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Master Mix: Red Hot + Arthur Russell

Master Mix: Red Hot + Arthur Russell

by Various Artists
October 21, 2014
The tribute to avant-garde musician Arthur Russell features such artists as Sam Amidon, Devendra Banhart, Blood Orange, Liam Finn, Jose Gonzalez, Glen Hansard, Lonnie Holley, Hot Chip, Richard Reed Parry, Phosphorescent, Robyn, Scissor Sisters, Sufjan Stevens, Thao & The Get Down Stay Down, and Peter Zummo.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
'77

'77

by Nude Beach
October 21, 2014
This is the third full-length release for the Brooklyn rock trio led by Chuck Betz.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Hold My Home

Hold My Home

by Cold War Kids
October 21, 2014
The fifth full-length studio release from the indie rock band led by Nathan Willett is its first with new drummer, Joe Plummer.
Metascore:
55
User Score:
7.6
Phantom Radio

Phantom Radio

by Mark Lanegan Band
October 21, 2014
The ninth full-length studio release from the ex-Screaming Trees singer was produced by Alain Johannes and features contributions from Duke Garwood, Sietse van Gorkom, and Shelley Brien.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.4
Soused

Soused

by Scott Walker
October 21, 2014
The second collaboration between Scott Walker and Sunn O))) is a five-track album produced by Scott Walker and Peter Walsh.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.4
I Forget Where We Were

I Forget Where We Were

by Ben Howard
October 21, 2014
The follow-up to the British singer-songwriter's Mercury Prize-nominated debut was produced by Chris Bond.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.6
Earth Suck

Earth Suck

by Oozing Wound
October 21, 2014
The second full-length release for the Chicago metal band was recorded by Matt Russell.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.2
.5: The Gray Chapter

.5: The Gray Chapter

by Slipknot
October 21, 2014
The fifth full-length studio release for the heavy metal band is its first since the departure of drummer Joey Jordison at the end of 2013 and the death bassist Paul Gray in 2010.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.0
Wait 'Til Night

Wait 'Til Night

by Cooly G
October 21, 2014
The second full-length release for the British dance artist features influences of R&B, reggae, and synthpop.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
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Paperwork

Paperwork

by T.I.
October 21, 2014
Executive produced by Pharrell Williams, the ninth studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from such artists as Iggy Azalea, Chris Brown, Skylar Grey, Jeezy, Victoria Monet, Pharrell, The-Dream, Trae tha Truth, Usher, Watch The Duck, and Young Thug.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
6.9
Kings & Queens of the Underground

Kings & Queens of the Underground

by Billy Idol
October 21, 2014
The first release of new material in nine years for the British hard rocker was produced by Trevor Horn with Greg Kurstin working the boards on two songs.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.5
Melody Road

Melody Road

by Neil Diamond
October 21, 2014
The first release in six years (and his first on the Capitol Records label) for the singer-songwriter was produced by Don Was and Jacknife Lee.
Metascore:
71
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Sings the Great Diva Classics

Sings the Great Diva Classics

by Aretha Franklin
October 21, 2014
Co-produced by Clive Davis, Babyface, and Antonio Dixon, the singer known as the Queen of Soul returns with a covers album of songs from such artists as Adele, Etta James, Alicia Keys, Gladys Knight, Sinead O'Connor, Diana Ross, Barbra Streisand, The Supremes, with guest appearances from Cissy Houston, and Tawatha Agee.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
6.6
Nostalgia

Nostalgia

by Annie Lennox
October 21, 2014
Produced with Mike Stevens, the covers album from the former Eurythmics singer includes such classics as "Summertime," “Georgia on My Mind and "I Put a Spell on You."
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.6
Sound of a Woman

Sound of a Woman

by Kiesza
October 21, 2014
The debut full-length release for Canadian artist features guest appearances from Mick Jenkins and Joey Bada$$.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
6.0
It's a Pleasure

It's a Pleasure

by Baxter Dury
October 21, 2014
This is the fourth full-length release for the son of British rock artist Ian Dury.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
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Burnt Offering

Burnt Offering

by The Budos Band
October 21, 2014
Produced by guitarist Thomas Brenneck, the fourth release for the New York-based funk band sees influences from psychedelia and metal music.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
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Primus & the Chocolate Factory with the Fungi Ensemble

Primus & the Chocolate Factory with the Fungi Ensemble

by Primus
October 21, 2014
The tribute to the 1971 film Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory from the San Francisco Bay Area-based band sees the return of Tim Alexander on drums.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
8.7
Pain Killer

Pain Killer

by Little Big Town
October 21, 2014
The sixth full-length studio release for the country quartet was produced by Jay Joyce,
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.6
Blurred

Blurred

by Huxley
October 21, 2014
The full-length debut release for British producer Michael Dodman as Huxley features guest appearances from Femme, Thomas Gandey, Obenewa, S-Man, and Yasmin.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
The Curse of Love

The Curse of Love

by The Coral
October 20, 2014
Although the indie rock band has been on hiatus since 2010, the latest release from the British quintet is an album of unreleased tracks recorded in 2006 on an 8-track recorder.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Ypres

Ypres

by Tindersticks
October 20, 2014
The latest release for British indie rock band features a music score for a permanent exhibition about the town of Ypres during World War I at Belgium's In Flanders Fields Museum.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Expanded (Live at the Barbican)

Expanded (Live at the Barbican)

by These New Puritans
October 20, 2014
This live release features songs from the British trio's 2013 album Field Of Reeds was performed at London's Barbican with a 35-piece orchestra.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
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Acoustic Dust

Acoustic Dust

by Lee Ranaldo and the Dust
October 20, 2014
The acoustic release from the former Sonic Youth guitarist was recorded live in Barcelona.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
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Anything Goes

Anything Goes

by Florida Georgia Line
October 14, 2014
The second full-length release for the duo of Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard was produced by Joey Moi.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
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Still Life

Still Life

by Kevin Morby
October 14, 2014
The second solo full-length release for the Babies/Woods member was inspired by his move from New York to California.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.8
Tomorrow Was the Golden Age

Tomorrow Was the Golden Age

by Bing & Ruth
October 14, 2014
This is the second full-length release for the Brooklyn-based seven-piece instrumental group.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
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...And Star Power

...And Star Power

by Foxygen
October 14, 2014
The third full-length studio release for the California psych rock band formed by Sam France and Jonathan Rado features contributions from such artist as Wayne Coyne, Of Montreal’s Kevin Barnes, Tim Presley of White Fence, and Bleached.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
5.9
Film of Life

Film of Life

by Tony Allen
October 14, 2014
The tenth studio release for the Afrobeat drummer was recorded in France with the Jazzbastards.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Hold It In

Hold It In

by Melvins
October 14, 2014
The first studio release for the band in four years sees Buzz Osborne and Dale Crover joined by Butthole Surfers' Paul Leary and JD Pinkus.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Trick

Trick

by Kele
October 14, 2014
The second full-length solo release for Kele Okereke was recorded in London and New York.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.3
Unravelling

Unravelling

by We Were Promised Jetpacks
October 14, 2014
The third full-length studio release for the Scottish indie rock band was produced by Paul Savage.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.3
Duality

Duality

by Set It Off
October 14, 2014
The second full-length release from the Tampa pop-punk band led by Cody Carson features guest appearances from William Beckett and Jason Lancaster.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.0
Blood In, Blood Out

Blood In, Blood Out

by Exodus
October 14, 2014
The 10th release for the San Francisco Bay Area thrash metal band sees the return of Steve "Zetro" Souza and a guest appearance from Metallica's Kirk Hammet.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.3
Sweet Talker

Sweet Talker

by Jessie J
October 14, 2014
The third full-length release for the British pop singer-songwriter features guest appearances from 2 Chainz, De La Soul, Ariana Grande, Nicki Minaj, and Lindsey Stirling.
Metascore:
56
User Score:
5.3
Otherness

Otherness

by Kindness
October 14, 2014
The second full-length solo release for Adam Bainbridge features guest appearances from Ade, Devonté Hynes, Kelela, M.Anifest, Robyn, and Tawiah.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
6.8
Bestial Burden

Bestial Burden

by Pharmakon
October 14, 2014
The second full-length release for Margaret Chardiet as Pharmakon was recorded with Sean Ragon.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.3
Pink Palms

Pink Palms

by The Bots
October 14, 2014
This is the full-length debut on the Fader label for the brother duo of Mikaiah Lei and Anaiah Lei.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Heart on My Sleeve

Heart on My Sleeve

by Mary Lambert
October 14, 2014
The full-length debut release for the Seattle singer-songwriter best known for her work on Macklemore & Ryan Lewis' "Same Love" was produced by Eric Rosse and Benny Cassette.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.1
No One Is Lost

No One Is Lost

by Stars
October 14, 2014
The seventh full-length release for the Canadian indie pop band was co-produced with Liam O’Neil.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
6.6
Absolutely Free

Absolutely Free

by Absolutely Free
October 14, 2014
With influences of psychedelic and Krautrock, the debut full-length release for the Canadian trio that includes former members of DD/MM/YYYY was produced by Mike Haliechuk.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Ride Out

Ride Out

by Bob Seger
October 14, 2014
The 17th studio release for the rock singer features both originals as well as four covers of songs including Steve Earle’s “The Devil’s Right Hand," and Kasey Chambers’ and Shane Nicholson’s “Adam & Eve.”
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Museum of Love

Museum of Love

by Museum of Love
October 14, 2014
This is the debut full-length release for the music project from LCD Soundsystem's Pat Mahoney and the Juan MacLean's Dennis McNany.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness

Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness

by Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness
October 14, 2014
This is the debut full-length release from the Jack’s Mannequin and Something Corporate singer's newest solo pop music project.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.7
Hungry Ghosts

Hungry Ghosts

by OK Go
October 14, 2014
The fourth full-length release from the Chicago indie pop band was produced by Dave Fridmann.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.8
Indian Ocean

Indian Ocean

by Frazey Ford
October 14, 2014
The second full-length solo release from the former member of Be Good Tanya features Al Green's back up band, Hi Rhythm Section.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Black Star Elephant

Black Star Elephant

by Nico & Vinz
October 14, 2014
This is the debut full-length release for the Norwegian duo of Nico Sereba and Vincent Dery.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
7.2
I'll Be the Tornado

I'll Be the Tornado

by Dads
October 14, 2014
The second full-length release for the indie duo of by Scott Scharinger and John Bradley was recorded by Neil Strauch.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Meatbodies

Meatbodies

by Meatbodies
October 14, 2014
The debut full-length release for the band led by Chad Ubovich of Fuzz and Mikal Cronin was recorded with Eric King.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Coma Witch

Coma Witch

by The Acacia Strain
October 14, 2014
The seventh full-length release for the Massachusetts deathcore band led by Vincent Bennett was produced by Will Putney.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Standards

Standards

by Lloyd Cole
October 14, 2014
The latest release for the singer-songwriter features Blair Cowan, Fred Maher, Matthew Sweet, and Joan Wasserman.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
American Middle Class

American Middle Class

by Angaleena Presley
October 14, 2014
The debut solo release for the Pistol Annies singer was produced with Jordan Powell.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
The Night is Young

The Night is Young

by The 2 Bears
October 13, 2014
The second full-length release for the duo of Joe Goddard and Raf Rundell includes guest appearances from Sbussio and Kwaito icon Senyaka.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Weatherhouse

Weatherhouse

by Phil Selway
October 7, 2014
The Radiohead drummer worked with Adem Ilhan and Quinta on his second full-length solo release.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
6.7
Taiga

Taiga

by Zola Jesus
October 7, 2014
The fifth full-length release for singer-songwriter Nika Roza Danilova was co-produced with Dean Hurley.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
6.8
Way Out Weather

Way Out Weather

by Steve Gunn
October 7, 2014
The latest solo release for the Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter finds the guitarist backed by a larger group of musicians than 2013's Time Off.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.5
You're Dead!

You're Dead!

by Flying Lotus
October 7, 2014
The fifth full-length studio release for the Los Angeles-based artist/producer features guest appearances from Captain Murphy, Angel Deradoorian, Kendrick Lamar, Niki Randa, Snoop Dogg, and Thundercat.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.5
Heartleap

Heartleap

by Vashti Bunyan
October 7, 2014
Said to be the final album from the British singer-songwriter, the third full-length studio release was produced by Joe Boyd.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.7
Cosmic Logic

Cosmic Logic

by Peaking Lights
October 7, 2014
The second release for the Los Angeles-based indie husband-and-wife duo was produced with Matt Thornley.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Playland

Playland

by Johnny Marr
October 7, 2014
The second full-length solo release for The Smiths' former guitarist was written while he was on tour.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.4
Atomos

Atomos

by A Winged Victory for the Sullen
October 7, 2014
The second full-length release for the ambient duo of Adam Wiltzie and Dustin O'Halloran was a score for a dance piece by Wayne McGregor.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.5
Plowing Into the Field of Love

Plowing Into the Field of Love

by Iceage
October 7, 2014
The third full-length studio release for the Danish punk band was produced by Nis Bysted.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.3
Aquarius

Aquarius

by Tinashe
October 7, 2014
The debut full-length studio release for the R&B singer features guest appearances from A$AP Rocky, Future, Devonté Hynes, and ScHoolboy Q.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.7
A World Lit Only by Fire

A World Lit Only by Fire

by Godflesh
October 7, 2014
This is the first release in 13 years from the British industrial metal band led by Justin Broadrick.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
7.6
Rip This

Rip This

by Bass Drum of Death
October 7, 2014
The third full-length release for the duo of John Barrett and Len Clark was produced by Jacob Portrait.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
We Come from the Same Place

We Come from the Same Place

by Allo Darlin'
October 7, 2014
This is the third full-length release for the indie pop band.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
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