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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
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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
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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
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tbd
Rest

Rest

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

Parodia Flare

by Tropics
September 27, 2011
British electronic producer Chris Ward releases his debut album as Tropics.
Metascore:
75
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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tbd
Do It in the AM

Do It in the AM

by Frankmusik
September 26, 2011
Metascore:
58
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
This Is My Blood

This Is My Blood

by The Dirt Drifters
September 13, 2011
Willie Nelson appears as a guest on The Dirt Drifter's debut full-length country album produced by Justin Neibank.
Metascore:
69
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tbd
Dead Throne

Dead Throne

by The Devil Wears Prada
September 13, 2011
The Christian metalcore sextet releases their fourth album.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.9
Green Naugahyde

Green Naugahyde

by Primus
September 13, 2011
Drummer Jay Lane returns to Primus on its first full-length release since 1999 album, Antipop.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.6
Old Mad Joy

Old Mad Joy

by The Gourds
September 13, 2011
The Austin band's 10th studio album was recorded in Levon Helm's upstate New York studio and produced by Larry Campbell.
Metascore:
77
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tbd
Believers

Believers

by A.A. Bondy
September 13, 2011
The third solo album for the folk singer was produced by Rob Schnapf.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.8
West

West

by Wooden Shjips
September 13, 2011
The San Francisco quartet releases another album of psychedelic rock.
Metascore:
73
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tbd
Watch Me Dance

Watch Me Dance

by Toddla T
September 13, 2011
Sheffield producer Tom Bell's second album features J2K, Roots Manuva, and Shola Ama as guests.
Metascore:
67
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tbd
Credo

Credo

by The Human League
September 13, 2011
This is the first album in more than a decade for the English trio.
Metascore:
58
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tbd
World War III

World War III

by Madina Lake
September 13, 2011
The Chicago alternative rock band concludes its trilogy about Adalia, a socialite who goes missing from the fictional town of Madina Lake in the 1950s.
Metascore:
76
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tbd
Covering Ground

Covering Ground

by Chuck Ragan
September 13, 2011
The fourth studio release for the singer-songwriter features guest appearances from Gaslight Anthem's Brian Fallon and Blind Melon's Chris Thorn.
Metascore:
78
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tbd
For True

For True

by Trombone Shorty
September 13, 2011
The second album for the New Orleans jazz artist who not only plays the trombone, trumpet, piano, and drums, but also sings features such guests as Jeff Beck, Warren Haynes, Kid Rock, Lenny Kravitz, and Ledisi.
Metascore:
67
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tbd
Earth Division [EP]

Earth Division [EP]

by Mogwai
September 13, 2011
The four-track EP includes songs recorded during the Hardcore Will Never Die, But You Will sessions.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.3
Inside the Ships

Inside the Ships

by Tarwater
September 13, 2011
The latest album from the German electronic rock duo includes cover versions of D.A.F.'s Sato Sato and John Lennon and Yoko Ono's Do the Oz.
Metascore:
73
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tbd
Minnesota

Minnesota

by Mason Jennings
September 13, 2011
The latest album for the Hawaii-born singer-songwriter was self-produced.
Metascore:
64
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tbd
Celestial Lineage

Celestial Lineage

by Wolves in the Throne Room
September 13, 2011
The Washington state metal band's fourth studio album seeks to envision a place full of cedar trees for the listeners.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.3
Wild Flag

Wild Flag

by Wild Flag
September 13, 2011
The indie supergroup, featuring Carrie Brownstein and Janet Weiss of Sleater-Kinney, releases its debut power pop album.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.3
The Wanting

The Wanting

by Glenn Jones
September 13, 2011
The fourth solo acoustic album for the guitarist was recorded in his apartment.
Metascore:
77
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tbd
This Is Our Science

This Is Our Science

by Astronautalis
September 13, 2011
The fourth full-length release for the Minneapolis-based hip-hop artist was produced by John Congleton and features Tegan Quin as a guest vocalist.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.1
Helping Hands

Helping Hands

by Butcher Boy
September 13, 2011
Metascore:
71
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tbd
On a Mission

On a Mission

by Katy B
September 13, 2011
The UK singer's debut album is an eclectic mix of electronic pop, dubstep and R&B.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.7
Clash Battle Guilt Pride

Clash Battle Guilt Pride

by Polar Bear Club
September 13, 2011
The rock band's third album was produced by Brian McTernan.
Metascore:
82
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tbd
Indestructible Machine

Indestructible Machine

by Lydia Loveless
September 13, 2011
The Columbus, Ohio, singer releases her debut album of country punk rock music.
Metascore:
84
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tbd
III

III

by Gui Boratto
September 13, 2011
This the Brazilian producer's third full-length release of techno electronic music.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Panic of Girls

Panic of Girls

by Blondie
September 13, 2011
The first album in more than seven years is also the first without original keyboardist Jimmy Destri.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
6.1
Strange Mercy

Strange Mercy

by St. Vincent
September 13, 2011
St. Vincent, otherwise known as Annie Clark, releases her third album, produced by John Congleton.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.7
Portamento

Portamento

by The Drums
September 13, 2011
The Brooklyn indie poppers releases its sophomore album.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.0
Glowing Mouth

Glowing Mouth

by Milagres
September 13, 2011
This is the debut full-length album for the Brooklyn-based band led by Kyle Wilson.
Metascore:
62
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tbd
Welcome 2 My Nightmare

Welcome 2 My Nightmare

by Alice Cooper
September 13, 2011
The theatrical rock singer returns with the long-awaited sequel to his classic 1975 album.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.4
Father, Son, Holy Ghost

Father, Son, Holy Ghost

by Girls
September 13, 2011
The San Francisco-based duo releases their sophomore full-length album.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.7
A Winged Victory for the Sullen

A Winged Victory for the Sullen

by A Winged Victory for the Sullen
September 13, 2011
The duo of Dustin O'Halloran and Stars of the Lid's Adam Wiltzie release their debut album as A Winged Victory for the Sullen.
Metascore:
83
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tbd