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Gordian

Gordian

by Cosmin TRG
May 14, 2013
This is the second full-length release for the Berlin-based Romanian techno producer.
Metascore:
64
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tbd
Modern Vampires of the City

Modern Vampires of the City

by Vampire Weekend
May 14, 2013
Co-produced by Ariel Rechtshaid and band member Rostam Batmanglij, the third full-length release from the indie rock quartet was inspired by New York City.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.8
Live with Britten Sinfonia

Live with Britten Sinfonia

by Jaga Jazzist
May 14, 2013
The live release of the collaboration between the Norwegian jazz-rock band and the British chamber orchestra Britten Sinfonia was recorded in London in 2012.
Metascore:
67
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My Garden State

My Garden State

by Glenn Jones
May 14, 2013
The sixth solo release for the guitarist was written and recorded in New Jersey while he was taking care of his mother.
Metascore:
77
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Walking Field

Walking Field

by Peals
May 14, 2013
This is the debut release for the ambient band formed by William Cashion of Future Islands and Bruce Willen of Double Dagger.
Metascore:
75
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Inform – Educate – Entertain

Inform – Educate – Entertain

by Public Service Broadcasting
May 14, 2013
The debut release for the London-based duo includes sound samples from Public information film archives.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.5
Innocence is Kinky

Innocence is Kinky

by Jenny Hval
May 14, 2013
Produced by John Parish, the Norwegian artist's latest release was influenced by a sound and light installation commissioned in 2011.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.5
Mind Control

Mind Control

by Uncle Acid and the Deadbeats
May 14, 2013
The third full-length release for the British metal band was inspired by 1970s exploitation films.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.4
Jessica Pratt

Jessica Pratt

by Jessica Pratt
May 14, 2013
The debut release for the San Francisco singer-songwriter is also the first album on Tim Presley's Birth Records.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.0
Black Pudding

Black Pudding

by Duke Garwood
May 14, 2013
Mark Lanegan collaborates with British Blues artist Duke Garwood on the release recorded by Justin Smith in California.
Metascore:
71
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Nightmare Ending

Nightmare Ending

by Eluvium
May 14, 2013
The seventh studio release for Matthew Cooper is a double LP with a guest appearance by Ira Kaplan of Yo La Tengo.
Metascore:
81
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Go Easy

Go Easy

by Blank Realm
May 14, 2013
The third release for the Brisbane, Australian band is a mix of pop and psychedelic rock.
Metascore:
75
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Dungeonesse

Dungeonesse

by Dungeonesse
May 14, 2013
Dance and R&B influences the full-length debut from Wye Oak's Jenn Wasner and Art Department's Jon Ehrens.
Metascore:
70
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Secondhand Rapture

Secondhand Rapture

by MS MR
May 14, 2013
This is the debut full-length debut for the New York duo of Lizzy Plapinger and producer Max Hershenow.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
7.9
The Greatest Generation

The Greatest Generation

by The Wonder Years
May 14, 2013
The fourth full-length studio release for the Philadelphia pop-punk band was produced by Steve Evetts.
Metascore:
97
User Score:
8.8
Limits of Desire

Limits of Desire

by Small Black
May 14, 2013
The second full-length release for the Brooklyn synth-pop band led by Josh Kolenik was self-produced.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
8.1
Pale Green Ghosts

Pale Green Ghosts

by John Grant
May 14, 2013
Produced with Biggi Veira, the synth-pop second release for the former Czars singer includes guest vocals from Sinead O’Connor.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.5
Silver Wilkinson

Silver Wilkinson

by Bibio
May 14, 2013
The seventh release from Stephen Wilkinson as Bibio sees the British producer going back to more ambient and folk style of his earlier albums.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.7
Crawling Up the Stairs

Crawling Up the Stairs

by Pure X
May 14, 2013
The second full-length release for the Austin trio was written while singer/guitarist Nate Grace was recovering from a serious leg injury.
Metascore:
68
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Bright Sunny South

Bright Sunny South

by Sam Amidon
May 14, 2013
The folk artist reworks Mariah Carey's "Shake It Off" and Tim McGraw's "My Old Friend" on his debut release with the Nonesuch label.
Metascore:
80
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The  Way Things Fall

The Way Things Fall

by Adult.
May 14, 2013
Detroit's Adam Miller and Nicola Kuperus return with their first release since 2007's Why Bother?.
Metascore:
72
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Demi

Demi

by Demi Lovato
May 14, 2013
The fourth full-length studio release for the actress/singer/X-Factor judge features a guest appearance by Cher Lloyd.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.4
A

A

by Agnetha Fältskog
May 14, 2013
Produced by Jörgen Elofsson and Peter Nordahl, the ABBA singer returns with her fifth (English language) solo release.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
6.9
Kids in L.A.

Kids in L.A.

by Kisses
May 14, 2013
The second full-length release for the Los Angeles duo of Jesse Kivel and Zinzi Edmundson was produced by Pete Wiggs and Tim Larcombe.
Metascore:
70
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tbd
Empty Estate [EP]

Empty Estate [EP]

by Wild Nothing
May 14, 2013
The seven-track EP from Jack Tatum's indie pop project was recorded in Brooklyn with Al Carlson.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.2
Elvis Club

Elvis Club

by The Del-Lords
May 14, 2013
The first studio full-length release in 23 years for the New York garage rock band led by Scott Kempner includes new bassist Michael DuClos, taking over for original bassist, Manny Caiati.
Metascore:
67
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tbd
Curiosity

Curiosity

by Wampire
May 14, 2013
The debut full-length release for the Portland, Oregon, duo of Rocky Tinder and Eric Phipps was produced by Unknown Mortal Orchestra's Jacob Portrait.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.3
Fandango

Fandango

by The Phoenix Foundation
May 14, 2013
The fifth release for the New Zealand psychedelic indie rock band is 80 minutes long.
Metascore:
64
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I Thought It Was Us But It Was All of Us

I Thought It Was Us But It Was All of Us

by Saltland
May 14, 2013
Canadian cellist Rebecca Foon worked with Jamie Thompson on her solo debut project.
Metascore:
66
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No One Dances Quite Like My Brothers

No One Dances Quite Like My Brothers

by VÃ¥r
May 14, 2013
The debut full-length release for Ice Age's Elias Bender Rønnefelt's side project with Loke Rahbek of Sexdrome, Kristian Emdal of Lower, and Lukas Højland of Redflesh was recorded in New York.
Metascore:
74
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tbd
One of Us Is the Killer

One of Us Is the Killer

by The Dillinger Escape Plan
May 14, 2013
The fifth full-length studio release for the New Jersey hardcore rock band was produced by Steve Evetts.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.2
Land of CanAan

Land of CanAan

by Marques Toliver
May 14, 2013
The debut full-length release for the violinist/singer discovered by TV on the Radio's Kyp Malone was inspired in part by the Frederick Douglass' autobiography.
Metascore:
76
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Ungrateful

Ungrateful

by Escape the Fate
May 14, 2013
John Feldmann returns to produce the fourth release for the Las Vegas hard rock band. It is the first release with new bassist Thomas "TJ" Bell [replaced Max Green who left in 2012] and rhythm guitarist Michael Money.
Metascore:
56
User Score:
5.4
Hanging Gardens

Hanging Gardens

by Classixx
May 14, 2013
The debut full-length release for the Los Angeles electronic duo of Tyler Blake and Michael David includes guest appearances from Active Child, Sarah Chernoff of Superhumanoids, Jeppe of Junior Senior, Jesse Kivel of Kisses, and Nancy Whang of LCD Soundsystem.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
7.6
All of Them Witches

All of Them Witches

by Hedvig Mollestad Trio
May 14, 2013
This is the second release for the Norwegian instrumental jazz rock/metal trio band.
Metascore:
72
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Spirityouall

Spirityouall

by Bobby McFerrin
May 14, 2013
The latest release for the multiple Grammy-winning includes Esperanza Spalding as a guest vocalist.
Metascore:
83
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Love Is Everything

Love Is Everything

by George Strait
May 14, 2013
The latest studio release from the Country Music Hall of Fame singer was produced with long-time producer Tony Brown.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.8
Lip Lock

Lip Lock

by Eve
May 14, 2013
The hip hop artist's first studio release since 2002's Eve-Olution includes guest appearances from Missy Elliott, Juicy J, Chrisette Michele, Pusha T, Dawn Richard, and Gabe Saporta from Cobra Starship.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
8.1
Wilderness

Wilderness

by The Handsome Family
May 14, 2013
The latest release from the husband-and-wife duo Brett and Rennie Sparks is a concept album based on animals and real-life historical figures.
Metascore:
76
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Kool Herc: Fertile Crescent [EP]

Kool Herc: Fertile Crescent [EP]

by Homeboy Sandman
May 14, 2013
The fourth EP for the Queens rapper was produced by El RTNC.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
7.3
Sing to the Moon

Sing to the Moon

by Laura Mvula
May 14, 2013
The debut full-length release for the Birmingham Conservatoire graduate includes influences from gospel, jazz, R&B, and soul music.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.5
The Weighing of the Heart

The Weighing of the Heart

by Colleen
May 13, 2013
The first release for French artist Cecile Schott since 2007’s Les Ondes Silencieuses was self-produced.
Metascore:
71
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Re-Mit

Re-Mit

by The Fall
May 13, 2013
This is the 30th studio release for the British post-punk band led by Mark E. Smith.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.2
LSXX [Last Splash: 20th Anniversary Edition]

LSXX [Last Splash: 20th Anniversary Edition]

by The Breeders
May 13, 2013
The reissue of the second album from Kim Deal's alternative rock band with Tanya Donelly is a three-disc set that includes demos, rare tracks, a BBC session recording, and the 1994 fan club-only live album Stockholm Syndrome.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.6
Panorama Bar, Vol. 05

Panorama Bar, Vol. 05

by Steffi
May 13, 2013
This is the first official house mix release from the Dutch DJ and producer.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.6
Silence Yourself

Silence Yourself

by Savages
May 7, 2013
The debut full-length release for the all-female British post-punk quartet was produced by Johnny Hostile and Rodaidh McDonald.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.5
MCII

MCII

by Mikal Cronin
May 7, 2013
The second release for the San Francisco-based rock singer features K. Dylan Edrich and Ty Segall as guest musicians.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.4
Nocturnes

Nocturnes

by Little Boots
May 7, 2013
The second release for the British electro-pop singer Victoria Hesketh as Little Boots was produced by Tim Goldsworthy with contributions from Andy Butler of Hercules and Love Affair and James Ford of Simian Mobile Disco.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.8
Volume 3

Volume 3

by She & Him
May 7, 2013
Tom Hagerman of Devotchka, Pierre de Reeder of Rilo Kiley, Joey Spampinato of NRBQ, Tilly and the Wall, and Mike Watt are some of the guest musicians on the third release for the indie pop duo of M. Ward and Zooey Deschanel.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.3
Feels Like a New Morning

Feels Like a New Morning

by The Blow Monkeys
May 7, 2013
This is the third studio release since the British band reunited in 2007.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Golden

Golden

by Lady Antebellum
May 7, 2013
The fourth full-length release from the country trio was produced by Paul Worley.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
6.5
Prisoner of Conscious

Prisoner of Conscious

by Talib Kweli
May 7, 2013
The fifth solo release for the Brooklyn rapper features guest appearances by such artists as Marsha Ambrosius, Busta Rhymes, Curren$y, Melanie Fiona, Kendrick Lamar, Miguel, Nelly, and Seu Jorge.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.1
Strange Pleasures

Strange Pleasures

by Still Corners
May 7, 2013
The second release for the London-based indie pop band led by Greg Hughes was influenced by 1980s pop music.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.0
Golden Age

Golden Age

by Grandchildren
May 7, 2013
The second full-length release for the Philadelphia indie rock band led by Aleks Martray was produced by Chris Powell and Bill Moriarty.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Time

Time

by Rod Stewart
May 7, 2013
The first album of original songs written by the British rock singer was inspired after completing and publishing his autobiography in 2012.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.5
Annie Up

Annie Up

by Pistol Annies
May 7, 2013
The second release for the country trio of Miranda Lambert, Ashley Monroe, and Angaleena Presley was produced by Frank Liddell, Glenn Worf, and Chuck Ainlay.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
5.1
Mother

Mother

by Natalie Maines
May 7, 2013
Co-produced with Ben Harper, the debut solo release for the Dixie Chicks singer is a rock-influenced covers album of songs by such artists as Jeff Buckley, Patty Griffin, Pink Floyd, and The Jayhawks.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
More Than Just a Dream

More Than Just a Dream

by Fitz & the Tantrums
May 7, 2013
Produced by Tony Hoffer, the Los Angeles six-piece mixes electronic music elements to its 1960s soul on its second full-length release.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.9
Hokey Fright

Hokey Fright

by The Uncluded
May 7, 2013
Kimya Dawson teams up with Aesop Rock to combine their music styles on their debut music project together as The Uncluded.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.5
White Numbers

White Numbers

by The Bevis Frond
May 7, 2013
This is the second release since the British psychedelic rock band led by Nick Saloman reformed after a seven year hiatus.
Metascore:
77
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tbd
Walking Shadows

Walking Shadows

by Joshua Redman
May 7, 2013
The saxophonist is backed by producer/pianist Brad Mehldau, bassist Larry Grenadier and drummer Brian Blade on this jazz orchestral release.
Metascore:
75
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tbd
Live/Remix

Live/Remix

by Portico Quartet
May 7, 2013
The jazz quartet includes live recordings from their 2012 tour and remixes by such artists as Luke Abbot, DJ Luca Lozano, Scratcha DVA, and Will Ward.
Metascore:
77
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tbd
American Kid

American Kid

by Patty Griffin
May 7, 2013
Co-produced with Craig Ross, the mostly acoustic release for the singer-songwriter was inspired by her father, who passed away in 2009.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.1
The Great Gatsby [Music from Baz Luhrmann's Film]

The Great Gatsby [Music from Baz Luhrmann's Film]

by Various Artists
May 7, 2013
Overseen by Jay-Z, the soundtrack to Baz Luhrmann's adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel features original songs from Fergie, Florence and the Machine, Gotye, Jay-Z, Nero, Sia, will.i.am, and The xx. It also includes covers of Amy Winehouse's "Back To Black" performed by Beyoncé and Andre 3000; Lana Del Rey's "Young and Beautiful" performed by Bryan Ferry; Beyoncé's "Crazy In Love" performed by Emeli Sandé; and "U2's "Love IS Blindness" performed by Jack White.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
7.3
Edgeland

Edgeland

by Karl Hyde
May 7, 2013
The debut solo album for the Underworld co-founder is less electronic than his partnership with Rick Smith.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
13

13

by Havoc
May 7, 2013
The third full-length studio solo release for the producer/rapper features guest appearances from Lloyd Banks, Masspike Miles, Royce da 5'9", Styles P, Raekwon, and Twista.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Monomania

Monomania

by Deerhunter
May 7, 2013
Produced by Nicolas Vernhes, the sixth release for the Atlanta indie rock band led by Bradford Cox includes two new band members: bassist Josh McKay (taking over from Joshua Fauver) and guitarist Frankie Broyles.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.2
Chapter II

Chapter II

by Benga
May 6, 2013
The third full-length release for the dubstep producer includes guest appearances from Charli XCX, Kano, P-Money, Autumn Rowe, and Youngman.
Metascore:
61
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tbd
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
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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
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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
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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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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
User Score:
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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:
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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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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
User Score:
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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:
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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:
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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:
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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
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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:
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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:
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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