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Of Course You Are

Of Course You Are

by Robert Pollard
March 4, 2016
The latest solo release from the Guided By Voices leader was produced by Nick Mitchell.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
6.8
Old Magick

Old Magick

by Steven James Adams
March 4, 2016
The second full-length solo release for the British rock singer who co-founded the Broken Family Band was produced by Dan Michaelson.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
A  Season in Hull

A Season in Hull

by The Wave Pictures
March 4, 2016
The latest release from the British rock band was acoustic and live recorded in one day through one microphone.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Xtreme Now

Xtreme Now

by Prince Rama
March 4, 2016
The latest release from the Brooklyn-based sister duo is said to be inspired by a vision of a future where art and extreme sports come together.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Made in the Manor

Made in the Manor

by Kano
March 4, 2016
The first release in six years for the British rapper features guest appearances from Damon Albarn, Giggs, JME, and Wiley.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.6
Eraser Stargazer

Eraser Stargazer

by Guerilla Toss
March 4, 2016
The latest full-length for the noise rock band from Boston was recorded over six weeks in upstate New York.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
The Rarity of Experience

The Rarity of Experience

by Chris Forsyth & the Solar Motel Band
March 4, 2016
The second full-length release credited with the Solar Motel Band is a double album produced by Forsyth.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Varmints

Varmints

by Anna Meredith
March 4, 2016
The debut electronic full-length release for the former composer-in-residence with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.7
See How

See How

by Pete Aves
March 4, 2016
This is the first solo release for the the High Llamas guitarist since 2007.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Arcology

Arcology

by Thug Entrancer
March 4, 2016
This the second full-length release for the Denver-based electronic producer Ryan McRyhew.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
No Manchester

No Manchester

by Mexrrissey
March 4, 2016
The Mexican Morrissey tribute band that includes Camilo Lara and Sergio Mendoza features seven cover songs (five of which are live tracks).
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Petrol

Petrol

by Anenon
March 4, 2016
This is the third full-length release for the electronic producer Brian Allen Simon.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
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More Rain

More Rain

by M. Ward
March 4, 2016
The eighth solo release for the singer-songwriter features guest appearances from R.E.M.'s Peter Buck, Neko Case, k.d. lang, The Secret Sisters, and Joey Spampinato of NRBQ.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
6.7
iii

iii

by Miike Snow
March 4, 2016
The third full-length release for the Swedish indie pop band features a guest appearance from Charli XCX.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.1
Jettison the Valley

Jettison the Valley

by Carter Tanton
March 4, 2016
The second full-length solo release under the singer-songwriter's real name features guest appearances from Marissa Nadler and Sharon Van Etten.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
You Know Who You Are

You Know Who You Are

by Nada Surf
March 4, 2016
The eighth full-length release for the New York indie rock band was produced by Tom Beaujour.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.7
United Crushers

United Crushers

by Poliça
March 4, 2016
The third full-length release for the Minneapolis-based synthpop duo was produced by Ryan Olson.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.4
Full Circle

Full Circle

by Loretta Lynn
March 4, 2016
The first release in a dozen years for the country artist features guest appearances by Elvis Costello and Willie Nelson and was produced by John Carter Cash and her daughter, Patsy Lynn Russell.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.7
From Caplan to Belsize

From Caplan to Belsize

by Muncie Girls
March 4, 2016
The debut full-length release for the British punk trio was produced and recorded by Lewis Johns.
Metascore:
98
User Score:
6.0
You're Doomed. Be Nice.

You're Doomed. Be Nice.

by Rob Crow's Gloomy Place
March 4, 2016
The debut release for the Pinback co-founder's new project was recorded and mixed by Ben Moore.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Moogmemory

Moogmemory

by Matthew Bourne
March 4, 2016
The second full-length release for the British pianist features songs created with a 1982 classic Moog Memorymoog synthesizer.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Distance Inbetween

Distance Inbetween

by The Coral
March 4, 2016
The first full-length release in six years for the British rock band features Paul Molloy on guitar (filling in for Lee Southall) was produced with Richard Turvey.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.5
Colour Theory

Colour Theory

by Submotion Orchestra
March 4, 2016
The fourth full-length release for the British band features guest appearances from Andrew Ashong, Billy Boothroyd, Catching Flies, Ed Thomas and Still.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
At the Dam

At the Dam

by Mary Lattimore
March 4, 2016
The third full-length solo release for the Philadelphia harpist was inspired by her 2014 trip across the United States after receiving a Pew fellowship.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
A Man Alive

A Man Alive

by Thao & the Get Down Stay Down
March 4, 2016
The fourth full-length release for the San Francisco-based band was produced by Merrill Garbus of tUnE-yArDs.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.9
We Can Do Anything

We Can Do Anything

by Violent Femmes
March 4, 2016
This is the first full-length studio release in 16 years for the band led by Gordon Gano and Brian Ritchie with Dresden Dolls' Brian Viglione taking over on drums from Victor de Lorenzo.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
6.5
Abbar El Hamada

Abbar El Hamada

by Aziza Brahim
March 4, 2016
The third full-length release for the Barcelona-based Western Sahara singer-songwriter was produced by Chris Eckman.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Long Way Home

Long Way Home

by LÃ¥psley
March 4, 2016
The debut full-length release for the British singer-songwriter features production by Rodaidh McDonald, Mura Masa and Paul O'Duffy.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.3
Emily's D+Evolution

Emily's D+Evolution

by Esperanza Spalding
March 4, 2016
The fifth full-length solo release for the multiple Grammy-winning artist is a concept album built around her muse named Emily (which is also her middle name) and was produced with Tony Visconti.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.8
Rainbow Ends

Rainbow Ends

by Emitt Rhodes
February 26, 2016
Produced by Chris Price, the first new full-length release from the singer-songwriter in 43 years features guest appearances from such artist as Jon Brion, Nels Cline, Susanna Hoffs, and Aimee Mann.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Convenanza

Convenanza

by Andrew Weatherall
February 26, 2016
The first solo release for the British electronic producer since 2009 was co-written with the Sabrettes’ Nina Walsh.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Know Where To Run

Know Where To Run

by Barry Adamson
February 26, 2016
The 10th solo release for the Nick Cave collaborator was inspired by the pictures he took while on tour in the United States.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.3
Keep It Together

Keep It Together

by Lily & Madeleine
February 26, 2016
The third full-length release for the sister duo was produced by Paul Mahern.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.0
Plaza

Plaza

by Quilt
February 26, 2016
The third full-length release for the psychedelic rock band was produced by Jarvis Taveniere.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
For All Kings

For All Kings

by Anthrax
February 26, 2016
The 11th full-length studio release for the trash metal band led by Joey Belladonna was produced by Jay Ruston and is its first with Jon Donais of Shadows Fall taking over lead guitars from Rob Caggiano.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.6
Stranger Things

Stranger Things

by Yuck
February 26, 2016
The third full-length release for the indie rock band and its second since lead singer Daniel Blumberg left in 2013 was self-produced.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
6.5
The Ridge

The Ridge

by Sarah Neufeld
February 26, 2016
The second full-length release for the Arcade Fire band member features Jeremy Gara on drums.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Grandfeathered

Grandfeathered

by Pinkshinyultrablast
February 26, 2016
The second full-length release for the Russian five-piece was recorded in less than five days.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.6
I Like It When You Sleep, For You Are So Beautiful Yet So Unaware of It

I Like It When You Sleep, For You Are So Beautiful Yet So Unaware of It

by The 1975
February 26, 2016
The second full-length release for the British alternative rock band was produced by Mike Crossey.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.2
How to Dance

How to Dance

by Mount Moriah
February 26, 2016
The third full-length release for the North Carolina trio features guest appearances from Amy Ray, Angel Olsen, and Mirah Zeitllyn.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Summertime: Willie Nelson Sings Gershwin

Summertime: Willie Nelson Sings Gershwin

by Willie Nelson
February 26, 2016
Produced by Buddy Cannon, the country singer-songwriter covers songs by the Gershwin brothers features guest appearances from Cyndi Lauper and Sheryl Crow.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
When You Walk a Long Distance You Are Tired

When You Walk a Long Distance You Are Tired

by Mothers
February 26, 2016
Originally begun as a solo project for Kristine Leschper, the debut full-length release for the Athens, Georgia quartet was produced by Drew Vandenberg.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.0
Charlene

Charlene

by Tweet
February 26, 2016
The third full-length release for the R&B singer features a guest appearance from Missy Elliott.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Vroom Vroom [EP]

Vroom Vroom [EP]

by Charli xcx
February 26, 2016
The four-track EP from the British pop artist was produced by PC Music's SOPHIE.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.7
In Search of Harperfield

In Search of Harperfield

by Emma Pollock
February 26, 2016
The third solo release for the former Delgados band member was produced by her husband, Paul Savage.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.0
Dig in Deep

Dig in Deep

by Bonnie Raitt
February 26, 2016
The 20th studio release for the multiple Grammy-winning blues singer-songwriter was self-produced.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
6.5
George Fest: A Night to Celebrate the Music of George Harrison [Live]

George Fest: A Night to Celebrate the Music of George Harrison [Live]

by Various Artists
February 26, 2016
The live recording of the tribute concert at the Fonda Theater in Los Angeles on September 28, 2014 featured such artists as Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Cold War Kids, Spoon's Britt Daniel, Perry Farrell, the Flaming Lips, the Killers' Brandon Flowers, Ben Harper, Dhani Harrison, Norah Jones, Conan O'Brien, The Strokes' Nick Valensi, Heart's Ann Wilson, Brian Wilson and Weird Al Yankovic.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Going Down in History

Going Down in History

by Waco Brothers
February 26, 2016
The first studio release of original songs since 2005's Freedom And Weep from the Chicago alt-country band led by Jon Langford was produced by Mike Hagler.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Higher Power

Higher Power

by The Dirty Nil
February 26, 2016
This is the debut full-length release for the Canadian punk rock trio.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
This Unruly Mess I've Made

This Unruly Mess I've Made

by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
February 26, 2016
The second full-length release for the hip hop duo features guest appearances from such artists as Anderson .Paak, Leon Bridges, Chance The Rapper, DJ Premier, Idris Elba, KRS-One, Kool Moe Dee, and Ed Sheeran.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
6.2
Hills End

Hills End

by DMA's
February 26, 2016
The debut full-length release for the Australian indie rock trio was influenced by Brit-pop music.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.5
Loop the Loop

Loop the Loop

by Bullion
February 26, 2016
The debut full-length release for British producer Nathan Jenkins features contributions from such artists as Sarah Anderson of Chrome Hoof, Laura Groves, Nautic, Sampha, and Tom Skinner.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.2
At Hope's Ravine

At Hope's Ravine

by Holy Esque
February 26, 2016
The debut full-length release for the Scottish rock quartet was produced by Jon Schumann.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Anvil Is Anvil

Anvil Is Anvil

by Anvil
February 26, 2016
The 16th studio release for the Canadian metal band was produced by Martin Pfeiffer.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
God Don't Never Change: The Songs of Blind Willie Johnson

God Don't Never Change: The Songs of Blind Willie Johnson

by Various Artists
February 26, 2016
The tribute album to blues singer Blind Willie Johnson features such artists as the Blind Boys of Alabama, Rickie Lee Jones and the Cowboy Junkies, Maria McKee, Sinead O’Connor, Derek Trucks & Susan Tedeschi, Tom Waits, and Lucinda Williams.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
SVIIB

SVIIB

by School of Seven Bells
February 26, 2016
Alejandra Deheza and Benjamin Curtis were working on the Brooklyn band's fourth (and now final) album when Curtis died from lymphoma in December 2013.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.7
99 Cents

99 Cents

by Santigold
February 26, 2016
The electronic artist worked with Vampire Weekend's Rostam Batmanglij, John Hill, Hit Boy, and Dave Sitek on her third full-length release that features guest appearances from B.C. and Ilovemakonnen.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.4
LNZNDRF

LNZNDRF

by LNZNDRF
February 26, 2016
The debut release of a collaboration between Ben Lanz of Beirut and the National's Scott and Bryan Devendorf features music recorded in a Cincinnati church studio over three days.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Feels

Feels

by Feels
February 26, 2016
The debut full-length release for the Los Angeles band led by Laena Geronimo was produced by Ty Segall.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
The Gospel

The Gospel

by Ã…rabrot
February 26, 2016
The seventh full-length release for the Norwegian noise rock band includes contributions from Kvelertak’s Erlend Hjelvik, Andrew Liles, Stephen O’Malley, Karin Park, and Ted Parsons.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Meet the Humans

Meet the Humans

by Steve Mason
February 26, 2016
The third solo release for the former Beta Band frontman was recorded with producer Craig Potter.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.5
Värähtelijä

Värähtelijä

by Oranssi Pazuzu
February 26, 2016
This is the fourth full-length release for the Finnish black metal band.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
Side Pony

Side Pony

by Lake Street Dive
February 19, 2016
The fourth full-length studio release for the indie pop band from Boston was produced by Dave Cobb.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.0
Love Yes

Love Yes

by TEEN
February 19, 2016
The third full-length release for the Brooklyn-based band was produced by Daniel Schlett.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.5
Taking One For The Team

Taking One For The Team

by Simple Plan
February 19, 2016
The fifth full-length release for the Canadian pop-punk band features guest appearances from Nelly, R. City, and Juliet Simms.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
5.9
Neo

Neo

by So Pitted
February 19, 2016
The debut full-length release for the Seattle alternative rock trio was co-produced with Dylan Wall.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Basar

Basar

by Africaine 808
February 19, 2016
The debut full-length release for the electronic project from Berlin-based DJ Nomad and producer Dirk Leyers that features influences from West African music.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
The Heretic's Bargain

The Heretic's Bargain

by Rangda
February 19, 2016
This is the third full-length release for the psych supergroup formed by Sir Richard Bishop, Ben Chasny and Chris Corsano.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Victorious

Victorious

by Wolfmother
February 19, 2016
The fourth full-length release for the Australian hard rock band led by Andrew Stockdale was produced by Brendan O'Brien.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
6.4
Ultimate Care II

Ultimate Care II

by Matmos
February 19, 2016
The latest release created from sounds from a Whirlpool Ultimate Care II model washing machine by the experimental electronic duo was recorded in the basement of their home with contributions from Dan Deacon, Horse Lords' Max Eilbacher, Horse Lords' Sam Haberman, Needle Gun's Duncan Moore and Half Japanese's Jason Willett.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.6
Phase

Phase

by Jack Garratt
February 19, 2016
The debut full-length release for the 2016 Brits Critics' Choice award-winner was self-produced.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.5
Daze

Daze

by Brood Ma
February 19, 2016
The third full-length release for the London-based electronic producer is his first on the Tri Angle label.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Need Your Light

Need Your Light

by Ra Ra Riot
February 19, 2016
The fourth full-length release from the New York indie pop band was produced by Rostam Batmanglij.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.4
Principe del Norte

Principe del Norte

by Prins Thomas
February 19, 2016
The fourth solo release from the Norwegian artist/producer is a two-disc (or four LP) album of instrumentals influenced by 90's ambient music.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Banshee

Banshee

by The Cave Singers
February 19, 2016
The fifth full-length release for the Seattle indie folk band was self-produced by the trio.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
DJ-Kicks

DJ-Kicks

by Moodymann
February 19, 2016
The latest DJ-Kicks mix series features 11 exclusive edits from Detroit's Kenny Dixon, Jr. (aka Moodymann).
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.8
Here Be Monsters

Here Be Monsters

by Motorpsycho
February 19, 2016
Originally written for a concert celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Teknisk Museum (Norwegian Technical Museum), the Norwegian psychedelic band expanded and recorded it as its latest release.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.8
On Vacation

On Vacation

by CFCF
February 19, 2016
The latest release for Canadian electronic producer Michael Silver is the second album for International Feel's mini-album series.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Lola

Lola

by Carrie Rodriguez
February 19, 2016
Produced by Lee Townsend, the latest release from the Austin singer-songwriter features covers of Mexican classics and originals influenced by those songs.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Demain Est une Autre Nuit

Demain Est une Autre Nuit

by Essaie Pas
February 19, 2016
This is the second full-length release for the Montréal-based married duo of Marie Davidson and Pierre Guerineau.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
In My Mind

In My Mind

by BJ the Chicago Kid
February 19, 2016
The major label full-length debut release for R&B singer Bryan James Sledge features guest appearances from such artsts as Big K.R.I.T., Buddy, Chance the Rapper, and Kendrick Lamar.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.3
Traditional Synthesizer Music

Traditional Synthesizer Music

by Venetian Snares
February 19, 2016
The latest release for Canadian electronic artist Aaron Funk features modular synthesizers.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.7
Mowing

Mowing

by Michael Nau
February 19, 2016
The debut solo release for the Cotton Jones frontman features songs created from ideas and experiments while touring with his indie-folk band.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Old Adam

Old Adam

by Fay Hield
February 19, 2016
The third solo release for the British folk singer includes a song dating back to the 1600s as well as a Tom Waits cover.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Life of Pause

Life of Pause

by Wild Nothing
February 19, 2016
The third full-length release for the indie rock band led by Jack Tatum was recorded in Los Angeles and Stockholm.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.8
Seth Bogart

Seth Bogart

by Seth Bogart
February 19, 2016
The first solo release for the lead singer of Hunx & His Punx under his real name features guest appearances from Chela, Clementine Creevy, Tavi Gevinson, Kathleen Hanna, and Jeremiah Nadya.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Void Beats/Invocation Trex

Void Beats/Invocation Trex

by Cavern of Anti-Matter
February 19, 2016
The debut full-release for the trio that includes Stereolab's Tim Gane, Joe Dillworth, and synth maestro Holger Zapf, features guest appearances from Deerhunter's Bradford Cox, Spacemen 3's Sonic Boom, and Mouse on Mars' Jan St. Werner.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.0
Painting With

Painting With

by Animal Collective
February 19, 2016
Avey Tare, Geologist, and Panda Bear created shorter songs for the trio's 11th full-length release that features contributions from Colin Stetson and John Cale.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.5
Grasque

Grasque

by Choir of Young Believers
February 19, 2016
The fifth full-length release for the Danish project of Jannis Noya Makrigiannis features a variety of influences including Danish pop, hip-hop, R&B, and techno.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
tbd
The  Art of Hustle

The Art of Hustle

by Yo Gotti
February 19, 2016
The fifth full-length studio release features guest appearances from 2 Chainz, E-40, Future, Lil Wayne, K. Michelle, Nicki Minaj, Pusha T, and Timbaland.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
5.2
Yes, I'm a Witch Too

Yes, I'm a Witch Too

by Yoko Ono
February 19, 2016
The sequel to her 2007 remix album features collaborations with such artist as Peter Bjorn and John, Death Cab For Cutie, Sean Lennon, Moby, Penguin Prison, Portugal. The Man, Miike Snow, Sparks, and tUnE-yArDs.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
6.6
Livin' on a High Note

Livin' on a High Note

by Mavis Staples
February 19, 2016
Produced by M Ward, the latest release from the R&B/soul singer features songs written for her by such artists as Aloe Blacc, Benjamin Booker, Neko Case, Nick Cave, Ben Harper, tUnE-yArds, and Justin Vernon.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
6.7
Century Plaza

Century Plaza

by Dan Sartain
February 19, 2016
The latest release for the Alabama rock artist features songs inspired by the electro-pop music of the 1980s.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Marlon Williams

Marlon Williams

by Marlon Williams
February 19, 2016
The solo full-length debut for the New Zealand singer-songwriter was co-produced with Ben Edwards.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Rot Forever

Rot Forever

by Sioux Falls
February 19, 2016
The debut full-length release for the Portland, Oregon-based Montana indie rock band features 16 tracks.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Wise Ol' Man [EP]

Wise Ol' Man [EP]

by The Fall
February 19, 2016
The latest release from the Manchester post-punk band led by Mark E Smith is an EP featuring remixes of some songs from 2015's Sub-Lingual Tablet as well two new tracks.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
The Life Of Pablo

The Life Of Pablo

by Kanye West
February 13, 2016
After several album name changes (So Help Me God, SWISH, Waves, and T.L.O.P.), the seventh studio release for the rapper finally was set with guest appearances from Vic Mensa, Post Malone, Sia and Ty Dolla $ign.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.8
Synesthetica

Synesthetica

by Radiation City
February 12, 2016
The third full-length release for the Portland, Oregon-based indie rock band was produced by John Vanderslice.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.0
Everybody's Dying To Meet You

Everybody's Dying To Meet You

by Flowers
February 12, 2016
The second full-length release for the British indie pop trio was produced by Brian O'Shaughnessy.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Cardinal

Cardinal

by Pinegrove
February 12, 2016
The debut full-length release on the Run For Cover Label for the New Jersey indie rock band features two songs from its 2014 compilation, Everything So Far.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.2