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	71 LP3 by Ratatat July 8, 2008 This is the third album for the Brooklyn, New York duo. Metascore: 71 User Score: 7.8
	52 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
	79 Real Estate by Real Estate November 17, 2009 The New Jersey indie rock band that includes ex-Titus Andronicus member Martin Courtney releases its debut album. Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.1
	84 Old Ramon by Red House Painters April 10, 2001 Stuck in label limbo since 1997, 'Old Ramon' finally sees the light of day, thanks to Sub Pop records. It is the first official RHP release since 1996's 'Songs For A Blue Guitar,' although frontman Mark Kozelek released the solo album 'What's Next to the Moon' and appeared in the film "Almost Famous" in the interim. Metascore: 84 User Score: 8.3
	72 Soviet Kitsch by Regina Spektor March 1, 2005 The Russian-born singer/pianist makes her major-label debut with this disc produced by Gordon Raphael (The Strokes). Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.1

	80 Begin To Hope by Regina Spektor June 13, 2006 The Russia-born, New York-based anti-folkie returns with a dozen new tracks produced by David Kahne (The Strokes). Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.3
	79 Love And Curses by Reigning Sound August 11, 2009 This is the latest album for the North Carolina-based band led by Greg Cartwright. Metascore: 79 User Score: tbd
	76 The Door by Religious Knives October 14, 2008 The Brooklyn, New York, quartet's debut album on the Ecstatic Peace label was produced with Thurston Moore. Metascore: 76 User Score: tbd
	78 2 by Retribution Gospel Choir January 26, 2010 The indie rock trio led by Low guitarist Alan Sparhawk releases its second album. Metascore: 78 User Score: tbd
	63 The State Of Things by Reverend and the Makers September 17, 2007 Jon McClure leads the British band's debut album. Metascore: 63 User Score: 7.6

	77 Dents And Shells by Richard Buckner October 12, 2004 The sixth album for the indie-folk singer-songwriter was recorded in Texas and Arizona with a cast of up to eight backing musicians. Metascore: 77 User Score: 7.9
	76 Meadow by Richard Buckner September 12, 2006 The singer-songwriter reunites with producer J.D. Foster for his eighth album, which also finds him backed by former members of Guided By Voices. Metascore: 76 User Score: 7.8
	82 Lowedges by Richard Hawley May 20, 2003 Named after a suburb of his native Sheffield, England, 'Lowedges' is the third solo release for the Pulp guitarist. Metascore: 82 User Score: tbd
	85 Cole's Corner by Richard Hawley September 6, 2005 This is the fourth solo album for the sometime Pulp guitarist. Metascore: 85 User Score: 8.6
	78 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

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	74 The Atlantic Ocean by Richard Swift April 7, 2009 The latest solo album for the singer-songwriter includes one track co-produced by Mark Ronson. Metascore: 74 User Score: tbd
	80 The Execution of All Things by Rilo Kiley October 1, 2002 This is the second full-length album for the Los Angeles-based indie band, who are now labelmates of Omaha's Bright Eyes. Fans of the TV program "Boy Meets World" (all three of you) may recognize guitarist Blake Sennett, who played Joey on that show. (Singer Jenny Lewis has also guested on numerous sitcoms over the years.) Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.6
	75 More Adventurous by Rilo Kiley August 17, 2004 The Los Angeles indie-rockers make their major label debut with 'More Adventurous.' In the two years since their previous outing together, the band's Jenny Lewis contributed vocals to the debut from the Postal Service, while Blake Sennett and Jason Boesel released an album from their own side project, The Elected. Metascore: 75 User Score: 8.7
	71 Under the Blacklight by Rilo Kiley August 21, 2007 After dabbling in solo projects, the band regroups for its fourth album, produced by Jason Lader. Metascore: 71 User Score: 6.8
	66 Alone: The Home Recordings of Rivers Cuomo by Rivers Cuomo December 18, 2007 The album by Weezer's frontman features home demos from 1992 to 2007. Metascore: 66 User Score: 8.0
	71 Alone II: The Home Recordings by Rivers Cuomo November 25, 2008 The second set of demos from the Weezer singer ranges from 1993 to 2008. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.2
	80 Since We Last Spoke by RJD2 May 18, 2004 The underground hip-hop producer (also a member of Soul Position) returns with a follow-up to his acclaimed 2002 Def Jux Debut, 'Dead Ringer.' Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.3
	60 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
	74 Living Well by Rob Crow January 23, 2007 This is the fourth solo album for the Pinback frontman. Metascore: 74 User Score: 7.5
	74 Telicatessen by Rob Sonic September 7, 2004 This is the long-awaited (and completely self-produced) solo debut for the acclaimed rapper, who formerly fronted the group Sonic Sum. Metascore: 74 User Score: tbd
	64 Tree City by Robbers On High Street February 22, 2005 This debut LP for the New York quartet has drawn numerous comparisons to Spoon. Metascore: 64 User Score: 8.0
	72 Grand Animals by Robbers On High Street July 24, 2007 The New York indie band releases its sophomore album. Metascore: 72 User Score: 7.6
	81 The Evangelist by Robert Forster April 29, 2008 Robert Forster's first album in 11 years also features songs written by his now-deceased Go-Between partner. Metascore: 81 User Score: 8.4
	71 From A Compound Eye by Robert Pollard January 24, 2006 The first post-GBV solo outing for the prolific Pollard was produced by Todd Tobias. Metascore: 71 User Score: 7.9
	72 Normal Happiness by Robert Pollard October 10, 2006 Many of the songs on the former Guided By Voices leader's second solo set of the year originated in tracks recorded for the soundtrack to the Steven Soderbergh film "Bubble." Metascore: 72 User Score: 7.8
	73 Robert Pollard Is Off To Business by Robert Pollard June 10, 2008 The ex-Guided By Voices singer releases his latest solo outing on his own label. Metascore: 73 User Score: 8.3
	66 Elephant Jokes by Robert Pollard August 11, 2009 The 22-track album is the second album released in 2009 for the former Guided By Voices singer. Metascore: 66 User Score: tbd
	64 Continental by Robin Guthrie May 16, 2006 'Continental' is the second solo album for the former Cocteau Twins guitarist. Metascore: 64 User Score: tbd
	74 Spooked by Robyn Hitchcock October 5, 2004 Gillian Welch guests on Hitchcock's latest solo offering, produced by David Rawlings. Metascore: 74 User Score: 7.5
	77 Goodnight Oslo by Robyn Hitchcock February 17, 2009 The second album Robyn Hitchcock has recorded with The Venus 3 (Peter Buck, Scott McCaughey, & Bill Rieflin) features a track used in the film Rachel Getting Married. Metascore: 77 User Score: 8.7
	77 Group Sounds by Rocket From The Crypt March 6, 2001 Metascore: 77 User Score: 8.3
	68 Makers by Rocky Votolato January 24, 2006 This is the fourth solo album for the former Waxwing member. Metascore: 68 User Score: 8.6
	78 The Brag And Cuss by Rocky Votolato June 19, 2007 His fifth album finds the Texan singer-songwriter backed by a full band. Metascore: 78 User Score: tbd
	79 Out Of The Shadow by Rogue Wave July 13, 2004 Originally self-released by the band in 2003, this debut album for Rogue Wave (basically just namesake Zach Rogue, plus additional musicians on some songs) was remastered and re-released by Sub Pop in 2004. Metascore: 79 User Score: 7.5
	72 Descended Like Vultures by Rogue Wave October 25, 2005 Unlike debut 'Out Of The Shadow,' album number two is a full-band affair, with Zach Rogue joined in the studio by his touring band. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.3
	67 Asleep At Heaven's Gate by Rogue Wave September 18, 2007 Metascore: 67 User Score: 7.8
	64 Permalight by Rogue Wave March 2, 2010 Formed in Oakland, California by Zach Schwartz, the indie rock band releases its fourth full-length album and its first with Cameron Jasper who replaced Patrick Abernethy (who took over for Evan Farrell when he left the band in 2007) on bass. Metascore: 64 User Score: 7.4
	79 Retriever by Ron Sexsmith April 6, 2004 Martin Terefe returns as producer for this sixth LP from the Canadian singer-songwriter, which includes appearances by Ed Harcourt and members of Travis. Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.4
	79 Birds Make Good Neighbors by Rosebuds September 13, 2005 The North Carolina husband-and-wife duo of Ivan Howard and Kelly Crisp return with a second album, produced by Brian Paulson. Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.4
	73 Night Of The Furies by Rosebuds April 10, 2007 The third album for the North Carolina duo of Ivan Howard and Kelly Crisp is more synth-driven than previous efforts. The Shout Out Louds guest. Metascore: 73 User Score: 8.6
	78 Life Like by Rosebuds October 7, 2008 The fourth album for the indie-rock duo from North Carolina. Metascore: 78 User Score: tbd
	62 If Songs Could Be Held by Rosie Thomas September 13, 2005 This is the third album for the Seattle-based singer-songwriter. Ed Harcourt guests on one track. Metascore: 62 User Score: tbd
	67 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
	71 Little Heart's Ease by Royal City June 8, 2004 The Toronto lo-fi indie-rockers, led by Will Oldham-esque singer-songwriter Aaron Riches, make their Sanctuary debut with this third album. Metascore: 71 User Score: tbd
	69 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
	72 Release The Stars by Rufus Wainwright May 15, 2007 The singer-songwriter self-produced (with the help of Pet Shop Boys' Neil Tennant) this follow-up to 'Want Two.' Richard Thompson guests. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.3
	70 Demolition by Ryan Adams September 24, 2002 As the title implies, this is not a true follow-up to 2001's 'Gold,' but rather a collection of demo recordings--13 never-before-released tracks (down from a rumored four-CD set!) captured on tape during spare moments while on tour. Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.1
	74 Love Is Hell, Part 1 [EP] by Ryan Adams November 4, 2003 Love Is Hell, Part 1 is one-half of the planned 'Love Is Hell' full-length that Adams had intended as his official follow-up to 2001's 'Gold' until Lost Highway refused to release it intact (instead encouraging the singer to record a more upbeat LP, 'Rock n Roll'). John Porter (The Smiths) produces. Metascore: 74 User Score: 8.7
	66 Rock'n'Roll by Ryan Adams November 4, 2003 Recorded in just two weeks after Adams (rather, his record company) scrapped plans to release 'Love Is Hell' as his official follow-up to 'Gold' (the former will instead appear as a 2-part EP), 'Rock'n'Roll' features guest appearances from Billie Joe Armstrong (Green Day), Melissa Auf Der Mauer (Hole) and Parker Posey (every indie film in the last 15 years). Metascore: 66 User Score: 6.8
	78 Love Is Hell, Part 2 [EP] by Ryan Adams December 9, 2003 Adams' 'Love Is Hell' 2-part album concludes with seven more tracks. Metascore: 78 User Score: 8.5
	69 Cold Roses by Ryan Adams May 3, 2005 Credited to Ryan Adams & The Cardinals, double album 'Cold Roses' is the first of three planned 2005 releases for the prolific singer-songwriter. Tom Schick produced. Metascore: 69 User Score: 8.7
	72 Jacksonville City Nights by Ryan Adams September 27, 2005 Norah Jones guests on the second (and most straight-ahead country) of a planned three 2005 releases for Adams, who is once again backed by The Cardinals. Tom Schic produced. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.0
	69 29 by Ryan Adams December 20, 2005 Ethan Johns produced the singer-songwriter's third and final release of 2005, which unlike its predecessors is a stripped-down solo affair consisting of nine lengthy story-songs each representing a year of Adams' life during his twenties. Metascore: 69 User Score: 8.7
	76 Easy Tiger by Ryan Adams June 26, 2007 Well off his 3-disc-a-year pace, Adams celebrates just his first release of 2007 with the 13-song 'Tiger.' Sheryl Crow guests, and The Cardinals once again provide the backing. Metascore: 76 User Score: 8.7
	78 On Top by Rye Coalition March 19, 2002 This third album for the Jersey City rockers (who come across a bit like an emo Tenacious D) was produced by Steve Albini. Metascore: 78 User Score: tbd
	61 Curses by Rye Coalition April 18, 2006 Dave Grohl produced this fourth album for the emo-rockers. Metascore: 61 User Score: tbd
	78 A Healthy Distrust by Sage Francis February 8, 2005 The indie MC moves from Anticon to Epitaph for his sophomore release. Will Oldham, Danger Mouse, Alias and Saul Williams guest. Metascore: 78 User Score: 8.6
	77 Human The Death Dance by Sage Francis May 8, 2007 The underground rapper/poet returns with his second album for Epitaph, joined by guests Buck 65, Jolie Holland and Mark Isham. Metascore: 77 User Score: 7.8
	76 C'Mon Lets Pretend by Sahara Hotnights April 8, 2003 This 1999 debut album for the all-girl Swedish garage band gets a belated U.S. release (complete with new packaging and bonus tracks) to capitalize on the recent success of their American breakthrough, 2002's 'Jennie Bomb.' Metascore: 76 User Score: tbd
	65 Kiss & Tell by Sahara Hotnights July 27, 2004 The all-female Scandinavian quartet return with a disc produced by Pelle Gunnerfeldt (The Hives), their third album overall and first for new label RCA. Metascore: 65 User Score: 8.7
	79 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. Metascore: 79 User Score: 7.8
	72 In The World Of Him by Sally Timms September 14, 2004 On this solo outing, the Mekons singer tackles a range of material written by male artists, including songs by Ryan Adams, Mark Eitzel and bandmate Jon Langford. Metascore: 72 User Score: tbd
	74 If We Meet In The Future by Saloon June 17, 2003 This sophomore LP for the Reading, England band continues the retro-futuristic pop sound (frequently compared to Stereolab) from their debut, with vocals sung in English, Spanish and French. Metascore: 74 User Score: tbd
	60 Heavenly Bender by Sam Champion September 9, 2008 No, it's not the "Good Morning America" weatherman singing, it's the sophomore album for the quartet of rockers from New York. Metascore: 60 User Score: tbd
	78 Who's Your New Professor by Sam Prekop March 8, 2005 'Professor' marks the second solo outing for the Sea And Cake leader. He's backed by the same group of musicians that performed on his previous 1999 release, including S&C bandmate Archer Prewitt and Josh Abrams (Town & Country). Metascore: 78 User Score: 8.5
	72 European by Sambassadeur February 23, 2010 The Swedish pop band named after the Serge Gainsbourg's song releases its third album. Metascore: 72 User Score: tbd
	60 Kelly's Locker [EP] by Sarah Cracknell September 12, 2000 An eight-track solo compilation from Saint Etienne vocalist Sarah Cracknell. Metascore: 60 User Score: tbd
	67 Golden Pollen by Savath & Savalas June 19, 2007 This latest release for Scott Herren's Catalan- and tropicalia-themed Prefuse 73 side project is basically a Herren solo record, with the producer even singing on a number of tracks. Other vocalists include Mia Doi Todd and Jose Gonzalez. Metascore: 67 User Score: tbd
	62 Oohs & Aahs by Say Hi March 3, 2009 The latest from the indie-rock group was written and produced by band leader Eric Elbogen. Metascore: 62 User Score: tbd
	81 Scissor Sisters by Scissor Sisters July 27, 2004 Although a New York band, Scissor Sisters (as evidenced by this debut disc) are definitely not part of the typical New York scene, eschewing garage and no wave to embrace campier, glammier 70s and 80s rock and dance music sounds. Included here is the band's cover of Pink Floyd's "Comfortably Numb." Metascore: 81 User Score: 8.7
	71 Ta-Dah by Scissor Sisters September 26, 2006 The surprisingly successful party band's second album includes a track co-written with Elton John. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.1
	71 Kidnapped By Neptune by Scout Niblett May 10, 2005 The English singer-songwriter has drawn comparisons to PJ Harvey, Cat Power and even Kurt Cobain for her sometimes abrasive, sometimes minimal, bluesy sound. Metascore: 71 User Score: tbd
	78 The Calcination Of Scout Niblett by Scout Niblett January 26, 2010 The latest album for the singer-songwriter was produced by Steve Albini and is her first with Drag City. Metascore: 78 User Score: 7.5
	47 Everybody Wants To Be On TV by Scouting For Girls April 12, 2010 Andy Green returns as producer for the second album for the British indie rock band. Metascore: 47 User Score: 2.9
	67 White Water, White Bloom by Sea Wolf September 22, 2009 The second full-length album for the rock band was produce by Mike Mogis. Metascore: 67 User Score: tbd
	69 We Built A Fire by Seabear March 16, 2010 This is the second album for the Icelandic group which started as a solo project for Sindri Mar Sigfusson. Metascore: 69 User Score: tbd
	70 Lay Of The Land by Seachange April 6, 2004 This loud but eclectic disc marks the debut for the sextet from Nottingham, England. Metascore: 70 User Score: tbd
	73 Ride by Seaworthy January 22, 2002 This is the debut release for the new project from Macha's Josh McKay. Unlike his work with Macha, McKay here avoids Eastern influences to concentrate on moody, atmospheric works. Metascore: 73 User Score: tbd
	62 Sebastien Grainger & The Mountains by Sebastien Grainger & The Mountains October 21, 2008 Sebastien Grainger, the Ex-Death from Above 1979 singer/drummer, releases his debut solo album. Metascore: 62 User Score: tbd
	80 Now Here Is Nowhere by Secret Machines May 18, 2004 This is the full-length debut for the Dallas, TX trio of brothers Benjamin and Brandon Curtis and Josh Garza. Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.6
	75 Ten Silver Drops by Secret Machines April 25, 2006 This is the sophomore set from the Texas-founded (and now New York-based) band known for its epic, proggy, psychedelic sound. Metascore: 75 User Score: 7.4
	69 Tomorrow Today by Seeland March 17, 2009 The debut album for the electronic duo of Tim Felton and Billy Bainbridge. Metascore: 69 User Score: tbd
	84 Serena-Maneesh by Serena-Maneesh May 9, 2006 This debut album from the Norwegian shoegaze six-piece marks the inaugural release by the new record label from UK website Playlouder. Sufjan Stevens guests. Metascore: 84 User Score: 7.7
	71 S-M Backwards by Serena-Maneesh September 23, 2008 The Norwegian rock band releases a collection of songs previously only available in Norway. Metascore: 71 User Score: tbd
	65 S-M 2: Abyss in B Minor by Serena-Maneesh March 23, 2010 The Norwegian band recorded some of this second full-length album in a cave. Metascore: 65 User Score: 7.8
	73 Volume Two by She & Him March 23, 2010 Zooey Deschanel and Matt Ward return with their second album together, which features two cover songs. Metascore: 73 User Score: 8.0
	85 Rook by Shearwater June 3, 2008 The Austin-based band cofounded by Okkervil River's Jonathan Meiburg releases its fifth album. Metascore: 85 User Score: 8.7
	78 Excellent Italian Greyhound by Shellac June 5, 2007 This is the first release in seven years for the trio of super-producer Steve Albini (guitar), Todd Trainer (drums), and Bob Weston (bass). Metascore: 78 User Score: 8.0
	70 Buzzkunst by ShelleyDevoto March 5, 2002 The Buzzcocks are back. Well, almost. Pete Shelley and Howard Devoto, founding members of that seminal punk band, have recorded together for the first time in over 25 years, resulting in these 14 brand-new electronica-laden tracks. Metascore: 70 User Score: tbd
	63 Three-Four by Shipping News February 18, 2003 This disc compiles tracks from three previously-released EPs by the indie rock trio, who originally got their start composing music for NPR's "This American Life." Also included are three brand-new tracks. Metascore: 63 User Score: tbd
	75 Flies The Fields by Shipping News March 22, 2005 Bob Weston produced this third studio album for the Louisville indie rockers. Metascore: 75 User Score: tbd
	76 Shocking Pinks by Shocking Pinks September 25, 2007 New Zealand-based Nick Harte presents songs from his previously released EPs in this full-length album. Metascore: 76 User Score: 6.3
	56 Reintegration Time by Shout Out Out Out Out May 5, 2009 The second full-length album for the Canadian band from Edmonton. Metascore: 56 User Score: tbd
	78 Live From Home by Shudder To Think September 15, 2009 Shudder To Think reunited in 2008 and this album features the live recordings of their reunion tour. Metascore: 78 User Score: tbd
	88 Exit by Shugo Tokumaru September 2, 2008 The latest album from the Japanese musician includes more than 50 instruments. Metascore: 88 User Score: 8.0

Album Releases by Genre

LP3

Slipway Fires

Real Estate

Old Ramon

Soviet Kitsch

Begin To Hope

Love And Curses

The Door

2

The State Of Things

Dents And Shells

Meadow

Lowedges

Cole's Corner

Dressed Up For The Letdown

The Atlantic Ocean

The Execution of All Things

More Adventurous

Under the Blacklight

Alone: The Home Recordings of Rivers Cuomo

Alone II: The Home Recordings

Since We Last Spoke

The Third Hand

Living Well

Telicatessen

Tree City

Grand Animals

The Evangelist

From A Compound Eye

Normal Happiness

Robert Pollard Is Off To Business

Elephant Jokes

Continental

Spooked

Goodnight Oslo

Group Sounds

Makers

The Brag And Cuss

Out Of The Shadow

Descended Like Vultures

Asleep At Heaven's Gate

Permalight

Retriever

Birds Make Good Neighbors

Night Of The Furies

Life Like

If Songs Could Be Held

These Friends Of Mine

Little Heart's Ease

Western Xterminator

Release The Stars

Demolition

Love Is Hell, Part 1 [EP]

Rock'n'Roll

Love Is Hell, Part 2 [EP]

Cold Roses

Jacksonville City Nights

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Easy Tiger

On Top

Curses

A Healthy Distrust

Human The Death Dance

C'Mon Lets Pretend

Kiss & Tell

Tales From Turnpike House

In The World Of Him

If We Meet In The Future

Heavenly Bender

Who's Your New Professor

European

Kelly's Locker [EP]

Golden Pollen

Oohs & Aahs

Scissor Sisters

Ta-Dah

Kidnapped By Neptune

The Calcination Of Scout Niblett

Everybody Wants To Be On TV