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As the Stars

As the Stars

by Woods of Desolation
February 6, 2014
The third full-length release for the Australian black metal band led by D features , Luke Mills of Nazxul, Old of Drohtnung, Pestilential Shadows, and Vlad of Drudkh.
Metascore:
85
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tbd
High Land, Hard Rain [30th Anniversary Edition]

High Land, Hard Rain [30th Anniversary Edition]

by Aztec Camera
February 4, 2014
The reissue of the remastered debut release from the Roddy Frame-led band includes a disc of B-sides, remixes, and live tracks.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.5
Pop Ambient 2014

Pop Ambient 2014

by Various Artists
February 4, 2014
The 14th compilation of ambient music includes contributions from The Field, Ulf Lohmann, and Wolfgang Voigt (aka Gas).
Metascore:
74
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tbd
So Long, See You Tomorrow

So Long, See You Tomorrow

by Bombay Bicycle Club
February 4, 2014
Produced by lead singer Jack Steadman, the fourth release for the indie band was written while traveling in Asia and Europe.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.9
Salute

Salute

by Little Mix
February 4, 2014
The second full-length release from the 2012 X Factor (UK) pop quartet is a R&B-influenced album that includes production from Future Cut, MNEK, TMS, and Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
8.1
Dead

Dead

by Young Fathers
February 4, 2014
This is the second full-length studio release for the Edinburgh-based hip-hop trio of Alloysious Massaquoi, Kayus Bankole, and Graham Hastings.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.8
Terrestrials

Terrestrials

by Sunn O)))
February 4, 2014
The three tracks from the collaboration between Sunn O))) and Ulver was recorded over one night in 2008.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.3
Wonderland

Wonderland

by CEO
February 4, 2014
This is the second full-length solo release from the former member of The Former Alliance, Erick Berglund.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.5
Dunes

Dunes

by Gardens & Villa
February 4, 2014
Produced by Tim Goldsworthy, the second full-length release for the Santa Barbara indie band was inspired by Lake Michigan.
Metascore:
67
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tbd
Along the Way

Along the Way

by Mark McGuire
February 4, 2014
This is the third full-length solo release for the former Emeralds guitarist.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.3
Slow Phaser

Slow Phaser

by Nicole Atkins
February 4, 2014
The third full-length release for the art pop singer-songwriter was produced by Tore Johansson.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
6.7
July

July

by Marissa Nadler
February 4, 2014
The sixth studio release for the Boston singer-songwriter is her first on the Sacred Bones label.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.6
Angel Guts: Red Classroom

Angel Guts: Red Classroom

by Xiu Xiu
February 4, 2014
Produced by John Congleton, the ninth full-length release for the Jamie Stewart project was influenced by his move to Los Angeles and a Japanese erotic film of the same name as the album.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.6
Live in San Francisco

Live in San Francisco

by Ty Segall Band
February 4, 2014
The garage rock band's latest live release was recorded at San Francisco's The Rickshaw Stop and is the fifth album in Castle Face Records' Live in San Francisco series.
Metascore:
80
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tbd
The Satanist

The Satanist

by Behemoth
February 4, 2014
The tenth studio release for the Polish black/death metal band was produced with Daniel Bergstrand, Slawek Wieslawscy and Wojtek Wieslawscy.
Metascore:
92
User Score:
8.6
Jumping the Tracks

Jumping the Tracks

by +/-
February 4, 2014
The fifth studio release for the band led by James Baluyut was written over the past five years since its last album, 2008's Xs on Your Eyes.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Augustines

Augustines

by Augustines
February 4, 2014
The second studio release for the Brooklyn indie rock band (previously known as We Are Augustines) was co-produced with Peter Katis.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.5
Black Beehive

Black Beehive

by Big Head Todd & the Monsters
February 4, 2014
The latest release for the Colorado blues-influenced rock band was produced and mixed by Steve Jordan.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
The Royal Sessions

The Royal Sessions

by Paul Rodgers
February 4, 2014
The Bad Company/Free singer's latest solo release is a collection of soul covers recorded in Memphis, Tennessee.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Worth [EP]

Worth [EP]

by Mas Ysa
February 4, 2014
The debut release for the Brooklyn-based Canadian artist Thomas Arsenault is a nine track EP.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
From His Head to His Heart to His Hands [Box Set]

From His Head to His Heart to His Hands [Box Set]

by Michael Bloomfield
February 4, 2014
The four-disc set includes demos, outtakes, live recordings, and a 60-minute documentary film about the 1960s Chicago blues guitarist who was a session guitarist on Bob Dylan's Highway 61 Revisited before joining The Paul Butterfield Blues Band and The Electric Flag.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
The  Haden Triplets

The Haden Triplets

by The Haden Triplets
February 4, 2014
Produced by Ry Cooder, the debut release from the daughters of jazz bassist Charlie Haden was backed by a band that included Ricky Skaggs, Rene Comacho and Joachim Cooder.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Nothin' But Blood

Nothin' But Blood

by Scott H. Biram
February 4, 2014
The eighth full-length release for the Texas artist was recorded in his home studio.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Four Foot Shack

Four Foot Shack

by Les Claypool's Duo De Twang
February 4, 2014
The debut country/bluegrass-inspired release for this Primus frontman's project with Bryan Kehoe includes the title track original, songs from Les Claypool's other projects/bands, and covers such as the Bee Gee's "Stayin' Alive."
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
After the Disco

After the Disco

by Broken Bells
February 4, 2014
The second full-length album for the duo of James Mercer and Brian Burton follows the release of a short film with Kate Mara as an astronaut and Anton Yelchin as her lover, Oliver.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.6
In the Silence

In the Silence

by Ásgeir
February 4, 2014
The English-language version of the Icelandic singer-songwriter's debut release which went triple platinum in his native country was translated by John Grant.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.2
Lucky

Lucky

by Suzy Bogguss
February 4, 2014
The latest release for the country singer is an album of Merle Haggard songs.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Parker Millsap

Parker Millsap

by Parker Millsap
February 4, 2014
This is the debut full-length release for the Oklahoma singer-songwriter.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Moon

Moon

by Snowbird
February 4, 2014
The debut collaborative release from Stephanie Dosen and Cocteau Twins' Simon Raymonde was supported by Philip Selway and Ed O'Brien of Radiohead, Eric Pulido and McKenzie Smith of Midlake, Lanterns on the Lake's Paul Gregory, and Jonathan Wilson.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
NAP: North American Poetry

NAP: North American Poetry

by Juan Wauters
February 4, 2014
The debut solo release for The Beets singer features a guest appearance from Carmelle Safdie.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Kin <-->

Kin <-->

by Pat Metheny Unity Group
February 4, 2014
The second release for the Pat Metheny band that includes Chris Potter, Antonio Sanchez, and Ben Williams is its first with new member Giulio Carmassi.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
The  Age of Fracture

The Age of Fracture

by Cymbals
February 4, 2014
Produced by Dreamtrak, the latest release from the British quartet was inspired by Princeton professor Daniel T. Rodgers' book of the same name.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
6.8
The Unnatural World

The Unnatural World

by Have a Nice Life
February 4, 2014
The second release for the Connecticut doom duo of Dan Barett and Tim Macuga is its first release in six years.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.4
Mind Trap

Mind Trap

by Martin Creed
February 3, 2014
The second release for Turner Prize-winning artist was co-produced with Andy Knowles and Nick McCarthy.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Too Much Information

Too Much Information

by Maxïmo Park
February 3, 2014
The fifth full-length release for the British rock band led by Paul Smith was self-produced with additional production from The Invisible’s Dave Okumu and from Field Music’s David and Peter Brewis.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
8.4
Word of Mouth

Word of Mouth

by Seth Lakeman
February 3, 2014
The seventh release for the British folk artist was recorded in a Cornish church.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Little Red

Little Red

by Katy B
February 3, 2014
The second full-length release for the British singer features production from Artwork, George FitzGerald, Geeneus, Jacques Greene, Joker, and Route 94 as well as guest appearances from Jessie Ware and Sampha.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.6
Vagabond

Vagabond

by Eddi Reader
February 3, 2014
Alan Kelly, Ian Carr, Roy Dodds and John McCusker contribute to the Scottish singer-songwriter's first album since 2009's Love Is The Way.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Innocence

Innocence

by Pontiak
January 28, 2014
The eighth full-length release for the Virginia rock trio was recorded without computers.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Metropole

Metropole

by The Lawrence Arms
January 28, 2014
The first release in eight years for the Chicago-based punk trio was co-produced with Matt Allison.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.2
Doug Tuttle

Doug Tuttle

by Doug Tuttle
January 28, 2014
This is the solo debut release for the former Mmoss guitarist following the end of the psych rock band with Rachel Neveu.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Maui Tears

Maui Tears

by Sleepy Sun
January 28, 2014
The fourth full-length release for the San Francisco psych rock now led by Bret Constantino was produced with Tim Green.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
No Depression [Legacy Edition]

No Depression [Legacy Edition]

by Uncle Tupelo
January 28, 2014
The reissued and expanded release of the debut album from the alt-country band led by Jay Farrar and Jeff Tweedy includes its 1989 demo tape Not Forever, Just for Now.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
8.0
Fifth

Fifth

by The Autumn Defense
January 28, 2014
The fifth release from the the side project of Wilco members John Stirratt and Patrick Sansone includes contributions from James “Hags” Haggerty, Greg Wieczoreck, and John Pirrucello.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Come to Life

Come to Life

by Cities Aviv
January 28, 2014
This is the third full-length release for the Memphis rapper Gavin Mays as Cities Aviv.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.4
Cilvia: Demo [EP]

Cilvia: Demo [EP]

by Isaiah Rashad
January 28, 2014
The 11-track EP for the Tennessee rapper features guest appearances from Michael Da Vinci, Jean Deaux, Jay Rock, ScHoolboy Q, and SZA.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.6
The  B-Sides

The B-Sides

by The Gaslight Anthem
January 28, 2014
The collection includes live tracks, acoustic songs, covers, and session recordings from between 2008 and 2011.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.5
Held in Splendor

Held in Splendor

by Quilt
January 28, 2014
The second release for the 1960s-influenced Boston trio was produced by the Woods' Jarvis Taveniere.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.8
No Way There from Here

No Way There from Here

by Laura Cantrell
January 28, 2014
The fifth studio release for the the country singer was recorded in Nashville and is her first album of original material since 2005’s Humming By The Flowered Vine.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Spiritual Emergency

Spiritual Emergency

by Guardian Alien
January 28, 2014
This is the second release for the psychedelic rock project led by Greg Fox.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Goodnight Tender

Goodnight Tender

by Amy Ray
January 28, 2014
The Indigo Girls' singer-songwriter's sixth solo release includes three songs co-produced with Phil Cook.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
The Art of Obscurity

The Art of Obscurity

by Iain Matthews
January 28, 2014
The first solo release in 15 years from the founder of Fairport Convention was produced by Bradley Kopp.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Kaleidoscope

Kaleidoscope

by Transatlantic
January 28, 2014
This is the fourth studio release for the progressive rock band that includes Neal Morse, Mike Portnoy, Roine Stolt, and Pete Trewavas.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Let's Fly a Kite

Let's Fly a Kite

by Eleni Mandell
January 28, 2014
The ninth release for the Los Angeles singer-songwriter was produced by Neil Brockbank.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
 Haiti Direct: Big Band, Mini Jazz & Twoubadou Sounds, 1960-1978

Haiti Direct: Big Band, Mini Jazz & Twoubadou Sounds, 1960-1978

by Various Artists
January 28, 2014
The compilation of Haitian dance music from the 1960s and '70s including music styles such as Compas Direct, Mini-Jazz and twoubadou.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
7.5
Hold Me [EP]

Hold Me [EP]

by Cooly G
January 28, 2014
The three-track EP from the British artist/producer includes a guest appearance from DVA.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
Choir of Echoes

Choir of Echoes

by Peggy Sue
January 28, 2014
The third full-length studio release for the British indie folk band was produced by Jimmy Robertson.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
6.8
Trouble

Trouble

by Hospitality
January 28, 2014
The second release for the Brooklyn indie pop trio was co-produced by Nathan Michel and Matt Boynton.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.0
Too True

Too True

by Dum Dum Girls
January 28, 2014
The third full-length release for the indie pop band led by Dee Dee Penny was produced by Richard Gottehrer and Sune Rose Wagner of the Raveonettes.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.4
Piano Nights

Piano Nights

by Bohren & der Club of Gore
January 28, 2014
This is the seventh full-length release for the German ambient jazz band led by Christoph Clöser and Morten Gass.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Morgan Delt

Morgan Delt

by Morgan Delt
January 28, 2014
The debut full-length release for the California indie pop singer-songwriter was influenced by 1960s music.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.4
Divine Ecstasy

Divine Ecstasy

by Supreme Cuts
January 28, 2014
The second release for Chicago-based production duo of Mike Perry and Austin Kjeultes features guest appearances from Poliça's Channy Leaneagh, Mahaut Mondino, Haleek Maul, and Shy Girls.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Ghettoville

Ghettoville

by Actress
January 28, 2014
The fourth full-length release for Darren Cunningham is considered a sequel to his 2008 debut Hazyville.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.2
Into the Lime

Into the Lime

by The New Mendicants
January 28, 2014
This is the debut full-length release for the pop rock supergroup formed by Joe Pernice of the Pernice Brothers, Teenage Fanclub's Norman Blake, and Mike Belisky of The Sadies.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Where Shine New Lights

Where Shine New Lights

by Tara Jane O'Neil
January 28, 2014
The seventh solo release for the former Rodan bassist is her first on the Kranky label.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Drowners

Drowners

by Drowners
January 28, 2014
The debut full-length release for the New York-based band led by Welsh native Matt Hitt includes three songs from its 2013 EP, Between Us Girls.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
7.4
Croz

Croz

by David Crosby
January 28, 2014
The first studio solo release in 20 years for the founding member of The Byrds and Crosby, Stills & Nash features guest appearances from Mark Knopfler, Wynton Marsalis, Leland Sklar, and Steve Tavaglione.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.0
Do Not Engage

Do Not Engage

by The Pack A.D.
January 28, 2014
The fourth full-length studio release for the Vancouver indie rock duo of Becky Black and Maya Miller was produced by Jim Diamond.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
In Roses

In Roses

by Gem Club
January 28, 2014
Magik Magik Orchestra string arranger Minna Choi joined on the second release for the Massachusetts-based duo of Christopher Barnes and Kristen Drymala.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.6
The  Green [EP]

The Green [EP]

by Bibio
January 28, 2014
The six-track EP from Stephen Wilkinson revisits the sounds of the single Dye The Water Green from 2013's Silver Wilkinson.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.2
Eve

Eve

by Angélique Kidjo
January 28, 2014
The first release in four years for the Grammy-winning Beninese singer-songwriter was produced by Patrick Dillett with guest appearances from such artists as ASA, Vampire Weekend's Rostam Batmagli, Dr. John, Yvonne Kidjo, the Kronos Quartet, Trio Teriba, and the Orchestre Philharmonique du Luxembourg.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Cavalier Youth

Cavalier Youth

by You Me at Six
January 27, 2014
The fourth full-length release for the British rock band led by Josh Franceschi was produced by Neal Avron.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
6.2
Moodymann

Moodymann

by Moodymann
January 27, 2014
The Detroit techno artist's latest release includes guest appearances from Amp Fiddler, Andres, and José James.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.2
Cutting Up the Present Leaks Out the Future

Cutting Up the Present Leaks Out the Future

by Hatcham Social
January 27, 2014
The third release for the London alternative rock band was self-produced and self-recorded live on tape.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Lord Steppington

Lord Steppington

by Step Brothers
January 21, 2014
The debut rap collaboration from Evidence and Alchemist features guest appearances from such artists as Action Bronson, Fashawn, Domo Genesis, Roc Marciano, Oh No, and Styles P.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.4
Grass Punks

Grass Punks

by Tom Brosseau
January 21, 2014
Produced by Sean Watkins, the folk singer's seventh studio release is his first album in five years.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Occult Delight

Occult Delight

by Mode Moderne
January 21, 2014
Their third full-length release for the Canadian indie-pop quartet led by Philip Intile.
Metascore:
47
User Score:
tbd
Beach House [EP]

Beach House [EP]

by Ty Dolla $ign
January 21, 2014
B.o.B, French Montana, Wiz Khalifa, Jat Rock, and Trey Songz are some of the guests on the seven-track studio EP from the Los Angeles rapper.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
4.8
Revelation

Revelation

by Los Lonely Boys
January 21, 2014
The Texas trio worked with Don Gehman and Matthew Gerrard on its first album in three years.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
From All Purity

From All Purity

by Indian
January 21, 2014
The fifth full-length release for the Chicago doom metal band was produced by Sanford Parker.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
7.7
Oblique to All Paths

Oblique to All Paths

by Culted
January 21, 2014
This is the second full-length release for the doom metal band.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Like It Never Happened

Like It Never Happened

by Elizabeth & the Catapult
January 21, 2014
Elizabeth Ziman worked with Dan Molad and Pete Lalish on her third full-length release after learning to play guitar.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
Abandoned Apartments

Abandoned Apartments

by Jeremy Jay
January 21, 2014
The fifth full-length release from the London-based indie pop artist from Los Angeles was self-produced.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Warpaint

Warpaint

by Warpaint
January 21, 2014
The second full-length release for the Los Angeles indie rock band was produced with Flood
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.4
Rave Tapes

Rave Tapes

by Mogwai
January 21, 2014
The eighth full-length release for the Scottish post-rock band was produced with Paul Savage.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.1
REV

REV

by The Reverend Horton Heat
January 21, 2014
This is the first new studio release in four years for the rockabilly Texan trio of Jim Heath, Jimbo Wallace, and Scott Churilla.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
4.7
Chiaroscuro

Chiaroscuro

by I Break Horses
January 21, 2014
The second full-length release for the Swedish indie project of Maria Lindén and Fredrick Balck was produced, written and mixed by Lindén.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.9
Brothers and Sisters of the Eternal Son

Brothers and Sisters of the Eternal Son

by Damien Jurado
January 21, 2014
The Shins' Richard Swift returns to produce the sequel to Damien Jurado's 2012 album, Maraqopa.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.1
Chorus [EP]

Chorus [EP]

by Holly Herndon
January 21, 2014
This is a two-track EP from the California-based electronic artist/producer.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Transgender Dysphoria Blues

Transgender Dysphoria Blues

by Against Me!
January 21, 2014
The sixth full-length studio release for the punk band led by Laura Jane Grace (who came out as transgendered in 2012) explores gender dysphoria.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.0
Fuck Off Get Free We Pour Light on Everything

Fuck Off Get Free We Pour Light on Everything

by Thee Silver Mt. Zion Memorial Orchestra
January 21, 2014
The seventh full-length release for the often described Canadian post-rock five piece band includes influences from blues, garage, and metal music.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.0
Shelter

Shelter

by Alcest
January 21, 2014
The fourth release for the shoegaze band was produced by Birgir Jón Birgisson and features a guest appearance from Slowdive's Neil Halstead.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.1
Have Fun with God

Have Fun with God

by Bill Callahan
January 21, 2014
Bill Callahan's 2013 album Dream River is remixed with inspiration from 1970s dub and Jamaican music.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
AGE

AGE

by The Hidden Cameras
January 21, 2014
The sixth studio release for the Canadian indie pop collective led by Joel Gibb is its first in five years.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.0
The U.S. Albums [Box Set]

The U.S. Albums [Box Set]

by The Beatles
January 21, 2014
The 13-disc box features albums released between 1964 and 1970 in the United States and the audio documentary, The Beatles’ Story.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.9
Strong Feelings

Strong Feelings

by Doug Paisley
January 21, 2014
The third full-length release for the Canadian singer-songwriter was recorded in Toronto with a band that included Gary Craig, Bazil Donovan, Robbie Grunwald, Garth Hudson, Emmett Kelly, and Mary Margaret O'Hara.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
6.3
The Gloaming

The Gloaming

by The Gloaming
January 21, 2014
This is the debut Irish folk-influenced release for the collaboration from Martin Hayes, Thomas Bartlett aka Doveman, Iarla Ó Lionaird, Dennis Cahill and Caoimhín Ó Raghallaigh.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.2
Tranquilizers

Tranquilizers

by Dog Bite
January 21, 2014
With the addition of Woody Shortridge and Tak Takemura, the second release finds the band led by Phil Jones expanded to a quartet.
Metascore:
56
User Score:
5.3
Youth

Youth

by Wild Cub
January 21, 2014
The debut release for the Nashville-via-Brooklyn five-piece band led by Keegan DeWitt was self-released in the UK in 2012.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.5
Fabriclive 73

Fabriclive 73

by Pangaea
January 21, 2014
The latest Fabriclive release is a compilation mixed by the co-founder of Hessle Audio, Kevin McAuley.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd