Album Releases by Genre

Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music, Vols. 1 & 2 [Reissue] 1.

Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music, Vols. 1 & 2 [Reissue]

by Ray Charles
February 22, 2019
The reissue of Ray Charles' 1962 albums is the first time they have been released digitally.
Metascore:
100
User Score:
5.9
Fountain Baby 2.

Fountain Baby

by Amaarae
June 9, 2023
The second full-length release from American-Ghanian singer Amaarae features executive production with KZDidIt and Kyu Steed.
Metascore:
95
User Score:
7.8
Black Messiah 3.

Black Messiah

by D'Angelo
December 15, 2014
The first release in 14 years for the R&B singer features songs co-written with Q-Tip and Kendra Foster as well as co-production from James Gadson, Pino Palladino,and Questlove.
Metascore:
95
User Score:
8.8
Homecoming: The Live Album 4.

Homecoming: The Live Album

by Beyoncé
April 17, 2019
A surprise release in conjunction with her similarly titled Netflix documentary, Beyoncé's latest live album consists of 38 tracks recorded during her 2018 Coachella performances, plus a pair of new studio recordings, the Maze cover "Before I Let Go" and "I Been On."
Metascore:
95
User Score:
7.9
WHO AM I 5.

WHO AM I

by BERWYN
July 12, 2024
The debut full-length studio release from Trinidad-born London-based artist BERWYN is said to be about his "search for meaning and freedom".
Metascore:
95
User Score:
tbd
Conflict Of Interest 6.

Conflict Of Interest

by Ghetts
February 19, 2021
The third full-length studio release for the British grime artist features guest appearances from BackRoad Gee, Dave, Giggs, Hamzaaand, Jaykae, Aida Lae, Miraa May, Pa Salieu, Emeli Sande, Moonchild Sanelly, Ed Sheeran, Skepta, Stormzy, and Wretch 32.
Metascore:
95
User Score:
6.5
Summer of Soul (…Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) [OST] 7.

Summer of Soul (…Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) [OST]

by Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
January 28, 2022
The soundtrack to the 2021 Questlove-directed film of the same name features live recording of songs performed by such artists as The 5th Dimension, Gladys Knight & The Pips, B.B. King, Nina Simone, and Sly & The Family Stone from the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival.
Metascore:
94
User Score:
tbd
Baby 8.

Baby

by Dijon
August 15, 2025
The second full-length release from Los Angeles-based R&B artist/producer Dijon features contributions from such artists as BJ Burton, Henry Kwapis, Tommy King, and Tobias Jesso Jr., Mk.gee, and Andrew Sarlo.
Metascore:
94
User Score:
tbd
Live at the Whisky a Go Go: The Complete Recordings 9.

Live at the Whisky a Go Go: The Complete Recordings

by Otis Redding
October 28, 2016
The six-disc collection features the complete recordings from the soul artist's three concerts at the Los Angeles club in April 1966.
Metascore:
94
User Score:
tbd
Untitled (Rise) 10.

Untitled (Rise)

by Sault
October 9, 2020
The fourth full-length release for the British R&B collective is its second release in 2020.
Metascore:
93
User Score:
8.8
Lemonade 11.

Lemonade

by Beyoncé
April 23, 2016
The sixth solo studio album for the singer premiered as an hour-long HBO special before streaming on Tidal. A physical release is set for May 6.
Metascore:
92
User Score:
8.0
Access Denied 12.

Access Denied

by Ray BLK
October 1, 2021
The debut full-length release for the British artist features guest appearances from Giggs, Kaash Paige, Kojey Radical, Stefflon Don, and Suburban Plaza.
Metascore:
92
User Score:
8.4
Channel Orange 13.

Channel Orange

by Frank Ocean
July 17, 2012
Love and life in Los Angeles is the theme of the debut release on Def Jam for Frank Ocean, who earlier this month posted online the liner notes for this album describing a relationship he had with a man.
Metascore:
91
User Score:
8.8
Higher! [Box Set] 14.

Higher! [Box Set]

by Sly & the Family Stone
August 27, 2013
The four-disc box set for the funk, rock and soul band led by Sly Stone includes unreleased tracks, mono mixes, instrumentals, live recordings, and studio outtakes.
Metascore:
91
User Score:
6.1
COWBOY CARTER 15.

COWBOY CARTER

by Beyoncé
March 29, 2024
The eighth full-length studio release from Beyoncé is a country-inspired album featuring guest appearances by Tanner Adell, Rumi Carter, Miley Cyrus, Willie Jones, Tiera Kennedy, Linda Martell, Willie Nelson, Post Malone, Reyna Roberts, Shaboozey, and Brittney Spencer.
Metascore:
91
User Score:
tbd
Black Rainbows 16.

Black Rainbows

by Corinne Bailey Rae
September 15, 2023
The first full-length release since 2016's The Heart Speaks In Whispers from British singer-songwriter Corinne Bailey Rae was inspired by the exhibits she saw at the Stony Island Arts Bank.
Metascore:
91
User Score:
tbd
Renaissance 17.

Renaissance

by Beyoncé
July 29, 2022
The first new studio album for Beyoncé since 2016's Lemonade features contributions from 070 Shake, A.G. Cook, Mike Dean, Drake, Jay-Z, Labrinth, Skrillex, Tems, The-Dream, and The Neptunes.
Metascore:
91
User Score:
8.7
The ArchAndroid 18.

The ArchAndroid

by Janelle Monáe
May 18, 2010
The second full-length album for the singer born in Kansas City is a continuation of the story of Cindi Mayweather, the android introduced in the 2007 EP, "Metropolis Suite I of IV: The Chase."
Metascore:
91
User Score:
8.7
S.O.S. 19.

S.O.S.

by SZA
December 9, 2022
The second full-length studio release for R&B artist SZA features guest appearances from Phoebe Bridgers, Ol' Dirty Bastard, Travis Scott, and Don Toliver.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
8.4
Jimmy Lee 20.

Jimmy Lee

by Raphael Saadiq
August 23, 2019
The first full-length release of new material from the R&B artist/producer was inspired by his late brother's struggle with drug addiction and features guest appearances from Rob Bacon, Reverend E. Baker, Ernest Turner, and Daniel J. Watts.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
5.8
Candi Staton 21.

Candi Staton

by Candi Staton
February 24, 2004
This 26-track disc compiles (for the first time on CD) songs from the acclaimed soul singer's 1969-1973 Muscle Shoals period when she recorded for Fame Records--a period that netted her 12 consecutive Billboard R&B hits.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
8.6
Sad And Beautiful World 22.

Sad And Beautiful World

by Mavis Staples
November 7, 2025
The covers album from Mavis Staples was produced by Brad Cook and features contributions by such artists as Katie Crutchfield, Buddy Guy, MJ Lenderman, Bonnie Raitt, Derek Trucks, Jeff Tweedy, and Justin Vernon.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
tbd
Prince & the Revolution: Live [Remastered] 23.

Prince & the Revolution: Live [Remastered]

by Prince and the Revolution
June 3, 2022
The official audio-only release of Prince & the Revolution's concert at the Syracuse's Carrier Dome on March 30, 1985 was remastered and includes a blu-ray of the digitally enhanced concert film.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
tbd
The Time for Peace Is Now: Gospel Music About Us 24.

The Time for Peace Is Now: Gospel Music About Us

by Various Artists
September 13, 2019
The second volume from Luaka Bop's World Spirituality Classics series features 14 tracks from small label 1970s gospel artists selected by DJ Greg Belson.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
tbd
What Were You Hoping For? 25.

What Were You Hoping For?

by Van Hunt
September 27, 2011
The singer-songwriter and producer releases his first studio album since his 2008 album Popular was shelved by Blue Note.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
8.2
Through The Wall 26.

Through The Wall

by Rochelle Jordan
September 26, 2025
The latest full-length release from Canadian artist Rochelle Jordan includes producing by Rob Araujo, Byron The Aquarius, DāM FunK, Initial Talk, KAYTRANADA, KLSH, and Machinedrum.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
tbd
Soul'd Out: The Complete Wattstax Collection [Box Set] 27.

Soul'd Out: The Complete Wattstax Collection [Box Set]

by Various Artists
February 24, 2023
The 12-disc box set of the Wattstax concert at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in 1972 features 31 previously unreleased tracks as well as tracks recorded at The Summit Club and a 76-page book.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
tbd
LEGACY! LEGACY! 28.

LEGACY! LEGACY!

by Jamila Woods
May 10, 2019
The second full-length release for the Chicago R&B artist features guest appearances from Jasminfire, Nitty Scott, Saba, Nico Segal, and theMIND.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.0
The Passionate Ones 29.

The Passionate Ones

by Nourished By Time
August 22, 2025
The second full-length release from Baltimore self-described post-R&B artist Nourished By Time features a guest appearance by Tony Bontana.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
tbd
Natural Brown Prom Queen 30.

Natural Brown Prom Queen

by Sudan Archives
September 9, 2022
Race, womanhood and relationships are some of themes on the second full-length release for Los Angeles-based violinist/singer Sudan Archives.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.1
Voice Notes 31.

Voice Notes

by Yazmin Lacey
March 3, 2023
The debut full-length release for British R&B/soul singer-songwriter was executive produced by Dave Okumu.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
tbd
Live at the Fillmore East: October 4th & 5th, 1968 [Box Set] 32.

Live at the Fillmore East: October 4th & 5th, 1968 [Box Set]

by Sly & the Family Stone
July 17, 2015
Originally shelved after "Everyday People" became a megahit, the complete recordings of the two-night concerts at Fillmore East are finally released as a four-disc box set.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
tbd
A Seat at the Table 33.

A Seat at the Table

by Solange
September 30, 2016
The third full-length studio release for the R&B singer features guest appearances from Nia Andrews, BJ The Chicago Kid, The Dream, Kelela, Lil Wayne, Q-Tip, Kelly Rowland, Sampha and
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.5
Pink Noise 34.

Pink Noise

by Laura Mvula
July 2, 2021
The third full-length studio release for the British artist features a guest appearance from Simon Neil.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.4
When I Get Home 35.

When I Get Home

by Solange
March 1, 2019
The fourth full-length album for the R&B singer is a surprise release.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
7.6
Charity Starts at Home 36.

Charity Starts at Home

by Phonte
September 27, 2011
The latest album for the rapper who also is a member of Little Brother and The Foreign Exchange features guest appearances by 9th Wonder, Big K.R.I.T., Evidence, Elzhi, and Pharoahe Monch.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
7.9
Ten Fold 37.

Ten Fold

by Yaya Bey
May 10, 2024
The latest full-length release from New York R&B artist Yaya Bey features a guest appearance by Exaktly and audio clips of her father, Ayub Bey aka Grand Daddy I.U.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
tbd
Can't Lose My (Soul) 38.

Can't Lose My (Soul)

by Annie And The Caldwells
March 21, 2025
The six-track release from soul group Annie And The Caldwells is led by Staples Jr. Singers' Annie Brown Caldwell and was recorded in Mississippi.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
tbd
Originals 39.

Originals

by Prince
June 21, 2019
The 15-track collection of previously unreleased demos of songs Prince wrote for other artists including "Sex Shooters" for the Apollonia 6, "Manic Monday" for The Bangles, Martika, Kenny Rogers, "The Glamorous Life" for Sheila E., and The Time, as well as "Nothing Compares 2 U," originally sung by The Family but made famous by Sinead O'Connor. The album was exclusively released on 7 Jun 2019 on Tidal with a wide release on 21 Jun 2019.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.1
Angels & Queens, Pt. 1 40.

Angels & Queens, Pt. 1

by Gabriels
October 7, 2022
The debut seven-track release for Los Angeles-based trio Gabriels was produced by Sounwave and originally planned as a full-length release but the second half is now set to be released in March 2023.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
9.2
Nine 41.

Nine

by Sault
June 25, 2021
The fourth full-length release for the UK group is only available online for 99 days and features guest appearances from Little Simz and Michael Ofo.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
7.9
Come Go with Me: The Stax Collection [Box Set] 42.

Come Go with Me: The Stax Collection [Box Set]

by The Staple Singers
February 21, 2020
The seven-LP box-set includes the six albums the Chicago gospel/soul group released on the Stax label between 1968 and 1974. Also included is a disc of live and rare tracks.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
tbd
The  RCA Victor and T-Neck Album Masters: 1959-1983 [Box Set] 43.

The RCA Victor and T-Neck Album Masters: 1959-1983 [Box Set]

by The Isley Brothers
August 21, 2015
The box set includes 21 remastered versions of the R&B/soul/funk group's 21 albums from the RCA Victor and T-Neck labels as well as the previously unreleased Wild In Woodstock: The Isley Brothers Live At Bearsville Studios.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
tbd
St. Paul & The Broken Bones 44.

St. Paul & The Broken Bones

by St. Paul & the Broken Bones
October 10, 2025
The latest full-length release from Alabama soul group St. Paul & The Broken Bones was produced by Eg White.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
tbd
Orquídeas 45.

Orquídeas

by Kali Uchis
January 12, 2024
The fourth full-length studio release from Kali Uchis features guest appearances by Rauw Alejandro, El Alfa, City Girls' JT, Karol G, and Peso Pluma.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
tbd
Dawn FM 46.

Dawn FM

by The Weeknd
January 7, 2022
The sixth full-length studio release for The Weeknd features guest appearances from Jim Carrey, Lil Wayne, and Tyler, the Creator as well as contributions from Oscar Holter, Quincy Jones, Max Martin, and Oneohtrix Point Never.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.9
Wait Til I Get Over 47.

Wait Til I Get Over

by Durand Jones
May 5, 2023
The debut full-length solo release from Durand Jones is about his hometown of Hillaryville, Louisiana and features a guest appearance by Skypp.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
7.3
Dirty Computer 48.

Dirty Computer

by Janelle Monáe
April 27, 2018
The third LP (and first in five years) from the actress and recording artist features appearances by Brian Wilson, Pharrell Williams, Zoë Kravitz, and Grimes, plus musical contributions from Prince just prior to his death.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.6
What We Call Life 49.

What We Call Life

by Jordan Rakei
September 24, 2021
The fourth full-length release for the London-based, New Zealand-born artist was influenced by what he learned about himself from therapy.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.5
Blue Eclipse 50.

Blue Eclipse

by Blue Lab Beats
April 19, 2024
The fourth full-length release from British jazztronica duo Blue Lab Beats features guest appearances by such artists as Daley, Poppy Daniels, IDK, Kojey Radical, Jay Prince, and the Urban Soul Orchestra.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
tbd
Choose Your Weapon 51.

Choose Your Weapon

by Hiatus Kaiyote
May 4, 2015
This is the second full-length release for the Grammy-nominated Australian band led by Nai Palm.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.5
Airtight's Revenge 52.

Airtight's Revenge

by Bilal
September 14, 2010
The soul singer returns with his first release on indie label Plug Research after Interscope Records shelved what would have been his second album, Love for Sale, in 2006.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.6
CTRL 53.

CTRL

by SZA
June 9, 2017
The debut full-length release for the New Jersey alternative R&B artist features guest appearances from James Fauntleroy, Kendrick Lamar, Isaiah Rashad, and Travis Scott.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.9
Jaguar II 54.

Jaguar II

by Victoria Monét
August 25, 2023
The debut full-length studio release from R&B artist Victoria Monét features guest appearances by Buju Banton, Earth Wind & Fire, Lucky Daye, and Hazel Monét.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.3
Soil 55.

Soil

by serpentwithfeet
June 8, 2018
The debut full-length release for the New York-based alternative R&B artist features production from Clams Casino, Paul Epworth, and Katie Gately.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
7.4
House of Balloons 56.

House of Balloons

by The Weeknd
March 21, 2011
The mixtape by Canadian artist Abel Tesfaye was released as a free download.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.9
Colfax 57.

Colfax

by The Delines
June 17, 2014
This is the debut release for the new band formed by Richmond Fontaine's Willy Vlautin with Amy Boone and Sean Oldham.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
7.8
Owls, Omens, And Oracles 58.

Owls, Omens, And Oracles

by Valerie June
April 11, 2025
The latest full-length release from Tennessee singer-songwriter Valerie June was produced by M. Ward and features a guest appearance by The Blind Boys Of Alabama.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
tbd
Love & Hate 59.

Love & Hate

by Michael Kiwanuka
July 15, 2016
The second full-length release for the British singer-songwriter was produced by Danger Mouse.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.4
Beneath the Neon Glow 60.

Beneath the Neon Glow

by Elles Bailey
August 9, 2024
The fourth full-length release from British singer-songwriter Elles Bailey was produced by Dan Weller.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
tbd
Minute by Minute 61.

Minute by Minute

by James Hunter
February 26, 2013
The first release in five years for the British soul singer was produced by Gabriel Roth.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
6.9
blackSUMMERS'night (2016) 62.

blackSUMMERS'night (2016)

by Maxwell
July 1, 2016
The fifth full-length release for the R&B singer is his first in seven years and was co-produced with Hod David.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.3
Deacon 63.

Deacon

by serpentwithfeet
March 26, 2021
The second full-length release for the New York experimental R&B artist features a guest appearance from NAO.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
7.5
Kaleidoscope Dream 64.

Kaleidoscope Dream

by Miguel
October 2, 2012
The second full-length release for the R&B singer includes six songs from two EPs released earlier in the year and features guest appearances from Alicia Keys and Wiz Khalifa.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.7
to hell with it [Mixtape] 65.

to hell with it [Mixtape]

by PinkPantheress
October 15, 2021
The debut mixtape for the London-based artist features elements of drum and bass, garage, jungle pop, and R&B.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.2
Beautifully Human: Words And Sounds Vol. 2 66.

Beautifully Human: Words And Sounds Vol. 2

by Jill Scott
August 31, 2004
The soul singer returns with a follow-up to her Grammy-nominated debut.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.5
This Is Where I Live 67.

This Is Where I Live

by William Bell
June 3, 2016
The first release in 10 years for the soul artist was produced by John Leventhal.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.2
Raven 68.

Raven

by Kelela
February 10, 2023
The second full-length studio release for Kelela features contributions from such artists as s Junglepussy, Kaytranada, LSDXOXO, and Shygirl.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.6
Stone Rollin' 69.

Stone Rollin'

by Raphael Saadiq
May 10, 2011
The soul singer continues his 1960's-inspired music with a fourth album, blending vintage R&B sounds and smooth soul-pop.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.2
Authenticity 70.

Authenticity

by The Foreign Exchange
October 12, 2010
The third full-length album for the duo of Phonte and Niolay features Darien Brockington, Jesse Boykins III, Median, Chantae Cann, and YahZarah as guests artists.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
7.5
Soul of a Woman 71.

Soul of a Woman

by Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings
November 17, 2017
The final album for Sharon Jones (who passed away in 2016 from cancer) & The Dap-Kings was recorded on eight-track tape in Brooklyn.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.3
Off The Fence 72.

Off The Fence

by The James Hunter Six
January 16, 2026
The latest full-length release from British soul band The James Hunter Six features a guest appearance by Van Morrison.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
tbd
Black Classical Music 73.

Black Classical Music

by Yussef Dayes
September 8, 2023
The debut full-length studio release from British jazz drummer/producer Yussef Dayes features guest appearances by Jamilah Barry, Chronixx, Nathaniel Cross, Theon Cross, Elijah Fox, Shabaka Hutchings, Miles James, Masego, Sheila Maurice Grey, Misch, and the Chineke! Orchestra.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
tbd
Play with the Changes 74.

Play with the Changes

by Rochelle Jordan
April 30, 2021
The latest full-length release for the Los Angeles-based Canadian electronic soul/R&B artist features production from KLSH, Machinedrum and Jimmy Edgar.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
tbd
Inspiration Information/Wings of Love 75.

Inspiration Information/Wings of Love

by Shuggie Otis
April 16, 2013
Shuggie Otis' Inspiration Information is reissued with four unreleased tracks and an unreleased album, Wings of Love, containing 14 live and studio tracks recorded between 1975 and 2000.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
tbd
Cee-Lo Green Is The Soul Machine 76.

Cee-Lo Green Is The Soul Machine

by Cee Lo Green
March 2, 2004
Like fellow Atlanta hip hoppers OutKast, Cee-Lo has trouble sticking to a single genre, as he mixes up styles throughout this sophomore release. Timbaland, The Neptunes and Ludacris guest.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.6
Untitled (Black Is) 77.

Untitled (Black Is)

by Sault
June 19, 2020
The third full-length release for the British R&B collective was produced by Dean "Inflo" Josiah.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
7.5
Over It 78.

Over It

by Summer Walker
October 4, 2019
The debut full-length studio release for the R&B artist features guest appearances from 6LACK, Jhené Aiko, A Boogie wit da Hoodie, Drake, PARTYNEXTDOOR, Bryson Tiller, and Usher.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.5
Born In The Wild 79.

Born In The Wild

by Tems
June 7, 2024
The debut full-length studio release from Nigerian Afrobeats/R&B artist Tems features guest appearances by Asake and J. Cole.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
tbd
BLACKsummers'night 80.

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
Girl in the Half Pearl 81.

Girl in the Half Pearl

by Liv.e
February 10, 2023
The second full-length release for Los Angeles-based experimental R&B artist Liv.e features production from John Carroll Kirby, Aaron Liao, Mndsgn, and Solomonphonic.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
7.2
do it afraid 82.

do it afraid

by Yaya Bey
June 20, 2025
The latest full-length release from New York R&B artist Yaya Bey features guest appearances by Butcher Brown, Father Philis, RAHRAH GABOR, and Nigel Hall.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
tbd
Nick of Time 83.

Nick of Time

by The James Hunter Six
March 6, 2020
The latest full-length release for the British R&B/soul artist was recorded and produced by Bosco Mann (aka as Daptone Records' Gabriel Roth) in California.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.6
Blackgrass: From West Virginia to 125th St. 84.

Blackgrass: From West Virginia to 125th St.

by Swamp Dogg
May 31, 2024
The latest full-length release from Swamp Dogg was produced by Ryan Olson and features guest appearances by Margo Price, Jenny Lewis and Vernon Reid.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
tbd
A Dream Deferred 85.

A Dream Deferred

by Skyzoo
October 9, 2012
The second studio release for the Brooklyn rapper features guest appearances by Raheem DeVaughn, Freeway, Jill Scott, and Talib Kweli.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.6
Malibu 86.

Malibu

by Anderson .Paak
January 15, 2016
The second full-length release for the California rapper/singer-songwriter features guest appearances from BJ the Chicago Kid, The Free Nationals, The Game, Rapsody, Schoolboy Q, and the Timon Family Choir.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.6
Any Other Way 87.

Any Other Way

by Jackie Shane
October 20, 2017
The two-disc release collects all the singles and B-sides by the transgender soul singer who found some fame in the 1960s Canada, as well as her lone full-length live album.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
tbd
Reality Show 88.

Reality Show

by Jazmine Sullivan
January 13, 2015
The third full-length studio release for the R&B singer feature a guest appearances from Meek Mill.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.7
The  Budos Band III 89.

The Budos Band III

by The Budos Band
August 10, 2010
The third full-length album for the Staten Island group was recorded live during a 48 hour period.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.6
The Essential Modern Records Collection 90.

The Essential Modern Records Collection

by Etta James
April 5, 2011
This compilation collects some of the earliest recordings for the blues singer while she was with Modern Records.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
tbd
Things Have Changed 91.

Things Have Changed

by Bettye LaVette
March 30, 2018
The soul singer's reinterpretations of Bob Dylan songs was produced by Steve Jordan and feature guest appearances from Keith Richards and Trombone Shorty.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
7.3
El Rego et Ses Commandos 92.

El Rego et Ses Commandos

by El Rego
October 25, 2011
This is a remastered collection of West African soul music from El Rego originally released in the 1960s-1970s.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
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The Complete Keen Years (1957-1960) [Box Set] 93.

The Complete Keen Years (1957-1960) [Box Set]

by Sam Cooke
January 24, 2020
The five-disc box set collects all of the soul singer-songwriter's five albums released by Keen with 15 bonus tracks.
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85
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Blackheart 94.

Blackheart

by Dawn Richard
January 15, 2015
The third solo release for the former Danity Kane singer featured influences from electronic, soul and trip-hop music.
Metascore:
85
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8.6
This Is Brian Jackson 95.

This Is Brian Jackson

by Brian Jackson
May 27, 2022
The first solo release in over 20 years for Brian Jackson was produced by The Phenomenal Handclap Band's Daniel Collás.
Metascore:
85
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Sundown 96.

Sundown

by Eddie Chacon
March 31, 2023
The second full-length solo release from Los Angeles-based Eddie Chacon was produced by John Carroll Kirby.
Metascore:
85
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Billy Valentine & The Universal Truth 97.

Billy Valentine & The Universal Truth

by Billy Valentine
March 24, 2023
The latest full-length release from soul singer Billy Valentine was produced by producer Bob Thiele, Jr. and features covers of songs made famous by such artists as Prince, Pharaoh Sanders, Gil Scott-Heron, and Stevie Wonder.
Metascore:
85
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Still Over It 98.

Still Over It

by Summer Walker
November 5, 2021
The second full-length release for the Atlanta R&B artist features guest appearances from Cardi B, Ciara, JT, Ari Lennox, Lil Durk, Omarion, and Pharrell Williams.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.1
And Then Life Was Beautiful 99.

And Then Life Was Beautiful

by nao
September 24, 2021
The third full-length studio release for the British artist features guest appearances from Adekunle Gold, Lucky Daye, Lianne La Havas, and serpentwithfeet.
Metascore:
85
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8.3
The Year I Turned 21 100.

The Year I Turned 21

by Ayra Starr
May 31, 2024
The second full-length release from Beninese-Nigerian singer-songwriter Ayra Starr features guest appearances by Rauw Alejandro, Anitta, Giveon, Coco Jones, Milar, Rvssian, and Seyi Vibez.
Metascore:
85
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