Album Releases by Genre

Hypnotize

Hypnotize

by System Of A Down
November 22, 2005
Co-produced by Rick Rubin, this 12-song disc was recorded during the same sessions as 'Mesmerize,' and is intended to be heard with that earlier 2005 disc as one complete set.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.6
The True False Identity

The True False Identity

by T-Bone Burnett
May 16, 2006
This is the veteran producer's first solo artist album in 14 years.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.8
Tooth Of Crime

Tooth Of Crime

by T-Bone Burnett
May 13, 2008
The producer of many albums releases an album of songs from the Sam Shepard musical "The Tooth of Crime: Second Dance."
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Puzzle

Puzzle

by Tahiti 80
June 6, 2000
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Maxi On [EP]

Maxi On [EP]

by Takako Minekawa
January 16, 2001
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
The Circus

The Circus

by Take That
December 1, 2008
Take That returns with its second album (fifth studio album overall) since their return, again produced by John Shanks.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
6.7
East Of Eden

East Of Eden

by Taken by Trees
September 8, 2009
Dan Lissvik produces the second solo album for the Concretes' former lead singer.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.1
Where You Want To Be

Where You Want To Be

by Taking Back Sunday
July 27, 2004
The sophomore effort from the Long Island emo band was produced by Lou Giordano (Ataris), and features new vocalist Fred Mascherino (joining band founder Adam Lazzara).
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.1
Louder Now

Louder Now

by Taking Back Sunday
April 25, 2006
Eric Valentine (Queens Of The Stone Age) produced the emo band's third studio album and major-label debut.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.1
New Again

New Again

by Taking Back Sunday
June 2, 2009
The fourth album for the rock band is the first with its new guitarist, Matthew Fazzi (Fred Mascherino left to pursue a solo career.)
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.6
Lessons In The Woods Or A City

Lessons In The Woods Or A City

by Talbot Tagora
July 21, 2009
The Seattle-based indie rock trio releases their first album.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Eyes At Half Mast

Eyes At Half Mast

by Talkdemonic
September 16, 2008
The Portland-based duo of Kevin O'Connor and Lisa Molinaro release their third album.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Once In A Lifetime

Once In A Lifetime

by Talking Heads
November 18, 2003
This 3-disc attractively-packaged retrospective on the groundbreaking New York band includes completely remastered tracks from each of their studio LPs as well as the same previously-unreleased-on-CD demos and new tracks included on the earlier 2-disc Sand In the Vaseline complilation. Also included are never-before-released alternate versions of five songs. The set also contains a DVD with an updated version of the Talking Heads music video compilation Storytelling Giant, with three additional videos not found on the original VHS release.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.3
The Name Of This Band Is Talking Heads [2004 Version]

The Name Of This Band Is Talking Heads [2004 Version]

by Talking Heads
August 17, 2004
This two-disc set marks the long-awaited compact disc debut of the legendary band's 1982 live double album. While the original tracks are retained (and the discs follow the original's breakdown of 1977-1979 and 1980-1981), a whopping 16 tracks are added to the set, including 13 that were never before released in any format.
Metascore:
93
User Score:
8.9
Too Old To Die Young

Too Old To Die Young

by Tall Firs
March 18, 2008
The sophomore album for the Brooklyn, New York band now includes Ryan Sawyer as its full-time drummer.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
The Family Myth

The Family Myth

by Tangiers
September 20, 2005
Chris Zane (Les Savy Fav) produced this third album for the Toronto duo-turned-foursome.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
6.8
Beautysleep

Beautysleep

by Tanya Donelly
February 19, 2002
The former member of Throwing Muses, Belly, and the Breeders returns with her second solo album, following 1997's 'Lovesongs for Underdogs.'
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Whiskey Tango Ghosts

Whiskey Tango Ghosts

by Tanya Donelly
July 27, 2004
The former Throwing Muses and Breeders member's third solo release finds her collaborating with the likes of Dean Fisher (who doubles as Juliana Hatfield's bassist and Donelly's husband) and Rich Gilbert.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.4
The Loon

The Loon

by Tapes 'n Tapes
April 4, 2006
The Minneapolis band's debut full-length has drawn comparisons to Pavement.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.8
Walk It Off

Walk It Off

by Tapes 'n Tapes
April 8, 2008
The sophomore album for the indie rock quartet from Minnesota was produced by Dave Fridmann.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
7.0
A Ways Away

A Ways Away

by Tara Jane O'Neil
May 5, 2009
This is the first album on K Records for the Portland, Oregon, singer-songwriter.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Omnibus

Omnibus

by Tarkio
January 24, 2006
Before he was in The Decemberists, singer-songwriter Colin Meloy fronted a Montana alt-country/alt-rock outfit known as Tarkio. This set collects that band's entire output of 27 tracks.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.0
Everybody Loves A Happy Ending

Everybody Loves A Happy Ending

by Tears for Fears
September 14, 2004
A reunited Curt Smith and Roland Orzabal return with their first Tears For Fears album together in 15 years.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.7
Hearts Of Oak

Hearts Of Oak

by Ted Leo & The Pharmacists
February 11, 2003
Ted Leo, formerly of Chisel, returns with his fourth album of punk-influenced singer-songwriter indie-folk rock.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.2
Shake The Sheets

Shake The Sheets

by Ted Leo & The Pharmacists
October 19, 2004
The latest stripped-down, somewhat political rock effort from Ted Leo was produced by Chris Shaw (Dashboard Confessional, Bob Dylan).
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.6
Living With The Living

Living With The Living

by Ted Leo & The Pharmacists
March 20, 2007
Brendan Canty produced the band's first album for their new label, Touch and Go.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.1
The Brutalist Bricks

The Brutalist Bricks

by Ted Leo & The Pharmacists
March 9, 2010
The Ted Leo-led rock band moves to Matador Records for its sixth album.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.8
Teddy Thompson

Teddy Thompson

by Teddy Thompson
August 29, 2000
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
A Piece Of What You Need

A Piece Of What You Need

by Teddy Thompson
June 17, 2008
The fourth album for the London-born artist was produced by Marius de Vries.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.4
Howdy!

Howdy!

by Teenage Fanclub
January 22, 2002
This is the sixth studio LP from the Scottish three-piece.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.0
Man-Made

Man-Made

by Teenage Fanclub
June 7, 2005
The first studio album in five years for the Scottish rockers was produced by Tortoise's John McEntire.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.5
Shadows

Shadows

by Teenage Fanclub
June 8, 2010
After gaining acclaim for a densely melodic sound that anticipated the coming emergence of grunge, Scotland's Teenage Fanclub return with a harmony-driven album to inspire a power pop revival.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.5
So Jealous

So Jealous

by Tegan and Sara
September 14, 2004
The Canadian folk-rock twins return with their third album.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.6
The Con

The Con

by Tegan and Sara
July 24, 2007
The Canadian twins' latest album features members of Death Cab for Cutie and AFI.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.7
Sainthood

Sainthood

by Tegan and Sara
October 27, 2009
The latest album for the twin singer-songwriters was produced with Chris Walla.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.7
Telekinesis!

Telekinesis!

by Telekinesis
April 7, 2009
The debut album for the rock band led by Michael Benjamin Lerner was produced by Death Cab For Cutie's Chris Walla.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
6.2
Ten Kens

Ten Kens

by Ten Kens
September 23, 2008
This is the debut album for the Canadian quartet.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Tenacious D

Tenacious D

by Tenacious D
September 25, 2001
What started as a series of HBO shorts has turned into a full-fledged band, featuring actor Jack Black ("High Fidelity") and Kyle Gass. Dave Grohl (Foo Fighters) and Steve McDonald (Redd Kross) are among the guest musicians on this, the D's debut album, produced by the Dust Brothers.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.7
The Pick Of Destiny OST

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
Knitting Needles And Bicycle Bells

Knitting Needles And Bicycle Bells

by Tenement Halls
August 23, 2005
This is the debut LP for the new project from Chris Lopez (Rock*A*Teens).
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Dead Drunk

Dead Drunk

by Terrestrial Tones
March 7, 2006
This is album number three for the side project band for Animal Collective's Dave Portner (aka Avey Tare) and Black Dice's Eric Copeland.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
7.3
For Screening Purposes Only

For Screening Purposes Only

by Test Icicles
January 24, 2006
This debut (and, it turns out, final album) from the noisy London trio was produced by James Ford (Simian).
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.6
Trust Not Those In Whom Without Some Touch Of Madness

Trust Not Those In Whom Without Some Touch Of Madness

by Thalia Zedek
September 14, 2004
A 20-year veteran of the indie music scene, the former Come frontwoman returns with her second solo LP.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Liars And Prayers

Liars And Prayers

by Thalia Zedek Band
April 22, 2008
Thalia Zedek returns with a band with her latest album on the Thrill Jockey label.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Know Better Learn Faster

Know Better Learn Faster

by Thao With The Get Down Stay Down
October 13, 2009
The San Francisco-based trio releases its fourth studio album.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Armed Love

Armed Love

by The (International) Noise Conspiracy
July 26, 2004
Rick Rubin produced this fourth album for the Swedish quartet, which features contributions by Billy Preston and Ash's Charlotte Hatherley.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
8.3
The Cross Of My Calling

The Cross Of My Calling

by The (International) Noise Conspiracy
November 24, 2008
The fifth studio album for the Swedish rock band was produced by Rick Rubin.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
6.5
Hyacinths and Thistles

Hyacinths and Thistles

by The 6ths
September 5, 2000
The Magnetic Fields' Stephin Merritt returns with a second disc under The 6ths nameplate (following 1995's Wasps' Nests). Like its predecessor, this album features original Merritt compositions sung by guest vocalists, including Gary Numan, Sarah Cracknell, Marc Almond, Bob Mould, and Sally Timms.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Black Forest

Black Forest

by The A-Frames
March 22, 2005
This is the Sub Pop debut (and third overall album) for the Seattle-based punk trio.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Santi

Santi

by The Academy Is...
April 3, 2007
This is the second LP for the Chicago emo band.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.4
Fast Times At Barrington High

Fast Times At Barrington High

by The Academy Is...
August 19, 2008
The third album for the pop punk group from Chicago was produced by Sam Hollander and Dave Katz.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.3
There Were Wolves

There Were Wolves

by The Accidental
June 3, 2008
The debut album for the quartet includes Sam Genders of Tunng, Stephen Cracknell of The Memory Band, Hanna Caughlin of The Bicycle Thieves, and Liam Bailey.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
The Airborne Toxic Event

The Airborne Toxic Event

by The Airborne Toxic Event
August 5, 2008
This is the debut album for the Southern California rock quintet.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.6
In A Safe Place

In A Safe Place

by The Album Leaf
June 22, 2004
Classically-trained guitarist Jimmy LaValle, who has played on albums by Tristeza and Black Heart Procession in addition to his own Album Leaf project, traveled from San Diego, CA to Iceland to record this third Album Leaf disc as a guest of Sigur Ros. Members of Sigur Ros, Mum, and Black Heart Procession appear on the album.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.1
Into The Blue Again

Into The Blue Again

by The Album Leaf
September 12, 2006
TAL's fourth disc is almost a Jimmy LaValle solo recording, with the band leader handling the bulk of the instrumentation, vocals, and production.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.4
Astronomy For Dogs

Astronomy For Dogs

by The Aliens
June 19, 2007
Beta Band founder Gordon Anderson (also of Lone Pigeon) reunites with most of his former bandmates for this new, equally quirky project.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.5
Luna

Luna

by The Aliens
September 29, 2008
The Scottish band that includes three members of the Beta Band releases its sophomore album.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.0
When The World Comes Down

When The World Comes Down

by The All-American Rejects
December 16, 2008
The third album from the Oklahoma rock band was produced by Eric Valentine.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.9
III

III

by The Alps
October 14, 2008
This is the debut studio album for the San Francisco trio.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Pelo

Pelo

by The Aluminum Group
November 7, 2000
The Chicago group's fourth full-length was produced by John Herndon (Tortoise, Isotope 217).
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Happyness

Happyness

by The Aluminum Group
October 15, 2002
The Chicago indie band's fifth album is the first in a planned trilogy, and features a bit more electronics than previous outings. Members of Tortoise guest on the album, as does Rebecca Gates from the Spinanes.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.7
Your Majesty

Your Majesty

by The Anniversary
January 22, 2002
This is the second full-length from the Kansas-based emo band.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
6.0
Joji

Joji

by The Anomoanon
November 2, 2004
This second 2004 disc from singer-songwriter Ned Oldham (brother of Palace Music's Will Oldham) offers country-tinged folk that recalls bands such as the Grateful Dead, Neil Young and the Meat Puppets.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.3
Everyday Demons

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
Hospice

Hospice

by The Antlers
August 18, 2009
This is the second album for the Peter Silberman-led band.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.7
Discovery of a World Inside the Moone

Discovery of a World Inside the Moone

by The Apples In Stereo
April 18, 2000
Metascore:
82
User Score:
6.7
Velocity of Sound

Velocity of Sound

by The Apples In Stereo
October 8, 2002
This is the Denver indie-pop band's first new album since 2000's 'The Discovery of a World Inside the Moone.'
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
New Magnetic Wonder

New Magnetic Wonder

by The Apples In Stereo
February 6, 2007
The sixth album for the Robert Schneider-led indie-pop band is packed with 24 songs (although a dozen of them are brief instrumental segues).
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.1
Electronic Projects for Musicians

Electronic Projects for Musicians

by The Apples In Stereo
April 1, 2008
This is a collection of B-sides and rare songs from 1995 to 2007.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Travellers In Space And Time

Travellers In Space And Time

by The Apples In Stereo
April 20, 2010
The indie rock band led by Elephant 6 label co-founder Robert Schneider releases its seventh studio album.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.6
Sagarmatha

Sagarmatha

by The Appleseed Cast
February 17, 2009
The Kansas rock band's seventh album features several instrumental tracks.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
8.6
So Long, Astoria

So Long, Astoria

by The Ataris
March 4, 2003
Named after the setting of the 1985 film "The Goonies," 'So Long Astoria' is the major-label debut (and fourth studio LP) for the power-pop five-piece. Included here is a cover of Don Henley's "Boys of Summer."
Metascore:
57
User Score:
7.9
The Old Believer

The Old Believer

by The Atlas Moth
June 10, 2014
The third full-length release for the Chicago sludge rock band features guest appearances from Gojira’s Joe Duplantier as well as Subrosa violinists Kim Pack and Sarah Pendleton.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
This Is A Fix

This Is A Fix

by The Automatic
August 25, 2008
The Welsh band releases its sophomore album.
Metascore:
47
User Score:
8.4
The Autumn Defense

The Autumn Defense

by The Autumn Defense
January 9, 2007
This is the third album for the side project of Wilco members Pat Sansone and John Stirratt.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.7
I And Love And You

I And Love And You

by The Avett Brothers
September 29, 2009
Rick Rubin produces the latest album for the North Carolina band.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.6
Volume 1: Frozen Ropes and Dying Quails

Volume 1: Frozen Ropes and Dying Quails

by The Baseball Project
July 8, 2008
R.E.M.'s Scott McCaughey and Peter Buck along with ex-Dream Syndicate member Steve Wynn and Miracle 3's Linda Pitmon team up together to create an album of songs about baseball.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
5.7
The Guilty Office

The Guilty Office

by The Bats
June 23, 2009
This is the seventh album for the New Zealand rock quartet.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Chinatown

Chinatown

by The Be Good Tanyas
March 11, 2003
This is the second album for the alt-folk trio from Vancouver, Canada.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.0
Hello Love

Hello Love

by The Be Good Tanyas
October 10, 2006
This the third album for the Canadian folk trio includes a cover of Prince's "When Doves Cry."
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.0
We Gotta Groove: The Brother Studio Years [Super Deluxe Edition]

We Gotta Groove: The Brother Studio Years [Super Deluxe Edition]

by The Beach Boys
February 13, 2026
The six-disc box set features a remaster of The Beach Boys' 1977 album Love You, as well as demos, outtakes, and alternative mixes.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Let It Be... Naked

Let It Be... Naked

by The Beatles
November 18, 2003
Originally intended as a loose, spontaneous recording called 'Get Back,' 'Let It Be' was eventually released (after the band's breakup) after being shelved and then reproduced/enhanced by Phil Spector, leaving many fans (and an angry Paul McCartney) wondering, "what if?" This new release answers that question to a certain extent, with an altered track listing (which adds "Don't Let Me Down") containing some de-Spectorized versions as well as some originals that have been remixed and remastered.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.3
Love

Love

by The Beatles
November 21, 2006
If the concept of "The Beatles, remixed" saddens you, know that original Beatles producer George Martin was at the helm for this project, which serves as the soundtrack to the Vegas-based Cirque du Soleil show of the same name. The 26 mashed-up tracks here were augmented with additional instrumentation and vocals performed by The Beatles themselves, culled from hours of original demo and master tapes, with pieces of 130 songs ultimately represented in some form.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.1
Hey People!

Hey People!

by The Beautiful New Born Children
October 18, 2005
This is the debut album for the four-piece garage-rock band fronted by Kpt.Michi.Gan's Michael Beckett.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
Sunshine Hit Me

Sunshine Hit Me

by The Bees [Band of Bees]
January 28, 2003
Frequently compared to the Beta Band, this equally eclectic Isle of Wight-based duo of Paul Butler and Aaron Fletcher literally recorded this debut album in their shed.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Free The Bees

Free The Bees

by The Bees [Band of Bees]
June 28, 2005
This '60s-influenced sophomore release from the Isle of Wight-based duo was recorded at Abbey Road.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.4
Octopus

Octopus

by The Bees [Band of Bees]
March 26, 2007
The eclectic UK band self-produced this third album in their Isle of Wight studios.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.6
The Besnard Lakes Are The Dark Horse

The Besnard Lakes Are The Dark Horse

by The Besnard Lakes
February 20, 2007
Album number two for the Canadian indie-rockers is their first for Jagjaguwar.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.2
The Besnard Lakes Are The Roaring Night

The Besnard Lakes Are The Roaring Night

by The Besnard Lakes
March 9, 2010
The indie rock quartet led by music producer Jace Lasek and his wife Olga releases its second album on the Jagjaguwar label.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.2
A Brief History Of Love

A Brief History Of Love

by The Big Pink
September 22, 2009
The British duo's debut full-length album was mixed by Rich Costey.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.3
Sleep Forever

Sleep Forever

by The Big Sleep
February 19, 2008
The sophomore album for the Brooklyn rock band is their first on Frenchkiss Records.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
The Bird And The Bee

The Bird And The Bee

by The Bird And The Bee
January 23, 2007
Los Angeles-based singer Inara George teams with multi-instrumentalist Greg Kurstin for their first LP as The Bird And The Bee, which blends '60s pop, tropicalia, and electronic elements.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.8
Ray Guns Are Not Just The Future

Ray Guns Are Not Just The Future

by The Bird And The Bee
January 27, 2009
The second full-length album for the duo of Greg Kurstin and Inara George.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.3
Interpreting The Masters, Volume 1: A Tribute to Daryl Hall And John Oates

Interpreting The Masters, Volume 1: A Tribute to Daryl Hall And John Oates

by The Bird And The Bee
March 23, 2010
Inara George and Greg Kurstin cover eight Hall & Oates classic songs, including one original song influenced by the duo.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
For Now

For Now

by The Bishops
March 2, 2009
The British indie-rock trio, which includes twins Mike and Pete Bishop, releases its second album, produced by Brian O'Shaughnessy.
Metascore:
45
User Score:
tbd
Directions To See A Ghost

Directions To See A Ghost

by The Black Angels
May 13, 2008
The sophomore album for the Austin, Texas band was produced by Erik Wofford.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.1
Lions

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
Warpaint

Warpaint

by The Black Crowes
March 4, 2008
The seventh album for the Atlanta, Georgia rock band features their latest guitarist, Luther Dickinson from the North Mississippi Allstars.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.3
Before the Frost...

Before the Frost...

by The Black Crowes
September 1, 2009
The latest album for the rock band was recorded live at Levon Helm's barn. The CD comes with a code to download "Until The Freeze," which contains a second set of songs.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.4
A Pound Of Feathers

A Pound Of Feathers

by The Black Crowes
March 13, 2026
The Black Crowes recorded its latest full-length album in Nashville with producer Jay Joyce in 10 days.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
tbd