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Tough Age

Tough Age

by Tough Age
November 11, 2013
Produced by Jay Arner, the debut full-length release for the Vancouver garage rock band led by Jarrett K.
Metascore:
67
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tbd
Saint Heron

Saint Heron

by Various Artists
November 11, 2013
The compilation of 12 tracks from indie R&B artists including Jhene Aiko, Cassie, Kelela, Iman Omari, and Sampha were collected together by Solange, who also wrote two of the tracks.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Better Ghosts

Better Ghosts

by Mazes
November 11, 2013
The second release in 2013 for the British indie trio is a ten-track mini-album.
Metascore:
68
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Sail Out [EP]

Sail Out [EP]

by Jhené Aiko
November 11, 2013
The seven-track EP for the Los Angeles R&B singer features guest appearances from Ab-Soul, Childish Gambino, Kendrick Lamar, and Staples.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.5
Snow Globe

Snow Globe

by Erasure
November 11, 2013
The latest release for the synthpop duo is a holiday album featuring four originals and classic Christmas songs.
Metascore:
72
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tbd
Loved Me Back to Life

Loved Me Back to Life

by Céline Dion
November 5, 2013
The first English-language release in six years for the Canadian singer features guest appearances from Ne-Yo and Stevie Wonder.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.8
Magic Hour

Magic Hour

by Luscious Jackson
November 5, 2013
The alternative rock trio returns with its Pledgemusic fan-funded release produced by Beastie Boy Adam Horovitz.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Bryce Dessner: Aheym

Bryce Dessner: Aheym

by Kronos Quartet
November 5, 2013
The string quartet worked with National guitarist Bryce Dessner, who composed the four tracks.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Partycrasher

Partycrasher

by A Wilhelm Scream
November 5, 2013
The first release in six years for the Massachusetts punk band was produced by Trevor J. Reilly and Mike Supina.
Metascore:
86
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tbd
Moon Landing

Moon Landing

by James Blunt
November 5, 2013
The fourth full-length studio release for the British singer-songwriter includes production from Steve Mac, Tom Rothrock, Ryan Tedder, and Martin Terefe.
Metascore:
49
User Score:
7.6
Wish Hotel [EP]

Wish Hotel [EP]

by Ducktails
November 5, 2013
The five-track EP from Real Estate guitarist Matt Mondanile was self-recorded at his New Jersey home.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
8.7
Effra Parade

Effra Parade

by The Melodic
November 5, 2013
The debut full-length for the British folk-pop band was recorded at its home studio.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
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Antiphon

Antiphon

by Midlake
November 5, 2013
The fourth full-length release for the Texas rock band is its first without singer Tim Smith, who left in November 2012.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.1
A Christmas Album

A Christmas Album

by Bright Eyes
November 5, 2013
Originally released in 2002 as an exclusive, the album of Christmas standards featuring guest appearances from friends including Andy LeMaster, Jake Bellows, Orenda Fink, Jiha Lee, Mike Mogis, Steve Pedersen, and Blake Sennett, is reissued for wider distribution.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.3
The Second Album

The Second Album

by Latyrx
November 5, 2013
Features guest appearances from Busdriver, Gift of Gab, Decemberists' Chris Funk, and Living Colour singer Corey Glover, the second album for the rap collaboration between Lateef and Lyrics Born is its first in 16 years.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Free Your Mind

Free Your Mind

by Cut Copy
November 5, 2013
Inspired by the Summer of Loves (1967 in San Francisco and 1988-89 in the UK), the fourth full-length release for the Australian dance-rock quartet was mixed in New York by Dave Fridmann.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.0
Divided & United: Songs of the Civil War

Divided & United: Songs of the Civil War

by Various Artists
November 5, 2013
Randall Poster produced the two-disc set that includes artists such as Loretta Lynn, Vince Gill, Joe Henry, Del McCoury, Carolina Chocolate Drops, Old Crow Medicine Show, Dolly Parton, Pokey Lafarge, Shovels & Rope, Chris Thile, and Lee Ann Womack interpreting Civil War songs.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Caramel

Caramel

by Connan Mockasin
November 5, 2013
The second full-length release for the New Zealand singer includes influences from funk, jazz, and psychedelic pop.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.4
The Marshall Mathers LP 2

The Marshall Mathers LP 2

by Eminem
November 5, 2013
Executive produced by Dr. Dre & Rick Rubin, the eight studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from Skylar Grey, Kendrick Lamar, Rihanna, and Nate Ruess of fun.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.5
Matangi

Matangi

by M.I.A.
November 5, 2013
The fourth full-length studio release for the British singer/rapper features a guest appearance from The Weekend as well as production from Danja, Doc McKinney, Hit-Boy, Illangelo, The Partysquad, and Switch.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.5
The Coincidentalist

The Coincidentalist

by Howe Gelb
November 5, 2013
Bonnie "Prince" Billy, Sonic Youth's Steve Shelley, KT Tunstall, and M. Ward appear as guests on the latest Arizona-inspired solo release from the Giant Sand founder.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Surfing Strange

Surfing Strange

by Swearin'
November 5, 2013
This is the second full-length release for the alternative rock band that includes Allison Crutchfield (her twin sister's solo project is Waxahatchee), Kyle Gilbride, and Jeff Bolt.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.0
Avril Lavigne

Avril Lavigne

by Avril Lavigne
November 5, 2013
The fifth full-length studio release for the Canadian pop singer features songs co-written with her husband, Chad Kroeger of Nickelback.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.9
Tres Cabrones

Tres Cabrones

by Melvins
November 5, 2013
The latest release for the sludge metal band led by Buzz Osborne features the return of original drummer Mike Dillard, with Dale Crover taking over bass duties.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
James Arthur

James Arthur

by James Arthur
November 4, 2013
The debut studio release for the 2012 X Factor (UK) winner features guest appearances from Chasing Grace and Emeli Sandé.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
5.8
Jamaica Plain [EP]

Jamaica Plain [EP]

by Kurt Vile
November 4, 2013
The three-track EP collects songs recorded in 2002-03 by Kurt Vile and Robert Robinson (Sore Eros).
Metascore:
59
User Score:
tbd
EVE

EVE

by Booka Shade
November 4, 2013
This is the fifth studio release for the German electronic duo of Walter Merziger and Arno Kammermeier.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Demonstration

Demonstration

by Tinie Tempah
November 4, 2013
The second full-length studio release for the British rapper features guest appearances from such artists as 2 Chainz, Big Sean, Dizzee Rascal, Labrinth, Laura Mvula, and Emeli Sandé.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.1
MellowHigh

MellowHigh

by MellowHigh
October 31, 2013
The debut release from the collaboration between MellowHype (Hodgy Beats and Left Brain) and Domo Genesis was produced by Left Brain and features guest appearances from Remy Banks, Curren$y, Smoke DZA, Tyler, the Creator and Earl Sweatshirt.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.5
L-Event [EP]

L-Event [EP]

by Autechre
October 29, 2013
The four-track EP for the British electronic duo is Rob Brown and Sean Booth's second release for 2013.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.6
Rap Album One

Rap Album One

by Jonwayne
October 29, 2013
The third full-length studio release for Southern California rapper/producer features a guest appearance by Scoop DeVille.
Metascore:
74
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tbd
Solar Motel

Solar Motel

by Chris Forsyth
October 29, 2013
The latest release for the Philadelphia guitarist is a four-part suite.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
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World Psychedelic Classics, Vol. 5: Who Is William Onyeabor?

World Psychedelic Classics, Vol. 5: Who Is William Onyeabor?

by William Onyeabor
October 29, 2013
The collection of songs from Nigerian funk singer who renounced his career after becoming a born-again Christian in the 1980s is part of Luaka Bop's World Psychedelic Classics series.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
My Friend Fish

My Friend Fish

by Diane Coffee
October 29, 2013
The debut solo release for Foxygen drummer Shaun Fleming was recorded in two weeks while he was at home recovering from the flu.
Metascore:
74
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tbd
Watching Dead Empires in Decay

Watching Dead Empires in Decay

by The Stranger
October 29, 2013
This is the first release for British ambient electronic musician Leyland Kirby as The Stranger in five years.
Metascore:
77
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tbd
Volition

Volition

by Protest the Hero
October 29, 2013
The fourth studio release for the Canadian metal band was produced by Cameron McLellan.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.8
Open

Open

by The Necks
October 29, 2013
The 17th release for the Australian improvised jazz trio is an over hour piece.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Wed 21

Wed 21

by Juana Molina
October 29, 2013
The first release in five years for the Argentinean singer-songwriter was written, recorded and produced by herself.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.3
No Blues

No Blues

by Los Campesinos!
October 29, 2013
The fifth full-length studio release for the Welsh indie pop band was produced by John Goodmanson.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.6
Julia with Blue Jeans On

Julia with Blue Jeans On

by Moonface
October 29, 2013
The fourth full-length release for Spencer Krug as Moonface is simplified with only piano and vocals.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.2
Corsicana Lemonade

Corsicana Lemonade

by White Denim
October 29, 2013
Produced by Jim Vollentine, The sixth full-length studio release for the Austin band includes two tracks produced by Wilco's Jeff Tweedy.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.0
Memorial

Memorial

by Russian Circles
October 29, 2013
The fifth full-length release for the Chicago post-rock trio features a guest appearance from Chelsea Wolfe.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.4
Night Time, My Time

Night Time, My Time

by Sky Ferreira
October 29, 2013
The debut full-length release for the indie pop singer-songwriter was produced by Ariel Rechtshaid and Justin Raisen.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.5
Lily & Madeleine

Lily & Madeleine

by Lily & Madeleine
October 29, 2013
The debut full-length release for the Indianapolis sisters Lily and Madeleine Jurkiewicz was produced by Paul Mahern.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.8
Get There

Get There

by Minor Alps
October 29, 2013
The debut release for the collaboration between Juliana Hatfield and Nada Surf's Matthew Caws was produced with Tom Beaujour.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Black Radio 2

Black Radio 2

by Robert Glasper Experiment
October 29, 2013
The follow-up to the jazz musician's Grammy-winning R&B release includes contributions from such artist as Marsha Ambrosius, Brandy, Common, Dwele, Faith Evans, Anthony Hamilton, Lalah Hathaway, Norah Jones, Jill Scott, Snoop Dogg, Fall Out Boy's Patrick Stump, and Malcolm Jamal Warner.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
6.8
I'm a Stranger Here

I'm a Stranger Here

by The Devil Makes Three
October 29, 2013
The fourth full-length studio release for the alt-country/folk punk trio was produced by Buddy Miller.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
6.5
Blue Record [EP]

Blue Record [EP]

by Unknown Mortal Orchestra
October 29, 2013
The five-track EP for the band led by Ruban Nielson is an acoustic release with three songs from its second full-length album and two cover songs: Dirty Projectors' "Swing Lo Magellan" and Beck's "Puttin' It Down."
Metascore:
60
User Score:
7.6
Lanterns

Lanterns

by Son Lux
October 29, 2013
The third full-length studio release for producer Ryan Lott as Son Lux includes contributions from Gem Club's Ieva Berberian Mutemath's Darren King, Lily & Madeleine, The Antlers' Peter Silberman, DM Stith, The Punch Brothers' Chris Thile, and yMusic.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.9
Repent Replenish Repeat

Repent Replenish Repeat

by dan le sac Vs Scroobius Pip
October 29, 2013
The third full-length collaboration for the British electro-hip-hop duo features guest appearances from Flux Pavilion and Itch.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.6
Uzu

Uzu

by Yamantaka // Sonic Titan
October 29, 2013
The second full-length release for the Canadian experimental/art rock five-piece was produced by the band's drummer, Alaska B.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Bikini Daze [EP]

Bikini Daze [EP]

by MØ
October 29, 2013
This is the debut four-track EP for Danish artist Karen Marie Ørsted.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.7
The Swamps [EP]

The Swamps [EP]

by Widowspeak
October 29, 2013
The six-track EP for the Brooklyn-based indie rock band was produced by Kevin McMahon.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Christmas Songs

Christmas Songs

by Bad Religion
October 29, 2013
The Los Angeles punk band led by Greg Graffin releases a nine-track Christmas album.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
7.5
Serpents Unleashed

Serpents Unleashed

by Skeletonwitch
October 29, 2013
The fifth full-length release for the Ohio trash metal band was produced by Kurt Ballou.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
She's Gone

She's Gone

by Upset
October 29, 2013
The debut release for the indie pop group that includes Ali Koehler, formerly of Vivian Girls and Best Coast; Jenn Price of La Sera; and Hole's Patty Schemel, was produced by Kyle Gilbride of Swearin'.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Syndrome Syndrome

Syndrome Syndrome

by Gardland
October 29, 2013
The debut full-length release for the Australian techno duo of Alex Murray and Mark Smith was recorded over 10 days.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Wrapped in Red

Wrapped in Red

by Kelly Clarkson
October 29, 2013
Ronnie Dunn, Reba McEntire and Trisha Yearwood guest on the American Idol winner's first Christmas album that includes five original songs she co-wrote.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
5.8
Process

Process

by Yvette
October 29, 2013
This is the full-length debut release for the Brooklyn industrial rock duo of Rick Daniel and Noah Kardos-Fein.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Wild Light

Wild Light

by 65daysofstatic
October 29, 2013
This is the sixth studio release for the instrumental British post-rock band.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
7.8
Reflektor

Reflektor

by Arcade Fire
October 29, 2013
The double album from the Canadian indie rock band was produced with James Murphy and Markus Dravs.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.7
Peace on Venus

Peace on Venus

by Bardo Pond
October 29, 2013
The ninth studio release for the Philadelphia psychedelic rock band led by Michael and John Gibbons is five tracks long.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Disconnected in New York City [Live]

Disconnected in New York City [Live]

by Los Lobos
October 29, 2013
The latest live release from the Los Angeles band is from an acoustic set at New York City's City Winery on December 23, 2012.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Recharged

Recharged

by Linkin Park
October 28, 2013
The second remix album for the nu-metal band's 2012 release Living Things includes guest appearances from Bun B, Pusha T, Ryu, and Cody B Ware.
Metascore:
49
User Score:
5.7
Chance of Rain

Chance of Rain

by Laurel Halo
October 28, 2013
The second full-length release for the Brooklyn artist is a techno-inspired instrumental album.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.0
A Sun Full and Drowning

A Sun Full and Drowning

by Grass House
October 28, 2013
The debut full-length release for the British indie folk band was produced by Jim Anderson.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Prism

Prism

by Katy Perry
October 22, 2013
The fourth studio release for the pop singer includes production from Dr. Luke, Greg Kurstin, Max Martin, StarGate, and Greg Wells.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
7.2
Fade Away [EP]

Fade Away [EP]

by Best Coast
October 22, 2013
The seven-track EP for the indie rock duo of Bethany Cosentino and Bobb Bruno was produced by Wally Gagel.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.5
Outside

Outside

by CFCF
October 22, 2013
The second full-length release for Montreal electronic producer Michael Silver was inspired from his travels.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Aftershock

Aftershock

by Motörhead
October 22, 2013
The 21st studio release for the British metal band led by Lemmy Kilmister was produced by Cameron Webb.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.8
Love to Love You Donna

Love to Love You Donna

by Donna Summer
October 22, 2013
Donna Summer's husband, Bruce Sudano, served as executive producer on this remix release featuring such artists as Chris Cox, Duke Dumont, Holy Ghost!, Hot Chip, Frankie Knuckles, Laidback Luke, Masters at Work, and Giorgio Moroder.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
tbd
Rapor [EP]

Rapor [EP]

by Active Child
October 22, 2013
The six-track EP for singer-songwriter Pat Grossi features guest appearances from Mikky Ekko and Ellie Goulding.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.9
Stars Are Our Home

Stars Are Our Home

by Black Hearted Brother
October 22, 2013
This is the debut release for the collaboration between Neil Halstead of Slowdive and Mojave 3, Nick Holton of Holton's Opulent Oog, and Mark Van Hoen of Seefeel.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Burials

Burials

by AFI
October 22, 2013
The ninth studio release for the alternative rock band led by Davey Havok was produced by Gil Norton.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.6
12 Stories

12 Stories

by Brandy Clark
October 22, 2013
The debut full-length release for the country singer-songwriter who wrote hit songs for the Band Perry, Miranda Lambert, Kacey Musgraves, and LeAnn Rimes, was produced by Dave Brainard.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.1
Suffering from Success

Suffering from Success

by DJ Khaled
October 22, 2013
The seventh studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from such artists as 2 Chainz, Ace Hood, Akon, Big Sean, Chris Brown, J. Cole, Drake, French Montana, Future, Lil Wayne, Mavado, Meek Mill, Nicki Minaj, Rick Ross, T.I., and Wale.
Metascore:
56
User Score:
4.8
Double Cup

Double Cup

by DJ Rashad
October 22, 2013
The debut full-length release on the Hyperdub label for the footwork producer features appearances from DJ Earl, DJ Phil, DJ Spinn, Addison Groove, Manny, and Taso.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.6
Guilt Trips

Guilt Trips

by Ryan Hemsworth
October 22, 2013
The debut full-length studio release for the Canadian producer features guest appearances from Sinead Harnett, Kitty (formerly known as Kitty Pryde), Lofty305, Haleek Maul, and Tinashé.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.5
Moondance [Deluxe Edition]

Moondance [Deluxe Edition]

by Van Morrison
October 22, 2013
The remastered deluxe edition of Van Morrison's 1970 album includes 50 outtakes and an unreleased song, "I Shall Sing."
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.4
Arrows

Arrows

by Polly Scattergood
October 22, 2013
The second full-length release for the British indie-pop singer was written in Berlin, England (London & Norfolk), and France.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
American Radical Patriot [Box Set]

American Radical Patriot [Box Set]

by Woody Guthrie
October 22, 2013
The seven-disc set collects the folk singer's sessions recorded by Alan Lomax for the Library of Congress plus songs he wrote for the Bonneville Power Administration, the Office of War Information, and VD education.
Metascore:
96
User Score:
5.9
Milk Money

Milk Money

by Dosh
October 22, 2013
The latest release for the Minneapolis multi-instrumentalist Martin Dosh includes a 24-minute song originally written for Wilco drummer Glenn Kotche.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Wenu Wenu

Wenu Wenu

by Omar Souleyman
October 22, 2013
Produced by Four Tet's Kieran Hebden, the official debut studio release for the Syrian dabke singer was recorded in Brooklyn with keyboardist Rizan Sa'id.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.5
Shulamith

Shulamith

by Poliça
October 22, 2013
The second release for the Minneapolis indie band led by Channy Leaneagh includes a duet with Justin Vernon.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.5
Vapor City

Vapor City

by Machinedrum
October 22, 2013
This is the first release on Ninja Tune for Berlin-based electronic artist Travis Stewart.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.4
Soul Music

Soul Music

by Special Request
October 21, 2013
British electronic producer Paul Woolford's debut full-length release as Special Request includes a remix of Lana Del Rey's Ride.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.4
Situation Comedy

Situation Comedy

by Euros Childs
October 21, 2013
This is the ninth solo release for the former Gorky’s Zygotic Mynci singer.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
How to Stop Your Brain in an Accident

How to Stop Your Brain in an Accident

by Future of the Left
October 21, 2013
The fourth studio release for the Welsh alternative rock band was funded by fan donations through PledgeMusic.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.3
City Forgiveness

City Forgiveness

by The Wave Pictures
October 21, 2013
The double album release for the British rock band was inspired by and written while they toured the US in 2012.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Remember Your Black Day

Remember Your Black Day

by Vatican Shadow
October 21, 2013
The debut full-length release for the solo project for Prurient's Domenic Fernrow was produced with Juan Mendez.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Brain Holiday

Brain Holiday

by Dead Gaze
October 21, 2013
This is the debut full-length studio release for the Mississippi rock band led by Cole Furlow.
Metascore:
55
User Score:
tbd
Christs, Redeemers

Christs, Redeemers

by The Body
October 15, 2013
The experimental metal duo of Lee Buford and Chip King includes contributions from the Assembly of Light Choir and Ryan Seaton of Callers.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Fanfare

Fanfare

by Jonathan Wilson
October 15, 2013
The second full-length release for the singer-songwriter features guest appearances from such artists as Jackson Browne, Mike Campbell, David Crosby, Taylor Goldsmith of Dawes, Graham Nash, Patrick Sansone of Wilco, Benmont Tench, and Josh Tillman.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.1
Threace

Threace

by Cave
October 15, 2013
The five-track third full-length release for the Chicago-based psychedelic rock band includes a nearly 12-minute song.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
A Mary Christmas

A Mary Christmas

by Mary J. Blige
October 15, 2013
The R&B singer worked with David Foster on her first Christmas album featuring guest appearances by Marc Anthony, Chris Botti, The Clark Sisters, Jessie J, and Barbra Streisand.
Metascore:
49
User Score:
7.7
Lizzobangers

Lizzobangers

by Lizzo
October 15, 2013
The debut full-length studio release for the Minneapolis rapper was produced by collaborator Lazerbeak.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
7.7
Last Patrol

Last Patrol

by Monster Magnet
October 15, 2013
The ninth studio full-length release for the New Jersey stoner rock band was produced by band members ave Wyndorf & Phil Caivano.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Emancipated Hearts

Emancipated Hearts

by Dean Wareham
October 15, 2013
The debut solo release for the Galaxie 500 and Luna frontman was produced by Jason Quever of Papercuts.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
It's Alive

It's Alive

by La Luz
October 15, 2013
This is the debut full-length release for the Seattle indie pop band.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
The Regal Years 1997-2004 [Box Set]

The Regal Years 1997-2004 [Box Set]

by The Beta Band
October 15, 2013
The six-disc box set collects the Scottish group's three LPs, as well as EPs, live tracks, and unreleased demos.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
tbd