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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:
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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
User Score:
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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Together/Apart

Together/Apart

by Grieves
June 21, 2011
Benjamin Laub, aka as Grieves, releases his third album produced by Budo.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
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:
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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
User Score:
tbd
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
User Score:
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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
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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
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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:
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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
Revelator

Revelator

by Tedeschi Trucks Band
June 7, 2011
The debut album for the blues band led by the husband and wife duo of Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeshi was produced by Jim Scott.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.2
Two Matchsticks

Two Matchsticks

by Wooden Birds
June 7, 2011
This is the second album for the band led by American Analog Set's Andrew Kenny and includes Sean Haskins, Matt Pond and Leslie Sisson. Death Cab For Cutie's Ben Gibbard features as a guest.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Glacial Glow

Glacial Glow

by Noveller
June 7, 2011
This is Sarah Lipstate's fourth album under the name Noveller.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
6.0
Nothing Is Wrong

Nothing Is Wrong

by Dawes
June 7, 2011
The second album for the Los Angeles folk-rock band was produced by Jonathan Wilson.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.1
Larceny & Old Lace

Larceny & Old Lace

by The Coathangers
June 7, 2011
The second album for the all-women rock band from Atlanta was produced by Ed Rawls.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Satisfied at Last

Satisfied at Last

by Joe Ely
June 7, 2011
This is Joe Ely's first album since 2007's Happy Songs From Rattlesnake Gulch.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
tbd
Light the Horizon

Light the Horizon

by Bedouin Soundclash
June 7, 2011
The Canadian reggae/ska band returns with a new drummer by the name of Sekou Lumumba and a new producer, King Britt, for its fourth album.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
In Light

In Light

by Givers
June 7, 2011
The full-length debut release for the Louisiana indie pop band was produced by Ben H. Allen.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.5
Make a Scene

Make a Scene

by Sophie Ellis-Bextor
June 6, 2011
The fourth album for the British pop singer features guest appearances by Armin van Buuren, Freemasons, and Junior Caldera.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
8.4
Absolute II

Absolute II

by Oneida
June 6, 2011
The album is the final release for Oneida's Thank Your Parents trilogy.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
With U [EP]

With U [EP]

by Holy Other
June 6, 2011
This is the debut EP for the Manchester-based producer.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Director's Cut

Director's Cut

by Kate Bush
May 31, 2011
The British artist reworked and rerecorded some of her songs from 1989's The Sensual World and 1993's The Red Shoes albums.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.1
Ukulele Songs

Ukulele Songs

by Eddie Vedder
May 31, 2011
There is no irony in the title of Eddie Vedder's first solo album: These are indeed songs performed on a ukulele.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.3
Don't Blame the Stars

Don't Blame the Stars

by The Black Swans
May 31, 2011
The Texas folk rock band's concept album recorded in a Columbus, Ohio, garage in 2008 is the final album with violinist Noel Sayre, who died in a swimming accident.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
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Sugar Daddy Live

Sugar Daddy Live

by The Melvins
May 31, 2011
Recorded at The Busta-Guts Club in Southern California, the legendary grunge rockers return with an album featuring fan favorites in live recordings.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Go With Me

Go With Me

by Seapony
May 31, 2011
The debut album for the Seattle indie rock trio was recorded at their home.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
Lord of the Birdcage

Lord of the Birdcage

by Robert Pollard
May 31, 2011
The prolific singer-songwriter wrote the music for his latest album from previously written poems.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
OX 2010: A Street Odyssey

OX 2010: A Street Odyssey

by Vast Aire
May 31, 2011
Cannibal Ox's Vast Aire releases his latest solo album.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
Seeker Lover Keeper

Seeker Lover Keeper

by Seeker Lover Keeper
May 31, 2011
The Australian singer-songwriter trio of Sarah Blasko, Holly Throsby, and Sally Seltmann releases its first album together.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
What's Going On [40th Anniversary Edition]

What's Going On [40th Anniversary Edition]

by Marvin Gaye
May 31, 2011
Considered one of the best soul albums ever released, What's Going On has been reissued and remastered with 28 bonus tracks.
Metascore:
100
User Score:
8.9
We Love You So Bad

We Love You So Bad

by Kids on a Crime Spree
May 31, 2011
This is the debut album for the pop band led by From Bubblegum to Sky's Mario Hernandez.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
What Did You Expect from the Vaccines?

What Did You Expect from the Vaccines?

by The Vaccines
May 31, 2011
The debut album for the British indie rock band was produced by Dan Grech.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.2
Natural History

Natural History

by J.D. Souther
May 31, 2011
The singer-songwriter rerecorded some of his old songs with less instrumentation than in the original versions.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
Codes and Keys

Codes and Keys

by Death Cab for Cutie
May 31, 2011
The melodic emo chart-toppers from Washington return with their seventh album.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.4
Circuital

Circuital

by My Morning Jacket
May 31, 2011
Nearly three years since its last release, the Kentucky psychedelic-indie band offer up its sixth album.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.8
Submarine (Original Songs from the Motion Picture)

Submarine (Original Songs from the Motion Picture)

by Alex Turner
May 31, 2011
The Arctic Monkeys singer wrote and performed all six tracks of the soundtrack for the British movie Submarine.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.6
Speed of Darkness

Speed of Darkness

by Flogging Molly
May 31, 2011
Ryan Hewitt produced the Celtic punk rock band's fifth studio album, which was recorded at a church-turned-recording-studio.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Route One or Die

Route One or Die

by Three Trapped Tigers
May 30, 2011
This is the debut full-length release for the British noise rock trio led by Tom Rogerson.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
You Can't Teach An Old Dog New Tricks

You Can't Teach An Old Dog New Tricks

by Seasick Steve
May 30, 2011
This is the first album from the Blues singer from California on Third Man Records, Jack White's label.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.3