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Red Hot + Rio 2

Red Hot + Rio 2

by Various Artists
June 28, 2011
The Red Hot Organization's follow-up to its successful 1996 compilation to raise HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention features 34 songs with international and Brazilian stars including Aloe Blacc, Beirut, Bebel Gilberto, Seu Jorge, John Legend, Marisa Monte, Of Montreal, and Caetano Veloso.
Metascore:
82
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tbd
Horses and High Heels

Horses and High Heels

by Marianne Faithfull
June 28, 2011
The English singer-songwriter's latest solo album features four original songs and features Lou Reed on two tracks.
Metascore:
65
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Queen of the Minor Key

Queen of the Minor Key

by Eilen Jewell
June 28, 2011
The singer-songwriter based in Boston releases her fourth studio album and infuses her country/folk stylings with jazz, R&B, and rock music.
Metascore:
82
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Galactic Melt

Galactic Melt

by Com Truise
June 28, 2011
The debut full-length release from Seth Haley is a concept album about the life and death of a robot astronaut.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.7
4

4

by Beyoncé
June 28, 2011
The aptly titled fourth studio album from the pop songstress has both dance-floor-ready jams and down-tempo tunes that are a bit tamer than those in the last album.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.8
Culture of Fear

Culture of Fear

by Thievery Corporation
June 27, 2011
The Washington DC-based duo's sixth studio album is less political than its last release, yet it still keeps a progressive stance and makes a statement.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
6.4
Carbonated

Carbonated

by Mount Kimbie
June 27, 2011
The British experimental dubstep duo's latest EP features work from its 2010 debut Crooks & Lovers.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.5
Evinspacey

Evinspacey

by Cassettes Won't Listen
June 21, 2011
Jason Drake's latest album's name had to be changed after actor Kevin Spacey sent a cease and desist order.
Metascore:
57
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Bobby

Bobby

by BOBBY
June 21, 2011
The seven-piece indie rock group led by Tom Greenberg recorded the album in Woodstock, New York.
Metascore:
71
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Wayward Fire

Wayward Fire

by The Chain Gang of 1974
June 21, 2011
The third album for the Colorado-based artist Kamtin Mohager is heavily influenced by 1980's dance music.
Metascore:
68
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The Future Will Destroy You

The Future Will Destroy You

by Viva Voce
June 21, 2011
The latest album for the husband and wife indie rock duo of Kevin and Anita Robinson is their first on the Vanguard label.
Metascore:
69
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The Light of the Sun

The Light of the Sun

by Jill Scott
June 21, 2011
The Philadelphia native releases her fourth studio album of soulful pop and R&B.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.5
Fomo

Fomo

by Liam Finn
June 21, 2011
The singer-songwriter from New Zealand releases his second solo album.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.8
Sorry for Party Rocking

Sorry for Party Rocking

by LMFAO
June 21, 2011
The dance pop duo are back with their sophomore album of party anthems.
Metascore:
47
User Score:
4.6
Modern Love

Modern Love

by Matt Nathanson
June 21, 2011
The Bay Area singer-songwriter returns with his seventh album of soulful songs.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.6
Planet Pit

Planet Pit

by Pitbull
June 21, 2011
The Miami rapper's new album consists of club bangers and features collaborations with Marc Anthony and Ne-Yo.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
4.3
Get Your Heart On!

Get Your Heart On!

by Simple Plan
June 21, 2011
The Canadian group's fourth full length is a collection of melodic pop punk songs.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.2
Goodbye Bread

Goodbye Bread

by Ty Segall
June 21, 2011
The San Francisco-based garage revivalist returns with a new record, the first on Drag City's label.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.7
Alpocalypse

Alpocalypse

by Weird Al Yankovic
June 21, 2011
The pop song parodist releases his 13th studio album, poking fun at Lady Gaga, Miley Cyrus, Taylor Swift and more.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.1
Shangri-La

Shangri-La

by YACHT
June 21, 2011
The Portland, Oregon, dance duo's latest album is a concept album about man's search for utopia.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.8
Konkylie

Konkylie

by When Saints Go Machine
June 21, 2011
The Danish quartet's second album weaves various music influences, such as jazz, techno, house, and rock, into its electro-pop sound.
Metascore:
74
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tbd
From Africa With Fury: Rise

From Africa With Fury: Rise

by Seun Kuti & Egypt 80
June 21, 2011
The youngest son of Fela Kuti teams up with his father's band, Egypt 80, on this album produced by Brian Eno and John Reynolds.
Metascore:
82
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tbd
New Brigade

New Brigade

by Iceage
June 21, 2011
This is the debut full-length album for the Danish punk rock band.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.2
Equatorial Ultravox

Equatorial Ultravox

by Chad Valley
June 21, 2011
The EP for the electronic artist also known as Hugo Manuel moves away from chillwave to a pop sound.
Metascore:
74
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tbd
Twist Again

Twist Again

by Bodies of Water
June 21, 2011
This is the third album for the Los Angeles indie rock trio that includes married couple David and Meredith Matcalf.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Bon Iver

Bon Iver

by Bon Iver
June 21, 2011
The Wisconsin-based indie folk band, fronted by singer-songwriter Justin Vernon, follows up its highly acclaimed For Emma, Forever Ago with a new album.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.6
Candidate Waltz

Candidate Waltz

by Centro-Matic
June 21, 2011
This is the latest album for the Texas-based band led by Will Johnson of Monsters of Folk and The Undertow Orchestra.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Special Affections

Special Affections

by Diamond Rings
June 21, 2011
Originally released in 2010 on Secret City Records, the debut full-length album for John O'Regan of the D'Urbervilles is rereleased on Astralwerks.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.7
Blanck Mass

Blanck Mass

by Blanck Mass
June 21, 2011
Fuck Button's Benjamin John Power releases his debut solo album of ambient electronic music.
Metascore:
71
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tbd
Unknown Mortal Orchestra

Unknown Mortal Orchestra

by Unknown Mortal Orchestra
June 21, 2011
This is the debut album for the Portland, Oregon-based band led by New Zealand-born Ruban Nielson of the Mint Chicks.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.5
Leveler

Leveler

by August Burns Red
June 21, 2011
The fourth studio album for the metal band from Pennsylvania was produced by Jason Suecof.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.6
We Are the Champions

We Are the Champions

by JEFF the Brotherhood
June 21, 2011
This is the fifth studio album for Jake and Jamin Orrall, who were previously in the indie rock band Be Your Own Pet.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
This Is the Computers

This Is the Computers

by The Computers
June 21, 2011
The first full-length album for the British punk rock quartet was produced by John "Speedo" Reis.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
The Latest Fashion

The Latest Fashion

by Attack! Attack!
June 21, 2011
The Welsh rock band (not to be confused with American metal band Attack Attack!) releases its second album.
Metascore:
52
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tbd
Whatever's On Your Mind

Whatever's On Your Mind

by Gomez
June 21, 2011
The English rockers release their seventh studio album of a 15-year career spanning genres, from rock to country to blues.
Metascore:
56
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tbd
Ritual

Ritual

by The Black Dahlia Murder
June 21, 2011
The Michigan heavy metal band's fifth studio album was produced by Mark Lewis.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.7
Brave Tin Soldiers

Brave Tin Soldiers

by Sarah Nixey
June 21, 2011
This is the second solo album for the British singer-songwriter.
Metascore:
76
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tbd
Together/Apart

Together/Apart

by Grieves
June 21, 2011
Benjamin Laub, aka as Grieves, releases his third album produced by Budo.
Metascore:
70
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tbd
Reason and Rhyme: Bluegrass Songs by Robert Hunter & Jim Lauderdale

Reason and Rhyme: Bluegrass Songs by Robert Hunter & Jim Lauderdale

by Jim Lauderdale
June 21, 2011
The latest partnership between Jim Lauderdale and the Grateful Dead's Robert Hunter produces an album of bluegrass songs.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
An Empty Bliss Beyond This World

An Empty Bliss Beyond This World

by The Caretaker
June 21, 2011
British producer/experimental artist Jim Kirby releases his latest album under The Caretaker name.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.6
Sounds of a Playground Fading

Sounds of a Playground Fading

by In Flames
June 21, 2011
The Swedish metal band that is considered to be the founders of the Gothenburg Metal sound releases its first album since guitarist Jesper Stromblad left the band.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.8
Eleven Eleven

Eleven Eleven

by Dave Alvin
June 20, 2011
The singer-songwriter who started his career with The Blasters wrote and recorded his latest solo album while on tour or during breaks from his 2010 tour.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Late Love

Late Love

by Wolves like Us
June 20, 2011
This is the debut full-length album for the Norwegian hard rock band that includes former members of such bands as Amulet, Infidels Forever, JR Ewing, and Silver.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Down 2 Earth

Down 2 Earth

by Ras G
June 20, 2011
The 21-track release from the Los Angeles hip-hop producer is his first full-length on the RAMP Recordings label.
Metascore:
66
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H-P1

H-P1

by White Hills
June 20, 2011
The latest album for the Brooklyn rock band led by Dave W. features a 17-minute-long track.
Metascore:
75
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Marissa Nadler

Marissa Nadler

by Marissa Nadler
June 14, 2011
The singer/songwriter's fifth release, funded by a Kickstarter campaign, is lyrically poignant and melodic with a folk edge.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.6
The Flood

The Flood

by Of Mice & Men
June 14, 2011
The second album for the band led by ex-Attack Attack! singer Austin Carlile (who briefly left the band in 2010) was produced by Joey Sturgis.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.7
All Things Bright and Beautiful

All Things Bright and Beautiful

by Owl City
June 14, 2011
The third studio album from Adam Young's Minnesota-based one-man band is melodic synth-pop laptop electronica.
Metascore:
49
User Score:
7.1
What's It All About

What's It All About

by Pat Metheny
June 14, 2011
The latest album for the artist is a solo acoustic guitar album that covers some classic pop songs from 1960 to the 1970s.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Pieces of Me

Pieces of Me

by Ledisi
June 14, 2011
This is the follow-up to the soul singer's Grammy nominated 2009 album Turn Me Loose.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
6.6
Everybody Wah

Everybody Wah

by Bosco Delrey
June 14, 2011
Produced by Doug Easley, the debut album for Bosco Delrey includes elements of electronic, drum and bass, pop, and rockabilly music.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
2

2

by Black Country Communion
June 14, 2011
The second album for the rock group with Deep Purple's Glenn Hughes, Jason Bonham, Dream Theater's Derek Sherinian, and Joe Bonamassa was produced by Kevin Shirley.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Through Low Light and Trees

Through Low Light and Trees

by Smoke Fairies
June 14, 2011
This is the debut full-length album for the British folk duo of Katherine Blamire and Jessica Davies.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Random Axe

Random Axe

by Random Axe
June 14, 2011
This is the debut release for the group that includes producer Black Milk, Guilty Simpson, and Sean Price.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.3
Sagara

Sagara

by diskJokke
June 14, 2011
Producer Joachim Dyrdahl's music was commissioned for Norway's Oye festival, which this third album contains.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Electronic Dream

Electronic Dream

by AraabMuzik
June 14, 2011
This is the debut release for the hip-hop producer AraabMuzik, best known for his work on Cam'Ron's 2009 album Crime Pays.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.4
Hell: The Sequel EP

Hell: The Sequel EP

by Bad Meets Evil
June 14, 2011
The hip-hop duo from Detroit consists of rappers Royce da 5'9" and Eminem.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.5
Bakesale [Deluxe Edition]

Bakesale [Deluxe Edition]

by Sebadoh
June 14, 2011
Originally released in 1994, the fifth studio album for the low-fi indie band led by Dinosaur Jr.'s Lou Barlow is remastered and reissued with B sides and rare tracks.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.1
Set the World On Fire

Set the World On Fire

by Black Veil Brides
June 14, 2011
The LA-based glam-rock group make their major label debut with the release of their sophomore album.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
5.6
It's All True

It's All True

by Junior Boys
June 14, 2011
The electronic music duo return with a new album, their fourth release on Domino Records.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.0
The Color Spectrum

The Color Spectrum

by The Dear Hunter
June 14, 2011
The indie band from Providence, Rhode Island, release a nine-part concept album, featuring nine EPs, each dedicated to a different color.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.8
Suburbia I've Given You All and Now I'm Nothing

Suburbia I've Given You All and Now I'm Nothing

by The Wonder Years
June 14, 2011
The Philadelphia pop-punk band return with another album released on Hopeless Records.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.9
The  Errant Charm

The Errant Charm

by Vetiver
June 14, 2011
The San Francisco folk band release their fifth full-length album.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Wild and Free

Wild and Free

by Ziggy Marley
June 14, 2011
The Jamaican reggae musician returns with his fourth solo album, featuring guest appearances by Woody Harrelson and Heavy D.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Sun and Shade

Sun and Shade

by Woods
June 14, 2011
Singer-guitarist Jeremy Earl and his band release their sixth full-length of sunny West Coast pop and folk rock.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.3
Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark

Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark

by Various Artists
June 14, 2011
U2's Bono and the Edge compose the soundtrack to the Broadway musical.
Metascore:
42
User Score:
tbd
A  Treasure

A Treasure

by Neil Young
June 14, 2011
Neil Young's latest release is a collection of country-rock songs features live tracks recorded during his 1984-1985 tour with the International Harvesters.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.0
Standing on the Rooftop

Standing on the Rooftop

by Madeleine Peyroux
June 14, 2011
The sixth album for the jazz artist was produced by Craig Street and features Meshell Ndegeocello, Marc Ribot, and Allen Toussaint.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Buffalo

Buffalo

by The Phoenix Foundation
June 14, 2011
The New Zealand indie rock band releases its fourth studio album.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
There Is a Way

There Is a Way

by Dananananaykroyd
June 13, 2011
The second album for the Scottish rock band was produced by Ross Robinson.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Mirror Mirror

Mirror Mirror

by Sons and Daughters
June 13, 2011
The Scottish rock band's first album since 2008's The Gift was produced by JD Twitch.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Native To

Native To

by Is Tropical
June 13, 2011
The British trio, known for wearing masks, releases its debut full-length album of indie dance tunes.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
tbd
In Trance

In Trance

by Juju
June 13, 2011
The third teaming up of British guitarist Justin Adam and Gambian singer Juldeh Camara now includes Billy Fuller on bass and Dave Smith on drums.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Double Demon

Double Demon

by Starlicker
June 10, 2011
The debut album for the jazz trio composed of trumpeter Rob Mazurek, vibraphonist Jason Adasiewicz, and drummer John Herndon.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Clutching Stems

Clutching Stems

by The Ladybug Transistor
June 7, 2011
The indie pop band releases its first album since the 2007 death of drummer San Fadyl.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Are You Gonna Eat That?

Are You Gonna Eat That?

by Hail Mary Mallon
June 7, 2011
Mary Mallon, aka Typhoid Mary, is the subject of this concept album for Aesop Rock's side project with Rob Sonic and DJ Big Wiz.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.5
Solid State: Songs from the Long Play

Solid State: Songs from the Long Play

by Sam Phillips
June 7, 2011
The singer-songwriter releases a collection of some of the songs she had originally released online.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Little Hell

Little Hell

by City and Colour
June 7, 2011
This is the third album for the Alexisonfire lead singer's other music project, City and Colour.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.5
Dirty Work

Dirty Work

by All Time Low
June 7, 2011
This is the emo-pop band's major-label debut.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
5.7
The Postelles

The Postelles

by The Postelles
June 7, 2011
The debut full-length album for the band formed while the members were in high school in Manhattan was produced by Albert Hammond, Jr. of The Strokes.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Lonely Twin

Lonely Twin

by Hospital Ships
June 7, 2011
The second album for Jordan Geiger as Hospital Ships moves forward from the acoustic style of his debut.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Cults

Cults

by Cults
June 7, 2011
The Brooklyn boy-girl duo make their major-label debut with throwback pop songs.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.2
Suck It and See

Suck It and See

by Arctic Monkeys
June 7, 2011
Arctic Monkeys partners with producer James Ford for a third time for a fourth album of indie pop songs.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.0
Arabia Mountain

Arabia Mountain

by Black Lips
June 7, 2011
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.5
Remixes 2: 81-11

Remixes 2: 81-11

by Depeche Mode
June 7, 2011
The three-disc remix compilation features new arrangements from former members Vince Clarke and Alan Wilder.
Metascore:
56
User Score:
7.1
It's a Corporate World

It's a Corporate World

by Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr.
June 7, 2011
The Detroit duo of Joshua Epstein and Daniel Zott release another album of psychedelic indie pop.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.1
David Comes To Life

David Comes To Life

by Fucked Up
June 7, 2011
The Toronto seven-piece release a four-act narrative album, as theatrical as it is musical.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
7.9
Ninth

Ninth

by Peter Murphy
June 7, 2011
The former Bauhaus leader's first collection of new solo material in seven years is his ninth album.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Sondre Lerche

Sondre Lerche

by Sondre Lerche
June 7, 2011
The Norwegian songwriter's self-titled sixth album features collaborations with Midlake percussionist McKenzie Smith and experiments with multiple genres, including jazz and bossa nova.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
All 6's and 7's

All 6's and 7's

by Tech N9ne
June 7, 2011
Born Aaron Dontez Yates, the Kansas City rapper releases his latest LP on Strange Music, featuring appearances from Busta Rhymes, E-40, T-Pain, and more.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.3
The King of In Between

The King of In Between

by Garland Jeffreys
June 7, 2011
This is the first release in over 13 years for the singer from New York City.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Gloss Drop

Gloss Drop

by Battles
June 7, 2011
The second full-length album for the New York rock band features Matias Aguayo, Gary Numan, Kazu Makino, and Yamantaka Eye as guest musicians.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.4
England Keep My Bones

England Keep My Bones

by Frank Turner
June 7, 2011
This is the fourth studio album for the British folk rock singer-songwriter.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.5
Parting the Sea Between Brightness and Me

Parting the Sea Between Brightness and Me

by Touché Amoré
June 7, 2011
Recorded over five days with producer Ed Rose, the second album for the Los Angeles post-hardcore band is its first on the Deathwish label.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.8
True Loves

True Loves

by Hooray for Earth
June 7, 2011
This is the Brooklyn indie rockers first full-length album on Dovecote.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.6
Ronnie Dunn

Ronnie Dunn

by Ronnie Dunn
June 7, 2011
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Channel Pressure

Channel Pressure

by Ford & Lopatin
June 7, 2011
Previously known as Games, Joel Ford and Daniel Lopatin release their debut full-length album under their new name.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.0
Two of Everything

Two of Everything

by Brian Olive
June 7, 2011
The former guitarist of the Greenhornes produced his second album with Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Khaos Legions

Khaos Legions

by Arch Enemy
June 7, 2011
The latest album for the melodic death metal band from Sweden is its first with new studio material since 2007's Rise Of The Tyrant.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.9
Loud Planes Fly Low

Loud Planes Fly Low

by Rosebuds
June 7, 2011
The Rosebuds bandmates Ivan Howard and Kelly Crisp reunite to record an emotional album of failed love and a hopeful future.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd