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One Day I'm Going To Soar
82

One Day I'm Going To Soar
by Dexys
June 4, 2012
Dexys Midnight Runners returns with the shortened name Dexys for its first studio album in 27 years.
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82
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8.0
Magic Hour
67

Magic Hour
by Scissor Sisters
May 29, 2012
The fourth album for the dance band led by Jake Shears includes production by Diplo, Calvin Harris, Dean John Horton, The Neptunes, Stuart Price, and Alex Ridha.
Metascore:
67
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5.8
Anxiety
64

Anxiety
by Ladyhawke
May 29, 2012
The second full-length album for the New Zealand singer-songwriter Pip Brown was produced Pascal Gabriel.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.0
Valtari
74

Valtari
by Sigur Rós
May 29, 2012
The Icelandic band first studio album in four years is a collection of songs stemming from several uncompleted projects, including the original idea to create s choral album.
Metascore:
74
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8.4
What We Saw from the Cheap Seats
73

What We Saw from the Cheap Seats
by Regina Spektor
May 29, 2012
The sixth studio album for singer-songwriter Regina Spektor was produced with Mike Elizondo and includes songs she had until now, only sung live.
Metascore:
73
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8.1
Internal Logic
71

Internal Logic
by Grass Widow
May 29, 2012
The second full-length album from trio from San Francisco is its first on their own label.
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71
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tbd
Here
62

Here
by Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros
May 29, 2012
The second album for the folk rock band led by Alex Ebert was self-produced.
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62
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7.1
This is PiL
66

This is PiL
by Public Image Ltd.
May 29, 2012
This is the first album in 20 years for the band led by the Sex Pistol's John Lydon. The line-up includes Bruce Smith, Lu Edmonds, and Scott Firth.
Metascore:
66
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8.2
Sorry
76

Sorry
by White Lung
May 29, 2012
This is the second full-length studio album for the Canadian punk rock group led by Mish Way.
Metascore:
76
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8.5
Heaven
80

Heaven
by The Walkmen
May 29, 2012
The seventh album for indie rock band was produced by Phil Ek.
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80
User Score:
8.7
2:54
68

2:54
by 2:54
May 29, 2012
The debut release from the British sisters Hannah and Colette Thurlow was produced by Rob Ellis.
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68
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8.3
Among the Leaves
72

Among the Leaves
by Sun Kil Moon
May 29, 2012
The fifth full-length release for Sun Kil Moon contains 17 tracks of music made primarily on a nylon string guitar.
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72
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8.5
Hope in Dirt City
75

Hope in Dirt City
by Cadence Weapon
May 29, 2012
The third album for the Canadian rapper who also was named Edmonton's poet laureate in 2009 was self-produced.
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75
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tbd
Heaven
84

Heaven
by Rebecca Ferguson
May 29, 2012
Eg White helped co-write and produced a majority of the debut album for the X Factor (UK) 2010 finalist.
Metascore:
84
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8.7
The Absence
77

The Absence
by Melody Gardot
May 29, 2012
Melody Gardot's third studio album was inspired by the music of Argentina, Brazil, and Portugal and was produced by Heitor Pereira.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.6
The Sister
71

The Sister
by Marissa Nadler
May 29, 2012
The latest release for the Boston singer-songwriter is said to be a continuation of her 2010 self-titled album.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.3
Quarantine
80

Quarantine
by Laurel Halo
May 29, 2012
The debut full-length album for the Brooklyn artist showcases her vocals more than her previous ambient electronic EPs.
Metascore:
80
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8.7
Diver
64

Diver
by Lemonade
May 29, 2012
The second release for the Brooklyn-based indie dance trio was co-produced by Le Chec.
Metascore:
64
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tbd
Tempest
69

Tempest
by Broken Water
May 29, 2012
The second full-length release from the Washington state rock band is its first on the Hardly Art label.
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69
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tbd
Into the Lair of the Sun God
82

Into the Lair of the Sun God
by Dawnbringer
May 29, 2012
The fifth full-length release for the metal band led by Chris Black was produced by Sanford Parker.
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82
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tbd
Island Fire
70

Island Fire
by Gemma Ray
May 29, 2012
The fourth album for the British pop singer was written while she was sidelined in Australia by Icelandic ash in 2010.
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70
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tbd
Everybody's Got It Easy But Me
69

Everybody's Got It Easy But Me
by The Intelligence
May 29, 2012
The eighth studio release for the indie rock band led by Lars Finberg was recorded in Seattle and Los Angeles.
Metascore:
69
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tbd
Live: Everybody's Talkin'
75

Live: Everybody's Talkin'
by Tedeschi Trucks Band
May 29, 2012
The live release from the group comprising Susan Tedeschi's and Derek Trucks' bands includes tracks from their Grammy winning debut together - Revelator - and six covers.
Metascore:
75
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tbd
Unpatterns
69

Unpatterns
by Simian Mobile Disco
May 29, 2012
James Ford and Jas Shaw's third studio album as Simian Mobile Disco is a mix of house and techno electronic music.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.3
Words & Music by Saint Etienne
82

Words & Music by Saint Etienne
by Saint Etienne
May 29, 2012
The British electronic pop trio return after seven years to work with producers Ian Catt, Richard X, and Nick Coler on its eighth studio album.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
7.9
By the Horns
73

By the Horns
by Julia Stone
May 29, 2012
Julia Stone's second solo release was produced by Thomas Bartlett and Patrick Dillett.
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73
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tbd
We Rose from Your Bed with the Sun in Our Head [Live]
83

We Rose from Your Bed with the Sun in Our Head [Live]
by Swans
May 29, 2012
Originally released as a limited 1,000 copy run, the live album features recordings from the band's 2010-11 tour for its 2010 release, My Father Will Guide Me up a Rope to the Sky.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.4
King Tuff
75

King Tuff
by King Tuff
May 28, 2012
The second release for King Tuff was produced by Bobby Harlow and is his first on the Sub Pop label.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.3
Burning Boy
72

Burning Boy
by Joe McKee
May 25, 2012
This is the debut solo release for the former Snowman singer.
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72
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tbd
No One Knows What Happens Next
58

No One Knows What Happens Next
by Hallelujah the Hills
May 22, 2012
The third release from the Boston rock band was funded through Kickstarter and features guest appearances by Marissa Nadler and Mike Fiore of Faces On Film.
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58
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tbd
Sonnymoon
79

Sonnymoon
by Sonnymoon
May 22, 2012
The debut solo release for the Boston duo of Anna Wise and Dane Orr blend the elements of electronic, jazz, R&B, and soul music together.
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79
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tbd
Apocalyptic Love
62

Apocalyptic Love
by Slash
May 22, 2012
The second solo album from Slash features Myles Kennedy of Alter Bridge on vocals and was produced by Eric Valentine.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.5
Silfra
70

Silfra
by Hauschka
May 22, 2012
American violinist Hilary Hahn improvised tracks with Hauschka (German pianist Volker Bertelmann) on this release recorded in Iceland.
Metascore:
70
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tbd
Passage
75

Passage
by Exitmusic
May 22, 2012
The full-length debut release for the Brooklyn indie band led by the married duo Devon Church and Aleksa Palladino continues the atmospheric and emotional sound from their 2011 EP, From Silence.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.7
Vol. 1
70

Vol. 1
by Young Man
May 22, 2012
Singer-songwriter Colin Caulfield's second full-length album and his first with a full band was produced by John McEntire of the Sea and Cake.
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70
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tbd
Pull It Together
64

Pull It Together
by Shannon Stephens
May 22, 2012
The third studio album for the Seattle singer-songwriter features Bonnie "Prince" Billy on one track.
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64
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tbd
Ten Freedom Summers
99

Ten Freedom Summers
by Wadada Leo Smith
May 22, 2012
The four-disc set from the jazz trumpeter was inspired by the Civil Rights Movement.
Metascore:
99
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4.1
Natural History
72

Natural History
by Dope Body
May 22, 2012
The second full-length release for the Baltimore rock band was produced by J Robbins of The Office of Future Plans.
Metascore:
72
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tbd
The Wolf You Feed
83

The Wolf You Feed
by Riverboat Gamblers
May 22, 2012
This is the fifth full-length studio release for the punk rock band from Austin, Texas.
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83
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tbd
Ram [Deluxe Edition]
86

Ram [Deluxe Edition]
by Paul & Linda McCartney
May 22, 2012
Paul and Linda McCartney's 1971 album composed at their farm in Scotland is re-released as a four CD/DVD set that includes the original mono recording, the original 12-track album, 1977's Thrillington (an instrumental cover of Ram by Paul under the pseudonym of Percy "Thrills" Thrillington), and a bonus disc of b-sides and unreleased mixes.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.9
Ursprung
65

Ursprung
by Ursprung
May 22, 2012
This is the debut release from the collaboration between Pantha du Prince's Hendrik Weber and Stephan Abry.
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65
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tbd
Ghettos & Gardens
72

Ghettos & Gardens
by Justin Martin
May 22, 2012
The San Francisco-based DJ releases his debut album of house music.
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72
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tbd
Rinse Presents: Brackles
72

Rinse Presents: Brackles
by Brackles
May 22, 2012
Rob Kemp's debut full length studio album as Brackles features Cherry V, Lily McKenzie, Meleka, and Terri Walker as guest vocalists.
Metascore:
72
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tbd
Salton Sea
73

Salton Sea
by Tomas Barfod
May 22, 2012
The solo debut for the drummer of WhoMadeWho was inspired by both the film, Blade Runner, and the California body of water the album is named after.
Metascore:
73
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tbd
Driving Towards the Daylight
70

Driving Towards the Daylight
by Joe Bonamassa
May 22, 2012
The blues-rock guitarist's latest album was produced by Kevin Shirley and includes Blondie Chaplin, David Letterman drummer Anton Fig, Carmine Rojas, and Aerosmith's Brad Whitford as guest musicians.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.8
Not Your Kind of People
63

Not Your Kind of People
by Garbage
May 22, 2012
The fifth studio album for Garbage is its first release in over seven years.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
7.9
Chest Crawl
53

Chest Crawl
by Guantanamo Baywatch
May 22, 2012
This is the second full-length release for the Portland, Oregon surf rock trio.
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53
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tbd
Stray Ashes
75

Stray Ashes
by JBM
May 22, 2012
This is the second full-length release for Canadian singer-songwriter Jesse Marchant.
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75
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tbd
A Joyful Noise
60

A Joyful Noise
by Gossip
May 22, 2012
Brian Higgins produced the fifth album for alternative rock band led by Beth Ditto.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
7.2
CVI
76

CVI
by Royal Thunder
May 22, 2012
the debut full-length release for the Atlanta metal band was produced by Joey Jones.
Metascore:
76
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tbd
Mutt
81

Mutt
by Cory Branan
May 22, 2012
The third album for Nashville-based singer-songwriter is his first on Bloodshot Records.
Metascore:
81
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tbd
Gallery [EP]
65

Gallery [EP]
by Craft Spells
May 22, 2012
This seven-track EP from the Northern California indie pop band led by Justin Vallesteros is a follow-up to its 2011 debut full-length, Idle Labor.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.8
Lillie: F-65
76

Lillie: F-65
by Saint Vitus
May 22, 2012
The doom metal band returns with its first album in nearly 20 years with co-founder Dave Chandler and Scot "Wino" Weinrich.
Metascore:
76
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tbd
On a Bedroom Wall
68

On a Bedroom Wall
by Still Flyin'
May 22, 2012
The second full-length release for the indie band led by Sean Rawls was produced by Haima Marriott.
Metascore:
68
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tbd
Vows
72

Vows
by Kimbra
May 22, 2012
Jazz influences the debut full-length pop album from the New Zealand singer, who was featured in Gotye's single "Someone I Used To Know." It includes six new songs in addition to the tracks that appeared on the Australia/New Zealand release.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.2
I Predict a Graceful Expulsion
71

I Predict a Graceful Expulsion
by Cold Specks
May 22, 2012
The debut release for the Canadian-born, London, England-based singer-songwriter Al Spx was produced by Jim Anderson.
Metascore:
71
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tbd
Choice of Weapon
76

Choice of Weapon
by The Cult
May 22, 2012
The first studio album for the Brotihs rock band in five years was produced by Chris Goss and Bob Rock (Metallica).
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.3
The Light the Dead See
73

The Light the Dead See
by Soulsavers
May 22, 2012
The British duo worked with Depeche Mode's Dave Gahan on The Light the Dead See.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.4
Cancer4Cure
84

Cancer4Cure
by El-P
May 22, 2012
The third solo album for producer El-P features guest appearances by Danny Brown, Interpol’s Paul Banks, Islands' Nick Diamonds, and Killer Mike.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.5
Born and Raised
73

Born and Raised
by John Mayer
May 22, 2012
The fifth studio album from the singer-songwriter was produced by Don Was and was delayed from its original release date by Mayer's throat granulomas.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.3
...Ya Know?
61

...Ya Know?
by Joey Ramone
May 22, 2012
Joan Jett and Steven Van Zandt guested on Joey Ramone's second posthumously released solo album that includes demos and unreleased recordings.
Metascore:
61
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tbd
Black Boulder
74

Black Boulder
by Phon.O
May 22, 2012
This is the third release for the Berlin-based electronic artist Carsten Aermes as Phon.O.
Metascore:
74
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tbd
We'll Be the Moon
73

We'll Be the Moon
by Fixers
May 21, 2012
The debut full-length release for the British psychedelic five piece band was produced by Nathaniel Lennox Jr.'s.
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73
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tbd
Maze
74

Maze
by TrioVD
May 21, 2012
The latest release for the British trio continues its melding of jazz and rock music.
Metascore:
74
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tbd
Presents...Here Come the Bombs
70

Presents...Here Come the Bombs
by Gaz Coombes
May 21, 2012
The debut solo release for the lead singer of Supergrass was produced by Sam Williams.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.4
Priorities
71

Priorities
by Don Broco
May 20, 2012
This is the debut full-length album for the British rock quartet.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.5
A Monument
72

A Monument
by Tu Fawning
May 15, 2012
This is the second album from the Portland, Oregon-based band led by Joe Haege and Corrina Repp.
Metascore:
72
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tbd
Fire from the Sky
81

Fire from the Sky
by Shadows Fall
May 15, 2012
The seventh studio album for the Massachusetts metal band was produced by Killswitch Engage/Times of Grace guitarist Adam Dutkiewicz.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.8
Night & Day
75

Night & Day
by Andre Williams & The Sadies
May 15, 2012
Andre Williams and the Canadian alt-country rock band the Sadies worked together in 2008, however due to Williams' legal and personal problems the project was shelved until they reunited recently to finish the album.
Metascore:
75
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tbd
In the Belly of the Brazen Bull
69

In the Belly of the Brazen Bull
by The Cribs
May 15, 2012
Dave Fridmann and Steve Albini helped produce the fifth studio album for the British indie rock band that returns as a trio after Johnny Marr left to pursue his own solo work.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.9
OneTwoThreeFour [EP]
67

OneTwoThreeFour [EP]
by Black Tambourine
May 15, 2012
The first EP of new material in 20 years from the indie pop quartet is a four-track EP covering The Ramones.
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67
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tbd
Shape Shifter
45

Shape Shifter
by Santana
May 15, 2012
The majority of the songs on Carlos Santana's first album on the Starfaith label is instrumental.
Metascore:
45
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tbd
Ten Stories
84

Ten Stories
by mewithoutYou
May 15, 2012
Daniel Smith of Danielson produced the fifth full-length album for the indie rock band that features guest appearances from Amy Carrigan, Hayley Williams of Paramore, and Aimee Wilson.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.7
Occupy This Album
69

Occupy This Album
by Various Artists
May 15, 2012
The four disc and 76-track compilation album includes contributions from such artists as Anti-Flag, Jackson Browne, Tom Morello: The Nightwatchman, Patti Smith, Ani DiFranco, Yoko Ono, Our Lady Peace, Deborah Harry, Willie Nelson, Thee Oh Sees, Thievery Corporation, Third Eye Blind, UNKLE, Lucinda Williams, David Crosby, and Graham Nash.
Metascore:
69
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tbd
Time Team
70

Time Team
by Slugabed
May 15, 2012
This is the debut full-length album for British artist Greg Feldwick as Slugabed.
Metascore:
70
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tbd
Bloom
78

Bloom
by Beach House
May 15, 2012
The fourth full-length release for the indie pop band was produced by Chris Coady.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.7
You Know You Like It [EP]
74

You Know You Like It [EP]
by Aluna George
May 15, 2012
R&B and electronic music influences are apparent on the three-track debut EP release from singer Aluna Francis and producer George Reid.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.3
The Only Place
66

The Only Place
by Best Coast
May 15, 2012
Produced by Jon Brion, the second album for Best Coast is its first since drummer Ali Koehler was let go by the indie pop duo.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.1
Puny
70

Puny
by Pumice
May 15, 2012
The fourth solo album from New Zealand's Stefan Neville is his first full-length release in four years.
Metascore:
70
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tbd
Double Exposure
72

Double Exposure
by John Pizzarelli
May 15, 2012
Jazz guitarist and singer John Pizzarelli re-arranges popular pop and rocks songs together into a jazz mix.
Metascore:
72
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tbd
Perlas
78

Perlas
by Josephine Foster
May 15, 2012
This is the second album of Spanish folk music Josephine Foster has recorded with the Victor Herrero Band.
Metascore:
78
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tbd
Ufabulum
70

Ufabulum
by Squarepusher
May 15, 2012
Tom Jenkinson's latest album as Squarepusher returns to electronica with a release created with a visual component for his live shows.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.4
Heroes
70

Heroes
by Willie Nelson
May 15, 2012
Willie Nelson's 66th studio album is a mix of classic songs, covers of rock songs, and originals by his son Lukas.
Metascore:
70
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tbd
Urban Turban: The Singhles Club
72

Urban Turban: The Singhles Club
by Cornershop
May 15, 2012
The latest album from the indie band led by Tjinder Singh features several tracks that were originally released through the band's website.
Metascore:
72
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tbd
Trespassing
66

Trespassing
by Adam Lambert
May 15, 2012
The sophomore release for Adam Lambert features production and co-written songs by Nikka Costa, Dr. Luke, Claude Kelly, Bruno Mars, Sam Sparro, and Pharrell Williams.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.8
Rize of the Fenix
64

Rize of the Fenix
by Tenacious D
May 15, 2012
The third album for Jack Black and Kyle Gass as Tenacious D features Dave Grohl on drums.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.2
Exister
74

Exister
by Hot Water Music
May 15, 2012
The first release in over eight years for the Florida post-hardcore rock band led by Chuck Ragan and Chris Wollard was produced by Bill Stevenson and Jason Livermore.
Metascore:
74
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tbd
Storm & Grace
65

Storm & Grace
by Lisa Marie Presley
May 15, 2012
The third studio album for Lisa Marie Presley was produced by T-Bone Burnett and is her first on the Universal Republic label.
Metascore:
65
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tbd
R.A.P. Music
85

R.A.P. Music
by Killer Mike
May 15, 2012
The sixth album for Atlanta rapper Killer Mike was produced by El-P and includes guest appearances from Bun B, T.I., Scar, Emily Panic, and Trouble.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.6
True
74

True
by Violens
May 15, 2012
The second release for the Brooklyn indie trio led by Jorge Elbrecht was more of a collaborative effort than its 2010 debut.
Metascore:
74
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tbd
Space Homestead
70

Space Homestead
by MV & EE
May 15, 2012
This is the latest release from Matt Valentine and Erika Elder.
Metascore:
70
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tbd
Family Perfume, Vol. 2
77

Family Perfume, Vol. 2
by White Fence
May 15, 2012
This is the second part of the Family Perfume album from Strange Boys' Tim Presley as White Fence.
Metascore:
77
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tbd
Go! Pop! Bang!
70

Go! Pop! Bang!
by Rye Rye
May 15, 2012
The debut full-length release for the Baltimore club rapper features guest appearances by Akon, Robyn, Tyga, and Porcelain Black.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.3
There Is a Bomb in Gilead
80

There Is a Bomb in Gilead
by Lee Bains III & the Glory Fires
May 15, 2012
This is the debut solo album for ex-Dexateen member Lee Bains III with his band the Glory Fires.
Metascore:
80
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tbd
Harmonic
82

Harmonic
by Philm
May 14, 2012
The debut release from the band comprised of Dave Lombardo of Slayer, Gerry Nestler of Civil Defiance, and Pancho Tomaselli of War.
Metascore:
82
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tbd
Versions
78

Versions
by David Daniell
May 14, 2012
David Daniell and Douglas McCombs' music was remixed by Tortoise veteran Ken Brown.
Metascore:
78
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tbd
[Sic]
60

[Sic]
by Bang On!
May 14, 2012
This is the debut album for the Liverpool rapper Elliott Egerton as Bang On!.
Metascore:
60
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tbd
Bending the Dark
69

Bending the Dark
by The Imagined Village
May 14, 2012
This is the third full-length release from the British folk collective led by Simon Emmerson of Afro Celt Sound System.
Metascore:
69
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tbd
Spirits
68

Spirits
by Plankton Wat
May 14, 2012
This is the second release for the Portland, Oregon-based artist Dewey Mahood.
Metascore:
68
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tbd
What the World Needs Now
83

What the World Needs Now
by The Sugarman 3
May 14, 2012
The fourth studio album from the funk trio of Neal Sugarman, Adam Scone, and Rudy Albin is its first since 2002's Pure Cane Sugar.
Metascore:
83
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tbd
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