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Pines

Pines

by A Fine Frenzy
October 16, 2012
The third release for Alison Sudol as A Fine Frenzy was inspired by time in California's redwoods and the Washington's Cascade mountains.
Metascore:
66
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tbd
Burning Daylight

Burning Daylight

by King Dude
October 16, 2012
This is the third full-length release for the TJ Cowgill dark folk project.
Metascore:
68
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Former Lives

Former Lives

by Benjamin Gibbard
October 16, 2012
The debut solo release for the Death Cab For Cutie singer under his name (he released a solo album under the name All-Time Quarterback! in 1999) features a duet with Aimee Mann.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
6.8
System Preferences

System Preferences

by Earlimart
October 16, 2012
This is the seventh release for the Los Angeles-based indie pop duo of Aaron Espinoza and Ariana Murray.
Metascore:
66
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Department of Disappearance

Department of Disappearance

by Jason Lytle
October 16, 2012
The latest solo album for the former frontman of Grandaddy was recorded at his home studio in Montana.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.5
Colored Emotions

Colored Emotions

by Night Moves
October 16, 2012
Originally released on Bandcamp in 2011, the debut full-length release for the Minneapolis indie rock trio was rerecorded by producer Thom Monahan for its release on the Domino label.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.5
Tender New Signs

Tender New Signs

by Tamaryn
October 16, 2012
This is the second release for the San Francisco-based duo of Tamaryn and Rex John Shelverton.
Metascore:
72
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Sunken Condos

Sunken Condos

by Donald Fagen
October 16, 2012
The fourth solo release for the Steely Dan frontman was co-produced with Michael Leonhart.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.1
The Origin of Love

The Origin of Love

by Mika
October 16, 2012
The third full-length studio release for the British pop singer features guest appearances by Priscilla Renea and Pharrell Williams.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.3
2

2

by Mac DeMarco
October 16, 2012
This is the debut full-length release for the former member of Canadian indie pop band, Makeout Videotape.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.7
Come Home To Mama

Come Home To Mama

by Martha Wainwright
October 16, 2012
The third full-length studio release for the singer-songwriter was produced by Cibo Matto's Yuka Honda and features such guests as Nels Cline, Sean Lennon, and Dirty Three drummer Jim White.
Metascore:
75
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tbd
Glassheart

Glassheart

by Leona Lewis
October 15, 2012
The third studio release for the British singer features writing and production by such artists as Rodney Jerkins, Naughty Boy, Emeli Sandé, Fraser T. Smith, and Ryan Tedder.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
7.3
Valedictorian/Exoskeleton [EP]

Valedictorian/Exoskeleton [EP]

by Dan Friel
October 15, 2012
The four-track solo EP from the Parts & Labor singer features two new songs and remixes of them.
Metascore:
75
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Monster

Monster

by Kiss
October 9, 2012
The 20th studio release for the rock band led by Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley was recorded on analog equipment.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.2
Napalm

Napalm

by Xzibit
October 9, 2012
The seventh studio release for the rapper is his first since 2006's Full Circle and features such guests as David Banner, Bishop Lamont, E-40, Game, Prodigy, and Wiz Khalifa.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
5.8
Accelerator [Reissue]

Accelerator [Reissue]

by Royal Trux
October 9, 2012
This is a reissue of the 1998 album from the alternative rock duo of Neil Hagerty and Jennifer Herrema.
Metascore:
83
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Stunt Rhythms

Stunt Rhythms

by Two Fingers
October 9, 2012
Amon Tobin's second release as Two Fingers was a solo effort.
Metascore:
76
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II

II

by Bad Books
October 9, 2012
This is the second release from the collaboration between Kevin Devine and Manchester Orchestra.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.3
The Parallax II: Future Sequence

The Parallax II: Future Sequence

by Between the Buried and Me
October 9, 2012
Produced with Jamie King, the sixth studio album for the metal band is a sequel to its 2011 EP release The Parallax: Hypersleep Dialogues.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.7
Don't Panic

Don't Panic

by All Time Low
October 9, 2012
The fifth full-length release for the pop punk band was produced by band members Mike Green and Alex Gaskarth.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.3
Numbers

Numbers

by MellowHype
October 9, 2012
Earl Sweatshirt, Mike G, and Frank Ocean guest on the third studio album from the rap duo of Hodgy Beats and producer Left Brain.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.8
Glow

Glow

by Kaki King
October 9, 2012
Backed by the strings quartet Ethel, the guitarist releases her sixth full-length album.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Glad All Over

Glad All Over

by The Wallflowers
October 9, 2012
The sixth full-length release for the alternative rock band led by Jakob Dylan is its first studio-recorded album in seven years.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.3
Riitiir

Riitiir

by Enslaved
October 9, 2012
This is the 12th studio release for the Norwegian heavy metal band.
Metascore:
64
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tbd
Lonerism

Lonerism

by Tame Impala
October 9, 2012
The second release for the Perth, Australian band led by Kevin Parker was co-produce with Dave Fridmann.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.8
Elemental Themes

Elemental Themes

by Chrome Canyon
October 9, 2012
Morgan Z's debut release is an instrumental album of music inspired by electronic film scores of the past.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Archipelago

Archipelago

by Hidden Orchestra
October 9, 2012
The latest release from the Joe Acheson's jazz collective features contributions from such musicians as Su-a Lee, Mary MacMaster, Floex, and Phil Cardwell.
Metascore:
70
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tbd
The  Heist

The Heist

by Ryan Lewis
October 9, 2012
The debut release for Seattle rapper Macklemore and producer Ryan Lewis features such guests as Ab-Soul, Ben Bridwell of Band of Horses, ScHoolboy Q, and Allen Stone.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.7
Shifty Adventures in Nookie Wood

Shifty Adventures in Nookie Wood

by John Cale
October 9, 2012
The first album of new music in seven years from the Velvet Underground co-founder includes a song featuring Danger Mouse.
Metascore:
73
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tbd
Halcyon

Halcyon

by Ellie Goulding
October 9, 2012
The second release for the British pop singer was produced by Jim Eliot.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.7
A Dream Deferred

A Dream Deferred

by Skyzoo
October 9, 2012
The second studio release for the Brooklyn rapper features guest appearances by Raheem DeVaughn, Freeway, Jill Scott, and Talib Kweli.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.6
Mumps, Etc.

Mumps, Etc.

by Why?
October 9, 2012
The fifth full-length release for the indie quartet was recorded on tape before being mixed by Graham Marsh and Yoni Wolf.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.9
Lace Up

Lace Up

by MGK
October 9, 2012
The official debut full-length release for Cleveland's Machine Gun Kelly features such guests as Bun B, DMX, Lil Jon, Tech N9ne, Twista, Waka Flocka Flame, and Young Jeezy.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
5.7
Negative Fascination

Negative Fascination

by Silent Servant
October 9, 2012
The debut full-length release for Los Angeles-based Juan Mendez was influenced by post-punk, industrial, and techno music.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Cokefloat!

Cokefloat!

by PAWS
October 9, 2012
The debut full-length release for the Scottish indie rock trio was produced by Rory Atwell of Test Icicles.
Metascore:
66
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tbd
Construction Sounds

Construction Sounds

by Schneider TM
October 9, 2012
The fourth release by Dirk Dresselhaus as Schneider TM is based on sounds he recorded around construction sites near his house.
Metascore:
76
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tbd
Twins

Twins

by Ty Segall
October 9, 2012
This is the San Francisco rock singer's third release in 2012 (the other two were: Hair with White Fence and Slaughterhouse with his own band).
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.5
#3

#3

by The Script
October 9, 2012
The third studio album from the Irish rock trio was recorded in Los Angeles and features will.i.am as a guest on one track.
Metascore:
38
User Score:
5.9
METZ

METZ

by METZ
October 9, 2012
The debut full-length release for the Canadian hard rock band was recorded in a barn by Graham Walsh and Alexandre Bonenfant.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
7.7
119

119

by Trash Talk
October 9, 2012
The fourth release for the Sacramento hardcore band is its first on the Odd Future label.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
All We Love We Leave Behind

All We Love We Leave Behind

by Converge
October 9, 2012
This is the eigth studio release from the Boston metalcore band led by Kurt Ballou.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.6
Shut Down The Streets

Shut Down The Streets

by A.C. Newman
October 9, 2012
The latest solo album from The New Pornographers frontman was recorded in Woodstock and features Neko Case as a guest vocalist.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.4
Unfinished Business

Unfinished Business

by Wanda Jackson
October 9, 2012
Produced by Justin Townes Earle, the rockabilly singer covers some songs by such artists as Woody Guthrie/Wilco, Sonny Thompson, Townes Van Zant, and Bobby Womack.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
New Relics

New Relics

by Errors
October 9, 2012
The eight-track album follows the Scottish trio's third album, Have Some Faith In Magic, released earlier this year.
Metascore:
61
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tbd
Long Wave

Long Wave

by Jeff Lynne
October 9, 2012
The ELO frontman releases a covers album of songs that inspired him, including Bobby Darin's "Beyond the Sea," Fain & Webster's "Love Is a Many Splendored Thing," Etta James' "At Last," Rodgers and Hammerstein's "If I Loved You," Rodgers & Hart's "Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered," and the Rolling Stones' "Mercy, Mercy."
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.5
Pour Une Âme Souveraine: A Dedication to Nina Simone

Pour Une Âme Souveraine: A Dedication to Nina Simone

by Me'Shell Ndegéocello
October 9, 2012
Meshell Ndegeocello co-produced the tribute album to Nina Simone with Chris Bruce and it features guest appearances by Cody Chesnutt, Valerie June, Sinéad O'Connor, Toshi Reagon, and Tracy Wannomae.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Lonesome Dreams

Lonesome Dreams

by Lord Huron
October 9, 2012
This is the debut full-length release for the Ben Schneider folk rock project.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.7
Diluvia

Diluvia

by Freelance Whales
October 9, 2012
The second release for the indie pop quintet from New York was produced by Shane Stoneback.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.2
Reviver

Reviver

by Callers
October 9, 2012
The third studio release for the Brooklyn-based band sees the duo of Sara Lucas and Ryan Seaton expanding its lineup for this record.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Sunday Run Me Over

Sunday Run Me Over

by Holly Golightly & the Brokeoffs
October 9, 2012
The second release in 2012 for the Georgia-based duo continues its transition from Ggarage rock to country-blues music.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
The Afterman: Ascension

The Afterman: Ascension

by Coheed and Cambria
October 9, 2012
The latest concept album for the New York rock band is the first of a planned double album (The Afterman: Descension is scheduled for Feb 2013) about Sirius Amory's discovery of what is holding the Keywork together.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.6
Mr. Blue Sky: The Very Best

Mr. Blue Sky: The Very Best

by Electric Light Orchestra
October 9, 2012
Jeff Lynne re-recorded some of the classic Electric Light Orchestra songs with new technology.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.6
Dirty Glow

Dirty Glow

by Naytronix
October 9, 2012
This is the debut release for the solo music project from the tUnE-yArDs' Nate Brenner.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
Release Me

Release Me

by Barbra Streisand
October 9, 2012
The latest release from the vocalist is a collection of 11 unreleased songs that span her career including a studio version of "With One More Look At You" from "A Star Is Born" and a version of "I Think It's Going To Rain Today" with Randy Newman on piano.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.9
The Connection

The Connection

by Papa Roach
October 9, 2012
The seventh studio album for the nu-metal/hard rock band was produced by James Michael of Sixx: A.M. and John Feldmann of Goldfinger.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.7
A Different Arrangement

A Different Arrangement

by Black Marble
October 9, 2012
The debut full-length release for the Brooklyn duo of Chris Stewart and Ty Kube was influenced by synth-based music of the 1980s.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Death Is the Only Mortal

Death Is the Only Mortal

by The Acacia Strain
October 9, 2012
The sixth studio album for the deathcore metal band from Massachusetts is its first on Rise Records.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Love and Regret

Love and Regret

by Cold Showers
October 9, 2012
Elements of post-punk and dance pop are heard on the debut full-length release from the Los Angeles band.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Sirens

Sirens

by Nine Black Alps
October 8, 2012
The fourth release for the Manchester, England band is its first with new band members, guitarist David Jones and bassist Karl Astbury (formerly with The Witches).
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
All Our Favourite Stories

All Our Favourite Stories

by Dog Is Dead
October 8, 2012
This is the debut full-length release for the Nottingham indie pop quintet.
Metascore:
55
User Score:
tbd
Feat

Feat

by The Hood Internet
October 2, 2012
Astronautalis, Cadence Weapon, Class Actress, Hooray For Earth, AC Newman, Sims are some of the guest artists on the debut sample-free release from the Chicago mashup DJs of Aaron Brink (ABX) and Steve Reidell (STV SLV).
Metascore:
54
User Score:
tbd
Art History

Art History

by California Wives
October 2, 2012
The debut full-length release for the Chicago band influenced by 1980s new wave and alternative rock was produced by Claudius Mittendorfer.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Sticks + Stones

Sticks + Stones

by Cher Lloyd
October 2, 2012
The debut release for the British singer/rapper who appeared on the 2010 UK version of the X Factor show was produced by RedOne. The US edition has two songs that are different than the UK 2011 release.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
5.1
The 2nd Law

The 2nd Law

by Muse
October 2, 2012
The sixth album for the British rock band features bassist Chris Wolstenholme on lead vocals for two tracks he wrote.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.1
Sugaring Season

Sugaring Season

by Beth Orton
October 2, 2012
The first album in six years for the singer-songwriter was produced by Tucker Martine and is her first on the Anti label.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.3
Space Zone

Space Zone

by Young Smoke
October 2, 2012
This is the debut solo release for footwork artist, David Davis.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Until the Quiet Comes

Until the Quiet Comes

by Flying Lotus
October 2, 2012
Erykah Badu, Laura Darlington, Niki Randa, Thundercat, and Thom Yorke guest on the fourth release for the California electronic producer.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.2
Gold Dust

Gold Dust

by Tori Amos
October 2, 2012
The second release under the Deutsche Grammophon label from Tori Amos contains 14 [15 on the deluxe editions] of her songs reworked with the Metropole Orchestra conducted by Jules Buckley.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.5
At the Down-Turned Jagged Rim of the Sky

At the Down-Turned Jagged Rim of the Sky

by Jessica Bailiff
October 2, 2012
The Ohio-based indie singer-songwriter releases her first album of new songs since 2006's Feels Like Home.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Glad Rag Doll

Glad Rag Doll

by Diana Krall
October 2, 2012
Produced by T-Bone Burnett, the covers album from Diana Krall includes songs culled from the collection of 78s her father had.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.5
Transcendental Youth

Transcendental Youth

by The Mountain Goats
October 2, 2012
The 14th studio release for the folk rock band led by John Darnielle features horns by Matthew E. White.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.5
Don't Be a Stranger

Don't Be a Stranger

by Mark Eitzel
October 2, 2012
Produced by Sheldon Gomberg, American Music Club's Mark Eitzel returns with his sixth solo album after suffering a heart attack in 2011.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Heavy Mood

Heavy Mood

by Tilly and the Wall
October 2, 2012
The Omaha, Nebraska indie pop band returns with a more rock oriented sound for its fourth release.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.0
Ancient Mars

Ancient Mars

by The Zolas
October 2, 2012
This is the second release for the Canadian indie rock duo of Tom Dobrzanski and Zach Gray.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
Fanatic

Fanatic

by Heart
October 2, 2012
Produced by Ben Mink, the Wilson sisters return with their 14th studio album.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.2
Lightning

Lightning

by Matt & Kim
October 2, 2012
The fourth release for Brooklyn duo was self-produced and recorded in their former apartment in New York.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
7.0
Traveling Alone

Traveling Alone

by Tift Merritt
October 2, 2012
Produced by Tucker Martine, the fifth studio album for the New York-based singer-songwriter features Jay Brown, John Convertino, Eric Heywood, and Marc Ribot as guest musicians.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Soft Fall

Soft Fall

by Sun Airway
October 2, 2012
Jon Barthmus worked both at home and in the studio with David Wrench for his second indie pop release.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Who Needs Who

Who Needs Who

by Dark Dark Dark
October 2, 2012
The third studio album for indie band was written while on tour and explores the emotions that came from the relationship band members Nona Marie Invie and Marshall LaCount had with each other.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Circles

Circles

by Moon Duo
October 2, 2012
The second full-length release from the San Francisco-based duo of Ripley Johnson and Sanae Yamada was inspired by Ralph Waldo Emerson's essay of the same name.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.3
Provider

Provider

by Bry Webb
October 2, 2012
This is the US release of the debut solo album for the Constantines frontman.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Chasing Ghosts

Chasing Ghosts

by The Amity Affliction
October 2, 2012
Death and suicide continue to be themes for the third release for the Australian post-hardcore band.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.3
Vultures

Vultures

by AxeWound
October 2, 2012
This is the debut release for the metalcore supergroup comprised of Matt Tuck of Bullet for My Valentine, Liam Cormier of Cancer Bats, Mike Kingswood of Glamour of the Kill, former Rise to Remain bassist Joe Copcutt, and Pitchshifter drummer Jason Bowld.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Sing the Delta

Sing the Delta

by Iris DeMent
October 2, 2012
The first release of original songs from the singer-songwriter in 16 years focuses on life on the Arkansas delta.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Kaleidoscope Dream

Kaleidoscope Dream

by Miguel
October 2, 2012
The second full-length release for the R&B singer includes six songs from two EPs released earlier in the year and features guest appearances from Alicia Keys and Wiz Khalifa.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.7
Ultraista

Ultraista

by Ultraista
October 2, 2012
Nigel Godrich, producer to Beck and Radiohead, heads up this debut release with Laura Bettinson, and Joey Waronker.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.5
Maserati VII

Maserati VII

by Maserati
October 2, 2012
The latest release from the experimental instrumental rock band based in Athens, Georgia, is its first with new drummer, Mike Albanese.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Quality Street Music

Quality Street Music

by DJ Drama
October 2, 2012
The fourth studio release for the Philadelphia rapper features a gamut of guest artists including: 2 Chainz, Birdman, Gucci Mane, Jadakiss, Kendrick Lamar, Ludacris, Meek Mill, T.I., and Young Jeezy.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
Union

Union

by Cuff the Duke
October 2, 2012
The sixth release for the Canadian band was written at the same time as 2011's Morning Comes.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
Total Loss

Total Loss

by How to Dress Well
October 2, 2012
Tom Krell's second release as How to Dress Well shows more R&B influences.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.3
Free the Music

Free the Music

by Jerrod Niemann
October 2, 2012
The second major label release for the country artist was co-produced with Dave Brainard and features Colbie Caillat as a guest vocalist on one track.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Eraas

Eraas

by Eraas
October 2, 2012
The debut release for the Brooklyn quartet was self-produced by founding members, Robert Toher and Austin Stawiarz.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Come of Age

Come of Age

by The Vaccines
October 2, 2012
This second album for the London quartet was produced by Ethan Johns and recorded at ICP Studios in Brussels, Belgium and the Distillery in Bath, England.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
8.1
Oblivion Hunter [EP]

Oblivion Hunter [EP]

by Lightning Bolt
October 2, 2012
The seven-track release from the Rhode Island noise duo of Brian Chippendale and Brian Gibson features songs recorded in 2008.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
6.0
Other Worlds

Other Worlds

by Taken by Trees
October 2, 2012
The third release for the Swedish singer was inspired by her trip to Hawaii and was co-produced by The Tough Alliance’s Henning Fürst.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Born to Sing: No Plan B

Born to Sing: No Plan B

by Van Morrison
October 2, 2012
The 35th album for the Northern Irish singer-songwriter sees him returning to the Blue Note label, after several releases with Exile/Polydor and EMI.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Field Music Play...

Field Music Play...

by Field Music
October 1, 2012
The covers album from the British indie rock duo includes songs from Syd Barrett, The Beatles, John Cale, Leonard Cohen, Pet Shop Boys, Roxy Music, and Robert Wyatt.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Oh No I Love You

Oh No I Love You

by Tim Burgess
October 1, 2012
The second solo album for The Charlatans singer was written with Lambchop's Kurt Wagner and produced by Mark Nevers.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Food & Liquor, Vol. 2: the Great American Rap Album, Pt. 1

Food & Liquor, Vol. 2: the Great American Rap Album, Pt. 1

by Lupe Fiasco
September 25, 2012
Lupe Fiasco's third album was self-produced and features guest appearances by Bilal, Casey Benjamin, Guy Sebastian, Jane $$$, Jason Evigan, and Poo Bear.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.2
State Hospital [EP]

State Hospital [EP]

by Frightened Rabbit
September 25, 2012
The five-track EP for the Scottish indie rock band led by Scott Hutchinson features one song with Arab Strap's Aidan Moffat.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd