Sufjan Stevens
The essential Sufjan Stevens records, ranked — where to start and what to reach for next.
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1Carrie & LowellSufjan StevensStart here
Carrie & Lowell
A hushed, devastating meditation on his late mother, stripped back to whispered vocals and fingerpicked guitar. Almost unbearably intimate. A modern folk masterpiece.
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2Seven SwansSufjan StevensClassic
Seven Swans
A hushed, banjo-led record of faith and intimacy. Gentle and beloved. A quiet favourite.
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3IllinoisSufjan StevensClassic
Illinois
A maximal, orchestral song-cycle about a US state, brimming with marching-band flourishes and tender storytelling. Ambitious and joyful. His most acclaimed record.
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4The Age of AdzSufjan StevensClassic
The Age of Adz
A maximal, electronic turn from the hushed folk of Illinois. Bold and acclaimed. A creative swerve.
- Chicago from Illinois · on Best Songs of the 2000s
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