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	71 Certified by David Banner September 20, 2005 The Mississippi rapper's fourth album includes appearances by Talib Kweli and Too Short. Metascore: 71 User Score: tbd
	73 Good Apollo, I'm Burning Star IV, Volume One: From Fear Through The Eyes Of Madness by Coheed and Cambria September 20, 2005 This is the third emo-sci-fi album from the prog-rock foursome fronted by Claudio Sanchez. Metascore: 73 User Score: 8.4
	61 Clothes Drop by Shaggy September 20, 2005 The Black Eyed Peas' will.i.am guests on the dancehall star's sixth studio album. Metascore: 61 User Score: 4.5
	75 One Way, It's Every Way by Clue To Kalo September 20, 2005 This is the second album of electronica-meets-indie-pop (falling somewhere between Manitoba and the Postal Service) from Mark Mitchell. Metascore: 75 User Score: tbd
	59 Ten Thousand Fists by Disturbed September 20, 2005 This is the third album for the alt-metal band fronted by David Draiman. Metascore: 59 User Score: 8.5

	79 Alive And Wired by Old 97's September 20, 2005 This 31-song live set was recorded during a pair of 2005 shows in the band's native Texas. Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.4
	77 The Family Myth by Tangiers September 20, 2005 Chris Zane (Les Savy Fav) produced this third album for the Toronto duo-turned-foursome. Metascore: 77 User Score: 6.8
	79 Cripple Crow by Devendra Banhart September 13, 2005 Thom Monahan (Pernice Brothers) co-produced the singer-songwriter's fourth album, which finds him singing in Spanish on a few of the disc's 22 tracks. Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.0
	75 Give Blood by Brakes [aka brakesbrakesbrakes] September 13, 2005 Brakes is an often-jokey, garage-rock side project for British Sea Power keyboardist Eamon Hamilton, who here steps to the forefront, playing guitar and handling lead vocals. Joining him are members of Electric Soft Parade and Tenderfoot on 16 tracks that range from six seconds to 3:39 in length. Metascore: 75 User Score: 8.1
	71 Where You Live by Tracy Chapman September 13, 2005 Tchad Blake co-produced the singer-songwriter's seventh album. The Red Hot Chili Peppers' Flea guests. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.2

	67 Noah's Ark by CocoRosie September 13, 2005 Their second album finds sisters Bianca and Sierra Casady joined by Antony and Devendra Banhart. Metascore: 67 User Score: 7.7
	57 Odditorium Or Warlords Of Mars by The Dandy Warhols September 13, 2005 The Portland, Ore. band's follow-up to 'Welcome To The Monkey House' was co-produced by frontman Courtney Taylor(-Taylor) and Gregg Williams. Metascore: 57 User Score: 6.4
	69 Life In Slow Motion by David Gray September 13, 2005 This is the British singer-songwriter's first album in three years, and it finds him working with an outside producer (Marius De Vries) for the first time. Metascore: 69 User Score: 8.1
	77 In The Reins [EP] by Iron & Wine + Calexico September 13, 2005 This mini-album finds seven new originals written and sung by Sam Beam (Iron & Wine) with Calexico's Joey Burns and John Convertino performing as his backing band. Metascore: 77 User Score: 8.4
	74 Not Them, You by Lake Trout September 13, 2005 Dave Fridmann produced the Baltimore jam band's latest. Metascore: 74 User Score: tbd

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	78 Chaos And Creation In The Backyard by Paul McCartney September 13, 2005 Radiohead producer Nigel Godrich helms the bassist's 20th post-Beatles album, which finds McCartney in true solo mode, playing every instrument on these 13 songs. Metascore: 78 User Score: 8.7
	70 Once Upon A Little Time by John Parish September 13, 2005 Members of Portishead and The Bad Seeds guest on the multi-instrumentalist's third solo outing. Metascore: 70 User Score: tbd
	72 Souls Alike by Bonnie Raitt September 13, 2005 The singer's 18th album is the first she produced herself. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.3
	84 Takk... by Sigur Rós September 13, 2005 Sigur Ros' fourth album is the first to feature songs sung mainly in their native Icelandic, rather than their fabricated Hopelandish. Metascore: 84 User Score: 8.7
	58 Harmonies For The Haunted by stellastarr* September 13, 2005 This is the second album for the 80s New Wave-influenced outfit fronted by Shawn Christensen. Metascore: 58 User Score: 8.2
	77 Love Kraft by Super Furry Animals September 13, 2005 Mario Caldato Jr. (Beastie Boys) produced the Furries' follow-up to 2003's "Phantom Power," which sees all of the band members (rather than just Gruff Rhys) taking turns at writing and singing. There are no Welsh songs this time out, although there is one in Portugese. Metascore: 77 User Score: 8.5
	78 Loose In The Air by The Double September 13, 2005 Steve Revitte produced the experimental Brooklyn four-piece's third album (and first for Matador). Metascore: 78 User Score: tbd
	73 The Weight Is A Gift by Nada Surf September 13, 2005 Death Cab For Cutie's Chris Walla returns as producer for the band's followup to 'Let Go.' Metascore: 73 User Score: 7.9
	73 Plat du Jour by Matthew Herbert September 13, 2005 Herbert's first disc in two years is a sample-driven concept album about the relationship of food to politics, society and celebrity. It is best consumed while reading the detailed album website, rather than as a stand-alone piece of music. Metascore: 73 User Score: 7.0
	81 Gold And Green by OOIOO September 13, 2005 Originally released in Japan in 2000, 'Gold And Green' finally reaches U.S. shores at a non-import price on Thrill Jockey. Yuko Honda and Sean Lennon guest. Metascore: 81 User Score: 8.2
	85 Jasper County by Trisha Yearwood September 13, 2005 The country singer's first album in four years was produced by longtime collaborator Garth Fundis. Metascore: 85 User Score: 8.5
	73 We're Animals by Numbers September 13, 2005 The San Francisco electro-punk trio make their Kill Rock Stars debut with this third LP. Metascore: 73 User Score: tbd
	79 Birds Make Good Neighbors by Rosebuds September 13, 2005 The North Carolina husband-and-wife duo of Ivan Howard and Kelly Crisp return with a second album, produced by Brian Paulson. Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.4
	77 Are You Thinking What I'm Thinking? by The Like September 13, 2005 This debut for the all-girl L.A.-based trio (who are daughters of music industry bigwigs) was produced by former Prince backing musician Wendy Melvoin. Metascore: 77 User Score: 8.6
	62 If Songs Could Be Held by Rosie Thomas September 13, 2005 This is the third album for the Seattle-based singer-songwriter. Ed Harcourt guests on one track. Metascore: 62 User Score: tbd
	78 Apollo Sunshine by Apollo Sunshine September 13, 2005 The second album from the Boston-based band was produced by Brian McTear (Matt Pond PA). Metascore: 78 User Score: 8.6
	70 Broken Ear Record by Black Dice September 6, 2005 This is the fourth album for the Brooklyn noise-rockers. Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.1
	85 Cole's Corner by Richard Hawley September 6, 2005 This is the fourth solo album for the sometime Pulp guitarist. Metascore: 85 User Score: 8.6
	79 Electric Blue Watermelon by North Mississippi Allstars September 6, 2005 The eclectic southern blues-rockers return with an album produced by Jim Dickinson (father of band members Cody and Luther). Lucinda Williams guests. Metascore: 79 User Score: 7.5
	73 A Bigger Bang by The Rolling Stones September 6, 2005 Don Was co-produced the band's first new studio album in eight years. Keith Richards sings on two tracks. Metascore: 73 User Score: 7.4
	55 Amber Headlights by Greg Dulli September 6, 2005 'Headlights' includes songs first written by Greg Dulli (Afghan Whigs, Twilight Singers) in 2002. Petra Haden guests. Metascore: 55 User Score: 7.5
	66 Plans by Death Cab for Cutie August 30, 2005 The Ben Gibbard-led group makes its major-label debut with this 11-song disc, produced by band member Chris Walla. Metascore: 66 User Score: 7.8
	52 Back Home by Eric Clapton August 30, 2005 The guitarist's first album of original material in four years includes collaborations with John Mayer, Steve Winwood and Billy Preston. Metascore: 52 User Score: 4.6
	64 Oh No by OK Go August 30, 2005 Tore Johansson (Franz Ferdinand) produced this second album for the Chicago power-pop outfit. Metascore: 64 User Score: 8.5
	85 Late Registration by Kanye West August 30, 2005 The Grammy-winner returns with a highly-anticpated follow-up to 'The College Dropout,' marking the second installment in a planned four-part series of albums. Jon Brion co-produced, and Brandy, Common, Nas, The Game, Jamie Foxx and Maroon 5's Adam Levine guest. Metascore: 85 User Score: 8.4
	73 The Invisible Invasion by The Coral August 30, 2005 Portishead's Geoff Barrow and Adrian Utley produced this fourth LP for the UK retro-rockers. Metascore: 73 User Score: 8.1
	70 Howl by Black Rebel Motorcycle Club August 23, 2005 A radical departure from previous efforts, the band's third album adds a lot of acoustic guitars and other Americana and blues elements into the mix. Metascore: 70 User Score: 7.9
	61 Invisible Ones by Orenda Fink August 23, 2005 The singer follows the lead of her Azure Ray bandmate Maria Taylor (whose '11:11' came out in May) with this solo debut, co-produced by Andy LeMaster (Now It's Overhead). Metascore: 61 User Score: 7.8
	74 Menos el Oso by Minus the Bear August 23, 2005 The Seattle band returns with a fourth album. Metascore: 74 User Score: 8.7
	85 Twin Cinema by The New Pornographers August 23, 2005 This is the third album of sunny indie-pop tunes for the acclaimed union of Neko Case, Dan Bejar (also of Destroyer) and A.C. Newman. Metascore: 85 User Score: 8.1
	83 Bright Ideas by Portastatic August 23, 2005 The sixth album for Mac McCaughan's other band (i.e., the one that isn't Superchunk) finds him joined by bassist Jim Wilbur and drummer/brother Matthew McCaughan. Tim Mooney produced. Metascore: 83 User Score: 8.3
	62 Blitzkrieg Pop by T. Raumschmiere August 23, 2005 Berlin-based noiseman Marco Haas' third album as T Raumschmiere features vocals by Ellen Allien. Metascore: 62 User Score: tbd
	71 Knitting Needles And Bicycle Bells by Tenement Halls August 23, 2005 This is the debut LP for the new project from Chris Lopez (RockATeens). Metascore: 71 User Score: tbd
	72 Pixel Revolt by John Vanderslice August 23, 2005 Vanderslice continues his album-a-year pace (despite also serving as a producer on numerous indie-rock albums) with this typically literate and well-produced fifth disc, which was recorded with the help of The Mountain Goats' John Darnielle. Metascore: 72 User Score: 6.7
	80 Infiniheart by Chad VanGaalen August 23, 2005 The Canadian illustrator and musician makes his Sub Pop debut with this self-recorded album. Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.5
	80 Year Of Meteors by Laura Veirs August 23, 2005 This is the fifth album for the Seattle-based singer-songwriter. Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.1
	61 Surgery by The Warlocks August 23, 2005 The L.A. psych-rock band's third disc was produced by Tom Rothrock (Beck). Metascore: 61 User Score: 5.8
	67 Drawing Restraint 9 OST by Björk August 23, 2005 Enlisted as composer for boyfriend Matthew Barney's latest experimental film (which loosely concerns whales and Japan), Bjork responded with a largely instrumental score. Will Oldham guests. Metascore: 67 User Score: 7.4
	68 Gods And Monsters by I Am Kloot August 23, 2005 The typically quirky Manchester, England trio led by John Bramwell returns with an atypical third album. Metascore: 68 User Score: 6.8
	66 Inside/Absent by Broken Spindles August 23, 2005 The Faint's Joel Petersen returns with his third Broken Spindles album. Metascore: 66 User Score: tbd
	63 The Dangermen Sessions, Vol. 1 by Madness August 16, 2005 The veteran "nutty" ska band's first album since their 1999 reunion disc 'Wonderful' is a collection of 13 covers, including their takes on classics "Lola" and "Israelites." Metascore: 63 User Score: 8.0
	72 No Flashlight: Songs Of The Fulfilled Night by Mount Eerie August 16, 2005 Phil Elverum's first LP release under the name Mount Eerie (which was also the title of his final record as The Microphones) is the self-released 15-track 'No Flashlight,' which will also see companion all-drums and "sing-along" discs released in the coming weeks. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.6
	62 Giving Up The Ghost by Windsor For The Derby August 16, 2005 The four-piece post-rock outfit now based in Philadelphia continue to fill out their sound on this follow-up to 'We Fight Til Death.' Metascore: 62 User Score: 7.8
	77 The Outsider by Rodney Crowell August 16, 2005 The country singer-songwriter follows 'Fate's Right Hand' with an 11-song set that includes a collaboration with Emmylou Harris and John Prine on Bob Dylan's "Shelter from the Storm." Metascore: 77 User Score: 8.0
	59 Early 21st Century Blues by Cowboy Junkies August 16, 2005 The Canadian band's latest includes two originals and nine covers, including versions of songs by U2, Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen. Metascore: 59 User Score: tbd
	66 Warnings/Promises by Idlewild August 16, 2005 The fourth album for the Scottish band was recorded in Los Angeles with producer Tony Hoffer (Air, Beck). Metascore: 66 User Score: 7.7
	51 Don't Tread On Me by 311 August 16, 2005 The Omaha, Nebraska alt-rockers return with an eighth album. Metascore: 51 User Score: 6.0
	63 Made In China by Juliana Hatfield August 9, 2005 The rocker's latest solo record is the first for her new label, Ye Olde Records. Metascore: 63 User Score: 8.1
	74 Quit +/or Fight by Holopaw August 9, 2005 This is the second album of country-folk-rock tunes for the Gainesville, Florida band led by John Orth. Metascore: 74 User Score: tbd
	81 Less Than Human by The Juan MacLean August 9, 2005 The latest DFA artist to create a buzz in the music press is former Six Finger Satellite guitarist John Maclean, whose "Less Than Human" is his full-length debut as The Juan Maclean. Metascore: 81 User Score: 7.2
	76 Maritime by Minotaur Shock August 9, 2005 This is the second album for electronica artist David Edwards, who has drawn acclaim for his mellow, cheerful sound. Metascore: 76 User Score: 8.1
	77 The Repulsion Box by Sons and Daughters August 9, 2005 Victor Van Vugt (Nick Cave, Beth Orton, PJ Harvey) produced this debut disc for the Glaswegian band. Metascore: 77 User Score: 7.3
	48 Chapter V by Staind August 9, 2005 The band's fifth album was produced by David Bottrill (Tool). Metascore: 48 User Score: 6.1
	61 The Difference Between Houses And Homes: Lost Songs And Loose Ends 1995-2001 by Cursive August 9, 2005 This disc compiles 10 tracks from the Tim Kasher-led band's early 7-inch singles, and adds two previously unreleased cuts. Metascore: 61 User Score: 6.7
	75 Front Parlour Ballads by Richard Thompson August 9, 2005 This is the guitarist's first solo acoustic album in nearly 25 years. Metascore: 75 User Score: 7.7
	82 Why Should The Fire Die? by Nickel Creek August 9, 2005 Tony Berg and Eric Valentine produced this follow-up to 2002's Grammy-winning "This Side." Metascore: 82 User Score: 8.5
	57 Fireflies by Faith Hill August 2, 2005 Byron Gallimore and Dann Huff produced the country singer's follow-up to 2002's "Cry." Metascore: 57 User Score: 7.5
	74 Mr. Hollywood, Jr. 1947 by Michael Penn August 2, 2005 The Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter's first outing in five years is a loose concept album set in the year 1947. Metascore: 74 User Score: 8.5
	71 Secret House Against The World by Buck 65 August 1, 2005 The Canadian semi-rapper (think more Beck than Eminem) returns with his first album of all-new material in two years, which includes contributions from DJ D Styles, Chicago post-rockers Tortoise and singer Lesley Feist. Metascore: 71 User Score: 7.6
	73 Spelled In Bones by Fruit Bats July 26, 2005 The Chicago band led by Eric Johnson (sometimes of Califone) returns with a third album. Metascore: 73 User Score: 7.1
	40 Jagged Little Pill Acoustic by Alanis Morissette July 26, 2005 To celebrate the 10th anniversary of her debut, 'Jagged Little Pill,' the Canadian singer-songwriter has re-recorded all of that album's songs using acoustic instruments. (It's certainly easier than writing new songs!) Metascore: 40 User Score: 6.3
	68 Body Of Song by Bob Mould July 26, 2005 The latest solo recording from former Hüsker Dü and Sugar leader Mould echoes back to those bands as well as the various stages of his solo career. His backing band includes Sugar's David Barbe and Fugazi's Brendan Canty. Metascore: 68 User Score: 7.8
	58 Mr. A-Z by Jason Mraz July 26, 2005 Steve Lillywhite produced this second album for the singer-songwriter. Metascore: 58 User Score: 7.6
	51 Grown & Sexy by Babyface July 26, 2005 The R&B singer's first album in four years was produced by Gregg Pagani (LeAnn Rimes, Will Smith). Metascore: 51 User Score: 7.3
	76 Clor by Clor July 25, 2005 The Barry Dobbin-led band (who also form part of Roots Manuva's live band) make their debut with this retro-dance-rock disc. Metascore: 76 User Score: 8.7
	72 Resilience by Kid 606 July 25, 2005 Miguel Trost Depedro's latest electronica release is a departure for him, as each track is more focused than on previous releases. Metascore: 72 User Score: tbd
	71 Honeycomb by Frank Black July 19, 2005 Before reuniting The Pixies, Black recorded this mellow solo disc in four days in a Nashville studio, backed by veteran southern session musicians. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.4
	68 Self Help Serenade by Marjorie Fair July 19, 2005 Rob Schnapf and Jon Brion produced the for the Los Angeles band (and by "band" we really just mean Evan Slamka). Metascore: 68 User Score: 8.0
	69 Alpine Static by Kinski July 12, 2005 The Seattle instrumental quartet is back with a second Sub Pop release. Metascore: 69 User Score: tbd
	66 Belladonna by Daniel Lanois July 12, 2005 This solo instrumental disc from the Brian Eno collaborator and U2 producer includes contributions from pianist Brad Mehldau and drummer Brian Blade. Metascore: 66 User Score: 8.3
	68 The Understanding by Röyksopp July 12, 2005 The duo's second album is far more vocal-oriented, and darker, than their debut. Metascore: 68 User Score: 8.0
	72 Okemah And The Melody Of Riot by Son Volt July 12, 2005 Jay Farrar has revived his post-Uncle Tupelo outfit Son Volt for their first album in seven years. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.6
	57 Often Lie by Statistics July 12, 2005 Occasional Saddle Creek-er Denver Dalley returns with a second Statistics album. Metascore: 57 User Score: tbd
	82 La Foret by Xiu Xiu July 12, 2005 The experimental indie-rockers led by Jamie Stewart return with album number four. Metascore: 82 User Score: 8.3
	71 Reads The Books [EP] by Prefuse 73 July 12, 2005 This eight-song EP pairs Prefuse 73 with cut-up artists The Books, and reprises their first collaboration, "Pagina Dos," from the most recent Prefuse 73 full-length. Metascore: 71 User Score: 7.4
	68 Underwater Cinematographer by The Most Serene Republic July 12, 2005 This is the debut for the Toronto six-piece led by Adrian Jewett. Metascore: 68 User Score: 8.1
	74 The Cookbook by Missy Elliott July 5, 2005 Slick Rick, The Neptunes, M.I.A., Tweet and Mary J. Blige are among the guests on Elliott's first new disc in two years. Longtime collaborator Timbaland produces just two tracks here. Metascore: 74 User Score: 8.5
	60 TP.3 Reloaded by R. Kelly July 5, 2005 A thematic departure from his 2004 double album, TP.3 includes appearances from Snoop Dogg, The Game, Twista and Nivea. Metascore: 60 User Score: 7.3
	90 Illinois by Sufjan Stevens July 5, 2005 The folk singer-songwriter's ambitious attempt to chronicle all 50 states in song continues with this second installment, dedicated to the Prairie State. Metascore: 90 User Score: 8.9
	81 Wilderness by Wilderness July 5, 2005 This is the debut full-length for the Baltimore four-piece whose frontman (James Johnson) bears a strong vocal resemblance to John Lydon. Metascore: 81 User Score: 7.5
	84 Multiply by Jamie Lidell June 28, 2005 One half of the electronica outfit Super_Collider, producer Jamie Lidell returns with a second solo album that finds him in an unlikely new role: that of a soul singer. Metascore: 84 User Score: 7.4
	44 Hannicap Circus by Bizarre June 28, 2005 The D12 member's debut set features appearances by Big Boi, Raphael Saadiq, Erick Sermon and Obie Trice and production from Eminem and Hi Tek. Metascore: 44 User Score: 5.5
	84 Clap Your Hands Say Yeah by Clap Your Hands Say Yeah June 28, 2005 Combine a singer who sounds more than a little like David Byrne, some solid indie-rock tunes, blurbs on all the right blogs, and a glowing review from Pitchfork and it all adds up to quite a buzz for this Brooklyn band's debut disc. Now all they need is a record deal. Metascore: 84 User Score: 8.5
	67 I Thought I Was Over That: Rare, Remixed And B-Sides by Lali Puna June 28, 2005 The title tells the story of this two-disc set, which includes remixes by Dntel, Boom Bip and Two Lone Swordsmen. Metascore: 67 User Score: tbd
	70 Out-Of-State Plates by Fountains of Wayne June 28, 2005 This 28-track, two-disc compilation culls radio performances, demos, and other previously unreleased tracks from throughout the band's history. Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.3

Music

Certified

Good Apollo, I'm Burning Star IV, Volume One: From Fear Through The Eyes Of Madness

Clothes Drop

One Way, It's Every Way

Ten Thousand Fists

Alive And Wired

The Family Myth

Cripple Crow

Give Blood

Where You Live

Noah's Ark

Odditorium Or Warlords Of Mars

Life In Slow Motion

In The Reins [EP]

Not Them, You

Chaos And Creation In The Backyard

Once Upon A Little Time

Souls Alike

Takk...

Harmonies For The Haunted

Love Kraft

Loose In The Air

The Weight Is A Gift

Plat du Jour

Gold And Green

Jasper County

We're Animals

Birds Make Good Neighbors

Are You Thinking What I'm Thinking?

If Songs Could Be Held

Apollo Sunshine

Broken Ear Record

Cole's Corner

Electric Blue Watermelon

A Bigger Bang

Amber Headlights

Plans

Back Home

Oh No

Late Registration

The Invisible Invasion

Howl

Invisible Ones

Menos el Oso

Twin Cinema

Bright Ideas

Blitzkrieg Pop

Knitting Needles And Bicycle Bells

Pixel Revolt

Infiniheart

Year Of Meteors

Surgery

Drawing Restraint 9 OST

Gods And Monsters

Inside/Absent

The Dangermen Sessions, Vol. 1

No Flashlight: Songs Of The Fulfilled Night

Giving Up The Ghost

The Outsider

Early 21st Century Blues

Warnings/Promises

Don't Tread On Me

Made In China

Quit +/or Fight

Less Than Human

Maritime

The Repulsion Box

Chapter V

The Difference Between Houses And Homes: Lost Songs And Loose Ends 1995-2001

Front Parlour Ballads

Why Should The Fire Die?

Fireflies

Mr. Hollywood, Jr. 1947

Secret House Against The World

Spelled In Bones

Jagged Little Pill Acoustic

Body Of Song

Mr. A-Z

Grown & Sexy