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	81 Weightlifting by Trash Can Sinatras August 31, 2004 The fourth album for the veteran Scottish band is their first album release in eight years and first U.S. release since 1993's 'I've Seen Everything.' Metascore: 81 User Score: 8.5
	86 Beautifully Human: Words And Sounds Vol. 2 by Jill Scott August 31, 2004 The soul singer returns with a follow-up to her Grammy-nominated debut. Metascore: 86 User Score: 8.5
	84 Medulla by Björk August 31, 2004 What the Icelandic singer's fifth album lacks in instrumentation (although there is a bit, provided by members of Matmos, Mum, and other collaborators), it makes up for with voices--lots and lots of voices. Think everything from beatboxing (including contributions from The Roots' Rahzel), choirs and Inuit throat-singing to, well, Mike Patton. Metascore: 84 User Score: 8.7
	59 Getting Away With Murder by Papa Roach August 31, 2004 The Northern California alt-metal band returns with a third album. Metascore: 59 User Score: 7.7
	67 Midnight Movies by Midnight Movies August 31, 2004 The Los Angeles trio, making their recording debut with this self-titled release, have attracted a growing fanbase over the last two years via their live shows, which highlight their atmospheric, vaguely Stereolab-esque music. The group (who met via want ads in the L.A. Weekly) is led by singer/drummer Gena Olivier. Metascore: 67 User Score: 8.1

	66 The DEFinition by LL Cool J August 31, 2004 The rapper's eleventh album includes six tracks produced by Timbaland. R. Kelly also guests. Metascore: 66 User Score: 7.2
	80 The Libertines by The Libertines August 31, 2004 While some eponymous albums suggest a lack of creativity, the heralded UK rock outfit's sophomore disc is titled 'The Libertines' because it is indeed about The Libertines--or, more specifically, about the ongoing conflict between the band's two songwriters, Carlos Barat and Pete Doherty (the latter of whom was subsequently kicked out of the band after three failed rehab attempts). The Clash's Mick Jones returns as producer. Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.7
	84 Lesser Matters by The Radio Dept. August 30, 2004 'Lesser Matters' is the debut disc for the Swedish shoegazers. Metascore: 84 User Score: 8.9
	76 Engine Down by Engine Down August 24, 2004 The Virginia indie-rockers (who share some members with the now defunct Denali) return with their fourth studio disc (and first for new label Lookout!), produced by Brian McTernan. Metascore: 76 User Score: tbd
	66 Happy People / U Saved Me by R. Kelly August 24, 2004 The R&B singer's latest is a double album, confining the two sides of his personality to separate discs: the radio- and club-friendly 'Happy People' is backed by the religious-themed 'U Saved Me.' Metascore: 66 User Score: 7.3

	74 The Revolution Starts Now by Steve Earle August 24, 2004 The highly political singer-songwriter returns with his 13th studio outing, which includes a duet with Emmylou Harris and a love song ("Condi Condi") about the current National Security Advisor. Metascore: 74 User Score: 7.0
	51 Alive & Amplified by Mooney Suzuki August 24, 2004 The New York indie four-piece team up with, of all people, producers The Matrix on this follow-up to 'Electric Sweat.' Metascore: 51 User Score: 7.3
	57 Welcome Back by Mase August 24, 2004 He's gone from working with Puff Daddy to working with... uh, God, but ordained minister Mase is back to the rap game (albeit with fewer references to sex and violence) after a five-year absence. Metascore: 57 User Score: tbd
	66 Winchester Cathedral by Clinic August 24, 2004 The distinctive Liverpool-based band returns with a third studio LP. Metascore: 66 User Score: tbd
	75 Radical Connector by Mouse on Mars August 24, 2004 The German elecronica duo of Andi Toma and Jan St. Werner are back with their first LP in three years, combining distorted vocals and samples with their glitchy yet melodic--and sometimes even humorous--instrumentation. Metascore: 75 User Score: tbd

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	87 The Dirty South by Drive-By Truckers August 24, 2004 No, the Drive-By Truckers haven't gone all gangsta rap on us; the title is just one example of the southern rockers' playful side. Founders Patterson Hood and Mike Cooley remain, although their surrounding cast has changed a bit since the acclaimed 'Decoration Day.' Metascore: 87 User Score: 8.6
	53 Business Casual by Beep Beep August 24, 2004 'Business Casual' is the debut LP for the dance-oriented Nebraska four-piece, who are frequently compared to some combination of Wire, XTC and Gang Of Four and don't sound an awful lot like any of the other bands on Saddle Creek's roster, save for maybe The Faint. Metascore: 53 User Score: 7.0
	61 Live Like You Were Dying by Tim McGraw August 24, 2004 'Dying' once again finds the country star backed on record by his touring band, the Dancehall Doctors. Metascore: 61 User Score: 7.4
	72 Straight Outta Ca$hville by Young Buck August 24, 2004 'Cashville' is the solo debut for the G-Unit member (who in real life is Nashville, Tenn. native David Brown). Production on the disc is handled by Dr. Dre, Eminem, and Lil' Jon, with 50 Cent and Lloyd Banks also making appearances. Metascore: 72 User Score: 7.7
	87 Favourite Colours by The Sadies August 24, 2004 The Toronto, Canada country-surf-rockers led by the Good brothers (Dallas and Travis) return with a self-produced effort. Robyn Hitchcock guests on one track. Metascore: 87 User Score: 8.6
	77 Tambourine by Tift Merritt August 24, 2004 George Drakoulias produced this sophomore release for the singer-songwriter, who garnered praise for her 2002 debut 'Bramble Rose.' Here, she adds some Muscle Shoals-style soul to her roots and country repertoire. Metascore: 77 User Score: 8.0
	78 Juxtaposition by Radian August 24, 2004 The third album for the Vienna-based electronica-infused post-rock trio was recorded partially in Austria and partially with John McEntire in Chicago. Metascore: 78 User Score: tbd
	82 Frozen Orange by David Kilgour August 24, 2004 This solo disc from the co-founder of New Zealand rockers The Clean includes backing by members of Lambchop. Metascore: 82 User Score: tbd
	72 She Loves You by The Twilight Singers August 24, 2004 The third disc for the Twilight Singers, the side project for the Afghan Whigs' Greg Dulli, is a covers album, tackling such interesting, diverse subject matter as Bjork's "Hyperballad," John Coltrane's "A Love Supreme," and Marvin Gaye's "Please Stay (Once You Go Away)." Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.3
	73 Half Smiles Of The Decomposed by Guided by Voices August 24, 2004 After 20 years and over 20 albums, Dayton, Ohio's Guided By Voices (led throughout its duration by Robert Pollard) is calling it quits with this final release. Metascore: 73 User Score: 7.6
	70 Everyone Is Here by The Finn Brothers August 24, 2004 Crowded House's Neil and Tim Finn reunite with producer Mitchell Froom for this disc, which also finds them joined by Los Angeles musicians Matt Chamberlain and Jon Brion. Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.5
	70 Joan Of Arc, Dick Cheney, Mark Twain... by Joan of Arc August 24, 2004 No, it's not a Jeopardy answer meriting the response "Who are three people who have never been in my kitchen?" but rather the latest noise-fest from Tim Kinsella & co. Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.6
	56 Survival Of The Sickest by Saliva August 17, 2004 The Memphis-based band continues to move away from their early rap-metal sound, instead adding Southern rock into the mix on this fourth album. Metascore: 56 User Score: 6.0
	76 We Fight Til Death by Windsor For The Derby August 17, 2004 The now Philadelphia-based band's fifth album in its ten-year history marks its debut for Secretly Canadian. What's not so secret is that the disc was produced by Dan Burton (Early Day Miners). Metascore: 76 User Score: tbd
	65 Green Imagination by The Sunshine Fix August 17, 2004 This is the second album for the group led by Bill Doss (formerly of Olivia Tremor Control), which mixes psychedelia and pop. Metascore: 65 User Score: tbd
	56 The Hard Way by 213 August 17, 2004 'The Hard Way,' co-produced by Kanye West, is the first disc for the trio of Snoop Dogg, Warren G. and Nate Dogg. Metascore: 56 User Score: 8.0
	69 All City by Northern State August 17, 2004 Slapped with the label "the female Beastie Boys" after their 2003 debut, the New York all-girl rap outfit make their major-label debut with 'All City,' which includes collaborations with Har Mar Superstar, ?uestlove and DJ Muggs. Metascore: 69 User Score: 5.0
	93 The Name Of This Band Is Talking Heads [2004 Version] by Talking Heads August 17, 2004 This two-disc set marks the long-awaited compact disc debut of the legendary band's 1982 live double album. While the original tracks are retained (and the discs follow the original's breakdown of 1977-1979 and 1980-1981), a whopping 16 tracks are added to the set, including 13 that were never before released in any format. Metascore: 93 User Score: 8.9
	75 More Adventurous by Rilo Kiley August 17, 2004 The Los Angeles indie-rockers make their major label debut with 'More Adventurous.' In the two years since their previous outing together, the band's Jenny Lewis contributed vocals to the debut from the Postal Service, while Blake Sennett and Jason Boesel released an album from their own side project, The Elected. Metascore: 75 User Score: 8.7
	58 Ariels by Bent August 16, 2004 The English duo, who normally rely on sampling and electronics, turn to live instrumentation for this third LP. Metascore: 58 User Score: 7.6
	85 Bubblegum by Mark Lanegan Band August 10, 2004 The former Screaming Trees member and Queens Of The Stone Age collaborator returns with his sixth solo album, credited to the Mark Lanegan Band. Guests include Ween, PJ Harvey, Josh Homme, Nick Oliveri and Izzy Stradlin and Duff McKagan. Metascore: 85 User Score: 8.7
	78 Fortune by The Mendoza Line August 10, 2004 Using a 2003 European tour as inspiration, the Athens, Georga indie-rockers recorded this sixth album as a series of narratives about both Americans traveling abroad and about recent immigrants to the United States. Metascore: 78 User Score: tbd
	69 Blue Album by Orbital August 10, 2004 After 15 years and six albums, the brothers Hartnoll are calling it quits with this final release. Lisa Gerrard (Dead Can Dance) guests on one track, with The Sparks collaborating on another. Metascore: 69 User Score: 8.0
	72 The Way It Really Is by Lisa Loeb August 10, 2004 The bespectacled singer-songwriter and Food Network hostess returns with a slightly darker effort, confusingly titled after a song that appeared on her previous album but is not included here. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.8
	54 Godfather Buried Alive by Shyne August 10, 2004 The B.I.G. soundalike has managed to generate a great deal of buzz for his second solo disc, chiefly by being behind bars, where he's serving out a ten-year prison term resulting from a bad night on the town with P Diddy. The vocals on one track were literally phoned in from prison, while production is handled by Kanye West, Swizz Beatz, Just Blaze and more. Metascore: 54 User Score: 8.5
	63 Amerikaz Nightmare by Mobb Deep August 10, 2004 The duo of Prodigy and Havoc are assisted by guests such as 50 Cent, Nate Dogg, R. Kelly, Jadakiss and Nelly on this disc co-produced by The Alchemist. Metascore: 63 User Score: 6.5
	68 Fire In The Hole by Brand Nubian August 10, 2004 This is the fifth LP in 15 years for the veteran hip-hop unit of Grand Puba, Lord Jamar and Sadat X. Metascore: 68 User Score: tbd
	82 Album Of The Year by The Good Life August 10, 2004 The Good Life is a side project for Cursive's Tim Kasher, and this third full-length release (following the 'Lovers Need Lawyers' EP) finds him joined by Stefanie Drootin, Ryan Fox and Roger Lewis. Metascore: 82 User Score: 8.4
	71 Venomous Villain [VV:2] by Viktor Vaughn August 3, 2004 On of the many aliases of rapper Daniel Dumile (who is best known these days as the masked MF Doom), Viktor Vaughn is joined by a guests such as DJ Sure Shot and Kool Keith on this second release. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.5
	63 Forget Tomorrow by Macha August 3, 2004 You wouldn't know it from their album covers, or their music, but this indie-rock four-piece hails from Athens, Georgia, not Tokyo. 'Tomorrow' is their third full-length and first in five years (four, if you include their collaboration with Bedhead). Metascore: 63 User Score: tbd
	78 A Long Hot Summer by Masta Ace August 3, 2004 9th Wonder is among the producers on the veteran Brooklyn MC's fifth full-length (rumored to be his last), a prequel to previous disc ?Disposable Arts.' Guests include Rahzel, Jean Grae and The Beatnuts. Metascore: 78 User Score: 8.5
	57 All Watched Over By Machines of Loving Grace by Bravecaptain August 2, 2004 This is the third album for former Boo Radleys guitarist Martin Carr. Metascore: 57 User Score: tbd
	70 The Equatorial Stars by Fripp & Eno August 2, 2004 This is the third full-length collaboration between Brian Eno and guitarist Robert Fripp, with the previous two outings coming in 1973 and 1975. Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.4
	83 Homesongs by Adem July 27, 2004 This is the solo debut for Adem Ilhan of the English electronica/post-rock band Fridge (whose lineup also includes Four Tet's Kieran Hebden). Unlike in Fridge (which is an instrumental outfit), Adem sings over these ten quiet, folksy tracks. Metascore: 83 User Score: 8.6
	76 Anything by Martina Topley-Bird July 27, 2004 The former Tricky collaborator was nominated for the UK's Mercury Music Prize for her solo debut 'Quixotic,' which arrives in the U.S. a year later re-sequenced, re-designed, and re-titled (as 'Anything'). Included (as on the original version) is a collaboration with Josh Homme and Mark Lanegan, as well as tracks recorded with Tricky and David Holmes. Metascore: 76 User Score: 8.0
	71 Riot On An Empty Street by Kings of Convenience July 27, 2004 The Norway-based indie-folk duo of Erlend Øye and Erik Glambek Bøe reunite for a third album, following some detours by Øye into more electronic-based music. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.0
	60 One Plus One Is One by Badly Drawn Boy July 27, 2004 Apart from demonstrating that his addition skills are as poor as Radiohead's, 'One Plus One' finds Damon Gough returning to the more low-key, lo-fi sound of his earlier work after the much glossier 'Have You Fed The Fish?' failed to win the British singer-songwriter new fans in 2002. Metascore: 60 User Score: 7.2
	70 Terrorbird by The Mae Shi July 27, 2004 Allegedly recorded on a budget of $120, 'Terrorbird' is the somewhat strange debut for the post-punk four-piece from Los Angeles. Metascore: 70 User Score: tbd
	81 Scissor Sisters by Scissor Sisters July 27, 2004 Although a New York band, Scissor Sisters (as evidenced by this debut disc) are definitely not part of the typical New York scene, eschewing garage and no wave to embrace campier, glammier 70s and 80s rock and dance music sounds. Included here is the band's cover of Pink Floyd's "Comfortably Numb." Metascore: 81 User Score: 8.7
	84 Blue Cathedral by Comets On Fire July 27, 2004 The psychedelic indie-rockers from Santa Cruz, Calif. make their Sub Pop debut with this third disc. Guitarist Ben Chasny has been added to the lineup, supplementing the original quartet led by vocalist/guitarist Ethan Miller. Metascore: 84 User Score: 7.1
	74 Where You Want To Be by Taking Back Sunday July 27, 2004 The sophomore effort from the Long Island emo band was produced by Lou Giordano (Ataris), and features new vocalist Fred Mascherino (joining band founder Adam Lazzara). Metascore: 74 User Score: 8.1
	74 Alphabetical by Phoenix July 27, 2004 This is the second album for the French synth-rock outfit, who attracted some international acclaim with their 2000 debut 'United.' Metascore: 74 User Score: 8.0
	72 Whiskey Tango Ghosts by Tanya Donelly July 27, 2004 The former Throwing Muses and Breeders member's third solo release finds her collaborating with the likes of Dean Fisher (who doubles as Juliana Hatfield's bassist and Donelly's husband) and Rich Gilbert. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.4
	71 Drag It Up by Old 97's July 27, 2004 Rhett Miller & co. recorded the stripped-down 'Drag It Up' (the band's first release in three years) in a 19th century church in Woodstock, NY. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.2
	65 Kiss & Tell by Sahara Hotnights July 27, 2004 The all-female Scandinavian quartet return with a disc produced by Pelle Gunnerfeldt (The Hives), their third album overall and first for new label RCA. Metascore: 65 User Score: 8.7
	70 Hymns Of The 49th Parallel by k.d. lang July 27, 2004 The Canadian singer-songwriter's Nonesuch debut features covers of songs by other Canadian singer-songwriters, including Neil Young, Leonard Cohen, Ron Sexsmith, Jane Siberry, and William Shatner. (OK, so maybe not the last one.) There's also one lang original for good measure. Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.3
	56 Until The End by Kittie July 27, 2004 The third album for the all-girl Canadian metal band was produced by Steve Thompson (Anthrax, Korn). Metascore: 56 User Score: 8.0
	86 Dead Cities, Red Seas & Lost Ghosts by M83 July 27, 2004 The second release from French electronica duo M83 takes shoegaze classics such as 'Loveless' as an inspiration, with synths taking the place of guitars. Metascore: 86 User Score: 8.6
	62 Armed Love by The (International) Noise Conspiracy July 26, 2004 Rick Rubin produced this fourth album for the Swedish quartet, which features contributions by Billy Preston and Ash's Charlotte Hatherley. Metascore: 62 User Score: 8.3
	76 Nostalgialator by Mike Ladd July 26, 2004 The producer (a college English professor in his former life) behind the fictitious hip-hop outfits The Majesticons and The Infesticons returns with a disc recorded under his own name. It's not the third installment in the -icons series (that will come later), but a standalone album that veers into multiple genres and moods. Metascore: 76 User Score: tbd
	78 Tyrannosaurus Hives by The Hives July 20, 2004 The Swedish garage-rockers return with their third full-length disc. Metascore: 78 User Score: 8.6
	58 Autobiography by Ashlee Simpson July 20, 2004 A bit more "rock" than her older sister Jessica, the 19-year-old former ("7th Heaven") and current (her own MTV reality show) TV star makes her recording debut with these 11 tracks produced by John Shanks. Metascore: 58 User Score: 6.2
	80 Miss Machine by The Dillinger Escape Plan July 20, 2004 The inventive but challenging hardcore outfit returns with their first full-length studio recording since 1999's 'Calculating Infinity.' Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.6
	80 A Lifetime Of Temporary Relief by Low July 20, 2004 This three-disc box set, subtitled "10 Years of B-Sides and Rarities," is just that, collecting 56 tracks from the Duluth, MN slowcore trio. Also included in the set is a 32-page booklet and a DVD with videos, concert footage and documentaries. Metascore: 80 User Score: tbd
	62 This Is Hope by Mull Historical Society July 19, 2004 Colin McIntyre returns with his third album in as many years, like its predecessors a bit, well, strange. Metascore: 62 User Score: tbd
	61 Bicycles & Tricycles by The Orb July 13, 2004 Yes, for those of you keeping score at home, Alex Paterson is indeed still recording as The Orb, with 'Bicycles' marking the once trailblazing electronica group's sixth studio release. Metascore: 61 User Score: tbd
	69 Back To Basics by Beenie Man July 13, 2004 The dancehall artist returns with a more genre-consistent (and yes, back to basics) album, with a lone Timbaland-produced crossover track, "All Girls Party." Metascore: 69 User Score: 7.4
	62 Porcelain by Sparta July 13, 2004 The El Paso, Texas four-piece (featuring those members of At The Drive-In who didn't join the Mars Volta) return with a second full-length, produced by Mike Major. Metascore: 62 User Score: 7.8
	75 Soft Commands by Ken Stringfellow July 13, 2004 This solo disc from the Posies member features guest appearances from Jill Sobule and members of Velocity Girl, Oranger and the Posies. Metascore: 75 User Score: 8.2
	79 Out Of The Shadow by Rogue Wave July 13, 2004 Originally self-released by the band in 2003, this debut album for Rogue Wave (basically just namesake Zach Rogue, plus additional musicians on some songs) was remastered and re-released by Sub Pop in 2004. Metascore: 79 User Score: 7.5
	75 Sorry I Make You Lush by Wagon Christ July 13, 2004 Wagon Christ is the alter-ego of prolific English electronica artist Luke Vibert (who also records under his own name and Plug). Metascore: 75 User Score: tbd
	59 The Spine by They Might Be Giants July 13, 2004 Now together over 20 years as a band, the duo of Johns (Linnel and Flansburgh) return with their 10th studio album (their first for adults in three years), reuniting with producer Pat Dillett (who worked on the pair's 1990 album 'Flood'). Metascore: 59 User Score: 8.0
	72 The Tipping Point by The Roots July 13, 2004 Whereas its predecessor (2002's acclaimed 'Phrenology') clocked in at 79 minutes, 'The Tipping Point' is a concise 45-minute listen, featuring guests Devin The Dude, Ol' Dirty Bastard, Jean Grae and Television's Dave Chappelle. Metascore: 72 User Score: 7.9
	70 Blueberry Boat by The Fiery Furnaces July 13, 2004 The brother-sister duo of Matthew and Eleanor Friedberger return with a second quirky, challenging and eclectic LP. Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.4
	70 Together We're Heavy by The Polyphonic Spree July 13, 2004 Although the Dallas-based robe-wearing collective (who number close to 30) recorded their buzz-generating debut in just two days, this sophomore effort is the result of a full year in the studio. (Presumably, it's a very large studio.) Eric Feldman (Sparklehorse) and The Speekers produced. Metascore: 70 User Score: 7.8
	68 Stone Love by Angie Stone July 6, 2004 The soul singer's latest release marks her 25th year as a recording artist (she made her debut in 1979 as a member of the first female rap group ever, Sequence). Guests here include Missy Elliott, Floetry and Snoop Dogg. Metascore: 68 User Score: 7.0
	63 The Silent Hours by The Open July 5, 2004 This debut for the Liverpool five-piece recalls bands such as Echo & The Bunnymen, U2 and The Verve. Cocteau Twins' Simon Raymonde produced. Metascore: 63 User Score: 8.6
	73 Afrodisiac by Brandy June 29, 2004 A ten-year music-industry veteran at age 25, Brandy returns with 15 new tracks, ditching long-time collaborator Rodney Jerkins in favor of producers Timbaland, Organized Noize and Kanye West. Metascore: 73 User Score: 5.7
	66 This Magnificent Distance by Chris Robinson June 29, 2004 The second solo outing for the Black Crowes leader (who is now backed by a band named after his first solo disc, New Earth Mud) was co-produced by Robinson, Paul Stacey and Ethan Johns. Metascore: 66 User Score: 8.0
	75 The Concretes by The Concretes June 29, 2004 The Swedish group (originally formed 9 years ago as an all-girl trio, but now featuring 8 full-time members) make their international debut with an album that manages to combine elements of classic Motown, Mazzy Star and the Velvet Underground. Metascore: 75 User Score: 6.2
	75 The Cure by The Cure June 29, 2004 The follow-up to 2000's 'Bloodflowers' sees Robert Smith & co. working with metal producer Ross Robinson (Limp Bizkit, Korn) for the first time (and apparently, he ate up so much of the recording budget that they couldn't afford an album cover artist). Metascore: 75 User Score: 7.6
	52 Seventy Two & Sunny by Uncle Kracker June 29, 2004 Kenny Chesney guests on '72 & Sunny,' the third solo disc for the Kid Rock protege. Metascore: 52 User Score: 3.0
	66 The Cover Up by I Am The World Trade Center June 29, 2004 The 80s-influenced laptop-pop duo of Dan Geller and Amy Dykes return with their third LP. Metascore: 66 User Score: tbd
	60 Space Settings by Headset June 29, 2004 'Space Settings' is the debut from the hip-hop side project for Jimmy Tamborello (Postal Service, Dntel), who along with Plug Research artists Allen Avanessian, Daedelus and John Tejada (plus Thomas Fehlmann), provides the musical backdrop for an array of MCs that includes Beans and Rocmon. Metascore: 60 User Score: tbd
	61 One Monkey Don't Stop No Show by The Goodie Mob June 29, 2004 Cee-Lo has left for a solo career, but the remaining members of the Atlanta-based hip-hop outfit return for their first album in five years, produced by Organized Noize. Metascore: 61 User Score: 4.7
	66 The Hunger For More by Lloyd Banks June 29, 2004 This is the solo debut for Banks, a member of G Unit. Metascore: 66 User Score: 7.8
	76 The Heat by Jesse Malin June 29, 2004 This is the second solo release for the former D Generation frontman. Malin's buddy Ryan Adams does not produce this time around, but he does appear on the album. Metascore: 76 User Score: 7.6
	67 Detroit Deli: A Taste of Detroit by Slum Village June 29, 2004 This is the third LP for the Detroit hip-hop group, now down to a duo after the departure of MC Baatin. Kanye West, Ol' Dirty Bastard and Melanie are among the guests. Metascore: 67 User Score: tbd
	71 Revival by The Reverend Horton Heat June 29, 2004 Jim Heath & co. return for an eighth album of rockabilly tunes. Metascore: 71 User Score: tbd
	59 ...it falls apart by For Stars June 29, 2004 The fourth album from the Bay Area indie rockers (led by singer-guitarist Carlos Forster) is their first in three years. Metascore: 59 User Score: tbd
	71 Creature Comforts by Black Dice June 22, 2004 This is the second DFA release for the Brooklyn outfit who have evolved from abrasive noise rock to a little less abrasive psychedelic electronica. Production was handled by the DFA, Steve Revitte (Liars) and Nicolas Vernhes (Fiery Furnaces). Metascore: 71 User Score: 6.0
	66 Waves Are Universal by Rachel Goswell June 22, 2004 The current Mojave 3 and former Slowdive member makes her long-awaited solo debut with 'Waves Are Universal,' which features production by David Naughton and drumming by Ashley Bates (Chapterhouse). Metascore: 66 User Score: 8.4
	76 Kiss Of Death by Jadakiss June 22, 2004 The New York rapper's second solo disc (after stints in the Ruff Ryders and the Lox) features production from Kanye West, the Neptunes and Swizz Beatz, with appearances from Nate Dogg, Snoop Dogg and Anthony Hamilton. Metascore: 76 User Score: 7.5
	55 Gettin' In Over My Head by Brian Wilson June 22, 2004 These thirteen tracks mark just the third solo disc for the former Beach Boys songwriter, and include songs that Wilson has written over the past two decades. Paul McCartney, Eric Clapton and Elton John guest. (Sorry, no Snoop Dogg or Missy Elliott.) Metascore: 55 User Score: 7.1
	76 Not So Much To Be Loved As To Love by Jonathan Richman June 22, 2004 This is the first album in three years for the now 50-something Richman. Metascore: 76 User Score: tbd

Music

Weightlifting

Beautifully Human: Words And Sounds Vol. 2

Medulla

Getting Away With Murder

Midnight Movies

The DEFinition

The Libertines

Lesser Matters

Engine Down

Happy People / U Saved Me

The Revolution Starts Now

Alive & Amplified

Welcome Back

Winchester Cathedral

Radical Connector

The Dirty South

Business Casual

Live Like You Were Dying

Straight Outta Ca$hville

Favourite Colours

Tambourine

Juxtaposition

Frozen Orange

She Loves You

Half Smiles Of The Decomposed

Everyone Is Here

Joan Of Arc, Dick Cheney, Mark Twain...

Survival Of The Sickest

We Fight Til Death

Green Imagination

The Hard Way

All City

The Name Of This Band Is Talking Heads [2004 Version]

More Adventurous

Ariels

Bubblegum

Fortune

Blue Album

The Way It Really Is

Godfather Buried Alive

Amerikaz Nightmare

Fire In The Hole

Album Of The Year

Venomous Villain [VV:2]

Forget Tomorrow

A Long Hot Summer

All Watched Over By Machines of Loving Grace

The Equatorial Stars

Homesongs

Anything

Riot On An Empty Street

One Plus One Is One

Terrorbird

Scissor Sisters

Blue Cathedral

Where You Want To Be

Alphabetical

Whiskey Tango Ghosts

Drag It Up

Kiss & Tell

Hymns Of The 49th Parallel

Until The End

Dead Cities, Red Seas & Lost Ghosts

Armed Love

Nostalgialator

Tyrannosaurus Hives

Autobiography

Miss Machine

A Lifetime Of Temporary Relief

This Is Hope

Bicycles & Tricycles

Back To Basics

Porcelain

Soft Commands

Out Of The Shadow

Sorry I Make You Lush

The Spine

The Tipping Point

Blueberry Boat