From genre-bending breakthroughs to long-awaited comebacks, this year’s music scene didn’t just push boundaries, it redrew them. In no particular order, these are Townsend’s favourite album releases of the year.

With the festive season fast approaching, Townsend have pulled together a thoughtful selection of gifts to make your Christmas shopping that little bit easier. Whether you’re buying for a dedicated vinyl collector, a gig-going friend, or simply looking to add something new to your own shelves, this year’s Christmas Gift Guide brings together our top picks in music, merch and more.

Record Store Day Black Friday is nearly here, and we couldn’t be more excited to share this year’s exclusive releases. To help you plan your haul, we’ve rounded up our top picks from the drop and linked each one directly, so you’re all set for when the event begins.

We’re halfway through 2025, and if the year so far is any clue, music is charging ahead. From long-awaited comebacks to unexpected experimental gems, in no particular order, these are Townsend’s favourite album releases of the year... (so far).

Glastonbury is finally here, and we couldn’t be more excited! To help you make the most of the weekend, we’ve rounded up our top picks.

We believe James' Live At The Acropolis is a triumph of the live album genre and a masterclass in delivering deluxe releases directly to fans.