You'd think we'd be used to it by now, but somehow, every year, the passing of time baffles us. How are we halfway through 2022 already?
Haven't we basically just had Christmas? Well now, with the year having seen 22 different Number 1 albums and some huge hit singles, we're feeling reflective.
Yep, it's time for the Official Charts team's picks of 2022's musical offerings so far. Check out the records we've had on repeat below.
Cocteau Twin Liz Fraser returns with her partner Damon Reece on this exquisite track (and accompanying EP), which provides echoes of influences and influenced (from Kate Bush to Goldfrapp) and reminds us of her shimmering genius.
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