album.
Grammy-winning Minnesotan songwriting hero finally delivers his strong second solo album.
Third album (and first in six years) from glam-minded songwriter takes a turn toward beachy vocal harmonies and dusty production.
This gently crafted album is the songwriter's graceful yet gritty response to divorce and its aftermath.
The veteran L.A. singer/songer pairs up with Nick Lowe's backing band for an austere and extremely well put-together effort.
On her return to original material, the Canadian pianist and songwriter delivers a striking new direction. Lionel Loueke guests.
The Kings of Convenience singer collaborates with Icelandic reggae group Hjálmar on his wonderfully charming sophomore release.
A warm, breezy, and soulful set of R&B-kissed country-pop confections featuring the legendary Hi Rhythm Section.
The former wizard of wordplay delivers a sun-kissed romantic record for couples already in love.
A gorgeous, melancholy collection of sunshine and heartache that's quintessentially L.A.
Joan as Police Woman's fifth album is a soulful treatise on happiness and what it takes to get it.
The respected singer and songwriter says a great deal with simple means on this set of songs about love and relationships.
A wonderful and at times brilliant set of intimate songs from this impressive songwriter out of Oklahoma.
The singer/songwriter, buoyed by three guitarists, horns, reeds, and two drummers, deftly and provocatively explores American roots music.
The ambitious singer and songwriter melds soul, jazz, funk, and rock to create a dizzying, provocative new collection.
The Canadian singer/songwriter turns in a stunningly elegant work of art on his warmly ambient third album.
Spare, mournful set of songs about heartache in various forms; beautifully crafted, but takes its sadness very seriously.
The Texas singer/songwriter's '60s pop-influenced third studio album, with production from Mitchell Froom.
The New Zealand singer/songwriter's second album delivers vibrant R&B and pop pastiches that borrow the best of Michael Jackson and Prince.
The Australian songwriter delivers a strikingly intimate and deeply affecting record of spare beauty.
Two days after his 80th birthday, the iconic songwriter and producer Patrick Leonard deliver a riveting collection of nine new songs.
Finn dives headfirst into a wild studio-crafted pop universe on an album that takes his songwriting smarts in a new direction.
This song cycle about the aftermath of a romantic relationship is a near-perfect collaboration between songwriter, performers, and producer.
Fifth album from this indie songwriter reflects the aftermath of a harrowing breakup with gorgeous arrangements and production.
When the Cellar Children See the Light of Day
Wagner's riveting second album is a beautiful, unsettling set of songs about the terrible things people do in the name of love.
Beautifully cinematic pop from the singer/songwriter behind P:ano and No Kids.
On her third LP, the New Jersey native collaborates with Swedish producer Tore Johansson and delivers a darkly groovy gem.
The Cardigans and A Camp singer's solo debut delivers a more personal, vulnerable take on her sparkling pop songwriting.
On his third full-length, the whiskey-voiced, Scottish singer/songwriter takes on the mantle of retro-funk and soul.
On his Atlantic debut, the Leeds-based singer/songwriter erects an elaborate dream pop soundworld to house his artfully written songs.
The Lights from the Chemical Plant
On his third album, this singer/songwriter reveals a polished new sound without forsaking his roots traditions.
Robert Francis & the Night Tide
On his first self-produced effort, the singer/songwriter delivers a poignant, musically ambitious collection with his new band.
Nostalgic, autumnal singer/songwriter album that stands with his best post-Aztec Camera recordings.
After two collaborative recordings, the singer/songwriter returns solo with an excellent collection of new songs.
The songwriter's Oliver Wood-produced set is his leanest-sounding and most diverse musically, though blues remains at its heart.
Sophomore effort from this vocalist, composer, and instrumentalist is a compelling update of the '70s singer/songwriter era.
Indie rock legends Ted Leo and Aimee Mann collaborate on a batch of brainy and hooky songs that showcase the best of both artists' work.
The South Seas / John Southworth
A glowing pastiche of sunset-driven '70s soft rock and heady, jazz-tinged chamber pop with a distinct Canadian twist.
Third album from this soul-inspired indie songwriter takes a turn toward darker, more insular sounds.
Softly lit, mellow acoustic roots folk excellence from this highly prolific and ever-changing indie songwriter.