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There Used to Be a Place for Us

There Used to Be a Place for Us

by Save Your Breath
October 7, 2013
This is the second full-length release for the Welsh punk-pop band.
Metascore:
75
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tbd
Crimson/Red

Crimson/Red

by Prefab Sprout
October 7, 2013
This is the first new release of recently recorded songs in over 10 years for the British singer-songwriter Paddy McAloon.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.1
B-Room

B-Room

by Dr. Dog
October 1, 2013
The Philadelphia psychedelic rock band named its seventh full-length release after its new recording studio where they recorded the album with producer Nathan Sabatino.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.6
Mole City

Mole City

by Quasi
October 1, 2013
With the the departure of bassist Joanna Bolme, the Portland, Oregon-based indie rock band returns with remaining duo, Sam Coomes and Janet Weiss, for its ninth full-length release.
Metascore:
74
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tbd
Fetch

Fetch

by Melt Banana
October 1, 2013
This is the first studio release for the Japanese noise rock duo of Yako and Agata since 2007's Bambi's Dilemma.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.7
Internal Sounds

Internal Sounds

by The Sadies
October 1, 2013
The latest release from the Canadian alt-country band was produced by Dallas Good and features a guest appearance by Buffy Sainte-Marie.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
6.8
Fuzz

Fuzz

by Fuzz
October 1, 2013
Ty Segall is on drums for the debut full-length release with this side project with Charlie Moothart and Roland Cosio.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.6
Siberia

Siberia

by Polvo
October 1, 2013
The second release for the North Carolina indie rock band since they reunited in 2007 is its sixth full-length album.
Metascore:
81
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tbd
Cupid's Head

Cupid's Head

by The Field
October 1, 2013
The fourth full-length studio release for Axel Willner as The Field was created without computers.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.8
The  Blow

The Blow

by The Blow
October 1, 2013
This is the first release in seven years for the indie pop duo of Melissa Dyne and Khaela Maricich.
Metascore:
74
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tbd
Cut 4 Me [Mixtape]

Cut 4 Me [Mixtape]

by Kelela
October 1, 2013
The mixtape is the debut release for the Los Angeles-based singer includes production from Bok Bok, Girl Unit, Nguzunguzu, Jam City, Morri$, and Na.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.4
Blur the Line

Blur the Line

by Those Darlins
October 1, 2013
Produced by Roger Moutenot, the third full-length release for the Tennessee rock band is its first without original guitarist Kelley Anderson.
Metascore:
68
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Sister

Sister

by In Solitude
October 1, 2013
The third full-length release for the Swedish metal band was produced by Martin Konie Ehrencrona.
Metascore:
78
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You Gots 2 Chill

You Gots 2 Chill

by Brendan Canning
October 1, 2013
The second solo release for Broken Social Scene's co-founder Brendan Canning was produced by Sarah Haywood and Steve Singh.
Metascore:
68
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tbd
Brothers of the 4X4

Brothers of the 4X4

by Hank3
October 1, 2013
Hank Williams III's latest country release was self-produced and features guest appearances from Billy Contreras, Andy Gibson, Daniel Mason, David McElfish, Zach Shedd, and Leroy Troy.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Hunters

Hunters

by Hunters
October 1, 2013
The debut release for the indie rock band led by Izzy Almeida and Derek Watson was produced by James Iha.
Metascore:
60
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tbd
We Were Here

We Were Here

by Turin Brakes
October 1, 2013
The sixth studio release for the British duo of Olly Knights and Gale Paridjanian was produced with Ali Staton.
Metascore:
79
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Glacier

Glacier

by Teen Daze
October 1, 2013
This is the third full-length release for the Canadian-based electronic producer.
Metascore:
72
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tbd
Places of Worship

Places of Worship

by Arve Henriksen
October 1, 2013
The latest release for the Norwegian trumpeter and composer was produced with Jan Bang and Erik Honoré.
Metascore:
91
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Chatma

Chatma

by Tamikrest
October 1, 2013
The third release for the Malian Tuareg group features former Tinariwen's singer Wonou Walet Sidati.
Metascore:
83
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tbd
Country Mile

Country Mile

by Johnny Flynn
September 30, 2013
After a two-year acting stint at The Globe and in the West End, the British singer/actor returns with a self-produced album of Americana.
Metascore:
66
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tbd
The Ghost of the Mountain

The Ghost of the Mountain

by Tired Pony
September 30, 2013
This is the second full-length release for the indie folk band that includes Iain Archer, Peter Buck, Richard Colburn, Jacknife Lee, Gary Lightbody, Scott McCaughey, and Troy Stewart.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.1
Glow & Behold

Glow & Behold

by Yuck
September 30, 2013
The British indie rock band returns as a trio for its second studio release after lead singer Daniel Blumberg left the band to pursue his own music.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
6.2
Aventine

Aventine

by Agnes Obel
September 30, 2013
The second full-length release for the Danish singer-songwriter was recorded in Berlin and self-produced.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.7
Pure Heroine

Pure Heroine

by Lorde
September 30, 2013
The debut full-length release for the 16-year-old New Zealand pop singer-songwriter was produced by Joel Little.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.9
Event II

Event II

by Deltron 3030
September 30, 2013
Dan the Automator, The Funky Homosapien, and Kid Koala return 13 years later with the follow-up to the sci-fi concept album about Deltron Zero and his fight against corporations. Guest appearances include: Damon Albarn, Black Rob, Zack De La Rocha, David Cross, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, The Lonely Island, Mike Patton, and Amber Tamblyn.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.4
Quarters

Quarters

by Seams
September 30, 2013
The debut full-length studio release for British electronic producer James Welch was recorded in four different locations in Berlin.
Metascore:
65
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tbd
The Fifth

The Fifth

by Dizzee Rascal
September 30, 2013
The fifth full-length release for the British grime rapper features guest appearances from Bun B, Jessie J, Sean Kingston, Tinie Tempah, will.i.am, and Robbie Williams.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
2.5
Sunlight on the Moon

Sunlight on the Moon

by Elf Power
September 30, 2013
The latest release for the Athens, Georgia psych-rock group led by Andrew Rieger and Laura Carter includes songs recorded as they were written.
Metascore:
72
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tbd
Jubilee

Jubilee

by The Deep Dark Woods
September 30, 2013
The fifth full-length release for the Canadian alt-country group was produced by Jonathan Wilson.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
6.5
VII

VII

by Blitzen Trapper
September 30, 2013
The seventh full-length release for the Portland, Oregon-based experimental folk band is its first on the Vagrant label.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
7.8
Savages

Savages

by Soulfly
September 30, 2013
The ninth studio release for the metal band led by Max Cavalera is the first with his son Zyon on drums and includes guest appearances from Clutch's Neil Fallon, I Declare War's Jamie Hanks, and Napalm Death's Mitch Harris.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.5
Peace

Peace

by Kids in Glass Houses
September 30, 2013
This is the fourth studio release for the Welsh quintet.
Metascore:
64
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tbd
The  Island Years [Box Set]

The Island Years [Box Set]

by John Martyn
September 30, 2013
The 18-disc box set includes all the studio albums on the Island label from 1967-1987, plus live recordings, alternative takes, and a DVD with video performances from the British folk singer-songwriter.
Metascore:
91
User Score:
7.8
Trust

Trust

by Gambles
September 30, 2013
The lost of his child and the end of a relationship are some of the events that inform Matthew Daniel Siskin's debut release as Gambles.
Metascore:
74
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tbd
I'll Find a Way

I'll Find a Way

by The Blind Boys of Alabama
September 30, 2013
Produced by Justin Vernon, the latest release for the gospel group features guest appearances from Sam Amidon, Phil Cook of Megafaun, Merrill Garbus of tUnE-yArDs, Patty Griffin, and Shara Worden of My Brightest Diamond.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Tall Tall Shadow

Tall Tall Shadow

by Basia Bulat
September 30, 2013
The third full-length release for the Canadian singer-songwriter was co-produced with Arcade Fire's Tim Kingsbury and Mark Lawson.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Folly

Folly

by Kitchens of Distinction
September 30, 2013
The first release in nearly twenty years for the British trio of Patrick Fitzgerald, Julian Swales, and Dan Goodwin was mixed by Pascal Gabriel.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Days Are Gone

Days Are Gone

by HAIM
September 30, 2013
The debut full-length release for the Los Angles indie pop trio of sisters was produced by Ariel Rechtshaid and James Ford.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.7
Sonic Bloom

Sonic Bloom

by Night Beats
September 30, 2013
The second full-length release for the Seattle-based rock band was recorded in a warehouse.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
R Plus Seven

R Plus Seven

by Oneohtrix Point Never
September 30, 2013
The fifth release for experimental electronic artist Daniel Lopatin is his first disc with Wrap Records as Oneohtrix Point Never.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.5
Innocents

Innocents

by Moby
September 30, 2013
The 11th studio release for the electronic artists features guest appearances from Inyang Bassey, Cold Specks, Wayne Coyne, Skylar Grey, Damien Jurado, and Mark Lanegan.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
7.6
Girls Like Us

Girls Like Us

by PINS
September 30, 2013
The debut full-length release for the Manchester indie pop quartet was self-produced.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Between Dog and Wolf

Between Dog and Wolf

by New Model Army
September 30, 2013
The first studio release for the alternative rock band led by Justin Sullivan in four years was self-produced.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
The 20/20 Experience 2 of 2

The 20/20 Experience 2 of 2

by Justin Timberlake
September 30, 2013
Drake and Jay-Z appear as guests on the second half of The 20/20 Experience project co-produced with Timothy Mosley and Jerome "J-Roc" Harmon.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
8.2
Breaks & Bone

Breaks & Bone

by R M Hubbert
September 30, 2013
The latest release for the Scottish flamenco-influenced guitarist was produced by Paul Savage.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
A  History of Every One

A History of Every One

by Bill Orcutt
September 30, 2013
The latest solo acoustic release includes covers of classic, traditional tunes as well as a Disney song.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
tbd
Blue Rider

Blue Rider

by Zachary Cale
September 24, 2013
This fourth full-length release for the Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter from Louisiana.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
The Bones of What You Believe

The Bones of What You Believe

by Chvrches
September 24, 2013
This is the debut full-length studio release for the Scottish synth-pop trio.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.7
The Diving Board

The Diving Board

by Elton John
September 24, 2013
Produced by T-Bone Burnett, the first solo album in over seven years for the pop singer-songwriter is a return to the more stripped down sound of his earlier career built around a piano, bass and drums.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.4
Love in Flying Colors

Love in Flying Colors

by The Foreign Exchange
September 24, 2013
The fourth full-length release for the alternative R&B/hip-hop duo of Nicolay and Phonte features guest appearances from such artists as Gwen Bunn, +FE Music, Jeanne Jolly, Carmen Rodgers, and Sy Smith.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.8
Intersections

Intersections

by Into It. Over It.
September 24, 2013
The fourth full-length release for the Evan Weiss project was produced by Brian Deck.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
The Bluegrass Album

The Bluegrass Album

by Alan Jackson
September 24, 2013
The first bluegrass album for the country singer was produced by Keith Stegall and Adam Wright.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.8
Feel Good

Feel Good

by The Internet
September 24, 2013
The second full-length release for the neo-soul band led by Syd tha Kyd and Matt Martians includes production from the Neptunes and Incubus' Mike Eizinger.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.8
Mechanical Bull

Mechanical Bull

by Kings of Leon
September 24, 2013
After a three year hiatus, the rock band formed by four brothers return with its sixth full-length studio release produced by Angelo Petraglia.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.8
Seasons of Your Day

Seasons of Your Day

by Mazzy Star
September 24, 2013
The fourth full-length studio release for the California alternative rock band includes appearances from all the original band members.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.3
This Is...

This Is...

by Icona Pop
September 24, 2013
The second full-length release for the Swedish duo of Caroline Hjelt and Aino Jawo features guest appearance from Charli XCX as well as production from Stargate.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.5
Nothing Was the Same

Nothing Was the Same

by Drake
September 24, 2013
The third full-length studio release for the Canadian artist features guest appearances from 2 Chainz, Big Sean, Jay-Z, and Majid Jordan.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.7
Is Survived By

Is Survived By

by Touché Amoré
September 24, 2013
The third full-length release for the five-piece hardcore band led by Jeremy Bolm was produced by Brad Wood.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.3
Shout!

Shout!

by Gov't Mule
September 24, 2013
The first release on the Blue Note label for the jam band is a double album with the second disc of the same songs as the first disc with guest singers including Elvis Costello, Dr. John, Toots Hibbert, Glenn Hughes, Ben Harper, Jim James, Myles Kennedy, Dave Matthews, Grace Potter, Ty Taylor, and Steve Winwood.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Lost

Lost

by Trentemøller
September 24, 2013
Low, The Drums' Jonny Pierce, and The Raveonettes' Sune Rose Wagner appear as guests on the third full-length release for the Danish producer.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.8
Take Me to the Land of Hell

Take Me to the Land of Hell

by Yoko Ono Plastic Ono Band
September 24, 2013
The latest release for the widow of John Lennon/Japanese avant garde artist was produced with Sean Lennon and Yuka Honda. The album includes guest appearances from Nels Cline, Lenny Kravitz, Questlove, and Andrew Wyatt.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.7
Build Me Up from Bones

Build Me Up from Bones

by Sarah Jarosz
September 24, 2013
Viktor Krauss, Aiofe O'Donovan, Darrell Scott, and Chris Thile appear as guests on the third full-length release for the singer-songwriter.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.3
Double Exposure

Double Exposure

by Kelley Stoltz
September 24, 2013
The seventh full-length solo release for the San Francisco-based singer-songwriter is his first on Third Man Records.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Closer to the Truth

Closer to the Truth

by Cher
September 24, 2013
The first full-length studio release for the pop singer/actress in over 12 years includes production from Machopsycho, Billy Mann, Paul Oakenfold, Tim Powell, Mark Taylor, and TMS.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
7.7
Move in Spectrums

Move in Spectrums

by Au Revoir Simone
September 24, 2013
The first release in four years for the Brooklyn synth-pop trio was produced by the Violens' Jorge Elbrecht.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.6
The  Last Ship

The Last Ship

by Sting
September 24, 2013
The latest release for the multiple Grammy-winning singer-songwriter was inspired by his 2014 Broadway play of the same name about a British shipyard.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
8.0
Negativity

Negativity

by Deer Tick
September 24, 2013
The fifth full-length studio release for the indie rock band led by John McCauley was produced by Steve Berlin of Los Lobos.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Herein Wild

Herein Wild

by Frankie Rose
September 24, 2013
The third full-length release for the garage rock singer was co-produced with Michael Cheever.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.2
Blood & Chemistry

Blood & Chemistry

by Arcane Roots
September 24, 2013
The full-length debut for the British alternative rock band was produced by Dan Austin.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.7
Wishbone

Wishbone

by Oh Land
September 24, 2013
The third release for the Danish pop singer Nanna Øland Fabricius was produced by Dave Sitek.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.6
In Utero [20th Anniversary Edition]

In Utero [20th Anniversary Edition]

by Nirvana
September 24, 2013
The Steve Albini-remastered release of Nirvana's 1993 release includes discs of b-sides, remixes, demos, rare tracks and a DVD of live and music videos.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
9.0
Colonial Patterns

Colonial Patterns

by Huerco S.
September 24, 2013
The Kansas City electronic producer Brian Leeds releases his debut full-length release as Huerco S.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Tattoos

Tattoos

by Jason Derulo
September 24, 2013
The third studio release for the R&B singer features guest appearances from 2 Chainz, Pitbull, Jordin Sparks, and The Game. The US release was a five-track EP.
Metascore:
49
User Score:
3.0
Invisible in Your City

Invisible in Your City

by Gang Colours
September 24, 2013
This is the second release for Will Ozanne as Gang Colours.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Everyday I Get Closer to the Light from Which I Came

Everyday I Get Closer to the Light from Which I Came

by Jesu
September 23, 2013
The fourth full-length studio release for the British post-rock project led by Justin Broadrick features a 17-minute track.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Restless Idylls

Restless Idylls

by Tropic of Cancer
September 23, 2013
The debut full-length release for the Camella Lobo solo project was produced by Karl O'Connor.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Fire Within

Fire Within

by Birdy
September 23, 2013
The second release for British singer-songwriter Jasmine van der Bogaerde is her first with original material.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
8.7
Man and Myth

Man and Myth

by Roy Harper
September 23, 2013
The first new studio release in over 13 years for the British folk singer-songwriter includes a guest appearance by Pete Townsend on guitar.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Alive

Alive

by Jessie J
September 23, 2013
The second studio release for the British singer features guest appearances from Becky G, Brandy, and Dizzee Rascal.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
6.6
Circles Super Bon Bon Sleepless How Many Cans? True Dreams of Wichita Monster Man Mr. Bitterness Maybe I’ll Come Down St. Louise Is Listening I Miss t

Circles Super Bon Bon Sleepless How Many Cans? True Dreams of Wichita Monster Man Mr. Bitterness Maybe I’ll Come Down St. Louise Is Listening I Miss t

by Mike Doughty
September 17, 2013
Produced by Good Goose, the singer-songwriter performs songs from his former band Soul Coughing.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
tbd
MGMT

MGMT

by MGMT
September 17, 2013
The third full-length studio release for the psychedelic rock band was produced with Dave Fridmann
Metascore:
62
User Score:
6.7
Dream River

Dream River

by Bill Callahan
September 17, 2013
The singer-songwriter's fourth studio release under his real name [he previously recorded under the name Smog] was recorded in Austin Texas.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.2
Wise Up Ghost and Other Songs

Wise Up Ghost and Other Songs

by Elvis Costello & the Roots
September 17, 2013
Originally begun as an album of reworked Costello songs, the debut collaboration between Elvis Costello and the Roots is instead a largely original release produced by Steven Mandel.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.5
Imitations

Imitations

by Mark Lanegan
September 17, 2013
The latest solo album fpr the alternative rock singer-songwriter features covers of songs sung by such artists as Nick Cave, Bobby Darin, Hall & Oates, Frank Sinatra, Nancy Sinatra, and Andy Williams.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.0
Engravings

Engravings

by Forest Swords
September 17, 2013
This is the debut full-length release for the British electronic producer Matthew Barnes.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.9
Defend Yourself

Defend Yourself

by Sebadoh
September 17, 2013
The indie rock trio led by Dinosaur Jr. bassist Lou Barlow releases its first album in 14 years.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
In Rolling Waves

In Rolling Waves

by The Naked and Famous
September 17, 2013
The second full-length release for the New Zealand alternative rock five-piece was produced with Justin Meldal-Johnsen and mixed by Alan Moulder.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.2
Spreading Rumours

Spreading Rumours

by Grouplove
September 17, 2013
The second full-length release for the Los Angeles rock quintet was produced by the band's drummer, Ryan Rabin.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
7.8
Imperium

Imperium

by Blouse
September 17, 2013
Produced by band member Jacob Portrait, the second full-length release sees the Portland indie trio moving away from drum machines and synths to a more guitar-oriented sound.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Dream Cave

Dream Cave

by Cloud Control
September 17, 2013
The London-based, Australian alternative rock quartet recorded parts of its second full-length release around the countryside and caves in the UK.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.3
Nature Noir

Nature Noir

by Crystal Stilts
September 17, 2013
This is the third full-length release for the Brooklyn psychedelic pop band.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Live at the Academy of Music 1971

Live at the Academy of Music 1971

by The Band
September 17, 2013
The four-disc set expands on the roots rock band 1972's Rock Of Ages live release with additional tracks and an unedited soundboard mix from the four night residency at New York City's Academy of Music.
Metascore:
92
User Score:
7.1
Ski Mask

Ski Mask

by Islands
September 17, 2013
This is the fifth release for the indie rock band led by Nick Thorburn.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.0
Feelin' Good

Feelin' Good

by Nightmares on Wax
September 17, 2013
The latest release for British DJ George Evelyn includes influences from funk, hip hop, jazz, reggae, and soul music.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
From Here to Now to You

From Here to Now to You

by Jack Johnson
September 17, 2013
The sixth studio release for the acoustic surf rock singer-songwriter was produced with Mario Caldato Jr.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.4
True

True

by Avicii
September 17, 2013
The debut studio release for the Swedish EDM DJ/producer Tim Bergling as Avicii includes guest appearances from such artists as Aloe Blacc, Mike Einziger of Incubus, Adam Lambert, Audra Mae, Nile Rodgers, and Dan Tyminski of Union Station.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.8
Fly by Wire

Fly by Wire

by Someone Still Loves You Boris Yeltsin
September 17, 2013
The latest release for the indie pop band was recorded at the same location as its debut release: the attic of guitarist Will Knauer's parent's house.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.7
Ooey Gooey Chewy Ka-Blooey!

Ooey Gooey Chewy Ka-Blooey!

by The Dirtbombs
September 17, 2013
The latest release from the Detroit garage rock band led by Mick Collins was inspired by 1970s Bubblegum pop music created by Jerry Kasenetz and Jeff Katz.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Dead Language

Dead Language

by The Flatliners
September 17, 2013
The fourth studio release for the Canadian punk band was recorded live and produced by Steve Rizun.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd