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	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

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	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
	76 Peel Sessions by Galaxie 500 November 22, 2005 The first official release of the trio's two BBC radio sessions for John Peel (recorded in 1989 and 1990) includes covers of songs by the Sex Pistols and Jonathan Richman. Metascore: 76 User Score: tbd
	78 Hypnotize by System Of A Down November 22, 2005 Co-produced by Rick Rubin, this 12-song disc was recorded during the same sessions as 'Mesmerize,' and is intended to be heard with that earlier 2005 disc as one complete set. Metascore: 78 User Score: 8.6
	79 Full Of Light And Full Of Fire by The Mendoza Line November 22, 2005 This is the topical seventh album for the indie rockers fronted by the recently married Shannon McArdle and Timothy Bracy. Metascore: 79 User Score: 7.6
	55 Amarantine by Enya November 22, 2005 The singer's first album in five years finds her once again collaborating with producer Nicky Ryan and lyricist Roma Ryan, and includes three songs in her new made-up language Loxian. Metascore: 55 User Score: 7.8
	68 Right About Now by Talib Kweli November 22, 2005 Mos Def and Jean Grae guest on Kweli's third solo outing. Metascore: 68 User Score: 7.8
	79 Oh You're So Silent Jens by Jens Lekman November 22, 2005 This CD collects tracks from the Swedish artist's most recent EPs and singles. Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.1
	74 Recording A Tape The Colour Of The Light by Bell Orchestre November 15, 2005 This is the long-in-the-making debut album for the instrumental Montreal band that shares two members (Sarah Neufeld and Richard Reed Parry) with the Arcade Fire. Metascore: 74 User Score: 8.1
	73 Summer In The Southeast by Bonnie "Prince" Billy November 15, 2005 This 17-song set was recorded during Will Oldham's 2004 tour. Metascore: 73 User Score: 7.8
	80 Confessions On A Dance Floor by Madonna November 15, 2005 Stuart Price co-produced the 47-year-old Anglophile's latest dance-oriented effort. Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.9
	69 Father Divine by Mike Ladd November 15, 2005 Professor Ladd's second 2005 release is a punk concept album about religious leader George Baker. Metascore: 69 User Score: tbd
	85 Kicking Television: Live In Chicago by Wilco November 15, 2005 This two-disc set compiles 23 live performances culled from a four-night stand at the Vic Theatre in the band's native Chicago earlier in 2005. Metascore: 85 User Score: 8.8
	74 Motion Sickness [Live] by Bright Eyes November 15, 2005 This 15-song live set from Conor Oberst & co.'s 2005 tour is heavy on material from 'I'm Wide Awake, It's Morning' and includes covers of Elliott Smith and Feist. Metascore: 74 User Score: 7.3
	81 Akron/Family & Angels Of Light by Akron/Family & Angels Of Light November 8, 2005 This split LP includes seven new Akron/Family tracks and five new songs from Michael Gira's Angels Of Light project (which, of course, features backing by Akron/Family). Metascore: 81 User Score: 7.4
	81 Aerial by Kate Bush November 8, 2005 This double-disc set is the influential singer-songwriter's first album in a dozen years. Metascore: 81 User Score: 8.9
	81 12 Songs by Neil Diamond November 8, 2005 Producer Rick Rubin attempts to do for Neil Diamond what he did for Johnny Cash, resulting in a rare stripped-down, intimate set for the veteran performer. (Don't expect any Nine Inch Nails covers, though; these are all Diamond originals.) Metascore: 81 User Score: 8.3
	57 The Road And The Radio by Kenny Chesney November 8, 2005 The country singer's second 2005 album is poppier than the first, although it contains just two Chesney originals. Metascore: 57 User Score: 7.4
	58 Scab Dates by The Mars Volta November 8, 2005 This live set from the neo-prog outfit was recorded on the road between May 2004 and May 2005. Metascore: 58 User Score: 7.2
	68 Suitcase 2: American Superdream Wow by Guided by Voices November 8, 2005 This companion to the original 'Suitcase' continues where that box set left off, packing 100 more GBV rareties and outtakes from the now-disbanded group onto four discs. Metascore: 68 User Score: tbd
	77 For The Season by The Gris Gris November 8, 2005 This is the second album for the garage-psych outfit led by Greg Ashley. Metascore: 77 User Score: 8.3
	70 Shine by Trey Anastasio November 1, 2005 Brendan O'Brien produced the singer's first post-Phish solo record. Metascore: 70 User Score: 7.4
	75 The Loneliest Punk by Fatlip November 1, 2005 This is the long-awaited solo debut LP by the former Pharcyde member. Metascore: 75 User Score: 7.1
	45 All That I Am by Santana November 1, 2005 Why change a successful formula? Once again, the guitarist finds himself paired with a variety of all-star guests, including Michelle Branch, Joss Stone, Sean Paul, Aerosmith's Steven Tyler, Big Boi and Mary J. Blige. Metascore: 45 User Score: 4.9
	64 Tiny Cities by Sun Kil Moon November 1, 2005 Mark Kozelek's second SKM album consists entirely of Modest Mouse covers. Metascore: 64 User Score: 7.3
	74 We Have Sound by Tom Vek October 25, 2005 This is the first album for London's 24-year-old, one-man-garage-band Tom Vek. Metascore: 74 User Score: 8.0
	69 Heat by Colder October 25, 2005 Marc Nugyen Tan returns with a second album of 80s-influenced electronica. Metascore: 69 User Score: 8.5
	85 Lookaftering by Vashti Bunyan October 25, 2005 Coming a full 35 years after her debut ('Just Another Diamond Day'), the British folk singer's second LP finds her backed by fans/followers such as Devendra Banhart and Joanna Newsom. Metascore: 85 User Score: 8.2
	63 Rehearsing My Choir by The Fiery Furnaces October 25, 2005 Siblings Matt and Eleanor Friedberger are joined by their 83-year-old grandmother (!) on their latest eclectic release. Metascore: 63 User Score: 7.9
	72 Descended Like Vultures by Rogue Wave October 25, 2005 Unlike debut 'Out Of The Shadow,' album number two is a full-band affair, with Zach Rogue joined in the studio by his touring band. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.3
	84 These Were The Earlies by The Earlies October 25, 2005 The half American, half English four-piece make their debut with an album that, like Manitoba's Up In Flames, combines organic and electronic elements from a variety of genres into a unique psychedelic stew. Metascore: 84 User Score: 8.5
	64 Intensive Care by Robbie Williams October 24, 2005 The British singer's latest was produced by Stephen "Tin Tin" Duffy. Metascore: 64 User Score: 7.9
	62 Hey People! by The Beautiful New Born Children October 18, 2005 This is the debut album for the four-piece garage-rock band fronted by Kpt.Michi.Gan's Michael Beckett. Metascore: 62 User Score: tbd
	84 Feels by Animal Collective October 18, 2005 Electric where the mellower 'Sung Tongs' was acoustic, 'Feels' is nevertheless another idiosyncratic outing for the freak-folk four-piece. Metascore: 84 User Score: 8.7
	79 The Campfire Headphase by Boards of Canada October 18, 2005 Well, they certainly aren't the most prolific of artists, but the acclaimed Scottish electronica duo of Michael Sandison and Marcus Eoin finally return with a third album. Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.6
	78 Playing The Angel by Depeche Mode October 18, 2005 Borrowing a page from late-80s to early-90s DM in terms of sound (and possibly even quality), the Ben Hillier-produced 'Angel' is the first Depeche Mode album to feature some David Gahan-penned songs in addition to the usual assortment of Martin Gore tracks. Metascore: 78 User Score: 8.7
	71 One Man's Treasure by Mick Harvey October 18, 2005 This first solo disc in eight years for the former Birthday Party and Bad Seeds member mixes covers with two Harvey originals. Metascore: 71 User Score: tbd
	88 Hypermagic Mountain by Lightning Bolt October 18, 2005 The abrasive bass/drums duo of Brian Gibson and Brian Chippendal return with a follow-up to 2003's 'Wonderful Rainbow.' Metascore: 88 User Score: 6.7
	81 Tanglewood Numbers by Silver Jews October 18, 2005 Will Oldham and members of the Jesus Lizard and Lambchop guest on David Berman's country-tinged fifth Silver Jews disc, which also sees the return of on-again, off-again band member Stephen Malkmus. Metascore: 81 User Score: 8.6
	43 I Am Me by Ashlee Simpson October 18, 2005 The second album by "singer" Ashlee Simpson was produced by John Shanks. Metascore: 43 User Score: 5.2
	66 A Time To Love by Stevie Wonder October 18, 2005 The legendary singer's first album in ten years combines R&B, soul and hip-hop. Guests include Paul McCartney, Prince and India.Arie. Metascore: 66 User Score: 7.8
	61 Distortion by REV RUN October 18, 2005 This 26-minute disc is the first solo album for the Run-D.M.C. M.C., who is better known these days as the Run in MTV's reality show "Run's House." Metascore: 61 User Score: 8.6
	63 Black Acetate by John Cale October 18, 2005 A bit more rock-oriented than its predecessor, 'Acetate' is nevertheless another experimental effort from the now-63-year-old Cale. Metascore: 63 User Score: 8.3
	59 Young Adults Against Suicide by Ninja High School October 18, 2005 This is the debut LP for the Toronto indie-rap collective (excuse us, the "positive hardcore dance-rap band") led by Matt Collins. Metascore: 59 User Score: 7.4
	77 Celebration by Celebration October 11, 2005 Members of TV On The Radio produced and contributed to this debut Celebration LP from Baltimore husband and wife Sean Antanaitis and Katrina Ford (joined in Celebration by drummer David Bergander), who have previously played in bands Jaks and Love Life. Metascore: 77 User Score: tbd
	79 Strange Geometry by The Clientele October 11, 2005 Brian O'Shaughnessy produced the atmospheric UK band's second studio album. Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.7
	80 Tournament Of Hearts by The Constantines October 11, 2005 The Canadian rockers follow 'Shine A Light' with this 10-track set. Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.1
	81 The Mouse And The Mask by DangerDoom October 11, 2005 This collaboration between MF Doom and Danger Mouse includes voices and skits from Cartoon Network's Adult Swim shows. Non-animated folks like Ghostface Killah, Cee-Lo & Talib Kweli also lend a hand. Metascore: 81 User Score: 8.6
	76 The Runners Four by Deerhoof October 11, 2005 The experimental San Francisco outfit led by Rob Fisk and Greg Saunier return with what is by far their lengthiest (and calmest) release yet. Metascore: 76 User Score: 7.6
	79 Cinder by Dirty Three October 11, 2005 The trio's seventh studio album is its first to include vocals, which are provided by guests Chan Marshall (Cat Power) and Sally Timms (The Mekons). Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.0
	75 Shamelessly Exciting by Jason Forrest October 11, 2005 David Grubbs and Laura Cantrell guest on Forrest's latest cut-up offering. Metascore: 75 User Score: tbd
	72 Return The Gift by Gang of Four October 11, 2005 It's nearly impossible to read an indie music review these days without seeing the words "Gang Of Four" pop up, but that influential band hasn't been around to take advantage of its newfound fame. Until now, that is, as the reunited Gang (in its original lineup for the first time since 1981) returns with newly re-recorded versions of 14 of its classic songs. Metascore: 72 User Score: 7.9
	65 Unplugged by Alicia Keys October 11, 2005 The singer's not-quite-acoustic MTV session includes two new songs and collaborations with Common, Mos Def, Damian Marley and Adam Levine. Metascore: 65 User Score: 8.6

Music

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

Tales From Turnpike House

For Screening Purposes Only

Black Cadillac

Standing In The Way Of Control

Testify

Lights And Sounds

Morningwood

With Love And Squalor

Colour The Small One

First Impressions Of Earth

29

The Breakthrough

Unpredictable

Guerolito

See You On The Other Side

A Little More Personal (Raw)

Coming On Strong

Sewed Soles

One Way Ticket To Hell... And Back

Oral Fixation Vol. 2

A Colores

Peel Sessions

Hypnotize

Full Of Light And Full Of Fire

Amarantine

Right About Now

Oh You're So Silent Jens

Recording A Tape The Colour Of The Light

Summer In The Southeast

Confessions On A Dance Floor

Father Divine

Kicking Television: Live In Chicago

Motion Sickness [Live]

Akron/Family & Angels Of Light

Aerial

12 Songs

The Road And The Radio

Scab Dates

Suitcase 2: American Superdream Wow

For The Season

Shine

The Loneliest Punk

All That I Am

Tiny Cities

We Have Sound

Heat

Lookaftering

Rehearsing My Choir

Descended Like Vultures

These Were The Earlies

Intensive Care