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	76 Etiquette by Casiotone For The Painfully Alone March 7, 2006 This fourth disc of lo-fi indie electronica from Portland, Oregon's Owen Ashworth adds guest vocalists and a much wider variety of instrumentation into the mix. Metascore: 76 User Score: tbd
	68 The Exchange Session Vol. 1 by Kieran Hebden and Steve Reid March 7, 2006 This is the first of two releases from an improvised collaboration between pop and jazz drummer Reid and folktronica artist Hebden (Four Tet, Fridge). Metascore: 68 User Score: tbd
	64 In A Space Outta Sound by Nightmares on Wax March 7, 2006 George Evelyn's latest dubby, trip-hoppy, downtempo NoW disc was co-produced by Robin Taylor-Firth. Metascore: 64 User Score: 8.4
	76 Skeleton by Figurines March 7, 2006 'Skeleton' is the U.S. debut for the four-piece indie-rock group from Denmark, who have drawn comparisons to Built To Spill and Modest Mouse. Metascore: 76 User Score: 8.0
	73 Witch by Witch March 7, 2006 This is the debut for the new band led by Dinosaur Jr.'s J. Mascis (here on drums), joined by members of psych-rockers Feathers. Metascore: 73 User Score: tbd

	69 Mobile by Glenn Kotche March 7, 2006 The third solo recording for the drummer for Wilco and Loose Fur is an all-percussion affair, featuring eight original compositions. Metascore: 69 User Score: tbd
	77 The Maginot Line by Raising The Fawn March 7, 2006 This is the third album for the Toronto band led by John Crossingham, also of Broken Social Scene. Metascore: 77 User Score: tbd
	74 The Invisible Deck by The Rogers Sisters March 7, 2006 Compared to a no-wave B-52's, the garage-rock trio Rogers Sisters return with a second LP, produced by Tim Barnes. Metascore: 74 User Score: 7.7
	73 You See Colours by Delays March 6, 2006 Graham Sutton produced this sophomore set for the English band fronted by Greg Gilbert. Metascore: 73 User Score: 8.4
	74 Making Dens by Mystery Jets March 6, 2006 'Dens' is the debut LP for England's Mystery Jets, who are led by vocalist Blaine Harrison and whose guitarist is Blaine's 55-year-old father, Henry. Metascore: 74 User Score: 8.6

	68 Everything Is by Nine Black Alps February 28, 2006 This is the debut album for the neo-grunge outfit based in Manchester, England. Metascore: 68 User Score: 8.4
	64 The Believer by Rhett Miller February 28, 2006 The second solo disc from the Old 97s frontman includes contributions from Rachael Yamagata and Jon Brion. Metascore: 64 User Score: 8.3
	67 Soft Money by Jel February 28, 2006 A member of Subtle, Themselves and 13 & God, Jel (aka Jeffery James Logan) makes his true solo LP deubt with this 12-track effort. Ms John Soda's Stefanie Bohm, Fog's Andrew Broder, and cLOUDDEAD's Odd Nosdam are among the guests. Metascore: 67 User Score: 8.1
	57 If Only You Were Lonely by Hawthorne Heights February 28, 2006 The big-selling indie emo band from Dayton, Ohio returns with a second album. Metascore: 57 User Score: 5.8
	69 In My Own Words by Ne-Yo February 28, 2006 The 22-year-old writer of songs for the likes of Mary J. Blige steps into the spotlight with his debut as an R&B artist. Metascore: 69 User Score: 8.4

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	71 Precious Memories by Alan Jackson February 28, 2006 The country star covers 15 classic gospel hyms with this acoustic collection. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.4
	60 Breaking Up by The Research February 27, 2006 'Breaking Up' is the English trio's debut album. Metascore: 60 User Score: tbd
	82 Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not by Arctic Monkeys February 21, 2006 Not only the most-hyped band of early 2006, Sheffield, England's Arctic Monkeys (led by 19-year-old Alex Turner) managed to accomplish what the likes of Franz Ferdinand and The Libertines couldn't do before them: set the UK record for fastest-selling debut album of all time. Metascore: 82 User Score: 8.2
	59 Hello Waveforms by William Orbit February 21, 2006 This is the artist/producer's first solo album in six years. Finley Quaye and the Sugababes guest. Metascore: 59 User Score: 7.8
	80 The Last Romance by Arab Strap February 21, 2006 The Scottish duo of Aidan Moffett and Malcolm Middleton return with a sixth studio album. Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.3
	73 Sound Mirrors by Coldcut February 21, 2006 This is the first album in eight years for the duo of Jon Moore and Matt Black. Roots Manuva, Mike Ladd, Jon Spencer and Andrew Broder (Fog) are among the eclectic guests. Metascore: 73 User Score: 6.8
	72 Other People's Lives by Ray Davies February 21, 2006 This is the first album of any kind in eight years (and the first true solo singer-songwriter album period) for the former leader of the Kinks. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.7
	88 Destroyer's Rubies by Destroyer February 21, 2006 Dan Bejar's seventh Destroyer record is as lyrically dense as ever, but marks a shift to a full-band, guitar-oriented sound after 2004's more eclectic 'Your Blues.' Metascore: 88 User Score: 8.0
	63 20/20 by Dilated Peoples February 21, 2006 This is the fourth LP for the underground rap trio of Evidence, Rakaa and DJ Babu. Metascore: 63 User Score: 7.7
	75 Everything Wrong Is Imaginary by Lilys February 21, 2006 Kurt Heasley's eighth Lilys album finds him working with hip-hop producer Michael Musmanno. Metascore: 75 User Score: 7.8
	79 Six Demon Bag by Man Man February 21, 2006 The newly reconfigured Philadelphia band, known mainly for their carnivalesque, acquired-taste sound and well-received live shows, return with a second LP. Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.6
	71 What The Toll Tells by Two Gallants February 21, 2006 This is the second album (and Saddle Creek debut) for the San Francisco duo of Adam Stephens and Tyson Vogel. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.2
	81 Congotronics 2: Buzz'N'Rumble From The Urb'N'Jungle by Various Artists February 21, 2006 Following on the heels of one of 2005's best-reviewed world music discs is this second installment in the Congotronics series of electronica-esque African music, this time featuring the work of Konono No. 1 plus six additional (but similar) artists from Kinshasa. Metascore: 81 User Score: tbd
	74 The Humbucking Coil by B. Fleischmann February 21, 2006 Bernhard Fleischmann's latest work utilizes amplified guitar and other "conventional" instruments in an electronic context. Metascore: 74 User Score: 7.5
	76 Future Women by The M's February 21, 2006 This is the second disc for the Chicago four-piece fronted by Josh Chicoine. Metascore: 76 User Score: 7.9
	75 With Strings Live At Town Hall by Eels February 21, 2006 This 22-song live recording (taped at a New York City show in June, 2005) finds Mark Oliver Everett backed by a variety of instrumentalists and, yes, a string quartet. Metascore: 75 User Score: 8.5
	73 Bitter Honey by Eef Barzelay February 21, 2006 This stripped-down, all-acoustic set marks the solo debut for the Clem Snide frontman. Metascore: 73 User Score: tbd
	78 Leaders Of The Free World by Elbow February 21, 2006 This is the self-produced third album for the Manchester, England band. Metascore: 78 User Score: 8.7
	65 Now Is The Time! by Polysics February 21, 2006 This is the fourth quirky release for the exclamation-point-loving, Devo-esque, Tokyo-based band. Metascore: 65 User Score: tbd
	82 OK Cowboy by Vitalic February 21, 2006 This is the full-length debut for French techno artist and DJ Pascal Arbez-Nicolas, best known for his 2001 single "La Rock 01" (which is included here). Metascore: 82 User Score: 8.7
	59 Sing-Sing And I by Sing-Sing February 14, 2006 This is the second album for the duo of Emma Anderson (Lush) and Lisa O'Neill. Mark Van Hoen returns as producer. Metascore: 59 User Score: tbd
	71 Young For Eternity by The Subways February 14, 2006 Ian Broudie (Lightning Seeds) produced this debut LP for the co-ed English trio of teenagers. Metascore: 71 User Score: 7.5
	60 Timeless by Sergio Mendes February 14, 2006 The legendary Brazilian artist makes a Santana-style comeback for his first album in eight years, teaming with the Black Eyed Peas' will.i.am and a variety of pop, hip-hop and R&B stars, including Erykah Badu, Justin Timberlake, Jill Scott, Black Though, John Legend and more. Metascore: 60 User Score: 6.8
	67 The Secret Life Of The Veronicas by The Veronicas February 14, 2006 Australian identical twin sisters Jess and Lisa Origliasso make their teen-pop debut as The Veronicas with this 12-track set, produced by Max Martin (Britney Spears), Clif Magness (Avril Lavigne), and others. Metascore: 67 User Score: 7.9
	67 Ghetto Classics by Jaheim February 14, 2006 Jadakiss guests on the R&B vocalists third disc. Metascore: 67 User Score: 7.8
	74 Voices by Matchbook Romance February 14, 2006 This is the expansive second album for the New York state emo outfit. Metascore: 74 User Score: 6.9
	65 The Tourniquet by Magnet February 14, 2006 This is the second album for Norwegian singer-songwriter Even Johansen, who records under the name Magnet. Metascore: 65 User Score: tbd
	64 9th Ward Pickin' Parlor by Shawn Mullins February 14, 2006 Recorded in New Orleans prior to Hurricane Katrina, this diverse set finds the singer-songwriter dabbling in everything from gospel to country, and folk to blues-rock. Metascore: 64 User Score: tbd
	56 Down In Albion by Babyshambles February 14, 2006 The Clash's Mick Jones produced this debut LP for the new band from The Libertines' Pete Doherty. Metascore: 56 User Score: 7.4
	93 Tropicalia: A Brazilian Revolution In Sound by Various Artists February 13, 2006 This 19-song compiliation from the esteemed Soul Jazz label includes tracks by Os Mutantes, Tom Ze and Caetano Veloso. Metascore: 93 User Score: 8.3
	78 The Life Pursuit by Belle and Sebastian February 7, 2006 Tony Hoffer produced this seventh studio LP for the veteran Scottish indie-pop band. Metascore: 78 User Score: 8.6
	58 Senor Smoke by Electric Six February 7, 2006 The Detroit band returns with a second album. Metascore: 58 User Score: 8.4
	78 Comfort Of Strangers by Beth Orton February 7, 2006 Jim O'Rourke produced the singer-songwriter's fourth LP. Metascore: 78 User Score: 7.8
	76 Eye To The Telescope by KT Tunstall February 7, 2006 The 20-something Scottish singer-songwriter makes her debut with this Steve Osborne-produced disc. Metascore: 76 User Score: 8.1
	75 The Minus 5 [The Gun Album] by The Minus 5 February 7, 2006 Scott McCaughey's seventh Minus 5 album includes contributions from members of Wilco, R.E.M., The Decemberists, Ministry, The Posies and more. Metascore: 75 User Score: 8.7
	80 Destroy Rock & Roll by Mylo February 7, 2006 This debut LP for Scotland cut-and-paste artist Myles MacInnes was released in the UK in 2004 and finally hit American shores in early 2006. Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.3
	68 Security Screenings by Prefuse 73 February 7, 2006 Scott Herren's quick follow-up to 'Surrounded By Silence' includes two collaborations (with Four Tet and TV On The Radio's Tunde Adebimpe) originally intended for that disc. Metascore: 68 User Score: tbd
	76 Lantern by Clogs February 7, 2006 This is the fourth album for the improvisational, instrumental, genre-defying four-piece, which shares a guitarist (Bryce Dessner) with The National. Metascore: 76 User Score: 8.4
	81 Magnificent City by Aceyalone February 7, 2006 'City' finds veteran underground rapper Aceyalone backed by beats from RJD2. Metascore: 81 User Score: 7.2
	77 Idols Of Exile by Jason Collett February 7, 2006 Howie Beck produced this latest studio outing for the Toronto singer-songwriter, who is also a member of Broken Social Scene. Many members of that band guest on this record, including Emily Haines and Kevin Drew. Metascore: 77 User Score: 8.6
	84 Donuts by J Dilla aka Jay Dee February 7, 2006 Acclaimed hip-hop producer James Yancey released this instrumental disc shortly before his death at the age of 32. Metascore: 84 User Score: 8.7
	79 Below The Branches by Kelley Stoltz February 7, 2006 The San Francisco-based psych-rock solo artist returns with a third full-length. Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.0
	77 Last Night Becomes This Morning by Swearing At Motorists February 7, 2006 This is the first album in four years for the Dayton, Ohio indie rock band fronted by Dave Doughman. Metascore: 77 User Score: tbd
	64 Run The Road Volume 2 by Various Artists February 7, 2006 This is the second in a series of compilations showcasing the UK grime scene. Included here are artists such as Kano and Plan B. Metascore: 64 User Score: tbd
	81 This Is My Demo by Sway February 6, 2006 'Demo' is the self-produced debut for British rapper Derek DeSafo. Metascore: 81 User Score: 8.6
	62 Sexor by Tiga February 6, 2006 This debut artist album from the veteran Montreal-based DJ includes a cover of Talking Heads' "Burning Down The House." Metascore: 62 User Score: 5.9
	61 For Me It's You by Train January 31, 2006 The San Francisco band's fourth studio album was produced by Brendan O'Brien and includes a cover of Sugar's "If I Can't Change Your Mind." Metascore: 61 User Score: 7.3
	73 The Indian Tower by Pearls And Brass January 24, 2006 This is the second album for the Pennsylvania stoner-rock outfit. Metascore: 73 User Score: 8.0
	66 Film School by Film School January 24, 2006 The San Francisco post-punk band's second album follows five years after their debut. Metascore: 66 User Score: 7.1
	67 Firewater by Tha Alkaholiks January 24, 2006 The hip-hop trio's first album in five years is also their final outing as a group. Metascore: 67 User Score: tbd
	76 What Are You On? by East River Pipe January 24, 2006 'What Are You On?' is the latest home-recorded offering from New York multi-instrumentalist F.M. Cornog. Metascore: 76 User Score: 8.7
	71 Electric President by Electric President January 24, 2006 This is the debut album for the Florida-based electronic-pop duo of Ben Cooper and Alex Kane. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.4
	60 Kings & Queens by The National Trust January 24, 2006 The Chicago-based outfit led by Neil Rosario and Mark Henning return with a Prince-esque sophomore set. Metascore: 60 User Score: tbd
	71 Detrola by His Name Is Alive January 24, 2006 The first album in four years for Warn Defever & co. is also the band's debut for new label Reincarnate (after multiple releases on 4AD). Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.0
	67 Omnibus by Tarkio January 24, 2006 Before he was in The Decemberists, singer-songwriter Colin Meloy fronted a Montana alt-country/alt-rock outfit known as Tarkio. This set collects that band's entire output of 27 tracks. Metascore: 67 User Score: 8.0
	78 Up Above by Town & Country January 24, 2006 Asian instrumentation is highlighted on the Chicago minimalist, avant-garde outfit's sixth release. Metascore: 78 User Score: tbd
	44 Generation by Audio Bullys January 24, 2006 This is the second album for the London-based electronica duo. Metascore: 44 User Score: 5.7
	80 The Greatest by Cat Power January 24, 2006 Despite the misleading title, 'The Greatest' is not a best-of collection, but rather is Chan Marshall's first album of original songs in three years. It was recorded in Memphis and finds the singer backed by some of that city's legendary session musicians. Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.3
	71 Amber by Clearlake January 24, 2006 The third album for the British band (now down to three members) was co-produced by Steve Osborne and Jim Abbiss along with Clearlake frontman Jason Pegg. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.4
	63 Sun, Sun, Sun by The Elected January 24, 2006 Rilo Kiley's Blake Sennett returns with a sophomore set for his side project, The Elected. Contributors include members of Eisley and Bright Eyes, as well as Rilo Kiley bandmate Jenny Lewis. Metascore: 63 User Score: 8.5
	78 Rabbit Fur Coat by Jenny Lewis With The Watson Twins January 24, 2006 This is the solo debut for former child star, Rilo Kiley frontwoman and occasional Postal Service vocalist Jenny Lewis. Contributors include Bright Eyes' Conor Oberst, Death Cab For Cutie's Ben Gibbard and singer-songwriter M. Ward. Metascore: 78 User Score: 7.5
	65 The Brave And The Bold by Tortoise & Bonnie "Prince" Billy January 24, 2006 The first collaboration between singer-songwriter Will Oldham and Chicago instrumental post-rockers Tortoise features 10 covers, including takes on songs by Elton John and Bruce Springsteen. Metascore: 65 User Score: 7.5
	71 From A Compound Eye by Robert Pollard January 24, 2006 The first post-GBV solo outing for the prolific Pollard was produced by Todd Tobias. Metascore: 71 User Score: 7.9
	68 Makers by Rocky Votolato January 24, 2006 This is the fourth solo album for the former Waxwing member. Metascore: 68 User Score: 8.6
	79 Tales From Turnpike House by Saint Etienne January 24, 2006 Sarah Cracknell & co.'s latest is a concept album about the residents of a London high rise. Metascore: 79 User Score: 7.8
	66 For Screening Purposes Only by Test Icicles January 24, 2006 This debut (and, it turns out, final album) from the noisy London trio was produced by James Ford (Simian). Metascore: 66 User Score: 7.6
	84 Black Cadillac by Rosanne Cash January 24, 2006 The singer-songwriter reflects on the recent deaths of her father, mother and stepmother with this 12-song set. Metascore: 84 User Score: 8.4
	72 Standing In The Way Of Control by Gossip January 24, 2006 This is the third LP for the Washington state punk trio. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.4
	55 Testify by P.O.D. January 24, 2006 Glen Ballard produced the nu-metal band's fifth album. Metascore: 55 User Score: 7.5
	59 Lights And Sounds by Yellowcard January 24, 2006 The emo-pop-punk-with-violin outfit expands their sound for their second major-label release. The Dixie Chicks' Natalie Maines guests. Metascore: 59 User Score: 7.7
	55 Morningwood by Morningwood January 10, 2006 Gil Norton (Pixies) produced this debut album for the New York-based punk/new wave outfit. Metascore: 55 User Score: 7.1
	67 With Love And Squalor by We Are Scientists January 10, 2006 This is the major-label debut for the Brooklyn-based indie-rock trio fronted by Keith Murray. Metascore: 67 User Score: 8.2
	77 Colour The Small One by Sia January 10, 2006 Australian singer-songwriter Sia Furler (also known for her work with Zero 7) received a boost when a track from her second solo album was featured during the conclusion of HBO's "Six Feet Under," prompting a very belated U.S. release of the album in 2006. Metascore: 77 User Score: 8.7
	69 First Impressions Of Earth by The Strokes January 3, 2006 The Strokes have abandoned longtime producer Gordon Raphael (well, for all but three tracks) in favor of David Kahne (Sugar Ray) for their third album. Metascore: 69 User Score: 8.0
	69 29 by Ryan Adams December 20, 2005 Ethan Johns produced the singer-songwriter's third and final release of 2005, which unlike its predecessors is a stripped-down solo affair consisting of nine lengthy story-songs each representing a year of Adams' life during his twenties. Metascore: 69 User Score: 8.7
	76 The Breakthrough by Mary J. Blige December 20, 2005 The R&B singer's latest includes a cover of U2's "One." The all-star roster of contributors includes Bono, Jay-Z, Raphael Saadiq, Dr. Dre and will.i.am. Metascore: 76 User Score: 8.7
	52 Unpredictable by Jamie Foxx December 20, 2005 The actor's second solo album (and first in over a decade) finds him joined by Mary J. Blige, Common, Timbaland, Snoop Dogg, Twista, The Game, and more. Metascore: 52 User Score: 6.6
	66 Guerolito by Beck December 13, 2005 Beck's latest LP, 'Guero,' is remixed track-for-track by the likes of Air, Boards Of Canada, El-P and Subtle. Metascore: 66 User Score: 7.4
	64 See You On The Other Side by Korn December 6, 2005 The Matrix co-produced the band's first album since 2003. Metascore: 64 User Score: 7.6
	50 A Little More Personal (Raw) by Lindsay Lohan December 6, 2005 The actress' second album rocks a bit more than her first, and includes covers of songs by Cheap Trick and Stevie Nicks. Metascore: 50 User Score: 7.2
	67 Coming On Strong by Hot Chip November 29, 2005 This debut full-length for the London group headed by Joe Goddard and Alexis Taylor is a (semi-)tongue-in-cheek mix of diverse styles such as fake-gangsta-rap, R&B, soul, electronica, and more. Metascore: 67 User Score: 8.1
	71 Sewed Soles by The Greenhornes November 29, 2005 This 19-song disc compiles songs from each of the Cincinnati, Ohio band's releases. Metascore: 71 User Score: tbd
	68 One Way Ticket To Hell... And Back by The Darkness November 29, 2005 The British band's second album was produced by Roy Thomas Baker (Queen). Metascore: 68 User Score: 7.5
	74 Oral Fixation Vol. 2 by Shakira November 29, 2005 The singer's second 2005 release is sung entirely in English, and includes two tracks originally sung in Spanish on Fijacion Oral Vol. 1. Metascore: 74 User Score: 6.2
	71 A Colores by Tristeza November 22, 2005 This is the fourth album for the San Diego, Calif. instrumental post-rock outfit. Metascore: 71 User Score: tbd

Music

Etiquette

The Exchange Session Vol. 1

In A Space Outta Sound

Skeleton

Witch

Mobile

The Maginot Line

The Invisible Deck

You See Colours

Making Dens

Everything Is

The Believer

Soft Money

If Only You Were Lonely

In My Own Words

Precious Memories

Breaking Up

Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not

Hello Waveforms

The Last Romance

Sound Mirrors

Other People's Lives

Destroyer's Rubies

20/20

Everything Wrong Is Imaginary

Six Demon Bag

What The Toll Tells

Congotronics 2: Buzz'N'Rumble From The Urb'N'Jungle

The Humbucking Coil

Future Women

With Strings Live At Town Hall

Bitter Honey

Leaders Of The Free World

Now Is The Time!

OK Cowboy

Sing-Sing And I

Young For Eternity

Timeless

The Secret Life Of The Veronicas

Ghetto Classics

Voices

The Tourniquet

9th Ward Pickin' Parlor

Down In Albion

Tropicalia: A Brazilian Revolution In Sound

The Life Pursuit

Senor Smoke

Comfort Of Strangers

Eye To The Telescope

The Minus 5 [The Gun Album]

Destroy Rock & Roll

Security Screenings

Lantern

Magnificent City

Idols Of Exile

Donuts

Below The Branches

Last Night Becomes This Morning

Run The Road Volume 2

This Is My Demo

Sexor

For Me It's You

The Indian Tower

Film School

Firewater

What Are You On?

Electric President

Kings & Queens

Detrola

Omnibus

Up Above

Generation

The Greatest

Amber

Sun, Sun, Sun

Rabbit Fur Coat

The Brave And The Bold

From A Compound Eye

Makers