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	84 Entomology by Josef K November 21, 2006 The short-lived early 1980s Scottish band (who, like followers Orange Juice, are a strong influence on present-day bands such as Franz Ferdinand) are celebrated in a 22-track compilation that includes their singles for Postcard, cuts from their only two LPs, and recordings from a session for John Peel. Metascore: 84 User Score: tbd
	85 Ys by Joanna Newsom November 14, 2006 Steve Albini, Jim O'Rourke and Van Dyke Parks lend a hand on this five-song full-length from the folk singer-songwriter. Metascore: 85 User Score: 8.4
	68 So Divided by ...And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead November 14, 2006 King Crimson's Pat Mastelotto and The Dresden Dolls' Amanda Palmer guest on the Texas band's follow-up to 'Worlds Apart.' Metascore: 68 User Score: 7.6
	73 Doctor's Advocate by The Game November 14, 2006 The rapper's second album is missing contributions from the Dr. Dre / Eminem / 50 Cent clan who helped power 'The Documentary' to success, but it does feature production work by Kanye West, Just Blaze and Swizz Beatz. Metascore: 73 User Score: 8.6
	65 An Other Cup by Yusuf November 14, 2006 Yusuf Islam (who seems to have lost the "Islam" portion of his name), better known by his former name of Cat Stevens, returns with his first album of pop songs since 1978. Metascore: 65 User Score: 8.0

	64 9 by Damien Rice November 14, 2006 The Irish singer-songwriter returns with a second album. Metascore: 64 User Score: 8.4
	52 The Pick Of Destiny OST by Tenacious D November 14, 2006 The second album for the tongue-in-cheek rock duo of Jack Black and Kyle Gass serves as the soundtrack to their movie of the same name. Metascore: 52 User Score: 8.2
	60 When Your Heart Stops Beating by (+44) November 14, 2006 This is the first release for the new project from blink-182's Travis Barker and Mark Hoppus. Metascore: 60 User Score: 8.2
	67 Milk White Sheets by Isobel Campbell November 7, 2006 James Iha (Smashing Pumpkins) guests on the former Belle & Sebastian singer's second solo outing, which finds her reworking traditional British folk songs. Metascore: 67 User Score: tbd
	73 Love, Pain & the whole crazy thing by Keith Urban November 7, 2006 The Australian country singer (who also doubles as Nicole Kidman's husband) wrote all or part of 10 of the 13 songs on this fourth solo album. Metascore: 73 User Score: 8.2

	71 Get Evens by The Evens November 7, 2006 This is the second album for the D.C.-based duo of Ian MacKaye (Fugazi) and Amy Farina (The Warmers). Metascore: 71 User Score: 7.8
	77 The Peel Sessions 1991-2004 by PJ Harvey November 7, 2006 This compilation includes a dozen songs recorded live for BBC Radio. Metascore: 77 User Score: 7.3
	67 Public Warning by Lady Sovereign October 31, 2006 The South London grime artist becomes Def Jam's very first female MC with the release of this solo debut LP. Metascore: 67 User Score: 6.0
	72 Saturday Night Wrist by Deftones October 31, 2006 Bob Erzin (Jane's Addiction) produced the alt-metal band's fifth album. System Of A Down vocalist Serj Tankian guests. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.7
	78 Pretty Little Head by Nellie McKay October 31, 2006 The singer/songwriter's sophomore set (delayed for a year due to an acrimonious split with her record label) includes collaborations with k.d. lang and Cyndi Lauper. Metascore: 78 User Score: 6.4

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	67 Songbird by Willie Nelson October 31, 2006 Youngster Ryan Adams produced this 11-song mix of originals and covers, which also includes musical backing from Adams' band The Cardinals. Metascore: 67 User Score: 5.7
	64 Endless Wire by The Who October 31, 2006 The legendary band's first studio album since 1982 includes a full version of their mini-opera "Wire & Glass," which was recently released (appropriately enough) as a mini-album. Metascore: 64 User Score: 7.6
	52 Bat Out Of Hell III: The Monster Is Loose by Meat Loaf October 31, 2006 This is the Loaf's third (and hopefully final) installment in his three-decade Bat Out Of Hell series. Metascore: 52 User Score: 7.7
	15 Playing With Fire by Kevin Federline October 31, 2006 Now that Britney has dumped him, all he has is his music. Ouch. Metascore: 15 User Score: 2.1
	70 In The Absence Of Truth by Isis October 31, 2006 This fourth LP for the metal band follow's 2004's acclaimed 'Panopticon' as well as an opening slot on Tool's latest tour. Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.7
	67 Taylor Swift by Taylor Swift October 24, 2006 The debut-full-length release for the 16-year-old country-pop singer-songwriter was produced by Nathan Chapman and Robert Ellis Orrall. Metascore: 67 User Score: 8.4
	60 Chops by Euros Childs October 24, 2006 Gorky's Zygotic Mynci frontman Euros Childs makes his solo debut with this 14-song effort. Metascore: 60 User Score: 7.5
	77 Once Again by John Legend October 24, 2006 The Grammy-winning neo-soul singer's follow-up to 'Get Lifted' was produced by Kanye West, will.i.am and Raphael Saadiq. Metascore: 77 User Score: 8.0
	79 The Black Parade by My Chemical Romance October 24, 2006 This highly-anticipated and highly-theatrical concept album follow's the New Jersey band's 2004 breakthrough hit 'Three Cheers For Sweet Revenge.' Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.8
	60 Threes by Sparta October 24, 2006 This is the third album for project that began as a spin-off from At The Drive-In but has since lost founding guitarist Paul Hinojos (who is replaced for this album with Denali's Keeley Davis). Metascore: 60 User Score: 8.1
	67 Noise Floor (Rarities 1998-2005) by Bright Eyes October 24, 2006 This B-sides, rarities and covers compiliations includes 16 Conor Oberst tracks of varying fidelity from the past eight years. Metascore: 67 User Score: 8.0
	67 "Pussy Cats" Starring The Walkmen by The Walkmen October 24, 2006 The indie rockers' second release of 2006 is a song-for-song recreation of Harry Nilsson's alcohol-fueled, John Lennon-produced, 1974 album. Metascore: 67 User Score: 7.9
	74 The Pirate's Gospel by Alela Diane October 24, 2006 The debut album for the singer-songwriter from Nevada City, California. Metascore: 74 User Score: 8.5
	75 Let's Build A Fire by +/- October 24, 2006 This is the third album for the James Baluyut-led indie rockers. Metascore: 75 User Score: 8.0
	60 Calamity by The Curtains October 24, 2006 'Calamity' is the first full length for Chris Cohen's new full-time project since leaving experimental rockers Deerhoof. Metascore: 60 User Score: tbd
	53 Rudebox by Robbie Williams October 23, 2006 William Orbit, Mark Ronson, Lily Allen and the Pet Shop Boys are among the collaborators on Williams' eclectic seventh studio disc, which finds him experimenting (never a good sign) with electronica and even hip-hop. Metascore: 53 User Score: 7.3
	57 Born In The U.K. by Badly Drawn Boy October 17, 2006 Lemon Jelly's Nick Franglen produced Damon Gough's fifth Badly Drawn Boy album. Metascore: 57 User Score: 6.6
	70 World Waits by Jeremy Enigk October 17, 2006 'World' is the first solo album in a decade for the Sunny Day Real Estate and Fire Theft frontman. Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.1
	64 Hello Everything by Squarepusher October 17, 2006 This is Tom Jenkinson's first new album in two years, and the English electronica artist's tenth disc overall. Metascore: 64 User Score: 7.9
	62 Press Play by Diddy October 17, 2006 The artist currently known as Diddy's first release in five years features production by will.i.am, Pharrell, Just Blaze and Kanye West, with a huge roster of contributors including Christina Aguilera, Brandy, Jamie Foxx, Big Boi, Nas, Mary J. Blige, and Fergie. Metascore: 62 User Score: 5.3
	80 The Black Swan by Bert Jansch October 17, 2006 The veteran British folkie is joined by Espers, Devendra Banhart and Beth Orton on his latest release. Metascore: 80 User Score: 7.6
	82 These Days by Vince Gill October 17, 2006 This 43-song, 4-disc set is composed of all new recordings in roughly four different styles (one per disc): rock, country, acoustic bluegrass, and ballads. Metascore: 82 User Score: 8.7
	66 Long Trip Alone by Dierks Bentley October 17, 2006 This is the third album for the country singer who gained stardom following the release of 2005's 'Modern Day Drifter.' Metascore: 66 User Score: 8.4
	80 The Way The Wind Blows by A Hawk and a Hacksaw October 17, 2006 This is the third Hawk album for former Neutral Milk Hotel drummer Jeremy Barnes. Like previous efforts, it has an Eastern European flavor, although unlike previous efforts, it also includes contributions from Beirut's Zach Condon. Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.3
	73 Hidden World by Fucked Up October 10, 2006 The debut full-length release for the Canadian hardcore punk band was produced by Jon Drew. Metascore: 73 User Score: tbd
	76 Young Machetes by The Blood Brothers October 10, 2006 The band's fifth album was produced by Guy Piccioto and John Goodmanson. Metascore: 76 User Score: 8.5
	77 Roots & Crowns by Califone October 10, 2006 Tim Rutili & co. reunite with producer Brian Deck for another moody, experimental take on American roots rock. Metascore: 77 User Score: 8.7
	72 Micah P. Hinson And The Opera Circuit by Micah P. Hinson October 10, 2006 This is the second full-length album for the young Texas-based singer-songwriter, recorded at his home while he was recovering from major back surgery. Metascore: 72 User Score: 7.7
	76 And Now That I'm In Your Shadow by Damien Jurado October 10, 2006 The singer-songwriter's first recording sessions with a full band were so productive, there was enough material for two albums. 'Shadow' will be followed by the second (and more upbeat) batch of songs in early 2007. Metascore: 76 User Score: 8.6
	72 Normal Happiness by Robert Pollard October 10, 2006 Many of the songs on the former Guided By Voices leader's second solo set of the year originated in tracks recorded for the soundtrack to the Steven Soderbergh film "Bubble." Metascore: 72 User Score: 7.8
	74 The Tragic Treasury: Songs From A Series Of Unfortunate Events by The Gothic Archies October 10, 2006 The first album for the latest "band" from Magnetic Fields' Stephin Merritt (he's pretty much solo here) is intended as a companion to Lemony Snicket's series of books. Metascore: 74 User Score: 8.6
	81 Be Still Please by Portastatic October 10, 2006 Laura Cantrell, Peter Holsapple, and Annie Hayden guest on Mac McCaughan's second Portastatic album of 2006. Metascore: 81 User Score: 7.5
	51 Rotten Apple by Lloyd Banks October 10, 2006 This second solo disc for the G-Unit rapper includes contributions from 50 Cent, Young Buck and Mobb Deep. Metascore: 51 User Score: 6.4
	78 Long Island Shores by Mindy Smith October 10, 2006 This is the second album for the New York-born, Nashville-based singer-songwriter. Metascore: 78 User Score: 3.6
	75 Remember The Night Parties by Oxford Collapse October 10, 2006 The Brooklyn trio's third album, produced by John Agnello (Dinosaur Jr.), marks their debut for Sub Pop. Metascore: 75 User Score: 8.2
	73 Hello Love by The Be Good Tanyas October 10, 2006 This the third album for the Canadian folk trio includes a cover of Prince's "When Doves Cry." Metascore: 73 User Score: 8.0
	74 This Harness Can't Ride Anything by Chin Up Chin Up October 10, 2006 This is the second LP for the Chicago-based avant-pop outfit. Metascore: 74 User Score: tbd
	62 Smoke & Mirrors by The Datsuns October 9, 2006 The New Zealand rock band returns with a third album. Metascore: 62 User Score: 8.3
	73 Inside In Inside Out by The Kooks October 3, 2006 Tony Hoffer (Beck) produced this first album for the Brighton, England four-piece. Metascore: 73 User Score: 7.7
	73 Meek Warrior by Akron/Family October 3, 2006 Originally intended as an EP, 'Warrior,' at seven tracks and 45 minutes, now stands as the Brooklyn band's second full-length release. Metascore: 73 User Score: 7.2
	73 The Information by Beck October 3, 2006 Nigel Godrich produced the latest eclectic release for the prolific Los Angeles-based artist, which is more varied and uptempo than their previous collaborations. Metascore: 73 User Score: 8.2
	64 Sam's Town by The Killers October 3, 2006 Flood and Alan Moulder handled production for the popular Las Vegas band's second album. Metascore: 64 User Score: 8.0
	85 Boys And Girls In America by The Hold Steady October 3, 2006 The Brooklyn-based rockers move to emo label Vagrant for this John Agnello-produced release. Metascore: 85 User Score: 8.4
	79 DFA Remixes: Chapter 2 by The DFA October 3, 2006 The duo's second remix compilation this year includes their take on tracks by Junior Senior, N.E.R.D., Nine Inch Nails, Goldfrapp and more. Metascore: 79 User Score: 6.9
	79 Gang Of Losers by The Dears October 3, 2006 The Montreal band led by Murray Lightburn is a little more rocking and a little less orchestral on this follow-up to 'No Cities Left.' Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.5
	84 The Crane Wife by The Decemberists October 3, 2006 'Crane Wife' marks the literate, Colin Meloy-led band's major label debut. Metascore: 84 User Score: 8.7
	59 Mr. Brown by Sleepy Brown October 3, 2006 This is the debut LP for the Atlanta-based singer best known for his work with OutKast and as a member of the Organized Noize crew. Metascore: 59 User Score: 6.0
	61 The Open Door by Evanescence October 3, 2006 Fans of the Grammy-winning band have waited three years for them to return with a second album, which returns Dave Fortman as producer but no longer includes guitarist-songwriter Ben Moody. Metascore: 61 User Score: 8.5
	62 Shine On by Jet October 3, 2006 The Australian rockers reunite with producer Dave Sardy for this second album. Metascore: 62 User Score: 5.9
	80 Ole! Tarantula by Robyn Hitchcock October 3, 2006 The veteran musician is backed by REM and/or Minus 5 members Peter Buck, Scott McCaughey, and Bill Rieflin (together, the Venus 3) on his first release since 2004's 'Spooked.' Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.3
	68 Friendly Fire by Sean Lennon October 3, 2006 The singer's first album in eight years includes instrumental help from Jon Brion and Matt Chamberlain, as well as guitarist Harper (son of Paul) Simon. Metascore: 68 User Score: 8.4
	76 On Leaving by Nina Nastasia October 3, 2006 Steve Albini co-produced the artist's first album in three years. Metascore: 76 User Score: 8.3
	85 For Hero: For Fool by Subtle October 3, 2006 The anticon crew that includes Doseone--and, fortunately, the nearly-killed Dax Pierson--makes the jump to a more major label (EMI/Astralwerks) for the first time. Metascore: 85 User Score: 8.6
	80 Under The Skin by Lindsey Buckingham October 3, 2006 The Fleetwood Mac guitarist's first solo outing in over a dozen years features bandmates Mick Fleetwood and John McVie on two tracks of a largely acoustic set. Metascore: 80 User Score: 7.8
	78 Live A Little by Pernice Brothers October 3, 2006 Joe Pernice & co. return with an album produced by Michael Deming. Metascore: 78 User Score: 8.1
	73 Beach House by Beach House October 3, 2006 This is the much-blogged-about first album for the Baltimore duo of Alex Scally and Victoria Legrand. Metascore: 73 User Score: 8.2
	52 20 Y.O. by Janet Jackson September 26, 2006 Jermaine Dupri co-produced the latest studio disc for his current girlfriend, the most-assuredly-not-20-year-old Janet Jackson. Nelly guests. Metascore: 52 User Score: 5.6
	70 The Lemonheads by The Lemonheads September 26, 2006 The Evan Dando-led band (now down to a trio) returns with its first studio disc in ten years. J Mascis guests. Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.3
	71 Ta-Dah by Scissor Sisters September 26, 2006 The surprisingly successful party band's second album includes a track co-written with Elton John. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.1
	78 Dreamt For Light Years In The Belly Of A Mountain by Sparklehorse September 26, 2006 Mark Linkous' first Sparklehorse album in five years includes collaborations with Danger Mouse, Christian Fennesz, and Tom Waits. Metascore: 78 User Score: 8.2
	73 Knives Don't Have Your Back by Emily Haines September 26, 2006 The first solo album for the Metric singer finds her backed by members of Stars, Metric and Broken Social Scene (together billed as The Soft Skeleton). Metascore: 73 User Score: 8.5
	78 Human Animal by Wolf Eyes September 26, 2006 The noisy, intense Michigan band returns with a follow-up to 2004's 'Burned Mind.' Metascore: 78 User Score: 6.3
	60 Release Therapy by Ludacris September 26, 2006 Kanye West, Pharrell Williams and Timbaland are among the producers on the rapper's fifth disc, which also includes appearances by Nelly and R. Kelly. Metascore: 60 User Score: 7.3
	80 Okonokos [Live] by My Morning Jacket September 26, 2006 This double-disc live set features 21 tracks (many from last year's 'Z') recorded at The Fillmore in San Francisco. Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.5
	74 Love And Other Planets by Adem September 26, 2006 This is the second album of home-made recordings for multi-instrumentalist and former Fridge bassist Adem Ilhan. Metascore: 74 User Score: 7.4
	83 Like Red On A Rose by Alan Jackson September 26, 2006 The country singer's second 2006 album is another change-of-pace: a disc full of love songs produced by Alison Krauss. Metascore: 83 User Score: 7.1
	83 Nashville by Solomon Burke September 26, 2006 The soul singer tackles 14 country tunes with the help of producer Buddy Miller and guests Emmylou Harris, Gillian Welch, Dolly Parton, Patty Loveless And Patti Griffin. Metascore: 83 User Score: tbd
	62 The Outsider by DJ Shadow September 19, 2006 Following acclaimed, sample-driven efforts 'Endtroducing' and 'The Private Press,' 'The Outsider' detours DJ Shadow into more conventional hip-hop, with rappers such as David Banner and Q-Tip guesting. Metascore: 62 User Score: 4.4
	55 Darkel by Darkel September 19, 2006 'Darkel' marks the solo debut for Air's JB Dunckel. Metascore: 55 User Score: 7.1
	74 Awoo by The Hidden Cameras September 19, 2006 This is the third studio album for the Toronto collective headed by Joel Gibb. Metascore: 74 User Score: 7.5
	65 Empire by Kasabian September 19, 2006 'Empire' marks the second release for the English dance-rock band. Metascore: 65 User Score: 7.1
	74 Ben Kweller by Ben Kweller September 19, 2006 A true solo effort, this self-titled release finds the 25-year-old Kweller handling all of the instrumentation himself for the first time. Metascore: 74 User Score: 8.3
	84 The Letting Go by Bonnie "Prince" Billy September 19, 2006 Jim White and Paul Oldham are among the guests on prolific songwriter Will Oldham's latest Bonnie "Prince" Billy studio recording. Metascore: 84 User Score: 8.4
	81 Nuclear Daydream by Joseph Arthur September 19, 2006 The singer-songwriter's fifth studio album is the first for his new record label, Lonely Astronaut. Metascore: 81 User Score: 8.6
	75 Despite Our Differences by Indigo Girls September 19, 2006 Mitchell Froom produced the latest for the duo of Amy Ray and Emily Saliers. Metascore: 75 User Score: 8.4
	69 The Captain & The Kid by Elton John September 19, 2006 This ten-song effort is a sequel to the singer's 1975 album 'Captain Fantastic And The Brown Dirt Cowboy.' Metascore: 69 User Score: 7.8
	58 The Dutchess by Fergie September 19, 2006 The Black Eyed Peas singer's solo debut (which is produced largely by her bandmate will.i.am) includes her hit single "London Bridge." Metascore: 58 User Score: 5.9
	41 Hoodstar by Chingy September 19, 2006 Timbaland, Jermaine Dupri, and Kwame are among the producers on the rapper's third album, which also includes an appearance by Three 6 Mafia. Metascore: 41 User Score: 2.4
	83 Food & Liquor by Lupe Fiasco September 19, 2006 Championed by Jay-Z and Kanye West, the Chicago MC finally makes his full-length debut with this 16-track disc. Metascore: 83 User Score: 8.7
	70 Tired Of Hanging Around by The Zutons September 19, 2006 Stephen Street produced this sophomore set for Liverpool's Zutons. Metascore: 70 User Score: 7.3
	64 Super Extra Gravity by The Cardigans September 19, 2006 The veteran Swedish band's sixth studio album was finally released in the U.S. in September 2006, nearly one year after it first surfaced in Europe. Metascore: 64 User Score: 8.7
	66 From This Moment On by Diana Krall September 19, 2006 The Canadian singer/pianist tackles American standards, backed by a big band on most of the tracks. Metascore: 66 User Score: tbd
	88 Return To Cookie Mountain by TV on the Radio September 12, 2006 David Bowie guests on the highly-anticipated second LP (and major-label debut) from the distinctive NYC band. Metascore: 88 User Score: 8.1
	61 Amputechture by The Mars Volta September 12, 2006 Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist John Frusciante guests on the prog-rock band's third studio disc, which features eight tracks clocking in at an epic total of 76 minutes. Metascore: 61 User Score: 8.3
	73 Crazy Itch Radio by Basement Jaxx September 12, 2006 The duo's fourth album includes vocals from Linda Lewis, Lady Marga, and a chorus of 30+ African orphans (hey, we don't make this stuff up). Metascore: 73 User Score: 7.0

Music

Entomology

Ys

So Divided

Doctor's Advocate

An Other Cup

9

The Pick Of Destiny OST

When Your Heart Stops Beating

Milk White Sheets

Love, Pain & the whole crazy thing

Get Evens

The Peel Sessions 1991-2004

Public Warning

Saturday Night Wrist

Pretty Little Head

Songbird

Endless Wire

Bat Out Of Hell III: The Monster Is Loose

Playing With Fire

In The Absence Of Truth

Taylor Swift

Chops

Once Again

The Black Parade

Threes

Noise Floor (Rarities 1998-2005)

"Pussy Cats" Starring The Walkmen

The Pirate's Gospel

Let's Build A Fire

Calamity

Rudebox

Born In The U.K.

World Waits

Hello Everything

Press Play

The Black Swan

These Days

Long Trip Alone

The Way The Wind Blows

Hidden World

Young Machetes

Roots & Crowns

Micah P. Hinson And The Opera Circuit

And Now That I'm In Your Shadow

Normal Happiness

The Tragic Treasury: Songs From A Series Of Unfortunate Events

Be Still Please

Rotten Apple

Long Island Shores

Remember The Night Parties

Hello Love

This Harness Can't Ride Anything

Smoke & Mirrors

Inside In Inside Out

Meek Warrior

The Information

Sam's Town

Boys And Girls In America

DFA Remixes: Chapter 2

Gang Of Losers

The Crane Wife

Mr. Brown

The Open Door

Shine On

Ole! Tarantula

Friendly Fire

On Leaving

For Hero: For Fool

Under The Skin

Live A Little

Beach House

20 Y.O.

The Lemonheads

Ta-Dah

Dreamt For Light Years In The Belly Of A Mountain

Knives Don't Have Your Back

Human Animal

Release Therapy

Okonokos [Live]