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Owls, Omens, And Oracles

Owls, Omens, And Oracles

by Valerie June
April 11, 2025
The latest full-length release from Tennessee singer-songwriter Valerie June was produced by M. Ward and features a guest appearance by The Blind Boys Of Alabama.
Metascore:
87
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Pushin' Against a Stone

Pushin' Against a Stone

by Valerie June
August 13, 2013
The fourth full-length release for the Tennessean country singer was produced by Kevin Agunas and Dan Auerbach.
Metascore:
81
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8.3
The Moon and Stars: Prescriptions for Dreamers

The Moon and Stars: Prescriptions for Dreamers

by Valerie June
March 12, 2021
The latest full-length release for the Memphis singer-songwriter features a guest appearance from Carla Thomas and was produced with Jack Splash.
Metascore:
85
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8.0
Nature

Nature

by Valet
May 26, 2015
The third full-length release for the indie band led by Honey Owens is its first in seven years.
Metascore:
78
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Our Own Masters

Our Own Masters

by Valient Thorr
June 18, 2013
The sixth release for the North Carolina hard rock band was produced by Kyle Spence of the experimental rock band, Harvey Milk.
Metascore:
78
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Only God Was Above Us

Only God Was Above Us

by Vampire Weekend
April 5, 2024
The fifth full-length studio release for the indie rock trio Vampire Weekend was co-produced with Ariel Rechtshaid.
Metascore:
88
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Modern Vampires of the City

Modern Vampires of the City

by Vampire Weekend
May 14, 2013
Co-produced by Ariel Rechtshaid and band member Rostam Batmanglij, the third full-length release from the indie rock quartet was inspired by New York City.
Metascore:
84
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8.8
Father of the Bride

Father of the Bride

by Vampire Weekend
May 3, 2019
After a six-year break and the departure of Rostam Batmanglij, the New York indie-rock band is finally back with a fourth studio album, produced by Ariel Rechtshaid and frontman Ezra Koenig. Guests include Dave Longstreth (Dirty Projectors), Steve Lacy (The Internet), Danielle Haim, and Jenny Lewis.
Metascore:
82
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7.6
Contra

Contra

by Vampire Weekend
January 12, 2010
The second album for the rock band was produced by band member, Rostam Batmanglij.
Metascore:
81
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6.9
Vampire Weekend

Vampire Weekend

by Vampire Weekend
January 29, 2008
This is the debut album for the quartet of Columbia University alumni.
Metascore:
82
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8.6
Do Not Disturb

Do Not Disturb

by Van der Graaf Generator
September 30, 2016
The 13th full-length release for the British prog rock band that features Peter Hammill, Hugh Banton and Guy Evans.
Metascore:
78
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Songs Cycled

Songs Cycled

by Van Dyke Parks
July 23, 2013
This is the first solo studio release in 24 years for the pop singer-songwriter, who first gained fame for his work on Brian Wilson's SMiLE album.
Metascore:
76
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A  Different Kind of Truth

A Different Kind of Truth

by Van Halen
February 7, 2012
The first album from Van Halen in 14 years sees the band reunited with David Lee Roth.
Metascore:
73
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7.6
What Were You Hoping For?

What Were You Hoping For?

by Van Hunt
September 27, 2011
The singer-songwriter and producer releases his first studio album since his 2008 album Popular was shelved by Blue Note.
Metascore:
90
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8.2
The Fun Rises, the Fun Sets

The Fun Rises, the Fun Sets

by Van Hunt
May 4, 2015
The fifth solo release for the Grammy Award-winning R&B singer-songwriter is his first album in four years.
Metascore:
79
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You're Driving Me Crazy

You're Driving Me Crazy

by Van Morrison
April 27, 2018
The debut release for the collaboration between Van Morrison and Joey DeFrancesco was recorded in two days with covers of some of Morrison's songs as well as jazz and blues standards.
Metascore:
75
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Accentuate the Positive

Accentuate the Positive

by Van Morrison
November 3, 2023
The latest full-length release from Van Morrison features covers of some of his favorite rock'n'roll songs with contributions from such artists as the late Jeff Beck, Chris Farlowe, and Taj Mahal.
Metascore:
72
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Moving On Skiffle

Moving On Skiffle

by Van Morrison
March 10, 2023
Van Morrison latest full-length studio release features skiffle-influenced covers of 23 blues, country, folk, gospel, and jazz songs.
Metascore:
74
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Versatile

Versatile

by Van Morrison
December 1, 2017
The 38th full-length studio release for the Belfast-born singer-songwriter features jazz and vocal standards as well as three new songs.
Metascore:
68
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5.4
Pay The Devil

Pay The Devil

by Van Morrison
March 7, 2006
The singer-songwriter takes a stab at country music with this collection of a dozen covers and three originals.
Metascore:
75
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6.8
Astral Weeks Live At The Hollywood Bowl

Astral Weeks Live At The Hollywood Bowl

by Van Morrison
February 24, 2009
The live album features Van Morrison performing songs from his 1968 album, Astral Weeks, on November 7 and 8, 2008, at the Hollywood Bowl.
Metascore:
77
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8.7
Keep It Simple

Keep It Simple

by Van Morrison
April 1, 2008
The latest release for the Northern Irish singer is his first album with all original songs since 1999's Back on Top.
Metascore:
69
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8.5
New Arrangements and Duets

New Arrangements and Duets

by Van Morrison
September 27, 2024
The latest full-length release from Van Morrison features unreleased material that includes guest appearances by Kurt Elling, Willie Nelson, Curtis Stigers, and Joss Stone.
Metascore:
74
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Latest Record Project, Vol. 1

Latest Record Project, Vol. 1

by Van Morrison
May 7, 2021
The 28-track release from Northern Irish singer-songwriter features songs about such topics as social media and the COVID-19 lockdown.
Metascore:
52
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3.1
Moondance [Deluxe Edition]

Moondance [Deluxe Edition]

by Van Morrison
October 22, 2013
The remastered deluxe edition of Van Morrison's 1970 album includes 50 outtakes and an unreleased song, "I Shall Sing."
Metascore:
89
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8.4
Somebody Tried To Sell Me A Bridge

Somebody Tried To Sell Me A Bridge

by Van Morrison
January 23, 2026
The latest full-length release from Van Morrison was recorded in Northern California and features guest appearances by John Allair, Elvin Bishop, Buddy Guy, and Taj Mahal
Metascore:
69
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Remembering Now

Remembering Now

by Van Morrison
June 13, 2025
After several cover album releases, Van Morrison returns with original music including "Down To Joy", which first appeared in the Kenneth Branagh's film "Belfast."
Metascore:
79
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Duets: Re-Working the Catalogue

Duets: Re-Working the Catalogue

by Van Morrison
March 23, 2015
Produced with Don Was and Bob Rock, the album from the Hall of Fame artist features new arrangements of some of his less well known songs as duets with George Benson, Michael Bublé, Natalie Cole, Chris Farlowe, Georgie Fame, Mick Hucknall, Mark Knopfler, Taj Mahal, daughter Shania Morrison, Gregory Porter, P.J. Proby, Mavis Staples, Joss Stone, Clare Teal, Steve Winwood, and Bobby Womack.
Metascore:
65
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Keep Me Singing

Keep Me Singing

by Van Morrison
September 30, 2016
The 36th full-length release for the Hall of Fame singer-songwriter from Belfast was self-produced.
Metascore:
74
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8.5
The Prophet Speaks

The Prophet Speaks

by Van Morrison
December 7, 2018
The latest 40th full-length release for the singer-songwriter features six new original songs as well as eight covers of classics jazz and R&B songs.
Metascore:
73
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Three Chords and the Truth

Three Chords and the Truth

by Van Morrison
October 25, 2019
The 41st full-length studio release for the singer-songwriter features contributions from Jay Berliner and The Righteous Brothers' Bill Medley.
Metascore:
80
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5.0
Magic Time

Magic Time

by Van Morrison
May 17, 2005
The veteran singer-songwriter is still going strong nearly 40 years after launching his recording career.
Metascore:
74
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8.3
Roll with the Punches

Roll with the Punches

by Van Morrison
September 22, 2017
The latest release for the Belfast-born singer-songwriter features five originals and 10 covers with contributions from Jeff Beck, Georgie Fame, Chris Farlowe, Paul Jones, and Jason Rebello.
Metascore:
69
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8.0
Born to Sing: No Plan B

Born to Sing: No Plan B

by Van Morrison
October 2, 2012
The 35th album for the Northern Irish singer-songwriter sees him returning to the Blue Note label, after several releases with Exile/Polydor and EMI.
Metascore:
72
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Idea of Happiness

Idea of Happiness

by Van She
May 8, 2012
The second album for the Australian electro pop band includes tropical music elements.
Metascore:
65
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Siberia

Siberia

by Vanbot
April 7, 2017
The third full-length release for the Swedish artist Ester Ideskog was written and recorded on the Trans-Siberian Railway with Johannes Berglund and Petter Winnberg.
Metascore:
67
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Harmonium

Harmonium

by Vanessa Carlton
November 9, 2004
The singer's second effort finds her teamed with Third Eye Blind leader (and current beau) Stephan Jenkins.
Metascore:
54
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7.9
Rabbits on the Run

Rabbits on the Run

by Vanessa Carlton
July 26, 2011
The piano-playing pop songstress releases her first record with Razor & Tie.
Metascore:
72
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8.5
Heroes & Thieves

Heroes & Thieves

by Vanessa Carlton
October 9, 2007
Vanessa Carlton's third album is her first on The Inc. label.
Metascore:
79
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7.9
Liberman

Liberman

by Vanessa Carlton
October 23, 2015
The fifth full-length release for the singer-songwriter was produced by Steve Osborne.
Metascore:
77
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8.6
Identified

Identified

by Vanessa Hudgens
July 1, 2008
The star of "High School Musical" releases her latest album, produced in part by JR Rotem, Dr. Luke, Tim James, and Antonina Armato.
Metascore:
63
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8.1
Surveillance

Surveillance

by Vanishing Life
November 11, 2016
The debut full-length release for the punk supergroup that includes Walter Schreifels, Zach Blair, Jamie Miller, and Autry Fulbright was produced by Davey Warsop.
Metascore:
70
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Afternoon X

Afternoon X

by Vanishing Twin
October 13, 2023
The fourth full-length release from London-based trio Vanishing Twin was mixed by the band and Marta Salogni.
Metascore:
81
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Ookii Gekkou

Ookii Gekkou

by Vanishing Twin
October 15, 2021
This is the latest full-length release for the London-based quartet of Cathy Lucas, Valentina Magaletti, Susumu Mukai, and Phil MFU.
Metascore:
82
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The Age of Immunology

The Age of Immunology

by Vanishing Twin
June 7, 2019
This is the second full-length release for the London-based experimental psychedelic pop project led by Cathy Lucas.
Metascore:
84
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Dumb Blood

Dumb Blood

by Vant
February 17, 2017
The debut full-length release for the British alternative rock band led by Mattie Vant was produced by Sam Miller.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.0
No One Dances Quite Like My Brothers

No One Dances Quite Like My Brothers

by VÃ¥r
May 14, 2013
The debut full-length release for Ice Age's Elias Bender Rønnefelt's side project with Loke Rahbek of Sexdrome, Kristian Emdal of Lower, and Lukas Højland of Redflesh was recorded in New York.
Metascore:
74
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The Endless Coloured Ways: The Songs of Nick Drake

The Endless Coloured Ways: The Songs of Nick Drake

by Various Artists
July 7, 2023
Aurora, Bombay Bicycle Club, Feist, Fontaines DC, John Grant, David Gray, Aldous Harding, Ben Harper, Let's Eat Grandma, Gia Margaret, Meshell Ndegeocello, John Parish, Liz Phair, Emeli Sandé, Philip Selway, Skullcrusher, The Staves, and Stick in the Wheel are some of the 30 artists who contribute to the tribute album to English folk singer Nick Drake.
Metascore:
72
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Red, Hot + Fela

Red, Hot + Fela

by Various Artists
October 8, 2013
The second volume of Fela Kuti cover songs for the Red Hot Organization featuring African artists as Baloji, Angelique Kidjo, Kuku, Akua Naru as well as Western artists including Brittany Howard of Alabama Shakes, Merrill Garbus of tUnE-yArDs, Jim James, and My Morning Jacket.
Metascore:
75
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Looking into You: A Tribute to Jackson Browne

Looking into You: A Tribute to Jackson Browne

by Various Artists
April 1, 2014
The tribute album to singer-songwriter Jackson Browne features such artists as Shawn Colvin, Ben Harper, Don Henley, Bruce Hornsby, Indigo Girls, Keb' Mo, Lyle Lovett, Bonnie Raitt, J. D. Souther, Bruce Springsteen & wife Patti Scialfa, Sean & Sara Watkins, and Lucinda Williams.
Metascore:
67
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Maybach Music Group Presents: Self Made, Vol. 2

Maybach Music Group Presents: Self Made, Vol. 2

by Various Artists
June 26, 2012
The second volume of the rap release from the Maybach Music Group features tracks with Rick Ross, Wale, Meek Mill, T.I., Nas, Stalley, Omarion, Wiz Khalifa, and T-Pain.
Metascore:
70
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6.7
Lazarus [Original Cast Recording]

Lazarus [Original Cast Recording]

by Various Artists
October 21, 2016
The cast recording for the musical inspired by The Man Who Fell to Earth features music by David Bowie and includes three new songs he wrote and recorded before his death.
Metascore:
76
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Essiebons Special 1973 - 1984/Ghana Music Power House

Essiebons Special 1973 - 1984/Ghana Music Power House

by Various Artists
December 3, 2021
The 14-track compilation features songs released between 1973 and 1984 from the Essiebons label.
Metascore:
81
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Country Funk: 1969-1975

Country Funk: 1969-1975

by Various Artists
July 24, 2012
The 16-track collection of country funk from 1969-1975 includes songs from such artists as Bobby Charles, Bobby Darin, Mac Davis, Dennis the Fox, Bobbie Gentry, Dale Hawkins, and Larry Jon Wilson.
Metascore:
79
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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
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Punk Goes Pop, Vol. 6

Punk Goes Pop, Vol. 6

by Various Artists
November 17, 2014
The sixth volume of the collection of pop songs by such artists as Beyonce, Ariana Grande, Lorde, Paramore, and Taylor Swift are reinvented into punk by such artists as August Burns Red, Tyler Carter, Crown the Empire, Luke Holland, Palisades, Set It Off, Upon a Burning Body, We Came as Romans, and Youth In Revolt.
Metascore:
51
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All The Young Droids: Junkshop Synth Pop 1978-1985

All The Young Droids: Junkshop Synth Pop 1978-1985

by Various Artists
July 11, 2025
Philip King collects 24 rare tracks of indie and overlooked artists who took advantage of affordable analog synthesizers and new recording methods in the two-disc compilation.
Metascore:
84
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Even the Forest Hums: Ukrainian Sonic Archives 1971-1996

Even the Forest Hums: Ukrainian Sonic Archives 1971-1996

by Various Artists
October 18, 2024
The 18-track compilation of Ukrainian music made before, during and after the collapse of the Soviet Union was curated over five years by Light in the Attic Records' Matt Sullivan, producers David Mas, Mark "Frosty" McNeill, and Ukrainian label Shukai Records.
Metascore:
83
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Woodstock: Back to the Garden (50th Anniversary Experience) [Box Set]

Woodstock: Back to the Garden (50th Anniversary Experience) [Box Set]

by Various Artists
June 28, 2019
The most complete recording of the three-day 1969 music festival is available as a limited 38-disc box set (missing only two Jimi Hendrix tracks and several Sha Na Na songs not recorded), a 10-disc collections that includes at least one track from every performer and a 3-disc collection, all released on the same day.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
7.0
1977: The Year Punk Broke

1977: The Year Punk Broke

by Various Artists
July 5, 2019
The three-disc compilation of punk singles released in 1977 by such artists as The Damned, The Jam, Motörhead, Graham Parker, The Strangers, and Wreckless Eric as well as lesser known names.
Metascore:
82
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Tropicalia: A Brazilian Revolution In Sound

Tropicalia: A Brazilian Revolution In Sound

by Various Artists
February 13, 2006
This 19-song compiliation from the esteemed Soul Jazz label includes tracks by Os Mutantes, Tom Ze and Caetano Veloso.
Metascore:
93
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8.3
The Twilight Saga: New Moon [OST]

The Twilight Saga: New Moon [OST]

by Various Artists
October 16, 2009
The soundtrack to the second movie of the teen vampire book series features a remixed song from Muse's current album "The Resistance" and new songs from Death Cab For Cutie, The Killers, Bon Iver, St. Vincent, Thom Yorke, Lykke Li, Anya Marina, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Hurricane Bells, Sea Wolf, OK Go, Editors, and Grizzly Bear featuring Beach House's Victoria Legrand.
Metascore:
70
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5.4
Kampire Presents: A Dancefloor in Ndola

Kampire Presents: A Dancefloor in Ndola

by Various Artists
August 2, 2024
The compilation of African dance music spanning from the 1970s to the 1990s was curated by DJ Kampire.
Metascore:
85
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Down in Jamaica: 40 Years of VP Records [Box Set]

Down in Jamaica: 40 Years of VP Records [Box Set]

by Various Artists
October 25, 2019
The 94-track compilation box set features reggae songs selected by VP Records' Carter Van Pelt.
Metascore:
90
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Devil Rides In: Spellbinding Satanic Magick & the Rockult 1967-1974

Devil Rides In: Spellbinding Satanic Magick & the Rockult 1967-1974

by Various Artists
August 2, 2024
Dark magic, satanism and the occult are some of the themes on this three-disc compilation curated by Martin "Cally" Callomon.
Metascore:
80
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Star Wars Headspace

Star Wars Headspace

by Various Artists
March 18, 2016
Executive produce by Rick Rubin, artists such as Baauer, Bonobo, Flying Lotus, Galantis, Kaskade, Royksopp and Rustie include sounds and/or dialogue from the Star Wars films on 15 tracks for this electronic compilation.
Metascore:
48
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5.0
Pop Ambient 2014

Pop Ambient 2014

by Various Artists
February 4, 2014
The 14th compilation of ambient music includes contributions from The Field, Ulf Lohmann, and Wolfgang Voigt (aka Gas).
Metascore:
74
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Remembering Mountains: Unheard Songs By Karen Dalton

Remembering Mountains: Unheard Songs By Karen Dalton

by Various Artists
May 26, 2015
Isobel Campbell, Diane Cluck, Sharon Van Etten, Josephine Foster, Patty Griffin, Larkin Grimm, Laurel Halo, Julia Holter, Marissa Nadler, Tara Jane O'Neil, and Lucinda Williams give voice to lyrics and poems written by folk singer-songwriter Karen Dalton.
Metascore:
87
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7.2
Mercyland: Hymns for the Rest of Us

Mercyland: Hymns for the Rest of Us

by Various Artists
April 24, 2012
Phil Madeira wrote 10 original songs that focus on religious faith and artists such as The Civil Wars, Buddy Miller, The Carolina Chocolate Drops, The North Mississippi Allstars, Emmylou Harris, and John Scofield contributed vocals on this release.
Metascore:
64
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Imaginational Anthem Vol. XIV : Ireland

Imaginational Anthem Vol. XIV : Ireland

by Various Artists
October 24, 2025
The latest compilation in this series for Tompkins Square features Irish solo acoustic guitar artists curated by Cian Nugent.
Metascore:
84
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Woodstock--40 Years On: Back To Yasgur's Farm

Woodstock--40 Years On: Back To Yasgur's Farm

by Various Artists
August 11, 2009
The six-disc set contains the most complete recording of the musicians who performed at Woodstock in August of 1969.
Metascore:
76
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5.5
Masterpiece Created by Carl Craig

Masterpiece Created by Carl Craig

by Various Artists
June 17, 2013
The techno producer curated this three disc set for the Ministry Of Sound's Masterpiece series .
Metascore:
76
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Tokyo Glow

Tokyo Glow

by Various Artists
December 10, 2021
The compilation of 1980s Japanese city pop songs from the Nippon Columbia catalog features 18 tracks selected by DJ Notoya.
Metascore:
72
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Purple Snow: Forecasting the Minneapolis Sound

Purple Snow: Forecasting the Minneapolis Sound

by Various Artists
December 3, 2013
Prince is only a supporting player on three songs on the two-disc compilation of songs from Minneapolis artists from the 1970s-80s including The Lewis Connection, Haze, Ronnie Robbins, the Stylle Band, Alexander O'Neal, and Music, Love & Funk.
Metascore:
83
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7.0
Congotronics 2: Buzz'N'Rumble From The Urb'N'Jungle

Congotronics 2: Buzz'N'Rumble From The Urb'N'Jungle

by Various Artists
February 21, 2006
Following on the heels of one of 2005's best-reviewed world music discs is this second installment in the Congotronics series of electronica-esque African music, this time featuring the work of Konono No. 1 plus six additional (but similar) artists from Kinshasa.
Metascore:
81
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Joy of Living: A Tribute to Ewan Maccoll

Joy of Living: A Tribute to Ewan Maccoll

by Various Artists
October 30, 2015
The two-disc tribute to the British folk artist features such artists as Paul Brady, Bombay Bicycle Club, Billy Bragg, Paul Buchanan of the Blue Nile, Eliza Carthy, Martin Carthy, Jarvis Cocker of Pulp, Steve Earle, David Gray, Dick Gaughan, The Unthanks, Norma Waterson and Rufus & Martha Wainwright.
Metascore:
86
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Still in a Dream: A Story of Shoegaze

Still in a Dream: A Story of Shoegaze

by Various Artists
January 29, 2016
The five-disc collection of shoegaze tracks released between 1988 and 1995.
Metascore:
81
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Monsieur Gainsbourg Revisited

Monsieur Gainsbourg Revisited

by Various Artists
August 1, 2006
Fourteen tracks by the late French songwriter Serge Gainsbourg are covered (in English) by the likes of Franz Ferdinand, Portishead, Placebo, Tricky, Jarvis Cocker and Cat Power.
Metascore:
62
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All the Young Droogs: 60 Juvenile Delinquent Wrecks, Rock'N'Glam (And a Flavour of Bubblegum) from the 70's

All the Young Droogs: 60 Juvenile Delinquent Wrecks, Rock'N'Glam (And a Flavour of Bubblegum) from the 70's

by Various Artists
January 25, 2019
The 60-track box set compiled by Phil King features "junk shop glam" songs from bands from such countries as Australia, Ireland, Iceland, Netherlands, New Zeasland, Sweden, the UK, and the US.
Metascore:
81
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Art of McCartney

Art of McCartney

by Various Artists
November 18, 2014
The two-disc tribute album to Paul McCartney songs features such artists as Harry Connick, Jr., Alice Cooper, Roger Daltrey, Def Leppard, Dr. John, Bob Dylan, Barry Gibb, Heart, Billy Joel, Kiss, Jeff Lynne, Steve Miller, Willie Nelson, Corinne Bailey Rae, Smokey Robinson, and Brian Wilson.
Metascore:
65
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C88 [Box Set]

C88 [Box Set]

by Various Artists
July 7, 2017
The third box set from Cherry Red of British indie pop bands features both familiar names such as The Stone Roses, The Mock Turtles and The Poppyheads as well as relatively unknown bands in the three-disc compilation.
Metascore:
84
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If You're Going to the City: A Tribute to Mose Allison for Sweet Relief

If You're Going to the City: A Tribute to Mose Allison for Sweet Relief

by Various Artists
November 29, 2019
The tribute to the late jazz/blues artist features 15 covers that include his daughter Amy, Dave Alvin & Phil Alvin, Anything Mose!, Jackson Browne, Peter Case, Elvis Costello, Robbie Fulks, Ben Harper, Chrissie Hynde, Iggy Pop, Charlie Musselwhite, Bonnie Raitt, Taj Mahal, Richard Thompson, The Tippo All Stars, and Loudon Wainwright III.
Metascore:
80
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Bills & Aches & Blues

Bills & Aches & Blues

by Various Artists
April 2, 2021
The compilation features Becky & The Birds, Big Thief, Bing and Ruth, The Breeders, Bradford Cox, Dry Cleaning, Efterklang, Ex:Re, Future Islands, Aldous Harding, Helado Negro, Jenny Hval, Tkay Maidza, SOHN, Maria Somerville, Spencer., Tune-Yards, and U.S. Girls covering songs from Air Miami, Birthday Party, Blonde Redhead,Bon Iver, Tim Buckley, Colourbox, Deerhunter, Grimes, His Name Is Alive, Lush, Piano Magic, and the Pixies.
Metascore:
74
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Nigeria 70: No Wahala (Highlife, Afro-Funk & Juju 1973-1987)

Nigeria 70: No Wahala (Highlife, Afro-Funk & Juju 1973-1987)

by Various Artists
March 29, 2019
The first installment in Strut's "Nigeria 70" series of compilations in eight years features a dozen Nigerian tracks from the 1970s and '80s, curated by collector Duncan Brooker.
Metascore:
82
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Jambú E Os Míticos Sons da Amazônia

Jambú E Os Míticos Sons da Amazônia

by Various Artists
June 21, 2019
The 19-track collection of 1970s music from the Northern Brazilian city of Belem was curated by Samy Ben Redjeb and Carlo Xavier.
Metascore:
82
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Rework: Philip Glass Remixed

Rework: Philip Glass Remixed

by Various Artists
October 23, 2012
Beck and Philip Glass worked together on this collection of remixes of the composers songs by such artists as Tyondai Braxton, Peter Broderick, Cornelius, Dan Deacon, Johan Johannsson, Memory Tapes, Pantha du Prince, and Amon Tobin.
Metascore:
69
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While No One Was Looking: Toasting 20 Years of Bloodshot Records

While No One Was Looking: Toasting 20 Years of Bloodshot Records

by Various Artists
November 18, 2014
Andrew Bird, Blitzen Trapper, Chuck Prophet, The Handsome Family, Hiss Golden Messenger, Tim Kasher, Ben Kweller, Chuck Ragan, Superchunk, Frank Turner, and Two Gallants are some of the 38 artists on the two disc release that celebrates 20 years of the Chicago independent record label.
Metascore:
84
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Johnny Boy Would Love This: A Tribute to John Martyn

Johnny Boy Would Love This: A Tribute to John Martyn

by Various Artists
August 16, 2011
The 30-track tribute album to John Martyn was produced by Jim Tullio and features such artists as Beck, Ted Barnes, Phil Collins, David Gray, Morcheeba's Skye Edwards, Beth Orton, The Cure's Robert Smith, Snow Patrol, The Swell Season, and Cheryl Wilson.
Metascore:
70
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Look Again to the Wind: Johnny Cash's Bitter Tears Revisited

Look Again to the Wind: Johnny Cash's Bitter Tears Revisited

by Various Artists
August 19, 2014
Produced by Joe Henry, this tribute to Johnny Cash's 1964 album Bitter Tears features such artist as Nancy Blake, Steve Earle, Rhiannon Giddens from the Carolina Chocolate Drops, Emmylou Harris, Kris Kristofferson, Bill Miller, and Gillian Welch.
Metascore:
71
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Action Time Vision: A Story of Independent U.K. Punk 1976-1979 [Box Set]

Action Time Vision: A Story of Independent U.K. Punk 1976-1979 [Box Set]

by Various Artists
December 9, 2016
The four-disc box set features 111 early punk rock tracks released in the United Kingdom on indie and homegrown labels.
Metascore:
85
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Glee: The Music, Volume 1

Glee: The Music, Volume 1

by Various Artists
November 3, 2009
The soundtrack features songs from the first season of the TV show.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
6.5
Singles [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack] [Deluxe Edition]

Singles [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack] [Deluxe Edition]

by Various Artists
May 19, 2017
The remastered soundtrack to the 1992 film includes music heard/seen in the film that were not included in the original soundtrack release as well as demos and early versions of songs from such artists as Chris Cornell, Mudhoney and Paul Westerberg.
Metascore:
93
User Score:
7.8
L.I.E.S. Presents: Music for Shut-Ins

L.I.E.S. Presents: Music for Shut-Ins

by Various Artists
December 10, 2013
This is the second compilation of electronic dance music from Ron Morelli's Long Island Electrical Systems (L.I.E.S.) label.
Metascore:
83
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Soul'd Out: The Complete Wattstax Collection [Box Set]

Soul'd Out: The Complete Wattstax Collection [Box Set]

by Various Artists
February 24, 2023
The 12-disc box set of the Wattstax concert at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in 1972 features 31 previously unreleased tracks as well as tracks recorded at The Summit Club and a 76-page book.
Metascore:
89
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DJ Koze Presents Pampa Vol. 1

DJ Koze Presents Pampa Vol. 1

by Various Artists
April 29, 2016
The compilation from DJ Koze features a collaboration with Jamie xx.
Metascore:
78
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Tell Everybody! 21st Century Juke Joint Blues from Easy Eye Sound

Tell Everybody! 21st Century Juke Joint Blues from Easy Eye Sound

by Various Artists
August 11, 2023
The collection of blues produced by Dan Auerbach features tracks from Auerbach, RL Boyce, Gabe Carter, Robert Finley, Jimmy "Duck" Holmes, Moonrisers, Glenn Schwartz, The Black Keys, Leo Bud Welch, and Willow Witchin'.
Metascore:
85
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The Hunger Games: Catching Fire [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack]

The Hunger Games: Catching Fire [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack]

by Various Artists
November 19, 2013
The soundtrack inspired by the second film of The Hunger Games franchise features songs from Christina Aguilera, Coldplay, Ellie Goulding, Imagine Dragons, Lorde, The Lumineers, Of Monsters and Men, Santigold, Sia (with The Weeknd & Diplo), Patti Smith, and The Weeknd.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
7.4
Eddie Piller Presents British Mod Sounds of the 1960s [Box Set]

Eddie Piller Presents British Mod Sounds of the 1960s [Box Set]

by Various Artists
February 18, 2022
The four-CD box set features songs that contain British mod sounds selected by Eddie Piller by such artists as Jeff Beck, Marc Bolan, David Bowie, Elton John, Small Faces, Rod Stewart, The Action, The Creation, and The Fleur De Lys.
Metascore:
85
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Dark Was The Night

Dark Was The Night

by Various Artists
February 17, 2009
The compilation album features tracks from a variety of indie-rock/folk musicans to benefit Red Hot Organization, a charity for HIV/AIDS.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.7
The Minimal Wave Tapes, Vol. 2

The Minimal Wave Tapes, Vol. 2

by Various Artists
February 28, 2012
This is the second volume of the compilation of electronic music recorded in the 1980s.
Metascore:
73
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