# Readers pick favorite albums of 2026 so far: from Muna to Raye and J Cole

The Guardian published a list of readers' favorite albums of 2026 so far, spanning genres from pop to hip-hop and featuring artists like Muna, Raye, and J Cole. The poll highlights themes of queer joy and propulsive energy, reflecting diverse listener tastes early in the year.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

### Entertainment
- [The Guardian Culture](https://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/jul/14/readers-favourite-albums-of-2026-so-far-from-muna-to-raye-and-j-cole) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:38:40 GMT