Refresh your listening with the finest tracks of the past 12 months – as chosen by our writers and editors
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The best playlists, songs and artists to listen to – plus, the latest music news from around the world
The 20 best albums of 2022
Our writers and editors raided their music libraries to choose their favourite records of the year
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Your celebration playlist for a body-moving dance explosion
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They’re touching, comforting, and uplifting all at the same time
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