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Heart of Nowhere

Heart of Nowhere

by Noah and the Whale
May 6, 2013
The fourth release for the folk rock band includes a guest appearance by Anna Calvi.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.8
Some Say I So I Say Light

Some Say I So I Say Light

by Ghostpoet
May 6, 2013
Co-produced with Richard Formby, the second release for the British electronic artist features guest appearance from Gwilym Gold, Charles Hayward, Dave Okumu, Lucy Rose, and Woodpecker Wooliams.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.0
Diary

Diary

by The D.O.T.
May 6, 2013
This is the second release for the Mike Skinner and The Music's Rob Harvey collaboration.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
tbd
The Child of Lov

The Child of Lov

by The Child of Lov
May 6, 2013
The debut release for the Dutch artist Cole Williams features guest appearances from Damon Albarn and DOOM.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Love in Arms

Love in Arms

by Gabriel Bruce
May 6, 2013
This is the debut solo release for the London singer-songwriter, who previously fronted the art rock band, Loverman.
Metascore:
69
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tbd
Grime 2.0

Grime 2.0

by Various Artists
May 6, 2013
Joe Muggs collects tracks from emerging and known grime producers such as Wiley and Footsie.
Metascore:
77
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tbd
Life on a Rock

Life on a Rock

by Kenny Chesney
April 30, 2013
Co-produced with Buddy Cannon, the country singer's latest release includes eight songs written by Chesney and features guest appearances from Elan, Willie Nelson, and The Wailers.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
5.5
Tears on Tape

Tears on Tape

by H.I.M.
April 30, 2013
The eighth full-length studio release for the Finnish alternative rock band was produced by Hiili Hiilesma.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.6
Head in the Dirt

Head in the Dirt

by Hanni el Khatib
April 30, 2013
The second release for the California singer-songwriter was produced by Dan Auerbach.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Sister Faith

Sister Faith

by Coliseum
April 30, 2013
The fourth full-length release for the Kentucky noise-rock trio was produced by J. Robbins.
Metascore:
84
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tbd
Denison Witmer

Denison Witmer

by Denison Witmer
April 30, 2013
The ninth full-length release for the singer-songwriter reflects on his life and influences.
Metascore:
69
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tbd
In Technicolor

In Technicolor

by Coma
April 30, 2013
This is the debut full-length release for the German techno duo of Marius Bubat and Georg Conrad.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Broken Down Gentlemen

Broken Down Gentlemen

by Faustus
April 30, 2013
This is the sophomore release for the folk collaboration between Saul Rose, Benji Kirkpatrick, and Paul Sartin.
Metascore:
71
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tbd
The  Journey

The Journey

by Big Country
April 30, 2013
Mark Brzezicki, Bruce Watson, his son Jamie Watson, Derek Forbes, and the Alarm's Mike Peters release the first new album from the Scottish rock band since Stuart Adamson's death.
Metascore:
61
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tbd
Fool Metal Jack

Fool Metal Jack

by Os Mutantes
April 30, 2013
The second release since the Brazilian psychedelic band reunited under original guitarist Sergio Dias in 2006, features a different lineup (Ani Cordero and Amy Crawford replaced Dinho Leme and Henrique Peters) than the one seen on 2009's Haih Or Amortecedor.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
tbd
Legends Never Die

Legends Never Die

by R.A. the Rugged Man
April 30, 2013
The first album in nine years for the New York rapper includes guest appearance from Brother Ali, Amalie Bruun, Eamon, Hopsin, Krizz Kaliko, Talib Kweli, Masta Ace, Sadat X, Tech N9ne, and Vinnie Paz.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.7
Synesthesia

Synesthesia

by Hands
April 30, 2013
This is the debut full-length release for the electro-rock quartet that was formed by Geoff Halliday and Ryan Sweeney.
Metascore:
59
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tbd
Supermigration

Supermigration

by Solar Bears
April 30, 2013
The second release for the duo of John Kowalski and Rian Trench includes guest appearances from from Sarah P of Keep Shelly in Athens and Beth Hirsch.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
The  Still Life

The Still Life

by Alessi's Ark
April 30, 2013
The third full-length release for Alessi Laurent-Marke was produced by Andy LeMaster.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
The Redeemer

The Redeemer

by Dean Blunt
April 30, 2013
This is the official debut solo studio release for the London-based producer who previously was part of the electronic duo, Hype Williams.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.2
13 Degrees of Reality

13 Degrees of Reality

by The Heliocentrics
April 30, 2013
The latest release for the the British ensemble includes influences of jazz, rock, and world music with instruments such as kalimba, the koto, marimbula, and santur.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
The  Hands That Thieve

The Hands That Thieve

by Streetlight Manifesto
April 30, 2013
The fifth release for the new Jersey ska-punk band is its first since 2007's Somewhere In The Between.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.8
The Ways We Separate

The Ways We Separate

by Beacon
April 30, 2013
After two EPs, the Brooklyn duo of Thomas Mullarney and Jacob Gossett releases their debut full-length of R&B-influenced electro-pop.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Your Turn

Your Turn

by Marc Ribot's Ceramic Dog
April 30, 2013
The mostly instrumental second release for Marc Ribot's experimental trio was produced by Greg Saunier of Deerhoof.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
5.6
Cloud Room, Glass Room

Cloud Room, Glass Room

by Pan American
April 30, 2013
Mark Nelson leads a band that includes Steven Hess and Bobby Donne on his seventh release for the side project.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Ready to Die

Ready to Die

by Iggy & the Stooges
April 30, 2013
The first studio release since 1973's Raw Power to be credited under Iggy & The Stooges, reunites Iggy Pop with James Williamson, Scott Asheton, and new bassist Mike Watt (Ron Asheton passed away in 2009) for the band's fifth studio album.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.0
Selfhood

Selfhood

by Sharks
April 30, 2013
The second full-length studio release for the British punk band was produced by Lewis Johns.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Sub Verses

Sub Verses

by Akron/Family
April 30, 2013
The seventh full-length studio release for the experimental trio was produced by Randall Dunn.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Praxis Makes Perfect

Praxis Makes Perfect

by Neon Neon
April 30, 2013
The life of Italian publisher, Giangiacomo Feltrinelli is the concept behind the second release from Gruff Rhys and Boom Bip.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.8
To Dust

To Dust

by Alice Russell
April 30, 2013
The first solo release for the British soul singer since 2008's Pot Of Gold was produced by TM Juke.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.3
Wake Up

Wake Up

by Youngblood Hawke
April 30, 2013
The debut full-length release for the California indie pop band includes four tracks from their 2012 self-titled EP.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
8.6
Perils from the Sea

Perils from the Sea

by Mark Kozelek
April 30, 2013
This is the debut release from the collaboration between Sun Kil Moon's Mark Kozelek and Album Leaf's Jimmy Lavelle.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.5
Such Hot Blood

Such Hot Blood

by The Airborne Toxic Event
April 30, 2013
The third studio release for the Los Angeles indie rock band was produced by Jacquire King.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.2
Acid Rap

Acid Rap

by Chance the Rapper
April 30, 2013
The second mixtape for the Chicago rapper features guest appearances from Action Bronson, Ab-Soul, BJ The Chicago Kid, and Childish Gambino.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.7
Everybody Loves Sausages

Everybody Loves Sausages

by Melvins
April 30, 2013
The first covers album for the Los Angeles grunge/metal band includes guest appearances from such artists as Mudhoney's Mark Arm, Jello Biafra, Neurosis' Scott Kelly, Melvins Lite, and J.G. Thirlwell.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Thr!!!er

Thr!!!er

by !!! [Chik Chik Chik]
April 30, 2013
The fifth full-length studio release for the Sacramento dance-punk band was produced by Spoon's Jim Eno.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.1
New History Warfare, Vol. 3: To See More Light

New History Warfare, Vol. 3: To See More Light

by Colin Stetson
April 30, 2013
The final volume to the saxophonist's New History Warfare series was produced by Ben Frost and features guest vocals Bon Iver's Justin Vernon on four tracks.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.1
If You Leave

If You Leave

by Daughter
April 30, 2013
The debut full-length release for the London-based trio of Remi Aguilella, Igor Haefeli, and Elena Tonra was produced with Rodhaidh McDonald and Jolyon Vaughan Thomas.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.7
The Last Spire

The Last Spire

by Cathedral
April 30, 2013
This is the final release for the British doom metal band.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Bigfoot

Bigfoot

by Cayucas
April 30, 2013
Produced by Richard Swift, the debut release for the indie pop band led by Zach Yudin was influenced by rock of the 1960s and 70s.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.7
Jar

Jar

by Daylight
April 30, 2013
After four EPs, The Pennsylvania alternative rock releases its debut full-length produced by Will Yip.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.8
English Little League

English Little League

by Guided by Voices
April 30, 2013
Robert Pollard continues his prolific release of music with the indie band's fourth album since reuniting in 2012.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Love Triangles, Hate Squares

Love Triangles, Hate Squares

by The Computers
April 30, 2013
The second full-length release for the soul-punk British four-piece led by Al Kershaw was recorded in Georgia with producer Mark Neil.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Authentic

Authentic

by LL Cool J
April 30, 2013
The actor/rapper's first release in four years features guest appearances from such artists as Travis Barker, Bootsy Collins, Chuck D, Monica, Tom Morello, Brad Paisley, Seal, Snoop Dogg, Eddie Van Halen, and Charlie Wilson.
Metascore:
46
User Score:
4.0
Hubcap Music

Hubcap Music

by Seasick Steve
April 29, 2013
The fifth release from the blues singer was created on a guitar made from hubcaps.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
We Met At Sea

We Met At Sea

by The Pigeon Detectives
April 29, 2013
The fourth release for the British indie rock band led by Matt Bowman was produced by Matt Peel.
Metascore:
29
User Score:
4.2
Fain

Fain

by Wolf People
April 29, 2013
The second full-length studio release for the British folk rock band led by Jack Sharp features guest appearances from Olivia Chaney, Rachel Davies, Nic Kearey, and Jace Lasek.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.7
Weird Work

Weird Work

by Adventure
April 29, 2013
The third full-length release for the electronic artist Benny Boeldt as Adventure returns to his instrumental 8-bit-inspired style.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Still Smiling

Still Smiling

by Teho Teardo
April 29, 2013
The 12-track release from German musician Blixa Bargeld and Italian composer Teho Teardo took nearly two years, with recording done in Berlin and Rome.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.6
Time Stays, We Go

Time Stays, We Go

by The Veils
April 23, 2013
The fourth release for the London-based New Zealand indie rock band led by Finn Andrews was recorded in Los Angeles.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
8.0
A  Bad Wind Blows in My Heart

A Bad Wind Blows in My Heart

by Bill Ryder-Jones
April 23, 2013
The second solo release for the ex-Coral singer was recorded at his mother's house and produced by James Ford.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.0
Danish & Blue

Danish & Blue

by Lilacs & Champagne
April 23, 2013
The second full-length release for the music project from Grails members Alex Hall and Emil Amos includes samples of sounds from Scandinavian porn and b-movies from the 1960s.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Black on Blonde

Black on Blonde

by k-os
April 23, 2013
Black Thought, Sebastien Grainger, Corey Hart, Jay Malinowski, Travie McCoy, Sam Roberts, Saukrates, and Shad guests on the double-album release from the Canadian rapper that features rap tracks on one disc and rock songs on the other.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Junip

Junip

by Junip
April 23, 2013
This is the second full-length release for the Swedish indie rock trio.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.9
Tape Deck Heart

Tape Deck Heart

by Frank Turner
April 23, 2013
The fifth full-length solo studio release for the British singer-songwriter was produced by Rich Costey.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.7
Blood Speaks

Blood Speaks

by Smoke Fairies
April 23, 2013
This is the second full-length album of folk and blues music from Katherine Blamire and Jessica Davies.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Wait to Pleasure

Wait to Pleasure

by No Joy
April 23, 2013
The second release for the Montreal noise pop trio was produced by Jorge Elbrecht.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.3
Reincarnated

Reincarnated

by Snoop Lion
April 23, 2013
Executive produced by Diplo and Major Lazer, the debut release for rapper Snoop Dogg under his new name was influenced by reggae and dancehall.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
5.4
#willpower

#willpower

by will.i.am
April 23, 2013
The fourth solo studio release for the Black Eyed Peas members includes guest appearances from Justin Bieber, Chris Brown, Miley Cyrus, Skylar Grey, Nicole Scherzinger, Eva Simons, and Britney Spears.
Metascore:
49
User Score:
2.7
Ultramarine

Ultramarine

by Young Galaxy
April 23, 2013
The fourth release for the Canadian pop band was recorded in Sweden with producer Dan Lissvik.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.8
I Love You

I Love You

by The Neighbourhood
April 23, 2013
This is the debut full-length release for the Los Angeles-based indie rock quintet led by Jesse Rutherford.
Metascore:
48
User Score:
7.7
Illumination Ritual

Illumination Ritual

by The Appleseed Cast
April 23, 2013
The eight full-length studio release for the Kansas post-rock band introduces guitarist Taylor Holenbeck and drummer Nathan Wilde to the line-up.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Bankrupt!

Bankrupt!

by Phoenix
April 23, 2013
The fifth full-length studio release for the French rock band was co-produced with Philippe Zdar of Cassius.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.9
...And It Shook Me

...And It Shook Me

by The Postelles
April 23, 2013
The follow-up release to the New York indie rock band's Albert Hammond Jr.-produced self-titled debut.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
Raw Solutions

Raw Solutions

by Slava
April 23, 2013
This is the debut full-length release for the Russian-born New York-based electronic artist and producer.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Love Has Come for You

Love Has Come for You

by Steve Martin
April 23, 2013
Produced by Peter Asher, the third release on the Rounder label for Steve Martin sees the comedian/banjo player teaming up with Edie Brickell on this album of bluegrass music.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.0
Bye Bye 17

Bye Bye 17

by Har Mar Superstar
April 23, 2013
Sean Tillmann's fifth full-length release was co-produced with Jim Eno and recorded with a full band.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
Wheel

Wheel

by Laura Stevenson
April 23, 2013
The third full-length release for the singer-songwriter was produced by Kevin McMahon.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.2
Spirit in the Room

Spirit in the Room

by Tom Jones
April 23, 2013
Tom Jones latest release is a disc of covers of contemporary blues and classic rock songs.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.5
Fabric 69

Fabric 69

by Sandwell District
April 22, 2013
The 30-track techno mix album was curated by Regis, Function, Silent Servant, and Female of the Sandwell District label.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Save Rock and Roll

Save Rock and Roll

by Fall Out Boy
April 16, 2013
Produced by Butch Walker, the fifth full-length studio release from the pop punk band is its first album since the quartet announced an indefinite hiatus in 2009.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.2
V

V

by Barn Owl
April 16, 2013
The fifth release for the doom duo of Jon Porras and Evan Caminit includes a 17-minute track.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
The Low Highway

The Low Highway

by Steve Earle & the Dukes (& Duchesses)
April 16, 2013
The 15th release for Steve Earle is the first to feature his band, The Dukes, and includes three songs written for the HBO series Treme.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.9
This River

This River

by JJ Grey
April 16, 2013
Co-produced with Dan Prothero, this is the eighth release for the Florida blues/funk/soul singer JJ Grey with his band Mofro.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
In the Marrow

In the Marrow

by Dead Confederate
April 16, 2013
The third full-length release for the Athens, Georgia rock band was produced by David Barbe and Andy LeMaster.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Rat Farm

Rat Farm

by Meat Puppets
April 16, 2013
The 14th full-length release from the Arizona alternative rock band was described by singer Curt Kirkwood as "blown-up folk music."
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
True Romance

True Romance

by Charli xcx
April 16, 2013
The debut studio release for the British pop singer includes some tracks from her two previous mixtapes "Heartbreaks and Earthquakes" and "Super Ultra."
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.5
Let's Face the Music and Dance

Let's Face the Music and Dance

by Willie Nelson
April 16, 2013
The latest release from the country singer with his backing band, the Family, includes covers of classic country and standard songs.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Desperate Ground

Desperate Ground

by The Thermals
April 16, 2013
The sixth full-length release for the Portland indie rock trio was produced by John Agnello.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.0
F.M. Sushi

F.M. Sushi

by Rainbow Arabia
April 16, 2013
Dylan Ross of Cursive joins the Los Angeles electronic group formed by Danny and Tiffany Preston on their second full-length release.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
Excavation

Excavation

by The Haxan Cloak
April 16, 2013
Bobby Krlic's second full-length release as The Haxan Cloak was influenced by electronic music.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.6
Way to Blue: The Songs of Nick Drake

Way to Blue: The Songs of Nick Drake

by Various Artists
April 16, 2013
The live covers of Nick Drake's songs performed by such artists as Vashti Bunyan, Green Gartside of Scritti Politti, Lisa Hannigan, Robyn Hitchcock, and Teddy Thompson were collected by producer Joe Boyd.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Birthmarks

Birthmarks

by Born Ruffians
April 16, 2013
The third full-length studio release for the Canadian rock band led by Luke LaLonde was produced by Roger Leavens.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
7.5
Floating Coffin

Floating Coffin

by Thee Oh Sees
April 16, 2013
The latest release from the San Francisco rock band led by John Dwyer is its first on the Castle Face label.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.5
Letherette

Letherette

by Letherette
April 16, 2013
This is the debut full-length release for the British electronic duo of Andy Harber and Richard Roberts.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Twelve Reasons to Die

Twelve Reasons to Die

by Ghostface Killah
April 16, 2013
Produced by Adrian Younge, the concept album from the Wu-Tang rapper Ghostface Killah is about a drug lord in 1960s Italy.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.5
Inspiration Information/Wings of Love

Inspiration Information/Wings of Love

by Shuggie Otis
April 16, 2013
Shuggie Otis' Inspiration Information is reissued with four unreleased tracks and an unreleased album, Wings of Love, containing 14 live and studio tracks recorded between 1975 and 2000.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
tbd
Thorn in My Heart

Thorn in My Heart

by Kim Richey
April 16, 2013
The seventh full-length studio release for the country singer-songwriter was produced by Neilson Hubbard and includes guest appearances from Jason Isbell and Trisha Yearwood.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Live

Live

by Simian Mobile Disco
April 16, 2013
The unedited second live release for the electronic duo was recorded at a 2012 show in Philadelphia.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.0
Top of the Pops

Top of the Pops

by Art Brut
April 16, 2013
The two-disc collection of singles, b-sides, covers and live tracks from the British indie rock band led by Eddie Argos includes two new tracks: "Arizona Bay" and "We Make Pop Music."
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
The  Terror

The Terror

by The Flaming Lips
April 16, 2013
Once again produced with Dave Fridmann, the latest release for the rock band led by Wayne Coyne is darker than previous works.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.2
Arts & Crafts: 2003-2013

Arts & Crafts: 2003-2013

by Various Artists
April 16, 2013
A two-disc collection of hits and rare tracks from the Canadian indie pop label.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Dad Country

Dad Country

by Jonny Fritz
April 16, 2013
Produced with Taylor Goldsmith of Dawes, this is the first release under Fritz's given name since he dropped the Corndawg name in 2012.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Infestissumam

Infestissumam

by Ghost / Ghost B.C.
April 16, 2013
Produced by Nick Raskulinecz, the second release for the mysterious Swedish doom metal band previously known only as Ghost, welcomes a new lead singer Papa Emeritus II (although some believe it is the same singer from its 2010 debut, Opus Eponymous).
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.6
A  Quiet Darkness

A Quiet Darkness

by Houses
April 16, 2013
The concept behind the second release for the married indie duo of Megan Messina and Dexter Tortoriello is a couple separated by a nuclear disaster seek to meet up on Highway 10 in California before they die.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.0
Indicud

Indicud

by Kid Cudi
April 16, 2013
The third full-length studio release for the producer-rapper features guest appearances from A$AP Rocky, Michael Bolton, Haim, Father John Misty, King Chip, Kendrick Lamar, RZA, and Too Short.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
6.7
Replicant Moods

Replicant Moods

by Pharaohs
April 16, 2013
The debut full-length release for the Los Angeles dance quartet of Alejandro Cohen, Samuel Cooper, Diego Herrera, and Casey Butler features a guest appearance by Maria Minerva.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
The Plain Where the Palace Stood

The Plain Where the Palace Stood

by David Grubbs
April 16, 2013
Andrea Belfi, Stefano Pilia, and C. Spencer Yeh backed the indie singer-songwriter on his sixth solo release.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Ghost on Ghost

Ghost on Ghost

by Iron & Wine
April 16, 2013
The fifth release for the singer-songwriter is his first on Nonesuch Records and was produced by Brian Deck.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.7
Little French Songs

Little French Songs

by Carla Bruni
April 16, 2013
The fourth release of French pop music for the former first lady of France was produced by Bénédicte Schmitt.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
3.8