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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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
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8.1
Helping Hands

Helping Hands

by Butcher Boy
September 13, 2011
Metascore:
71
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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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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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III

III

by Gui Boratto
September 13, 2011
This the Brazilian producer's third full-length release of techno electronic music.
Metascore:
68
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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
American Goldwing

American Goldwing

by Blitzen Trapper
September 13, 2011
The Portland folk-rockers return with a new album of psychedelic roots music.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.9
Never Trust a Happy Song

Never Trust a Happy Song

by Grouplove
September 13, 2011
This is the debut full-length release for the Los Angeles-based indie rock quintet.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.9
Freaking Out [EP]

Freaking Out [EP]

by Toro y Moi
September 13, 2011
The latest five-track EP from Chaz Bundick sees the musician return to a more electro-pop sound.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.9
2011: A Space Odyssey

2011: A Space Odyssey

by The Cambodian Space Project
September 13, 2011
The debut album for the rock band led by Australian Julien Poulson features covers from 1960s-1970s Cambodian pop music, as well as original tracks that showcase elements from Southeast Asian music.
Metascore:
72
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tbd
Gentle Spirit

Gentle Spirit

by Jonathan Wilson
September 13, 2011
Produced by the singer-songwriter-producer, the album was recorded between tours and other producing jobs on analog tape. It includes Andy Cabic and Otto Hauser of Vetiver; Chris Robinson and Adam McDougall of the Black Crowes; and Brian Geltner, Barry Goldberg, Josh Grange, Gerald Johnson, Gary Louris, and Gary Mallaber as guest musicians.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.7
Bright and Vivid

Bright and Vivid

by Kathryn Calder
September 13, 2011
The second solo album for the New Pornographer singer/keyboardist was produced by Colin Stewart.
Metascore:
78
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tbd
Dreams Come True

Dreams Come True

by CANT
September 13, 2011
Chris Taylor of the Brooklyn band Grizzly Bear releases his solo side project.
Metascore:
67
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Relax

Relax

by Das Racist
September 13, 2011
The pop-rap experimentalists release its debut full-length album.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.8
Brighter Days: The Film and Live Concert Album

Brighter Days: The Film and Live Concert Album

by JJ Grey & Mofro
September 13, 2011
JJ Grey & Mofro's debut live concert album and DVD set was recorded at Atlanta's Variety Playhouse in January 2011.
Metascore:
80
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tbd
Gravity the Seducer

Gravity the Seducer

by Ladytron
September 13, 2011
The UK synth-pop veterans release their fifth full-length album.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.2
Junk of the Heart

Junk of the Heart

by The Kooks
September 13, 2011
The English indie rock band return after a three-year hiatus with a new album.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
6.6
Staind

Staind

by Staind
September 13, 2011
The Massachusetts nu-metal band release their seventh studio album.
Metascore:
55
User Score:
7.8
Mountaintops

Mountaintops

by Mates of State
September 13, 2011
Metascore:
74
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tbd
Violent Hearts

Violent Hearts

by Shimmering Stars
September 13, 2011
The debut album for the Canadian indie-pop trio was influenced by music from the 1950s and '60s.
Metascore:
72
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tbd
Worship Music

Worship Music

by Anthrax
September 13, 2011
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.2
Barfly

Barfly

by Rocket from the Tombs
September 12, 2011
The first album of new material in nearly 40 years for the Cleveland, Ohio, rock band is known as a major influence on punk and alternative music.
Metascore:
69
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tbd
The Loudest Engine

The Loudest Engine

by Howling Bells
September 12, 2011
The third album for the London-based, Australian indie rock quartet was produced by Mark Stoermer of The Killers.
Metascore:
59
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tbd
I Wake Up Screaming

I Wake Up Screaming

by Kid Creole & the Coconuts
September 12, 2011
Hercules Aand Love Affair's Andrew Butler produced the first album in over more than a decade for Thomas August Darnell's alter ego Kid Creole.
Metascore:
75
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tbd
A  Dramatic Turn of Events

A Dramatic Turn of Events

by Dream Theater
September 9, 2011
This is the progressive metal band's first album without drummer Mike Portnoy and was produced by guitarist John Petrucci.
Metascore:
55
User Score:
7.5
A Kiss Before You Go

A Kiss Before You Go

by Katzenjammer
September 8, 2011
The Norwegian quartet's second album includes a track recorded in a church.
Metascore:
66
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tbd
Go Tell Fire To The Mountain

Go Tell Fire To The Mountain

by WU LYF
September 6, 2011
The British rock band self-produced its debut full-length album, which was recorded in an unused church.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.9
Ghost to a Ghost/Gutter Town

Ghost to a Ghost/Gutter Town

by Hank Williams III
September 6, 2011
One of three releases out on the same day by the alternative country rock artist, this two-disc set tilts more toward country than rock and roll.
Metascore:
82
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tbd
Re: ECM

Re: ECM

by Ricardo Villalobos
September 6, 2011
Techno artist Ricardo Villalobos and experimental artist Max Loderbauer teamed up to produce music inspired by music label ECM's catalog.
Metascore:
72
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tbd
Hanna

Hanna

by Original Soundtrack
September 6, 2011
The Chemical Brothers bring their electronic skills to the soundtrack of the 2011 film.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.3
Mesabi

Mesabi

by Tom Russell
September 6, 2011
The singer-songwriter's latest album was coproduced by Barry Walsh and features Calexico, Augie Meyers, Van Dyke Parks, and Lucinda Williams as guest singers.
Metascore:
82
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tbd
Attention Deficit Domination

Attention Deficit Domination

by Hank Williams III
September 6, 2011
One of the three releases for Hank Williams III on September 6, this album consists of doom metal music.
Metascore:
51
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tbd
Cattle Callin

Cattle Callin

by Hank 3's 3 Bar Ranch
September 6, 2011
One of the three albums by Hank Williams III released September 6th and the most experimental of the three, Cattle Callin' include sounds of a cattle auctioneer.
Metascore:
46
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tbd
Eponymous

Eponymous

by Roberts & Lord
September 6, 2011
Simon Lord of the Black Ghosts and Simian collaborates with Rafter Roberts in a debut that was created over long distance, with Lord in London and Roberts in the US.
Metascore:
73
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tbd
Hurricane

Hurricane

by Grace Jones
September 6, 2011
The Jamaican-American singer, model, and actress releases her 10th studio album.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.6
Elsie

Elsie

by The Horrible Crowes
September 6, 2011
The debut side project for Gaslight Anthem lead singer Brian Fallon also features his guitar tech, Ian Perkins.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.5
Work (Work, Work)

Work (Work, Work)

by HTRK
September 6, 2011
The London-based duo completed its second album after the death of its bassist.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
Let Them Talk

Let Them Talk

by Hugh Laurie
September 6, 2011
The actor best known for his roles on the TV shows House and Jeeves and Wooster releases his debut album of blues music produced by Joe Henry.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
8.5
Beautiful Imperfection

Beautiful Imperfection

by Asa
September 6, 2011
The soulful singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist releases her sophomore album.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.8
Here for a Good Time

Here for a Good Time

by George Strait
September 6, 2011
The country singer releases his 39th studio album.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Seeds We Sow

Seeds We Sow

by Lindsey Buckingham
September 6, 2011
Fleetwood Mac's famed songwriter and guitarist returns with another solo release that was recorded entirely in his home.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.0
Celestial Electric

Celestial Electric

by Shawn Lee
September 6, 2011
The debut album for Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter AM and London-based Shawn Lee was influenced by 1960s and 70s rock music.
Metascore:
74
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tbd
Garden of Arms

Garden of Arms

by Peter Wolf Crier
September 6, 2011
The second release for Peter Pisano and Brian Moen was written after their 2010 tour.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
The  Devil's Rain

The Devil's Rain

by Misfits
September 6, 2011
The first album in eight years for the punk rock group was produced by Ed Stasium.
Metascore:
46
User Score:
3.8
Wildlife

Wildlife

by The Icarus Line
September 6, 2011
This is the fourth full-length album for the Los Angeles punk rock band.
Metascore:
75
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tbd
Listen to Me: Buddy Holly

Listen to Me: Buddy Holly

by Various Artists
September 6, 2011
The tribute album produced by Peter Asher features Jackson Browne, Monty Python's Eric Idle, Lyle Lovett, Imelda May, Linda Ronstadt, Fall Out Boy's Patrick Stump, and Brian Wilson singing some of Buddy Holly's hit songs.
Metascore:
67
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tbd
The Mancy of Sound

The Mancy of Sound

by Steve Coleman & the Five Elements
September 5, 2011
The latest album from the jazz saxophonist and his band features a four-piece suite inspired by the West African Yoruba people.
Metascore:
84
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tbd
In the Grace of Your Love

In the Grace of Your Love

by The Rapture
September 5, 2011
The New York trio releases their fourth album of dance punk.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.2
Mutual Friends

Mutual Friends

by BOY
September 2, 2011
The debut album from the Swiss-German pop duo of Valeska Steiner and Sonja Glass was produced by Philip Steinke.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.8
1977

1977

by Terius Nash
August 31, 2011
Recorded over two weeks, the dark and personal album was released for free on the Internet under his real name.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
8.7
Coastal Grooves

Coastal Grooves

by Blood Orange
August 30, 2011
Former Test Icicles member Dev Hynes releases a solo album of experimental '80s electronica.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.1
The  Rip Tide

The Rip Tide

by Beirut
August 30, 2011
The New Mexico-based band releases its newest album of indie rock, fusing world music with pop to develop a unique sound all of its own.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.6
Behind the Parade

Behind the Parade

by Tommy Keene
August 30, 2011
This is the latest album for the power pop singer-guitarist who has worked with Robert Pollard.
Metascore:
80
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tbd
One Man Mutiny

One Man Mutiny

by Tommy Stinson
August 30, 2011
Former Replacements bassist Tommy Stinson releases his second solo album on his label Done to Death.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Black and White

Black and White

by Wretch 32
August 30, 2011
The second album for the British rapper features guest appearances by Etta Bond, Chipmunk, Example, Darren B, Alex Mills, Daley, and Ed Sheeran.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.1
Floreat

Floreat

by Mara Carlyle
August 30, 2011
The British singer-songwriter's second album produced by Dan Carey was delayed for three years after EMI took over her previous record label.
Metascore:
86
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tbd
Hearts

Hearts

by I Break Horses
August 30, 2011
This is the debut album for the Swedish duo of Maria Linden and Fredrik Balck.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.2
I'm with You

I'm with You

by Red Hot Chili Peppers
August 30, 2011
The California rock band releases their 10th album produced by Rick Rubin and the first since 2006 and with new guitarist Josh Klinghoffer, who replaced John Frusciante.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
7.2
Endless Now

Endless Now

by Male Bonding
August 30, 2011
Produced by John Agnello, the second album from the British trio was recorded in Woodstock, New York.
Metascore:
70
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tbd
Tassili

Tassili

by Tinariwen
August 30, 2011
The Tuareg group releases their fifth studio album, fusing blues and styles of the nomadic people of the Sahara.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.5
Ghost on the Canvas

Ghost on the Canvas

by Glen Campbell
August 30, 2011
In spite of being diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease, the country pop musician releases a new album.
Metascore:
74
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tbd
Yes and Also Yes

Yes and Also Yes

by Mike Doughty
August 30, 2011
The fourth studio album for the indie rock singer was produced by Pat Dillett.
Metascore:
78
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tbd
Tripper

Tripper

by Hella
August 30, 2011
The Sacramento experimental rock band releases a new album.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.0
There's Always Another Girl

There's Always Another Girl

by Juliana Hatfield
August 30, 2011
The singer-songwriter's 11th studio album's focus is funding There's Always Another Girl (previously known as Speeches Delivered to Animals and Plants), in conjunction with the Pledge Music website, and she's also donating a percentage of the money put up by the fans to a pair of animal shelters.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.4
Fever Dream

Fever Dream

by Alias
August 30, 2011
The abstract hip hop Anticon musician returns with a new album of experimental rap.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Wander/Wonder

Wander/Wonder

by Balam Acab
August 30, 2011
This is the debut full-length release for electronic producer, Alec Koone.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.4
Ready for Confetti

Ready for Confetti

by Robert Earl Keen, Jr.
August 29, 2011
The Texas songwriter releases his 16th album.
Metascore:
72
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tbd
Nothing But the Beat

Nothing But the Beat

by David Guetta
August 29, 2011
The French producer/DJ releases his fifth album which includes guest appearances from such artists as Flo Rida, Nicki Minaj, Taio Cruz, Ludacris, Usher. will.i.am, Chris Brown, Lil Wayne, Akon, Timbaland, Jennifer Hudson, Jessie J, and Sia.
Metascore:
56
User Score:
6.6
World Wide Rebel Songs

World Wide Rebel Songs

by Tom Morello
August 29, 2011
Tom Morello's latest release as his folk alter ego is his third solo album, accompanied by a fully electrified band called The Freedom Fighters Orchestra.
Metascore:
61
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tbd
The Golden Age of Apocalypse

The Golden Age of Apocalypse

by Thundercat
August 29, 2011
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.2
Tha Carter IV

Tha Carter IV

by Lil Wayne
August 29, 2011
The ninth studio album from the rapper features special guests such as Drake, T-Pain, and Rick Ross.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
5.0
Night Shades

Night Shades

by Cobra Starship
August 29, 2011
The New York-based electro-pop band release their fourth studio album.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
5.7
Glazin'

Glazin'

by Jacuzzi Boys
August 29, 2011
The Miami-based band releases an album of garage punk songs.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Emperor's Nightingale

Emperor's Nightingale

by Stereo MC's
August 29, 2011
The British duo's seventh album continues its move toward electronic and rock music.
Metascore:
61
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tbd
Black and White America

Black and White America

by Lenny Kravitz
August 29, 2011
The funk rock singer and multi-instrumentalist releases his ninth studio album.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.0
The Spade

The Spade

by Butch Walker
August 29, 2011
The singer, songwriter, guitarist, and producer releases his debut album for Dangerbird Records.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.3