Ken Thomas (Sigur Ros) produced this sophomore effort for the anthemic UK rockers.

This is the debut album for the former Mazzy Star chanteuse's new band.

This is the second album with ex-My Bloody Valentine drummer Colm O'Ciosoig for Hope Sandoval.

The second LP from former Stone Roses frontman Ian Brown.

Former Stone Roses frontman Ian Brown returns with his third solo album, following 2000's 'Golden Greats.' The first single is "F.E.A.R."

The fourth solo disc for the former Stone Roses singer includes a collaboration with Noel Gallagher.

Ian Brown's fifth album features Sinead O'Connor, Sex Pistols Paul Cook and Steve Jones, Happy Mondays' Paul Ryder, and The Smiths' Andy Rourke.

The latest solo album for the former Stone Roses singer was produced by Dave McCracken.

This is the first solo album in over 10 years for the Echo & The Bunnymen frontman, who lately has developed a vocal fan in Coldplay's Chris Martin, who guests on this disc.

The third album for the Scottish rockers is already a big hit with UK music fans, helped by the success of lead single "You Held the World in Your Arms."

The fourth album for the Scottish band was recorded in Los Angeles with producer Tony Hoffer (Air, Beck).

The Scottish rockers fronted by Roddy Woomble reunite with producer Dave Eringa for this follow-up to 2005's 'Warnings/Promises.'

Skull Ring marks Iggy Pop's first appearance with his original band The Stooges in 30 years, as they provide backing on four tracks here. Also guesting are members of Green Day and Sum 41.

Another member of the new generation of neo-art-punkers (think Interpol or Liars, perhaps), this Los Angeles-based British four-piece makes its debut with 'Chat & Business,' which comes with a complimentary set of stickers with which to decorate the album cover.

The roster of this Los Angeles outfit (who make their debut with this self-titled release) includes members of Beck's touring band (Medal-Johnsen and Joey Waronker).

This is the third solo album for the British singer-songwriter.

This is the third album for the San Francisco band featuring drummer Lynn Perko and former Faith No More keyboardist Roddy Bottum.

Inara George Works pairs up with the famous arranger Van Dyke Parkson on her latest album inspired by Frank Sinatra and Richard Sherman.

The alt-metal band's first album since their 2001 hit 'Morning View' features a slightly different lineup, with Ben Kenney replacing bassist Dirk Lance. Brendan O'Brien produced.

The California alt-metal band returns with its first album in nearly three years.

The debut full-length solo release for the IO Echo singer was written in Greece.

This fourth LP for the metal band follow's 2004's acclaimed 'Panopticon' as well as an opening slot on Tool's latest tour.

The fifth album for the Los Angeles rock band was produced by Joe Barresi.

The sophomore album for the rock band started by Something Corporate's Andrew McMahon.

The Wallflowers' lead singer releases his debut solo album.

The second solo album for the former frontman of The Wallflowers was produced by T-Bone Burnett.

This is the eleventh studio album for the Manchester band that originally formed in 1982. Like many of their recent LPs, it was produced by Brian Eno. The lead single is "Getting Away With It (All Messed Up)."

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."

James Blake's first independent release under his own label features guest appearances by Dave and Monica Martin.

This is the solo debut for the Manic Street Preachers frontman.

The artist previously known as Wooden Wand releases his debut solo album.

The son of novelist Larry continues his critique of the world on his latest album.

This is the fifth album for the UK outfit, led by Stevie Wonder soundalike Jason Kay.

The U.K. pop-funk outfit led by Jay Kay returns with a sixth album.

The third full-length release from Austin singer-songwriter Jana Horn was mixed by Mauro Castro.

A reunited Jane's Addiction (sans bassist Eric Avery) is back with their first studio recording in 13 years.

Pulp frontman Jarvis Cocker makes his solo debut with this 14-song disc (which includes recent single "Running The World" as a secret bonus track).

Jason Isbell's first solo album since he left the Drive By Truckers.

The second album post-Drive-By Truckers for the singer-songwriter from Alabama is the first to feature The 400 Unit.

The third album for the San Diego-based singer-songwriter includes songs that first appeared on three EPs.

After receiving a good reception from the demo release, "Jamz n Jemz," the duo from Providence, Rhode Island, releases its full-length debut on Luaka Bop.

The CD/DVD set collects some of the performances the singer-songwriter gave during his world tour to promote his debut album, "Grace," from 1994 to 1996.

Jeffrey Lewis' latest album is his first to be credited with his backing band, The Junkyard.

The fourth album for the singer is a release of cover songs produced by Diane Gentile.

This is the first solo album for the former member of Luscious Jackson and Kostars.

The fourth album for the Florida-based alt-country singer features the band Olabelle and was produced by Joe Pernice.

The Arizona emo band returns with a follow-up to their successful 2001 self-titled effort. Gil Norton produced.

Butch Vig produces their sixth studio album.

This is the sophomore effort for the Dublin trio, who generated some attention (and some unavoidable Joy Division comparisons) with their self-titled 2000 debut.

The sophomore album for Joan Wasser features Rufus Wainwright as a guest vocalist on one track.

The latest album from the singer/songwriter from Kentucky was produced by Eric Bazilian, Rick Chertoff, and Rob Hyman.

The three-disc follow-up to 2006's "Ys" was a mystery as advance copies were not sent until a few weeks before the release date to circumvent any leaks of the songs.

The covers album also serves as a soundtrack to his novel of the same name.

The former Clash leader was nearing completion of this fourth and final solo album when he died of a heart attack in 2002. It includes covers of Bob Marley's "Redemption Song" (recorded without his backing band the Mescaleros) and Bobby Charles' "Before I Grow Too Old," as well as eight Strummer originals veering from reggae to rock.

Produced by Nick Franglen of Lemon Jelly, 'Hobo Sapiens' finds the 61-year-old Cale still willing to explore new musical territory. Note that none of the 12 songs here were on the "5 Tracks" EP released earlier in 2003.

The Sadies join up with John Doe to release their first album of country music together.

The third solo release from former Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist John Frusciante.

The Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist returns with a follow-up to his 2001 solo release, 'To Record Only Water For Ten Days.'

This is the debut solo album for the former lead singer of Denver band, The Czars.

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.

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.

The fourth full-length release from New York-based artist Joji features guest appearances by 4batz, Giveon, Don Toliver, and Yeat.

The Texan singer's fourth album features M Ward and Marc Ribot as guest musicians.

The debut solo album for the San Francisco-based musician features analog synthesizers and drum machines.

The David "Moose" Adamson-led band changes its name to just Jookabox for its third album.

The second album from Ohio singer-songwriter Joseph Arthur, who was originally discovered and signed by Peter Gabriel.

The fifth album for the singer-songwriter was produced by Sam Kassirer.

The latest album for the Nebraska-born singer-songwriter features a track released on his Valencia EP.

The debut full-length solo album for the Why? band member was written after his 11-year relationship ended and he left California.

Hatfield moves toward a more acoustic sound for her self-produced 10th studio release.

Juliette Lewis goes solo with this record produced by Omar Rodriguez-Lopez.

The son of Grammy-winning singer Steve Earle releases his debut album.

The second album for the son of Steve Earle was produced by RS Field and Steve Poulton.

This double-disc set is the influential singer-songwriter's first album in a dozen years.

The fourth album for the singer from Canada was coproduced with Jim Scott.

Yes, you'll see the word "Coldplay" in nearly every review for this debut disc, but the UK trio stand out from the crowd with their unconventional lineup of vocals, drums, and piano.

Album number two for the stadium-friendly, piano-led British trio follows two years after the unexpected mega-success of their debut 'Hopes And Fears.'

The third album for the British rock group was produced with Jon Brion and Stuart Price.

The British rock band releases its EP featuring K'Naan and Tigarah as guest artists, as well as one song with the band's Tim Rice-Oxley on lead vocals.

Five years since her last release (Christmas album withstanding), country singer Kelly Willis returns with a new album.

Ethiopia-born Kenna's sophomore album was produced by the Neptunes' Chad Hugo and features Pharrell Williams on some tracks.