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by Yamantaka // Sonic Titan
October 1, 2011
The Canadian duo's self-titled debut album is self-described as Noh-wave opera.
Metascore:
82
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tbd
Everybody Get Close

Everybody Get Close

by The Juan MacLean
September 30, 2011
The collection of remixes, outtakes, and rare tracks was a digital-only release.
Metascore:
72
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tbd
Forever

Forever

by Sleep Over
September 27, 2011
This is the debut release for the indie group led by Austin-based artist Stefanie Franciotti.
Metascore:
71
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tbd
Future History

Future History

by Jason Derulo
September 27, 2011
The second album for the R&B singer features production from such producers as RedOne, J.R. Rotem, The Fliptones, and The Outerlimits.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
3.2
Always Want

Always Want

by Grace Woodroofe
September 27, 2011
Ben Harper produces the debut album for the blues-rock singer who was discovered by the late Heath Ledger.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
The Sea of Memories

The Sea of Memories

by Pallers
September 27, 2011
The Swedish pop duo of Henrik Martensson and his friend Johan Angergard of Labrador Records, as well as such bands as Club 8, Acid House Kings, and the Legends, releases its debut album.
Metascore:
75
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tbd
Charity Starts at Home

Charity Starts at Home

by Phonte
September 27, 2011
The latest album for the rapper who also is a member of Little Brother and The Foreign Exchange features guest appearances by 9th Wonder, Big K.R.I.T., Evidence, Elzhi, and Pharoahe Monch.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
7.9
The  Devil's Walk

The Devil's Walk

by Apparat
September 27, 2011
The fourth album for Sasha Ring under the name Apparat is his first on the Mute label.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.7
Neighborhoods

Neighborhoods

by blink-182
September 27, 2011
The punk-pop band returns with its sixth studio album and its first release since it split up in 2005.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.5
The Whole Love

The Whole Love

by Wilco
September 27, 2011
The Chicago alternative rock band releases its eighth studio album on its own label dBom.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.5
Lady & Gentlemen

Lady & Gentlemen

by LeAnn Rimes
September 27, 2011
The country singer releases her second album of country cover songs produced with Vince Gill and Darrell Brown.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.6
Gracious Tide, Take Me Home

Gracious Tide, Take Me Home

by Lanterns on the Lake
September 27, 2011
The British folk group releases its debut full-length album produced by band member Paul Gregory.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.0
Last Days of Meaning

Last Days of Meaning

by Nitin Sawhney
September 27, 2011
This is the ninth album for the British-born composer, musician, and producer who has worked with James Taylor, Sting, Paul McCartney, and Jeff Beck.
Metascore:
61
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tbd
Breakers

Breakers

by Gem Club
September 27, 2011
The cello and piano duo from Massachusetts releases its full-length debut.
Metascore:
78
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tbd
In Heaven

In Heaven

by Twin Sister
September 27, 2011
The Long Island indie pop quintet led by Andrea Estella releases its second album.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.3
The  Valley Wind

The Valley Wind

by Tyler Ramsey
September 27, 2011
The Band of Horses guitarist's third solo album was produced by fellow band member Bill Reynolds.
Metascore:
82
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tbd
Only in Dreams

Only in Dreams

by Dum Dum Girls
September 27, 2011
The second full-length album for the pop band includes songs written after the death of the mother of singer Dee Dee.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.1
Cole World: The Sideline Story

Cole World: The Sideline Story

by J. Cole
September 27, 2011
After making three successful mixtapes, the rapper releases his debut studio album featuring guest appearances from Drake, Missy Elliot, Jay-Z, and Trey Songz.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.5
Ancient & Modern

Ancient & Modern

by Mekons
September 27, 2011
The British country-punk rock band releases its latest album on Sin Record Label, which the band ran from 1985 to 1988.
Metascore:
77
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tbd
The Hunter

The Hunter

by Mastodon
September 27, 2011
The Atlanta metal band's first album that is not a concept release was produced by Mike Elizondo.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.4
Man Overboard

Man Overboard

by Man Overboard
September 27, 2011
The second full-length album for the pop-punk band from New Jersey was produced by manager Jesse Cannon and New Found Glory's Steve Klein.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Scintilli

Scintilli

by Plaid
September 27, 2011
This is the sixth album for the IDM duo of Ed Handley and Andy Turner.
Metascore:
67
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tbd
The Wonder Years

The Wonder Years

by 9th Wonder
September 27, 2011
The fourth solo album for the hip-hop producer features such guests as Erykah Badu, Khrysis, Talib Kweli, Kendrick Lamar, Murs, Phonte, Raekwon, and Warren G.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
7.0
Music Is Better Than Words

Music Is Better Than Words

by Seth MacFarlane
September 27, 2011
Seth MacFarlane, the creator of Family Guy, sings big-band standards plus a few songs written by American Dad composer Joel McNeely.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
6.2
Sweetheart of the Sun

Sweetheart of the Sun

by Bangles
September 27, 2011
Produced by Matthew Sweet, this is the second album since the pop group re-formed in 2000 and its first without Michael Steel, who left in 2005.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Chickenfoot III

Chickenfoot III

by Chickenfoot
September 27, 2011
The supergroup composed of Michael Anthony, Sammy Hagar, Joe Satriani, and Chad Smith releases its second album of hard rock.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
tbd
What Were You Hoping For?

What Were You Hoping For?

by Van Hunt
September 27, 2011
The singer-songwriter and producer releases his first studio album since his 2008 album Popular was shelved by Blue Note.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
8.2
All We Are Saying...

All We Are Saying...

by Bill Frisell
September 27, 2011
Jazz guitarist Bill Frisell explores some classic John Lennon tracks with the help of Greg Leisz, Jenny Scheinman, Tony Scherr, and Kenny Wollesen.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Everything Is Boring & Everyone Is a F--king Liar

Everything Is Boring & Everyone Is a F--king Liar

by Spank Rock
September 27, 2011
Naeem Juwan returns as Spank Rock, and his second album features such guests as Santigold, Big Freedia, and Pharrell Williams.
Metascore:
60
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tbd
Zig Zaj

Zig Zaj

by Boom Bip
September 27, 2011
The producer and Neon Neon cofounder's first solo credited album in six years features appearances from Cate Le Bon, Franz Ferdinand's Alex Kapranos, Red Hot Chili Peppers' Josh Klinghoffer, Money Mark, Mike Noyce, Empire of the Sun's Luke Steele, and Warpaint.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
The  Year of Hibernation

The Year of Hibernation

by Youth Lagoon
September 27, 2011
Recorded in his bedroom, Trevor Powers' songs on his debut album were influenced by his personal feelings and struggles with anxiety.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.6
Wand

Wand

by Craig Wedren
September 27, 2011
The lead singer for Shudder To Think releases his second solo album.
Metascore:
73
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tbd
Modern Art

Modern Art

by Matthew Sweet
September 27, 2011
The singer-songwriter/producer, who at one time worked with R.E.M.'s Michael Stipe in a band called Community Trolls in 1983, releases his first album under the Missing Piece label.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
The  Stepkids

The Stepkids

by The Stepkids
September 27, 2011
The trio, who worked on the tours of Lauryn Hill, Alicia Keys, and 50 Cent, releases its debut album.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Rest

Rest

by Rwake
September 27, 2011
The Arkansas doom band releases its first album of new songs in four years.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Coracle

Coracle

by Walls
September 27, 2011
The duo of Alessio Natalizai of Banjo or Freakout and Sam Willis of Allez-Allez releases its sophomore album.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Nevermind [20th Anniversary Edition]

Nevermind [20th Anniversary Edition]

by Nirvana
September 27, 2011
The rerelease of Nirvana's classic 1991 album was produced by Butch Vig.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
9.0
Getting Paid

Getting Paid

by Zechs Marquise
September 27, 2011
This is the second album for the El Paso, Texas, progressive psychedelic rock band.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Romantic Comedy

Romantic Comedy

by Big Troubles
September 27, 2011
The second album for the indie pop band led by Alex Craig and Ian Drennan was produced by Mitch Easter.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Parodia Flare

Parodia Flare

by Tropics
September 27, 2011
British electronic producer Chris Ward releases his debut album as Tropics.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Invitation

Invitation

by Dominant Legs
September 27, 2011
The second album for the San Francisco band Dominant Legs sees the pop band expand with the inclusion of bassist Andrew Connors, guitarist Garett Goddard, and drummer Rene Solomon.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Cats & Dogs

Cats & Dogs

by Evidence
September 27, 2011
The second album for the Los Angeles-born rapper features guest appearances by such artists as Aesop Rock, Aloe Blacc, Roc Marciano, Prodigy, Raekwon, and Slug.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.7
25 Years

25 Years

by Sting
September 27, 2011
The four-CD/DVD set contains remastered songs from Sting's solo career spanning from his debut in 1985 to his 2010 live release, Live at Berlin. The DVD is an unreleased concert from the final night from his 2005 Broken Music tour at New York's Irving Plaza.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.8
Josh Rouse and the Long Vacations

Josh Rouse and the Long Vacations

by Josh Rouse and the Long Vacations
September 27, 2011
The ninth album for the singer-songwriter was recorded in Spain.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Vanity Is Forever

Vanity Is Forever

by Geoffrey O'Connor
September 27, 2011
This is the first album for the Crayon Fields singer under his real name.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Oh, Fortune

Oh, Fortune

by Dan Mangan
September 27, 2011
The third album for the Canadian folk singer was produced by Colin Stewart.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
6.5
Narrows

Narrows

by Warm Ghost
September 27, 2011
This is the debut full-length electronic album for the duo of Paul Duncan and Oliver Chapoy.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Beautiful Rivers and Mountains: The Psychedelic Rock Sound of South Korea's Shin Joong Hyun 1958-1974

Beautiful Rivers and Mountains: The Psychedelic Rock Sound of South Korea's Shin Joong Hyun 1958-1974

by Shin Joong Hyun
September 26, 2011
The collection brings together the songs from the South Korean guitarist who entertained soldiers at army bases, produced other musicians' music, and had his music banned by then president Park Chung-Hee.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Will The Guns Come Out

Will The Guns Come Out

by Hanni el Khatib
September 26, 2011
The debut full-length album for the San Francisco-born artist features Her Space Holiday as a guest.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Glaqjo Xaacsso

Glaqjo Xaacsso

by patten
September 26, 2011
The London-based electronic producer, whose identity was a mystery until it was revealed as Patrick Schneider, releases his debut album.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Do It in the AM

Do It in the AM

by Frankmusik
September 26, 2011
Metascore:
58
User Score:
5.8
Get Lost

Get Lost

by Mark McGuire
September 26, 2011
The Emeralds guitarist releases his second solo album, which includes a nearly 20-minute long track.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Trans-Love Energies

Trans-Love Energies

by Death in Vegas
September 26, 2011
Death in Vegas returns after Richard Fearless' stint in America to release the duo's first album in nearly seven years.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Hysterical

Hysterical

by Clap Your Hands Say Yeah
September 20, 2011
The third album for the indie rock band was produced by John Congleton.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.2
Steve Reich: WTC 9/11

Steve Reich: WTC 9/11

by Kronos Quartet
September 20, 2011
Steve Reich's composition about the September 11 attacks was written for the Kronos Quartet. The album also includes the Mallet Quartet performed by So Percussion and Dance Patterns with Steve Reich and Musicians.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
In Animal Tongue

In Animal Tongue

by Evangelista
September 20, 2011
This is the third album for the Carla Bozulich-led project under the name Evangelista.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
SuperHeavy

SuperHeavy

by Superheavy
September 20, 2011
Mick Jagger, Joss Stone, Dave Stewart, Damian Marley, and A.R. Rahman make up this rock supergroup, showcasing a wide range of musical genres.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
5.3
Honkey Kong

Honkey Kong

by Boots Electric
September 20, 2011
Jesse Hughes from Eagles of Death Metal releases his debut solo album.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
Unbroken

Unbroken

by Demi Lovato
September 20, 2011
Some of the third studio album for the former star of Sonny With A Chance and the Camp Rock movies was recorded after she sought treatment for self-harm and bulimia.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
7.4
Sweeter

Sweeter

by Gavin DeGraw
September 20, 2011
The singer-songwriter releases his fourth album of soulful, melodic pop.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.0
Velociraptor!

Velociraptor!

by Kasabian
September 20, 2011
The British rock band releases their fourth album, featuring production by Dan the Automator.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.1
Heritage

Heritage

by Opeth
September 20, 2011
The Swedish metal band's 10th studio album is the last with keyboardist Per Wiberg.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.7
Major/Minor

Major/Minor

by Thrice
September 20, 2011
The Southern California rock band releases their seventh album of melodic alternative rock.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.3
Duets II

Duets II

by Tony Bennett
September 20, 2011
This second installment of the legendary singer's Duets pairs him with Aretha Franklin, Norah Jones, Willie Nelson, and the late Amy Winehouse, among many others.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.9
Night of Hunters

Night of Hunters

by Tori Amos
September 20, 2011
The singer-songwriter takes inspiration from classical music to create a "21st century song cycle" for her 12th album, released on the world-renowned German classical label, Deutsche Grammophon.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.7
Megafaun

Megafaun

by Megafaun
September 20, 2011
This is the fourth album for the North Carolina rock trio who at one time were in a band with Justin Vernon named DeYarmond Edison.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
Life Sux [EP]

Life Sux [EP]

by Wavves
September 20, 2011
The six-track EP features guest appearances from members of Best Coast and F***ed Up.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.7
Mockingbird Time

Mockingbird Time

by The Jayhawks
September 20, 2011
This is the first album to reunite the entire original lineup of the rock band since its 1985 release, Tomorrow the Green Grass.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.0
The High Country

The High Country

by Richmond Fontaine
September 20, 2011
The alt-country band's latest album tells of a dark and violent love affair set in an unnamed Oregon logging town.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
6.3
Pearl Jam 20 [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack]

Pearl Jam 20 [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack]

by Pearl Jam
September 20, 2011
The songs on the soundtrack to the Cameron Crowe documentary about Pearl Jam was selected by the director and features rare and unreleased songs.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.6
There's More to Life than This

There's More to Life than This

by Ben Westbeech
September 20, 2011
The British DJ's second album moves away from his jazzy 2007 debut with such house music producers as Motor City Drum Ensemble, Redlight, Rasmus Faber, Lovebirds, Henrik Scwarz, Midland, and Georg Levin.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Dracula

Dracula

by Nurses
September 20, 2011
The third album for the Portland, Oregon, indie rock band was partially recorded in an isolated cabin on the Oregon coast before being mixed by Scott Colburn and Julian Martlew.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Seasons on Earth

Seasons on Earth

by Meg Baird
September 20, 2011
This is the first solo album for the former frontwoman of the folk-rock band Espers.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Veronica Falls

Veronica Falls

by Veronica Falls
September 20, 2011
Produced by Guy Fixsen and Ash Workman, the Scottish pop band releases its debut full-length album.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.5
Red [EP]

Red [EP]

by Weekend
September 20, 2011
The San Francisco post-punk band releases a five-track EP produced by Monte Vallier.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Mikal Cronin

Mikal Cronin

by Mikal Cronin
September 20, 2011
The Moonhearts singer-bassist, who also works with Ty Segall, releases his solo debut album.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.9
Out in the Light

Out in the Light

by Waters
September 20, 2011
After the breakup of Port O'Brien, Van Pierszalowski traveled and eventually decided to return to Oslo to work on this debut solo release.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Passenger

Passenger

by Lisa Hannigan
September 20, 2011
The second solo album for the folk singer was produced by Joe Henry.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.6
Live in Europe 1967: Best of the Bootleg, Vol. 1

Live in Europe 1967: Best of the Bootleg, Vol. 1

by Miles Davis
September 20, 2011
The three-CD and DVD set collects some of the radio and TV recordings of the jazz legend and his ensemble from 1967.
Metascore:
99
User Score:
6.4
Neverendless

Neverendless

by Cave
September 20, 2011
This is the Chicago-based psychedelic band's first album as a quartet.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Unto the Locust

Unto the Locust

by Machine Head
September 20, 2011
Lead singer Robb Flynn produced the seventh album for the heavy metal band from Oakland, California.
Metascore:
91
User Score:
8.9
Wired Together

Wired Together

by The Whip
September 19, 2011
Metascore:
47
User Score:
tbd
Carrier

Carrier

by Sully
September 19, 2011
British producer Jack Steven's full-length debut includes dubstep, garage, two-step, and jungle styles.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
An Argument with Myself [EP]

An Argument with Myself [EP]

by Jens Lekman
September 19, 2011
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.8
Social Climbers

Social Climbers

by Social Climbers
September 19, 2011
Drag City releases a compilation of the no-wave post-punk band's recordings from three 7-inch records.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Fabriclive 59

Fabriclive 59

by Four Tet
September 19, 2011
Kieran Hebden's set includes field recordings from the infamous London club.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Money and Celebrity

Money and Celebrity

by The Subways
September 19, 2011
The third album for the British rock band was produced by Stephen Street.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
An Appointment with Mr. Yeats

An Appointment with Mr. Yeats

by The Waterboys
September 19, 2011
The Celtic folk rock band led by Mike Scott release an album of songs based on the poems of W.B. Yeats.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
How the Thing Sings

How the Thing Sings

by Bill Orcutt
September 19, 2011
The fourth solo album for the ex-guitarist for hard rock band Harry Pussy was recorded in his living room in San Francisco.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
In Dust

In Dust

by Roll the Dice
September 16, 2011
The Swedish electronic duo releases its second studio album.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Own the Night

Own the Night

by Lady Antebellum
September 13, 2011
The Nashville country music trio releases their third studio album.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
7.7
Era Extrana

Era Extrana

by Neon Indian
September 13, 2011
The chillwave band from Texas returns with another album of experimental pop, recorded during a long Helsinki winter.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.9
Pajama Club

Pajama Club

by Pajama Club
September 13, 2011
Neil Finn and his new band, featuring his wife Sharon, release their debut album.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
A Creature I Don't Know

A Creature I Don't Know

by Laura Marling
September 13, 2011
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.6
The  Sea of Memories

The Sea of Memories

by Bush
September 13, 2011
The English post-grunge group release their fifth studio album, produced by Bob Rock.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
6.2
The  Old Magic

The Old Magic

by Nick Lowe
September 13, 2011
Growing older is the major theme of Nick Lowe's latest release, coproduced by Neil Brockbank and Robert Treherne.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.6
Sing in My Meadow: The Nomad Sessions, Vol. 3

Sing in My Meadow: The Nomad Sessions, Vol. 3

by Cowboy Junkies
September 13, 2011
The third volume of four in The Nomad Sessions was recorded live over four days with Jeff Bird.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Daybreak

Daybreak

by Saves the Day
September 13, 2011
The emo rock band from New Jersey releases its seventh studio album, the first without guitarist David Soloway.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
Lost in the Glare

Lost in the Glare

by Barn Owl
September 13, 2011
The latest album for the instrumental rock group led by Jon Porras and Evan Caminiti was recorded in San Francisco with Phil Manley.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Paradise

Paradise

by Slow Club
September 13, 2011
The second album for the indie pop band was produced by Clor's Luke Smith.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.6