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Bon Voyage

Bon Voyage

by Melody's Echo Chamber
June 15, 2018
The second full-length release for the music project of Melody Prochet features contributions from Pond's Nicholas Allbrook, Dungen's Reine Fiske, Gustav Ejstes, Johan Holmegard, and The Amazing's Fredrik Swahn.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.0
Liberation

Liberation

by Christina Aguilera
June 15, 2018
The first full-length for the pop singer since 2012's Lotus features guest appearances from 2 Chainz, GoldLink, Keida, Demi Lovato, Shenseea, Ty Dolla $ign, and XNDA.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.5
Call the Comet

Call the Comet

by Johnny Marr
June 15, 2018
The third full-length solo release for the ex-Smiths guitarist was recorded at Manchester's Crazy Face Studios and features a future society at the brink of destruction that ultimately find help from "a different intelligence from the cosmos.'
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.6
Arthur Buck

Arthur Buck

by Arthur Buck
June 15, 2018
The debut full-length release for the collaboration between singer-songwriter Joseph Arthur and R.E.M. guitarist Peter Buck was written while in Mexico.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Cloud Corner

Cloud Corner

by Marisa Anderson
June 15, 2018
The fifth full-length solo release for the Portland, Oregon-based guitarist is her first on The Thrill Jockey label.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
Sugar & Spice [EP]

Sugar & Spice [EP]

by Hatchie
June 15, 2018
The five-track EP from the Australian dream pop artist Harriette Pilbeam was produced by John Castle.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.1
Head Over Heels

Head Over Heels

by Chromeo
June 15, 2018
The fifth full-length release for the Canadian electro-funk duo features guest appearances from D.R.A.M., French Montana, Amber Mark, Stefflon Don, and The-Dream.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.7
Shelter

Shelter

by Olivia Chaney
June 15, 2018
The second full-length solo release for the British folk singer-songwriter was produced by Thomas Bartlett.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Bird Dog Dante

Bird Dog Dante

by John Parish
June 15, 2018
The first full-length solo release (that is not a soundtrack) since 2005's Once Upon A Little Time features guest appearances from Marta Collica, Aldous Harding, and PJ Harvey.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Stains on Silence

Stains on Silence

by Girls Names
June 15, 2018
The fourth full-length release for the Belfast post-punk trio is its first since Gib Cassidy left the band in 2016.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Lower East Suite, Pt. 3

Lower East Suite, Pt. 3

by Onyx Collective
June 15, 2018
The debut full-length release for the New York City jazz band was inspired by its own challenges of finding and keeping practice space in the Big Apple.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Consolation [EP]

Consolation [EP]

by Protomartyr
June 15, 2018
The four-track EP for the Detroit post-punk band features guest appearances from Kelley Deal of The Breeders on two tracks.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.4
Please Don't Be Dead

Please Don't Be Dead

by Fantastic Negrito
June 15, 2018
The follow-up to the Oakland artist's Grammy Award-winning 2016 release was influenced in part by divisive political and social issues.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
New Bodies

New Bodies

by Tangents
June 15, 2018
The third full-length release for the Australian experimental instrumental five-piece was recorded and mixed by Richard Belkner.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
Sleepless

Sleepless

by Immersion
June 15, 2018
The latest full-length release for the Wire's Colin Newman and his wife Malka Spiegel features contributions from Holy Fuck's Matt Schulz as well as Gil Luz and Asi Weitz of Hexenschuss.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Magic Gone

Magic Gone

by Petal
June 15, 2018
The second full-length release for Pennsylvania indie rock artist Kiley Lotz as Petal was produced by Will Yip.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Sorpresa Familia

Sorpresa Familia

by Mourn
June 15, 2018
The third full-length release for the Barcelona-based indie rock quartet was inspired in part by the legal struggles with their former Spanish label to release their second album.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Redemption

Redemption

by Jay Rock
June 15, 2018
The third full-length studio release for the Southern California rapper features guest appearances from J. Cole, Future, Jeremih, Kendrick Lamar, and SZA.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.1
The Blues Is Alive and Well

The Blues Is Alive and Well

by Buddy Guy
June 15, 2018
The latest full-length release for the blues artist was produced by Tom Hambridge and features guest appearances from James Bay, Jeff Beck, Mick Jagger, and Keith Richards.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
You Will Know Nothing

You Will Know Nothing

by Here Lies Man
June 15, 2018
The second full-length release for the Los Angeles-based band led by Chico Mann (Antibalas' Marcos Garcia), who also produced and mixed the album with drummer Geoff Mann.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Pentagram

Pentagram

by Gui Boratto
June 15, 2018
The fifth full-length release for the Brazilian producer features a guest appearances from Nathan Berger and Boratto's wife Luciana Villanova.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Kids See Ghosts

Kids See Ghosts

by Kids See Ghosts
June 8, 2018
The debut surprise studio release for the collaboration between Kanye West and Kid Cudi features contributions from André 3000, Mos Def, Ty Dolla $ign as well as samples from Kurt Cobain's "Burn the Rain" and Louis Prima's "What Would Santa Claus Do?".
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.7
Remain In Light

Remain In Light

by Angélique Kidjo
June 8, 2018
The Beninese singer-songwriter covers the entire Talking Heads' 1980 album Remain In Light.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.2
No Shame

No Shame

by Lily Allen
June 8, 2018
The fourth full-length release for the British pop singer features guest appearances from Burna Boy, Giggs and Lady Chann.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.3
Childqueen

Childqueen

by Kadhja Bonet
June 8, 2018
The second full-release for the Los Angeles-based artist was self-produced and mixed.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.7
so sad so sexy

so sad so sexy

by Lykke Li
June 8, 2018
The fourth full-length release for the Swedish singer-songwriter features guest appearances from Aminé and Rostam Batmanglij.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.2
Listening to Pictures (Pentimento Volume I)

Listening to Pictures (Pentimento Volume I)

by Jon Hassell
June 8, 2018
This is the first new release in nine years for the ambient jazz trumpeter.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.7
Lush

Lush

by Snail Mail
June 8, 2018
The debut full-length release for 18-year-old British indie rock singer-songwriter Lindsey Jordan was produced by Jake Aron.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.1
Pink Noise

Pink Noise

by Echo Ladies
June 8, 2018
The debut full-length release for the Swedish trio of Matilda Bogren, Joar Andersén and Mattis Andersson was produced by Joakim Lindberg .
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Ecstatic Arrow

Ecstatic Arrow

by Virginia Wing
June 8, 2018
The third full-length release for the British duo of Alice Richards and Samuel Pillay was recorded in Switzerland.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
7.8
The Alligator Bride

The Alligator Bride

by Howlin Rain
June 8, 2018
The fifth full-length release for the San Francisco Bay Area band led by Ethan Miller was recorded to tape in two less takes with producer Eric “King Riff” Bauer.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Our Raw Heart

Our Raw Heart

by YOB
June 8, 2018
The eight full-length release for the Oregon metal trio was co-produced with Billy Barnett and written after frontman Mike Scheidt recovered from a near fatal illness caused by the intestinal disease, acute diverticulitis.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.0
Come Tomorrow

Come Tomorrow

by Dave Matthews Band
June 8, 2018
The ninth full-length studio release for the rock band is its first since 2012 and features produced from John Alagía, Mark Batson, Rob Cavallo, and Rob Evans.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.2
Colt

Colt

by Hilary Woods
June 8, 2018
The debut full-length solo release for the Irish singer-songwriter was co-produced with James Kelly.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Lost & Found

Lost & Found

by Jorja Smith
June 8, 2018
The debut full-length release for the British R&B singer-songwriter features contributions from Dizzee Rascal, Amanda Ghost, and Tom Misch.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.4
Constant Image

Constant Image

by Flasher
June 8, 2018
The debut full-length release for the Washington, DC post-punk band was produced by Nicolas Vernhes.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Bad Contestant

Bad Contestant

by Matt Maltese
June 8, 2018
The debut full-length release for the British singer-songwriter was recorded in 12 days with Alex Burey and Foxygen's Jonathan Rado.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.0
Blow Your Mind

Blow Your Mind

by Wilko Johnson
June 8, 2018
The first release of new material in 30 years for the ex-Dr. Feelgood guitarist was produced by Dave Eringa.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Soil

Soil

by serpentwithfeet
June 8, 2018
The debut full-length release for the New York-based alternative R&B artist features production from Clams Casino, Paul Epworth, and Katie Gately.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
7.4
Shannon in Nashville

Shannon in Nashville

by Shannon Shaw
June 8, 2018
The debut full-length solo release for the founder and lead singer of Shannon & the Clams was produced by Dan Auerbach.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Insula

Insula

by Proc Fiskal
June 8, 2018
The debut full-length release for the Edinburgh grime producer features everyday sounds like conversations, police sirens, dial tones as well as influences from Japanese video game music.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
1 2 Kung Fu!

1 2 Kung Fu!

by Boy Azooga
June 8, 2018
The debut full-length release for Cardiff quartet led by Davey Newington was co-produced by the band & Eddie El Shakarchie aka Dr Ed Boogie.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.2
Irisiri

Irisiri

by Eartheater
June 8, 2018
The third full-length release for the Queens-based experimental artist Alexandra Drewchin features guest appearances by Moor Mother and Odwalla1221.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Mental Wounds Not Healing

Mental Wounds Not Healing

by Uniform
June 8, 2018
The debut full-length collaboration between Uniform and The Body features themes about the feeling of being trapped in one's mind with thoughts of "hopelessness, anxiety, and depression."
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Putting on Airs

Putting on Airs

by Erin Rae
June 8, 2018
The second full-length release for the Tennessee singer-songwriter was co-produced by Dan Knobler and Jerry Bernhardt.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Happysad

Happysad

by Kiefer
June 8, 2018
The second full-length release for the Los Angeles pianist and producer features elements of jazz, hip-hop, and electronic music.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Kicker [EP]

Kicker [EP]

by The Get Up Kids
June 8, 2018
The four-track EP for the Missouri emo band is its first release in seven years and was recorded in Kansas.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Hereditary [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack]

Hereditary [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack]

by Colin Stetson
June 8, 2018
The former Arcade Fire saxophonist composed and performed on the soundtrack for Ari Aster's horror film.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.8
Outsiders

Outsiders

by The Magic Numbers
June 8, 2018
The fifth full-length release for the British indie rock band was co-produced by Dave Izumi.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Babelsberg

Babelsberg

by Gruff Rhys
June 8, 2018
The fifth full-length solo release for the Super Furry Animals/Neon Neon member was self-produced and features Stephen McNeff and the National Orchestra of Wales.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.2
The Hiding

The Hiding

by Kacey Johansing
June 2, 2018
The third full-length solo release for the California-based singer-songwriter was influenced in part by the breakup of her band Yesway and a falling out with a musical collaborator.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
(4:30) Idler

(4:30) Idler

by Jamie Isaac
June 1, 2018
The second full-length release for the British multi-instrumentalist features influences from jazz, bossa nova, electronic and pop music.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.0
Dream House

Dream House

by Âme
June 1, 2018
The debut full-length release for the German electronic duo of Kristian Beyer and Frank Wiedemann features guest appearances from Gudrun Gut, Matthew Herbert, Jens Kuross, Hans-Joachim Roedelius, and Planningtorock.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Ye

Ye

by Kanye West
June 1, 2018
The seven-track release from the rapper was streamed live from Wyoming and featured guest appearances from 070 Shake, DeJ Loaf, Jeremih, Kid Cudi, John Legend, Nicki Minaj, PARTYNEXTDOOR, Ty Dolla $ign, Valee and Charlie Wilson.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.1
Whale City

Whale City

by Warmduscher
June 1, 2018
The second full-length release for the London-based project that includes members of Fat White Family, Insecure Men and Paranoid London was produced by Dan Carey.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
African Scream Contest, Vol. 2

African Scream Contest, Vol. 2

by Various Artists
June 1, 2018
Ten years after the first compilation of Afro-funk from Benin, Samy Ben Redjeb returns with 14 tracks that span the years between 1963 and 1980.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
You, Forever

You, Forever

by Sam Evian
June 1, 2018
The second full-length release for the solo project of Celestial Shore's Sam Owens was recorded on an eight-track reel-to-reel tape recorder.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Still [EP]

Still [EP]

by Mazzy Star
June 1, 2018
The four-track EP from the dream-pop band features two new songs, a song from their live shows and an alternate version of "So Tonight That I Might See."
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Anchor

Anchor

by Norma Waterson
June 1, 2018
The second full-length release from the British folk mother-daughter duo of Norma Waterson and Eliza Carthy was recorded live in a chapel.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
tbd
Nightstand

Nightstand

by Tancred
June 1, 2018
The fourth full-length release for Jess Abbott as Tancred was recorded with Lewis Pesacov.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Downey to Lubbock

Downey to Lubbock

by Dave Alvin
June 1, 2018
The debut full-length collaboration between Dave Alvin and Jimmie Dale Gilmore features 10 covers and two originals, including the title track co-written by the duo.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Something Else

Something Else

by The Brian Jonestown Massacre
June 1, 2018
The latest release for the Anton Newcombe-led project is the first of two full-length planned releases in 2018.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Streams of Thought, Vol. 1 [EP]

Streams of Thought, Vol. 1 [EP]

by Black Thought
June 1, 2018
The debut five-track solo EP from The Roots' Tariq Trotter was produced by 9th Wonder and The Soul Council.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.3
God's Favorite Customer

God's Favorite Customer

by Father John Misty
June 1, 2018
The fourth full-length release for Josh Tillman as Father John Misty was written mostly in New York, including a two-months at a hotel and features contributions from Dave Cerminara, Haxan Cloak, Natalie Mering of Weyes Blood, Jonathan Rado, Trevor Spencer, and Jonathan Wilson.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.0
Hell-On

Hell-On

by Neko Case
June 1, 2018
The latest full-length solo release for the singer-songwriter features contributions from Eric Bachmann, Joey Burns, Beth Ditto, Doug Gillard, Kelly Hogan, Mark Lanegan, k.d. Lang, AC Newman, and Laura Veirs, was self-produced with co-production on six tracks with Bjorn Yttling of Peter Bjorn & John.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
7.8
The Future and the Past

The Future and the Past

by Natalie Prass
June 1, 2018
The second full-length release for the Virginia singer-songwriter was produced with Mathew E. White.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
7.6
Free for All

Free for All

by Sami Baha
June 1, 2018
The debut full-length studio release for the London-based hip-hop producer London features guest appearances from Abanob, Dawsha, Dimzy, DJ Nate, and Yung Lean.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Age Of

Age Of

by Oneohtrix Point Never
June 1, 2018
The ninth full-length release for producer Daniel Lopatin features contributions from Anohni, James Blake, Eli Keszler, Kelsey Lu, and Prurient.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.8
LUMP

LUMP

by LUMP
June 1, 2018
The debut full-length release for the collaboration between Laura Marling and Mike Lindsay was recorded in London.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.0
As Long as I Have You

As Long as I Have You

by Roger Daltrey
June 1, 2018
The ninth full-length solo release for The Who founder features several covers as well as original songs and includes contributions from Sean Genockey, Mick Talbot, and Pete Townshend.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Things Change

Things Change

by American Aquarium
June 1, 2018
Produced by John Fulbright and new-line-up that includes Shane Boeker, Joey Bybee, Ben Hussey, and Adam Kurtz support fontman BJ Barham on the North Carolina alt-country band's first release on the New West label.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
1984

1984

by Joan of Arc
June 1, 2018
The latest full-length release for the Chicago indie rock band finds Melina Ausikaitis taking lead on a majority of the nine tracks.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Noonday Dream

Noonday Dream

by Ben Howard
June 1, 2018
The third full-length release for the British singer-songwriter was recorded in England and France with Mickey Smith.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.3
Prequelle

Prequelle

by Ghost
June 1, 2018
The fourth full-length studio release for the Swedish metal band was produced by Tom Dalgety.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.2
The Return

The Return

by Kamaal Williams
May 25, 2018
The debut full-length release for the British jazz artist features a guest appearance from Mansur Brown and influences from drum 'n' bass, hip hop and R&B.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Testing

Testing

by A$AP Rocky
May 25, 2018
The third full-length studio album from the New York rapper was a surprise release and features guest appearances from FKA twigs, French Montana, Juicy J, Kid Cudi, Kodak Black, Moby, Frank Ocean, Skepta, and T.I.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.5
DAYTONA

DAYTONA

by Pusha T
May 25, 2018
The third full-length studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from Rick Ross and Kanye West.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.6
Mating Surfaces

Mating Surfaces

by Lithics
May 25, 2018
This is the second full length release for the Portland, Oregon-based post-punk band.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
tbd
Their Prime

Their Prime

by Jo Passed
May 25, 2018
The debut full-length release for the Vancouver rock band led by Hirabayashi, who also recorded the album in his home studio.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Love is Dead

Love is Dead

by Chvrches
May 25, 2018
The third full-length release for the Scottish synthpop trio was produced by Greg Kurstin.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.6
V.

V.

by Wooden Shjips
May 25, 2018
The fifth full-length studio release for the psychedelic rock band was mixed by Cooper Crain.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
6.8
Wildness

Wildness

by Snow Patrol
May 25, 2018
The seventh full-length studio release for the rock band led by Gary Lightbody is its first in seven years and was produced by Jacknife Lee.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.7
Argonauta

Argonauta

by Aisha Burns
May 25, 2018
The second full-length solo release for the Massachusetts-based artist was written after losing her mother.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Tracyanne & Danny

Tracyanne & Danny

by Tracyanne & Danny
May 25, 2018
The debut full-length release for the collaboration between Camera Obscura's Tracyanne Campbell and Crybaby's Danny Coughlan was produced by Edwyn Collins.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
7.3
Shawn Mendes

Shawn Mendes

by Shawn Mendes
May 25, 2018
The third full-length release for the Canadian pop singer features guest appearances from Khalid and Julia Michaels.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.0
The Long Sleep [EP]

The Long Sleep [EP]

by Jenny Hval
May 25, 2018
The four-track EP for the Norwegian artist was recorded with Havard Volden and producer Lasse Marhaug.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.8
Black Labyrinth

Black Labyrinth

by Jonathan Davis
May 25, 2018
The debut full-length solo release for the Korn frontman features contributions from Zac Baird, Wes Borland, Mike Dillon, Ray Luzier, Miles Mosley, and Shenkar.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.5
LAGEOS

LAGEOS

by Actress
May 25, 2018
An expanded project from producer Darren Cunningham (aka Actress) and the London Contemporary Orchestra that first premiered in 2016 at the Barbican Centre.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Vibras

Vibras

by J Balvin
May 25, 2018
The fifth full-length studio release for the Colombian reggaeton artist features guest appearances from Anitta, Jeon, Carla Morrison, Rosalia, Willy William, Wisin & Yandel, and Zion & Lennox.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.9
Puff: In the Air Without a Shape

Puff: In the Air Without a Shape

by Bernice
May 25, 2018
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Medicaid Fraud Dogg

Medicaid Fraud Dogg

by Parliament
May 22, 2018
George Clinton and his funk group returns with a new 23-track studio album after 38 years.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Back Being Blue

Back Being Blue

by Kelly Willis
May 18, 2018
The first solo release for the country singer-songwriter in 8 years was produced by her husband Bruce Robison.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Two Parts Together

Two Parts Together

by Big Ups
May 18, 2018
The third full-length release for the Brooklyn post-punk band was recorded by Carlos Hernandez, Amar Lal and Ava Luna's Julian Fader.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
tbd
What Heaven Is Like

What Heaven Is Like

by Wussy
May 18, 2018
The seventh full-length release for the Cincinnati band led by Chuck Cleaver and Lisa Walker features two covers songs.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Dock of the Bay Sessions

Dock of the Bay Sessions

by Otis Redding
May 18, 2018
The 12-song collection features songs recorded by the soul singer for an album that was never completed due to his death in a plane crash in December 10, 1967.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Wide Awake!

Wide Awake!

by Parquet Courts
May 18, 2018
The sixth full-length studio release for the New York rock band was produced by Danger Mouse.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.2
Tell Me How You Really Feel

Tell Me How You Really Feel

by Courtney Barnett
May 18, 2018
The second full-length release for the Australian singer-songwriter was produced with Burke Reid and Dan Luscombe.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.1
Sparkle Hard

Sparkle Hard

by Stephen Malkmus & the Jicks
May 18, 2018
The seventh full-length release for the indie rock band features a guest appearance from Kim Gordon.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.8
Deafman Glance

Deafman Glance

by Ryley Walker
May 18, 2018
The fourth full-length release for the Chicago singer-songwriter was produced with LeRoy Bach.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
6.4
Rausch

Rausch

by Gas
May 18, 2018
This is the sixth full-length release for Wolfgang Voigt under the GAS moniker.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.9