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Nina Revisited: A Tribute to Nina Simone

Nina Revisited: A Tribute to Nina Simone

by Various Artists
July 10, 2015
The tribute album to the High Priestess of Soul was co-executive produced by Lauryn Hill and Robert Glasper with artist such as Mary J. Blige, Common, Lalah Hathaway, Gregory Porter, Lisa Simone, Alice Smith, Jazmine Sullivan, and Usher covering her standards.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Mable

Mable

by Spraynard
July 10, 2015
The third full-length release for the Pennsylvania pop-punk was produced by Mike Bardzik.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Work It Out

Work It Out

by Lucy Rose
July 6, 2015
The second full-length solo release for the British singer-songwriter was produced by Rich Cooper.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
8.5
FWA (Free Weezy Album)

FWA (Free Weezy Album)

by Lil Wayne
July 4, 2015
Released as an exclusive on Jay-Z's streaming platform Tidal, the 15 track mixtape features guest appearances from Bibi Bourelly, CAPO, Cory Gunz, Jake Troth, Juniior Reid, Wiz Khalifa, and Young Jeezy.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
7.4
Freedom

Freedom

by Refused
June 30, 2015
The first release in 17 years for the Swedish punk band features production from Michael Ilbert, Nick Launay, and Shellback.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
6.9
Summertime '06

Summertime '06

by Vince Staples
June 30, 2015
The debut full-length studio release for the Long Beach rapper features production from Clams Casino, DJ Dahi, Brian Kidd, No I.D., and Christian Rich.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.6
Inji

Inji

by LA Priest
June 30, 2015
This is the debut full-length solo release for Late Of The Pier's Sam Dust.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.2
Found in Far Away Places

Found in Far Away Places

by August Burns Red
June 30, 2015
The sixth full-length studio release for the Pennsylvania metalcore band was produced by Carson Slovak and Grant McFarland.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.3
The Heart Is a Monster

The Heart Is a Monster

by Failure
June 30, 2015
The first full-length in nearly 20 years for the alternative rock band was self-produced.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.2
Bleeder

Bleeder

by Mutoid Man
June 30, 2015
The debut full-length release for the metal trio of Stephen Brodsky, Ben Koller, and Nick Cageao was produced by Kurt Ballou.
Metascore:
79
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tbd
In Another Life

In Another Life

by Bilal
June 30, 2015
Produced by Adrian Younge, the fifth full-length studio release for the R&B/soul artist features guest appearances from Big K.R.I.T., Kimbra, and Kendrick Lamar.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.1
Fingers, Bank Pads and Shoe Prints

Fingers, Bank Pads and Shoe Prints

by RP Boo
June 30, 2015
This is the second full-length release for the Chicago footwork artist who is considered the founder of the style.
Metascore:
75
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Melk en Honing

Melk en Honing

by Author & Punisher
June 30, 2015
Tristan Shones' sixth full-length release for his experimental industrial solo project was produced Phil Anselmo.
Metascore:
81
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The State of Gold

The State of Gold

by matt pond PA
June 30, 2015
Matt Pond returns to his indie rock band name of Matt Pond PA for its tenth full-length release features guest appearances from The Mynabirds' Laura Burhenn and Caveman's Matt Iwanusa.
Metascore:
52
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All Is Illusory

All Is Illusory

by The Velvet Teen
June 30, 2015
The first release in nine years for the Northern California indie rock band led by Judah Nagler was co-produced by Steve Choi and Roger Camero.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
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1973-1980

1973-1980

by Amara Toure
June 30, 2015
The album collects some of the last recordings from the Senegalese artist when he was in the Black And White Band as well as working with Orchestre Massako.
Metascore:
78
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tbd
808s & Dark Grapes, Vol. 3

808s & Dark Grapes, Vol. 3

by Main Attrakionz
June 30, 2015
The second full-length studio release for the rap duo of MondreM.A.N and Squadda B was produced by Friendzone.
Metascore:
77
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Dreams Worth More Than Money

Dreams Worth More Than Money

by Meek Mill
June 29, 2015
The second full-length studio release for the Philadelphia rapper features guest appearances from Chris Brown, Jeremih, Nicki Minaj, Rick Ross, and The Weeknd.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.2
The Sovereign Self

The Sovereign Self

by Trembling Bells
June 29, 2015
The fifth full-length release for the Scottish folk rock band was influenced by Greek tragedies, psychedelia, early-70s prog and rock music.
Metascore:
77
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tbd
No Life For Me

No Life For Me

by Wavves & Cloud Nothings
June 29, 2015
The surprise release of the debut collaboration between Wavves and Cloud Nothings was produced by Sweet Valley.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.6
Wildheart

Wildheart

by Miguel
June 29, 2015
The third full-length release for the Los Angeles R&B singer-songwriter features guest appearances from Lenny Kravitz and Kurupt.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.5
Slow Gum

Slow Gum

by Fraser A. Gorman
June 29, 2015
This is the debut full-length release for the Australian singer-songwriter.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Venus

Venus

by Joy Williams
June 29, 2015
The first solo release for the singer-songwriter since the break-up of The Civil Wars was co-produced with Matt Morris.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
6.3
Build a Boat to the Sun

Build a Boat to the Sun

by Sea of Bees
June 29, 2015
The third full-length release for the Sacramento indie pop project of Julie Baenziger was produced by John Baccigaluppi.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Ego Death

Ego Death

by The Internet
June 29, 2015
The third release for the Los Angeles jazz/R&B/soul project begun by Syd tha Kyd and Matt Martians features guest appearances from James Fauntleroy, Kaytranada, Steve Lacey, Vic Mensa, Janelle Monae, and Tyler, the Creator.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.6
The Monsanto Years

The Monsanto Years

by Neil Young
June 29, 2015
The Canadian singer-songwriter's concept album about the dangers of the business practices of the Monsanto Company (especially genetically modified seeds) features the band Promise of the Real with Willie Nelson's sons Lukas and Micah.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
5.9
Music For The Motion Picture Victoria [OST]

Music For The Motion Picture Victoria [OST]

by Nils Frahm
June 23, 2015
The first film soundtrack for the classical/electronic artist was for a German thriller shot in one continuous take.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.7
Goes Missing

Goes Missing

by Cairo Gang
June 23, 2015
The latest release for the Chicago indie rock band led by Emmett Kelly was recorded in a variety of places.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Still

Still

by Richard Thompson
June 23, 2015
The 16th studio release for the British folk-rock singer was produced by Wilco's Jeff Tweedy.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Feels Like

Feels Like

by Bully
June 23, 2015
The debut full-length release for the Nashville alternative rock band led by Alicia Bognanno features re-recorded some tracks from its self-titled 2014 EP.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.3
Cemetery Highrise Slum

Cemetery Highrise Slum

by Creepoid
June 23, 2015
The third full-length release for the Philadelphia alternative rock band led by Sean Miller was produced by Peter Mavrogeorgis.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Everybody Is Going to Heaven

Everybody Is Going to Heaven

by Citizen
June 23, 2015
The second full-length release for the indie rock band was produced by Will Yip.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.3
Dancing at the Blue Lagoon

Dancing at the Blue Lagoon

by Cayucas
June 23, 2015
The second full-length release for the Southern California-based indie pop band was produced by Ryan Hadlock.
Metascore:
56
User Score:
4.0
The Beyond/Where the Giants Roam [EP]

The Beyond/Where the Giants Roam [EP]

by Thundercat
June 23, 2015
The six-track release from the Los Angeles-based artist Stephen Bruner features contributions from Herbie Hancock and Kamasi Washington.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.3
Everything Is a Mess

Everything Is a Mess

by Fist City
June 23, 2015
The second full-length release for the Canadian punk quartet led by Kier Griffiths was produced by Ben Greenberg.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
The Other Side of Desire

The Other Side of Desire

by Rickie Lee Jones
June 23, 2015
Inspired by the city of New Orleans, this is the first release of new songs in a decade for the two-time Grammy winning artist.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
7.5
Rest and Be Thankful

Rest and Be Thankful

by Linden
June 23, 2015
This is the second full-length solo release for the Scottish singer-songwriter.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
The  Gold Album: 18th Dynasty

The Gold Album: 18th Dynasty

by Tyga
June 23, 2015
Executive produced by Kanye West, the fourth full-length studio release for the California rapper features guest appearances from A.E., Boosie Badazz, and Lil Wayne.
Metascore:
45
User Score:
3.5
Music for My Friends

Music for My Friends

by Skyzoo
June 23, 2015
The third full-length studio release for the Brooklyn rapper features guest appearances from such artists as Bilal, Black Thought (of The Roots), Apollo Brown, and Jadakiss.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.3
PeteStrumentals 2

PeteStrumentals 2

by Pete Rock
June 23, 2015
The followup to the 2001 instrumental hip hop release features 20 tracks.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
How Far Will You Go: The S&M Recordings, 1973-81

How Far Will You Go: The S&M Recordings, 1973-81

by Smokey
June 23, 2015
A collection of recordings from the 1970s-80s Los Angeles band led John "Smokey" Condon and E.J. Emmons.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams

Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams

by Larry Campbell
June 23, 2015
The debut collaboration between Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams features covers as well as originals.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
tbd
My Love Is Cool

My Love Is Cool

by Wolf Alice
June 23, 2015
The debut full-length release for the British alternative rock band was produced by Mike Crossey.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.7
Coming Home

Coming Home

by Leon Bridges
June 23, 2015
The debut full-length release for the Texas soul singer was recorded live to tape with White Denim's Josh Block and Austin Jenkins.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.0
Olympic Mess

Olympic Mess

by Helm
June 23, 2015
The fourth full-length release for London-based experimental artist Luke Younger was inspired by balearic disco, industrial, and dub techno music.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Don't Weigh Down the Light

Don't Weigh Down the Light

by Meg Baird
June 23, 2015
The currently San Francisco-based folk singer recorded her latest solo album with two of her with Espers bandmate Helena Espvall and Sharron Kraus.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Pageant Material

Pageant Material

by Kacey Musgraves
June 23, 2015
The follow-up to the country singer's Grammy-winning major label debut release was co-produced with Luke Laird and Shane McAnally.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.4
Payola

Payola

by Desaparecidos
June 23, 2015
The punk band led by Conor Oberst returns from a 13-year hiatus for its second full-length release that was co-produced by Mike Mogis.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.7
Bones

Bones

by Son Lux
June 23, 2015
This is the fourth full-length release for the Brooklyn trio led by Ryan Lott.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.4
Moonbuilding 2703 AD

Moonbuilding 2703 AD

by The Orb
June 23, 2015
This is the 13th studio release for the electronic duo of of Alex Paterson and Thomas Fehlmann.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.3
Back To Basics

Back To Basics

by Bill Wyman
June 22, 2015
The Rolling Stones’ former bassist releases his first solo album in 33 years.
Metascore:
48
User Score:
tbd
Era

Era

by In Camera
June 22, 2015
The compilation for the post-punk includes a Peel session, demos, live and rehearsal tracks.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
A Paradise

A Paradise

by Gwilym Gold
June 22, 2015
The debut full-length studio release for the former Golden Silver singer was co-produced with Lexxx.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Get to Heaven

Get to Heaven

by Everything Everything
June 22, 2015
The third full-length release for the British art rock band was produced by Stuart Price.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.7
City Of Quartz

City Of Quartz

by Nick Diamonds
June 16, 2015
The second full-length solo release for Islands and Unicorns frontman Nick Thorburn features drum machines and synth sounds.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Covered: The Robert Glasper Trio Recorded Live at Capitol Studios

Covered: The Robert Glasper Trio Recorded Live at Capitol Studios

by Robert Glasper
June 16, 2015
The latest release from the jazz trio led by pianist Robert Glasper features a guest appearance from Harry Belafonte.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Jaakko Eino Kalevi

Jaakko Eino Kalevi

by Jaakko Eino Kalevi
June 16, 2015
The full-length debut for the Berlin-based electronic artist features guest appearances from Suad Khalifa and Sonja Immonen.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Mercy

Mercy

by Active Child
June 16, 2015
The second full-length release for Pat Grossi was produced by Van Rivers.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.0
Pale Horses

Pale Horses

by mewithoutYou
June 16, 2015
The sixth full-length release for the Philadelphia indie rock band was produced by Will Yip.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.4
On Blonde

On Blonde

by Yukon Blonde
June 16, 2015
The third full-length release for the Vancouver-based indie rock band was produced by Tiger Talk's Colin Stewart.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
Opium

Opium

by Jay-Jay Johanson
June 16, 2015
The tenth studio release for the Swedish electronic producer features guest appearances from the Cocteau Twins' Robin Guthrie and Funkstorung.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Meridian

Meridian

by Evan Caminiti
June 16, 2015
The fifth full-length solo release for the Barn Owl guitarist features a modular synthesizer and field recordings.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Portraits

Portraits

by Maribou State
June 16, 2015
The debut full-length release for the British electronic duo of Chris Davids and Liam Ivory features guest appearances from Holly Walker and Jono McCleery.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Restless Ones

Restless Ones

by Heartless Bastards
June 16, 2015
The fifth full-length release for the Ohio indie rock band was produced by John Congleton.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Before This World

Before This World

by James Taylor
June 16, 2015
The first release of original material from the multiple Grammy winning singer-songwriter features a guest appearance from Sting and was produced with Dave O'Donnell.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
6.8
A Dream Outside

A Dream Outside

by Gengahr
June 16, 2015
The debut full-length release for the British alternative rock band led by Felix Bushe was produced with James Bragg.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.3
Out Calls Only

Out Calls Only

by Donald Cumming
June 16, 2015
The debut solo release for the ex-frontman of the Virgins was produced by Johnny T. Yerington and Gus Osberg.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Lantern

Lantern

by Hudson Mohawke
June 16, 2015
The second full-length release for the Scottish electronic producer features guest appearances from Jhené Aiko, Antony, Devaeux, Irfane, Miguel, and Ruckazoid.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.3
The Original High

The Original High

by Adam Lambert
June 16, 2015
Produced by Max Martin and Shellback, the third full-length studio release for the pop singer features a guest appearance from Brian May and Tove Lo.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.3
Success

Success

by KEN mode
June 16, 2015
The sixth full-length release for the Canadian noise rock trio was produced by Steve Albini.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Luminiferous

Luminiferous

by High on Fire
June 16, 2015
The seventh full-length release for the Oakland heavy metal trio was produced by Kurt Ballou.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
7.2
The Fool

The Fool

by Ryn Weaver
June 16, 2015
The debut full-length release for the pop singer was produced by Benny Blanco and Passion Pit’s Michael Angelakos.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
6.7
Dopamine

Dopamine

by Third Eye Blind
June 16, 2015
The fifth full-length studio release for the San Francisco alternative rock band led by Stephan Jenkins is its first album in six years.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
6.5
Grand Romantic

Grand Romantic

by Nate Ruess
June 16, 2015
The debut solo release for the Fun. frontman was produced by Jeff Bhasker and Emile Haynie.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
5.3
Year of the Hare [EP]

Year of the Hare [EP]

by Fucked Up
June 16, 2015
The two-track EP is part of the punk band's "Chinese Zodiac" EP series and features guest vocals from Isla Craig on its 21-minute title song.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
The Muscle Shoals Recordings

The Muscle Shoals Recordings

by The SteelDrivers
June 16, 2015
The fourth full-length release for the Nashville-based bluegrass band was recorded near the legendary studio at NuttHouse Recording Studio in Sheffield, Alabama.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
You're Going to Make It [EP]

You're Going to Make It [EP]

by Mates of State
June 16, 2015
The five-track EP is the first new release in four years from the indie pop duo of Kori Gardner and Jason Hammel.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
Yuck

Yuck

by Alpine
June 16, 2015
The second full-length release for the Australian indie six-piece was co-produced by band guitarist Christian O'Brien and producer Dann Hume.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
4.6
Every Hero Needs a Villain

Every Hero Needs a Villain

by Czarface
June 16, 2015
The second collaboration between Czarface, Inspectah Deck, 7L and Esoteric features guest appearances from GZA, Juju of the Beatnuts, Large Professor, Method Man, Meyhem Lauren, MF Doom, and R.A. The Rugged Man.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.3
Slowness

Slowness

by Outfit
June 15, 2015
This is the second full-length release for the British rock quintet led by Andrew Hunt.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
DJ-Kicks: DJ Koze

DJ-Kicks: DJ Koze

by DJ Koze
June 15, 2015
The 50th DJ-Kicks compilation release features an original song from the German DJ.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.8
Subculture

Subculture

by The Selecter
June 15, 2015
The latest release for the British 2 Tone ska band led by Pauline Black was produced by Neil Pyzer.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Vertical Land

Vertical Land

by David John Sheppard
June 15, 2015
The debut full-length solo release for the artist best known for his Brian Eno biography, On Some Faraway Beach, was inspired from his travels to Greece, Norway, South Africa, and Wales.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Red Kite

Red Kite

by Sarah Cracknell
June 15, 2015
The second solo release for the Saint Etienne singer features guest appearances from The Rails and Manic Street Preachers' Nicky Wire.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Déjà-Vu

Déjà-Vu

by Giorgio Moroder
June 12, 2015
The first solo full-length studio release in over 30 years for the EDM music pioneer features guest appearances from Charli XCX, Mikky Ekko, Foxes, Kelis, Matthew Koma, Kylie Minogue, Sia, and Britney Spears.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
6.3
LP [2015]

LP [2015]

by Container
June 9, 2015
This is the third full-length release from Ren Schofield's electronic project named LP.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
Angeleno

Angeleno

by Sam Outlaw
June 9, 2015
The debut full-length release fro the California country singer-songwriter was produced by Ry and Joachim Cooder.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Major Without a Deal

Major Without a Deal

by Troy Ave
June 9, 2015
The second full-length studio release for the Brooklyn rapper features guest appearances from 50 Cent, A$AP Ferg, Cam'ron, Fabolous, Fat Joe, Jadakiss, Mase, Puff Daddy, Rick Ross, Snoop Dogg, T.I., Ty Dolla $ign, Young Jeezy, and Young Lito.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
4.1
Kablammo!

Kablammo!

by Ash
June 9, 2015
The first full-length release in eight years for the alternative rock band from Northern Ireland was produced with Claudius Mittendorfer.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.6
Drones

Drones

by Muse
June 9, 2015
The seventh full-length studio release for the British alternative rock band was produced with Robert John "Mutt" Lange.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
7.3
Teen Men

Teen Men

by Teen Men
June 9, 2015
The full-length debut for the electro-pop quartet that includes Nick Krill and Joe Hobson of the Spinto Band.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
The Deslondes

The Deslondes

by The Deslondes
June 9, 2015
The debut full-length debut for the New Orleans alt-country band was co-produced with Andrija Tokic.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Apocalypse, Girl

Apocalypse, Girl

by Jenny Hval
June 9, 2015
The fourth full-length release for the Norwegian artist was produced by Lasse Marhaug.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.3
FFS

FFS

by FFS
June 9, 2015
The debut release for the collaboration between Franz Ferdinand and Sparks was produced by John Congleton.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.0
Wild Nights

Wild Nights

by PINS
June 9, 2015
The second full-length release for the British quartet was recorded by Dave Catching in Joshua Tree.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.1
Beneath the Skin

Beneath the Skin

by Of Monsters and Men
June 9, 2015
The second full-length release for the Icelandic folk rock band was produced with Rich Costey.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.0
I Don't Want To Let You Down [EP]

I Don't Want To Let You Down [EP]

by Sharon Van Etten
June 9, 2015
The five-track EP for the singer-songwriter includes one live track from the Tramp demos.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.0
More Faithful

More Faithful

by No Joy
June 9, 2015
The third full-length release for the Canadian indie band led by Jasamine White-Gluz was produced by Jorge Elbrecht.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.5
Many Levels of Laughter

Many Levels of Laughter

by J Fernandez
June 9, 2015
The debut full-length release for the Chicago-based artist was home recorded.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
6.5
Fatima's Hand

Fatima's Hand

by Dean McPhee
June 9, 2015
This is the second full-length instrumental release for the British guitarist.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.0