Album Releases by Genre

Down To Earth 3801.

Down To Earth

by Jem
September 16, 2008
The Welsh-born singer releases her follow-up to her 2004 debut, "Finally Woken."
Metascore:
54
User Score:
6.0
Getting Away With It... Live 3802.

Getting Away With It... Live

by James
June 11, 2002
This double-disc live album was recorded on the band's farewell tour in Manchester in 2001. Among the 22 tracks are most of the group's hits, including "Sit Down," "Laid," and "Born of Frustration."
Metascore:
54
User Score:
7.3
The Rainbow Children 3803.

The Rainbow Children

by Prince
November 20, 2001
This religion-themed concept album is the artist's first official release in 10 years under the Prince name.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
7.3
Bitchin' 3804.

Bitchin'

by The Donnas
September 18, 2007
The seventh album for the California-based band.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
7.8
Saints Of Los Angeles 3805.

Saints Of Los Angeles

by Motley Crue
June 24, 2008
The metal band's first studio album since 2000's "New Tattoo" includes the album title song, which is available for use in the game Rock Band.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
8.1
It's Alive! 3806.

It's Alive!

by The New Cars
June 6, 2006
Only guitarist Elliot Easton and keyboardist Greg Hawkes return from the Old Cars (well, actually, just the Cars), with frontman duties falling to Todd Rundgren after Ric Ocasek (wisely) said no. The album itself features three new studio tracks and a slew of re-recorded Cars classics.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
tbd
Boomkatalog One 3807.

Boomkatalog One

by Boomkat
April 8, 2003
The brother-sister duo of Kellin and Taryn Manning was signed to a major-label deal in part on the strength of Taryn's burgeoning acting career, which has seen her in roles on TV's "Boston Public" as well as "crazy/beautiful" and "8 Mile."
Metascore:
54
User Score:
6.9
The Raven 3808.

The Raven

by Lou Reed
January 28, 2003
Available in two different versions, the latest from Lou Reed is based on the writings of Edgar Allen Poe. The 2-CD set includes tracks with readings of Poe by various actors (such as Willem Dafoe, Steve Buscemi and Amanda Plummer), backed by Reed, while the single-disc set pulls only the more song-oriented pieces from the longer version. Hal Willner produces.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
8.4
Everyday Demons 3809.

Everyday Demons

by The Answer
March 31, 2009
The Northern Ireland rock band releases its first album in North America after featuring a track on the video game Guitar Hero: World Tour.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
7.7
The Chronicles Of Life And Death 3810.

The Chronicles Of Life And Death

by Good Charlotte
October 5, 2004
The twentysomething pop-punkers attempt to move past their past TRL success with a more mature follow-up to 2002's 'Young And The Hopeless.'
Metascore:
53
User Score:
7.0
Dangerous Dreams 3811.

Dangerous Dreams

by Moving Units
October 12, 2004
This debut album for the Los Angeles-based '80s revivalists will give your favorite indie rock critics another excuse to practice typing "Gang of Four."
Metascore:
53
User Score:
7.3
The Illusion Of Progress 3812.

The Illusion Of Progress

by Staind
August 19, 2008
Staind returns with its sixth album, produced by Johnny K.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
7.7
Mudvayne 3813.

Mudvayne

by Mudvayne
December 21, 2009
The fifth studio album for the metal band from Illinois was produced by Jeremy Parker.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
7.0
Silence Is Easy 3814.

Silence Is Easy

by Starsailor
January 27, 2004
The sophomore effort for the English quartet includes two tracks produced by the legendary (and allegedly homicidal) Phil Spector, with the remainder handled by John Leckie and Danton Suppie.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
7.2
Nightbird 3815.

Nightbird

by Erasure
January 25, 2005
'Nightbird' marks the first disc of original songs from the duo of Andrew Bell and Vince Clarke in five years.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
8.2
Rudebox 3816.

Rudebox

by Robbie Williams
October 23, 2006
William Orbit, Mark Ronson, Lily Allen and the Pet Shop Boys are among the collaborators on Williams' eclectic seventh studio disc, which finds him experimenting (never a good sign) with electronica and even hip-hop.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
7.3
We Don't Need To Whisper 3817.

We Don't Need To Whisper

by Angels and Airwaves
May 23, 2006
The first post-Blink-182 recording for Tom DeLonge finds the singer-guitarist in a new group with members of The Offspring and The Distillers.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
7.5
Business Casual 3818.

Business Casual

by Beep Beep
August 24, 2004
'Business Casual' is the debut LP for the dance-oriented Nebraska four-piece, who are frequently compared to some combination of Wire, XTC and Gang Of Four and don't sound an awful lot like any of the other bands on Saddle Creek's roster, save for maybe The Faint.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
7.0
All The Lost Souls 3819.

All The Lost Souls

by James Blunt
September 18, 2007
The English singer wrote half of the songs while at Ibiza.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
6.4
Escapology 3820.

Escapology

by Robbie Williams
April 1, 2003
UK pop star Robbie Williams follows the success of Sing When You're Winning with this, his fifth and most adult-sounding LP.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
7.8
Every Man For Himself 3821.

Every Man For Himself

by Hoobastank
May 16, 2006
The unfortunately-named Agoura Hills, Calif. rockers--now down to a trio after losing their bassist--return with a third album.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
7.0
Super Animal Brothers III 3822.

Super Animal Brothers III

by EAR PWR
May 19, 2009
The Baltimore via North Carolina duo release their latest album.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
tbd
Japanese Motors 3823.

Japanese Motors

by Japanese Motors
October 7, 2008
The debut album from the Orange County quartet led by professional surfer Alex Knost.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
tbd
Matinee 3824.

Matinee

by Jack Peñate
January 22, 2008
The debut album from the British singer was produced by Jim Abbiss.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
7.0
Present/Future 3825.

Present/Future

by Eagle Eye Cherry
October 30, 2001
The sophomore effort for Eagle-Eye Cherry (following 1998's Grammy-nominated 'Desireless') includes a guest appearance from sister Neneh Cherry on one track. Rick Rubin produces.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
tbd
Horrorscope 3826.

Horrorscope

by Eve 6
July 25, 2000
Metascore:
53
User Score:
7.5
Bring on the Comets 3827.

Bring on the Comets

by VHS or Beta
August 28, 2007
Bring on the Comets is the third album from the Louisville, Kentucky natives.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
5.8
Boomslang 3828.

Boomslang

by Johnny Marr & The Healers
February 4, 2003
The Smiths' guitarist takes a turn at the microphone for the first time, handling vocal duties for his new band, The Healers. The lineup also includes Zak Starkey (son of Ringo Starr) on drums and Kula Shaker bassist Alonza Bevan.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
7.6
Taking Chances 3829.

Taking Chances

by Celine Dion
November 13, 2007
Her first English-language album since 2003 includes songs written by the Eurythmics' David A. Stewart, Linda Perry, and Ne-Yo.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
6.9
Kris Allen 3830.

Kris Allen

by Kris Allen
November 17, 2009
This is the first major label album for the winner of the eighth season of American Idol.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
6.4
Bat Out Of Hell III: The Monster Is Loose 3831.

Bat Out Of Hell III: The Monster Is Loose

by Meat Loaf
October 31, 2006
This is the Loaf's third (and hopefully final) installment in his three-decade Bat Out Of Hell series.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
7.7
Make Believe 3832.

Make Believe

by Weezer
May 10, 2005
Rick Rubin produced album number five for the Rivers Cuomo-led band.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
6.0
The Circle 3833.

The Circle

by Bon Jovi
November 10, 2009
The New Jersey rock band releases its latest album produced with John Shanks.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
7.7
Mother Of Curses 3834.

Mother Of Curses

by D. Rider
February 17, 2009
The debut album for the rock band led by Todd Albert Rittmann.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
tbd
Keys To The World 3835.

Keys To The World

by Richard Ashcroft
March 21, 2006
This is the third solo album for the former Verve frontman.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
7.0
Seventy Two & Sunny 3836.

Seventy Two & Sunny

by Uncle Kracker
June 29, 2004
Kenny Chesney guests on '72 & Sunny,' the third solo disc for the Kid Rock protege.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
3.0
Slipway Fires 3837.

Slipway Fires

by Razorlight
March 10, 2009
The third album for the British quartet was produced by Mike Crossey.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
6.3
Back Home 3838.

Back Home

by Eric Clapton
August 30, 2005
The guitarist's first album of original material in four years includes collaborations with John Mayer, Steve Winwood and Billy Preston.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
4.6
Pressure Chief 3839.

Pressure Chief

by Cake
October 5, 2004
The Northern California band's fifth album in ten years includes a cover of Bread's "Guitar Man."
Metascore:
52
User Score:
8.0
Pushing The Senses 3840.

Pushing The Senses

by Feeder
January 31, 2005
The fifth studio release for the veteran UK rock trio fronted by Grant Nicholas comes three years after the suicide of the band's drummer, Jon Lee.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
7.8
Devil's Playground 3841.

Devil's Playground

by Billy Idol
March 22, 2005
The 80s star returns with his first album in a dozen years.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
8.3
Pop Trash 3842.

Pop Trash

by Duran Duran
June 13, 2000
Metascore:
52
User Score:
7.3
Disconnection Notice 3843.

Disconnection Notice

by Goldfinger
February 15, 2005
The veteran pop-punk outfit led by John Feldmann returns with a fifth studio disc.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
7.9
Size Matters 3844.

Size Matters

by Helmet
October 5, 2004
The metal band returns after a seven-year recording hiatus with this new disc, produced by band leader Page Hamilton (the only original member here) with Jay Baumgardner and Charlie Clouser.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
7.8
Astronaut 3845.

Astronaut

by Duran Duran
October 12, 2004
'Astronaut' marks first album by Duran Duran's original lineup since 1983's 'Seven And The Ragged Tiger.' Dallas Austin and Don Gilmore are among the producers.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
8.3
Driving A Million 3846.

Driving A Million

by Gwenmars
March 6, 2001
The second album from the Los Angeles-based power trio (coming a full six years after their 1995 debut, 'Magnosheen').
Metascore:
52
User Score:
tbd
Transmission 3847.

Transmission

by Gay Dad
April 30, 2002
Now a three-piece, English glam-rockers Gay Dad return for their sophomore album, following 1999's Leisure Noise.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
tbd
Dark Light 3848.

Dark Light

by H.I.M.
September 27, 2005
This is the first U.S. release for the popular Finnish goth-rock band (the initials stand for His Infernal Majesty) fronted by Ville Hermani Vallo.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
7.9
Rise And Fall, Rage And Grace 3849.

Rise And Fall, Rage And Grace

by The Offspring
June 17, 2008
The first album in over four years for the California punk band was produced by Bob Rock.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
7.6
City Beach 3850.

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
Black Swan 3851.

Black Swan

by Athlete
March 2, 2010
The fourth album for the British indie rock band was produced by Tom Rothrock.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
7.0
Freedomland [Live] 3852.

Freedomland [Live]

by Jackie-O Motherfucker
September 16, 2008
Portland, Oregon-based Jackie-O Motherfucker releases an album of songs recorded live.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
tbd
Welcoming Home The Astronauts 3853.

Welcoming Home The Astronauts

by Flickerstick
November 6, 2001
This Dallas band gained national attention by starring in (and winning) VH1's "Bands On The Run" competition/reality show. This major-label effort is a remixed version of their independently-released debut album, with two additional tracks.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
8.7
Tales Don't Tell Themselves 3854.

Tales Don't Tell Themselves

by Funeral For A Friend
May 15, 2007
The Welsh band return with their third studio album produced by Gil Norton (Pixies, Foo Fighters).
Metascore:
52
User Score:
6.3
Fake Songs 3855.

Fake Songs

by Liam Lynch
April 8, 2003
Best known as the co-creator of MTV's cult hit sock puppet show "Sifl and Olly," Liam Lynch has also studied music at Paul McCartney's academy and is a published writer. 'Fake Songs,' his first album, includes "United States of Whatever" (the most popular song from S&O and now a minor alternative radio hit) and such tracks as "Fake David Bowie Song," "Fake Pixies Song," and "Fake Depeche Mode Song."
Metascore:
52
User Score:
7.0
The Others 3856.

The Others

by The Others
January 31, 2005
This is the full-length debut for the London band led by 22-year-old Dominic Masters.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
4.9
Break Up 3857.

Break Up

by Pete Yorn & Scarlett Johansson
September 15, 2009
The album of songs about a rocky love affair was recorded in 2006 (before Scarlett's 2008 covers album).
Metascore:
52
User Score:
7.9
Monochrome 3858.

Monochrome

by Helmet
July 18, 2006
This is the second release for the second incarnation of Helmet, which features frontman Page Hamilton backed by a new rhythm section.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
7.6
The Pick Of Destiny OST 3859.

The Pick Of Destiny OST

by Tenacious D
November 14, 2006
The second album for the tongue-in-cheek rock duo of Jack Black and Kyle Gass serves as the soundtrack to their movie of the same name.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
8.2
The Block 3860.

The Block

by New Kids on the Block
September 2, 2008
Fourteen years since their last studio record, the Kids are back with their newest album on the Interscope label.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
8.0
Simple Plan 3861.

Simple Plan

by Simple Plan
February 12, 2008
The third album for the Quebecois punk-pop band was produced by Dave Fortman, Danjahandz, and Max Martin.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
6.9
Early Days 3862.

Early Days

by Beth Hirsch
August 29, 2000
The debut album from the singer-songwriter best known for her work on Air's 'Moon Safari' (where she co-wrote and provided vocals for "All I Need" and "You Make It Easy").
Metascore:
51
User Score:
tbd
Brett Anderson 3863.

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
Untitled 3864.

Untitled

by Korn
July 31, 2007
Drummer Terry Bozzio only features in half of the tracks on Korn's eighth album, which ends their current contract with Virgin.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
7.3
Alive & Amplified 3865.

Alive & Amplified

by Mooney Suzuki
August 24, 2004
The New York indie four-piece team up with, of all people, producers The Matrix on this follow-up to 'Electric Sweat.'
Metascore:
51
User Score:
7.3
Shaka Rock 3866.

Shaka Rock

by Jet
August 25, 2009
Chris "Frenchie" Smith produces the Australian hard rock band's third album.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
5.4
Candy Ass 3867.

Candy Ass

by Mark Eitzel
October 4, 2005
The American Music Club frontman's latest solo release, like 2001's 'Invisible Man,' finds him dabbling with electronica.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
tbd
My Bloody Underground 3868.

My Bloody Underground

by The Brian Jonestown Massacre
April 15, 2008
The 13th album from the group formed in San Francisco is its first in more than four years.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
7.2
Do You Want The Truth Or Something Beautiful? 3869.

Do You Want The Truth Or Something Beautiful?

by Paloma Faith
September 28, 2009
This is the debut album for the British actress/singer.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
8.0
For(n)ever 3870.

For(n)ever

by Hoobastank
January 27, 2009
The fourth studio album for the California rock band was produced by Howard Benson.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
5.7
Amateur Night In The Big Top 3871.

Amateur Night In The Big Top

by Shaun William Ryder
September 2, 2003
'Amateur Night' marks the first solo release for the former frontman of the Happy Mondays and Black Grape. Cabaret Voltaire's Stephen Mallinder co-produced.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
8.5
Don't Tread On Me 3872.

Don't Tread On Me

by 311
August 16, 2005
The Omaha, Nebraska alt-rockers return with an eighth album.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
6.0
Scream 3873.

Scream

by Tokio Hotel
May 6, 2008
The German quartet's debut album in English features songs from their German Language albums, "Schrei" and "Zimmer 483."
Metascore:
51
User Score:
4.8
Plays Music 3874.

Plays Music

by 33.3
October 24, 2000
This is the second LP for the Tortoise-like Yale grads, who have expanded from three to five musicians.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
tbd
Winning Days 3875.

Winning Days

by The Vines
March 23, 2004
Working once again with producer Rob Schnapf (Beck, Guided By Voices, Elliot Smith), the Aussies return with a second LP.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
7.4
Lions 3876.

Lions

by The Black Crowes
May 8, 2001
'Lions' continues to build on the sound established in 1999's 'By Your Side,' with this outing produced by Don Was.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
8.7
Time Changes Everything 3877.

Time Changes Everything

by John Squire
September 16, 2002
The guitarist for the legendary Manchester outfit The Stone Roses emerges with his very first solo album (after the breakup of his less successful second band, the Seahorses). It also marks the first appearance of Squire as a vocalist, as he sings on each of these 10 tracks.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
7.4
A Little More Personal (Raw) 3878.

A Little More Personal (Raw)

by Lindsay Lohan
December 6, 2005
The actress' second album rocks a bit more than her first, and includes covers of songs by Cheap Trick and Stevie Nicks.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
7.2
More Than You Think You Are 3879.

More Than You Think You Are

by Matchbox Twenty
November 19, 2002
Still lowercase, the alt-rock band led by Rob Thomas (who is perhaps more famous for "Smooth" on Santana's 1999 album) returns with their third album, the first on which the band shared songwriting duties as a unit.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
8.7
Necessary Evil 3880.

Necessary Evil

by Deborah Harry
October 9, 2007
The former Blondie lead singer releases her fifth solo album.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
8.3
Duke Lion Fights The Terror!! 3881.

Duke Lion Fights The Terror!!

by Bigdumbface
March 6, 2001
Bigdumbface is a side project of Limp Bizkit's Wes Borland.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
8.8
Songs From Black Mountain 3882.

Songs From Black Mountain

by Live
June 6, 2006
Going on 15 years of recording, the once-popular Ed Kowalczyk & co. return with a follow-up to 2003's 'Birds Of Pray.'
Metascore:
50
User Score:
5.3
Brassbound 3883.

Brassbound

by The Ordinary Boys
June 20, 2005
Stephen Street produced this more ska-oriented sophomore release for the Brighton, England outfit.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
8.0
Faceless 3884.

Faceless

by Godsmack
April 8, 2003
The Boston-based punk-metal outfit returns with a third studio LP, produced by David Botrill (Tool).
Metascore:
50
User Score:
7.4
Black Butterfly 3885.

Black Butterfly

by Buckcherry
September 16, 2008
The rock band's fourth album includes a song released for the video game Rock Band.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
6.3
Fiction Family 3886.

Fiction Family

by Fiction Family
January 20, 2009
Switchfoot's Jon Foreman and Nickle Creek's Sean Watkins release their debut together as Fiction Family.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
tbd
Press The Spacebar 3887.

Press The Spacebar

by Chicks On Speed
March 22, 2005
This self-released follow-up to '99 Cents' finds the German group joined by Spain's The No Heads.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
5.0
The New Game 3888.

The New Game

by Mudvayne
November 18, 2008
The fourth album for the metal band from Illinois was produced by Dave Fortman.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
7.1
Behind The Sun 3889.

Behind The Sun

by Chicane
August 8, 2000
Features the UK chart-topper "Don't Give Up," with vocals from Bryan Adams.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
8.8
Birds Of Pray 3890.

Birds Of Pray

by Live
May 20, 2003
Ed Kowalczyk & co. return for their sixth album, produced by Jim Wirt (Incubus, Something Corporate).
Metascore:
50
User Score:
7.6
Blood Sport 3891.

Blood Sport

by Sneaker Pimps
February 19, 2002
The band that gave us alt-radio hit "6 Underground" returns with a third album, although their second (1999's 'Splinter') failed to secure U.S. distribution. Guitarist Chris Corner now handles lead vocals, replacing the departed Kelli Dayton.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
8.4
Shock Value II 3892.

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
Underclass Hero 3893.

Underclass Hero

by Sum 41
July 24, 2007
The punk pop band releases its fifth studio album.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
7.1
Theology 3894.

Theology

by Sinéad O'Connor
June 26, 2007
This unusual double-disc set pairs two albums with almost identical tracklistings. One (the "Dublin Sessions") is an acoustic set, while the second disc ("London Sessions") was recorded with a full band.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
7.3
Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water 3895.

Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water

by Limp Bizkit
October 17, 2000
Metascore:
49
User Score:
7.8
Dark Horse 3896.

Dark Horse

by Nickelback
November 18, 2008
The Canadian rock band releases its sixth album produced with Mutt Lange.
Metascore:
49
User Score:
4.5
Switzerland 3897.

Switzerland

by Electric Six
September 12, 2006
The Detroit party-rockers return with a third album.
Metascore:
49
User Score:
7.8
Gemstones 3898.

Gemstones

by Adam Green
February 22, 2005
The singer-songwriter (formerly of The Moldy Peaches) follows his acclaimed set 'Friends Of Mine' with this disc produced by Dan Myers.
Metascore:
49
User Score:
7.4
Take It To The Limit 3899.

Take It To The Limit

by Hinder
November 4, 2008
Mick Mars is featured on the title track of the second album for the hard rock band.
Metascore:
49
User Score:
6.2
Marshall's House 3900.

Marshall's House

by John Squire
February 16, 2004
The paintings of Edward Hopper are the inspiration for this second solo outing from the former Stone Roses guitarist, who also spent time in The Seahorses.
Metascore:
49
User Score:
6.0