Geese just scored a major win in the music world.

Geese just earned one of the year’s biggest critical accolades, as The New Yorker officially named their project Getting Killed the #1 best album of 2025. It’s a massive moment for the Brooklyn-based rock band, who’ve steadily built a reputation for being bold, unpredictable, and refreshingly offbeat.

The recognition comes at the same time vocalist Cameron Winter is celebrating his own individual praise—his solo single “Love Takes Miles” was recently ranked Pitchfork’s #1 song of 2025. Between Winter’s rising solo visibility and the band’s latest achievement, Geese are having a defining year that solidifies their place in modern indie and alt-rock.

Known for their gritty, humorous, and slightly chaotic energy, Geese blend indie/alt rock with clear ’70s inspirations, creating a sound that feels nostalgic yet totally their own. Their music doesn’t take itself too seriously, and that playful approach is part of what sets them apart in a landscape often dominated by polished mainstream releases.

Seeing Geese at the top of such a prestigious list is refreshing—a break from the typical chart-toppers—and a reminder that boundary-pushing bands still have room to shine. With both critical acclaim and growing cultural impact, it’s clear that 2025 is the year Geese fully took flight.

Ileyah

Ileyah is a mom, a writer and a musician. She loves late nights and gluten free snacks.