It’s been a big year for Sydney Sprague. She won over crowds on tour with Pool Kids, did her own first headlining tour, released her new album somebody in hell loves you, and covered Turnstile. Next year, she’ll open part of the Mom Jeans tour.
With 2023 coming to a close, Sydney has made us a list of her 10 favorite albums of 2023, including Slow Pulp, Angel Du$t, Olivia Rodrigo, and more, with commentary on each pick. Read on for what she had to say…
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Sydney Sprague’s 10 Favorite Albums of 2023
1.) USA – Petey
This is hands down my favorite album of the year. Its an instant classic for me. “I‘ll Wait” & “Did I Mention I’m Sorry” are tied for my favorite song, they both get played on repeat just about every day.
2.) Something To Give Each Other – Troye Sivan
This album absolutely blasts my brain with good chemicals. It’s euphoric.
3.) Yard – Slow Pulp
Yard is just exactly my sh*t. The songs are simple and effective, the production is really thoughtful and there’s a ton of texture. The mood is laid back and hazy and the lyrics are full of yearning. Its like it was made in a lab for me.
4.) You Are Who You Hang Out With – The Front Bottoms
The Front Bottoms don’t miss. The songwriting on this album is really strong and I feel like they found a great balance of staying true to the TFB vibe while also trying new things. I love it.
5.) BRAND NEW SOUL – Angel Du$t
My partner, Chuck, got me really into this. He’s been playing it around the house a lot and it’s just a great mood boost.
6.) This Is Why – Paramore
The cool thing about Paramore is that there are a million different directions they could go in musically and all of them would be amazing. This album is iconic. What a sick comeback.
7.) I’M OKAY NO I’M NOT – Abby Holliday
I got introduced to Abby through my friend Michigander earlier this year and I’ve been obsessed ever since. The songs are fantastic and I really love the production on this album, especially the way Abby’s voice is presented. 10/10.
8.) The Window – Ratboys
I’d been loving The Window already, but then on Halloween I got a last minute chance to open for Ratboys in Phoenix. Hearing these songs live really cemented it for me. Chris Walla is my favorite producer, I love everything he touches and he really killed it on this one.
9.) GUTS – Olivia Rodrigo
The absolute SASS of it all. It’s a laser-sharp, perfect pop album.
10.) RUCKUS – Movements
RUCKUS gives me a really nostalgic feeling. It’s like a combination of so many things I love and it helps knowing that Movements are just some of the nicest people you could ever imagine. I love listening to this album.
