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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 Días
January 29, 2013
The second release from the collaboration between Alasdair MacLean of the Clientele and Lupe Núñez-Fernández 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 Sepúlveda 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
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