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Short Movie

Short Movie

by Laura Marling
March 24, 2015
The fifth full-length release for the British folk singer-songwriter was self-produced.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.1
From Safer Place

From Safer Place

by Fawn Spots
March 24, 2015
This is the debut full-length release for the British hardcore/punk trio.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
Wasted on the Dream

Wasted on the Dream

by JEFF the Brotherhood
March 24, 2015
Nashville duo Jake and Jamin Orrall release their eighth album on their own label, Infinity Cat.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
I Am All Your Own

I Am All Your Own

by Ilyas Ahmed
March 24, 2015
The latest release for the Portland, Oregon-based guitarist was recorded on tape and features 12-string and electric guitars.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Fantasy Empire

Fantasy Empire

by Lightning Bolt
March 24, 2015
The sixth full-length release for the Rhode Island noise rock band is its first album recorded in a proper studio.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.3
For All My Sisters

For All My Sisters

by The Cribs
March 24, 2015
The sixth full-length release for the British rock trio was produced by Ric Ocasek.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.3
The Scene Between

The Scene Between

by The Go! Team
March 24, 2015
The fourth full-length release for the British bedroom project-turned-band sees Ian Parton taking the reins as a solo project once again: writing, producing and performing all the songs with guest vocalists.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.0
Chambers

Chambers

by Chilly Gonzales
March 24, 2015
The latest release from the Canadian artist is a suite of chamber music with a string and piano quartet.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Unspell

Unspell

by Mugwump
March 24, 2015
The debut full-length release for the Belgian DJ/producer features guest appearances from Sami Birnbach of Minimal Compact, Circlesquare, Luke Jenner of the Rapture, Raphael Lee, Mungolian Jetset, and Von Spar.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Sonic Soul Surfer

Sonic Soul Surfer

by Seasick Steve
March 24, 2015
Self-produced, the seventh full-length studio release from the blues artist features contributions from Luther Dickinson, Georgina Leach, Dan Magnusson, and Ben Miller.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Era of Manifestations

Era of Manifestations

by People of the North
March 24, 2015
The fourth full-length release for the side project featuring Oneida keyboard player Bobby Matador and drummer Kid Millions was recorded in a six-hour session.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
The Silence

The Silence

by Silence
March 24, 2015
The debut full-length release for the band formed by former Ghost Masaki Batoh, Okano Futoshi and Kazuo Ogino includes Jan Stigter and saxophonist Ryuichi Yoshida.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Dark Energy

Dark Energy

by Jlin
March 24, 2015
This is the debut full-length release for the Gary, Indiana electronic producer.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
7.1
The Ark Work

The Ark Work

by Liturgy
March 24, 2015
This is the third full-length release for the Brooklyn self-described transcendental black metal quartet.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
7.7
Hinterland

Hinterland

by LoneLady
March 24, 2015
The second full-length release for Julie Campbell as LoneLady is her first in five years.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.4
Jekyll Island

Jekyll Island

by Surf City
March 24, 2015
This is the third full-length release for the New Zealand self-described psych gazers.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Mr. Wonderful

Mr. Wonderful

by Action Bronson
March 24, 2015
The major label debut full-length release for the New York rapper features guest appearances from Big Body Bes, Black Atlass, Chance the Rapper, Meyhem Lauren, and Party Supplies.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.6
Complete Strangers

Complete Strangers

by Vetiver
March 24, 2015
The sixth full-length release for the indie folk band led by Andy Cabic was produced by Thom Monahan.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.3
Summer Bones

Summer Bones

by Hit the Lights
March 24, 2015
the fourth full-length release for the Ohio-based pop-punk band led by Nick Thompson was produced by Kyle Black.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Time to Go Home

Time to Go Home

by Chastity Belt
March 24, 2015
The second full-length release for the Seattle post-punk band was recorded in a deconsecrated church and mixed by Wire guitarist Matthew Sim.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.6
Freedom Tower: No Wave Dance Party 2015

Freedom Tower: No Wave Dance Party 2015

by The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion
March 24, 2015
Mixed by Alap Momin, the tenth studio release for the New York trio who incorporate blues, funk, punk and hip-hop is a tribute to New York City.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Chaos and the Calm

Chaos and the Calm

by James Bay
March 24, 2015
The debut full-length release for the British singer-songwriter who won the 2015 Brits Critics' Choice award was produced by Jacquire King.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
7.6
Dream a Garden

Dream a Garden

by Jam City
March 24, 2015
This is the second full-length release for London producer Jack Latham as Jam City.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
My Weekly Reader

My Weekly Reader

by Nellie McKay
March 24, 2015
The sixth studio release for the singer-songwriter is a 1960s covers album was co-produced with Beatles producer Geoff Emerick.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Lost and Found

Lost and Found

by Buena Vista Social Club
March 24, 2015
The latest release for the Cuban band includes unreleased tracks from its original 1996 EGREM studios sessions as well as live tracks and rehearsal sessions from other albums.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Lease Of Life

Lease Of Life

by Errors
March 23, 2015
The fourth full-length release for the Scottish alternative rock trio features guest appearances from Bek Oliva and Cecilia Stamp.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.0
Claustrophobia

Claustrophobia

by Scuba
March 23, 2015
This is the fourth full-length release for the British electronic musician Paul Rose.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.6
Semi Detached

Semi Detached

by Blancmange
March 23, 2015
The fifth full-length studio release from the synth pop band formed by Neil is its first without Stephen Luscombe, who had to withdraw from the group due to his health.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Duets: Re-Working the Catalogue

Duets: Re-Working the Catalogue

by Van Morrison
March 23, 2015
Produced with Don Was and Bob Rock, the album from the Hall of Fame artist features new arrangements of some of his less well known songs as duets with George Benson, Michael Bublé, Natalie Cole, Chris Farlowe, Georgie Fame, Mick Hucknall, Mark Knopfler, Taj Mahal, daughter Shania Morrison, Gregory Porter, P.J. Proby, Mavis Staples, Joss Stone, Clare Teal, Steve Winwood, and Bobby Womack.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
If I Was

If I Was

by The Staves
March 23, 2015
The second full-length release for the British folk-influenced sister trio was produced by Justin Vernon of Bon Iver.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.8
I Don't Like Shit: I Don't Go Outside

I Don't Like Shit: I Don't Go Outside

by Earl Sweatshirt
March 23, 2015
The second full-length studio release for the Los Angeles rapper features guest appearances from Dash, Na'kel, Vince Staples, and Wiki.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.3
Cortar Todo

Cortar Todo

by Zu
March 23, 2015
The latest release for the Italian experimental jazz-metal band is its first with new drummer Gabe Serbian.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Disquiet

Disquiet

by Therapy?
March 23, 2015
The 14th studio release for the Northern Ireland alternative rock band was produced with Tom Dalgety.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Shedding Skin

Shedding Skin

by Ghostpoet
March 17, 2015
The third full-length release for Obaro Ejimiw as Ghostpoet features guest appearances from Etta Bond, Melanie De Biasio, Lucy Rose, Nadine Shah, and Paul Smith
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.1
Goon

Goon

by Tobias Jesso Jr.
March 17, 2015
The debut full-length release for the Canadian singer-songwriter features production from Black Keys' Patrick Carney, Ariel Rechtshaid, and Girls' Chet White.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.1
Spaces Everywhere

Spaces Everywhere

by The Monochrome Set
March 17, 2015
This is the third full-length release since the British post-punk band reformed in 2011.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Grass, Branch & Bone

Grass, Branch & Bone

by Simon Joyner
March 17, 2015
This is the 13th studio release for the Nebraska-based singer-songwriter.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
tbd
Maze of Woods

Maze of Woods

by Inventions
March 17, 2015
This is the second release from the collaboration between Matthew Cooper and Mark T. Smith.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Strangers to Ourselves

Strangers to Ourselves

by Modest Mouse
March 17, 2015
This is the first full-length studio release from alternative rock band led by Isaac Brock in eight years.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.8
Eclipse

Eclipse

by Twin Shadow
March 17, 2015
The third full-length release for George Lewis Jr. as Twin Shadow features guest appearances from Lily Elise and D'Angelo Lacy.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
6.2
Tracker

Tracker

by Mark Knopfler
March 17, 2015
The eighth full-length solo release for the former Dire Straits lead singer was produced with Guy Fletcher.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
6.5
Down to Believing

Down to Believing

by Allison Moorer
March 17, 2015
The eighth full-length studio release for the singer-songwriter was influenced by her break up with Steve Earle and the autism diagnosis for her son Henry.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Seth Avett and Jessica Lea Mayfield Sing Elliott Smith

Seth Avett and Jessica Lea Mayfield Sing Elliott Smith

by Jessica Lea Mayfield
March 17, 2015
Seth Avett and Jessica Lea Mayfield's cover album features 12 songs from Elliott Smith's seven releases.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Little Neon Limelight

Little Neon Limelight

by Houndmouth
March 17, 2015
The second full-length release for the Indiana folk-influenced rock band was produced by Dave Cobb.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.7
Madness

Madness

by Sleeping with Sirens
March 17, 2015
The fourth full-length release for the post-hardcore band led by Kellin Quinn was produced by John Feldman.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
6.2
Run

Run

by AWOLNATION
March 17, 2015
This is the second full-length release for the electronic rock band project of Aaron Bruno.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.6
Golem

Golem

by Wand
March 17, 2015
The second full-length release from the Los Angeles-based psych rock band was produced by Chris Woodhouse.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Bouquets from a Cloudy Sky: The Complete Pretty Things Collection [Box Set]

Bouquets from a Cloudy Sky: The Complete Pretty Things Collection [Box Set]

by The Pretty Things
March 17, 2015
The box set set of the 1960s British rock band led by Phil May that included influences from R&B and psychedelia features all of their studio albums release between 1965-2007, two CDs of demos, live recordings, outtakes, two DVDs with a two-hour documentary, a live video of its 1968 S.F Sorrow album at Abbey Road, and a 100-page book by Mike Stax.
Metascore:
92
User Score:
5.8
Soft Connections

Soft Connections

by Nic Hessler
March 17, 2015
The Catwalk singer returns after a long battle with the autoimmune disorder Guillain–Barré Syndrome to release his debut full-length solo album.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
To Pimp A Butterfly

To Pimp A Butterfly

by Kendrick Lamar
March 16, 2015
The third full-length studio release from the hip hop artist features guest appearances from Bilal, George Clinton, James Fauntleroy, Ronald Isley, Rapsody, Snoop Dogg, Thundercat, and Anna Wise.
Metascore:
96
User Score:
9.0
The Most Important Place in the World

The Most Important Place in the World

by Bill Wells
March 16, 2015
The second full-length release from Bill Wells and Aidan Moffat features a theme with the city of Glasgow as a femme fatale.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Froot

Froot

by Marina and the Diamonds
March 16, 2015
The third full-length studio release for the Welsh artist was recorded with a live band.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.9
The Fade in Time

The Fade in Time

by Sam Lee
March 16, 2015
The second full-length release for the Mercury-nominated singer-songwriter was produced by Arthur Jeffes and Jamie Orchard-Lisle.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
5.6
Beyond Time: William Turnbull

Beyond Time: William Turnbull

by 23 Skidoo
March 10, 2015
The first release for the experimental group in 15 years is a soundtrack to the 2011 documentary film Beyond Time.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Policy

Policy

by Will Butler
March 10, 2015
The debut solo release for the Arcade Fire keyboardist was recorded in a week.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.1
Expect Delays

Expect Delays

by Evans the Death
March 10, 2015
The second full-length release for the London indie rock band was produced by Rory Atwell.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Soft Control

Soft Control

by Laura Welsh
March 10, 2015
The full-length debut release for the British pop artist features contributions from Babydaddy, Amanda Ghost, Robin Hannibal, Emile Haynie, Dev Hynes, John Legend, and Johnny Rockstar.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
6.9
Fresh Blood

Fresh Blood

by Matthew E. White
March 10, 2015
The second full-length release from the indie rock artist was produced with Trey Pollard.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.6
Searching for Zero

Searching for Zero

by Cancer Bats
March 10, 2015
The fifth full-length release for the Canadian punk metal band was produced by Ross Robinson.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Ripe 4 Luv

Ripe 4 Luv

by Young Guv
March 10, 2015
The debut pop solo release for Fucked Up guitarist Ben Cook features a guest appearance from Jef Barbara.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
6.7
Eat Pray Thug

Eat Pray Thug

by Heems
March 10, 2015
The debut full-length studio release from the former Das Racist rapper features tracks about 9/11, heartbreak, and xenophobia.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
6.5
Zero

Zero

by The Rezillos
March 10, 2015
More than 35 years after the Scottish punk band released its debut album Can't Stand the Rezillos in 1978 (and then split up four months later), the sophomore release features three of the original members, who reformed in 2001.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Dungeon Golds

Dungeon Golds

by The Minus 5
March 10, 2015
The indie-pop collective led by Scott McCaughey reworked 12 tracks from a five LP limited set released for Record Store Day 2014.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Aero Flynn

Aero Flynn

by Aero Flynn
March 10, 2015
The debut full-length release for the Wisconsin artist Josh Scott was produced with Justin Vernon.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Melbourne, Florida

Melbourne, Florida

by Dick Diver
March 10, 2015
The third full-length release for the Australian indie pop quartet was produced by Mike Young.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.3
Empire: Original Soundtrack from Season 1

Empire: Original Soundtrack from Season 1

by Empire Cast
March 10, 2015
The songs from the Fox musical drama features production from Timbaland as well as guest appearances from Mary J. Blige, Estelle, Jennifer Hudson, and Courtney Love.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
6.9
If I Kill This Thing We're All Going to Eat for a Week

If I Kill This Thing We're All Going to Eat for a Week

by Lieutenant
March 10, 2015
Produced by Toshi Kasai, the debut full-length solo release for Foo Fighters/Sunny Day Real Estate bassist Nate Mendel features contributions from Sunny Day Real Estate's Jeremy Enigk, Helmet's Page Hamilton, The Head and the Heart's Josiah Johnson, Modest Mouse's Joe Plummer, and Foo Fighters' Chris Shiflett.
Metascore:
56
User Score:
tbd
Mysteries

Mysteries

by Tigercats
March 10, 2015
The second full-length release for the British indie pop band is its first with former Allo Darlin' guitarist Paul Rains.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
In Times

In Times

by Enslaved
March 10, 2015
The 13th full-length studio release fro the Norwegian black metal band was co-produced with Iver Sandøy.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Sallows

Sallows

by Anamai
March 10, 2015
This is the debut full-length release for HSY's Anna Mayberry and David Psutka (a.k.a. Egyptrixx).
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Fast Moving Clouds

Fast Moving Clouds

by Sarah Bethe Nelson
March 10, 2015
The debut full-length solo release for the San Francisco singer-songwriter was produced by Kelley Stoltz.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Spring Break... Checkin' Out

Spring Break... Checkin' Out

by Luke Bryan
March 10, 2015
The final Spring Break album from the country singer features five new songs and six songs from the 2014 EP.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
1.4
Rebel Heart

Rebel Heart

by Madonna
March 10, 2015
The 13th full-length studio release for the pop artist features guest appearances from Chance The Rapper, Nicki Minaj, Nas, and Mike Tyson.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.8
Pearson Sound

Pearson Sound

by Pearson Sound
March 9, 2015
This is the full-length debut release for Hessle Audio co-owner David Kennedy.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
The Velvet Trail

The Velvet Trail

by Marc Almond
March 9, 2015
The Soft Cell artist worked with producer Chris Braide on his first full-length solo release since 2010's Variete.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Control

Control

by Fyfe
March 9, 2015
The debut full-length release for Paul Dixon as Fyfe was self-produced.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Piece by Piece

Piece by Piece

by Kelly Clarkson
March 3, 2015
The seventh studio release for the pop singer features a guest appearance from John Legend.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
5.6
All These Dreams

All These Dreams

by Andrew Combs
March 3, 2015
The second full-length release for the Texas singer-songwriter was produced by Jordan Lehning and Skylar Wilson.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Vamala

Vamala

by Champs
March 3, 2015
The second full-length release from the Isle of Wight duo of brothers Michael and David Champion was produced by Dimitri Tikovoi.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Dilate

Dilate

by Vessels
March 3, 2015
The third full-length release for the British electronic band features guest appearances from Isolde and Snow Fox.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.0
After

After

by Lady Lamb the Beekeeper
March 3, 2015
The second full-length release for Aly Spaltro as Lady Lamb was co-produced by Nadim Issa.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.0
Tuxedo

Tuxedo

by Tuxedo
March 3, 2015
The debut release for the collaboration between Mayer Hawthorne and Jake One was inspired by disco, boogie, and electric funk.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.0
Hand.Cannot.Erase.

Hand.Cannot.Erase.

by Steven Wilson
March 3, 2015
The fourth solo release for the British artist was inspired by a news article about the discovery of a young woman's dead body in her apartment three years after her death.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.8
Perfect Abandon

Perfect Abandon

by Tom Brosseau
March 3, 2015
The ninth full-length release for the singer-songwriter was produced by John Parish.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
LateNightTales

LateNightTales

by Jon Hopkins
March 3, 2015
The second mix release for the British electronic producer/artist is part of the LateNightTales series and features tracks from such artists as A Winged Victory For The Sullen, Bibio, Alela Diane, Four Tet, Nils Frahm, Jónsi & Alex, Peter Broderick, and Teebs.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.8
You're Better Than This

You're Better Than This

by Pile
March 3, 2015
The third full-length release for the Boston rock band led by Rick Maguire was produced by Ben Brodin.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Blade of the Ronin

Blade of the Ronin

by Cannibal Ox
March 3, 2015
The follow-up to Vast Aire and Vordul Mega's debut release Cold Vein comes 14 years later with an album produced by Bill Cosmiq.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
6.9
Gill Landry

Gill Landry

by Gill Landry
March 3, 2015
The third solo release for the Old Crow Medicine Show multi-instrumentalist features a guest appearance from Laura Marling and was recorded for the most part in his apartment in Nashville.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Heterocetera [EP]

Heterocetera [EP]

by Lotic
March 3, 2015
The five-track EP from producer/DJ J'Kerian Morgan is his first on the Tri Angle label.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.0
SOL

SOL

by Eskmo
March 3, 2015
This is the second full-length release for Brendan Angelides as Eskmo.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
The Firewatcher's Daughter

The Firewatcher's Daughter

by Brandi Carlile
March 3, 2015
The songs on the fifth full-length studio release for the singer-songwriter were recorded in single takes.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.7
Revolt

Revolt

by Adamski
March 3, 2015
The latest release from the electronic artist was inspired by waltz music and features contributions from such artists as Asia Argento, Bishi, Congo Natty, David McAlmont, Lee "Scratch" Perry, and Shanki.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Still the King: Celebrating the Music of Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys

Still the King: Celebrating the Music of Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys

by Asleep at the Wheel
March 3, 2015
The third tribute album to Bob Wills & His Texas Playboys from the western swing band features guest appearances from such artists as the Avett Brothers, Billy Briggs, Elizabeth Cook, Kat Edmonson, Merle Haggard, Jamey Johnson, Pokey LaFarge, Amos Lee, Lyle Lovett, Old Crow Medicine Show, Brad Paisley, Shooter Jennings, George Strait, and The Time Jumpers.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Scar Sighted

Scar Sighted

by Leviathan
March 3, 2015
The sixth full-length release for the Jef Whitehead's black metal project as Leviathan was produced by Billy Anderson.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Chasing Yesterday

Chasing Yesterday

by Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds
March 3, 2015
The second full-length solo release was self-produced by the former Oasis singer/guitarist and features a guest appearance from Johnny Marr.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.7
Brava

Brava

by Brodinski
March 3, 2015
The debut full-length solo release from the French indie electronica DJ features guest appearances from such artists as Bloody Jay, Chill Will, MPA Shitro, Slim Thug, and Young Scooter.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
Aureate Gloom

Aureate Gloom

by Of Montreal
March 3, 2015
The 13th full-length release for the indie rock band led by Kevin Barnes was influenced in part by his separation from his wife and 1970s music in New York.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.8
Another Eternity

Another Eternity

by Purity Ring
March 3, 2015
This is the second full-length release for the Canadian electronic pop duo of Megan James and Corin Roddick.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.9
Carter Tutti Plays Chris & Cosey

Carter Tutti Plays Chris & Cosey

by Carter Tutti
March 3, 2015
The electronic duo Chris Carter and Cosey Fanni Tutti rework some of their songs from the 1980s and '90s.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Digital Solutions

Digital Solutions

by Model 500
March 3, 2015
This is the first release from Juan Atkins as Model 500 in 16 years.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd