Music

Filter:

San Fermin

San Fermin

by San Fermin
September 17, 2013
The debut full-length release from Ellis Ludwig-Leone includes vocals from Holly Laessig, Allen Tate, and Jess Wolfe.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.3
Mediation of Ecstatic Energy

Mediation of Ecstatic Energy

by Dustin Wong
September 17, 2013
The latest release for the experimental guitarist is the final instrumental album in a trilogy that included 2010's Infinite Love and 2013's Dreams Say, View, Create, Shadow Leads.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Maybach Music Group Presents: Self Made, Vol. 3

Maybach Music Group Presents: Self Made, Vol. 3

by Various Artists
September 17, 2013
The third volume of Rick Ross' Maybach Music Presents series Self Made features such artists as Birdman, J. Cole, Gunplay, Lupe Fiasco, Meek Mill, Omarion, Rockie Fresh, Stalley, and Wale.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
4.5
Pull My Hair Back

Pull My Hair Back

by Jessy Lanza
September 17, 2013
Co-produced by Jeremy Greenspan, the debut full-length release for Canadian music teacher-turned R&B singer includes influences from funk, jazz, and synth pop.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.3
Saves the Day

Saves the Day

by Saves the Day
September 17, 2013
This is the eighth full-length studio release for the pop punk band led by Chris Conley.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.2
A.M.

A.M.

by Chris Young
September 17, 2013
The fourth full-length release for the country singer was produced by James Stroud.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
At Home

At Home

by Keep Shelly in Athens
September 17, 2013
After two EPs, the dream pop of Sarah P and producer RΠЯ releases its debut full-length release.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
tbd
Drown Out

Drown Out

by Daedelus
September 17, 2013
The Los Angeles electronica producer/artist's first release on the Anticon label was created while he was dealing with the death of his grandmother, his friend Austin Peralta, and the illness of a family member.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Hell Bent

Hell Bent

by Potty Mouth
September 17, 2013
This is the debut full-length release for the all-girl Massachusetts punk rock band.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Heritage

Heritage

by College
September 17, 2013
This is the third release for the electronic pop project of David Grellier (better known for his work on the Drive film soundtrack).
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Smilewound

Smilewound

by Múm
September 17, 2013
The sixth full-length studio release for the experimental Icelandic band sees the return of founding member Gyða Valtýsdóttir.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Falling Faster Than You Can Run

Falling Faster Than You Can Run

by Nathaniel Rateliff
September 17, 2013
This is the second full-length studio release for the Denver-based indie singer-songwriter.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Loud Like Love

Loud Like Love

by Placebo
September 17, 2013
The seventh full-length studio release for the alternative rock trio was produced by Adam Noble.
Metascore:
56
User Score:
7.9
Surgical Steel

Surgical Steel

by Carcass
September 17, 2013
Produced by Colin Richardson, the British extreme metal band returns from a 17 year absence to release its sixth full-length with new drummer Dan Wilding.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.7
More

More

by Arp
September 17, 2013
The third full-length release for Alexis Georgopoulos is more pop than his previous two synth-based albums.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
8:18

8:18

by The Devil Wears Prada
September 17, 2013
The fifth full-length release for the metalcore band was produced by Adam Dutkiewicz and Matt Goldman.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.2
Brass

Brass

by Royal Bangs
September 17, 2013
The fourth studio release for the Knoxville, Tennessee indie rock band was produced by Patrick Carney of the Black Keys.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Soma

Soma

by Windhand
September 17, 2013
The second full-length release for the Virginia doom metal band includes a 30-minute final track.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Vagrant Stanzas

Vagrant Stanzas

by Martin Simpson
September 17, 2013
The latest solo release for the British folk singer was co-produced with Richard Hawley and Peter Denenberg.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Good Graces

Good Graces

by Johnathan Rice
September 17, 2013
The third solo release for the singer-songwriter features guest vocals from frequent collaborator, Jenny Lewis.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Sunday Morning Record

Sunday Morning Record

by The Band of Heathens
September 17, 2013
The fourth studio release for the band led by Ed Jurdi and Gordy Quist is its first since Colin Brooks, John Chipman, and Seth Whitney left the band.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Old Souls

Old Souls

by Deaf Havana
September 16, 2013
The latest studio release for the British alternative rock band was produced by Lee Batiuk.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.5
Rewind the Film

Rewind the Film

by Manic Street Preachers
September 16, 2013
Richard Hawley, Cate Le Bon, and Lucy Rose guest on the 11th full-length studio release from the Welsh alternative rock band.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.2
Hoodoo

Hoodoo

by Tony Joe White
September 16, 2013
The swamp rock veteran's latest release is his first on the Yep Roc label.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Origins

Origins

by God Is an Astronaut
September 16, 2013
This is the sixth full-length release for the Irish post-rock band.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.8
Collapse

Collapse

by Dangerkids
September 16, 2013
The debut release for the Ohio rap-rock band led by Tyler Smyth includes elements of electronica and metal.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
For the World

For the World

by Ed Askew
September 16, 2013
Produced by Jerry DeCicca, the latest release for the singer-songwriter features guest appearances from Mary Lattimore, Marc Ribot, and Sharon Van Etten.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
tbd
Motto

Motto

by Sky Larkin
September 16, 2013
The third full-length release for the Leeds-based indie rock band led by Katie Harkin is its first with new bassist Sam Pryor and second guitarist Nile Marr.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Alafia

Alafia

by Sidi Touré
September 16, 2013
The third solo release for Thrill Jockey by the Malian songwriter and guitarist was influenced by the armed conflict in his homeland.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Boardwalk Empire, Vol. 2 [Music from the Original HBO Series]

Boardwalk Empire, Vol. 2 [Music from the Original HBO Series]

by Original Soundtrack
September 10, 2013
The second volume of 1920s songs from seasons three and four of the HBO drama includes interpretations by such artists as the National's Matt Berninger, Neko Case, Elvis Costello, Pokey LaFarge, Liza Minnelli, Patti Smith, St. Vincent, and Loudon Wainwright III.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Sound System [Box Set]

Sound System [Box Set]

by The Clash
September 10, 2013
The 9-disc box set collects together five remastered studio albums; three discs of demos, b-sides, outtakes, rare tracks, and unreleased tracks; a DVD containing live performances, interviews, and music videos; reprints of fanzines, stickers, badges, dogtags, and a poster in a boom box-shaped set.
Metascore:
97
User Score:
8.2
Weird Sister

Weird Sister

by Joanna Gruesome
September 10, 2013
The debut release for the Welsh noise pop band was produced by MJ of the Hookworms.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Dynamics

Dynamics

by Holy Ghost!
September 10, 2013
This is the second release for the Brooklyn duo of Alex Frankel and Nick Millhiser.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
8.1
Moving Mountains

Moving Mountains

by Moving Mountains
September 10, 2013
The third full-length release for the New York post-rock band led by Greg Dunn was recorded with the help of producers Mike Kalajian and Matt Goldman.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Fuse

Fuse

by Keith Urban
September 10, 2013
The eighth studio release for the country-pop singer and American Idol judge features guest appearances from Miranda Lambert and Eric Church.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.1
Jacuzzi Boys

Jacuzzi Boys

by Jacuzzi Boys
September 10, 2013
The third full-length release for the Florida indie rock trio was produced by Bill Skibbe and Jessica Ruffins.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Still Within the Sound of My Voice

Still Within the Sound of My Voice

by Jimmy Webb
September 10, 2013
Produced by Fred Molin, the latest release from the singer-songwriter features guest appearances from such artists as Joe Cocker, David Crosby, Art Garfunkel, Amy Grant, Kris Kristofferson, Lyle Lovett, Graham Nash, Carly Simon, Keith Urban and Brian Wilson.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Kaani

Kaani

by Tal National
September 10, 2013
The third release for the Nigerian ensemble was recorded with the help of producer Jamie Carter.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
The Things We Think We're Missing

The Things We Think We're Missing

by Balance & Composure
September 10, 2013
The second full-length release for the Pennsylvania alternative rock band was produced by Will Yip.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.2
Nobody Realizes This Is Nowhere

Nobody Realizes This Is Nowhere

by Terry Malts
September 10, 2013
The second full-length release from the San Francisco pop punk trio was self-recorded and mixed by Monte Vallier.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Live at the Great American Music Hall, San Francisco Aug 31-Sept 1 2011

Live at the Great American Music Hall, San Francisco Aug 31-Sept 1 2011

by Ry Cooder
September 10, 2013
The second live release for the slide guitarist is a collaboration with The Corridos Famosos band and recorded from two nights at San Francisco's Great American Hall in 2011.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
London [EP]

London [EP]

by Banks
September 10, 2013
The debut four-track EP for Los Angeles pop singer Jillian Banks includes production from Tim Anderson, Lil Silva, T.E.E.D. (Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs), and Jamie Woon.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.8
AM

AM

by Arctic Monkeys
September 10, 2013
Produced by James Ford and Ross Orton, the fifth full-length studio release for the indie rock band includes guest appearances by Josh Homme, Bill Ryder-Jones, and Pete Thomas.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.6
Tales of Us

Tales of Us

by Goldfrapp
September 10, 2013
The sixth full-length release from the electronic duo is an cinematic-inspired album that will be accompanied by a film directed by Lisa Gunning.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.6
Factory Floor

Factory Floor

by Factory Floor
September 10, 2013
This is the debut full-length release for the British trio led by Nik Colk Void.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.3
On Oni Pond

On Oni Pond

by Man Man
September 10, 2013
The fifth full-length release for the Philadelphia-based experimental rock band was produced by Mike Mogis.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.8
Nobody Knows

Nobody Knows

by Willis Earl Beal
September 10, 2013
The second release for the singer-songwriter features Rodaidh McDonald and a duet with Cat Powers.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.0
The Other Side

The Other Side

by Tonight Alive
September 10, 2013
The second full-length release for the Australian pop-punk band was produced by Dave Petrovic.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.7
Essential Tremors

Essential Tremors

by J. Roddy Walston and the Business
September 10, 2013
The third full-length release for the rock band was co-produced by Mark Neill and Matt Wignall.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
The  Electric Lady

The Electric Lady

by Janelle Monáe
September 10, 2013
The second release for the Atlanta R&B singer continues the story of her alter-ego Cindi Mayweather with guest appearances from Erykah Badu, Big Boi, Cee Lo Green, Solange Knowles, Miguel, Prince, and Esperanza Spalding.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.7
Kiss Land

Kiss Land

by The Weeknd
September 10, 2013
After a trilogy of mixtapes, the Canadian artist releases his debut studio release that includes a guest appearance from Drake.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.2
Feels Like Home

Feels Like Home

by Sheryl Crow
September 10, 2013
Produced with Justin Niebank, the first country release for the singer-songwriter includes songs co-written with Al Anderson, Brandy Clark, Rodney Clawson, Chris DuBois, Luke Laird, Shane McAnally, and Brad Paisley.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
3.5
Apar

Apar

by Delorean
September 10, 2013
The fourth full-length release for the Spanish electronic pop band includes a guest appearance of Chairlift's Caroline Polachek.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
6.9
Troubadour

Troubadour

by The Stepkids
September 10, 2013
The second full-length studio release for the Connecticut trio is said to be somewhat autobiographical.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Coming Apart

Coming Apart

by Body/Head
September 10, 2013
The debut full-length release for Kim Gordon's post-Sonic Youth project is with guitarist Bill Nace.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.0
Privateering

Privateering

by Mark Knopfler
September 10, 2013
The double-disc release for the former Dire Straits leader was co-produced with Guy Fletcher and Chuck Ainlay.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.6
Now, Then & Forever

Now, Then & Forever

by Earth, Wind & Fire
September 10, 2013
This is the first new studio release in eight years for the R&B trio of Philip Bailey, Verdine White, and Ralph Johnson.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Tookah

Tookah

by Emilíana Torrini
September 10, 2013
The fourth full-length release for the Icelandic singer-songwriter was produced by Dan Carey.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.4
B.O.A.T.S. II: #METIME

B.O.A.T.S. II: #METIME

by 2 Chainz
September 10, 2013
The second solo full-length studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from such artists as Drake, Fergie, Lil Wayne, Ma$e, Chrisette Michele, Pharrell, Pusha T, and T-Pain.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
5.3
Atmosphere

Atmosphere

by Kaskade
September 10, 2013
The eighth full-length release for the EDM DJ/producer includes a track with School of Seven Bells.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
Bed & Bugs

Bed & Bugs

by Obits
September 10, 2013
The third release for the Brooklyn garage punk band was recorded in Virginia with Nikhil Ranade.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Snapshot

Snapshot

by The Strypes
September 9, 2013
The debut full-length release for the Irish blues-rock band was produced by Chris Thomas.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
6.9
Summer Camp

Summer Camp

by Summer Camp
September 9, 2013
The second full-length release for the indie pop duo of Elizabeth Sankey and Jeremy Warmsley was produced by Stephen Street.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
World Boogie Is Coming

World Boogie Is Coming

by North Mississippi Allstars
September 3, 2013
The seventh studio release for the southern blues-rock/folk band was self produced.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
EP-1

EP-1

by Pixies
September 3, 2013
The four-track EP was recorded in Wales with producer Gil Norton.
Metascore:
45
User Score:
6.4
Black Jazz Signature

Black Jazz Signature

by Theo Parrish
September 3, 2013
The Detroit house DJ/producer mixes tracks from the 1970s label Black Jazz Records for the latest compilation of DJ mixes from Snow Dog Records.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Hesitation Marks

Hesitation Marks

by Nine Inch Nails
September 3, 2013
The eighth full-length release for the Trent Reznor-led band is its first in five years was produced with Atticus Ross and Alan Moulder.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.2
Pain Is Beauty

Pain Is Beauty

by Chelsea Wolfe
September 3, 2013
The fourth full-length studio release for the experimental California singer-songwriter was produced with Ben Chisholm.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.6
Forever

Forever

by Holograms
September 3, 2013
The second full-length release for the Swedish punk quartet was produced by Stefan Brändström.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Repave

Repave

by Volcano Choir
September 3, 2013
This is the second full-length release for the side project of Justin Vernon and members of Collections Of Colonies Of Bees.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.5
Surrounded

Surrounded

by Richard Buckner
September 3, 2013
Mixed by Tucker Martine, the latest release from the alt-country singer-songwriter was written using an electronic autoharp and an octave-shifting pedal.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
The  Worse Things Get, the Harder I Fight, the Harder I Fight, the More I Love You

The Worse Things Get, the Harder I Fight, the Harder I Fight, the More I Love You

by Neko Case
September 3, 2013
The sixth full-length release includes guest appearances from Howe Gelb, Mudhoney's Steve Turner, Visqueen, M. Ward as well as members of Calexico, Los Lobos, My Morning Jacket, the New Pornographers, was produced by Tucker Martine.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.1
Colored Sands

Colored Sands

by Gorguts
September 3, 2013
The fifth full-length release for the Canadian death metal band led by Luc Lemay is its first with the line-up of Kevin Hufnagel, John Longstreth, and bassist Colin Marston.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.8
The Silver Gymnasium

The Silver Gymnasium

by Okkervil River
September 3, 2013
Produced by John Agnello, the seventh full-length release for the Austin indie rock band was inspired by frontman Will Sheff's childhood in his New Hampshire hometown.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.4
Idle No More

Idle No More

by King Khan & the Shrines
September 3, 2013
The first release for the Berlin-based psychedelic soul rock band in six years was named after a Canadian indigenous-rights movement.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
The  1975

The 1975

by The 1975
September 3, 2013
The debut full-length release for the British alternative rock band from Manchester was produced by Mike Crossey.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.9
John Wizards

John Wizards

by John Wizards
September 3, 2013
The full-length release for the South African duo of Emmanuel Nzaramba and producer John Withers includes influences from African, electronic, R&B, reggae, and soul music.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.4
Later...When the TV Turns To Static

Later...When the TV Turns To Static

by Glasvegas
September 3, 2013
The third full-length release for Scottish indie rock quartet was produced by frontman James Allan.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
6.8
Apocalyze

Apocalyze

by Crossfaith
September 3, 2013
The debut full-length release for the Japanese metal band was produced by Machine.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Love in the Future

Love in the Future

by John Legend
September 3, 2013
The fourth full-length studio release for the R&B/soul singer features guest appearances from Rick Ross and Stacy Barthe as well as production from Kanye West and Dave Tozer.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.2
Run Fast

Run Fast

by The Julie Ruin
September 3, 2013
The debut release for Bikini Kill founder Kathleen Hanna's Julie Ruin project includes Carmine Covelli, Sara Landeau, Kenny Mellman of Kiki And Herb, and Kathi Wilcox of Bikini Kill.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Stitches

Stitches

by Califone
September 3, 2013
The seventh release for the indie experimental rock band led by Tim Rutili was recorded in Arizona, California, and Texas.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.0
Glow

Glow

by Jackson and His Computerband
September 3, 2013
This is the first release in eight years for French electronic artist, Jackson Fourgeaud.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Fever Hunting

Fever Hunting

by Modern Life Is War
September 3, 2013
The fourth full-length release for the hardcore punk band is its first in six years.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Law and Order

Law and Order

by Jonathan Rado
September 3, 2013
The solo debut release for the Foxygen member includes contributions from Tim Presley of White Fence.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
Youth Code

Youth Code

by Youth Code
September 3, 2013
This is the debut full-length release for the Los Angeles EBM/industrial duo of Sara Taylor and Ryan William George.
Metascore:
55
User Score:
tbd
Meet Me at the Edge of the World

Meet Me at the Edge of the World

by Over the Rhine
September 3, 2013
The double album from the husband-and-wife duo of Karin Bergquist and Linford Detweiler was recorded over six days with producer Joe Henry.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.7
Yours Truly

Yours Truly

by Ariana Grande
September 3, 2013
The debut release for the Nickelodeon actress from Victorious and Sam & Cat was produced by Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds and includes guest appearances from Big Sean, Mac Miller, Mika, and the Wanted's Nathan Sykes.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.2
Dalmak

Dalmak

by Esmerine
September 3, 2013
Jamie Thompson and Brian Sanderson join the chamber rock group led by Godspeed You! Black Emperor's Bruce Cawdron and Thee Silver Mount Zion's Rebecca Foon for the band's first release in six years.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
We Knew It Was Not Going to Be Like This

We Knew It Was Not Going to Be Like This

by Surf City
September 3, 2013
The second full-length release for the New Zealand psychedelic pop band was recorded in New York, New Zealand, and South Korea.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Armed Courage

Armed Courage

by The Dead C
September 3, 2013
The latest release from the New Zealand rock trio of Michael Morley, Bruce Russell, and Robbie Yeats is comprised of two 20+ minute tracks.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Summer Through My Mind

Summer Through My Mind

by Richard Youngs
September 3, 2013
The latest release for the British singer-songwriter is influenced by Americana music.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Invasion of Love

Invasion of Love

by Out Cold
September 2, 2013
The debut solo project for Cherry Ghost frontman Simon Aldred was produced by Ash Workman.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
The  Roaring 20s

The Roaring 20s

by Rizzle Kicks
September 2, 2013
The second full-length release for the British hip-hop duo of Harley Alexander-Sule and Jordan Stephens includes a guest appearance from actor Dominic West.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
6.7
Sequel to the Prequel

Sequel to the Prequel

by Babyshambles
September 2, 2013
Produced by Stephen Street, the third full-length studio release from the indie rock band led by Pete Doherty is its first release since 2007's Shotter's Nation.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
6.6
Getting Over the Storm

Getting Over the Storm

by UB40
September 2, 2013
The second release with new lead singer Duncan Campbell for the reggae band includes covers of country classics as well as five original tracks.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
3.3
Zukunft Ohne Menschen

Zukunft Ohne Menschen

by Wolfgang Voigt
September 2, 2013
The ten tracks were created to be part of an art installation at the 2013 Art Cologne fair by Wolfgang Voigt (aka Gas).
Metascore:
54
User Score:
tbd
Lower Reaches

Lower Reaches

by Justin Currie
August 27, 2013
The third solo release for the Scottish singer was produced by Mike Mike McCarthy.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
6 Feet Beneath the Moon

6 Feet Beneath the Moon

by King Krule
August 27, 2013
The debut full-length release for the British indie artist Archy Marshall as King Krule was produced with Rodaidh McDonald.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.5
Carrier

Carrier

by The Dodos
August 27, 2013
The fifth full-length release for the indie San Francisco duo of Logan Kroeber and Meric Long was influenced by the sudden death of guitarist Christopher Reimer in February 2012.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.2