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July Flame

July Flame

by Laura Veirs
January 12, 2010
The Portland, Oregon-based singer-songwriter included more strings on her seventh album produced by Tucker Martine.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.8
Rain On The City

Rain On The City

by Freedy Johnston
January 12, 2010
The first album of new studio material in nine years for the singer-songwriter was produced by Richard McLaurin.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.4
You Break Our Hearts, We’ll Tear Yours Out

You Break Our Hearts, We’ll Tear Yours Out

by The Gilded Palace Of Sin
January 12, 2010
The trio from Manchester, England named after an album by country rock group The Flying Burrito Brothers, release its first album.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
A. Enlightenment B. Endarkenment (Hint: There is No C)

A. Enlightenment B. Endarkenment (Hint: There is No C)

by Ray Wylie Hubbard
January 12, 2010
The singer-songwriter from Oklahoma releases his first album in four years.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
6.3
The Music Scene

The Music Scene

by Blockhead
January 12, 2010
This is the third album for the New York-based rapper.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.7
Stigmata

Stigmata

by Martin Rev
January 5, 2010
The former member of the electro-punk duo Suicide releases his latest solo album, which is dedicated to his wife who passed away in 2007.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Animal

Animal

by Ke$ha
January 5, 2010
The debut album for the singer who appeared on the Flo Rida single "Right Round."
Metascore:
54
User Score:
6.2
VH1 Storytellers

VH1 Storytellers

by Kanye West
January 5, 2010
The CD/DVD set features a performance from the VH1 Storytellers TV series after the release of "808's & Heartbreak."
Metascore:
66
User Score:
6.5
Unbroken

Unbroken

by Katherine McPhee
January 5, 2010
John Alagia produced the American Idol comtestant's second album.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
7.4
Chant Darling

Chant Darling

by Lawrence Arabia
January 4, 2010
This is the second album for New Zealand's James Milne as Lawrence Arabia, who previously was a touring musician with Okkervil River.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
5.9
Stronger With Each Tear

Stronger With Each Tear

by Mary J. Blige
December 21, 2009
The latest album for the R&B singer features guest performers Drake, T.I., and Trey Songz as well as a song from the film "Precious."
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.3
Mudvayne

Mudvayne

by Mudvayne
December 21, 2009
The fifth studio album for the metal band from Illinois was produced by Jeremy Parker.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
7.0
Unleashed

Unleashed

by Hurricane Chris
December 21, 2009
The second album for the rapper features such guests as Mario, Piles, Bobby Valentino, Beanie Man, and Isis.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
tbd
We Are Young Money

We Are Young Money

by Young Money
December 21, 2009
The collaboration project from Lil Wayne features Drake, Guycci Mane, Lloyd, Tyga, Shanell, Birdman, Shawt Dawg, Nicki Minaj, T-Streets, Lil' Chuckee, Lil' Twist, Jae Millz, Gudda Gudda, and Mack Maine.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
5.0
Fall Be Kind [EP]

Fall Be Kind [EP]

by Animal Collective
December 15, 2009
The five-track EP is the second release for the year for the rock trio.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.1
The Element Of Freedom

The Element Of Freedom

by Alicia Keys
December 15, 2009
The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter releases her fourth studio album.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.4
Sex Therapy

Sex Therapy

by Robin Thicke
December 15, 2009
The fourth album for the R&B singer features such guests as Estelle, The Game, Jay-Z, Kid Cudi, and Snoop Dogg.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
5.8
What Day Is It Tonight? (Trans Am Live 1993-2008)

What Day Is It Tonight? (Trans Am Live 1993-2008)

by Trans Am
December 8, 2009
The three-disc set contains live recordings that span the 15-year career of the rock trio.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
This Is War

This Is War

by Thirty Seconds to Mars
December 8, 2009
The Jared Leto-led rock band releases its third album produced with Flood and Steve Lillywhite.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
7.7
Graffiti

Graffiti

by Chris Brown
December 8, 2009
The third album for the R&B singer features Game, Lil Wayne, Lupe Fiasco, Plies, Swizz Beatz, Trey Songz, Eva Simons, and Tank as his guest singers.
Metascore:
39
User Score:
5.0
Til The Casket Drops

Til The Casket Drops

by Clipse
December 8, 2009
Pharrell Williams returns to produce (and also guest on) the rap duo's third album.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.1
Malice N Wonderland

Malice N Wonderland

by Snoop Dogg
December 8, 2009
The latest album for the rapper features such guests as Brandy, The Dream, R. Kelly, Pharrell, and Soulja Boy.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
6.2
Dreamin' Man Live '92

Dreamin' Man Live '92

by Neil Young
December 8, 2009
The latest from Neil Young's Archives Performance Series features live songs from various appearances in 1992 before the release of "Harvest Moon."
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.3
Shock Value II

Shock Value II

by Timbaland
December 8, 2009
The third solo album for the producer features appearances by Brandy, Miley Cyrus, Chris Daughtry, Drake, The Fray, Keri Hilson, Chad Kroeger, Katy Perry, and Justin Timberlake.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
6.7
The State vs. Radric Davis

The State vs. Radric Davis

by Gucci Mane
December 8, 2009
The second album for the Alabama-born rapper features such guest artists as Lil Wayne, Jadakiss, Piles, Rick Ross, Soulja Boy Tell 'Em, and Usher.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.7
Waiting For You

Waiting For You

by King Midas Sound
December 8, 2009
The project consisting of The Bug, Roger Robinson and Hitomi releases its first album together.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.0
Florine [EP]

Florine [EP]

by Julianna Barwick
December 2, 2009
The second EP for the singer was inspired by music she heard in church.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
6.9
Straight No Chaser

Straight No Chaser

by Mr. Hudson
December 1, 2009
The second album for the British singer was produced with Kanye West, who also appears as a guest artist.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
7.2
Stir The Blood

Stir The Blood

by The Bravery
December 1, 2009
The third album for the New York City-based rock band was produced by John Hill.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
7.9
Untitled

Untitled

by R. Kelly
December 1, 2009
The latest solo album for the R&B singer features Keri Hilson, Rock City, Tyrese, Robin Thicke, and The-Dream as guest singers.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.9
Just Like You

Just Like You

by Allison Iraheta
December 1, 2009
The top female finisher on the eighth season of American Idol releases her debut album.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
6.5
Cocky And Confident

Cocky And Confident

by Juvenile
December 1, 2009
On his eighth release, Terius Gray aka Juvenile sees the acclaimed MC collaborating with guest performers, including Pleasure P, Kango Slim, Bobby V, Rico Love, B.G., Dorrough, and Q Corvette. Among the producers are such studio superstars as S-8ighty, Mouse, Precise, & Lu Balz, C. Smith.
Metascore:
49
User Score:
tbd
Blakroc

Blakroc

by Blakroc
November 27, 2009
The Damon Dash-produced project features the Black Keys and several hip hop artists including Ol' Dirty Bastard, Mos Def, Ludacris, RZA, Raekwon, Jim Jones, Nicole Wray, Q-Tip, Pharoahe Monch, NOE, and members of M.O.P.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.7
Dr. No's Ethiopium

Dr. No's Ethiopium

by Oh No
November 24, 2009
The fourth album for the rapper is an instrumental release influenced by Ethiopian, rock, jazz, folk, and soul music.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Oh Glory Oh Wilderness

Oh Glory Oh Wilderness

by Holopaw
November 24, 2009
The third album for the Gainesville, Florida-based rock band led by John Orth and Jeff Hays features a new line up.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
For Your Entertainment

For Your Entertainment

by Adam Lambert
November 23, 2009
The runner-up in season eight of American Idol releases his debut album.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.3
Rated R

Rated R

by Rihanna
November 23, 2009
The fourth studio album for the R&B singer from Barbados features Slash, will.i.am, and Young Jeezy as guest artists.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.2
Glitter And Doom Live

Glitter And Doom Live

by Tom Waits
November 23, 2009
The singer-songwriter releases a live CD with tracks recorded from various cities on his 2008 tour. The second disc contains 35-minutes of stories and antidotes as told by Waits.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.7
The Fame Monster

The Fame Monster

by Lady Gaga
November 23, 2009
The New York-born singer releases an eight track album inspired by her current fame.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.9
I Dreamed A Dream

I Dreamed A Dream

by Susan Boyle
November 23, 2009
The Britain’s Got Talent runner-up releases her debut album produced by Steve Mac.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
6.0
Echo Party

Echo Party

by Edan
November 23, 2009
Edan mixes a variety of songs from the Traffic Entertainment Group into a 29-minute track.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
The Live Anthology

The Live Anthology

by Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers
November 23, 2009
Tom Petty, Mike Campbell, and Ryan Ulyate picked the live songs for the four-disc collection of concert recordings spanning from 1978 to 2007.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
8.3
All Or Nothing

All Or Nothing

by Jay Sean
November 23, 2009
The British singer's first album on the Cash Money label features such guests as Lil Wayne, Sean Paul, and Lil Jon.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
6.4
Unexpected

Unexpected

by Angie Stone
November 23, 2009
This is the fifth album for the R&B singer/actor born in South Carolina.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
She Wolf

She Wolf

by Shakira
November 23, 2009
The Colombian singer releases her third English-language album, which reunites her with Wyclef Jean, who appeared on their number one single "Hips Don't Lie."
Metascore:
72
User Score:
5.7
Reality Killed The Video Star

Reality Killed The Video Star

by Robbie Williams
November 17, 2009
The former Take That singer releases his latest solo album produced by Trevor Horn.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.9
Don't Stop

Don't Stop

by Annie
November 17, 2009
The second album for the Norwegian singer features guest appearances by Franz Ferdinand's Alex Kapranos and Datarock's Fredrik Saroea.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.8
The Fall

The Fall

by Norah Jones
November 17, 2009
The fourth album for the singer-songwriter was produced by Jacquire King.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.1
Beak>

Beak>

by Beak>
November 17, 2009
The debut album for the trio from Bristol was written in 12 days.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.8
Them Crooked Vultures

Them Crooked Vultures

by Them Crooked Vultures
November 17, 2009
The debut album for the supergroup composed of the Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl, Queens Of The Stone Age's Josh Homme, and Led Zeppelin's John Paul Jones.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.7
Battle Studies

Battle Studies

by John Mayer
November 17, 2009
The singer-songwriter's latest album was co-produced with Steve Jordan.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.4
Echo

Echo

by Leona Lewis
November 17, 2009
The second album for the "X Factor" winner features production help from a variety of people including Justin Timberlake, Ryan Tedder, John Shanks, and Max Martin.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
8.2
Waking Up

Waking Up

by OneRepublic
November 17, 2009
This is the second album for the Grammy-nominated rock band from Colorado.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
7.9
Real Estate

Real Estate

by Real Estate
November 17, 2009
The New Jersey indie rock band that includes ex-Titus Andronicus member Martin Courtney releases its debut album.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.1
Kris Allen

Kris Allen

by Kris Allen
November 17, 2009
This is the first major label album for the winner of the eighth season of American Idol.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
6.4
My World

My World

by Justin Bieber
November 17, 2009
This is the debut album for the Canadian singer who was discovered on YouTube.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
3.2
Good Evening New York City

Good Evening New York City

by Paul McCartney
November 17, 2009
The three-disc set (two CDs and a DVD) features a recording of the ex-Beatle's three-night concert in New York City's Citi Field on July 17, 18, and 21, 2009.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.1
The Seventh Seal

The Seventh Seal

by Rakim
November 17, 2009
The rap artist releases his first solo album in ten years.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
6.1
BiRd-BrAiNs

BiRd-BrAiNs

by tUnE-yArDs
November 17, 2009
This is the debut album for the Canadian singer-songwriter Merrill Garbus.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.7
A Friend Of A Friend

A Friend Of A Friend

by Dave Rawlings Machine
November 17, 2009
The singer-songwriter's latest album was recorded with the help of Gillian Welch, Old Crow Medicine Show, Benmont Tench, and Nate Walcott.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Live In New York

Live In New York

by The Doors
November 17, 2009
The six-disc set features the entire performance at New York's Felt Forum in 1970.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.6
Felt 3: A Tribute To Rosie Perez

Felt 3: A Tribute To Rosie Perez

by Felt
November 17, 2009
The third album from the side project of Slug and Murs was produced with Aesop Rock.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.0
Ultraviolet

Ultraviolet

by Kid Sister
November 17, 2009
The debut album for the rap artist features guest appearances by David Banner, Estelle, Kanye West and Too Short. It was originally scheduled to be released as "Dream Date" in 2008.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.0
Before I Self Destruct

Before I Self Destruct

by 50 Cent
November 16, 2009
The fourth album for the rapper is finally released and features appearances by Eminem, Ne Yo, Lloyd Banks, and R. Kelly.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.0
Never Cry Another Tear

Never Cry Another Tear

by Bad Lieutenant
November 10, 2009
This is the debut album for the rock band formed by three members of New Order, Jake Evans, and Blur's Alex James appears as a guest.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
7.4
The Fountain

The Fountain

by Echo & the Bunnymen
November 10, 2009
The first studio album in four years for the British rock band was produced with John McLaughlin and Simon Perry.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
7.5
Midwinter Graces

Midwinter Graces

by Tori Amos
November 10, 2009
The latest album for the singer-songwriter is 12 tracks (14 on the deluxe edition or 15 with the iTunes bonus track) of traditional and original holiday songs.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.6
The Circle

The Circle

by Bon Jovi
November 10, 2009
The New Jersey rock band releases its latest album produced with John Shanks.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
7.7
Attention Deficit

Attention Deficit

by Wale
November 10, 2009
The debut album for the Washington, D.C. rapper features Lady Gaga, Pharrell, Bun B., Chrisette Michele, K'naan, Marsha Ambrosius, J.Cole, Melanie Fiona, Gucci Mane, Jazmine Sullivan, and Weensey as guest artists.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.3
Memento Mori

Memento Mori

by Flyleaf
November 10, 2009
The second album for the Texas heavy metal rock band was produced by Howard Benson.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.8
Alter The Ending

Alter The Ending

by Dashboard Confessional
November 10, 2009
The latest album for the Chris Carrabba-led band was produced by Butch Walker and Adam Schlesinger.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
7.5
Xenophanes

Xenophanes

by Omar Rodríguez-López
November 10, 2009
Mars Volta's Omar Rodriguez Lopez releases his first Spanish-only solo album.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
8.6
Rewolf

Rewolf

by Asobi Seksu
November 10, 2009
The fourth full-length album for the New York City-based band features reworkings of some of its previously released songs.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Unbalance

Unbalance

by 2562
November 10, 2009
Dave Huismans releases his second album as 2562.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Hello Hurricane

Hello Hurricane

by Switchfoot
November 10, 2009
The latest album for the rock band from San Diego is the first of four recorded in the same session to be released.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.9
Up To Now

Up To Now

by Snow Patrol
November 10, 2009
The two-disc compilation album features three new tracks.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
6.9
Backtracks

Backtracks

by AC/DC
November 10, 2009
The box set includes rare singles, live tracks from 1977-2000, and a music video DVD.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.9
The Apple And The Tooth

The Apple And The Tooth

by Bibio
November 10, 2009
The follow-up to his June release "Ambivalence Avenue" features eight remixes and four new songs.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Belly Of The Lion

Belly Of The Lion

by Ola Podrida
November 10, 2009
This is the second album for film composer David Wingo as Ola Podrida.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Ignore The Ignorant

Ignore The Ignorant

by The Cribs
November 10, 2009
This is the first album for the British rock band to feature the Smiths' Johnny Marr as lead guitarist.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.2
Landing

Landing

by Githead
November 10, 2009
The fourth album for the rock band includes the Wire's Colin Newman, Scanner's Robin Rimbaud, and former members of Minimal Compact, Malka Spigel and Max Franken.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
By The Throat

By The Throat

by Ben Frost
November 10, 2009
Classical-minimalist composer Ben Frost makes eerie, ambient-electronic noise in By the Throat.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.6
Chimeric

Chimeric

by Radian
November 10, 2009
This is the first album in five years for the trio from Austria.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Why You Runnin' [EP]

Why You Runnin' [EP]

by Lissie
November 10, 2009
The debut five-track EP for the California-based singer was produced by Band Of Horses' Bill Reynolds.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.2
Climb Up

Climb Up

by Apse
November 10, 2009
The New England rock band releases it first album in four years and its first with the four new band members.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
tbd
Only Revolutions

Only Revolutions

by Biffy Clyro
November 9, 2009
The fifth studio album for the Scottish rock trio was produced by Garth "GGGarth" Richardson.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.6
Harvest Festival

Harvest Festival

by Joe Goddard
November 9, 2009
Hot Chip's cofounder releases his debut solo album.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Seek Magic

Seek Magic

by Memory Tapes
November 9, 2009
This is the debut album for Dayve Hawk as Memory Tapes.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.7
You Are The One I Pick

You Are The One I Pick

by Felix
November 3, 2009
This is the debut album for the duo of Lucinda Chua and Chris Summerlin.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Islands

Islands

by The Mary Onettes
November 3, 2009
The Swedish band returns with its second full-length album.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.4
Phrazes For The Young

Phrazes For The Young

by Julian Casablancas
November 3, 2009
This is the solo debut for the Strokes lead singer.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.7
Raditude

Raditude

by Weezer
November 3, 2009
The latest album for the California rock band features a guest appearance by Lil Wayne.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
5.9
Play On

Play On

by Carrie Underwood
November 3, 2009
The third album for the multi-award winning country singer was again produced by Mark Bright.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
5.8
Molina And Johnson

Molina And Johnson

by Molina And Johnson
November 3, 2009
This is the debut album of the collaboration between Magnolia Electric Co.'s Jason Molina and Centro-matic's Will Johnson.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Swords

Swords

by Morrissey
November 3, 2009
The compilation contains b-sides from his past three albums.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.4
In Love & War

In Love & War

by Amerie
November 3, 2009
The fourth album for the R&B singer features Fabolous, Lil Wayne, and Trey Songz as a guest artists.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
5.1
Live At Reading

Live At Reading

by Nirvana
November 3, 2009
The entire performance by Nirvana at 1992's Reading Festival is released both as a CD and DVD.
Metascore:
93
User Score:
8.7
Glee: The Music, Volume 1

Glee: The Music, Volume 1

by Various Artists
November 3, 2009
The soundtrack features songs from the first season of the TV show.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
6.5
World Painted Blood

World Painted Blood

by Slayer
November 3, 2009
Greg Fidelman and Rick Rubin produced the latest disc for the thrash metal band.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.4
Bleach: Deluxe Edition

Bleach: Deluxe Edition

by Nirvana
November 3, 2009
The debut album for the grunge band is remastered and reissued with a 1990 live recording of a concert at Portland, Oregon's Pine Street Theatre.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.6