Album Releases by Genre

Reformation Post T.L.C.

Reformation Post T.L.C.

by The Fall
March 27, 2007
The Mark E. Smith-led band's 26th studio album (give or take) features yet another new lineup of musicians (who also play in Los Angeles outfit Darker My Sweet), as the previous set mutinied on tour last year.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.0
Yours Truly, Angry Mob

Yours Truly, Angry Mob

by Kaiser Chiefs
March 27, 2007
Stephen Street produced the British band's second album, which follows their acclaimed 2005 debut 'Employment.'
Metascore:
61
User Score:
6.3
Strangelet

Strangelet

by Grant-Lee Phillips
March 27, 2007
REM's Peter Buck and Bill Rieflin guest on the Los Angeles troubadour's latest disc of originals.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.3
Good Morning Revival

Good Morning Revival

by Good Charlotte
March 27, 2007
Twins Joel and Benji Madden lead the Maryland pop-punk outfit through 13 tracks on this delayed fourth album.
Metascore:
45
User Score:
6.2
Saltbreakers

Saltbreakers

by Laura Veirs
March 27, 2007
The Portland, Ore-based singer-songwriter reunites with producer Tucker Martine (The Decemberists) for her sixth album, which is titled after her backing band.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.4
Brett Anderson

Brett Anderson

by Brett Anderson
March 26, 2007
This is the solo debut for the former frontman of Suede and The Tears.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
8.1
Octopus

Octopus

by The Bees [Band of Bees]
March 26, 2007
The eclectic UK band self-produced this third album in their Isle of Wight studios.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.6
Pale Young Gentlemen

Pale Young Gentlemen

by Pale Young Gentlemen
March 23, 2007
The quintet from Madison, Wisconsin self-releases their debut album.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.2
Sound Of Silver

Sound Of Silver

by LCD Soundsystem
March 20, 2007
Dance-punk producer (and one-half of The DFA) James Murphy returns with his second LCD Soundsytem album.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.6
We Were Dead Before The Ship Even Sank

We Were Dead Before The Ship Even Sank

by Modest Mouse
March 20, 2007
'We Were Dead,' the Isaac Brock-led band's follow-up to its breakthrough 2004 hit 'Good News for People Who Love Bad News,' is their first release to feature their newest member, former Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr. The Shins' James Mercer guests on three tracks.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.6
Drums And Guns

Drums And Guns

by Low
March 20, 2007
The slowcore trio (including new bassist Matt Livingston) reunites with producer Dave Fridmann.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.3
Living With The Living

Living With The Living

by Ted Leo & The Pharmacists
March 20, 2007
Brendan Canty produced the band's first album for their new label, Touch and Go.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.1
Glitter In The Gutter

Glitter In The Gutter

by Jesse Malin
March 20, 2007
Ryan Adams, Bruce Springsteen, Jakob Dylan and Josh Homme guest on the New York singer-songwriter's rootsy third album.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
6.9
Armchair Apocrypha

Armchair Apocrypha

by Andrew Bird
March 20, 2007
The Chicago-based singer-songwriter returns with his tenth album of literate and eclectic indie rock.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.6
Why Bother?

Why Bother?

by Adult.
March 20, 2007
The band's follow-up to 2005's 'Gimmie Trouble' finds Adult. back down to the original duo of Nicola Kuperus and Adam Lee Miller.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Out Of The Woods

Out Of The Woods

by Tracey Thorn
March 20, 2007
This is the Everything But The Girl singer's first solo release since 1982.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.4
If The Ocean Gets Rough

If The Ocean Gets Rough

by Willy Mason
March 20, 2007
The 22-year-old singer-songwriter makes his Astralwerks debut with this second album.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
8.1
Person Pitch

Person Pitch

by Panda Bear
March 20, 2007
The third solo album from Animal Collective's Noah Lennox (aka Panda Bear) is completely unlike its predecessor, as it is both upbeat and electronic, sounding like a spacey, 21st century Beach Boys album.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.7
Let Me Introduce My Friends

Let Me Introduce My Friends

by I'm from Barcelona
March 20, 2007
Actually, they're from Sweden. Numbering a Polyphonic Spree-esque 29 members, the Emanuel Lundgren-led collective made their full-length debut in 2006 with the unusually chipper 'Friends,' which hit the States in early 2007.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.3
Turn The Lights Out

Turn The Lights Out

by The Ponys
March 20, 2007
The Chicago band's third album marks their Matador debut. John Agnello (Dinosaur Jr.) produces.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.2
Western Xterminator

Western Xterminator

by RTX
March 20, 2007
'Xterminator' is the second album for Jennifer Herrema's post-Royal Trux project.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.0
Black Pompadour

Black Pompadour

by The Zincs
March 20, 2007
John McEntire produced this third album for the Chicago indie rockers led by Jim Elkington.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Ten New Messages

Ten New Messages

by The Rakes
March 19, 2007
The London band's second album was produced by Jim Abiss and Brendan Lynch.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.5
Hats Off To The Buskers

Hats Off To The Buskers

by The View
March 13, 2007
The very young Scottish four-piece shot straight to #1 on the UK charts with the release of this Britpop-flavored debut album, produced by Owen Morris (Oasis, The Verve).
Metascore:
75
User Score:
6.7
Memory Man

Memory Man

by Aqualung
March 13, 2007
London-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Matt Hales returns with a second album following two years of touring in support of his debut 'Strange And Beautiful.'
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.7
Costello Music

Costello Music

by The Fratellis
March 13, 2007
This full-length debut for the Glasgow indie-rock trio (who are not actually brothers, despite adopting the same last name) includes the song "Flathead," which can be heard soundtracking a recent iPod commercial.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.1
These Friends Of Mine

These Friends Of Mine

by Rosie Thomas
March 13, 2007
Sufjan Stevens, David Bazan, and Damien Jurado are among the numerous guests on the Seattle singer-songwriter's fourth album, which includes a cover of R.E.M.'s "The One I Love."
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Pocket Symphony

Pocket Symphony

by Air
March 6, 2007
Nigel Godrich produced this latest set from the French duo, who are joined by guest vocalists Jarvis Cocker (Pulp) and Neil Hannon (Divine Comedy).
Metascore:
63
User Score:
7.3
Neon Bible

Neon Bible

by Arcade Fire
March 6, 2007
One of the most anticipated releases of 2007 is this second album from Montreal's Arcade Fire, the Win Butler- and Regine Chassagne-led band that won over bloggers, critics, and, ultimately, fans with their 2004 debut 'Funeral.'
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.7
Candylion

Candylion

by Gruff Rhys
March 6, 2007
Unlike his Welsh-language solo debut, the more accessible 'Candylion' finds the Super Furry Animals leader singing mainly in English.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.3
The Search

The Search

by Son Volt
March 6, 2007
Frontman Jay Farrar produced the band's fifth album.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.7
National Anthem Of Nowhere

National Anthem Of Nowhere

by Apostle Of Hustle
March 6, 2007
'National Anthem' is the second album for the Canadian band led by Andrew Whiteman, also a guitarist in Broken Social Scene.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.1
The Weirdness

The Weirdness

by The Stooges
March 6, 2007
'Weirdness' is the first album for the legendary rock band--which, yes, includes frontman Iggy Pop--since 1973. The remaining original lineup is supplemented by Minutemen bassist Mike Watt.
Metascore:
44
User Score:
5.7
My Name Is Buddy

My Name Is Buddy

by Ry Cooder
March 6, 2007
Van Dyke Parks and Pete Seeger are among the guests on the guitarist's rustic 17-song effort, which is told from the perspective of a cat, a mouse, and a toad(!).
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.5
Make Another World

Make Another World

by Idlewild
March 6, 2007
The Scottish rockers fronted by Roddy Woomble reunite with producer Dave Eringa for this follow-up to 2005's 'Warnings/Promises.'
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.2
The Third Hand

The Third Hand

by RJD2
March 6, 2007
The hip-hop producer attempts a "pop" album for the first time on this third release, utilizing all live instrumentation and even singing on almost all of the tracks.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
6.0
Lynn Teeter Flower

Lynn Teeter Flower

by Maria Taylor
March 6, 2007
The Azure Ray singer's second solo set was recorded with Spoon's Jim Eno and Now It's Overhead's Andy LeMaster as well as Memphis producer Doug Easley. Conor Oberst guests.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.9
Vessels

Vessels

by Wolf & Cub
March 6, 2007
The buzz band from Adelaide, Australia (notable in part due to their twin-drummer lineup) make their full-length debut with this hard-rocking, psychedelic 10-song effort.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.3
Yours To Keep

Yours To Keep

by Albert Hammond, Jr.
March 6, 2007
This is the first solo album for the guitarist for The Strokes, whose father was also a successful singer-songwriter. Guests include Sean Lennon and Ben Kweller.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.5
Myth Takes

Myth Takes

by !!! [Chik Chik Chik]
March 6, 2007
The dance-punk outfit returns with a third LP.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.2
Back Numbers

Back Numbers

by Britta Phillips and Dean Wareham
February 27, 2007
The second album for the [now-married] duo of former Luna members Dean & Britta was produced by Tony Visconti.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.6
You, You're A History In Rust

You, You're A History In Rust

by Do Make Say Think
February 27, 2007
This fifth release from the adventurous Toronto-based instrumental post-rock outfit is their first album in four years.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.4
Brand New By Tomorrow

Brand New By Tomorrow

by Money Mark
February 27, 2007
Producer and Beastie Boys collaborator Mark Ramos-Nishita returns with a solo vocal-driven album, his first release in nearly six years (and his first output for Jack Johnson's label).
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
We All Belong

We All Belong

by Dr. Dog
February 27, 2007
The fourth album for the Philadelphia band was recorded on a 24-track tape.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.8
A Brighter Beat

A Brighter Beat

by Malcolm Middleton
February 26, 2007
This is the first solo release for the Scottish artist since the breakup of his band Arab Strap.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
All Of A Sudden I Miss Everyone

All Of A Sudden I Miss Everyone

by Explosions in the Sky
February 20, 2007
The instrumental post-rock band from Texas returns after a four-year wait with this fourth studio album.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.5
The Return To Form Black Majick Party

The Return To Form Black Majick Party

by Pop Levi
February 20, 2007
A member of Ladytron's touring band as well as the trio Super Numeri, English multi-instrumentalist Jonathan Pop Levi (yes, Pop is indeed his middle name) makes his full-length solo debut with this eclectic disc.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.7
The Cost

The Cost

by The Frames
February 20, 2007
The Dublin, Ireland band returns with a follow-up to 2005's 'Burn The Maps.'
Metascore:
66
User Score:
8.4
Strength In Numbers

Strength In Numbers

by Calla
February 20, 2007
This New York indie-rockers return with a follow-up to 2005's 'Collisions.'
Metascore:
62
User Score:
8.1
Sex Change

Sex Change

by Trans Am
February 20, 2007
The ironic Washington, D.C. post-rockers return with their first album in three years.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.0
King For A Day

King For A Day

by Bobby Conn
February 20, 2007
The eccentric Chicago artist returns with his first disc in three years.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.7
Dressed Up For The Letdown

Dressed Up For The Letdown

by Richard Swift
February 20, 2007
This is the second or third album (depending on how you keep score) for the Oregon-by-way-of-Los Angeles singer-songwriter.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
6.6
The Besnard Lakes Are The Dark Horse

The Besnard Lakes Are The Dark Horse

by The Besnard Lakes
February 20, 2007
Album number two for the Canadian indie-rockers is their first for Jagjaguwar.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.2
City Beach

City Beach

by Jill Cunniff
February 20, 2007
This is the first solo album for the former member of Luscious Jackson and Kostars.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
8.4
Or Give Me Death

Or Give Me Death

by Aqueduct
February 20, 2007
'Death' is the third album for Seattle's David Terry, who almost single-handedly is Aqueduct.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
5.0
Can Cladders

Can Cladders

by High Llamas
February 20, 2007
Sean O'Hagan's first High Llamas album in four years sticks to his usual script of '60s-influenced pop.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.6
Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday

by Elvis Perkins
February 20, 2007
The singer-songwriter's debut is informed by the losses of his father (actor Anthony Perkins) to AIDS and of his mother (photographer Berry Berenson) in the 9/11 attacks.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.6
In Advance Of The Broken Arm

In Advance Of The Broken Arm

by Marnie Stern
February 20, 2007
New York guitarist Stern (who blends harder, experimental rock with more typical indie-rock tunes) makes her debut with this 13-song set co-produced by Zach Hill (Hella).
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.4
This Too Will Pass

This Too Will Pass

by The One AM Radio
February 20, 2007
This is the third release for the lo-fi indie outfit led by Hrishikesh Hirway.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
West

West

by Lucinda Williams
February 13, 2007
The singer-songwriter co-produced her eighth album with veteran Hal Willner. The Jayhawks' Gary Louris is among the musicians lending a hand.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.7
Tones Of Town

Tones Of Town

by Field Music
February 13, 2007
This second studio LP for the Sunderland, England trio once again finds the band being compared to XTC.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.6
Infinity On High

Infinity On High

by Fall Out Boy
February 6, 2007
The Chicago pop-punk band face high expectations for this fourth album after its predecessor, their major-label debut 'From Under The Cork Tree,' brought their first taste of mainstream success. Jay-Z (briefly) guests.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.1
Like, Love, Lust & The Open Halls Of The Soul

Like, Love, Lust & The Open Halls Of The Soul

by Jesse Sykes
February 6, 2007
Nicolai Dunger guests on the singer-songwriter's third LP.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.7
Children Running Through

Children Running Through

by Patty Griffin
February 6, 2007
Mike McCarthy produced this fifth studio album for the singer-songwriter, her first in three years.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.6
The Sermon On Exposition Boulevard

The Sermon On Exposition Boulevard

by Rickie Lee Jones
February 6, 2007
The lyrics for each of the songs on this rock-oriented disc are based on the teachings of Jesus (Christ).
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.8
Yes, I'm A Witch

Yes, I'm A Witch

by Yoko Ono
February 6, 2007
'Witch' features an assortment of indie artists who have reimagined classic Yoko Ono tracks by mixing elements of the originals (mainly the vocals) with newly recorded music. The roster includes the Flaming Lips, Le Tigre, Spiritualized, Cat Power and the Polyphonic Spree.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
6.4
Writer's Block

Writer's Block

by Peter Bjorn and John
February 6, 2007
This third album from the Stockholm, Sweden indie-rock trio has attracted critical buzz on both sides of the Atlantic. Victoria Bergsman of the Concretes guests.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.6
My Heart Has A Wish That You Would Not Go

My Heart Has A Wish That You Would Not Go

by Aereogramme
February 6, 2007
This is the first album in four years for the Scottish four-piece.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.3
New Magnetic Wonder

New Magnetic Wonder

by The Apples In Stereo
February 6, 2007
The sixth album for the Robert Schneider-led indie-pop band is packed with 24 songs (although a dozen of them are brief instrumental segues).
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.1
A Weekend In The City

A Weekend In The City

by Bloc Party
February 6, 2007
Kele Okereke & co. try to avoid the sophomore slump with this highly-anticipated follow-up to their acclaimed debut 'Silent Alarm.'
Metascore:
65
User Score:
6.7
Dip

Dip

by L. Pierre
February 6, 2007
L(ucky) Pierre is the alter-ego of former Arab Strap member Aidan Moffat, and the cinematic, instrumental 'Dip' was recorded shortly before that band's breakup.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Phantom Punch

Phantom Punch

by Sondre Lerche
February 6, 2007
After a diversion into jazz-pop (2006's 'Duper Sessions'), the Norwegian artist returns with a more muscular rock album produced by Tony Hoffer.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.9
Loney, Noir

Loney, Noir

by Loney, Dear
February 6, 2007
Sweden multi-instrumentalist Emil Svanangen (aka Loney, Dear) makes his American debut with this re-release of his fourth album.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.5
There's No 666 In Outer Space

There's No 666 In Outer Space

by Hella
January 30, 2007
The Sacramento duo has transformed into a full five-piece band, fronted by new singer Aaron Ross, for this new LP.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.9
Alright, Still

Alright, Still

by Lily Allen
January 30, 2007
This debut album from the British singer (and daughter of actor Keith Allen) mixes pop with ska and reggae.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.9
We Know About The Need

We Know About The Need

by Bracken
January 30, 2007
'Need' marks the solo debut for Chris Adams of the Leeds, England band Hood.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Some Loud Thunder

Some Loud Thunder

by Clap Your Hands Say Yeah
January 30, 2007
Dave Fridmann produced the acclaimed indie band's second LP, which again is self-released in the U.S.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
7.4
Casino Twilight Dogs

Casino Twilight Dogs

by Youth Group
January 30, 2007
The Australian band's second album was produced by Wayne Connolly (The Vines) and includes their cover of Alphaville's "Forever Young."
Metascore:
60
User Score:
8.5
Cryptograms

Cryptograms

by Deerhunter
January 29, 2007
This is the second LP for the Atlanta five-piece known for their experimental psyche tunes and blistering live shows.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.2
Stand Your Ground

Stand Your Ground

by Little Barrie
January 29, 2007
Dan the Automator co-produced this sophomore set for the English rockers led by Barrie Cadogan.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Rites Of Uncovering

Rites Of Uncovering

by Arbouretum
January 23, 2007
Frequent Will Oldham collaborator (and member of The Anomoanon) Dave Heumann offers the second album of rustic rock from his own project, Arbouretum.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
I Can't Go On, I'll Go On

I Can't Go On, I'll Go On

by The Broken West
January 23, 2007
This is the first album for the Los Angeles-based power-pop band formerly known as The Brokedown.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.3
Living Well

Living Well

by Rob Crow
January 23, 2007
This is the fourth solo album for the Pinback frontman.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.5
Freedom's Road

Freedom's Road

by John Mellencamp
January 23, 2007
The rocker's first album of originals in six years includes the Chevy Trucks themesong "Our Country."
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.1
The Bird And The Bee

The Bird And The Bee

by The Bird And The Bee
January 23, 2007
Los Angeles-based singer Inara George teams with multi-instrumentalist Greg Kurstin for their first LP as The Bird And The Bee, which blends '60s pop, tropicalia, and electronic elements.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.8
Visitations

Visitations

by Clinic
January 23, 2007
Gareth Jones produced this fourth album for the distinctive Liverpool band.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Friend Opportunity

Friend Opportunity

by Deerhoof
January 23, 2007
This is the first album for the San Francisco experimental rock outfit since the departure of guitarist Chris Cohen.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.2
The Good, The Bad & The Queen

The Good, The Bad & The Queen

by The Good, the Bad & the Queen
January 23, 2007
Danger Mouse produced this first album for the new collaboration between Damon Albarn (Blur,Gorillaz), Paul Simonon (The Clash), Tony Allen (Africa 70 / Fela Kuti) and Simon Tong (The Verve).
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.6
Wincing The Night Away

Wincing The Night Away

by The Shins
January 23, 2007
The increasingly-popular indie-pop outfit led by James Mercer returns with a third album.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.2
Hissing Fauna, Are You The Destroyer?

Hissing Fauna, Are You The Destroyer?

by Of Montreal
January 23, 2007
Kevin Barnes injects atypically autobiographical subject matter into his danceable indie-pop tunes on his latest Of Montreal release.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.7
Friend And Foe

Friend And Foe

by Menomena
January 23, 2007
This second song-based album of unconventional indie-rock from the Portland, Ore. trio marks their Barsuk debut.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.7
Transparent Things

Transparent Things

by Fujiya & Miyagi
January 23, 2007
As their name suggests, Fujiya & Miyagi are an English trio who make German electronic rock. (OK, so maybe it doesn't suggest that.) 'Things' compiles some of the Brighton band's previously-released singles.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.3
Woke Myself Up

Woke Myself Up

by Julie Doiron
January 23, 2007
Although still a solo album, 'Woke Myself Up' finds the singer-songwriter backed by her former bandmates in the Canadian group Eric's Trip for the first time in a decade.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Enemy Chorus

Enemy Chorus

by The Earlies
January 23, 2007
This is the second LP for the ever-growing prog-rock collective that calls both England and Texas home.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.4
In Stormy Nights

In Stormy Nights

by Ghost
January 23, 2007
The first release in three years for the Japanese psych-rockers contains just six tracks, including one that clocks in at nearly half an hour.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.0
Learn To Sing Like A Star

Learn To Sing Like A Star

by Kristin Hersh
January 23, 2007
The singer/songwriter (and member of both Throwing Muses and 50 Foot Wave) returns with her seventh solo release.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.4
The Autumn Defense

The Autumn Defense

by The Autumn Defense
January 9, 2007
This is the third album for the side project of Wilco members Pat Sansone and John Stirratt.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.7
The Destroyed Room: B-Sides And Rarities

The Destroyed Room: B-Sides And Rarities

by Sonic Youth
December 12, 2006
Not the most accessible (sound-wise) of Sonic Youth's releases, this 11-track disc compiles some of the least accessible (availability-wise) of the band's obscure recordings, which have been remastered.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
6.5
The Sweet Escape

The Sweet Escape

by Gwen Stefani
December 5, 2006
The singer's second solo set features production work by Nellee Hooper, The Neptunes, Swizz Beatz and Dave Stewart.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
7.2
Light Grenades

Light Grenades

by Incubus
November 28, 2006
The California alt-metal band returns with its first album in nearly three years.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.8