Album Releases by Genre

God Bless The Blake Babies

God Bless The Blake Babies

by The Blake Babies
March 6, 2001
Juliana Hatfield and company reunite for their first album in 8 years.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Crimes

Crimes

by The Blood Brothers
October 12, 2004
The fourth album for the abrasive, Seattle-based punk-rockers was produced by John Goodmanson (Blonde Redhead).
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.6
Young Machetes

Young Machetes

by The Blood Brothers
October 10, 2006
The band's fifth album was produced by Guy Piccioto and John Goodmanson.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.5
The Lemon Of Pink

The Lemon Of Pink

by The Books
October 14, 2003
The experimental collage artists combine samples, vocals (courtesy of Anne Doerner) and acoustic instrumentation on this second release.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.7
Lost And Safe

Lost And Safe

by The Books
April 5, 2005
The third release for the acclaimed cut-and-paste outfit features an expanded vocal role for guitarist Nick Zammuto.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.6
Law Of The Playground

Law Of The Playground

by The Boy Least Likely To
April 14, 2009
The second album for the English indie-rock duo.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
I Think We're Gonna Need A Bigger Boat

I Think We're Gonna Need A Bigger Boat

by The BPA (Brighton Port Authority)
January 6, 2009
Norman Cook (also known as Fatboy Slim) releases his debut album under the alias The BPA.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
tbd
I Have Hands

I Have Hands

by The Bran Flakes
February 24, 2009
The latest release from the duo features 30 tracks of their samples.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
The Bravery

The Bravery

by The Bravery
March 29, 2005
Another hot, retro-sounding band based in New York? Is there some sort of factory churning these bands out? (Or in the case of The Bravery, a Factory?) The band's self-titled debut, preceded by the requisite buzz, utilizes a new wave-flavored sound which is also reminiscent of, oh, let's just say New Order and The Cure.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.2
Who Killed Sgt. Pepper?

Who Killed Sgt. Pepper?

by The Brian Jonestown Massacre
February 23, 2010
The 11th album for the Anton Newcombe-led rock band features the return of bassist/guitarist Matt Hollywood, who left the group in 1999.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
8.2
Please And Thank You

Please And Thank You

by The Broken Family Band
April 20, 2009
This is the first album on Cooking Vinyl for the British indie rock band.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
I Can't Go On, I'll Go On

I Can't Go On, I'll Go On

by The Broken West
January 23, 2007
This is the first album for the Los Angeles-based power-pop band formerly known as The Brokedown.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.3
Now Or Heaven

Now Or Heaven

by The Broken West
September 9, 2008
The sophomore album for the indie rock band based in Los Angeles.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Paper Dolls

Paper Dolls

by The Brunettes
February 2, 2010
The New Zealand duo releases their fourth full-length album.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Let Them Drink

Let Them Drink

by The Capitol Years
March 8, 2005
Less lo-fi and more band-oriented than previous efforts, 'Let Them Drink' is the second full-length studio release for the Philadelphia band led by Shai Halperin.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.6
Wishville

Wishville

by The Catherine Wheel
May 9, 2000
Metascore:
54
User Score:
7.3
Howling... It Grows And Grows!!!

Howling... It Grows And Grows!!!

by The Catheters
May 18, 2004
The Seattle-based punk band returns with their third album.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
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Invitation Songs

Invitation Songs

by The Cave Singers
September 25, 2007
The Seattle-based band featuring ex-Pretty Girls Make Graves' Derek Fudesco releases their first album.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.7
Welcome Joy

Welcome Joy

by The Cave Singers
August 18, 2009
The second album for the Seattle-based indie rock band was produced by Colin Stewart.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
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You Cross My Path

You Cross My Path

by The Charlatans UK
June 10, 2008
The British band released You Cross My Path as a free download by way of the radio station XFM's Web site.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.7
A Question Of Temperature

A Question Of Temperature

by The Chris Stamey Experience
January 25, 2005
'Experience' is certainly evident here as former dB's Chris Stamey and Gene Holder are joined by all three members of Yo La Tengo, Caitlin Cary and producer Mitch Easter for a trip through material by the likes of Television, Cream and the Yardbirds (as well as some originals).
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Are We There Yet?

Are We There Yet?

by The Citizens
September 1, 2004
The properly-hatted New York City four-piece make their debut with this ambitious CD.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.9
Getaway

Getaway

by The Clean
August 21, 2001
The legendary (and influential, at least among the indie rock set) New Zealand band The Clean returns with its first album in five years (and only the fourth of their 22-year career). Yo La Tengo's Georgia Hubley and Ira Kaplan guest on two tracks.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
6.5
Mister Pop

Mister Pop

by The Clean
September 8, 2009
This is the latest release for the New Zealand rock band.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
The Violet Hour

The Violet Hour

by The Clientele
July 8, 2003
The London-based band follow their singles collection ('Suburban Light') with this, their first true studio LP, which continues their hazy, 60s-influenced sound developed in those earlier songs.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.5
Strange Geometry

Strange Geometry

by The Clientele
October 11, 2005
Brian O'Shaughnessy produced the atmospheric UK band's second studio album.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.7
God Save The Clientele

God Save The Clientele

by The Clientele
May 8, 2007
Recorded in Nashville, the UK band's third studio album is slightly peppier and happier than past efforts (for The Clientele, anyway).
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.7
Bonfires On The Heath

Bonfires On The Heath

by The Clientele
October 6, 2009
The British indie rock band releases its fifth full-length studio album.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.3
Scramble

Scramble

by The Coathangers
April 7, 2009
The second album for the Atlanta-based female rock band.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Spells

Spells

by The Comas
April 17, 2007
The now New York-based psych-rock five-piece worked with producer Bill Racine on this fourth album.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.4
The Concretes

The Concretes

by The Concretes
June 29, 2004
The Swedish group (originally formed 9 years ago as an all-girl trio, but now featuring 8 full-time members) make their international debut with an album that manages to combine elements of classic Motown, Mazzy Star and the Velvet Underground.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
6.2
In Colour

In Colour

by The Concretes
April 4, 2006
Mike Mogis produced this second set from the Swedish act.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Shine A Light

Shine A Light

by The Constantines
August 19, 2003
The Ontario, Canada band makes its Sub Pop (and U.S.) debut with this, their second LP, which mixes alternative rock with punk and soul.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.6
Tournament Of Hearts

Tournament Of Hearts

by The Constantines
October 11, 2005
The Canadian rockers follow 'Shine A Light' with this 10-track set.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.1
Kensington Heights

Kensington Heights

by The Constantines
April 29, 2008
The fourth album for the Canadian indie rock band is its first full-length album on the Arts & Crafts label.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.4
The Coral

The Coral

by The Coral
March 4, 2003
This debut effort from Liverpool's The Coral is an inventive mix of numerous musical styles.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.3
Nightfreak And The Sons Of Becker [EP]

Nightfreak And The Sons Of Becker [EP]

by The Coral
January 26, 2004
This limited edtion 11-song low-fi mini-album was recorded with producer Ian Broudie over the course of a week.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.2
Magic & Medicine

Magic & Medicine

by The Coral
February 10, 2004
One of the more attention-grabbing British bands to emerge in the last few years--their fun, genre-jumping debut album landed them a Mercury Music Prize nomination--The Coral returns with a more coherent, '60s-influenced sophomore LP.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.3
The Invisible Invasion

The Invisible Invasion

by The Coral
August 30, 2005
Portishead's Geoff Barrow and Adrian Utley produced this fourth LP for the UK retro-rockers.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.1
Roots & Echoes

Roots & Echoes

by The Coral
August 6, 2007
The latest album from the British band is produced by Craig Silvey (The Magic Numbers).
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.4
St. Jude

St. Jude

by The Courteeners
April 7, 2008
The debut album for the British quartet was produced by Stephen Street.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
7.3
Falcon

Falcon

by The Courteeners
February 22, 2010
The follow-up to the band's gold album "St. Jude" was produced by Ed Buller.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
6.8
Men's Needs, Women's Needs, Whatever

Men's Needs, Women's Needs, Whatever

by The Cribs
July 17, 2007
The English trio of brothers look to leave a mark in the US with their third album.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.5
Ignore The Ignorant

Ignore The Ignorant

by The Cribs
November 10, 2009
This is the first album for the British rock band to feature the Smiths' Johnny Marr as lead guitarist.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.2
Calamity

Calamity

by The Curtains
October 24, 2006
'Calamity' is the first full length for Chris Cohen's new full-time project since leaving experimental rockers Deerhoof.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
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No Cities Left

No Cities Left

by The Dears
October 12, 2004
They might sound Britpop (and at the very least, a bit like The Smiths), but this collective led by Murray Lightburn hails from Montreal, Canada. This is their second album and first U.S. release.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.7
Gang Of Losers

Gang Of Losers

by The Dears
October 3, 2006
The Montreal band led by Murray Lightburn is a little more rocking and a little less orchestral on this follow-up to 'No Cities Left.'
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.5
Missiles

Missiles

by The Dears
October 21, 2008
The fourth album for the indie rock band from Montreal.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.2
Worldwide

Worldwide

by The Death Set
April 22, 2008
The debut album for the duo from Australia was produced by band member Johnny Siera.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Her Majesty The Decemberists

Her Majesty The Decemberists

by The Decemberists
September 9, 2003
This is the second album for the Portland, Ore.-based indie five-piece led by Colin Meloy.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.9
Picaresque

Picaresque

by The Decemberists
March 22, 2005
Chris Walla produced this third album for the literary Portland, Ore.-based five-piece led by Colin Meloy.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.5
The Crane Wife

The Crane Wife

by The Decemberists
October 3, 2006
'Crane Wife' marks the literate, Colin Meloy-led band's major label debut.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.7
The Hazards Of Love

The Hazards Of Love

by The Decemberists
March 24, 2009
The Portland, Oregon, indie band's fifth album features guest appearances by Lavender Diamond's Becky Stark, My Brightest Diamond's Shara Worden, My Morning Jacket's Jim James, Robyn Hitchcock, and the Spinanes' Rebecca Gates.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.5
Universal Audio

Universal Audio

by The Delgados
September 28, 2004
The fifth and final album from The Delgados (released on the band's own Chemikal Underground label) was co-produced with Tony Doogan. It ditches the strings of its orchestral predecessor, 'Hate,' to take a much poppier approach.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.2
Dirty Words

Dirty Words

by The Departure
June 13, 2005
This is the '80s alternative rock-influenced debut disc for the Northampton, England band.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
6.3
DFA Remixes: Chapter 1

DFA Remixes: Chapter 1

by The DFA
April 4, 2006
This volume collects 9 remixes by the production team The DFA (the duo of Tim Goldsworthy and James Murphy) of songs by Gorillaz, Hot Chip, Chemical Brothers, Le Tigre, Radio 4 and more.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.4
DFA Remixes: Chapter 2

DFA Remixes: Chapter 2

by The DFA
October 3, 2006
The duo's second remix compilation this year includes their take on tracks by Junior Senior, N.E.R.D., Nine Inch Nails, Goldfrapp and more.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
6.9
Miss Machine

Miss Machine

by The Dillinger Escape Plan
July 20, 2004
The inventive but challenging hardcore outfit returns with their first full-length studio recording since 1999's 'Calculating Infinity.'
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.6
Dangerous Magical Noise

Dangerous Magical Noise

by The Dirtbombs
November 4, 2003
This is the third full-length for the Detroit garage rockers led by guitarist Mick Collins (ex of the Gories) and featuring a supersized rhythm section of two bass players and two drummers. Included in early versions are bonus covers of Brian Eno's "King's Lead Hat" and Robyn Hitchcock's "Executioner of Love."
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
We Have You Surrounded

We Have You Surrounded

by The Dirtbombs
February 26, 2008
The Dirtbombs fourth full-length album includes covers of songs by Alan Moore, Dead Moon, and Sparks.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Change

Change

by The Dismemberment Plan
October 23, 2001
The eclectic Washington, D.C.-based indie band follow their best-received album, 1999's 'Emergency & I,' with this, their fourth LP. The Plan announced their breakup subsequent to its release.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.3
A People's History Of The Dismemberment Plan

A People's History Of The Dismemberment Plan

by The Dismemberment Plan
October 7, 2003
This final release from the now disbanded Washington, D.C. group is a remix album, but with a twist: all of the tracks were remixed by fans in response to an invitation on DP's website, with the best entries selected for inclusion on this disc.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.5
Regeneration

Regeneration

by The Divine Comedy
November 6, 2001
Neil Hannon returns with a follow-up to 2000's 'Gin Soaked Boy.' A bit of a departure, this album utilizes Radiohead producer Nigel Godrich and a larger group of musicians to highlight a more serious side to Hannon's music.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.6
Victory For The Comic Muse

Victory For The Comic Muse

by The Divine Comedy
June 19, 2006
The title of this ninth Divine Comedy album for Neil Hannon echoes back to the band's debut, 'Fanfare For The Comic Muse.'
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.5
The Visiter

The Visiter

by The Dodos
March 18, 2008
The San Francisco, California-based duo releases its sophomore album.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.7
Time To Die

Time To Die

by The Dodos
September 15, 2009
The third album for the rock band was produced by Phil Ek.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.3
Living On The Other Side

Living On The Other Side

by The Donkeys
September 9, 2008
The quartet from San Diego, California, releases its sophomore album.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Loose In The Air

Loose In The Air

by The Double
September 13, 2005
Steve Revitte produced the experimental Brooklyn four-piece's third album (and first for Matador).
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Gala Mill

Gala Mill

by The Drones
September 2, 2006
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.3
Nothing Gold Can Stay

Nothing Gold Can Stay

by The Duke & the King
August 4, 2009
The debut album for Robert "Chicken" Burke and Simone Felice, who left The Felice Brothers last year.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Cuts Across The Land

Cuts Across The Land

by The Duke Spirit
March 7, 2006
The UK rockers (making their full-length debut with this Flood- and Simon Raymonde-produced disc) are fronted by Liela Moss, who has drawn comparisons to Patti Smith and PJ Harvey.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.8
Neptune

Neptune

by The Duke Spirit
April 8, 2008
The sophomore album for the British quintet was produced by Chris Goss.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.7
Sunset/Sunrise

Sunset/Sunrise

by The Dutchess & The Duke
October 6, 2009
This is the second album for the Seattle-based indie rock duo.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
These Were The Earlies

These Were The Earlies

by The Earlies
October 25, 2005
The half American, half English four-piece make their debut with an album that, like Manitoba's Up In Flames, combines organic and electronic elements from a variety of genres into a unique psychedelic stew.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.5
Enemy Chorus

Enemy Chorus

by The Earlies
January 23, 2007
This is the second LP for the ever-growing prog-rock collective that calls both England and Texas home.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.4
The Royal Society

The Royal Society

by The Eighties Matchbox B-Line Disaster
October 25, 2004
Chris Goss (Kyuss) produced this second album for the UK rockers.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.3
Me First

Me First

by The Elected
February 3, 2004
Rilo Kiley's Blake Sennett is the mastermind behind this collective, which includes contributions from members of Azure Ray and Ozma and production from Mike Mogis (Bright Eyes) and Jimmy Tamborello (DNTEL, Postal Service).
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.6
Sun, Sun, Sun

Sun, Sun, Sun

by The Elected
January 24, 2006
Rilo Kiley's Blake Sennett returns with a sophomore set for his side project, The Elected. Contributors include members of Eisley and Bright Eyes, as well as Rilo Kiley bandmate Jenny Lewis.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.5
We'll Live and Die in These Towns

We'll Live and Die in These Towns

by The Enemy
July 9, 2007
Formally known as The Bridges, the British band returns with a label, a new name, and a new album.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
6.7
The Entrance Band

The Entrance Band

by The Entrance Band
September 1, 2009
Guy Blakeslee who originally recorded under the name Entrance, with Derek W. James and Paz Lenchantin contributing, they now credit themselves The Entrance Band.
Metascore:
44
User Score:
7.0
The Long Goodbye

The Long Goodbye

by The Essex Green
April 8, 2003
The Brooklyn-based Elephant 6-style band (which shares some members with Ladybug Transistor) returns with a second LP.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Cannibal Sea

Cannibal Sea

by The Essex Green
March 21, 2006
This is the third album of 60s-influenced tunes from the Brooklyn-based indie-pop band.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.0
Rawar Style

Rawar Style

by The Eternals
May 18, 2004
Definitely not your typical Chicago band, this trio of former Trenchmouth members Damon Locks and Wayne Montana and Vandermark 5 drummer Tim Mulvenna injects funk, ska, and hip-hop elements into the usual post-rock mix on this debut full-length.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
The Evens

The Evens

by The Evens
March 15, 2005
This eponymous disc is the debut for the Washington D.C. duo of Dischord Records/Fugazi head Ian MacKaye and drummer Amy Farina (The Warmers).
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.5
Get Evens

Get Evens

by The Evens
November 7, 2006
This is the second album for the D.C.-based duo of Ian MacKaye (Fugazi) and Amy Farina (The Warmers).
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.8
Dizzy Spells

Dizzy Spells

by The Ex
April 24, 2001
The first album in three years for the Dutch collective. This 12-track set was produced by Steve Albini.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Freedom Wind

Freedom Wind

by The Explorers Club
May 20, 2008
The six-piece band from South Carolina releases its debut album on the Dead Oceans label.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.8
Wet From Birth

Wet From Birth

by The Faint
September 14, 2004
Mike Mogis produced this fourth album for the dance-inducing Nebraska indie rockers. Azure Ray's Orenda Fink and Maria Taylor add vocals on several tracks.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.0
Fasciinatiion

Fasciinatiion

by The Faint
August 5, 2008
The first album released on their new label Blank.wav was written and produced by the band.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
8.2
Fall Heads Roll

Fall Heads Roll

by The Fall
October 4, 2005
Mark E. Smith & Co. return with their full-length follow-up to 'The Real New Fall LP.'
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.3
Reformation Post T.L.C.

Reformation Post T.L.C.

by The Fall
March 27, 2007
The Mark E. Smith-led band's 26th studio album (give or take) features yet another new lineup of musicians (who also play in Los Angeles outfit Darker My Sweet), as the previous set mutinied on tour last year.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.0
Yonder Is The Clock

Yonder Is The Clock

by The Felice Brothers
April 7, 2009
The second album on the Team Love label for the three brothers from upstate New York.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.6
Red Bedroom

Red Bedroom

by The Fever
May 18, 2004
The New York City five-piece (yes, they're one of *those* New York bands) make their debut with 'Red Bedroom,' mixing dance and punk like it's 2002 all over again.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Gallowsbird's Bark

Gallowsbird's Bark

by The Fiery Furnaces
September 23, 2003
Unlike Jack and Meg White, this brother-sister garage-blues duo really are brother and sister. 'Gallowsbird's Bark' marks the full-length debut for New Yorkers Eleanor and Matthew Friedberger after several years touring with the likes of Spoon, The Kills and French Kicks.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.3
Blueberry Boat

Blueberry Boat

by The Fiery Furnaces
July 13, 2004
The brother-sister duo of Matthew and Eleanor Friedberger return with a second quirky, challenging and eclectic LP.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.4
Rehearsing My Choir

Rehearsing My Choir

by The Fiery Furnaces
October 25, 2005
Siblings Matt and Eleanor Friedberger are joined by their 83-year-old grandmother (!) on their latest eclectic release.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
7.9
Bitter Tea

Bitter Tea

by The Fiery Furnaces
April 18, 2006
The increasingly prolific brother-sister duo of Matthew and Eleanor Friedberger (this time, sans grandmother) return with their fourth album.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.7
Widow City

Widow City

by The Fiery Furnaces
October 9, 2007
Thrill Jockey releases the New York duo's sixth album.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.8
Remember [Live]

Remember [Live]

by The Fiery Furnaces
August 19, 2008
A double album featuring live performances recorded from 2005 to 2007.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
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I'm Going Away

I'm Going Away

by The Fiery Furnaces
July 21, 2009
Matthew Friedberger produces the indie rock duo's eighth album.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.3