This is the incredibly prolific Jason Molina's second studio album with his blues-rock outfit Magnolia Electric Co.

Jason Molina releases four albums from four recordings sessions in a box set that includes a DVD, postcards, and a medallion.

The latest album from the Magnolia Electric Co. is a tribute concept album for their deceased bassist, Evan Farrell.

This is the latest album for the Massachusetts-based rock band, whose only lineup change occurred in 2005 when Sandra Barrett took over vocal duties for the band from guitarist Wayne Rogers.

The francophone rock band from Montreal releases its third album.

This is the first solo release for the Scottish artist since the breakup of his band Arab Strap.

This is the fifth studio album for the ex-Arab Strap band member.

The British trio releases its first full-length album, which features the Vivian Girls on one song.

The newly reconfigured Philadelphia band, known mainly for their carnivalesque, acquired-taste sound and well-received live shows, return with a second LP.

The third album for the Philadelphia band is its first on the Anti label.

The second full-length album for the indie-rock band from Atlanta was produced by Joe Chicarelli.

This is the debut disc for the atmospheric Denton, Texas indie rockers.

This is the second album for the Swedish garage rockers.

This is the third album for the Britrock-influenced Swedish band.

The latest album for the actress/pop singer was produced with Mike Viola and on her manager's new record label.

The first album from the Manics in three years features the singles "Found That Soul" and "So Why So Sad."

The Welsh band's seventh studio disc was produced by Tony Visconti and Greg Haver.

Dave Eringa produced the politically-charged eighth studio album for the Welsh rockers.

The latest album for the Welsh rock band was produced by Steve Albini and features lyrics from Richey James Edwards, who went missing in 1995.

James Chapman releases his follow up to his Mercury Music Prize-nominated album, "We Can Create."

The Philadelphia/Brooklyn-based band returns with its latest studio album following a Christmas album in 2005.

The debut album for guitarist/vocalist Marc Ribot as Ceramic Dog, who heads up the experimental rock trio.

The second album for the group is its first on the Epic label. A vinyl version named Animal! contains songs they preferred, whereas this album contains songs preferred by Epic.

Following her tenure as singer for roots-rockers Lone Justice, Maria McKee issued a series of three solo releases in the mid 1990s, and then remained relatively quiet for seven years until 'High Dive,' her self-released return.

This solo debut for the Azure Ray member includes appearances from fellow Saddle Creek-ers Conor Oberst and Andy LeMaster.

The Azure Ray singer's second solo set was recorded with Spoon's Jim Eno and Now It's Overhead's Andy LeMaster as well as Memphis producer Doug Easley. Conor Oberst guests.

The 60's star offers up ten new tracks with the help of friends Pulp, Blur, Billy Corgan, Beck, and Dave Stewart.

Faithfull's latest comes with some all-star assistance: P.J. Harvey wrote, produced and performed on over half of the tracks, with Damon Albarn and Nick Cave contributing to others.

The latest album for the English artist features guest appearances by Nick Cave, Cat Power, Rufus Wainwright, Keith Richards, and Antony Hegarty.

Manson's fifth album finds the shock-rocker turning to the glory days of vaudeville and burlesque for inspiration.

Album number six is the first new release in four years for the shock-rocker, who recorded the disc with guitarist Tim Skold.

Twiggy Ramirez returns to the band on its seventh studio album, produced with Sean Beavan and Chris Vrenna.

The Wales-born Greek singer-songwriter releases her debut full-length album.

The fourth album for the Boston-based singer-songwriter was produced by Chris Coady.

This is the full-length debut from the four-piece consisting of Dismemberment Plan bassist Eric Axelson, former Promise Ring members Davey von Bohlen and Dan Didier, and Jawbox founder J. Robbins.

This second Maritime LP is the final one to feature former Dismemberment Plan bassist Eric Axelson, who left the group (which also includes former members of the Promise Ring) after its recording.

Rob Schnapf and Jon Brion produced the for the Los Angeles band (and by "band" we really just mean Evan Slamka).

Mark Eitzel's fifth solo release since the breakup of American Music Club is his first album in three years. Unlike on his previous albums, Eitzel is mostly alone here, both producing and playing most of the instruments.

This covers album from the former American Music Club leader includes versions of songs by everyone from Culture Club ("Do You Really Want To Hurt Me?") to Glen Campbell ("Gentle on My Mind").

The American Music Club frontman's latest solo release, like 2001's 'Invisible Man,' finds him dabbling with electronica.

The second full solo album from the Dire Straits frontman features guest appearances from James Taylor and Van Morrison.

This is the third (non-soundtrack) solo album for the Dire Straits leader, and finds him in a somewhat acoustic, American roots style.

The former Dire Straits leader returns with a disc full of brand-new originals, his first release since recovering from a serious motorcycle accident.

The former lead singer for Dire Straits releases his sixth solo album.

The dozen tracks (ten written by Knopfler, two by Harris) on the pair's first collaboration were recorded over a seven-year span.

The first full-length solo album from Red House Painters frontman Mark Kozelek (following his 2000 EP, 'Rock N Roll Singer') consists entirely, believe it or not, of Bon Scott-era AC/DC covers. You'd never guess it by listening to the album, however, as Kozelek transforms them into something entirely new.

The collection contains various covers recorded for tribute albums, plus radio recordings and two instrumentals.

The former Screaming Trees member and Queens Of The Stone Age collaborator returns with his sixth solo album, credited to the Mark Lanegan Band. Guests include Ween, PJ Harvey, Josh Homme, Nick Oliveri and Izzy Stradlin and Duff McKagan.

The ex-Jayhawks team up again as a duo on their first album together in over ten years.

New York guitarist Stern (who blends harder, experimental rock with more typical indie-rock tunes) makes her debut with this 13-song set co-produced by Zach Hill (Hella).

The sophomore album for the New Yorker was produced by Zach Hill

It has been five years, but Maroon 5 finally return with a follow-up to their huge-selling 2002 debut 'Songs About Jane.' The producers include Mike Elizondo, Mark "Spike" Stent, and Eric Valentine.

The remix album features songs from the rock band's first two albums by such singers and producers as Mary J. Blige, Rihanna, Pharrell Williams, The Cool Kids, Of Montreal, Deerhoof, Paul Oakenfold and Phantom Planet's Sam Farrar.

Daughter of Loudon and sister of Rufus, Martha becomes the third Wainwright to release an album in 2005. This self-titled effort is her full-length debut, following on the heels of her subtly-titled EP "Bloody Mother Fucking Asshole."

The sophomore album for the sister of Rufus Wainwright includes a track written by Annie Lennox and Dave Stewart.

The Depeche Mode songwriter's second solo album is just like his first (1989's 'Counterfeit'): all covers. Here, he tackles Brian Eno's "By This River," The Velvet Underground's "Candy Says" (oh my), Nick Cave's "In My Time of Dying," Iggy Pop's "Tiny Girls," and seven other works by your favorite artists.

Best known as the female vocalist on Tricky's first three albums, Martina Topley-Bird finally arrives with her first solo release, which earned her a Mercury Music Prize nomination. Guest collaborators include the Tricky kid himself, as well as David Holmes and Josh Homme (Queens Of The Stone Age).

The former Tricky collaborator was nominated for the UK's Mercury Music Prize for her solo debut 'Quixotic,' which arrives in the U.S. a year later re-sequenced, re-designed, and re-titled (as 'Anything'). Included (as on the original version) is a collaboration with Josh Homme and Mark Lanegan, as well as tracks recorded with Tricky and David Holmes.

The latest album for the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter features Vince Gill and Alison Krauss as guest singers.

The Boston-based singer-songwriter's second studio album features songs written by Nick Saloman (aka the Bevis Frond), as well as covers of Pink Floyd's "Fearless" and Pete Ham's "Baby Blue."

The second solo release for former Helium singer/guitarist Mary Timony was produced by Sparklehorse's Mark Linkous.

Fugazi drummer Brandon Canty produced this third solo disc for ex-Helium leader Timony, who is joined here by guitarist Devin Ocampo.

The latest album for the singer-songwriter from Hawaii is said to be based on his childhood experiences.

The Atlanta metal band's third album marks their major-label debut.

The fourth album from the Atlantia, Georgia rock band features songs about the murder of Rasputin.

This is the expansive second album for the New York state emo outfit.

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.

This is the third album from the husband-wife duo of Kori Gardner (keyboards) and Jason Hammel (drums). Spoon's Jim Eno produced, along with John Croslin.

This is the fourth album for the husband-and-wife team of Jason Hammel and Kori Gardner.

The fifth album for the married duo from Kansas.

This is the second album for the duo from Brooklyn.

The California-born singer's follow-up to his 2006 record was produced by No Doubt guitarist Tom Dumont.

Recording under his own name for the first time rather than his usual Third Eye Foundation (definitely not to be confused with Third Eye Blind), Bristol, England's Matt Elliott returns with a dark, moody collection of lo-fi, sample-based electronica.

This is the fifth album for the O.C.-endorsed band.

The seventh album for the indie rock band.

The latest album from the rock band was produced with Chris Hansen. Three of the songs were released on the three-part The Threep EPs released between November 2009 and March 2010.

This double album marks the first solo release for the "brother" half of the brother-sister duo Fiery Furnaces. While the 'Holy Ghost' disc is as bizarre and experimental as recent Furnaces releases, 'Winter Women' marks a detour into more accessible pop.

The singer-songwriter (who also appears in the group The Thorns) releases his first official solo disc since 1999's 'In Reverse.' Van Dyke Parks guests.

The 10th album for the alt-rocker features Susanna Hoffs on backing vocals on one track.

Singer-songwriter Matthew Sweet joins The Bangles' Susanna Hoffs for a collection of 15 covers, including takes on Bob Dylan, The Who, The Bee Gees and the Velvet Underground.

Sid 'n Susie (Matthew Sweet and Susanna Hoffs) team up together once again to cover the music of the 1970s.

A somewhat unusual signing for Warp Records, the guitar-oriented Maximo Park (who sound not unlike a cross between the Futureheads and Franz Ferdinand) make their full-length debut with this Paul Epworth-produced disc.