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Close Cover Before Striking [EP]
by Luna
October 8, 2002
This seven-track EP recorded during the sessions for 'Romantica' includes covers of the Rolling Stones' "Waiting On A Friend" and Kraftwerk's "Neon Lights," as well as five new songs and videos for "Lovedust" and "1995."
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Live!
by Luna
February 6, 2001
Luna's first live recording compiles performances from New York's Knitting Factory and Washington D.C.'s 9:30 Club, including the band's final show with bassist Justin Harwood and one of its first with Harwood's replacement Britta Phillips. The disc includes songs from each of Luna's five studio albums, as well as one track ("4th of July") from frontman Dean Wareham's previous band, Galaxie 500.
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Romantica
by Luna
April 23, 2002
Luna's sixth studio album is their first on new label Jetset, and also their first (aside from Luna Live!) to feature Brita Phillips on bass (replacing Justin Harwood, and leaving Dean Wareham as the sole founding member remaining). The all-star production team of Gene Holder and Dave Fridmann were behind the boards for these 12 new tracks.
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A Sentimental Education
by Luna
September 22, 2017
The New York City indie rock band return after breaking up in 2005 with an album of covers that includes songs by such artist as David Bowie, The Cure, Bob Dylan, Fleetwood Mac, Mercury Rev, Rolling Stones, and YES.
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A Place of Greater Safety [EP]
by Luna
September 22, 2017
The six track instrumental EP was released the same day as the indie rock band's full-length covers album.
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Rendezvous
by Luna
October 26, 2004
Bryce Goggin (Phish, Pavement) produced this final album for Dean Wareham & co., who have since announced their intent to disband. It includes a new version of the song "Astronaut" from the 2003 EP 'Close Cover Before Striking.'
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CCCLX
by Lunice
September 8, 2017
The debut full-length release for the Montreal electronic producer features guest appearances from Syv De Blare, Denzel Curry, CJ Flemings, J.K. The Reaper, King Mez, Le1f, Mike Dean, Nell, Sophie, and Speng.
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Convivial
by Luomo
November 11, 2008
Sasu Ripatti's fourth album as Luomo features Johanna Iivanainen, Sascha Ring (aka Apparat), Robert Owens, Sue-C, Panorama Bar's Cassy, and Scissor Sisters' Jake Shears.
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Food & Liquor, Vol. 2: the Great American Rap Album, Pt. 1
by Lupe Fiasco
September 25, 2012
Lupe Fiasco's third album was self-produced and features guest appearances by Bilal, Casey Benjamin, Guy Sebastian, Jane $$$, Jason Evigan, and Poo Bear.
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Drill Music in Zion
by Lupe Fiasco
June 24, 2022
The latest full-length studio release for rapper Lupe Fiasco features guest appearances from Ayesha Jaco and Nayirah.
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Drogas Light
by Lupe Fiasco
February 10, 2017
The first of a planned trilogy of albums for the rapper features guest appearances from Big K.R.I.T., Gizzle, Victoria Monet, Rondo, Rick Ross, RXMN, Salim, Simon Sayz, Bianca Sings, Jake Torrey, and Ty Dolla $ign.
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Food & Liquor
by Lupe Fiasco
September 19, 2006
Championed by Jay-Z and Kanye West, the Chicago MC finally makes his full-length debut with this 16-track disc.
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Drogas Wave
by Lupe Fiasco
September 21, 2018
The seventh full-length studio release for the Chicago rapper features guest appearances from Bishop Edgar Jackson, Nikki Jean, Elena Pinderhughes, Simon Sayz, and Crystal Torres.
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Tetsuo & Youth
by Lupe Fiasco
January 20, 2015
The fifth studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from Ab-Soul and Nikki Jean.
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The Cool
by Lupe Fiasco
December 18, 2007
The sophomore album for the rapper from Chicago features artist such as Snoop Dogg, Pooh Bear and Unkle.
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Lasers
by Lupe Fiasco
March 8, 2011
The Chicago rapper returns with his third album of slick, electronic beats and rhythms, featuring appearances by Skylar Gray and Trey Songz.
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The Carnivorous Lunar Activities Of Lupine Howl
by Lupine Howl
August 21, 2001
Featuring former members of Spiritualized (who were fired by Jason Pierce before the recording sessions for 'Let It Come Down'), Lupine Howl offers up nine tracks on this debut album, including previously-released singles "Vaporizer" and "125."
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The Bar At The End Of The World
by Lupine Howl
February 4, 2003
This is the second LP for the band that was once Spiritualized--that is, before Jason Pierce fired them and hired a new Spiritualized.
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Magic Hour
by Luscious Jackson
November 5, 2013
The alternative rock trio returns with its Pledgemusic fan-funded release produced by Beastie Boy Adam Horovitz.
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Chorus [Box Set]
by Lush
December 11, 2015
The five-disc box set of the British alternative rock band features all three studio full-lengths as well as the compilations of its EPs, unreleased demos, radio session, remixes and rare tracks.
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Blind Spot [EP]
by Lush
April 15, 2016
The four-track EP is the first new release in nearly 20 years for the British alternative rock band was produced by Jim Abbiss and Ladytron's Daniel Hunt.
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Plateau Vision
by Lushlife
April 17, 2012
The latest release from the Philadelphia producer/rapper features guest appearances from Andrew Cedermark of Underwater Peoples, Cities Aviv, Heems of Das Racist, Shad, STS, and Styles P.
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Sensorimotor
by Lusine
March 3, 2017
The fourth full-length release for electronic producer Jeff McIlwain features guest appearances from his wife, Sarah McIlwain, as well as Vilja Larjosto and Benoît Pioulard.
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The Waiting Room
by Lusine
February 19, 2013
The third full-length release for the Seattle-based electronic producer Jeff Mcilwain as Lusine includes guest vocals from Janelle Kienow, his wife Sarah Mcilwain, and Caitlin Sherman.
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Perfect View
by Lust for Youth
June 11, 2013
This is the third full-length release for the electronic producer Hannes Norrvide.
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International
by Lust for Youth
June 10, 2014
Hannes Norrvide's project expands into a trio with the addition of Loke Rahbek and Malthe Fisher (who also produces the album) for its fourth full-length release.
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Compassion
by Lust for Youth
March 18, 2016
This is the fifth full-length release from the synth-pop trio led by Hannes Norrvide.
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Lust for Youth
by Lust for Youth
June 7, 2019
The latest release for the Scandinavian synth/electro-pop duo of Hannes Norrvide and Loke Rahbek was produced by Malthe Fischer.
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Growing Seeds
by Lust for Youth
November 13, 2012
This is the second full-length release for Hannes Norrvide as Lust For Youth.
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All Worlds
by Lust For Youth & Croatian Amor
March 7, 2025
The collaboration between Lust For Youth and Croatian Amor was inspired by the Golden Records on Voyager 1 and 2 that included images and audio from Earth.
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The World as Power
by Lustmord
July 23, 2013
The first release in five years for Brian Williams includes vocals from Tool's Maynard James Keenan, former Swans keyboardist Jarboe, Aina Skinnes Olsen, and Soriah.
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Return to Love
by LVL UP
September 23, 2016
The third full-length release for the New York alternative rock band was produced by Mike Ditrio.
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Darling of the Afterglow
by Lydia Ainsworth
March 31, 2017
The second full-length release for the Canadian electro-pop artist features a cover of Chris Isaak's Wicked Game.
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Daughter
by Lydia Loveless
September 25, 2020
The latest full-length release for the Ohio singer-songwriter was recorded in Chicago with producer Tom Schick.
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Indestructible Machine
by Lydia Loveless
September 13, 2011
The Columbus, Ohio, singer releases her debut album of country punk rock music.
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Nothing's Gonna Stand in My Way Again
by Lydia Loveless
September 22, 2023
The latest full-length release from Ohio singer-songwriter Lydia Loveless was influenced by a recent break-up.
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Somewhere Else
by Lydia Loveless
February 18, 2014
The Ohio country-rock singer is backed by Nick German, Ben Lamb, and Todd May on her third full-length release.
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Real
by Lydia Loveless
August 19, 2016
The fourth full-length release for the alt-country singer-songwriter was produced by Joe Viers.
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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.
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I Never Learn
by Lykke Li
May 6, 2014
The third full-length release for the Swedish singer-songwriter was produced with Björn Yttling and Greg Kurstin.
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The Afterparty
by Lykke Li
May 8, 2026
Lykke Li's sixth full-length release is said to be her final album under "this current artistic incarnation."
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EYEYE
by Lykke Li
May 20, 2022
The fifth full-length release for Swedish singer-songwriter Lykke Li was produced by Björn Yttling.
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Wounded Rhymes
by Lykke Li
March 1, 2011
Sweden's Lykke Li continues to disarm listeners with her distinctive voice on her second album, keeping in tune with her tough sensuality and pop whimsy.
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Youth Novels
by Lykke Li
August 19, 2008
The debut album for the Swedish singer was produced by Bjorn Yttling.
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Mirrors the Sky
by Lyla Foy
March 18, 2014
This is the full-length debut release for the London-based singer-songwriter.
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Natural Forces
by Lyle Lovett
October 20, 2009
The latest album for the country singer-songwriter was produced with Billy Williams.
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Release Me
by Lyle Lovett
February 28, 2012
Lyle Lovett's final album with Curb Records features guest appearances from k.d. lang, Kat Edmonson, and Sara and Sean Watkins.
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ABOMINATION
by Lynks
April 12, 2024
The debut full-length release for the masked London-based electronic artist Lynks was self-produced.
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Last of a Dyin' Breed
by Lynyrd Skynyrd
August 21, 2012
The 13th studio album for the Southern rock band is its first with new bass player Johnny Colt (formerly with the Black Crowes) and was produced by Bob Marlette.
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Hymnal
by Lyra Pramuk
June 13, 2025
The latest full-length release from Berlin-based Lyra Pramuk features lyrics by poet Nadia Marcus and improvisations by Sonar Quartett.
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Fountain
by Lyra Pramuk
March 20, 2020
The debut full-length release for the Berlin-based artist from Pennsylvania was self-produced.
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As U Were
by Lyrics Born
October 25, 2010
The latest album for the Bay area hip-hop artist features guest appearances by Lateet, Sam Sparro, Joyo Velarde, Trackademicks, Clyde Carson, The Gift, and Francis and the Lights.
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Everywhere At Once
by Lyrics Born
April 22, 2008
The San Francisco Bay Area native releases his third album, his first on Epitaph Records.
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Blood Moon
by M. Craft
June 17, 2016
The Australian singer-songwriter's first solo release in seven years was influenced by his time at Joshua Tree.
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Time Makes Nothing Happen
by M. Geddes Gengras
November 13, 2020
The 11-track release from M. Geddes Gengras was self-recorded between 2016-2020 in Los Angeles and Hudson, NY.
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Ishi
by M. Geddes Gengras
June 24, 2014
Thisi is the three-track [four, if including the 43-plus-minute bonus track "Vigil" on CD and digital versions] synth release for the electronic artist.
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Interior Architecture
by M. Geddes Gengras
July 29, 2016
The four-track double LP from the Los Angeles-based electronic artist was recorded over six years in a variety of locations around the world.
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Hold Time
by M. Ward
February 17, 2009
The singer-songwriter releases his latest solo album featuring guests such as The Decemberists' Rachel Blumberg, Lucinda Williams, DeVotchKa's Tom Hagerman, and Zooey Deschanel.
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Migration Stories
by M. Ward
April 3, 2020
The latest full-length solo release for the singer-songwriter was recorded in Montreal with Arcade Fire's Tim Kingsbury and Richard Reed Parry, and with production from Craig Silvey and Teddy Impakt.
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Post-War
by M. Ward
August 22, 2006
The singer-songwriter's fifth release finds him backed for the first time by a full band, which includes Rachel Blumberg (The Decemberists) and Jordan Hudson (The Thermals). Neko Case and My Morning Jacket's Jim James guest.
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Think of Spring
by M. Ward
December 11, 2020
The latest full-length solo release for the singer-songwriter is a Billie Holiday covers album.
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Transistor Radio
by M. Ward
February 22, 2005
The Portland, Ore. singer-songwriter's fourth album includes contributions from members of Rilo Kiley, My Morning Jacket, The Decemberists and Giant Sand.
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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.
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Supernatural Thing
by M. Ward
June 23, 2023
The latest full-length release from singer-songwriter M. Ward features guest appearances from Neko Case, First Aid Kit, Jim James, Gabriel Kahane, Scott McMicken, Kelly Pratt, and Shovels & Rope.
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A Wasteland Companion
by M. Ward
April 10, 2012
M. Ward returns with his solo album featuring such guests as Howe Gelb of Giant Sand, Toby Leaman of Dr. Dog, Tom Hagerman of Devotchka, Mike Mogis of Bright Eyes, Steve Shelley of Sonic Youth, and She & Him collaborator Zooey Deschanel.
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Transfiguration Of Vincent
by M. Ward
March 18, 2003
A former member of the San Luis Obispo, Calif. trio Rodriguez, singer-songwriter M. Ward gained a bit of a following while supporting Bright Eyes on tour in 2002, and has drawn comparisons to Giant Sand, Tom Waits, and Grandaddy. This is his third solo release.
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Piteous Gate
by M.E.S.H.
July 31, 2015
This is the debut full-length release for Berlin-based electronic producer James Whipple.
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Hesaitix
by M.E.S.H.
November 10, 2017
This is the second full-length release for Berlin-based electronic DJ/producer James Whipple.
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Kala
by M.I.A.
August 21, 2007
The UK rapper returns with her second album, which was recorded in several countries.
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Arular
by M.I.A.
March 22, 2005
This short but wildly eclectic debut album from Maya Arulpragasam, a Sri Lankan-born, London-based artist and daughter of a Tamil Tiger revolutionary, is preceded by enormous buzz in both the U.K. and the U.S.
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Vicki Leekx
by M.I.A.
December 31, 2010
The 19-track mixtape which features new versions of several tracks from MAYA as well as new tracks, was released as a download.
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AIM
by M.I.A.
September 9, 2016
The fifth full-length studio release for the London artist features contributions from such artists as Blaqstarr, Diplo, and Zayn.
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Matangi
by M.I.A.
November 5, 2013
The fourth full-length studio release for the British singer/rapper features a guest appearance from The Weekend as well as production from Danja, Doc McKinney, Hit-Boy, Illangelo, The Partysquad, and Switch.
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MAYA
by M.I.A.
July 13, 2010
The Sri Lankan-born, UK-based rapper releases her third album of eclectic, bold beats featuring production by Blaqstarr, Switch, and Diplo.
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Sincere
by M.J. Cole
April 17, 2001
This debut album from two-step pioneer MJ Cole was nominated for the Mercury Prize in the UK (but lost out to Badly Drawn Boy).
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Before The Dawn Heals Us
by M83
January 25, 2005
The French electronica outfit (now down to a single member, Anthony Gonzalez) return with a follow-up to their much-loved 2003 breakthrough, 'Dead Cities, Red Seas & Lost Ghosts.'
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Junk
by M83
April 8, 2016
The first new studio release in over five years for the French electronic-pop band led by Anthony Gonzalez features guest appearances from beck, Mai Lan, Jordan Lawlor, and Susanne Sundfør.
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Hurry Up, We're Dreaming
by M83
October 18, 2011
Anthony Gonzalez's two-disc album produced by Justin Meldal-Johnsen features contributions from Medicine's Brad Laner, Morgan Kibby, and Zola Jesus.
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Fantasy
by M83
March 17, 2023
The first full-length studio release in seven years from French electronic band M83 was produced by Justin Meldal-Johnsen.
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Saturdays=Youth
by M83
April 15, 2008
The fifth album for the French electronic group led by Anthony Gonzalez was produced with Ken Thomas and Ewan Pearson.
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DSVII
by M83
September 20, 2019
The eighth full-length studio release for the French electronic project of Anthony Gonzalez is a sequel to 2007's Digital Shades Vol. 1 and was inspired by 1980s sci-fi and fantasy movies as well as video game soundtracks.
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Oblivion [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack]
by M83
April 9, 2013
M83 worked with composer Joseph Trapaneseto to create a soundtrack to Joseph Kosinski's sci-fi film, Oblivion.
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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.
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Sentir Que No Sabes
by Mabe Fratti
June 28, 2024
The latest full-length solo release from Mexico City-based experimental cellist Mabe Fratti was produced by Héctor Tosta.
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High Expectations
by Mabel
August 2, 2019
The debut full-length studio release for the daughter of Neneh Cherry includes production from MNEK, Steve Mac, and Fraser T Smith.
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About Last Night...
by Mabel
July 15, 2022
The second full-length release for British-Swedish pop artist Mabel features guest appearances from 24kGoldn, Galantis, Jax Jones, and Lil Tecca as well as production from Ilya, SG Lewis, MNEK, StarGate, and Steve Mac.
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Guitar
by Mac DeMarco
August 22, 2025
The latest full-length release for the Los Angeles-based Canadian singer-songwriter Mac DeMarco was self-produced.
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Five Easy Hot Dogs
by Mac DeMarco
January 20, 2023
The second instrumental release for Mac DeMarco was created while he was on a cross-country road trip in 2022.
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This Old Dog
by Mac DeMarco
May 5, 2017
The third full-length release for the Canadian singer-songwriter was written after he moved from New York to Los Angeles.
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Salad Days
by Mac DeMarco
April 1, 2014
This is the second full-length solo release for the Canadian singer-songwriter.
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Rock and Roll Night Club
by Mac DeMarco
March 27, 2012
This is the debut solo album from the Canadian singer-songwriter Mac DeMarco.
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Here Comes the Cowboy
by Mac DeMarco
May 10, 2019
The fourth full-length release for the Los Angeles-based Canadian singer-songwriter was co-mixed with Joe Santarpia.
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2
by Mac DeMarco
October 16, 2012
This is the debut full-length release for the former member of Canadian indie pop band, Makeout Videotape.
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Another One
by Mac DeMarco
August 7, 2015
The eight-track mini-album was self-recorded by the Canadian singer-songwriter.
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Non-Believers
by Mac McCaughan
May 5, 2015
The debut full-length solo release for the Superchunk frontman under his own name features influences from 1980s music.
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The Sound of Yourself
by Mac McCaughan
September 24, 2021
The second full-length solo release for the Superchunk frontman features contributions from such artists as the Mountain Goats' Matt Douglas, Mary Lattimore, TORRES, Superchunk drummer Jon Wurster and Yo La Tengo.
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Balloonerism
by Mac Miller
January 17, 2025
The second posthumous album from rapper Mac Miller was recorded between 2013 and 2014 and features guest appearances by Delusional Thomas and SZA.
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Watching Movies with the Sound Off
by Mac Miller
June 18, 2013
The second release for the Pittsburgh rapper includes guest appearances from Ab-Soul, Action Bronson, Jay Electronica, Schoolboy Q, Earl Sweatshirt as well as production from Flying Lotus and Pharrell Williams.
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GO:OD AM
by Mac Miller
September 18, 2015
The third full-length studio release for the Pittsburgh rapper features guest appearances from Ab-Soul, Chief Keef, Lil B, Miguel and Little Dragon.
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The Divine Feminine
by Mac Miller
September 16, 2016
The fourth full-length release for the Pittsburgh rapper feature gusset appearances from Bilal, CeeLo Green, Ariana Grande, Kendrick Lamar, Njomza, Anderson .Paak, and Ty Dolla $ign.
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