As we wrap up the year, we’re sharing some of our staff members’ favorite albums of the year. Here’s Mason Vore’s list.

5. Japanese Breakfast – Jubilee

The guitar solo in Posing for Cars has been a great meditative experience for me this year.

4. Boldly James & the Alchemist – Bo Jackson

The Manu Ginobili line in “Brickmile to Montana” is life-affirming.

3. Tyler, the Creator – CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST

The Lil Wayne verse cures all.

2. Wednesday – Twin Plagues

<3 Pedal Steel <3

1. Hayden Pedigo – Letting Go

This is some of the most beautiful music I’ve ever heard. The Texas desert beckons.

You can listen to Mason’s entire Top 5 Albums of 2021 playlist below.