Album Releases by Genre

Our Inventions

Our Inventions

by Lali Puna
April 27, 2010
The electro-pop group, which also includes Notwist's Markus Acher, releases its fourth full-length studio album.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Tourist History

Tourist History

by Two Door Cinema Club
April 27, 2010
The Northern Ireland duo who remixed the Phoenix track "Lasso" releases its first full-length album produced by Eliot James.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.2
Come To Life

Come To Life

by Natalie Imbruglia
April 26, 2010
The fourth album for the Australian singer features a song co-written with Coldplay's Chris Martin.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
6.9
Travelling Like The Light

Travelling Like The Light

by V.V. Brown
April 20, 2010
The British singer-songwriter who has worked with the Pussycat Dolls and Sugarbabes releases her debut album.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
6.7
All Days Are Nights: Songs For Lulu

All Days Are Nights: Songs For Lulu

by Rufus Wainwright
April 20, 2010
The sixth album for the singer-songwriter has a more stripped-down feel with Rufus' voice and piano as the focus plus three tracks based on Shakespeare's sonnets and an aria from the opera he wrote.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
My Best Friend Is You

My Best Friend Is You

by Kate Nash
April 20, 2010
The second album for the British singer-songwriter was produced by ex-Suede guitarist Bernard Butler.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
6.8
Clinging To A Scheme

Clinging To A Scheme

by The Radio Dept.
April 20, 2010
The Swedish trio returns with a more pop sound for its third release.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.6
Fire Away

Fire Away

by Ozomatli
April 20, 2010
The Grammy-winning Los Angeles-based group releases its latest album produced by Tony Berg.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Jason Castro

Jason Castro

by Jason Castro
April 13, 2010
The third runner-up in the seventh season of American Idol releases his first album produced with Eric Rosse.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
6.4
Animal Feelings

Animal Feelings

by Rafter
April 13, 2010
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Weathervanes

Weathervanes

by Freelance Whales
April 13, 2010
This is the debut album for the New York City indie quintet.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.1
Leave Your Sleep

Leave Your Sleep

by Natalie Merchant
April 13, 2010
The former 10,000 Maniacs singer releases a 26-track solo album based on poems about childhood.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.3
Everybody Wants To Be On TV

Everybody Wants To Be On TV

by Scouting For Girls
April 12, 2010
Andy Green returns as producer for the second album for the British indie rock band.
Metascore:
47
User Score:
2.9
Go

Go

by Jónsi
April 6, 2010
After releasing an album with boyfriend Alex Somers in 2009, the Sigur Ros singer returns with his first solo album produced with Peter Katis.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.0
Black Tambourine

Black Tambourine

by Black Tambourine
March 30, 2010
The compilation, which includes six unreleased songs, as well as tracks released earlier on 1999's "Complete Recordings," for the Washington, D.C.-area indie pop band which was originally formed as a side project for members of Whorl and Velocity Girl with Pam Berry as the lead singer.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
6.9
I Will Be

I Will Be

by Dum Dum Girls
March 30, 2010
The debut album for Dee Dee (aka Kristen Gundred) was recorded with the help of producer Richard Gottehrer.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.4
Two Thousand And Ten Injuries

Two Thousand And Ten Injuries

by Love Is All
March 23, 2010
The third album for the Swedish indie rock band is the first with Polyvinyl.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Head First

Head First

by Goldfrapp
March 23, 2010
The latest studio album for Alison Goldfrapp and producer Will Gregory finds the duo moving away from the more ambient sound of 2008's "Seventh Tree."
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.0
My World 2.0

My World 2.0

by Justin Bieber
March 23, 2010
The second release for the Canadian singer is described as the second half of his debut album--the first half being the November 2009 release "My World."
Metascore:
68
User Score:
3.4
Interpreting The Masters, Volume 1: A Tribute to Daryl Hall And John Oates

Interpreting The Masters, Volume 1: A Tribute to Daryl Hall And John Oates

by The Bird And The Bee
March 23, 2010
Inara George and Greg Kurstin cover eight Hall & Oates classic songs, including one original song influenced by the duo.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Sweet 7

Sweet 7

by Sugababes
March 15, 2010
The seventh album for the British pop group is its first with new singer Jade Ewen, who replaced Keisha Buchanan, the last original member.
Metascore:
39
User Score:
3.8
jj no 3

jj no 3

by jj
March 9, 2010
Until jj signed with Secretly Canadian to release its second full-length album, the identity of the Swedish duo was unknown to the industry at large.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
6.9
Scratch My Back

Scratch My Back

by Peter Gabriel
March 2, 2010
"Scratch My Back" is Peter Gabriel's first album in eight years--and the first in a series of releases--in which Gabriel covers the works of his favorite artists in exchange for his own collection of covers by those artists in the forthcoming album, "I'll Scratch Yours." The tracklist includes Arcade Fire's "My Body Is a Cage," Bon Iver's "Flume," David Bowie's "Heroes," Lou Reed's "The Power of the Heart," Paul Simon's "The Boy in the Bubble," and Radiohead's "Street Spirit (Fade Out)" to name a few.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
6.3
Fight Softly

Fight Softly

by The Ruby Suns
March 2, 2010
The third album for the New Zealand-based indie band led by Ryan McPhun is its first on the Sub Pop label.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.2
Hands

Hands

by Little Boots
March 2, 2010
The debut album for the singer-songwriter was produced with Greg Kurstin and Joe Goddard.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.8
The Pursuit

The Pursuit

by Jamie Cullum
March 2, 2010
The latest album for the young jazz artist features both original and cover songs including Cole Porter's "Just One of Those Things," Rihanna's "Don't Stop the Music," Sweeney Todd's "Not While I'm Around."
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.2
The Beat Is...

The Beat Is...

by Alphabeat
March 1, 2010
The Danish group returns with its second album on new label Polydor.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
7.4
Love & War

Love & War

by Daniel Merriweather
February 23, 2010
Better remembered for his vocal contributions on Mark Ronson's "Here Comes the Fuzz," as well as his mash-up for the single "Stop Me" as heard on Ronson's album, the Australian R&B vocalist will release his debut album entitled, Love & War.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
6.6
Magic Chairs

Magic Chairs

by Efterklang
February 23, 2010
The third album for the Danish band was produced by Gareth Jones and recorded with a live band.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.4
I Liked It Better When You Had No Heart

I Liked It Better When You Had No Heart

by Butch Walker And The Black Widows
February 23, 2010
The producer-singer-songwriter returns with his first album to be credited with his new backing band, The Black Widows.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
6.7
European

European

by Sambassadeur
February 23, 2010
The Swedish pop band named after the Serge Gainsbourg's song releases its third album.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Minor Love

Minor Love

by Adam Green
February 16, 2010
Heavily influenced by the likes of Lou Reed and the Velvet Underground, Adam Green (the alternative-folk singer/songwriter better known for his stint with the lo-fi indie group Moldy Peaches) returns with his sixth studio album.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.3
Fixin' The Charts, Volume One

Fixin' The Charts, Volume One

by Everybody Was In The French Resistance...Now
February 16, 2010
The latest concept album from Art Brut's Eddie Argos and Blood Arm's Dylan Valdes consists of 12 pop responses, such as "Billie's Genes," where a grown-up child responds to Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean."
Metascore:
60
User Score:
6.0
Soldier Of Love

Soldier Of Love

by Sade
February 9, 2010
After a 10-year hiatus, Sade returns with her sixth studio effort and first since 2000's "Lover's Rock."
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.1
Ya-Ka-May

Ya-Ka-May

by Galactic
February 9, 2010
Heavily influenced by hip-hop, rock, blues, funk, and jazz, the New Orleans "Bounce" quintet Galactic enlists vocal legends for its sixth studio effort. These include Rebirth Brass Band and Irma Thomas, as well as such up-and-coming Bounce artists as Cheeky Blakk, Big Freedia, and Sissy Nobby.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.3
XXXX

XXXX

by You Say Party! We Say Die!
February 9, 2010
Released in their native country last fall, the third album for the Canadian rockers finds the quintet adds new variations to their sound.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Who I Am

Who I Am

by Nick Jonas And The Administration
February 2, 2010
The youngest brother of the Jonas Brothers, with the help of a backing band that comprises members from Prince's New Power Generation, releases his solo side project.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
5.2
Concrete Jungle

Concrete Jungle

by Nneka
February 2, 2010
Nneka's first US release is an inspirational mix of love, hope, optimism, and 21st-century soul music.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.0
Paper Dolls

Paper Dolls

by The Brunettes
February 2, 2010
The New Zealand duo releases their fourth full-length album.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
The Courage Of Others

The Courage Of Others

by Midlake
February 2, 2010
Released on Bella Union Records, The Courage Of Others is Midlake's third full-length album.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.0
Heart Of My Own

Heart Of My Own

by Basia Bulat
January 26, 2010
The second album for the Canadian singer-songwriter was produced by Howard Bilerman.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.4
A Reality Tour

A Reality Tour

by David Bowie
January 26, 2010
The two-disc remastered set features a live recording from a 2003 concert in Dublin, Ireland, and three unreleased tracks.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.1
What Is Love

What Is Love

by Never Shout Never
January 26, 2010
The eight-track album by Christofer Drew was produced by Butch Walker.
Metascore:
55
User Score:
5.6
IRM

IRM

by Charlotte Gainsbourg
January 26, 2010
The first daughter of modern French pop releases her third album, IRM (the album's title is French for the MRI machines), produced by Beck.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.2
Teen Dream

Teen Dream

by Beach House
January 26, 2010
The CD/DVD set features the first album on Sub Pop for the dream pop duo from Baltimore.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.1
The Colossus

The Colossus

by RJD2
January 19, 2010
The fourth full-length album for the producer-DJ better known to the general public as the creator of the "Mad Men" theme (an edited version of his instrumental track "A Beautiful Mine.").
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Astro Coast

Astro Coast

by Surfer Blood
January 19, 2010
The Florida-based quintet shows the influence of 1990s alternative and indie rock music on its debut full-length album.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.5
Contra

Contra

by Vampire Weekend
January 12, 2010
The second album for the rock band was produced by band member, Rostam Batmanglij.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
6.9
Y Not

Y Not

by Ringo Starr
January 12, 2010
The latest solo album for the Beatles drummer features Paul McCartney on the track "Walk With You," as well as guest vocals from Joss Stone, Ben Harper, and Richard Marx.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
7.3
Animal

Animal

by Ke$ha
January 5, 2010
The debut album for the singer who appeared on the Flo Rida single "Right Round."
Metascore:
54
User Score:
6.2
Unbroken

Unbroken

by Katherine McPhee
January 5, 2010
John Alagia produced the American Idol comtestant's second album.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
7.4
Chant Darling

Chant Darling

by Lawrence Arabia
January 4, 2010
This is the second album for New Zealand's James Milne as Lawrence Arabia, who previously was a touring musician with Okkervil River.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
5.9
Stronger With Each Tear

Stronger With Each Tear

by Mary J. Blige
December 21, 2009
The latest album for the R&B singer features guest performers Drake, T.I., and Trey Songz as well as a song from the film "Precious."
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.3
The Element Of Freedom

The Element Of Freedom

by Alicia Keys
December 15, 2009
The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter releases her fourth studio album.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.4
Dreamin' Man Live '92

Dreamin' Man Live '92

by Neil Young
December 8, 2009
The latest from Neil Young's Archives Performance Series features live songs from various appearances in 1992 before the release of "Harvest Moon."
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.3
Shock Value II

Shock Value II

by Timbaland
December 8, 2009
The third solo album for the producer features appearances by Brandy, Miley Cyrus, Chris Daughtry, Drake, The Fray, Keri Hilson, Chad Kroeger, Katy Perry, and Justin Timberlake.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
6.7
Straight No Chaser

Straight No Chaser

by Mr. Hudson
December 1, 2009
The second album for the British singer was produced with Kanye West, who also appears as a guest artist.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
7.2
Just Like You

Just Like You

by Allison Iraheta
December 1, 2009
The top female finisher on the eighth season of American Idol releases her debut album.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
6.5
For Your Entertainment

For Your Entertainment

by Adam Lambert
November 23, 2009
The runner-up in season eight of American Idol releases his debut album.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.3
The Fame Monster

The Fame Monster

by Lady Gaga
November 23, 2009
The New York-born singer releases an eight track album inspired by her current fame.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.9
I Dreamed A Dream

I Dreamed A Dream

by Susan Boyle
November 23, 2009
The Britain’s Got Talent runner-up releases her debut album produced by Steve Mac.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
6.0
She Wolf

She Wolf

by Shakira
November 23, 2009
The Colombian singer releases her third English-language album, which reunites her with Wyclef Jean, who appeared on their number one single "Hips Don't Lie."
Metascore:
72
User Score:
5.7
Reality Killed The Video Star

Reality Killed The Video Star

by Robbie Williams
November 17, 2009
The former Take That singer releases his latest solo album produced by Trevor Horn.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.9
Don't Stop

Don't Stop

by Annie
November 17, 2009
The second album for the Norwegian singer features guest appearances by Franz Ferdinand's Alex Kapranos and Datarock's Fredrik Saroea.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.8
Battle Studies

Battle Studies

by John Mayer
November 17, 2009
The singer-songwriter's latest album was co-produced with Steve Jordan.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.4
Kris Allen

Kris Allen

by Kris Allen
November 17, 2009
This is the first major label album for the winner of the eighth season of American Idol.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
6.4
My World

My World

by Justin Bieber
November 17, 2009
This is the debut album for the Canadian singer who was discovered on YouTube.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
3.2
Good Evening New York City

Good Evening New York City

by Paul McCartney
November 17, 2009
The three-disc set (two CDs and a DVD) features a recording of the ex-Beatle's three-night concert in New York City's Citi Field on July 17, 18, and 21, 2009.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.1
Never Cry Another Tear

Never Cry Another Tear

by Bad Lieutenant
November 10, 2009
This is the debut album for the rock band formed by three members of New Order, Jake Evans, and Blur's Alex James appears as a guest.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
7.4
Rewolf

Rewolf

by Asobi Seksu
November 10, 2009
The fourth full-length album for the New York City-based band features reworkings of some of its previously released songs.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Hello Hurricane

Hello Hurricane

by Switchfoot
November 10, 2009
The latest album for the rock band from San Diego is the first of four recorded in the same session to be released.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.9
Up To Now

Up To Now

by Snow Patrol
November 10, 2009
The two-disc compilation album features three new tracks.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
6.9
You Are The One I Pick

You Are The One I Pick

by Felix
November 3, 2009
This is the debut album for the duo of Lucinda Chua and Chris Summerlin.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Islands

Islands

by The Mary Onettes
November 3, 2009
The Swedish band returns with its second full-length album.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.4
Swords

Swords

by Morrissey
November 3, 2009
The compilation contains b-sides from his past three albums.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.4
Glee: The Music, Volume 1

Glee: The Music, Volume 1

by Various Artists
November 3, 2009
The soundtrack features songs from the first season of the TV show.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
6.5
Say Anything

Say Anything

by Say Anything
November 3, 2009
The third album for the Los Angeles rock band was produced by Neal Avron.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.6
Strict Joy

Strict Joy

by The Swell Season
October 27, 2009
Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova release their follow-up to the soundtrack of the Academy Award-winning film "Once."
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.2
Soulbook

Soulbook

by Rod Stewart
October 26, 2009
Rod Stewart's latest album features covers of Motown and soul classics.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
6.3
If On A Winter's Night...

If On A Winter's Night...

by Sting
October 26, 2009
Sting's latest solo album features some traditional music from the UK with winter themes.
Metascore:
43
User Score:
7.4
3 Words

3 Words

by Cheryl Cole
October 26, 2009
After seven years and five studio albums released while in all-girl group Girls Aloud, British R&B pop singer, Cheryl Cole goes solo.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
6.4
Love Is Not Pop

Love Is Not Pop

by El Perro del Mar
October 20, 2009
The third album for the Swedish singer was produced with Rasmus Hagg.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Lungs

Lungs

by Florence + the Machine
October 20, 2009
The debut album for the band led by Florence Welch was produced by Paul Epworth, James Ford and Steve Mackay.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.6
Reservoir

Reservoir

by Fanfarlo
October 13, 2009
Peter Katis produced the debut album for the Simon Balthazar-led band.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.3
Crazy Love

Crazy Love

by Michael Buble
October 9, 2009
The fourth studio album for the Canadian singer was produced by David Foster, Bob Rock and Humberto Gatica.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.4
Give Up The Ghost

Give Up The Ghost

by Brandi Carlile
October 6, 2009
The third album for the singer-songwriter was produced by Rick Rubin.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.4
Run Rabbit Run

Run Rabbit Run

by Osso
October 6, 2009
The string quartet performs Sufjan Stevens' 2001 album, "Enjoy Your Rabbit."
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
xx

xx

by The xx
October 6, 2009
This is the debut album for the South London quartet.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.6
Expressions

Expressions

by Music Go Music
October 6, 2009
This is the debut full-length album for the Los Angeles-based rock trio.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Humanoid

Humanoid

by Tokio Hotel
October 6, 2009
David Jost produces the German band's second English language album.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
6.7
This Is Us

This Is Us

by Backstreet Boys
October 6, 2009
The Backstreet Boys second album without Kevin Richardson reunites them with producer Max Martin.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.9
The Liberty Of Norton Folgate

The Liberty Of Norton Folgate

by Madness
September 29, 2009
Clive Langer and Alan Winstanley return to produce the band's first album of new music since 1999.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.1
Memoirs Of An Imperfect Angel

Memoirs Of An Imperfect Angel

by Mariah Carey
September 29, 2009
The 12th studio album for the singer was produced with L.A. Reid, Tricky Stewart, and The-Dream.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
5.6
Love Is The Answer

Love Is The Answer

by Barbra Streisand
September 29, 2009
The singer/actor/director's latest album features jazz and Broadway standards produced by Diana Krall.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.6
Celebration

Celebration

by Madonna
September 29, 2009
The last album from Madonna on the Warner Brothers label is a compilation of her greatest hits plus two new tracks.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.7
Yeah Ghost

Yeah Ghost

by Zero 7
September 29, 2009
The fourth album for Henry Binns and Sam Hardaker features a new singer, Eska Mtungwazi (longtime contributor Sia has branched off to her own solo career).
Metascore:
59
User Score:
5.9
La Roux

La Roux

by La Roux
September 29, 2009
Elly Jackson and Ben Langmaid release their debut album, which has been nominated for the 2009 Mercury Prize.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.2
Bright Penny

Bright Penny

by Liam Hayes And Plush
September 28, 2009
The third album for the Chicago-based singer-songwriter is the first credited to his expanded name.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Do You Want The Truth Or Something Beautiful?

Do You Want The Truth Or Something Beautiful?

by Paloma Faith
September 28, 2009
This is the debut album for the British actress/singer.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
8.0
My Way

My Way

by Ian Brown
September 28, 2009
The latest solo album for the former Stone Roses singer was produced by Dave McCracken.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.7