What is the best Franz Ferdinand album?

Franz Ferdinand ignited the post-punk revival with their irresistible danceable guitar rock and have continued to evolve across six albums. Which record do you consider their finest?

1

Franz Ferdinand

The 2004 self-titled debut that ignited the post-punk revival with Take Me Out and the most danceable guitar rock of the decade.

2

You Could Have It So Much Better

The 2005 follow-up with an even more assertive art-rock confidence, featuring Do You Want To.

3

Tonight: Franz Ferdinand

The 2009 dance-oriented album conceived as music for all-night parties, featuring night and day versions.

4

Right Thoughts, Right Words, Right Action

The 2013 album returning to energetic guitar-pop with tighter, more focused songwriting.

5

Always Ascending

The 2018 album with a new lineup, embracing French pop and disco influences for a fresh sound.

6

The Human Fear

The 2025 album returning to their urgent angular guitar rock roots with sharp political edge.