Album Releases by Genre

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
I'm New Here

I'm New Here

by Gil Scott-Heron
February 9, 2010
Poet, musician, and singer/songwriter Gil Scott-Heron is one of the most influential progenitors of hip-hop music. Such artists as Kanye West, Mos Def, Black Star, and Air have sampled his work. Now, the poet returns with his first album in 15 years released on XL Recordings.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.6
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
Another Round

Another Round

by Jaheim
February 9, 2010
The R&B singer's fifth studio album features Jadakiss on the remix of the single, "Ain't Leaving Without You."
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Kings Ballad

Kings Ballad

by Georgia Anne Muldrow
February 9, 2010
The latest album for the funk singer-songwriter from California contains references to Michael Jackson.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
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
The Sea

The Sea

by Corinne Bailey Rae
January 26, 2010
The second album for the British singer includes darker-themed songs influenced by the death of her husband.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.7
Ollusion

Ollusion

by Omarion
January 12, 2010
The third solo album for the former member of B2K features guest appearances by Gucci Mane, Jay Rock, Marques Houston, and Tank.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
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
Sex Therapy

Sex Therapy

by Robin Thicke
December 15, 2009
The fourth album for the R&B singer features such guests as Estelle, The Game, Jay-Z, Kid Cudi, and Snoop Dogg.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
5.8
Graffiti

Graffiti

by Chris Brown
December 8, 2009
The third album for the R&B singer features Game, Lil Wayne, Lupe Fiasco, Plies, Swizz Beatz, Trey Songz, Eva Simons, and Tank as his guest singers.
Metascore:
39
User Score:
5.0
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
Untitled

Untitled

by R. Kelly
December 1, 2009
The latest solo album for the R&B singer features Keri Hilson, Rock City, Tyrese, Robin Thicke, and The-Dream as guest singers.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.9
Rated R

Rated R

by Rihanna
November 23, 2009
The fourth studio album for the R&B singer from Barbados features Slash, will.i.am, and Young Jeezy as guest artists.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.2
All Or Nothing

All Or Nothing

by Jay Sean
November 23, 2009
The British singer's first album on the Cash Money label features such guests as Lil Wayne, Sean Paul, and Lil Jon.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
6.4
Unexpected

Unexpected

by Angie Stone
November 23, 2009
This is the fifth album for the R&B singer/actor born in South Carolina.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Echo

Echo

by Leona Lewis
November 17, 2009
The second album for the "X Factor" winner features production help from a variety of people including Justin Timberlake, Ryan Tedder, John Shanks, and Max Martin.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
8.2
In Love & War

In Love & War

by Amerie
November 3, 2009
The fourth album for the R&B singer features Fabolous, Lil Wayne, and Trey Songz as a guest artists.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
5.1
Evolution Of A Man

Evolution Of A Man

by Brian McKnight
October 27, 2009
The latest album for the R&B singer features Jill Scott and Stevie Wonder as guest performers.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
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
Colour Me Free

Colour Me Free

by Joss Stone
October 20, 2009
The fourth album for the singer/actor features Jeff Beck, Sheila E., Nas, Raphael Saadiq, and David Sanborn as guest artists.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.0
D.N.A.

D.N.A.

by Mario
October 13, 2009
The fourth album for the R&B singer features Big Sean, Sean Garrett, and Gucci Mane as guests.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Devil's Halo

Devil's Halo

by Me'Shell Ndegéocello
October 6, 2009
The latest album for the Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter was produced with Chris Bruce.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.3
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
Ghostdini: Wizard Of Poetry

Ghostdini: Wizard Of Poetry

by Ghostface Killah
September 29, 2009
This Wu-Tang Clan member's latest album features John Legend, Fabolous, Raheem DeVaughn, Lloyd, and Estelle as guest singers.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.1
Burn It Down

Burn It Down

by The Dynamites Featuring Charles Walker
September 15, 2009
This is the Nashville band's latest album with singer Charles Walker.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Kamaal The Abstract

Kamaal The Abstract

by Q-Tip
September 15, 2009
Seven years later, Q-Tip finally sees his second album officially released. Arista Records shelved the album in 2002, which features a more jazzy feel than his debut, "Amplified."
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.6
Turn It Up

Turn It Up

by Pixie Lott
September 14, 2009
The debut album for the British singer/actress has already spawned a number one single in the UK.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
7.3
A Strange Arrangement

A Strange Arrangement

by Mayer Hawthorne
September 8, 2009
Andrew Cohen, the Michigan-born singer-songwriter, releases his debut album.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.7
Ready

Ready

by Trey Songz
September 1, 2009
The third album for the R&B singer features Che Gibson, Drake, Fabolous, Gucci Mane, and Soulja Boy Tell 'Em as guests.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.5
I Look To You

I Look To You

by Whitney Houston
August 31, 2009
The multi-award winning singer returns to release her first album in seven years.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.9
Turn Me Loose

Turn Me Loose

by Ledisi
August 18, 2009
This is the fourth studio album for the New Orleans R&B singer.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
6.3
Anjulie

Anjulie

by Anjulie
August 4, 2009
The debut album for Canadian singer-songwriter was produced by Jon Levine.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Exposed

Exposed

by Kristinia DeBarge
July 28, 2009
This is the debut album for the daughter of 1980's pop group member James DeBarge.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.6
BLACKsummers'night

BLACKsummers'night

by Maxwell
July 7, 2009
The first album for the singer since 2001's "Now" is part of a planned trilogy (the next two albums to be named BlackSUMMERS'night and Blacksummers'NIGHT).
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.7
Jeremih

Jeremih

by Jeremih
June 30, 2009
The debut album for the Chicago R&B singer was produced by Mick Schultz.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.3
A Man's Thoughts

A Man's Thoughts

by Ginuwine
June 23, 2009
The latest album for the singer features Brandy, Bun B, Missy Elliott, and Timberland as guests.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
tbd
The E.N.D.

The E.N.D.

by The Black Eyed Peas
June 9, 2009
The Black Eyed Peas return to release its first studio album in five years.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
6.4
Just Go

Just Go

by Lionel Richie
May 19, 2009
The multi-award winning R&B singer's latest release features Akon as a guest artist.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.5
Fantasy Ride

Fantasy Ride

by Ciara
May 5, 2009
The third album for the Atlanta, Georgia singer features guest appearances by Missy Elliot, Justin Timberlake, The-Dream, Ludacris, Chris Brown, and Young Jeezy.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
5.5
Epiphany

Epiphany

by Chrisette Michele
May 5, 2009
The second album for the Grammy-winning singer features Ne-Yo as a guest artist.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.2
Potato Hole

Potato Hole

by Booker T.
April 21, 2009
The first solo album for Booker T in 20 years features Neil Young and the Drive-By Truckers.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.7
Elixer

Elixer

by Bria Valente
March 29, 2009
The debut album from the new singer was packaged together with two albums by her producer, Prince.
Metascore:
49
User Score:
7.2
In A Perfect World...

In A Perfect World...

by Keri Hilson
March 24, 2009
The long-delayed debut album for Keri Hilson features Timbaland, Lil Wayne, Keyshia Cole, Ne-Yo, T-Pain, Akon, Lil Jon, and Trina as guest artists.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.5
Love vs Money

Love vs Money

by The-Dream
March 10, 2009
The second album for the producer/singer was produced with Chrstopher "Tricky" Stewart and features guest appearances by Kanye West, Mariah Carey, and Lil Jon.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.4
Ashley Walters

Ashley Walters

by Ashley Walters
February 23, 2009
The "Hustle" actor/singer/rapper releases his latest solo album.
Metascore:
48
User Score:
tbd
Uncle Charlie

Uncle Charlie

by Charlie Wilson
February 17, 2009
The former lead singer for The Gap Band releases his second solo album, which features guest appearances by Jamie Foxx, T-Pain, and Snoop Dogg.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Testimony: Vol. 2, Love & Politics

Testimony: Vol. 2, Love & Politics

by India.Arie
February 10, 2009
The follow-up to "Testimony: Vol. 1, Life & Relationship" features MC Lyte, Musiq Soulchild, Gramps Morgan, Dobet Gnahore, Terrell Carter and Sezen Aksu as guest artists.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.0
Ryan Leslie

Ryan Leslie

by Ryan Leslie
February 10, 2009
The Harvard graduate releases his debut American album.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.6
Coming Back To You

Coming Back To You

by Melinda Doolittle
February 3, 2009
The ex-American Idol finalist releases her debut album.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.8
Eye Legacy

Eye Legacy

by Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes
January 27, 2009
The final album for the former TLC member features songs recorded before her death in 2002.
Metascore:
48
User Score:
tbd
A Different Me

A Different Me

by Keyshia Cole
December 16, 2008
2Pac's collaboration with Keyshia, 'Playa Cardz Right' (also released on his posthumous album "Pac's Life"), is featured on the third album for the R&B artist.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
3.3
Intuition

Intuition

by Jamie Foxx
December 16, 2008
The third album for the actor/singer features Marsha Ambrosius, The Dream, Fabolous, Lil Wayne, Ne-Yo, T.I, T-Pain, and Kanye West as guests.
Metascore:
56
User Score:
7.8
The Point Of It All

The Point Of It All

by Anthony Hamilton
December 16, 2008
The latest album for the producer/singer from North Carolina features David Banner on the single 'Cool.'
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.2
Human

Human

by Brandy
December 9, 2008
The fifth album for the R&B singer is her first with the Epic label.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
5.0
OnMyRadio

OnMyRadio

by Musiq Soulchild
December 9, 2008
The fifth album for the R&B singer features Mary J. Blige and Damian Marley as guests.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Freedom

Freedom

by Akon
December 2, 2008
The third album for the Grammy-winning singer/producer features guest appearances by Lil Wayne, T-Pain, Young Jeezy, and Wyclef Jean.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
7.5
The Alesha Show

The Alesha Show

by Alesha Dixon
November 24, 2008
The former Mis-Teeq singer releases her second solo album (her first, "Fired Up," was released only in Japan).
Metascore:
68
User Score:
6.1
I Am...Sasha Fierce

I Am...Sasha Fierce

by Beyoncé
November 18, 2008
The third solo album for the ex-Destiny's Child singer features songs attributed to her alter ego Sasha Fierce.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.6
Thr33 Ringz

Thr33 Ringz

by T-Pain
November 11, 2008
The third album for the Florida artist features guests such as Chris Brown, Akon, Ludacris, Lil Wayne, Kanye West, Mary J. Blige and T.I.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
6.3
Soul

Soul

by Seal
November 11, 2008
Seal sings some classic soul songs on his sixth album produced by David Foster.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
8.3
Evolver

Evolver

by John Legend
October 28, 2008
The latest album for the Grammy-winning artist features Andre 3000, Brandy, Estelle and Kanye West as guests.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.2
Pebble To A Pearl

Pebble To A Pearl

by Nikka Costa
October 14, 2008
The latest album for the singer was produced with her husband Justin Stanley.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.6
Leave It All Behind

Leave It All Behind

by The Foreign Exchange
October 14, 2008
This is the second album for the duo of Little Brother's Phonte and producer Nicolay.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
7.9
Unexpected

Unexpected

by Michelle Williams
October 7, 2008
The third solo album for the former Destiny's Child member features Flo Rida as a guest on one track.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
6.7
Jennifer Hudson

Jennifer Hudson

by Jennifer Hudson
September 30, 2008
The debut album for the for the "American Idol" finalist features Ludacris, T-Pain, and Fantasia as guests.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
6.2
Something Else

Something Else

by Robin Thicke
September 30, 2008
The third album for the R&B artist was produced with The Neptunes and Pro Jay.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
6.3
Doll Domination

Doll Domination

by Pussycat Dolls
September 23, 2008
The sophomore album for the dance pop group includes guest appearances by Snoop Dogg, R Kelly, Missy Elliot, and Polow da Don.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
7.2
Year Of The Gentleman

Year Of The Gentleman

by Ne-Yo
September 16, 2008
The third album for the R&B singer features songs produced by Stargate, Stereotypes, and Polow da Don.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.7
The Way I See It

The Way I See It

by Raphael Saadiq
September 16, 2008
The fourth album for the R&B singer features artists such as Joss Stone, Stevie Wonder, and Jay-Z.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.3
Sol-Angel And The Hadley St. Dreams

Sol-Angel And The Hadley St. Dreams

by Solange
August 26, 2008
The sophomore album for the younger sister of Beyonce Knowles.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.5
Simply Grand

Simply Grand

by Irma Thomas
August 12, 2008
The latest album from the Grammy-winning R&B singer features pianists such as Dr John, Henry Butler, and Tom McDermott.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Lessons In Love

Lessons In Love

by Lloyd
August 5, 2008
The third album for the R&B artist features a guest appearance by Lil Wayne.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
8.2
The Stoop

The Stoop

by Little Jackie
July 8, 2008
The Brooklyn duo of Imani Coppola and Adam Pallin release their debut album.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.5
Sam Sparro

Sam Sparro

by Sam Sparro
June 24, 2008
This is the debut album for the son of gospel singer Chris Falson.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.9
The Declaration

The Declaration

by Ashanti
June 3, 2008
The fourth album for the R&B singer is her first album of new songs since 2004's "Concrete Rose."
Metascore:
52
User Score:
4.7
Here I Stand

Here I Stand

by Usher
May 27, 2008
The fifth album for the R&B singer features Young Jeezy, will.i.am, Jay-Z, Jermaine Dupri, Beyoncé, and Lil Wayne.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.0
Lay It Down

Lay It Down

by Al Green
May 27, 2008
Al Green's latest album includes guests John legend and Anthony Hamilton. It was also produced in part by Willie Mitchell and Ahmir "?uestlove" Thompson.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.5
Crayons

Crayons

by Donna Summer
May 20, 2008
The first album of new songs in over 15 years from the queen of disco.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.1
Time Traveller

Time Traveller

by Plantlife
May 13, 2008
The sophomore album for the Los Angeles-based group is led by Jack Splash.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Trust Me

Trust Me

by Craig David
May 6, 2008
The British singer's fourth album features a song sampling David Bowie's 'Let's Dance.'
Metascore:
53
User Score:
tbd
Shine

Shine

by Estelle
April 29, 2008
The sophomore album for the British artist features Kanye West on her chart topping single "American Boy."
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.3
E=MC2

E=MC2

by Mariah Carey
April 15, 2008
The follow-up to 2005's "The Emancipation of Mimi" features T-Pain, Damian Marley, and Young Jeezy as guests.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
5.8
Spirit

Spirit

by Leona Lewis
April 8, 2008
The season three "The X Factor" winner's first album debuted as the number one album in the UK.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.9
Welcome To The Dollhouse

Welcome To The Dollhouse

by Danity Kane
March 18, 2008
The sophomore album for MTV's "Making the Band 3" group features Missy Elliot on one track.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
8.8
Discipline

Discipline

by Janet Jackson
February 26, 2008
Janet Jackson's 10th album features Ne-Yo and Missy Elliot.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
6.6
New Amerykah: Part One (4th World War)

New Amerykah: Part One (4th World War)

by Erykah Badu
February 26, 2008
Erykah Badu's latest album was produced by 9th Wonder, Madlib, Mike "Chav" Chavarria, and Bilal.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.6
Love Behind The Melody

Love Behind The Melody

by Raheem DeVaughn
January 15, 2008
The sophomore album already has one Grammy-nominated single, "Woman."
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.3
Growing Pains

Growing Pains

by Mary J. Blige
December 18, 2007
The eighth album for the R&B singer was produced with help from The-Dream, Ne-Yo, Stargate, Dre & Vidal, and Timbaland.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.4
Face Off

Face Off

by Bow Wow & Omarion
December 11, 2007
B2K's Omarion joins with rapper Bow Wow in their first album together.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.0
Carnival II: Memoirs Of An Immigrant

Carnival II: Memoirs Of An Immigrant

by Wyclef Jean
December 4, 2007
The sixth album for the ex-The Fugees features guests such as T.I, Shakira, Mary J. Blidge, Chamillionaire, Norah Jones, and will.i.am.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.3
As I Am

As I Am

by Alicia Keys
November 13, 2007
Alicia Keys' third album includes guest vocalists Marsha Ambrosius, John Mayer, and Linda Perry.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
8.5
Motown: A Journey Through Hitsville USA

Motown: A Journey Through Hitsville USA

by Boyz II Men
November 13, 2007
Boyz II Men's latest album features covers of Motown hits.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
8.0
Exclusive

Exclusive

by Chris Brown
November 6, 2007
The sophomore album from the R&B artist features guest appearances by Big Boi, the Game, Lil Wayne, and Kanye West.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
6.6
The Art of Love and War

The Art of Love and War

by Angie Stone
October 16, 2007
The fourth album for Stone was recorded at Marvin Gaye's original LA studio.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
Brave

Brave

by Jennifer Lopez
October 9, 2007
After the Spanish-only album "Como Ama Una Mujer" earlier this year, Jennifer Lopez returns with her latest English-language album.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
8.6
Kevin Michael

Kevin Michael

by Kevin Michael
October 2, 2007
Michael's debut album features Wyclef Jean, Lupe Fiasco, Saigon, and Q Tip.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.5