The indie-folk Texas band's first release in nearly three years is an experimental endeavor, full of moving piano ballads; sonic saxophone sounds; and expressive, raw vocals.

A solo project from Cleveland's Dylan Baldi, Cloud Nothings' debut is full of poetic teen angst and lo-fi pop melodies.

Canadian pop craftsman Daniel Bejar's ninth album combines the glam of David Bowie and the rock and roll of T. Rex into a retro dance soundtrack for disco fans.

The English post-punk legends release another album of minimalist dance punk; their first collection of new material in 16 years.

On its third album, Long Beach's indie rock quartet takes a more personal approach lyrically and gets a little more blues oriented musically--all while retaining its modern-rock sound.

The Missouri band that helped put emo on the map in the mid-'90s is back with its fifth studio album of its distinctive, emotionally driven rock sound.

The country singer's self-released album focuses on the relationships she's had with her family and friends.

The husband-and-wife duo's second full-length album features Sufjan Stevens as a guest musician.

Recorded by Steve Albini, this is the first album without cofounder G. W. Sok, who left the Dutch experimental punk band in 2009 to pursue other interests.

The album produced by Thomas Brenneck is the debut album for the 62-year-old singer Charles Bradley, who was discovered singing at the Tarheel Lounge.

The latest solo album for the Brooklyn rapper was originally set to be a self-released digital-only album (Duck Down signed on to release the physical version). It features production from Ski Beatz, S1, Marco Polo, M-Phazes, 88-Keys, Shuko, 6th Sense, E. Jones, Nick Speed, KYRYSIS!, Blaq Toven, Oh No, and Maurice Brown.

The demos and rehearsal tracks recorded between 1974 and 1976 from the 1970's Detroit rock band make up the second batch of the trio's music released by Drag City.

The second full-length album for the Israeli rock band was produced by Steve Albini.

The fourth album for the singer-songwriter features appearances by Priscilla Ahn, Pieta Brown, James Gadson, Willie Nelson, Lucinda Williams, Iron & Wine's Sam Beam, and Calexico.

The 1970s Nantucket-area singer's sophomore album is rereleased with tracks from his "Right on for the Darkness" single.

Captured Tracks releases the New York-based indie band's debut full-length album following positive reactions and comparisons to The Cure on the group's previously released singles.

This is the second release for the Denver-based four-piece alternative rock band.

This is the second album for the New York indie rock band led by Juan Wauters.

Trans Am's Phil Manley releases his first solo album.

The Mexico City-based indie rock band's album was recorded in Canada and produced by Dave Newfeld.

Tony Cook was discovered by James Brown and became his drummer in 1976. This collection of unreleased and rare releases from his side projects was recorded between 1982-1986.

The two-disc compilation for the Swedish indie band includes 28 tracks from its previous three full-length albums and four EPs.

The British guitarist releases his first solo album since 1998's Traveller's Prayer.

The final album for the electronic artist is an in-studio collection of nine songs the LCD Soundsystem's career.

The six-track album introduces Emmanuel Nicolaidis, who joins the Baltimore, Maryland-based trio as its new drummer.

The Nashville guitarist who has worked with Lambchop, Silver Jews, and Bonnie "Prince" Billy releases his debut solo album.

This is the debut album for the band, which features Adam Dutkiewicz and Jesse Leach of Killswitch Engage.

The Portland-based band returns with less rock and more atmospheric, orchestral arrangements with a little bit of country-folk thrown in as well.

The Canadian quartet delivers experimental, post-rock dream pop on its new album.

On his latest album, the blues-rock singer pays tribute to his influences, both as a solo artist and as a member of the Allman Brothers. Allman also collaborates with other blues instrumentalists to create his own spin on a collection of old-time songs.

The Guided by Voices frontman's latest solo effort balances both noisy rock and melody into a harmonious release.

Inspired by the social and economic climate in its hometown of Ireland, the band's newest album is a reflective and politically charged mix of power pop and rock.

This is the latest release for the rock quartet from Brooklyn, New York.

Chicago's Smith Westerns take psychedelic rock to the next level with their second album of David Bowie-inspired vocals and catchy melodies.

The fourth album for the quartet comprising Sunn0))'s Stephen O'Malley, Ulver's Daniel O'Sullivan, Kristoffer Rygg, and Steve Noble was recorded in Oslo, Norway.

Though it's been seven years since Social Distortion's last release, the newest album picks up where they left off with visceral, hard-driving rock songs about love and life.

Patrick Riley and Alaina Moore, the husband-and-wife duo sing of nautical adventures, spinning a sea story of love set against sunny-sounding guitars and vocals.

The UK's singer-songwriter returns with an album of crooning love-tinged lyrical gems sung over melodious piano chords and guitars.

Alan Moulder produces the British alternative rock trio's second album.

The compilation album of live tracks from 2003 to 2010 is a sequel to the band's 1998 collection, Live on Two Legs.

This is the debut full-length album for the San Francisco psychedelic rock quintet.

This is the first solo release on Woodsist for the Real Estate guitarist Matthew Mondanile.

The Austin, Texas, indie rock band releases its first album in four years, which sees the quartet move toward a darker and more mature sound than its self-titled debut in 2006.

Darker My Love's Tim Presley releases his second solo album.

The second album for the Chicago-based band is the final album with original drummer Graeme Gibson who left the quartet to be closer to his family.

Produced by guitarist Ivan Duran, the latest album for Aurelio Martinez was recorded in Senegal.

The Brooklyn indie rock duo from Texas releases its debut album.

The Athens, Georgia, indie rock band releases its third full-length album.

Daniel Martin Moore's latest solo album includes a selection of songs influenced by classic gospel.

The reissue of the 2009 solo album for the former guitarist of the band Harry Pussy supplements the album with unreleased songs and two from High Wasted.

Although the band was formed over a decade ago, this is the debut full-length release for the metal band.

The second album for the Scottish indie rock band was produced by Tony Doogan.

Famous for its live performances, the indie rock band--based out of Brighton, England--weaves together atmospheric sounds to create an innovative new album.

The Kentucky quintet's sophomore album is filled with noisy guitars and pop-laced alternative rock jams, comparable to bands like the Pixies and Cake.

The country duo's self-titled debut follows their appearance on the second season of CMT's Can You Duet, proving that Linsey's sultry sound and her boyfriend Joshua Scott Jones' deep, blues-inspired vocals make a winning combination.

Birthed from the British punk explosion, Wire's rousing experimental rock has lasted decades and continues with the release of the post-punk trio's 12th studio album.

The indie rock band from Minnesota self-produced its third album.

After a seven-year hiatus, the Sacramento band's long-awaited album mixes alt-country sounds of steel guitars with their trademark bass-and-horn combination to create their sixth playful pop/rock record.

The remaster of the debut album for the rock band led by Josh Holmes features two songs with Beaver from the 1998 EP The Split CD and one song from its collaboration with Kyuss.

The artist combines the sounds of Americana and Asia for her first album on the Rounder label.

The Grammy-award winning saxophonist's latest album is a collection of Charlie "Bird" Parker songs recorded with Lovano's band, the Us Five.

This is the full-length debut album for the New Zealand indie rock quartet.

The Philadelphia-based psychedelic rock band releases its first album on the Fire Records (UK) label.

This is the latest album for the Florida chillwave artist Mike Diaz.

The fourth album for the Alabama rap duo features production by the A-Team, Block Beataz, Clams Casino, DJ Burn One, and Str8 Dope.

The 19-track mixtape which features new versions of several tracks from MAYA as well as new tracks, was released as a download.

With such guests as Rick Ross and Chris Brown featured on her album, the R&B songstress's sophomore album contains both club hits and seductive ballads.

The Wu-Tang member branches out with his own brand of street flow on his solo album of soul-heavy funk sounds and old-school hip-hop.

Featuring acclaimed producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, along with guest singers and rappers, Keyshia Cole's latest release offers a mix of down-tempo R&B melodies and upbeat tracks.

The fourth album from the stand-up comedian, actor, and singer features club bangers and his recognizable brand of R&B. It also guest stars Justin Timberlake, Ludacris, Soulja Boy, and others.

This is the second full-length album for the Canadian rock trio from Ottawa.

The long-awaited fourth album by model, actress, and R&B superstar Ciara features Ludacris and Usher, balancing back and forth between club beats and slow ballads.

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Taking his sound back to Motown, the R&B hit maker tones down his controversial image, releasing classic love songs inspired by '50s and '60s slow jams.

The major-label debut from the American Idol star sticks to her style on the show--folk-tinged, reflective rock reminiscent of the early-'60s era.

The rapper and producer's fifth album is Diddy's attempt at fashioning an alter ego and creating a conceptual album. The release features collaborations with Felix da Housecat, the Neptunes, and The-Dream.

Adams' fifth album with The Cardinals was recorded during the 2007 Easy Tiger sessions and is now being released as this double album. The two-disc effort is full of guitar-driven hard rock, as well as more downbeat, melodious tracks.

The latest solo album for the rapper features guest appearances by DJ Kool, Faith Evans, Kool Moe Dee, Pooh Bear, Ready Roc, Runt Dawg, Saukrates, Melanie Rutherford, Method Man, and Bun B.

The folk singer Liz Janes returns with her first album since 2004. The songs written a cappella were fleshed out with the help of Chris Schlarb of I Heart Lung and Create(!).

The Grammy award-winning electronic dance duo--and their masked identities portraying them as man-machines--make a logical pairing to score the soundtrack of the innovative science fiction film.

The debut album for the Montreal band was mixed by Sune Rose Wagner of The Raveonettes.

The funky and soul-filled Welsh singer's second album blends soft ballads with upbeat pop tracks, revealing a range of influences from the retro 1960's to modern day disco sounds.

This is the third album for the singer best known in the United States for her song in the television show The Hills.

The Canadian DJ who is known for his mouse-head costume releases his third full-length album.

The sixth-studio album from the Chicago-area rock band was produced by Ian Kirkpatrick.