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Freeman

Freeman

by Freeman
July 22, 2014
This is the first solo release of new songs from Aaron Freeman since leaving Ween.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.4
I Love You But I Must Drive Off This Cliff Now

I Love You But I Must Drive Off This Cliff Now

by Got a Girl
July 22, 2014
This is the debut release for the project formed by Dan "The Automator" Nakamura and actress Mary Elizabeth Winstead during the filming of 2010 film, "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World."
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.1
The Resistance: Rise of the Runaways

The Resistance: Rise of the Runaways

by Crown the Empire
July 22, 2014
The second full-length release for the Dallas post-hardcore was produced Dan Korneff.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.8
Clear Lake Forest [EP]

Clear Lake Forest [EP]

by The Black Angels
July 22, 2014
The seven-track EP from the Texas psychedelic rock band was originally released on Record Store Day (April 19th).
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.2
Will to Be Well

Will to Be Well

by Dalhous
July 22, 2014
The second full-length release for the Marc Dall electronic project was inspired by the life and ideas of British psychiatrist R.D. Laing.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Wilderness of Mirrors

Wilderness of Mirrors

by Lawrence English
July 22, 2014
The latest release for the Australian sound artist is his first album since 2011′s The Peregrine.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
5 Seconds of Summer

5 Seconds of Summer

by 5 Seconds of Summer
July 22, 2014
The debut full-length release for the Australian pop-punk quartet includes songs co-written with Yellowcard's Ryan Key, Boys Like Girls' Martin Johnson, All Time Low's Alex Gaskarth, Goldfinger's John Feldmann and Good Charlotte's Benji and Joel Madden.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
6.2
Enter

Enter

by Fire! Orchestra
July 22, 2014
The free jazz trio of Mats Gustafsson, Johan Berthling, and Andreas Werliin worked with a 28-piece Nordic jazz ensemble on its latest release.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Gemini, Her Majesty

Gemini, Her Majesty

by RX Bandits
July 22, 2014
The seventh studio release for the Southern California rock band led by Matt Embree was produced by Jason Cupp.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Trouble in Paradise

Trouble in Paradise

by La Roux
July 22, 2014
The second full-length release for the British synthpop artist Elly Jackson (Ben Langmaid left the band during the recording of the album) was co-produced with Ian Sherwin.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.2
Acoustic Classics

Acoustic Classics

by Richard Thompson
July 22, 2014
The British folk singer covers some of his songs on his first studio acoustic release.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Heaven & Earth

Heaven & Earth

by Yes
July 22, 2014
Produced by Roy Thomas Baker, this is the latest release from the progressive rock band with its new lead singer, Jon Davison.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
4.3
Strange Friend

Strange Friend

by The Phantom Band
July 22, 2014
This is the third full-length release for the Scottish six-piece indie group.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
For The Recently Found Innocent

For The Recently Found Innocent

by White Fence
July 22, 2014
The sixth full-length release for Tim Presley was produced by Ty Segall.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Dismantle and Rebuild

Dismantle and Rebuild

by The Ramona Flowers
July 22, 2014
The debut full-length release from the British quintet was produced by Andy Barlow of Lamb.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
tbd
Alvvays

Alvvays

by Alvvays
July 22, 2014
The debut release for the Canadian five-piece indie pop band that includes Molly Rankin, daughter of Rankin Family member John Morris; former Two Hours Traffic member Alec O'Hanley; and Danks drummer Phil MacIsaac was produced by Chad VanGaalen.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.5
Instrument

Instrument

by To Rococo Rot
July 21, 2014
The eigth full-length release for the Berlin-based electronic trio of Robert Lippok, Ronald Lippok, and Stefan Schneider features Arto Lindsay on three tracks.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Relic

Relic

by Emma Tricca
July 21, 2014
This is the second full-length release for the London-based Italian folk singer-songwriter.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
From Scotland with Love

From Scotland with Love

by King Creosote
July 21, 2014
The latest release for Kenny Anderson as King Creosote was created for a documentary film of the same name, to be released for the Commonwealth Games.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Everything Infinite

Everything Infinite

by Wunder Wunder
July 15, 2014
This is the debut full-length from the Los Angeles-based Australian duo of Aaron Shanahan and Benjamin Plant.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Break Line: A Musical by Anand Wilder & Maxwell Kardon

Break Line: A Musical by Anand Wilder & Maxwell Kardon

by Maxwell Kardon
July 15, 2014
The debut album from Yeasayer co-founder Anand Wilder and Maxwell is a concept indie pop musical about the people in a Western Pennsylvania coal town.
Metascore:
56
User Score:
tbd
Richard Reed Parry: Music for Heart and Breath

Richard Reed Parry: Music for Heart and Breath

by Richard Reed Parry
July 15, 2014
The classical-influenced debut solo release for the Arcade Fire band member features contributions from Bryce & Aaron Dessner, Kronos Quartet, Nico Muhly, and Ymusic.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
Anthology [Box Set]

Anthology [Box Set]

by The Clean
July 15, 2014
This is a four-vinyl set reissue of the compilation of 46-tracks from the New Zealand indie rock band led by Hamish and David Kilgour.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.0
Upright Behavior

Upright Behavior

by Landlady
July 15, 2014
This is the second release for the Brooklyn indie rock band led by Adam Schatz.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Ex

Ex

by Plastikman
July 15, 2014
The first Plastikman release from Richie Hawtin since 2003 was created for the Guggenheim's International Gala.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Sakura [EP]

Sakura [EP]

by Big Deal
July 15, 2014
This is a four-track EP from the British indie pop duo of Alice Costelloe and Kasey Underwood.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Wild Animals

Wild Animals

by Trampled by Turtles
July 15, 2014
The seventh full-length release for the Minnesota folk/bluegrass band was produced by Low's Alan Sparhawk.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Jungle

Jungle

by Jungle
July 15, 2014
This is the debut full-length release for the British indie funk band formed by Tom McFarland and Joshua Lloyd-Watson.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.2
Terms of My Surrender

Terms of My Surrender

by John Hiatt
July 15, 2014
The latest release of acoustic blues from the veteran singer-songwriter was produced by Doug Lancio.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Model of You

Model of You

by Cloud Boat
July 15, 2014
The second full-length release for the British duo of Sam Ricketts and Tom Clarke was produced by Andy Savours.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.4
Yesterdays

Yesterdays

by Pennywise
July 15, 2014
The California punk band returns with its founding lead singer Jim Lindberg (he left the group in 2009) on its 12th release that includes several previously unrecorded songs written by founding bassist Jason Thirsk (he passed away in 1996).
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
The  Phoenix

The Phoenix

by Fhloston Paradigm
July 15, 2014
The debut full-length release for King Britt as Fhloston Paradigm combines electronic music with science fiction movie soundtrack elements.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.5
World Peace Is None of Your Business

World Peace Is None of Your Business

by Morrissey
July 15, 2014
The 10th solo studio release for the British indie singer-songwriter was produced by Joe Chiccarelli and recorded in France.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.2
Shattered

Shattered

by Reigning Sound
July 15, 2014
The first release since 2009's Love and Curses for the garage rock band led by Greg Cartwright is also its first on the Merge label.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
7.6
Complete Surrender

Complete Surrender

by Slow Club
July 15, 2014
The third full-length release for the British indie pop duo of Rebecca Taylor and Charles Watson was produced by Colin Elliot.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.5
Liminal

Liminal

by The Acid
July 15, 2014
The debut full-length release for the trio of DJ Adam Freeland, Steve Nalepa, and Ry X features sounds and influences from bass, field recordings, rock, and pop music.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.5
Melted Toys

Melted Toys

by Melted Toys
July 15, 2014
This is the debut full-length release for the San Francisco indie pop quartet.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
L'Aventura

L'Aventura

by Sébastien Tellier
July 15, 2014
The sixth full-length release for the French pop artist was influenced by Brazilian music.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.0
Conversations

Conversations

by Woman's Hour
July 15, 2014
The debut full-length release for the London-based quartet was produced by Tom Morris.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.7
Country Funk II: 1967-1974

Country Funk II: 1967-1974

by Various Artists
July 15, 2014
The second volume of country funk includes songs by J.J. Cale, Bob Darin, Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers, and Townes Van Zandt.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Honeyblood

Honeyblood

by Honeyblood
July 15, 2014
The debut full-length release for the Scottish indie pop duo of Stina Tweeddale and Shona McVicar was produced by Peter Katis.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.2
Hard Believer

Hard Believer

by Fink
July 15, 2014
The sixth full-length release for the folk band led by Fin Greenall was produced by Billy Bush.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
6.2
Strange Weather [EP]

Strange Weather [EP]

by Anna Calvi
July 15, 2014
The five-track covers EP from the British singer-songwriter was produced by Thomas Bartlett and features a guest appearance from David Byrne.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.0
Strange Desire

Strange Desire

by Bleachers
July 15, 2014
The debut solo project for fun.'s Jack Antonoff was co-produced by John Hill and features guest appearances from Grimes and Yoko Ono.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.6
Mandatory Fun

Mandatory Fun

by Weird Al Yankovic
July 15, 2014
The latest release for the musical humorist "Weird Al" Yankovic features parodies of songs sung by Iggy Azalea, Imagine Dragons, Lorde, Robin Thicke, and Pharrell Williams.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.5
Yes!

Yes!

by Jason Mraz
July 15, 2014
The fifth full-length release for the singer-songwriter includes a cover of Boyz II Men's "It's So Hard to Say Goodbye to Yesterday."
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.3
The Next Four Years

The Next Four Years

by United Nations
July 15, 2014
This is the second full-length release for the hardcore supergroup led by former Thursday lead singer Geoff Rickly.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.6
The Black Market

The Black Market

by Rise Against
July 15, 2014
The seventh full-length studio release for the Chicago punk band was produced by Bill Stevenson and Jason Livermore.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.7
No Fools, No Fun

No Fools, No Fun

by Puss N Boots
July 15, 2014
This is the debut release for the alternative country side project that includes Norah Jones, Sasha Dobson, and Catherine Popper.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Passerby

Passerby

by Luluc
July 15, 2014
The second full-length release for the duo of Zoë Randell and Steve Hassett was co-produced with the National's Aaron Dessner.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Constricting Rage of the Merciless

Constricting Rage of the Merciless

by Goatwhore
July 8, 2014
The sixth full-length studio release from a the New Orleans-based black metal band was produced by Erik Rutan.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
We Don't Have Each Other

We Don't Have Each Other

by Aaron West and the Roaring Twenties
July 8, 2014
The debut full-length release for the new project for Wonder Years frontman Dan "Soupy" Campbell was produced by Early November's Ace Enders.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Celestite

Celestite

by Wolves in the Throne Room
July 8, 2014
The fifth full-length studio release for the black metal duo is a five-track companion album to 2011's Celestial Lineage.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.8
Life is Easy

Life is Easy

by Bright Light Bright Light
July 8, 2014
The second full-length studio release for the Welsh synth-pop singer Rod Thomas features a duet with Elton John.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Plastics

Plastics

by Eaux
July 8, 2014
The debut full-length release for the electronic trio of Sian Ahern, Ben Cook, and Stephen Warrington was co-produced with Tom Morris.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Wooden Head

Wooden Head

by The Proper Ornaments
July 8, 2014
The debut release for the indie pop quartet that includes Veronica Falls' James Hoare, Max Claps, Daniel Nellis, and Robert Syme was recorded on a reel-to-reel four track.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
1000 Forms of Fear

1000 Forms of Fear

by Sia
July 8, 2014
The sixth full-length release for the Australian pop singer-songwriter was produced by Greg Kurstin.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.9
No Coast

No Coast

by Braid
July 8, 2014
The first full-length studio release from the emo band in 16 years was produced by Will Yip.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
6.7
Redeemer of Souls

Redeemer of Souls

by Judas Priest
July 8, 2014
The 17th release for the British metal band led by Rob Halford is its first without founding guitarist K.K. Downing.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.6
Season Sun

Season Sun

by Gulp
July 8, 2014
The debut release for the side project of Super Furry Animals bassist Guto Pryce and his wife Lindsey Leven includes contributions from Gid Goundrey and ex-Race Horses drummer Gwion Llewelyn.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
CSNY 1974 [Box Set]

CSNY 1974 [Box Set]

by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
July 8, 2014
Produced by Joel Bernstein and Graham Nash, the four disc box set collects live recordings from the band's 1974 reunion tour as well as a DVD with performances from the Capital Center in Landover, Maryland and London's Wembley Stadium.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
tbd
Family Crimes

Family Crimes

by The Skygreen Leopards
July 8, 2014
The seventh release for the California psych-pop duo of Glenn Donaldson and Donovan Quinn was recorded by Jason Quever of Papercuts.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Days of Being Wild

Days of Being Wild

by Matt Kivel
July 8, 2014
The second full-length solo release for the former Gap Dream guitarist was recorded over the course of six weeks with Paul Oldham.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Over Me

Over Me

by Cold Beat
July 8, 2014
This is the debut full-length release for the side project of Grass Widow's Hannah Lew.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Futurology

Futurology

by Manic Street Preachers
July 7, 2014
The 12th full-length release for the Welsh alternative rock trio was recorded at the same time as 2013's Rewind the Film and features guest appearances from Cian Ciaran, Green Gartside, Nina Hoss, and Georgia Ruth.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.3
Chroma

Chroma

by Eugene McGuinness
July 7, 2014
The fourth full-length release for the British singer-songwriter was produced by Dan Carey.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Paperback Ghosts

Paperback Ghosts

by Comet Gain
July 7, 2014
The seventh full-length studio release for the British indie pop band led by David Feck was produced by Simon Trought.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Live at Biko

Live at Biko

by Mark Kozelek
July 1, 2014
The solo concert album of the April performance at Milan's Biko features songs from Sun Kil Moon's "Benji" album.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Soul Mining (30th Anniversary Deluxe Edition) [Box Set]

Soul Mining (30th Anniversary Deluxe Edition) [Box Set]

by The The
July 1, 2014
The remastered reissue of the major label debut from the British band led by Matt Johnson includes a 12" LP of alternative remixes and versions of songs only on vinyl.
Metascore:
92
User Score:
8.2
Paula

Paula

by Robin Thicke
July 1, 2014
The seventh full-length studio release for the R&B singer was dedicated to his wife, Paula Patton.
Metascore:
49
User Score:
1.5
Underworld

Underworld

by Tuatara
July 1, 2014
This is the latest release for the supergroup that includes R.E.M.'s Peter Buck, Luna's Justin Harwood, Pearl Jam's Mike McCready, Scott McCaughey, Manuel Oquendo, and Skerik was produced by drummer and group founder Barrett Martin of Screaming Trees, Mad Season, and Walking Papers.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Gamel

Gamel

by OOIOO
July 1, 2014
The seventh release for the Japanese experimental group was inspired by the Javanese style of gamelan.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Counterfeit Blues

Counterfeit Blues

by Corb Lund
July 1, 2014
The eighth full-length studio release for the Canadian singer-songwriter with his band the Hurtin' Albertans was produced by Saam Hashemi.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Careers

Careers

by Beverly
July 1, 2014
This is the debut release for Frankie Rose's side project with Drew Citron.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
High Life

High Life

by Brian Eno
July 1, 2014
Two months after the release of the first collaboration between Brian Eno and Underworld's Karl Hyde (Someday World), the duo release a second disc of songs recorded soon after the announcement of the first.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.1
#7885 Electropunk to Technopop

#7885 Electropunk to Technopop

by Cabaret Voltaire
July 1, 2014
The compilation gathers songs from the British electronic/post-punk band from 1978-81 and 1983-85 was curated by the band member, Richard H. Kirk.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
tbd
From Parts Unknown

From Parts Unknown

by Every Time I Die
July 1, 2014
The seventh full-length release for the Buffalo metalcore band was produced by Kurt Ballou.
Metascore:
92
User Score:
6.2
Remedy

Remedy

by Old Crow Medicine Show
July 1, 2014
The ninth full-length studio release for the Americana string band was produced by Ted Hutt and includes a song co-written by Bob Dylan.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.4
Trigga

Trigga

by Trey Songz
July 1, 2014
The sixth full-length studio release album for the R&B singer features guest appearances from Justin Bieber, Juicy J, Mila J, Nicki Minaj, and Ty Dolla $ign.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.1
Departure

Departure

by The Vacant Lots
July 1, 2014
The debut full-length release for the Vermont psychedelic rock duo of Jared Artaud and Brian MacFadyen was mixed by Spacemen 3's Sonic Boom.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
We Are Only What We Feel

We Are Only What We Feel

by NoNoNo
July 1, 2014
This is the full-length debut release for the electronic Swedish trio of Stina Wäppling, Michel "Rocwell" Flygare, and Tobias "Astma" Jimson.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
7.0
Can't Love

Can't Love

by Turn to Crime
July 1, 2014
This is the debut release for the experimental pop solo-turned-trio led by Awesome Color's Derek Stanton.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Live Wild Die Free

Live Wild Die Free

by Vulkano
July 1, 2014
This is the debut full-length release for the Swedish duo of Lisa Pyk-Wirström and Cissi Efraimsson.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Forgetting the Present

Forgetting the Present

by Remember Remember
June 30, 2014
The third full-length release for the Scottish instrumental band led by Graeme Ronald was recorded by Tony Doogan.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
In My World

In My World

by Matthewdavid
June 30, 2014
This is the second full-length release for Los Angeles producer Matthew McQueen.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Revival

Revival

by Bellowhead
June 30, 2014
The fifth full-length release for the British folk ensemble was produced by Rupert Christie.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
A Thousand Thoughts

A Thousand Thoughts

by Kronos Quartet
June 25, 2014
The compilation of Kronos Quartet performances that were influenced by music around the world includes appearances from the four cellists [Joan Jeanrenaud (1978-1999), Jennifer Culp (1999-2005), Jeffrey Zeigler (2005-2013), and Sunny Yang (2013-present)] who have been in group.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Sea When Absent

Sea When Absent

by A Sunny Day in Glasgow
June 24, 2014
The fourth full-length release for the dream pop group led by Ben Daniels was produced by band member, Jeff Ziegler.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.2
Mexico

Mexico

by GusGus
June 24, 2014
The ninth full-length release [and its third for Kompakt] for the Icelandic electronic quartet includes influences from synth pop, trance and UK garage music.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.7
Horse Meat Disco IV

Horse Meat Disco IV

by Horse Meat Disco
June 24, 2014
This is the fourth compilation of mixes by James Hillard, Luke Howard, Severino Panzetta, and Jim Stanton.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Neon Icon

Neon Icon

by RiFF RAFF
June 24, 2014
The second full-length release for the Texas rapper with guest appearances from Childish Gambino, Amber Coffman, Mac Miller, Mike Posner, Slim Thug, and Paul Wall as well as production from Diplo.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
6.6
Electric Brick Wall

Electric Brick Wall

by Black Bananas
June 24, 2014
This is the second release for the alternative rock band led by former Royal Trux member Jennifer Herrema.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
PHOX

PHOX

by PHOX
June 24, 2014
The debut full-length release for the Wisconsin indie pop group was produced by Brian Joseph.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.0
Heal

Heal

by Strand of Oaks
June 24, 2014
The fourth full-length release (and the first on Dead Oceans) from Indiana singer-songwriter Tim Showalter features contribution from J. Mascis and was produced by Ben Vehorn.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.1
Beware the Fetish

Beware the Fetish

by Kasai Allstars
June 24, 2014
This is the latest release from the Congolese collective produced by Vincent Kenis.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Typical System

Typical System

by Total Control
June 24, 2014
This is the second full-length studio release for the Melbourne, Australia-based post-punk band formed by Dan Stewart and Mikey Young.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.0
Mosaics Within Mosaics

Mosaics Within Mosaics

by Circulatory System
June 24, 2014
The third full-length release for the band led by Will Hart Hart features guest appearances from Jeremy Barnes, Peter Erchick, John Fernandes, AJ Griffin, Heather McIntosh, and Jeff Mangum.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Fuego

Fuego

by Phish
June 24, 2014
The 12th studio release for the jam band was was produced by Bob Ezrin.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Kitten

Kitten

by Kitten
June 24, 2014
The debut full-length, release for the Los Angeles band led by Chloe Chaidez (daughter of former Thee Undertakers drummer Mike Chaidez) was produced by Chad Anderson.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
tbd
These Days...

These Days...

by Ab-Soul
June 24, 2014
The third full-length studio release for the Black Hippy rapper features guest appearances from such artists as Action Bronson, Asaad, Danny Brown, Jay Rock, Kendrick Lamar, Lupe Fiasco, Rick Ross, Schoolboy Q, and SZA.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.0