Album Releases by Genre
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101.
Point
by Cornelius
January 22, 2002
This is the second international release for Japanese producer/remixer/artist/recording star Cornelius (Keigo Oyamada), following his 1998 breakthrough debut for Matador, 'Fantasma.' A bit less cut-and-paste than its predecessor, 'Point' still showcases a range of musical styles in its 11 tracks.
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102.
CONFESSIONS II
by Madonna
July 3, 2026
Madonna's sequel to 2005's Confessions on a Dance Floor features guest appearances by Sabrina Carpenter, Feid, Martin Garrix, Lola Leon, and Stromae.
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103.
Discovery of a World Inside the Moone
by The Apples In Stereo
April 18, 2000
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104.
All the Time
by Jessy Lanza
July 24, 2020
The third full-length release for the New York-based Canadian pop artist was again produced with Junior Boys' Jeremy Greenspan.
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105.
10,000 Gecs
by 100 gecs
March 17, 2023
This is the second full-length release from Los Angeles-based hyperpop duo 100 gecs.
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106.
Contra
by Vampire Weekend
January 12, 2010
The second album for the rock band was produced by band member, Rostam Batmanglij.
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107.
You Will Not Die
by Nakhane
February 22, 2019
The second full-length release for the South African actor/singer was produced by Ben Christopher.
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108.
Wet Tennis
by Sofi Tukker
April 29, 2022
The second full-length release for dance music duo Sofi Tukker features guest appearances from Amadou & Mariam, Boii, Mahmut Orhan, John Summit, and Tuck's Dad.
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109.
Sycamore Meadows
by Butch Walker
November 11, 2008
The producer/singer/songwriter releases his lastest solo album.
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110.
Charlie
by Charlie Puth
October 7, 2022
The third full-length release for pop singer-songwriter Charlie Puth features a guest appearance from Jung Kook of BTS.
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111.
604
by Ladytron
February 13, 2001
Britpop, New Wave, and Kraftwerk-style electronica come together in the debut full-length from Britain's Ladytron (named after a song from Roxy Music's debut album). The album repeats three of the songs from 2000's "Commodore Rock" EP (including the ever-catchy "Playgirl") and adds 12 new tracks plus the 1999 single "He Took Her To A Movie."
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112.
Lost & Found
by Jorja Smith
June 8, 2018
The debut full-length release for the British R&B singer-songwriter features contributions from Dizzee Rascal, Amanda Ghost, and Tom Misch.
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113.
Back To Black
by Amy Winehouse
March 13, 2007
Mark Ronson and Salaam Remi produced the British soul singer's second album, which was released to great acclaim in the UK in 2006.
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114.
Our Extended Play [EP]
by Beabadoobee
May 21, 2021
The four-track EP for singer-songwriter Bea Kristi was recorded with the 1975's Matty Healy and George Daniel.
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115.
Anniemal
by Annie
June 7, 2005
This debut full-length by the Norwegian singer is preceded by quite a bit of critical buzz on both sides of the Atlantic.
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116.
Through The Windowpane
by Guillemots
July 10, 2006
This full-length debut for the UK-based indie-pop band led by Fyfe Dangerfield includes the previously-released single "Trains To Brazil."
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117.
Yours Truly
by Ariana Grande
September 3, 2013
The debut release for the Nickelodeon actress from Victorious and Sam & Cat was produced by Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds and includes guest appearances from Big Sean, Mac Miller, Mika, and the Wanted's Nathan Sykes.
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118.
Give Up The Ghost
by Brandi Carlile
October 6, 2009
The third album for the singer-songwriter was produced by Rick Rubin.
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119.
Goin' Platinum!
by Robert Finley
December 8, 2017
The second full-length release from the Louisiana-based blues singer-songwriter was produced by Dan Auerbach.
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120.
Sweetener
by Ariana Grande
August 17, 2018
The fourth full-length studio release for the pop singer features guest appearances from Nicki Minaj, Missy Elliott and Pharrell Williams.
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121.
Everybody's Heart Is Broken Now
by Niki and the Dove
April 22, 2016
This is the second full-length release for the Swedish pop duo of Malin Dahlström and Gustaf Karlöf.
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122.
The Crying Light
by Antony and the Johnsons
January 20, 2009
The third album for the Antony Hegarty-led band features music arrangements by Nico Muhly.
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123.
Music
by Madonna
September 19, 2000
The follow-up to Madonna's hit 'Ray of Light' was produced by 'Light's producer William Orbit and French electronica artist Mirwais.
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124.
Blue Boy
by Ron Sexsmith
June 5, 2001
Canadian singer-songwriter Ron Sexsmith returns with his fifth album, produced by Steve Earle and Ray Kennedy.
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125.
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.
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126.
In the Meantime
by Alessia Cara
September 24, 2021
The third full-length studio release for the Canadian singer-songwriter features production from Jon Levine.
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127.
Diamonds & Dancefloors
by Ava Max
January 27, 2023
The second full-length release for pop artist Ava Max was executive produced by Cirkut.
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128.
Tasty
by Kelis
December 9, 2003
Kelis' third LP (second in the States) features production from the Neptunes, Dallas Austin and Andre 3000.
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129.
Hey Hey My My Yo Yo
by Junior Senior
August 14, 2007
The Danish duo return with their second album.
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130.
Night Falls Over Kortedala
by Jens Lekman
October 9, 2007
The Swedish singer's second studio album features guest singers Frida Hyvonen and El Perro del Mar.
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131.
The Kick
by Foxes
February 11, 2022
The third full-length for Foxes was written and recorded over zoom during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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132.
My Maudlin Career
by Camera Obscura
April 21, 2009
The fourth album for the Scottish band was produced by Jari Haapalainen.
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133.
Mama's Gun
by Erykah Badu
November 21, 2000
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134.
Wreckless Eric & Amy Rigby
by Wreckless Eric & Amy Rigby
September 15, 2008
British Wreckless Eric teams up with American Amy Rigby on their first album as a married couple.
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135.
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.
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136.
Warmer Corners
by The Lucksmiths
April 4, 2005
This is the seventh album from the Australian indie-pop group led by singing drummer Tali White.
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137.
Big Ideas
by Remi Wolf
July 12, 2024
The second full-length release from Los Angeles alt-pop singer-songwriter Remi Wolf features production with Ethan Gruska, Kenny Beats, Leon Michels, Porches, and Solomonophonic.
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138.
Cruel World
by Holly Humberstone
April 10, 2026
The second full-length studio release from British pop singer-songwriter Holly Humberstone was produced by Rob Milton.
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139.
All My Demons Greeting Me as a Friend
by Aurora
March 11, 2016
The Norwegian dark pop singer-songwriter worked with Odd Martin Skalnes and Magnus Skylstad on her debut full-length release.
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140.
Manic
by Halsey
January 17, 2020
The third full-length release for the alternative pop artist features guest appearances Dominic Fike, Alanis Morissette and BTS' Suga.
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141.
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.
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142.
Blue Neighbourhood
by Troye Sivan
December 4, 2015
The debut full-length release for the Australian pop artist who first gained notice on YouTube features guest appearances from Allday, Betty Who, Broods, Alex Hope, and Tkay Maidza.
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143.
The Magic Numbers
by The Magic Numbers
October 4, 2005
This debut disc showcases the 50s and 60s pop stylings and three-part harmonies of the pair of brother-sister duos (Romeo & Michelle Stodart and Sean & Angela Gannon) that make up The Magic Numbers.
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144.
If I Can't Have Love, I Want Power
by Halsey
August 27, 2021
Produced by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, the fourth full-length studio release for the alternative pop artist is a concept album about pregnancy and giving birth.
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145.
Pale Young Gentlemen
by Pale Young Gentlemen
March 23, 2007
The quintet from Madison, Wisconsin self-releases their debut album.
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146.
Love, Damini
by Burna Boy
July 8, 2022
The sixth full-length studio release for Nigerian artist Burna Boy features guest appearances from Blxst, J Balvin, J Hus, Kehlani, Khalid, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Popcaan, Ed Sheeran, and Victony.
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147.
Half The Perfect World
by Madeleine Peyroux
September 12, 2006
The jazz vocalist mixes originals with covers of songs by the likes of Tom Waits and Leonard Cohen for her third album, a follow-up to 2004's "Careless Love."
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148.
Blurryface
by Twenty One Pilots
May 19, 2015
The fourth full-length release for the Ohio duo features production from Tim Anderson, Mike Crossey, Mike Elizondo, and Ricky Reed.
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149.
Confessions On A Dance Floor
by Madonna
November 15, 2005
Stuart Price co-produced the 47-year-old Anglophile's latest dance-oriented effort.
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150.
Built On Squares
by Starlight Mints
May 20, 2003
Another somewhat strange indie-pop band from Oklahoma (Flaming Lips, anyone?), the Starlight Mints return with 11 catchy new tunes on this sophomore release.
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151.
Chromatica
by Lady Gaga
May 29, 2020
The sixth full-length studio release for the pop artist features guest appearances from BLACKPINK, Ariana Grande and Elton John.
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152.
All That You Can't Leave Behind
by U2
October 31, 2000
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153.
Ten
by Girls Aloud
November 26, 2012
The second compilation for the pop group formed on the British show Popstars: The Rivals includes four new songs.
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154.
Dedicated Side B
by Carly Rae Jepsen
May 21, 2020
The surprise release from the Canadian pop artist features contributions from such artists as Jack Antonoff, Bleachers, JOhn Hill, Dev Hynes, and Ariel Rechtshaid.
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155.
How I Long To Feel That Summer In My Heart
by Gorky's Zygotic Mynci
September 18, 2001
The Welsh Britpop band returns with its second album in 2001 and sixth U.S. release overall. The first single is "Stood On Gold."
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156.
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.
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157.
Reflections
by Hannah Diamond
November 22, 2019
The debut full-length release for the member of the PC Music collective was produced by A. G. Cook.
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158.
See You Next Tuesday
by Fannypack
May 10, 2005
In an attempt to avoid the "one-hit wonder" label, the Brooklyn five-piece that brought "Cameltoe" into the world returns with a second album.
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159.
star
by 2hollis
April 4, 2025
The first full-length release on the Interscope label for Los Angeles-based artist 2hollis features influences of EDM, pop, hip-hop, and trap music.
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160.
Whoa, Nelly!
by Nelly Furtado
October 24, 2000
The debut album from Canadian/Portugese singer-songwriter Nelly Furtado is an ecelctic mix of musical styles.
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161.
So...How's Your Girl?
by Handsome Boy Modeling School
October 19, 1999
Producers Prince Paul and Dan "The Automator" Nakamura assembled a varied cast of collaborators, including Miho Hatori (Cibo Matto), Del Tha Funkee Homosapien, DJ Shadow, Sean Lennon, Josh Hayden (Spain), De La Soul, and, of all people, Father Guido Sarducci. The band's name comes from an episode of the Chris Elliott sitcom "Get A Life."
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162.
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.
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163.
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."
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164.
Heroes & Thieves
by Vanessa Carlton
October 9, 2007
Vanessa Carlton's third album is her first on The Inc. label.
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165.
Fijacion Oral Vol. 1
by Shakira
June 7, 2005
The first of two planned 2005 releases for the Colombian pop star is this Spanish-language disc, with its English counterpart due in the fall.
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166.
The Holy Pictures
by David Holmes
September 8, 2008
The latest album for the Irish musician who also contributed to a variety of film soundtracks, including "Ocean's Eleven" and its sequels.
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167.
Super Monster
by Claud
February 12, 2021
The debut full-length solo release for the Brooklyn-based indie-pop artist features guest appearances Melanie Faye, Nick Hakim and Shelly.
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168.
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."
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169.
Music For Imaginary Films
by Arling & Cameron
January 11, 2000
The Amsterdam duo follow their eclectic 1999 debut 'All-In' with the equally eclectic 'Music For Imaginary Films,' which is just that: tracks composed for a variety of movies which don't actually exist.
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170.
D-D-Don't Don't Stop the Beat
by Junior Senior
August 5, 2003
This party album from the Danish band Junior Senior has garnered attention throughout Europe with its mix of garage rock, pop and disco.
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171.
Get Away From Me
by Nellie McKay
February 10, 2004
London-born, 19-year-old jazz vocalist Nellie McKay makes her debut with this 2-disc set produced by Beatles engineer Geoff Emerick. Unlike contemporaries such as Norah Jones, McKay brings a darker edge and a sense of humor (and even a hint of hip hop) to her songs, all of which she wrote herself.
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172.
Confident Music for Confident People
by Confidence Man
April 13, 2018
This is the debut full-length release for the Australian dance-pop band that includes Janet Planet, Sugar Bones, Reggie Goodchild, and Clarence McGuffie.
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173.
Is A Woman
by Lambchop
February 19, 2002
Kurt Wagner & co. return for the band's sixth album, which is a more stripped-down affair than their previous effort, 'Nixon.'
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174.
In Defense Of The Genre
by Say Anything
October 23, 2007
The two-disc album contains more than two dozen guests, including Gerard Way of My Chemical Romance, Chris Carrabba of Dashboard Confessional, and Chad Gilbert of New Found Glory.
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175.
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.
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176.
Supermodels
by Claud
July 14, 2023
The second full-length release from indie pop singer-songwriter Claud was produced by Ethan Gruska.
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177.
Tales From Turnpike House
by Saint Etienne
January 24, 2006
Sarah Cracknell & co.'s latest is a concept album about the residents of a London high rise.
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178.
Dear Catastrophe Waitress
by Belle and Sebastian
October 7, 2003
The veteran Scottish band's first album for Sanctuary (after a long run on Matador Records) is also their first without singer/cellist Isobel Campbell. The 12 tracks here were produced by Trevor Horn.
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179.
Fan Dance
by Sam Phillips
July 31, 2001
This is Sam Phillips' first new album in five years, following 1996's poorly-received 'Omnipop.' Phillips' husband, T-Bone Burnett, produces.
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180.
Pure Heroine
by Lorde
September 30, 2013
The debut full-length release for the 16-year-old New Zealand pop singer-songwriter was produced by Joel Little.
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181.
Hollywood's Bleeding
by Post Malone
September 6, 2019
The third full-length release for the rapper features a track from the 2018 animated film Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse as well as guest appearances from DaBaby, Future, Halsey, Meek Mill, Ozzy Osbourne, Travis Scott, SZA, and Young Thug.
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182.
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.
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183.
Motherland
by Natalie Merchant
November 13, 2001
The singer's third solo album was produced by T-Bone Burnett.
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184.
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.
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185.
Love Is Not Pop
by El Perro del Mar
October 20, 2009
The third album for the Swedish singer was produced with Rasmus Hagg.
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186.
Take Care
by Drake
November 15, 2011
The second studio album for the hip-hop artist features guest appearances from Andre 3000, Birdman, Kendrick Lamar, Lil Wayne, Nicki Manah, Rick Ross, Rihanna, and The Weeknd.
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187.
Want Two
by Rufus Wainwright
November 16, 2004
The singer's fourth album features the same producer (Marius deVries) and backup musicians as his previous outing, 'Want One.'
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188.
Whatever's Clever!
by Charlie Puth
March 27, 2026
The fourth full-length release from pop singer-songwriter Charlie Puth features guest appearances by Jeff Goldblum, Coco Jones, Kenny G, Ravyn Lenae, Kenny Loggins, Michael McDonald, and Hikaru Utada.
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189.
Frank
by Amy Winehouse
November 20, 2007
Amy Winehouse's debut album is finally out in the US four years after it was first released in the UK.
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190.
Woman to Woman
by Keyshia Cole
November 19, 2012
The fifth release for the R&B singer features guest appearances by Ashanti, Elijah Blake, Lil Wayne, Meek Mill, Harmony Samuels, and Robin Thicke.
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191.
Clinging To A Scheme
by The Radio Dept.
April 20, 2010
The Swedish trio returns with a more pop sound for its third release.
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192.
Lost in Revelry
by The Mendoza Line
February 19, 2002
This is the fourth album (and third record label) for the Athens, GA indie outfit.
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193.
Discover A Lovelier You
by Pernice Brothers
June 14, 2005
Thom Monahan produced the band's fourth studio album.
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194.
Fugu1
by Fugu
September 4, 2001
French band Fugu mines the pop sounds of the Beach Boys and the Beatles, a la contemporaries Stereolab (who contribute to this album) and Apples In Stereo.
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195.
The Fame Monster
by Lady Gaga
November 23, 2009
The New York-born singer releases an eight track album inspired by her current fame.
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196.
Pretty Little Head
by Nellie McKay
October 31, 2006
The singer/songwriter's sophomore set (delayed for a year due to an acrimonious split with her record label) includes collaborations with k.d. lang and Cyndi Lauper.
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197.
Lovers Rock
by Sade
November 14, 2000
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198.
Now
by Maxwell
August 14, 2001
Soul singer-songwriter Maxwell returns with his third studio album, following 1998's 'Embrya' and his well-received 1996 debut 'Maxwell's Urban Hang Suite.' The disc includes a cover of longtime live staple "This Woman's Work" (a Kate Bush cover).
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199.
Run Rabbit Run
by Osso
October 6, 2009
The string quartet performs Sufjan Stevens' 2001 album, "Enjoy Your Rabbit."
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200.
Two Way Monologue
by Sondre Lerche
March 9, 2004
21-year-old Norwegian pop singer-songwriter Sondre Lerche returns with his second U.S. release.
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