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One Track Mind

One Track Mind

by Psychic Ills
February 19, 2013
The fourth release for the New York experimental rock band includes produced by Royal Trux’s Neil Hagerty.
Metascore:
70
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tbd
Silver Cloud [EP]

Silver Cloud [EP]

by Actress
February 19, 2013
The three-track EP from Darren Cunningham is Actress's first release on Werkdiscs since 2008's Hazyville.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Rough Carpenters

Rough Carpenters

by The Black Twig Pickers
February 19, 2013
The latest full-length release from the Appalachian folk band was recorded during the same sessions as its 2012's Wompyjawed EP.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Conceived in Sewage

Conceived in Sewage

by Devourment
February 19, 2013
The fourth full-length release for the Dallas death metal band was produced by Hate Eternal's Erik Rutan.
Metascore:
54
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Reach Beyond the Sun

Reach Beyond the Sun

by Shai Hulud
February 19, 2013
The fourth full-length release from the metalcore band sees the return of original vocalist Chad Gilbert, who had left in 1997 to join pop punk band, New Found Glory.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.4
The Waiting Room

The Waiting Room

by Lusine
February 19, 2013
The third full-length release for the Seattle-based electronic producer Jeff Mcilwain as Lusine includes guest vocals from Janelle Kienow, his wife Sarah Mcilwain, and Caitlin Sherman.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Flowers

Flowers

by Sin Fang
February 19, 2013
The third release as Sin Fang for Seabear singer Sindri Már Sigfússon was produced by Alex Somers.
Metascore:
72
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Albatross

Albatross

by Big Wreck
February 19, 2013
The third full-length release for the Canadian rock band with Brian Doherty and Ian Thornley (and two other members of Thornley's own band) is the first release in 11 years.
Metascore:
72
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tbd
Long Island

Long Island

by Endless Boogie
February 19, 2013
The third release for the Brooklyn rock band led by Paul Major sees the addition of guitarist Matt Sweeney.
Metascore:
79
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Artist Proof [Reissue]

Artist Proof [Reissue]

by Chris Darrow
February 19, 2013
The 1972 debut solo release for the Kaleidoscope singer is reissued with five bonus demo tracks.
Metascore:
85
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tbd
Donkey Punch the Night [EP]

Donkey Punch the Night [EP]

by Puscifer
February 19, 2013
The seven-track EP from Maynard James Keenan-led band includes two original songs, two covers ["Bohemian Rhapsody" by Queen and "Balls to the Wall" by Accept], and three remixes.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.0
Confessions

Confessions

by Buckcherry
February 19, 2013
The sixth full-length studio release for the Los Angeles hard rock band is its first on the Century Media label.
Metascore:
62
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Rituals

Rituals

by Team Ghost
February 18, 2013
This is the full-length debut for the rock band formed by former M83 member Nicolas Fromageau.
Metascore:
64
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Bushcraft

Bushcraft

by Baptists
February 18, 2013
The debut full-length release for the Vancouver metal band was produced by Kurt Ballou.
Metascore:
80
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House of Woo

House of Woo

by Maxmillion Dunbar
February 18, 2013
This is the second release for the Washington, D.C. electronic producer Andrew Field-Pickering.
Metascore:
79
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For Professional Use Only [Mixtape]

For Professional Use Only [Mixtape]

by AraabMuzik
February 15, 2013
The 20-track instrumental mixtape from the Dipset producer was released as a free download.
Metascore:
58
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Elephant Stone

Elephant Stone

by Elephant Stone
February 12, 2013
The second release for the Canadian psych rock band Elephant Stone led by Rishi Dhir.
Metascore:
71
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Holy Fire

Holy Fire

by Foals
February 12, 2013
The third full-length release from the British indie rock band was produced by Flood and Alan Moulder.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.2
Honeys

Honeys

by Pissed Jeans
February 12, 2013
The fourth full-length release from the Pennsylvania noise rock band was produced by Alex Newport.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.1
The Archer Trilogy, Pt. 3

The Archer Trilogy, Pt. 3

by The Deer Tracks
February 12, 2013
This is the final release of the Swedish electro-pop duo's Archer trilogy.
Metascore:
67
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tbd
How I Knew Her

How I Knew Her

by Nataly Dawn
February 12, 2013
One-half of the indie duo Pomplamoose, Nataly Dawn releases her debut autobiographical solo release that was produced by her Pomplamoose partner Jack Conte and funded by Kickstarter donations.
Metascore:
68
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tbd
Temper Temper

Temper Temper

by Bullet For My Valentine
February 12, 2013
Don Gilmore returns to produce the fourth studio release from the Welsh metal band.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
5.8
Early Fragments

Early Fragments

by Fear of Men
February 12, 2013
This is a collection of songs from singles, EPs, and limited releases from the British indie band led by Jess Weiss.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.3
The Orchestrion Project

The Orchestrion Project

by Pat Metheny
February 12, 2013
The 13 tracks were recorded live during Metheny's tour with his 21st century orchestrion.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
No Elephants

No Elephants

by Lisa Germano
February 12, 2013
The ninth studio release from the singer-songwriter was produced by Jamie Candiloro.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Homosapien

Homosapien

by PVT
February 12, 2013
This is the fourth release from the London-based Australian indie trio (previously known as Pivot).
Metascore:
71
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tbd
A Long Way to Fall

A Long Way to Fall

by Ulrich Schnauss
February 12, 2013
The synthesizer is a major component in the first solo album in six years for the German (now London-based) electronic artist.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.6
Cheater's Game

Cheater's Game

by Kelly Willis
February 12, 2013
Produced by Brad Jones, the first release from country singers Kelly Willis and Bruce Robison as a duo includes cover songs and new songs written by Robison.
Metascore:
80
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tbd
Fabriclive 67: Ben UFO

Fabriclive 67: Ben UFO

by Ben UFO
February 12, 2013
The latest Fabriclive release from Ben Thomson emphasizes the sounds of the Hessle Audio label he started with friends David Kennedy and Kev McAuley.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.0
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 Søren Løkke 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