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We Are the 21st Century Ambassadors of Peace & Magic

We Are the 21st Century Ambassadors of Peace & Magic

by Foxygen
January 22, 2013
The second full-length release for the psychedelic rock duo was produced by Richard Swift.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.6
FIDLAR

FIDLAR

by FIDLAR
January 22, 2013
This is the debut full-length release for Los Angles surf punk rock quartet.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.5
La Costa Perdida

La Costa Perdida

by Camper Van Beethoven
January 22, 2013
The first album in eight years for the alternative rock band was self-produced and influenced by their California roots.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.0
Hung at Heart

Hung at Heart

by The Growlers
January 22, 2013
The third full-length studio release for the garage rock band was self-produced.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.3
Almanac

Almanac

by Widowspeak
January 22, 2013
The second release for the duo of Molly Hamilton and Robert Earl Thomas was produced by Kevin McMahon.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Pillowfight

Pillowfight

by Pillowfight
January 22, 2013
This is the debut release from the collaboration between producer Dan the Automator and singer-songwriter Emily Wells.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
Adam Ant Is the BlueBlack Hussar In Marrying The Gunner's Daughter

Adam Ant Is the BlueBlack Hussar In Marrying The Gunner's Daughter

by Adam Ant
January 22, 2013
The first studio release in 17 years for the British pop singer was produced with Boz Boorer.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.3
Oak Island

Oak Island

by Nightlands
January 22, 2013
This is the second solo release for The War On Drugs' Dave Hartley as Nightlands.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Set You Free

Set You Free

by Gary Allan
January 22, 2013
The ninth studio release for the country singer features co-production with Greg Droman, Jay Joyce, and Mark Wright.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.3
In Focus?

In Focus?

by Shugo Tokumaru
January 22, 2013
The fifth release for the Japanese experimental pop artist was recorded by Tokumaru and mastered at Abbey Road Studios.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.2
Give Me All You Got

Give Me All You Got

by Carrie Rodriguez
January 22, 2013
The fifth full-length studio release for the Texas-born singer-songwriter was produced by Lee Townsend.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
13.0.0.0.0

13.0.0.0.0

by This Town Needs Guns
January 22, 2013
The second album for the British rock band is its first with new lead singer Henry Tremain (Stuart Smart left in 2011). The band announced they were transitioning to the name TTNG with this record.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.8
Petra Goes to the Movies

Petra Goes to the Movies

by Petra Haden
January 22, 2013
Petra Haden returns with a follow-up to her 2005 a capella album of The Who Sell Out with an album of a capella movie themes.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Home

Home

by Nosaj Thing
January 22, 2013
The second full-length solo release for Jason Chung as Nosaj Thing features Blonde Redhead's Kazu Makino and Chaz Bundick of Toro y Moi as guest vocalists.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.4
True Hallucinations

True Hallucinations

by Ex Cops
January 22, 2013
Produced by John Siket, the New York duo of Brian Harding and Amalie Bruun expands into a indie rock quintet on its debut full-length release.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
6.5
Nobody Dances in This Town

Nobody Dances in This Town

by He's My Brother She's My Sister
January 22, 2013
The debut release from the Los Angeles-based band led by brother and sister Rob and Rachel Kolar was produced by Thom Monahan.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Target Earth

Target Earth

by Voivod
January 22, 2013
The 13th release for the Montreal metal band is the first new guitarist Daniel Mongrain, who replaced the late Denis "Piggy" D'Amour's and the return of bassist Jean-Yves Thériault.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.3
Start the Party

Start the Party

by The Blackout
January 22, 2013
The fourth release from the Welsh rock six-piece was produced by Jason Perry.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Allez! Allez!

Allez! Allez!

by The Night Marchers
January 22, 2013
The second release from the John Reis-led rock band was recorded three years ago.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
The Lone Bellow

The Lone Bellow

by The Lone Bellow
January 22, 2013
Formerly known as Zach Williams & The Bellow, the debut release for the self-described Brooklyn country trio was produced by Charlie Peacock.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.8
Expecting Company? [EP]

Expecting Company? [EP]

by Henry Wagons
January 22, 2013
Henry Wagons of the Australian Americana band Wagons releases his solo debut EP featuring guest appearances by Sophia Brous, Robert Forster, Gossling, Jenn Grant, Patience Hodgson, and Alison Mosshart of The Kills.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Come Cry with Me

Come Cry with Me

by Daniel Romano
January 22, 2013
The third solo country release from the Canadian singer was self-produced.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
4.9
Hardcourage

Hardcourage

by FaltyDL
January 21, 2013
This is the third full-length studio release for the New York City-based producer Drew Lustman.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Let It All In

Let It All In

by I Am Kloot
January 21, 2013
The sixth full-length studio release for the British indie rock band was co-produced by Guy Garvey and Craig Potter of Elbow.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.1
Long.Live.A$AP

Long.Live.A$AP

by A$AP Rocky
January 15, 2013
2 Chainz, Action Bronson, Big K.R.I.T., Danny Brown, Drake, Joey Bada$$, Kendrick Lamar, Santigold, Schoolboy Q, Skrillex, and Yelawolf guest on the official debut studio release for the New York rapper.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.8
California X

California X

by California X
January 15, 2013
This is the debut full-length release for the Amherst, Mass., rock trio.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Lysandre

Lysandre

by Christopher Owens
January 15, 2013
The debut solo release for the former frontman for the indie band Girls traces the long-distance relationship he had with a woman named Lysandre.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.3
Fade

Fade

by Yo La Tengo
January 15, 2013
Tortoise's John McEntire takes over as producer from Roger Moutenot (who worked on the band's releases since 1993) on the 13th release from the New Jersey indie rock trio.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.1
Elements of Light

Elements of Light

by Pantha du Prince
January 15, 2013
The fourth release from Pantha du Prince sees the techno producer working with Norwegian percussion group The Bell Laboratory and sounds from a bell carillon--an instrument with 50 bronze bells.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.4
Love Sign

Love Sign

by Free Energy
January 15, 2013
The second release for the Philadelphia rock quintet was produced by John Agnello.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
6.0
Light Up Gold

Light Up Gold

by Parquet Courts
January 15, 2013
This is the debut full-length release on What's Your Rupture? for the Brooklyn-based rock quartet from Texas.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.3
Mystical Weapons

Mystical Weapons

by Mystical Weapons
January 15, 2013
This is the debut release from the improvisational collaboration between Sean Lennon and Deerhoof's Greg Saunier.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Manifestra

Manifestra

by Erin McKeown
January 15, 2013
The seventh full-length release for the singer-songwriter features guest appearances from artists such as Sean Hayes, Anais Mitchell, Ryan Montbleau, David Wax Museum, and Polly Paulusma.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Academy Songs, Vol. 1

Academy Songs, Vol. 1

by Holopaw
January 15, 2013
Life at an all-boys school is the theme behind the fourth release for the indie rock band led by John Orth.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Beautiful

Beautiful

by Teena Marie
January 15, 2013
The posthumous release of the final album from the soul singer was overseen by her daughter Alia Rose and producer Doug Grigsby.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Arc

Arc

by Everything Everything
January 14, 2013
The second release for the British indie pop quartet was produced by David Kosten.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.2
Lost Sirens

Lost Sirens

by New Order
January 14, 2013
The eight-track release contains tracks recorded during the recording of 2005's Waiting For The Sirens Call.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
6.3
The Moths Are Real

The Moths Are Real

by Serafina Steer
January 14, 2013
The third full-length release for the harp-playing singer-songwriter was produced by Joe Cocker.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
D.A.I.S.Y. Rage [EP]

D.A.I.S.Y. Rage [EP]

by Kitty
January 11, 2013
The 8-track EP from the rap artist formerly known as Kitty Pryde features guest appearances from Antwon, Lakutis, Travie McCoy, and The All-American Rejects.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Cross Culture

Cross Culture

by Joe Lovano Us Five
January 8, 2013
This is the third release from the tenor saxophonist with the Us Five quintet.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Berberian Sound Studio

Berberian Sound Studio

by Broadcast
January 8, 2013
The soundtrack to Berberian Sound Studio, Peter Strickland's homage to Italian horror films, is the final album for Trish Keenan, who passed away in January 2011.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.3
Lady from Shanghai

Lady from Shanghai

by Pere Ubu
January 8, 2013
The 15th studio release for the Cleveland post-punk group led by David Thomas is the band's idea of dance music.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
6.1
Signed and Sealed in Blood

Signed and Sealed in Blood

by Dropkick Murphys
January 8, 2013
Flogging Molly's Ted Hutt returns to produce the eighth studio release for the Boston punk rock band.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.8
Blood Oaths of the New Blues

Blood Oaths of the New Blues

by Wooden Wand
January 8, 2013
The second release on Fire Records for James Jackson Toth under the Wooden Wand name sees the singer-songwriter working with a band that includes David Hickox, Janet Elizabeth Simpson, Jody Nelson, Brad Davis, and Les Nuby III.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
6.6
Wretched and Divine: The Story of the Wild Ones

Wretched and Divine: The Story of the Wild Ones

by Black Veil Brides
January 8, 2013
Produced by John Feldmann, the third release for the metal band is a concept album set in a post-apocalyptic future where a group of rebels called The Wild Ones fight against an organization named F.E.A.R.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.3
Contrast

Contrast

by Conor Maynard
January 8, 2013
The debut release for the 19-year-old British pop singer features guest appearances by Ne-Yo, Rita Ora, and Pharrell.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
5.9
True [EP]

True [EP]

by Solange
January 8, 2013
Beyoncé's younger sister returns with a seven-track EP she co-wrote and co-produced with Devonté Hynes. Digitally released 27 November 2012.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.8
Run for Cover [EP]

Run for Cover [EP]

by The Living Sisters
January 8, 2013
The Los Angeles singer-songwriter trio becomes a quartet with the addition of Alex Lilly on this six-track covers EP.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
War of the Gargantuas [EP]

War of the Gargantuas [EP]

by Philip H. Anselmo
January 8, 2013
The four-track split release from Pantera/Down singer Philip Anselmo and Texas trash metal band Warbeast is a taster for full-length albums from both artists later in the year.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
No Compass Will Find Home

No Compass Will Find Home

by Merz
January 7, 2013
Conrad Lambert worked with producer Matthew Herbert on his fourth full-length release.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Freakish

Freakish

by Joe Gideon & The Shark
January 7, 2013
This is the second release for the London-based rock band formed by Joe Gideon and his sister Viva Seifert.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Trouble Man: Heavy Is the Head

Trouble Man: Heavy Is the Head

by T.I.
December 18, 2012
The eighth full-length studio album for the Atlanta rapper includes guest appearances from such artists as Akon, Andre 3000, ASAP Rocky, Cee Lo Green, R. Kelly, Lil Wayne, Meek Mill, and Pink.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.1
Dogs Eating Dogs [EP]

Dogs Eating Dogs [EP]

by blink-182
December 18, 2012
The five-track EP was self-produced and recorded in two months.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.5
Django Unchained [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack]

Django Unchained [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack]

by Various Artists
December 18, 2012
The soundtrack to Quentin Tarantino's homage to spaghetti Westerns includes influences from folk rock, R&B, soul, and hip-hop.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.9
Finally Rich

Finally Rich

by Chief Keef
December 18, 2012
The debut full-length studio album for the Chicago rapper includes guest appearances from such artist as 50 Cent, French Montana, Lil Reese, Rick Ross, Wiz Khalifa, and Young Jeezy.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
5.6
Loyal

Loyal

by Heathered Pearls
December 11, 2012
This is the debut full-length ambient release for Brooklyn-based producer Jakub Alexander as Heathered Pearls.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Selling My Soul

Selling My Soul

by Masta Killa
December 11, 2012
The third solo release for the Wu-Tang Clan member features guest appearances from Kurupt and Ol' Dirty Bastard (posthumously).
Metascore:
62
User Score:
2.7
Buddy and Jim

Buddy and Jim

by Buddy Miller
December 11, 2012
Buddy Miller and Jim Lauderdale recorded their debut country duet release in three days.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Crazy World LP

Crazy World LP

by Boys Like Girls
December 11, 2012
The third full-length release for the Boston quartet sees the band moving further from its pop-punk roots with influences from country and pop music.
Metascore:
41
User Score:
5.8
Tre!

Tre!

by Green Day
December 11, 2012
The final album in the ¡Uno! ¡Dos! ¡Tré! trilogy for the punk rock band.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
6.7
Unorthodox Jukebox

Unorthodox Jukebox

by Bruno Mars
December 11, 2012
The second full-length release for the singer-songwriiter/producer includes production by Jeff Bhasker, Diplo, Paul Epworth, Mark Ronson, The Smeezingtons, and Andrew Wyatt.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.0
Vicious Lies and Dangerous Rumors

Vicious Lies and Dangerous Rumors

by Big Boi
December 11, 2012
The second solo release for the OutKast rapper features guest appearances from such artists as A$AP Rocky, B.o.B, Kid Cudi, Killer Mike, Little Dragon, Ludacris, Phantogram, Kelly Rowland, T.I., and Wavves.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.6
Dutch Tvashar Plumes

Dutch Tvashar Plumes

by Lee Gamble
December 11, 2012
The second techno release in 2012 from electronic producer Lee Gamble.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Jesus Piece

Jesus Piece

by Game
December 11, 2012
The fifth studio release for California rapper The Game features guest appearances from such artists as 2 Chainz, Big Sean, Chris Brown, J. Cole, Common, Jamie Foxx, Kendrick Lamar, Lil Wayne, Rick Ross, Tyga, Kanye West, and Wiz Khalifa.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.4
Exorcism of Envy

Exorcism of Envy

by Mark Stewart
December 11, 2012
Mark Stewart's 2012 release The Politics of Envy is remixed with the help of such artists as Factory Floor, Keith Levene, Lee "Scratch" Perry, Daddy G of Massive Attack, and Primal Scream.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Kuopio

Kuopio

by Vladislav Delay
December 11, 2012
This is the latest electronic release from Sasu Ripatti under the name Vladislav Delay.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Moves

Moves

by Singing Adams
December 10, 2012
This is the second release for Steven Adams of The Broken Family Band as the music project, the Singing Adams.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
The  Complete Columbia Album Collection

The Complete Columbia Album Collection

by Johnny Cash
December 4, 2012
The 63 discs collection collects all 59 albums plus two compilations from Columbia Records by the country music legend.
Metascore:
99
User Score:
7.4
Majenta

Majenta

by Jimmy Edgar
December 4, 2012
Sexual themes continue to dominate the third release for the Detroit producer/photographer/electronic artist.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
tbd
Warrior

Warrior

by Ke$ha
December 4, 2012
Iggy Pop sings a duet on the second full-length release produced by Dr. Luke for the dance-pop singer.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.1
LP [2012]

LP [2012]

by Container
December 4, 2012
The second release for the techno artist Ren Schofield is also called LP like his debut as Container.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Fall to Grace

Fall to Grace

by Paloma Faith
December 4, 2012
The second studio release for the British singer was produced by Nellee Hooper and Jake Gosling.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
8.6
Grace/Confusion

Grace/Confusion

by Memory Tapes
December 4, 2012
This is the third full-length album for Dayve Hawk as Memory Tapes.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
6.6
O.N.I.F.C.

O.N.I.F.C.

by Wiz Khalifa
December 4, 2012
2 Chainz, Cam'ron, Juicy J, Courtney Noelle, Pharrell, and The Weeknd guest on the second release on Atlantic Records from the Pittsburgh rapper.
Metascore:
56
User Score:
5.2
Pale Fire

Pale Fire

by El Perro del Mar
December 4, 2012
This is the fourth full-length studio release for the Sweden's Sarah Assbring as El Perro Del Mar.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
6.5
Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness [Deluxe Edition]

Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness [Deluxe Edition]

by The Smashing Pumpkins
December 4, 2012
The alternative rock band's third album released in 1995 is remastered and reissued with a DVD of its 1996 concert at London's Brixton Academy, a performance on Germany's Rockpalast, as well as 64 tracks of B-sides, demos, remixes, alternative versions, and unreleased songs on the deluxe CD/DVD box set.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.9
Living with Ghosts

Living with Ghosts

by Sigha
December 4, 2012
This is the debut full-length release for the Berlin-based British electronic producer James Shaw as Sigha.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Orbiting

Orbiting

by Bambounou
December 4, 2012
This is the debut full-length release for French producer Jéremy Guindo as Bambounou.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Quarter Turns Over a Living Line

Quarter Turns Over a Living Line

by Raime
December 4, 2012
This is the debut full-length release from the British duo of Tom Halstead and Joe Andrews.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.6
Orbits

Orbits

by Starkey
December 4, 2012
The third full-length studio release from the Philadelphia electronic producer continues his mix of dubstep, grime, and hip hop sounds.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
tbd
A Wretched Virile Lore

A Wretched Virile Lore

by Mogwai
December 4, 2012
Mogwai's 2011 release Hardcore Will Never Die, But You Will is remixed by such artists as Cylob, Tim Hecker, The Soft Moon, Umberto, and Zombi.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
Parklive

Parklive

by Blur
December 4, 2012
The two-disc live recording of the alternative rock band's performance at London's Hyde Park on August 12, 2012 was a part of the Summer Olympics celebration. A deluxe five-disc version includes a DVD of the show, a CD of songs recorded at the 100 Club, and another CD of live songs from other concert dates/recording sessions.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
7.9
Music For the Quiet Hour/The Drawbar Organ EPs

Music For the Quiet Hour/The Drawbar Organ EPs

by Shackleton
December 4, 2012
The box set contains three vinyl LPs featuring sounds made from an Italian drawbar organ and a CD with an hour of experimental electronic music featuring Vengeance Tenfold.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
7.2
Bish Bosch

Bish Bosch

by Scott Walker
December 4, 2012
The first studio solo release for the American-born singer-songwriter since 2006's The Drift was recorded over three years.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.7
Carry On

Carry On

by Willy Mason
December 3, 2012
The third full-length release for the New York-born singer-songwriter was produced by Dan Carey.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
The Female Boss

The Female Boss

by Tulisa
December 3, 2012
The debut solo release for the former member of N-Dubz and current The X Factor (UK) judge features guest appearances by the Nines, Tyga, and Wiley.
Metascore:
35
User Score:
5.6
The  Defenestration of St. Martin

The Defenestration of St. Martin

by Martin Rossiter
December 3, 2012
The former lead singer of the Britpop band Gene returns with his debut solo album.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.9
Tenology [Boxset]

Tenology [Boxset]

by 10cc
November 27, 2012
The CD/DVD box set of the British art rock quartet includes singles, b-sides, rare tracks. The DVD contains footage of their appearances on Top of the Pop, BBC in Concert, and promotional videos.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
The Narcissist II [Mixtape]

The Narcissist II [Mixtape]

by Dean Blunt
November 27, 2012
The mixtape from Hype Williams' member Dean Blunt was originally released online on February 2012 is remixed and remastered.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Rage Against the Machine XX [20th Anniversary Edition]

Rage Against the Machine XX [20th Anniversary Edition]

by Rage Against the Machine
November 27, 2012
The self-titled 1992 debut album from Rage Against the Machine is reissued and remastered. Additional B-sides, songs from the band's demo tape, and DVDs are included on the special edition/deluxe box set versions.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.8
Synthesized

Synthesized

by Junkie XL
November 27, 2012
Dutch electronic producer Tom Holkenborg releases his latest album of dance music as Junkie XL.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Wu Block

Wu Block

by Wu Block
November 27, 2012
The collaboration between Ghostface Killah and Sheek Louch features guest appearances by Cappadonna, Erykah Badu, as well as members of Wu-Tang (GZA, Inspectah Deck, Masta Killa, Method Man, Raekwon) and The Lox/D-Block (Styles P and Jadakiss).
Metascore:
69
User Score:
5.4
GMB

GMB

by Pac Div
November 27, 2012
The second full-length studio release for the rap trio includes guest appearances by Blu, Kurupt, Kendrick Lamar, and Mac Miller.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
The  Lovers

The Lovers

by Lone Wolf
November 27, 2012
The second full-length release for Paul Marshall as Lone Wolf was released on his own label with the help of Pledge Music.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Girl on Fire

Girl on Fire

by Alicia Keys
November 27, 2012
The fifth release for the R&B singer features co-written with such artists as Babyface, Gary Clark Jr., Dr. Dre, John Legend, Bruno Mars, Frank Ocean, and Emeli Sandé.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.6
Live at the Gluepot 1980

Live at the Gluepot 1980

by Toy Love
November 27, 2012
The live release captures one of the last performances from the New Zealand alternative rock band led by Chris Knox at The Gluepot in Ponsonby, Auckland in 1980.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Joan Of Arc

Joan Of Arc

by Joan of Arc
November 27, 2012
The latest release for the indie rock band led by Tim Kinsella is a seven track album.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Ten

Ten

by Girls Aloud
November 26, 2012
The second compilation for the pop group formed on the British show Popstars: The Rivals includes four new songs.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
5.9
Right Place Right Time

Right Place Right Time

by Olly Murs
November 26, 2012
The third studio release for the runner-up of the 2009 season of The X Factor (UK) includes a guest appearance from Flo Rida.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
7.1
Jummy

Jummy

by Gerry Read
November 26, 2012
The British electronic producer releases his debut full-length release of house music.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd