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24 Karat Gold: Songs from the Vault

24 Karat Gold: Songs from the Vault

by Stevie Nicks
October 7, 2014
The eighth solo studio release for the Fleetwood Mac singer contains songs she wrote during the 70s and 80s, plus two in the early 90s.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.8
Hozier

Hozier

by Hozier
October 7, 2014
The debut full-length release for Irish singer-songwriter Andrew Hozier-Byrne features a guest appearance from Karen Cowley.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.8
Rips

Rips

by Ex Hex
October 7, 2014
This is the debut full-length release for the Washington DC trio formed by Wild Flag's Mary Timony, Laura Harris, and Betsy Wright.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.1
Absent Sounds

Absent Sounds

by From Indian Lakes
October 7, 2014
This is the third full-length release for the indie-rock band from Yosemite.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.0
Bazaar

Bazaar

by Wampire
October 7, 2014
The second full-length release from the Portland-based band was produced by Unknown Mortal Orchestra's Jacob Portrait
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Resurrection

Resurrection

by New Found Glory
October 7, 2014
The eighth full-length studio release for the Florida pop-punk band is its first since Steve Klein left in 2013.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.7
Marigolden

Marigolden

by Field Report
October 7, 2014
The second full-length release for the Chris Porterfield-led folk band was produced with Robbie Lackritz.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Old Boots, New Dirt

Old Boots, New Dirt

by Jason Aldean
October 7, 2014
The sixth full-length release for the country singer was produced by Michael Knox.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
4.2
Lost Loves

Lost Loves

by Minus the Bear
October 7, 2014
The sixth full-length release from the Seattle indie rock band collects songs from recording sessions from its three previous albums.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Wonder Where We Land

Wonder Where We Land

by SBTRKT
October 7, 2014
The second full-length release for the Aaron Jerome project features guest appearances from A$AP Ferg, Ezra Koenig, Koreless, Denai Moore, Caroline Polachek, Raury, Sampha, Jessie Ware, and Warpaint.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.1
Sleeping Operator

Sleeping Operator

by The Barr Brothers
October 7, 2014
The second full-length release for the Montreal folk quartet was recorded and mixed by Ryan Freeland.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
The  Way

The Way

by Macy Gray
October 7, 2014
The eighth full-length release for the R&B/soul singer features guest appearances from Booker T. Jones, Ledisi, and Tracy Nelson.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
5.0
I'll Keep You In Mind, From Time to Time

I'll Keep You In Mind, From Time to Time

by Moose Blood
October 7, 2014
The debut full-length release for the British emo rock quartet was produced by Saosin guitarist Beau Burchell.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.7
Negative Qualities

Negative Qualities

by Single Mothers
October 7, 2014
This is the debut full-length release for the Canadian-based punk band led by Drew Thomson.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Lift a Sail

Lift a Sail

by Yellowcard
October 7, 2014
The ninth full-length release for the pop-punk outfit led by Ryan Key was influenced by the snowboarding accident that left his wife paralyzed from the waist down.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.4
Standing in the Breach

Standing in the Breach

by Jackson Browne
October 7, 2014
This is the first release of new songs from the singer-songwriter since 2008's Time The Conqueror.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.1
Everything Will Be Alright in the End

Everything Will Be Alright in the End

by Weezer
October 7, 2014
The ninth full-length studio release for the alternative rock quartet led by Rivers Cuomo was produced by Ric Ocasek.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.4
Our Love

Our Love

by Caribou
October 7, 2014
The fourth studio release for Dan Snaith as Caribou features contributions from Jessy Lanza and Owen Pallett.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.1
V for Vaselines

V for Vaselines

by The Vaselines
October 7, 2014
The third full-length studio release from the Scottish indie pop band was self-produced.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Nehruviandoom

Nehruviandoom

by Nehruviandoom
October 7, 2014
This is the debut release from the collaboration between from Bishop Nehru and MF Doom.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.3
1979 Now!

1979 Now!

by Subway Sect
October 6, 2014
Produced by Seb Lewsley and Edwyn Collins, Vic Godard re-records songs from the Subway Sect 1979 demo with Paul Myers, former Sex Pistol Paul Cook, Kevin Younger, Mark Braby, and Yusuf B’Layachi.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Something on High

Something on High

by Sivu
October 6, 2014
This is the debut full-length release for London-based artist James Page.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Sirens

Sirens

by Gorgon City
October 6, 2014
This is the debut full-length release for the British electronic duo of Kye Gibbon and Matt Robson-Scott.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
8.8
Abaporu

Abaporu

by Gui Boratto
September 30, 2014
This is the fourth full-length release for the Brazilian electronic producer.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Neon Future, Vol. 1

Neon Future, Vol. 1

by Steve Aoki
September 30, 2014
The second full-length studio release for the Southern California-based DJ/producer features guest appearances from Afrojack, Aubrey de Grey, Fall Out Boy, Flux Pavilion, Kid Ink, Chris Lake, Machine Gun Kelly, Ray Kurzweil, Bonnie McKee, Luke Steele, Tujamo, Waka Flocka Flame, and will.i.am.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
tbd
Everlasting Arms

Everlasting Arms

by Luke Winslow-King
September 30, 2014
The fourth full-length release for the singer-songwriter from New Orleans features a duet with Esther Rose King.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Islands

Islands

by L.V.
September 30, 2014
This is the second release fro the collaboration between LV & Josh Idehen.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Queen of the Clouds

Queen of the Clouds

by Tove Lo
September 30, 2014
This is the debut full-length release for the Swedish indie pop artist.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.9
Last Act of Defiance

Last Act of Defiance

by Sick of It All
September 30, 2014
The 10th release for the New York hardcore band was produced Tue Madsen.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
(What's the Story) Morning Glory? [Deluxe Edition - Remastered]

(What's the Story) Morning Glory? [Deluxe Edition - Remastered]

by Oasis
September 30, 2014
The remastered deluxe reissue of the second album from the Britpop band formed by Noel and Liam Gallagher features two discs of b-sides, demos and live tracks.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.6
Soundtracks [Box Set]

Soundtracks [Box Set]

by Ry Cooder
September 30, 2014
The seven-disc box set contains Ry Cooder's work on the soundtracks for The Long Riders; Alamo Bay; Paris, Texas; Blue City; Crossroads; Johnny Handsome; and Trespass.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
tbd
Steve Reich: Radio Rewrite

Steve Reich: Radio Rewrite

by Steve Reich
September 30, 2014
The latesyt release from the minimalist composer includes performances from Jonny Greenwood, Alarm Will Sound, and Vicky Chow as well as a five-movement piece based on Radiohead's Radio Rewrite.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Carry on the Grudge

Carry on the Grudge

by Jamie T
September 30, 2014
The third full-length release for the British singer-songwriter was produced by Cenzo Townshend.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.6
Complètement Fou

Complètement Fou

by Yelle
September 30, 2014
The third full-length release for the French band formed by Julie Budet and Jean-François Perrier was produced by Dr. Luke.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.2
Niagara

Niagara

by John Southworth
September 30, 2014
The double album consisting from the British-born, Canadian-based singer-songwriter explores the differences between Canadians and Americans.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
A New Testament

A New Testament

by Christopher Owens
September 30, 2014
The second full-length solo release for the former Girls frontman was recorded with producer Doug Boehm.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
Koch

Koch

by Lee Gamble
September 30, 2014
This is the third full-length release for the British electronic producer.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.0
Down Where the Spirit Meets the Bone

Down Where the Spirit Meets the Bone

by Lucinda Williams
September 30, 2014
Produced with Tom Overby and Greg Leisz, the 11th studio release for singer-songwriter includes a song based on a poem by her father, Miller Williams.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.7
Time to Die

Time to Die

by Electric Wizard
September 30, 2014
The eighth studio release for the British doom metal band was produced by lead singer Jus Oborn.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.7
Back to Oblivion

Back to Oblivion

by Finch
September 30, 2014
The third full-length studio release for the California rock band was produced by Brian Virtue.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.0
Hesitant Alien

Hesitant Alien

by Gerard Way
September 30, 2014
The debut solo release for the former My Chemical Romance singer was produced by Doug McKean.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.5
Feel Something

Feel Something

by The History of Apple Pie
September 30, 2014
The second full-length release for the British rock quintet was produced with Charles Reeve and Joshua Third of The Horrors.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Mended with Gold

Mended with Gold

by The Rural Alberta Advantage
September 30, 2014
The third full-length release for the Canadian indie folk trio was co-produced by Matt Lederman and Leon Taheny.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.5
Bringing Back the Sunshine

Bringing Back the Sunshine

by Blake Shelton
September 30, 2014
Produced by Scott Hendricks, the eighth studio release for the country singer features guest appearances from Ashley Monroe and RaeLynn.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
2.7
Art Official Age

Art Official Age

by Prince
September 30, 2014
One of two albums from Prince released on the same day was self-produced and is said to contain funk, R&B, and soul influences.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.6
PlectrumElectrum

PlectrumElectrum

by Prince
September 30, 2014
One of two Prince albums released on the same day, it features the all-female trio 3rdEyeGirl.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
5.7
Innerworld

Innerworld

by Electric Youth
September 30, 2014
The debut full-length release for the Canadian synth-pop duo features "A Real Hero," the collaborative song with Collage that appeared in the 2011 film "Drive."
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.5
Lily-O

Lily-O

by Sam Amidon
September 30, 2014
The fifth full-length release from the Vermont-born indie folk artist features contributions from Bill Frisell and was produced by Valgeir Sigurðsson.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
The Breaks

The Breaks

by Martin Carr
September 30, 2014
This is the second solo release for the Boo Radleys' guitarist/songwriter under his real name.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
747

747

by Lady Antebellum
September 30, 2014
The fifth full-length studio release for the country trio was produced by Nathan Chapman.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
4.0
Palme

Palme

by Ólöf Arnalds
September 29, 2014
The Icelandic singer-songwriter worked with Gunnar Orn Tynes of mum and Skuli Sverrisson on her fourth full-length release.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Europa

Europa

by Holly Johnson
September 29, 2014
The first solo release in 15 years for the former Frankie Goes To Hollywood frontman was co-produced by Mark Ralph.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
The  Weird and Wonderful

The Weird and Wonderful

by The Marmozets
September 29, 2014
The debut full-length release for the British alternative rock quintet formed by two set of siblings was produced by Larry Hibbitt.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.6
Tomorrow's Modern Boxes

Tomorrow's Modern Boxes

by Thom Yorke
September 26, 2014
The latest solo album from the Radiohead frontman was a surprise Friday release through BitTorrent.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.6
Different Shades of Blue

Different Shades of Blue

by Joe Bonamassa
September 23, 2014
The blues-rock guitarist 11th studio album was produced by Kevin Shirley.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Strut

Strut

by Lenny Kravitz
September 23, 2014
The tenth studio release for the singer/actor features a cover of The Miracles' "Ooo Baby Baby."
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.2
Shaker Notes

Shaker Notes

by Paul White
September 23, 2014
The fourth full-length solo release for the hip-hop producer is a mix of genres including influences from blues, electronica, psychedelia, and rock music.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Sukierae

Sukierae

by Tweedy
September 23, 2014
The debut release for the side project from Wilco's Jeff Tweedy and his son Spencer features contributions from Scott McCaughey of the Baseball Project, Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig of Lucius.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.9
In the Orbit of Ra

In the Orbit of Ra

by Sun Ra & His Arkestra
September 23, 2014
Marshall Allen, the current member of the Arkestra worked on this compilation of the jazz musician's works from the 1950s to the '70s.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
7.3
Tribal

Tribal

by Imelda May
September 23, 2014
The fourth studio release for the Irish rockabilly singer was produced by Mike Crossey.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
The Fact Facer

The Fact Facer

by Holy Sons
September 23, 2014
This is the latest full-length release for Emil Amos' solo project Holy Sons.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Gnarwolves

Gnarwolves

by Gnarwolves
September 23, 2014
This is the debut full-length release from the British punk trio of Thom Weeks, Charlie Piper, and Max Weeks.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Too Bright

Too Bright

by Perfume Genius
September 23, 2014
The third full-length release from Seattle singer-songwriter Mike Hadreas as Perfume Genius was co-produced with Adrian Utley and John Parish.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.3
Encyclopedia

Encyclopedia

by The Drums
September 23, 2014
The third full-length release from the Brooklyn-based indie rock band that is now a duo of Jonny Pierce and Jacob Graham after Connor Hanwick left in late 2012.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
7.1
Pulsars e Quasars [EP]

Pulsars e Quasars [EP]

by Arp
September 23, 2014
The seven-track psychedelic pop EP from Alexis Georgopoulos aka Arp includes contributions from Jefre Cantu–Ledesma, Roger Tellier–Craig, Evan Doering, and Erin Fein.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Unflesh

Unflesh

by Gazelle Twin
September 23, 2014
The second full-length release for Elizabeth Bernholz as Gazelle Twin includes production from Benge.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.6
Please

Please

by Sondre Lerche
September 23, 2014
The seventh full-length release for the Norwegian pop singer-songwriter was written after his divorce from Mona Fastvold.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.7
Human Voice

Human Voice

by Dntel
September 23, 2014
The latest release from Jimmy Tamborello's Dntel project features no vocals, just computer-generated sounds.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Weirdon

Weirdon

by Purling Hiss
September 23, 2014
The seventh full-length release from the Philadelphia psych-punk trio includes influences from pop and indie rock music.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Muna

Muna

by Markéta Irglová
September 23, 2014
The second solo release for the Czechoslovakian singer/songwriter best known for her work on the Oscar-winning original song "Falling Slowly" was produced by Sturla Mio Thorisson.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Night Surfer

Night Surfer

by Chuck Prophet
September 23, 2014
The 13th full-length release for the San Francisco singer-songwriter features contributions from Peter Buck and Bill Rieflin.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Syro

Syro

by Aphex Twin
September 23, 2014
This is the first full-length studio release from Richard D. James as Aphex Twin in over 13 years.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.1
Popular Problems

Popular Problems

by Leonard Cohen
September 23, 2014
The 13th studio release for the Hall of Fame singer-songwriter was co-written with Patrick Leonard, who also produced the album.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
7.9
Cheek to Cheek

Cheek to Cheek

by Tony Bennett
September 23, 2014
The jazz standards release from Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga followed their collaboration on a track off Bennett's 2011 album, Duets II.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.5
Tyranny

Tyranny

by Julian Casablancas & the Voidz
September 23, 2014
The debut release for the rock band led by The Strokes frontman with Jake Bercovici, Alex Carapetis, Jeramy Gritter, Jeff Kite, and Amir Yaghmai was produced by Shawn Everett.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
8.4
Black Moon Spell

Black Moon Spell

by King Tuff
September 23, 2014
The third full-length release for the Kyle Thomas' psychedelic rock project includes contributions from Ty Segall.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.0
Sway

Sway

by Whirr
September 23, 2014
The second full-length release for the shoegaze quintet led by Nick Bassett was produced with Jack Shirley.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.8
Live

Live

by Gary Clark, Jr.
September 23, 2014
The two-disc live set from the Texas blues-rock guitarist features tracks recorded from various gigs while touring for 2012’s Blak and Blu.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Offering: Live at Temple University

Offering: Live at Temple University

by John Coltrane
September 23, 2014
The often-bootlegged concert sees a complete official recording from master tapes on a two-disc set of the jazz saxophonist at Philadelphia's Temple University on November 11, 1966.
Metascore:
94
User Score:
6.6
JHUD

JHUD

by Jennifer Hudson
September 23, 2014
The third studio release for the R&B singer features guest appearances from Iggy Azalea, R. Kelly, T.I., and Timbaland.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
6.3
Something Shines

Something Shines

by Laetitia Sadier
September 23, 2014
This is the third solo release for the former Stereolab singer.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Remembrance

Remembrance

by Suicideyear
September 23, 2014
This is the debut studio release for Louisiana-based producer James Prudhomme.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
The Way I'm Livin'

The Way I'm Livin'

by Lee Ann Womack
September 23, 2014
The seventh studio release for the award-winning country singer was produced by her husband, Frank Liddell.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.8
Mr Twin Sister

Mr Twin Sister

by Mr Twin Sister
September 23, 2014
The second full-length release for the New York indie pop band previously known as Twin Sister was produced by Jonathan Low.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.9
Ontario Gothic

Ontario Gothic

by Foxes In Fiction
September 23, 2014
The second full-length release for the Brooklyn-based Canadian singer-songwriter Warren Hildebrand includes contributions from Owen Pallett.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.7
The Violet Flame

The Violet Flame

by Erasure
September 23, 2014
The latest release from the synthpop duo Andy Bell and Vince Clarke was produced by Richard X.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.1
Chinese Fountain

Chinese Fountain

by The Growlers
September 23, 2014
This is the fifth full-length release from the self-described "beach goth" California band.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.0
Plain Spoken

Plain Spoken

by John Mellencamp
September 23, 2014
The 22nd studio album for the singer-songwriter was self-produced (T Bone Burnett was credited as executive producer) and is his first release on the Republic Records label.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Singer's Grave/A Sea of Tongues

Singer's Grave/A Sea of Tongues

by Bonnie "Prince" Billy
September 23, 2014
The 11th full-length release from Will Oldham contains reworked versions of songs from 2011's Wolfroy Goes to Town.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Savage Imagination

Savage Imagination

by Takako Minekawa
September 23, 2014
This is the second full-length collaboration between Dustin Wong and Takako Minekawa.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Cool Choices

Cool Choices

by S
September 23, 2014
The fourth full-length solo release for Jenn Ghetto of Carissa's Wierd was produced by Death Cab for Cutie's Chris Walla.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Commune

Commune

by Goat
September 23, 2014
This is the second full-length release from the Swedish psychedelic rock collective.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.5
The  Apple Years: 1968-75 [Box Set]

The Apple Years: 1968-75 [Box Set]

by George Harrison
September 23, 2014
The seven-disc set includes remastered songs from the solo albums by the Beatles' guitarist under Apple Records as well as five rare and unreleased tracks.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Growing Up in Public

Growing Up in Public

by Professor Green
September 22, 2014
The third full-length studio release for the British rapper features guest appearances from James Craise, Tori Kelly, Mr. Probz, Rizzle Kicks, Thabo, and Whinnie Williams.
Metascore:
45
User Score:
4.9
This Is All Yours

This Is All Yours

by Alt-J
September 22, 2014
The follow-up to the British indie rock trio's Mercury Prize-winning debut was produced by Charlie Andrew and is its first without bassist Gwil Sainsbury, who left the band for personal reasons.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.5
Reincarnate

Reincarnate

by Motionless in White
September 16, 2014
The third studio release for the industrial metal band led by Chris Motionless was produced with Dan Korneff and features guest appearances from Cradle of Filth's Dani Filth, In This Moment's Maria Brink, and Tim Sköld.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.5
Between the Stars

Between the Stars

by Flyleaf
September 16, 2014
The fourth full-length release for the rock band is its first with new lead singer Kristen May (former frontwoman Lacey Sturm left in 2012).
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
World on Fire

World on Fire

by Slash
September 16, 2014
The second release from Slash with Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators was produced by Michael Baskette.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.8
Worship the Sun

Worship the Sun

by Allah-Las
September 16, 2014
The second full-length release for the Los Angeles rock band was produced by Nick Waterhouse.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.4
Ices

Ices

by Lia Ices
September 16, 2014
The third full-length release from the now Northern-California-based singer-songwriter was produced by Benny Sagittarius and Clams Casino.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd