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Evolution Theory

Evolution Theory

by Modestep
February 12, 2013
This is the debut full-length release for the London-based dubstep quartet.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
8.4
Eternity of Dimming

Eternity of Dimming

by Frontier Ruckus
February 12, 2013
The third release for the Michigan-based folk-country band was produced by Jim Roll.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Waiting for Something to Happen

Waiting for Something to Happen

by Veronica Falls
February 12, 2013
The second release for the British indie pop band was produced by Rory Attwell.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.0
The Jazz Age

The Jazz Age

by The Bryan Ferry Orchestra
February 12, 2013
Bryan Ferry re-recorded 13 songs from Roxy Music's catalog as well as his own solo work as jazz instrumentals.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Ores & Minerals

Ores & Minerals

by Mazes
February 12, 2013
The second full-length release from the London-based indie rock quartet was self-produced.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Cabinet of Curiosities

Cabinet of Curiosities

by Jacco Gardner
February 12, 2013
The debut release for the Dutch musician was inspired by the music of the 1960s.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.7
My World Is Gone

My World Is Gone

by Otis Taylor
February 12, 2013
The treatment of Native Americans is the theme for the blues artist's latest release featuring guitarist Mato Nanji.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
II

II

by K-X-P
February 11, 2013
This is the second full-length release from the Finnish electronic rock band.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Painting

Painting

by Ocean Colour Scene
February 11, 2013
This is the tenth studio release for the British rock band led by Steve Craddock.
Metascore:
55
User Score:
tbd
Wonderful, Glorious

Wonderful, Glorious

by Eels
February 5, 2013
This is the tenth studio release for the indie rock band led by Mark Everett.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.6
A  Fairway Full of Miners

A Fairway Full of Miners

by Boats
February 5, 2013
The third release for the Canadian indie pop band led by Mat Klachefsky was produced by Ryan McVeigh.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
II

II

by Unknown Mortal Orchestra
February 5, 2013
The second release for the psychedelic rock band led by Ruban Nielson was written while on tour.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.1
The Afterman: Descension

The Afterman: Descension

by Coheed and Cambria
February 5, 2013
The sixth studio release continues the story from The Afterman: Ascension and sees the return of drummer Josh Eppard.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.5
The Highway

The Highway

by Holly Williams
February 5, 2013
Produced with Charlie Peacock, the granddaughter of Hank and the daughter of Hank Jr. releases her first new recording in four years.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
News from Nowhere

News from Nowhere

by Darkstar
February 5, 2013
The second full-length release from the British electronic trio was produced in Leeds by producer Richard Formby.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
The  Bronx (IV)

The Bronx (IV)

by The Bronx
February 5, 2013
The fourth self-titled release for the Los Angeles punk band is its first since 2008. They previously released two albums under the name Mariachi El Bronx in 2009 and 2011.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.8
We the Common

We the Common

by Thao & the Get Down Stay Down
February 5, 2013
Produced by John Congleton, the third release from the San Francisco indie rock band includes Joanna Newsom as a guest singer on one track.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.3
The  Man Who Died in His Boat

The Man Who Died in His Boat

by Grouper
February 5, 2013
The latest release from Liz Harris contains songs unreleased from her recording session for 2008's Dragging A Dead Deer Up A Hill.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.1
Electric

Electric

by Richard Thompson
February 5, 2013
The British folk rock guitarist's latest solo release was produced by Buddy Miller and includes guest appearances by Alison Krauss and Siobhan Maher Kennedy.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.0
Two Lanes of Freedom

Two Lanes of Freedom

by Tim McGraw
February 5, 2013
The 12th studio release for the country singer is his first on the Big Machine label and it includes guest appearances from Taylor Swift and Keith Urban.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
6.9
Bottom of the World

Bottom of the World

by Terry Allen
February 5, 2013
This is the first studio release in over 14 years for the New Mexico-based alt-country singer-songwriter.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Conduit

Conduit

by Funeral For A Friend
February 5, 2013
The sixth full-length studio release for the Welsh post-hardcore band is its first with new drummer, Pat Lundy.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.0
Forever Endeavour

Forever Endeavour

by Ron Sexsmith
February 5, 2013
The 13th release for the Canadian singer-songwriter was produced by Mitchell Froom.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Lovesick Blues

Lovesick Blues

by Chris Stamey
February 5, 2013
The first solo album in nearly eight years for the dB's Chris Stamey includes acoustic arrangements.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
All That Echoes

All That Echoes

by Josh Groban
February 5, 2013
The sixth studio album for the vocal pop singer was produced by Rob Cavallo and includes guest appearances from trumpeter Arturo Sandoval and Italian singer Laura Pausini.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
6.3
Country Sleep

Country Sleep

by Night Beds
February 5, 2013
The debut full-length release from Winston Yellen was written and recorded in a rented Nashville house previously owned by Johnny Cash and June Carter.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.9
This Is How the Wind Shifts

This Is How the Wind Shifts

by Silverstein
February 5, 2013
The sixth studio release for the Canadian post-hardcore band is its first without guitarist Neil Boshart, who left the band in 2012.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
7.9
The  Lives Inside the Lines in Your Hand

The Lives Inside the Lines in Your Hand

by Matt Pond
February 5, 2013
Indie rock singer-songwriter Matt Pond drops the PA suffix on his ninth full-length release.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Us Alone

Us Alone

by Hayden
February 5, 2013
The seventh release from the Canadian singer-songwriter is his first on the Arts & Crafts label.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Oh, Mayhem!

Oh, Mayhem!

by Bettie Serveert
February 5, 2013
This is the 10th release from the Dutch indie rock band.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
No Love Lost

No Love Lost

by Joe Budden
February 5, 2013
The third solo release for the Slaughterhouse rapper features guest appearances from such artists as Lloyd Banks, Fabolous, French Montana, Lil Wayne, Omarion, Royce Da 5'9", Twista, and Wiz Khalifa.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
5.1
Without a Net

Without a Net

by Wayne Shorter
February 5, 2013
The third live release from the Wayne Shorter Quartet was recorded during the group's 2011 tour.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
5.6
Comfort/Distraction

Comfort/Distraction

by Broadway Calls
February 5, 2013
The third full-length release for the Oregon pop-punk rock trio was produced by Bill Stevenson of Descendents.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Hammer Down

Hammer Down

by Steeldrivers
February 5, 2013
Produced by Luke Wooton, the third release from the bluegrass/country band is the first with new guitarist/singer Gary Nichols and Brent Truitt.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Odeon

Odeon

by Tosca
February 5, 2013
The latest release from the Austrian electronic project of Richard Dorfmeister and Rupert Huber features guest vocalists such as Sarah Callier, Rodney Hunter, and JJ Jones.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
Pedestrian Verse

Pedestrian Verse

by Frightened Rabbit
February 5, 2013
The fourth studio release from the Scottish indie band led by Scott Hutchinson is its first on the Atlantic label.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.1
Regions of Light and Sound of God

Regions of Light and Sound of God

by Jim James
February 5, 2013
The debut solo release for My Morning Jacket's Jim James was inspired by Lynd Ward's 1929 graphic novel God's Man.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.3
Island Universe

Island Universe

by Feeding People
February 5, 2013
The second full-length release for the Orange County psych-rock band was produced by Hanni El Khatib and Johnny Bell of Crystal Antlers.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
tbd
In Guards We Trust

In Guards We Trust

by Guards
February 5, 2013
This is the second release for the Brooklyn indie rock band led by Richie Follin.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Anthems

Anthems

by Pure Love
February 5, 2013
This is the debut release from the rock band formed by former Gallows singer Frank Carter and Hope Conspiracy guitarist Jim Carroll.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Velvet Changes

Velvet Changes

by Dog Bite
February 5, 2013
This is the debut full-length pop release for Phil Jones as Dog Bite.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
tbd
Confrontations

Confrontations

by Umberto
February 5, 2013
This is the fourth release for Matt Hill as Umberto.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
A Moving Picture

A Moving Picture

by Devlin
February 4, 2013
The second full-length studio release from the British grime artist features guest appearances from Katy B, Diane Birch, Etta Bond, Chasing Grace, Ed Sheeran, and Wretch 32.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
4.8
Wraetlic

Wraetlic

by Wraetlic
February 4, 2013
This is the debut release for the vocal side project from Scottish electronic producer Alex Smoke.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Anna

Anna

by The Courteeners
February 4, 2013
The third full-length release from the Manchester indie rock band adds dance elements to their sound.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
tbd
No Thrills

No Thrills

by Amateur Best
February 3, 2013
This is the debut release from Joe Flory as Amateur Best.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
M B V

M B V

by My Bloody Valentine
February 2, 2013
The long-awaited follow-up to My Bloody Valentine's 1991 classic shoegaze album Loveless was made available on its website.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.4
Angels Without Wings

Angels Without Wings

by Heidi Talbot
January 29, 2013
The fifth solo release for the Irish singer was produced by John McCusker and includes guest appearances from King Creosote, Mark Knopfler, and Tim O’Brien.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
The  Sirens

The Sirens

by Chris Potter
January 29, 2013
The concept album inspired by Homer's The Odyssey is the first album with the saxophonist leading a group of musicians.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Live in Europe 1969: The Bootleg Series, Vol. 2

Live in Europe 1969: The Bootleg Series, Vol. 2

by Miles Davis Quintet
January 29, 2013
The four-disc CD/DVD box set features three live performances in Europe, including the Antibes Jazz Festival in 1969 by Miles Davis with Wayne Shorter, Chick Corea, Dave Holland, and Jack DeJohnette.
Metascore:
91
User Score:
8.0
Give In

Give In

by On an On
January 29, 2013
The debut release for the former Scattered Trees trio of Nate Eiesland, Alissa Ricci and Ryne Estwing was produced by Dave Newfeld.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.6
Fourth Corner

Fourth Corner

by Trixie Whitley
January 29, 2013
The debut full-length solo release for the daughter of the late blues guitarist Christ Whitley was produced by Thomas Bartlett.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.6
Running Still

Running Still

by Charlie Winston
January 29, 2013
The third release for the British singer-songwriter was produced by Tony Berg.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
The Flower Lane

The Flower Lane

by Ducktails
January 29, 2013
The fourth release for the side project from Real Estate guitarist Matt Mondanile includes contributions from such guests as Big Troubles, Madeline Follin, Joel Ford, Daniel Lopatin, and Sam Mehran.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.3
Heartthrob

Heartthrob

by Tegan and Sara
January 29, 2013
With the help of producers Greg Kurstin, Justin Meldal-Johnsen, Mike Elizondo, and Rob Cavallo, the Canadian twins display a more mainstream pop sound with their seventh release.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.1
Hummingbird

Hummingbird

by Local Natives
January 29, 2013
The sophomore release for the Los Angeles indie rock quartet produced by The National's Aaron Dessner is its first without bassist Andy Hamm (who left the band in 2011).
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.5
Ex Tropical

Ex Tropical

by Lost Animal
January 29, 2013
The debut release for Australian Jarrod Quarell was influenced by his childhood in Papua New Guinea.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
100 Records, Vol. 3

100 Records, Vol. 3

by Sonny Smith
January 29, 2013
The third and final release in Sonny Smith's 100 Records project, where he created 100 band names and recorded songs to go along with the album art created by known artists.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
All My Love In Half Light

All My Love In Half Light

by Lady Lazarus
January 29, 2013
The second release from California singer Melissa Ann Sweat as Lady Lazarus was recorded with Papercuts' Jason Quever.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Christopher

Christopher

by The Ruby Suns
January 29, 2013
The fourth release for the indie pop band led by Ryan McPhun was written after breaking up with his girlfriend and was inspired by the winter in Norway.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
tbd
Somewhere Else

Somewhere Else

by Indians
January 29, 2013
The debut full-length release from Danish singer-songwriter SĂžren LĂžkke Juul was recorded in a countryside studio outside Copenhagen.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.4
Rumours [35th Anniversary Deluxe Edition]

Rumours [35th Anniversary Deluxe Edition]

by Fleetwood Mac
January 29, 2013
The 1997 Grammy-winning album is reissued as an expanded and deluxe edition box set. The set includes live recordings from the 1977 world tour, outtakes from recording sessions, demos, and a DVD with the documentary, "The Rosebud Film."
Metascore:
99
User Score:
9.0
Feeling Mortal

Feeling Mortal

by Kris Kristofferson
January 29, 2013
Don Was produced the first album of new music from the actor/singer in four years.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Oddfellows

Oddfellows

by Tomahawk
January 29, 2013
The alternative rock supergroup comprised of Duane Denison, Mike Patton and John Stanier returns with its fourth release and a new member in Trevor Dunn, who takes over bass duties from Kevin Rutmanis.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.1
Vertikal

Vertikal

by Cult of Luna
January 29, 2013
The sixth full-length release from the Swedish metal band was inspired by Fritz Lang's film, Metropolis.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.0
Adam Green & Binki Shapiro

Adam Green & Binki Shapiro

by Adam Green
January 29, 2013
Moldy Peaches' Adam Green and Binki Shapiro of Little Joy come together on this debut release of 1960s-inspired songs about heartbreak.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.5
The Village

The Village

by Monoswezi
January 29, 2013
Scandinavian jazz combines with traditional African music from Zimbabwe and Mozambique on this second release from the world band led by saxophone player Hallvard Godal.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Eight

Eight

by Radar Bros.
January 29, 2013
The eighth release for the Los Angeles indie rock band led by Jim Putnam released only on Vinyl and digitally features new band members: Stevie Treichel, Be Hussey, Dan Iead, Brian Cleary, and Ethan Walter.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Candela

Candela

by Mice Parade
January 29, 2013
The seventh release for the band led by Adam Pierce sees the group adding more pop elements to the other music styles heard on previous albums.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Get Up!

Get Up!

by Ben Harper
January 29, 2013
The 12th studio release for Ben Harper features a collaboration with veteran blues artist Charlie Musselwhite.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.8
Burnt Up on Re-Entry

Burnt Up on Re-Entry

by Boduf Songs
January 29, 2013
The fifth release for Mat Sweet as Boduf Songs includes more guitars and electronics.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
The  Divinity of Purpose

The Divinity of Purpose

by Hatebreed
January 29, 2013
The sixth full-length studio release for the hardcore metal band led by Jamey Jasta was co-produced with Josh Wilbur and Zeuss.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.5
The  House at Sea

The House at Sea

by Amor de DĂ­as
January 29, 2013
The second release from the collaboration between Alasdair MacLean of the Clientele and Lupe NĂșñez-FernĂĄndez of Pipas was produced by Brian O'Shaughnessy.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
'Til Your River Runs Dry

'Til Your River Runs Dry

by Eric Burdon
January 29, 2013
The first release of new solo material since 2004's My Secret Life for the British singer-songwriter was co-produced with Tony Barnacle.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Out of It and Into It

Out of It and Into It

by Tall Firs
January 29, 2013
The Brooklyn duo return to their guitar roots for the band's third album on new label ATP Recordings.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
General Dome

General Dome

by Buke and Gase
January 29, 2013
The second full-length release for the Brooklyn-based duo was self-produced and recorded.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.1
Yeah Right

Yeah Right

by Bleeding Rainbow
January 29, 2013
The Philadelphia indie pop band Reading Rainbow returns with a new name and two new members: Greg Frantz and Al Creedon.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Fly Zone

Fly Zone

by Le1f
January 28, 2013
The New York experimental rapper's mixtape features guest appearances from Don Jone, Kitty Pryde, Haleek Maul, Rahel, SAFE, and Spank Rock.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Whispering Trees

Whispering Trees

by Plantman
January 28, 2013
This is the debut release for the Essex-based indie rock band led by former Beatglider singer Matt Randall.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Collections

Collections

by Delphic
January 28, 2013
The second release from the British indie dance trio includes influences from R&B and hip hip.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
tbd
Out of View

Out of View

by The History of Apple Pie
January 28, 2013
The debut release for the British quintet was self-produced by band guitarist Jerome Watson.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.7
The Bunkhouse, Vol. 1: Anchor Black Tattoo

The Bunkhouse, Vol. 1: Anchor Black Tattoo

by Fionn Regan
January 28, 2013
The fourth release fro the Irish singer-songwriter was recorded at his home studio.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Reasons To Live

Reasons To Live

by Hilly Eye
January 22, 2013
This is the debut full-length release from the duo formed by former Titus Andronicus member Amy Klein and Catherine Tung.
Metascore:
56
User Score:
tbd
Torres

Torres

by Torres
January 22, 2013
The debut album for Nashville's Mackenzie Scott was recorded live to tape over five days.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.4
Wolf's Law

Wolf's Law

by The Joy Formidable
January 22, 2013
This is the second full-length release from the Welsh alternative rock trio.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.9
Badwater

Badwater

by Speck Mountain
January 22, 2013
The third release from the Chicago self-described "ambient soul" duo of Marie-Claire Balabanian and Karl Briedrick added drummer Chris Dye and organist Linda Malonis to the band.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Wash the Sins Not Only the Face

Wash the Sins Not Only the Face

by Esben and the Witch
January 22, 2013
This is the second full-length release from the Brighton indie rock trio.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
6.6
Noctuary

Noctuary

by The Holydrug Couple
January 22, 2013
The second release from the psychedelic duo Ives SepĂșlveda and Manuel Parra was recorded at the band's home studio in Chile.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Coming Out of the Fog

Coming Out of the Fog

by Arbouretum
January 22, 2013
The fifth full-length release for the Baltimore psych-folk rock band led by Dave Heumann includes a guest appearance by Dave Hadley.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Anything In Return

Anything In Return

by Toro y Moi
January 22, 2013
The third full-length release for Chaz Bundick was inspired by his recent move from South Carolina to Berkeley, California.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.7
No Beginning No End

No Beginning No End

by José James
January 22, 2013
The R&B/jazz singer-songwriter's fourth full-length was co-produced with Pino Palladino and Brian Bender.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.3
Goldenheart

Goldenheart

by Dawn Richard
January 22, 2013
The debut full-length release from the former Danity Kane/Diddy Dirty Money singer was produced by Andrew "Druski" Scott, The Fisticuffs, and Deonte. It is the first of a planned trilogy of albums about love, loss, and redemption.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.1
Centralia

Centralia

by Mountains
January 22, 2013
The sixth release of acoustic instrumentation and electronics for the Brooklyn-based duo was self-recorded, edited, and mixed.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.2
True North

True North

by Bad Religion
January 22, 2013
The 16th release for the Southern California punk band was co-produced by the band and Joe Barresi.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.6
A Wonder Working Stone

A Wonder Working Stone

by Alasdair Roberts
January 22, 2013
The latest release from the Glasgow-based folk artist includes contributions from such artists as Olivia Chaney, Rafe Fitzpatrick, Ben Reynolds, and music ensemble Concerto Caledonia.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Tape One [EP]

Tape One [EP]

by Young Fathers
January 22, 2013
Originally released online in 2012, the eight-track EP is the debut release for the Scottish rap trio.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.6
Brokeback and the Black Rock

Brokeback and the Black Rock

by Brokeback
January 22, 2013
Douglas McCombs of Tortoise returns to his side project with a new band that includes Pete Croke, Chris Hansen, and James Elkington for his fourth release.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
My True Story

My True Story

by Aaron Neville
January 22, 2013
The first release on Blue Note for the R&B/Soul singer co-produced by by Keith Richards and Don Was covers some of the classic doo-wop songs that influenced his works.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Beta Love

Beta Love

by Ra Ra Riot
January 22, 2013
Produced by Dennis Herring, the third studio release for the New York indie band shows a more synth pop sound on its first album without cellist Alexandra Lawn.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
5.9
Chain Letters

Chain Letters

by Big Harp
January 22, 2013
The second release for husband-and-wife duo Christopher Senseney and Stefanie Drootin-Senseney sees the addition of drums to their folk rock sound.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd