From Breaking Bad to Twin Peaks, the living room has long been a source of terror.

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There’s a wealth of quality cinema out there if you’re willing to look for it.

These are the songs that we’ll be carrying with us throughout the year and beyond.

The year’s only halfway done, and we’ve already been spoiled rotten.

These are the songs that found a way into our everyday lives and show no signs of leaving.

These heavy albums both captivated and offered solace throughout a harsh year.

These are the titles we clung to in a year dominated by division, conflict, and loss.

These are the voices that continue to touch, console, inspire, and empower us.

Plus, an in-depth conversation about the rest of the best and those yet to come.

These are the tracks that either tug at our heartstrings or go straight for the gut.

Surprises, both beautiful and heartbreaking, are the story so far this year.