I'm still trying to digest and assess the 50+ new release albums I've acquired this year- not counting old stuff, or the promos I got sent but decided weren't for me and took to a charity shop after one listen. There's also a whole load of stuff- most of the stuff raved about by people on here and on other respected music sites- that I haven't even heard yet. At the moment though,

Phantom- Smoke and Mirrors
Sound Carriers- Celeste
Wolf People- Steeple

look unlikely to be dislodged from the top 3 spot. Will post more fully when I feel able.