The Best Albums of 2017, According to Us

"In a recent interview, St. Vincent admitted to me that her new album is about personal sadness. And yet, this intimate portrait of her personal emotional space has broad appeal. Somehow, this indie-rock goddess has perfectly represented the feelings of dread, deep sadness, and even anger that a great many of us are feeling in 2017. MASSEDUCTION is frenetic in the best way; it's blisteringly sad, but misery loves company. Sometimes, it's nice to wallow in your woes with someone else. Here, St. Vincent has given listeners a space to do exactly that." — RR