As we look forward to 2017, it's a good time to take a glance backward to the 2016 that was, and more particularly the music of 2016.

A good place to start is the list of lists of the best new music of 2016 compiled by computer audio Web site, AudioStream.

You can also check out these lists:

• AllMusic Best of 2016
• All About Jazz. Lists of the best new jazz of 2016 compiled by their contributing writers.
• AudioStream: Best Albums of 2016.
• Billboard: Year in Music 2016.
• The Observer: The 20 Best Jazz Albums of 2016.
• Part-Time Audiophile: Top Album Picks for 2016.
• Stereophile: The Best Jazz Albums of 2016.
• Slate: The Best Jazz Albums of 2016.
• The Telegraph: The best jazz albums of 2016.
• WOMEX: World Music Charts - End of 2016 Charts.

Enjoy reviewing of your year in music, or discover some of the good stuff you missed.

Add a comment to share you thoughts and your favourites with us.

© Wayne Butcher