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Faith in the Future

Faith in the Future

by Craig Finn
September 11, 2015
The second full-length solo release for The Hold Steady frontman was produced by Josh Kaufman.
Metascore:
76
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Hollow Meadows

Hollow Meadows

by Richard Hawley
September 11, 2015
The eighth full-length studio solo release for the British rock singer-songwriter features contributions from Pulp's Jarvis Cocker, Nancy Kerr, Martin Simpson, and Slow Club's Rebecca Taylor.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
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Me

Me

by Empress Of
September 11, 2015
The full-length debut release for Lorely Rodriguez was largely recorded in Mexico and self-produced.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.3
So There

So There

by Ben Folds
September 11, 2015
The chamber pop music from the singer-songwriter features the Nashville Symphony and yMusic.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
6.3
Love + War

Love + War

by Kwabs
September 11, 2015
The debut full-length release for the British R&B singer Kwabena Sarkodee Adjepong features production from SOHN and Dave Okumu.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.7
La  Vie Est Belle

La Vie Est Belle

by Petite Noir
September 11, 2015
The debut full-length release for South African singer Yannick Ilunga features influences from 80s pop, Afrobeat, house and rock music.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.0
That's the Spirit

That's the Spirit

by Bring Me the Horizon
September 11, 2015
The fifth full-length studio release for the British metal band was produced by band members Oli Sykes and Jordan Fish.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
7.2
HitNRun: Phase One

HitNRun: Phase One

by Prince
September 7, 2015
Exclusively released on Tidal, the album co-produced by Joshua A. M. Welton features guest appearances from Curly Fryz and The Voice contestant Judith Hill.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
4.3
Alone & Unreal: The Best of the Clientele [Deluxe Edition]

Alone & Unreal: The Best of the Clientele [Deluxe Edition]

by The Clientele
September 4, 2015
The deluxe edition of the best of compilation for the British indie pop band features singles from its five full-length albums, a standalone single from 2014, and a previously-unreleased live session.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
8.0
Artificial Dance

Artificial Dance

by Savant
September 4, 2015
The collection includes K. Leimer's studio project's sole full-length release, its 12-inch debut release and unreleased tracks.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
What the World Needs Now

What the World Needs Now

by Public Image Ltd.
September 4, 2015
This is the 10th full-length studio release for the British post-punk band led by John Lydon.
Metascore:
72
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Invite the Light

Invite the Light

by Dâm-Funk
September 4, 2015
The second full-length release for Damon Riddick features guest appearances from such artists as Computer Jay, Flea, Junie Morrison, Nite Jewel, Q-Tip, Snoop Dogg, Novena Carmel, and Jody Watley.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
5.7
Everybody's a Good Dog

Everybody's a Good Dog

by Diane Coffee
September 4, 2015
The second full-length release for Foxygen drummer Shaun Fleming as Diane Coffee was inspired by his move to Bloomington, Indiana.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.6
Find a Way to Care

Find a Way to Care

by John Mayall
September 4, 2015
The latest release for the blues artist was produced with Eric Corne and features an emphasis on Mayall's piano playing.
Metascore:
70
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Too

Too

by FIDLAR
September 4, 2015
The second full-length release for the Los Angeles garage rock quartet was produced by Jay Joyce.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.5
The Book of Souls

The Book of Souls

by Iron Maiden
September 4, 2015
The 16th full-length release from the British heavy metal band was produced by Kevin Shirley.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.6
Yours, Dreamily

Yours, Dreamily

by The Arcs
September 4, 2015
The debut release for Dan Auerbach's side project features Leon Michels, Nick Movshon, the Shins' Richard Swift, and the Dap-Kings' Homer Steinweiss.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.4
The Night Creeper

The Night Creeper

by Uncle Acid and the Deadbeats
September 4, 2015
The fourth full-length release for the British psychedelic metal band was inspired by Italian slasher films and was produced by Laim Watson.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
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All Yours

All Yours

by Widowspeak
September 4, 2015
The third full-length release for the Brooklyn dream pop duo features Woods drummer Aaron Neveu and was produced by Jarvis Taveniere.
Metascore:
77
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Over and Even

Over and Even

by Joan Shelley
September 4, 2015
The third full-length release for the Kentucky singer-songwriter features guest appearance from Rachel Grimes and Will Oldham.
Metascore:
85
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Discreet Desires

Discreet Desires

by Helena Hauff
September 4, 2015
This is the debut full-length release for the German electronic producer.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
23 Live Sex Acts [Live]

23 Live Sex Acts [Live]

by Against Me!
September 4, 2015
The second live album from the Florida punk band led by Laura Jane Grace features 23 tracks from its 2014 tour for Transgender Dysphoria Blues.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
6.6
Brace the Wave

Brace the Wave

by Lou Barlow
September 4, 2015
The first solo release for the Sebadoh frontman in six years was recorded in six days with Justin Pizzoferrato.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
The Original Faces

The Original Faces

by Helen
September 4, 2015
The debut full-length release for the dream-pop trio led by Grouper's Liz Harris was recorded over several years with Scott Simmons and Jed Bindeman.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
No Closer to Heaven

No Closer to Heaven

by The Wonder Years
September 4, 2015
The fifth full-length studio release for the Philadelphia pop-punk band was produced by Steve Evetts.
Metascore:
91
User Score:
7.4
Illegals in Heaven

Illegals in Heaven

by Blank Realm
September 4, 2015
The fourth full-length release for the Australian rock quartet was produced by Lawrence English.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Rodeo

Rodeo

by Travis Scott
September 4, 2015
The debut full-length studio release for Houston hip-hop artist features guest appearances from 2 Chainz, Justin Bieber, Chief Keef, Juicy J, Swae Lee, Quavo, Toro y Moi, The Weeknd, Kanye West, and Young Thug.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.7
Can't Fly Without Gravity

Can't Fly Without Gravity

by k-os
September 4, 2015
The sixth full-length release from the Canadian rapper features guest appearances from Kardinal Offishall, Choclair, King Reign, Saukrates, and Shad.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
When I'm Free

When I'm Free

by Ane Brun
September 4, 2015
The sixth full-length release for the Norwegian indie folk singer-songwriter based in Stockholm was co-produced with Tobias Fröberg.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Empire [Box Set]

Empire [Box Set]

by Unwound
September 4, 2015
The fourth and final box set contains remasters of the last two of Unwound's albums plus nine bonus tracks.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Freedom & Surrender

Freedom & Surrender

by Lizz Wright
September 4, 2015
Produced by Larry Klein, the fifth full-length release for the Georrgia singer features a duet with Gregory Porter and contributions from such artists as David Batteau, Jesse Harris, Larry Klein, and JD Souther.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
If He Dies, If If If If If If

If He Dies, If If If If If If

by Jerusalem in My Heart
September 4, 2015
The second full-length release for Radwan Ghazi Moumneh's project was recorded in Montréal and Beirut.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
µ20

µ20

by Various Artists
September 4, 2015
The compilation features rare or unreleased tracks by artists from the Planet Mu label.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
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Act IV: Rebirth in Reprise

Act IV: Rebirth in Reprise

by The Dear Hunter
September 4, 2015
The fourth release of a planned six-part conceptual series for the progressive rock band led by Casey Crescenzo.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.6
Resistance

Resistance

by The Souljazz Orchestra
September 4, 2015
The seventh full-length release for the Canadian Afro-jazz group features influences from French Caribbean and Francophone West African music.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
Max Richter: Sleep [8 Hour Version]

Max Richter: Sleep [8 Hour Version]

by Max Richter
September 4, 2015
The German-born British composer consulted with neuroscientist Dr. David Eagleman for his eight-hour "lullaby for a frenetic world." There is also an one-hour version called From Sleep.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.3
Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz

Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz

by Miley Cyrus
August 30, 2015
The surprise release from the pop singer was a collaboration with the Flaming Lips' Wayne Coyne.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
7.2
Thunderbitch

Thunderbitch

by Thunderbitch
August 29, 2015
The debut surprise release for the side project of Alabama Shakes' Brittany Howard features members from Nashville rock bands Fly Golden Eagle and Clear Plastic Masks.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
The Curved Line

The Curved Line

by Kelpe
August 28, 2015
This is the fifth full-length release for British electronic producer Kelvin McKeown.
Metascore:
76
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Bad Magic

Bad Magic

by Motörhead
August 28, 2015
The 22nd studio release for the British metal trio was produced by Cameron Webb and features a cover of The Rolling Stones' Sympathy For The Devil.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.5
What Went Down

What Went Down

by Foals
August 28, 2015
The fourth full-length release for the British indie rock band was recorded in France with producer James Ford.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.4
Noctunes

Noctunes

by Willis Earl Beal
August 28, 2015
The second full-length studio release for the Washington state-based artist is his first with indie label Tender Loving Empire.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Beauty Behind the Madness

Beauty Behind the Madness

by The Weeknd
August 28, 2015
The second full-length studio release for the Canadian artist features guest appearances from Lana Del Rey, Labrinth, and Ed Sheeran.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.3
Pickpocket's Locket

Pickpocket's Locket

by Frog Eyes
August 28, 2015
The ninth full-length studio release for the Canadian indie band led by Carey Mercer was created on an acoustic guitar his father willed to him.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Personal Computer

Personal Computer

by Silicon
August 28, 2015
This is the debut full-length release for the electronic pop project of former Mint Chicks member Kody Nielson.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Turkey

Turkey

by Mike Krol
August 28, 2015
Recorded in Sacramento, the third full-length studio release for the garage rock artist is his first on the Merge label.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Highest Point in Cliff Town

Highest Point in Cliff Town

by Hooton Tennis Club
August 28, 2015
The debut full-length release for the British indie rock band was produced by Bill Ryder-Jones.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.6
Start Here

Start Here

by Maddie & Tae
August 28, 2015
The full-length release from the country duo of Madison Marlow and Taylor Dye was produced by Dann Huff and Aaron Scherz.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
6.8
Abandoned

Abandoned

by Defeater
August 28, 2015
The fifth full-length for the Boston-based hardcore band led by Derek Archamault continues its conceptual albums about a New Jersey blue-collar family with a focus on a Catholic priest who is having a crisis of faith due to his time in World War II.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.0
Curious Volume

Curious Volume

by Pentagram
August 28, 2015
The second release since returning in 2011 for the doom metal pioneer band led by Bobby Liebling was recorded with producers Mattias Nilsson and Travis Wyrick.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Kunk

Kunk

by Dope Body
August 28, 2015
The fourth full-length release for the Baltimore noise rock band features some songs from Lifer's recording sessions.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Poison Season

Poison Season

by Destroyer
August 28, 2015
The second full-length release for Dan Bejar's solo project was produced by John Collins.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.0
Depression Cherry

Depression Cherry

by Beach House
August 28, 2015
The fifth full-length release for the indie duo was produced with Chris Coady.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.6
Stuff Like That There

Stuff Like That There

by Yo La Tengo
August 28, 2015
The latest release for the New Jersey indie rock band features covers of songs by the Cure, the Lovin' Spoonful, Darlene McCrea, the Parliaments, Sun Ra, and Hank Williams, as well as reworkings of its own older songs.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
6.8
Cranekiss

Cranekiss

by Tamaryn
August 28, 2015
The third release for the indie artist was influenced by her move to New York and working with Weekend's Shaun Durkan and producer Jorge Elbrecht.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
You Can Make Me Dance, Sing or Anything: 1970-1975 [Box Set]

You Can Make Me Dance, Sing or Anything: 1970-1975 [Box Set]

by Faces
August 28, 2015
The five-disc box set of the British rock band led by Rod Stewart and guitarist Ron Wood includes remasters of the band's four studio albums, plus a disc that features BBC Sessions, outtakes, alternates takes, and live tracks.
Metascore:
96
User Score:
8.0
Four Pink Walls [EP]

Four Pink Walls [EP]

by Alessia Cara
August 28, 2015
The Canadian singer-songwriter worked with Andrew "Pop" Wansel and Warren "Oak" Felder on her debut five-track EP.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.9
Crosswords [EP]

Crosswords [EP]

by Panda Bear
August 21, 2015
The surprise five-track EP release from Noah Lennox features some reworked songs from his Panda Bear Meets The Grim Reaper sessions.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.0
Urth

Urth

by Kagoule
August 21, 2015
The debut full-length release for the British alternative rock trio of Cai Burns, Lucy Hatter and Lawrence English was produced by Ross Orton and Pete Fletcher.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Hermits on Holiday

Hermits on Holiday

by Drinks
August 21, 2015
This is the debut release for the collaboration between Cate Le Bon and White Fence's Tim Presley.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Immortalized

Immortalized

by Disturbed
August 21, 2015
The first release in four years for the Chicago heavy metal band was produced by Kevin Churko.
Metascore:
55
User Score:
6.9
The Expanding Flower Planet

The Expanding Flower Planet

by Deradoorian
August 21, 2015
The debut full-length release for the Dirty Projectors' bassist Angel Deradoorian was co-produced with Kenny Gilmore.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.6
Wave(s) [EP]

Wave(s) [EP]

by Mick Jenkins
August 21, 2015
The nine-track EP for the Chicago-based rapper features guest appearances from The Mind, Saba, and Sean Deaux.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
6.5
Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats

Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats

by Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats
August 21, 2015
The debut full-length release for the soul band led by the Denver-based singer-songwriter was produced by Richard Swift.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.3
Dark Black Makeup

Dark Black Makeup

by Radkey
August 21, 2015
The debut full-length release for the punk trio of brothers from Missouri was produced by Ross Orton.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
7.7
M

M

by Myrkur
August 21, 2015
The debut full-length black metal solo release for Ex Cops' Amalie Bruun was produced by Kristoffer Rygg.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.7
The Meth Lab

The Meth Lab

by Method Man
August 21, 2015
The first full-length solo release for the Wu-Tang rapper in nine years features guest appearances from Carlton Fisk, Donny Cacsh, Chedda Bang, Dro Pesci, Eazy Get Rite, Hanz On, Hue Huf, Inspectah Deck, iNTeLL, Kash Verrazano, Killa Sin, Masta Killa, Mack Wilds, Raekwon, Redman, Streetlife, and Uncle Murda.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
4.6
Right Here Right Now

Right Here Right Now

by Jordin Sparks
August 21, 2015
The third studio release for the pop singer features guest appearances from 2 Chainz, B.o.B, Elijah Blake, and Shaggy.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.1
The Great Unknown

The Great Unknown

by Rob Thomas
August 21, 2015
The third full-length solo release for the Matchbox 20 frontman features production from longtime producer Matt Serletic as well as Ryan Tedder and Ricky Reed.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Meliora

Meliora

by Ghost / Ghost B.C.
August 21, 2015
The third full-length release for the Swedish metal band was produced by Klas Åhlund.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.8
Under the Savage Sky

Under the Savage Sky

by Barrence Whitfield & the Savages
August 21, 2015
This is the third release since the Boston garage rock/R&B five-piece reunited in 2011.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
The Making Of

The Making Of

by The Bohicas
August 21, 2015
The debut full-length release for the British indie rock band was produced by Mark Rankin, Chris Hughes, and Oli Bayston.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
Orphaned Deejay Selek 2006-08 [EP]

Orphaned Deejay Selek 2006-08 [EP]

by AFX
August 21, 2015
The latest EP from Richard D. James (aka Aphex Twin) is his first under the AFX alias since 2005.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.2
The  RCA Victor and T-Neck Album Masters: 1959-1983 [Box Set]

The RCA Victor and T-Neck Album Masters: 1959-1983 [Box Set]

by The Isley Brothers
August 21, 2015
The box set includes 21 remastered versions of the R&B/soul/funk group's 21 albums from the RCA Victor and T-Neck labels as well as the previously unreleased Wild In Woodstock: The Isley Brothers Live At Bearsville Studios.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
tbd
Wild Ones

Wild Ones

by Kip Moore
August 21, 2015
The second full-length studio release for the country singer was produced by Brett James.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Contradictions

Contradictions

by Paul Smith & the Intimations
August 21, 2015
The second full-length solo release for the Maxïmo Park frontman (with new band The Imitations) features guest appearances from Field Music's Peter Brewis, Andrew Hodson from Warm Digits, Silver Fox's Rachel Lancaster, and Prefab Sprout’s Wendy Smith.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Nephew in the Wild

Nephew in the Wild

by Advance Base
August 21, 2015
The second full-length release for Owen Ashworth as Advance Base features a guest appearance from Jody Weinmann.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
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John Howard & the Night Mail

John Howard & the Night Mail

by John Howard & The Night Mail
August 21, 2015
This is the latest release from the British singer-songwriter with Andy Lewis and Ian Button.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
7.6
Total 15

Total 15

by Various Artists
August 21, 2015
The 14th release in the compilation series for the German electronic label features tracks from such artists as Matias Aguayo, Gui Boratto, Michael Mayer, Superpitcher, John Tejada, and Wasserman (a.k.a. Wolfgang Voight).
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Carry the Ghost

Carry the Ghost

by Noah Gundersen
August 21, 2015
The second full-length solo release for the singer-songwriter was mixed by Phil Ek.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.4
Rock N Roll

Rock N Roll

by Buckcherry
August 21, 2015
The seventh full-length release for the Los Angeles hard rock band features influences from rock and roll music as the album title suggests
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Remember the Life Is Beautiful

Remember the Life Is Beautiful

by Gonno
August 21, 2015
This is the second full-length release for the Japanese electronic producer.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Hidden Fields

Hidden Fields

by The Telescopes
August 21, 2015
The eighth full-length studio release for the Britih psychedelic rock band led by Stephen Lawrie features a 15 minute track.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Berlin

Berlin

by Kadavar
August 21, 2015
This is the third full-length studio release for the German hard rock trio of Christoph Lindemann, Christoph Bartelt, and new bassist Simon Bouteloup.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
All Around Us

All Around Us

by Briana Marela
August 21, 2015
The second full-length release for the Seattle artist was recorded in Iceland with producer Alex Somers.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Mudflowers

Mudflowers

by The Last Hurrah!!
August 21, 2015
The third full-length release for the project of Norwegian producer HP Gundersen features Maesa Pullman singing songs inspired by Americana, country, psychedelia, blues, and British pop.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
High Country

High Country

by The Sword
August 21, 2015
The fifth full-length release for the Texas heavy metal band was produced by Adrian Quesada.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
6.6
E-MO-TION

E-MO-TION

by Carly Rae Jepsen
August 21, 2015
The third full-length release for the Canadian pop singer features songs co-written by such artists as Rostam Batmanglij of Vampire Weekend, Dev Hynes, Dan Nigro of As Tall As Lions, Ariel Rechtshaid, Sia, and Peter Svensson of The Cardigans.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.8
Music for Dogs

Music for Dogs

by Gardens & Villa
August 21, 2015
The third full-length release for the Los Angeles-based duo of Chris Lynch and Adam Rasmussen was produced by Jacob Portrait.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Eyes Wide, Tongue Tied

Eyes Wide, Tongue Tied

by The Fratellis
August 21, 2015
The Scottish rock band returns from its 2009 hiatus with its fourth studio release produced by Tony Hoffer.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
8.5
Moth Boys

Moth Boys

by Spector
August 21, 2015
The second full-length release for the British indie rock band was produced with Dev Hynes, Duncan Mills, and Adam Jaffrey.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.0
Elitism for the People 1975-1978 [Box Set]

Elitism for the People 1975-1978 [Box Set]

by Pere Ubu
August 21, 2015
The box set features remastered vinyl reissues of Pere Ubu's first two albums The Modern Dance and Dub Housing; The Hearpen Singles, an album of early singles; and Manhattan, a recording of its 1977 live show at Max’s Kansas City.
Metascore:
91
User Score:
7.6
High

High

by Royal Headache
August 21, 2015
The second and final full-length release for the Australian garage punk band with its lead singer Shogun, who left the band in 2014, but agreed to finish this sophomore album.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.7
The Boombox Ballads

The Boombox Ballads

by Sweet Baboo
August 14, 2015
Welsh indie artist Stephen Black worked with arranger Paul Jones for his fifth release.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Dry Food

Dry Food

by Palehound
August 14, 2015
This is the debut full-length release for Boston singer-guitarist Ellen Kempner.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.6
M3LL155X [EP]

M3LL155X [EP]

by FKA twigs
August 14, 2015
The five-track surprise EP for the British artist was co-produced with Boots, Cy An, and Tic.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.5
Company

Company

by Slime
August 14, 2015
The debut release for the London-based producer Will Archer as Slime features guest appearances from Jeremiah Jae and Selah Sue.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
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Blossom

Blossom

by Frank Carter & the Rattlesnakes
August 14, 2015
The debut release for the new band led by former Gallows and Pure Love singer Frank Carter was produced by Thomas Mitchener.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.1
Fortune

Fortune

by Rod Picott
August 14, 2015
The ninth full-length studio release for the singer-sogwriter was produced by Neilson Hubbard.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
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Press Color [Remastered]

Press Color [Remastered]

by Lizzy Mercier Descloux
August 14, 2015
This is the remaster of the 1979 debut release from the French punk artist.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd