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2001.
Bear Creek
by Brandi Carlile
June 5, 2012
The fourth studio album from the Washington-state singer-songwriter was produced by Trina Shoemaker.
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2002.
Personality (One Was A Spider, One Was A Bird)
by The Sleepy Jackson
July 25, 2006
This is the second album for the Australian band led by Luke Steele.
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2003.
Mayhem
by Imelda May
July 19, 2011
The Dublin-based singer fuses blues and rockabilly on her rocking new album.
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2004.
Stars and Satellites
by Trampled by Turtles
April 10, 2012
The sixth album for Minnesota group comprised of former punk and rock band members is full of acoustic guitars and bluegrass sounds.
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2005.
The Singles
by Goldfrapp
February 7, 2012
Two new songs are included on this collection of some of Goldfrapp's biggest singles.
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2006.
Music
by Madonna
September 19, 2000
The follow-up to Madonna's hit 'Ray of Light' was produced by 'Light's producer William Orbit and French electronica artist Mirwais.
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2007.
Black Sands
by Bonobo
March 23, 2010
The fourth album for Simon Green, the British DJ who goes by the name Bonobo, weaves in orchestral strings, hip hop beats, afro-latin sounds, and vocals from Andreya Triana to his downtempo style.
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2008.
Tomorrow Is My Turn
by Rhiannon Giddens
February 10, 2015
The debut solo release for the Carolina Chocolate Drops co-founder was produced by T Bone Burnett.
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2009.
Amateur Night In The Big Top
by Shaun William Ryder
September 2, 2003
'Amateur Night' marks the first solo release for the former frontman of the Happy Mondays and Black Grape. Cabaret Voltaire's Stephen Mallinder co-produced.
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2010.
Still Brazy
by YG
June 17, 2016
The second full-length studio release for the Compton rapper features guest appearances from Bricc Baby, Burnt Out, Drake, The Homegirl, Kamaiyah, Lil Wayne, Joe Moses, Nipsey Hussle, Sad Boy, and Slim 400.
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2011.
Blue Lips
by Tove Lo
November 17, 2017
The third full-length release for the Swedish pop artist is considered a companion piece to her 2016 album, Lady Wood.
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2012.
My Name Is Buddy
by Ry Cooder
March 6, 2007
Van Dyke Parks and Pete Seeger are among the guests on the guitarist's rustic 17-song effort, which is told from the perspective of a cat, a mouse, and a toad(!).
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2013.
Winners Never Quit
by Pedro the Lion
March 14, 2000
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2014.
Yr Atal Genhedlaeth
by Gruff Rhys
March 15, 2005
This Welsh-language disc marks the solo debut for the Super Furry Animals frontman.
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2015.
Total Life Forever
by Foals
June 15, 2010
The follow-up to the British rock band's 2008 debut Antidotes was produced by Luke Smith.
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2016.
Awfully Deep
by Roots Manuva
April 19, 2005
This is the third album for London-based rapper Rodney Smith.
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2017.
Live At The Olympia
by R.E.M.
October 27, 2009
The second live recording for the band features songs from its five-night residency at Dublin, Ireland's Olympia Theatre in 2007.
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2018.
Young Love
by Mat Kearney
August 2, 2011
This is the fourth full-length album for the Nashville-based singer-songwriter.
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2019.
Monster [25th Anniversary Deluxe Edition]
by R.E.M.
November 1, 2019
The five-CD and one Blu-ray disc set includes a remastered of the 1994 album; a new remix of the album by original producer, Scott Litt; 15 previously unreleased demos; a two-disc unreleased live recording from the 1995 Monster Tour; and a Blu-ray disc containing the concert film Road Movie, six music videos and 5.1 surround sound high resolution audio.
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2020.
Earth Rocker
by Clutch
March 19, 2013
The tenth studio release for the Maryland-based rock band is a heavier and faster than previous albums.
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2021.
Another Self Portrait 1969-1971: The Bootleg Series, Vol. 10
by Bob Dylan
August 27, 2013
The latest bootleg collection contains a remastered Self Portrait, a live recording from the Isle Of Wight in 1969, demos and alternative versions of songs from the recording sessions in 1969 and 1971.
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2022.
JP3
by JunglePussy
May 11, 2018
The third release (and second studio album) for the New York rapper features guest appearances from Gangsta Boo, QUIÑ, Rico Love, and Wiki.
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2023.
Summer In Abaddon
by Pinback
October 12, 2004
This is the third album for the indie rock outfit led by Armistead Burwell Smith IV (formerly of 3 Mile Pilot) and Rob Crow.
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2024.
Chaos Theory: Splinter Cell 3 [Soundtrack]
by Amon Tobin
January 25, 2005
The DJ/producer takes his jazzy, cinematic drum'n'bass beats to the videogame world, scoring the latest sequel in the Tom Clancy Splinter Cell franchise.
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2025.
Foley Room
by Amon Tobin
March 6, 2007
The Brazilian electronica artist utilized a different technique for his first non-soundtrack album in five years, building his tracks out of field recordings and found sounds.
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2026.
Rockferry
by Duffy
May 13, 2008
"Mercy," the single from Duffy's debut album, made her the first female Welsh singer to hit number one on the UK pop charts in over 20 years.
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2027.
The Hare, the Hound & the Tortoise
by Sweet Sweet Lies
February 28, 2012
This is the debut full-length album for the British indie rock six-piece.
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2028.
Jade Bird
by Jade Bird
April 19, 2019
Born in England but leaning, musically, toward Americana, the 21-year-old singer-songwriter follows her 2017 EP, "Something American," with this full-length debut.
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2029.
The Seldom Seen Kid
by Elbow
April 22, 2008
The fourth album for the indie rock band features Pulp's Richard Hawley on one track.
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2030.
Heart On
by Eagles of Death Metal
October 28, 2008
The Josh Homme band fronted by Jesse Hughes releases its third album.
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2031.
The Bears for Lunch
by Guided by Voices
November 13, 2012
This is the third release in 2012 for the Robert Pollard-led band that boasts the original lineup that played together between 1992 and 1996.
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2032.
Walking Cloud And Deep Red Sky, Flag Fluttered And The Sun Shined
by Mono
October 5, 2004
This third album from the Japanese instrumental post-rock outfit was recorded by Steve Albini.
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2033.
The Stoop
by Little Jackie
July 8, 2008
The Brooklyn duo of Imani Coppola and Adam Pallin release their debut album.
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2034.
So It Goes
by Ratking
April 8, 2014
The debut full-length release for the New York hip-hop group that includes Wiki, Hak, and producer Sporting Life, features guest appearances from King Krule, Solomon Faye, and Wavy Spice.
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2035.
Starmaker
by Honey Harper
March 6, 2020
The debut full-length release for the London-based "cosmic" country artist from Atlanta was written over three years with his wife, Alana Pagnutti.
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2036.
Set My Heart on Fire Immediately
by Perfume Genius
May 15, 2020
The fifth full-length release for Mike Hadreas as Perfume Genius was produced with Blake Mills.
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2037.
Damaged
by Lambchop
August 22, 2006
This is the tenth album for the very large Nashville band led by Kurt Wagner.
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2038.
Fate
by Dr. Dog
July 22, 2008
This is the fifth album for the indie-rock band from Philadelphia.
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2039.
Take Fountain
by The Wedding Present
February 15, 2005
Eight years ago, Wedding Present leader David Gedge put that band on hold to pursue--at first--a more cinematic sound with his new outfit, the aptly named Cinerama. With Cinerma's sound more closely approximating the Wedding Present's in recent years, Gedge has revived the WP name (but retained the most recent Cinerama lineup) for this latest release, produced by Steve Fisk.
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2040.
Blood, Looms, And Blooms
by Leila
July 8, 2008
The first album for the Iranian producer in over eight years is also her first under the Warp label.
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2041.
An Awesome Wave
by Alt-J
September 18, 2012
This is the debut full-length album for the British quartet who met at Leeds University.
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2042.
Wolves Within
by After the Burial
December 17, 2013
The fourth full-length release for the Minnesota metal quintet was produced by band guitarists Trent Hafdahl and Justin Lowe.
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2043.
Big Wows
by Stealing Sheep
April 19, 2019
The third album from the British trio features a variety of producers, including Marta Salogni, Andy Smith, Ash Workman, and Joe Wills.
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2044.
Indestructible
by Rancid
August 19, 2003
The Bay Area punk band returns with its first album in three years.
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2045.
The Datsuns
by The Datsuns
February 18, 2003
This is the debut full-length release for the New Zealand rockers, who have drawn comparisons to everyone from The Stooges and AC/DC to, of course, the White Stripes, and have been the subject of fawning articles in the UK music press (but then again, who hasn't) in recent months.
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2046.
Weightlifting
by Trash Can Sinatras
August 31, 2004
The fourth album for the veteran Scottish band is their first album release in eight years and first U.S. release since 1993's 'I've Seen Everything.'
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2047.
Mr. Hollywood, Jr. 1947
by Michael Penn
August 2, 2005
The Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter's first outing in five years is a loose concept album set in the year 1947.
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2048.
Ballad Of The Broken Seas
by Isobel Campbell & Mark Lanegan
March 7, 2006
Think Nancy Sinatra-Lee Hazlewood, and you won't be too far off the concept of this album-length pairing of former Belle & Sebastian vocalist Campbell and former Screaming Trees leader (and Queens Of The Stone Age collaborator) Lanegan.
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2049.
True Romance
by Charli xcx
April 16, 2013
The debut studio release for the British pop singer includes some tracks from her two previous mixtapes "Heartbreaks and Earthquakes" and "Super Ultra."
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2050.
After the Great Storm
by Ane Brun
October 30, 2020
The latest full-length studio release for the Norwegian singer-songwriter was written over three weeks while in a cabin in the mountains.
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2051.
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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2052.
Havilah
by The Drones
February 17, 2009
The latest album for the Australian rock band is the first studio album to feature current guitarist Dan Luscombe, who replaced Rui Pereira.
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2053.
Blunderbuss
by Jack White
April 24, 2012
With the end of The White Stripes, Jack White releases his debut solo album about love and relationships gone wrong.
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2054.
græ
by Moses Sumney
May 15, 2020
The double album (released also as two separate EPs] for the experimental artist features a guest appearance from Jill Scott and elements of folk, jazz, indie rock, pop, and soul music.
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2055.
OST
by 24 Hour Party People
August 6, 2002
The soundtrack to the fictionalized account of the rise and fall of Manchester's Factory Records includes, somewhat obviously, a generous helping of New Order, Joy Division, and Happy Mondays songs (including the title track by the latter), as well as cuts from A Guy Called Gerald, Durutti Column, and the Buzzcocks. This is also the only album where you'll find the newest New Order single, "Here to Stay," a collaboration with the Chemical Brothers that failed to appear on either group's latest LP.
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2056.
Jerusalem
by Steve Earle
September 24, 2002
The roots rocker tackles a variety of tough, contemporary issues on this latest release, perhaps his most political, issue-oriented album yet. Sheryl Crow and Emmylou Harris guest.
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2057.
Modern Times
by Bob Dylan
August 29, 2006
Dylan's first studio release since his 2001 hit 'Love And Theft' is his 44th album overall.
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2058.
Post-Nothing
by Japandroids
August 4, 2009
This is the debut full-length album for the indie-rock duo from Vancouver, Canada.
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2059.
The Stimulus Package
by Freeway & Jake One
February 16, 2010
On his first album with the Rhymesayers label, rapper Freeway teams up with producer Jake One.
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2060.
Rabbits on the Run
by Vanessa Carlton
July 26, 2011
The piano-playing pop songstress releases her first record with Razor & Tie.
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2061.
Spaces
by Nils Frahm
November 19, 2013
Described as a field recording, this latest release from the Berlin-based composer was recorded over two years at various locations with different methods including cassette recordings.
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2062.
Fossora
by Björk
September 30, 2022
The 10th full-length studio release for Icelandic artist Björk features guest appearances from Ísadóra Bjarkardóttir Barney, Sindri Eldon, Kasimyn, and Serpentwithfeet.
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2063.
Kittenz And Thee Glitz
by Felix Da Housecat
January 22, 2002
The veteran Chicago house producer offers up 16 tracks of modernized 80's electro (think Daft Punk or Ladytron), highlighted by "Silver Screen (Shower Scene)." The album picked up a great deal of acclaim in the UK when it was released in mid-2001, and finally secured U.S. distribution (through Emperor Norton) in early 2002.
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2064.
Down Like Gold
by Champs
March 10, 2014
The debut release for the Isle of Wight brother duo was recorded at a former water tower.
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2065.
Never Will
by Ashley McBryde
April 3, 2020
The second full-length release on Warner Music Nashville for the country artist was produced by Jay Joyce.
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2066.
Lately I Feel Everything
by Willow
July 16, 2021
The fourth full-length release for daughter of Will and Jada Pinkett Smith features guest appearances from Travis Barker, Cherry Glazerr, Ayla Tesler-Mabe, and Tierra Whack.
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2067.
The Age of Adz
by Sufjan Stevens
October 12, 2010
Known for his genre-bending instrumentation and soulful lyricism, the Detroit-born indie rocker returns five years after his last proper album with an experimental variety of electro-orchestral folk pop songs.
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2068.
In the Magic Hour
by Aoife O'Donovan
January 22, 2016
The second full-length solo release for the Crooked Still member was inspired by memories of her Irish grandfather and was produced by Tucker Martine.
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2069.
Troubadour
by K'NAAN
February 24, 2009
The Somalian-born rapper releases his second album, which features Chubb Rock, Damian Marley, Adam Levine (Maroon 5), Kirk Hammett (Metallica), Mos Def, and Chali 2na as guests.
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2070.
Researching the Blues
by Redd Kross
August 7, 2012
The first release in over 15 years for the Los Angeles rock quartet was produced by band co-founder, Steven McDonald.
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2071.
The Story of Light
by Steve Vai
August 14, 2012
The concept album from guitarist Steve Vai is the second of a planned trilogy that began with 2005's Real Illusions: Reflections.
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2072.
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.
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2073.
Quadra
by Sepultura
February 7, 2020
The latest full-length release for the Brazilian metal band was produced by Jens Bogren.
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2074.
Isolation Drills
by Guided by Voices
April 3, 2001
The latest release from GBV is a continuation of the band's new, more polished sound introduced on 1999's 'Do The Collapse.'
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2075.
Burn Piano Island, Burn
by The Blood Brothers
March 18, 2003
Known for their loud, angry, and extreme take on metal (well, even more so than your average metal band), The Blood Brothers return with their third album in as many years.
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2076.
Nothing Has Changed
by David Bowie
November 17, 2014
The compilation released as double or triple-disc collection of pop artist's music from 1964 to 2014 includes one new track and several unreleased/rare tracks.
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2077.
Sleep on the Wing
by Bibio
June 12, 2020
The 11th full-length release for Stephen Wilkinson as Bibio is mostly instrumental with only two tracks containing vocals.
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2078.
Murray Street
by Sonic Youth
June 25, 2002
Now into their third decade of recording, Sonic Youth offer up a return to form that has more in common with their output of the 80s than with anything they have released in recent years. Multi-instrumentalist Jim O'Rourke, who worked with the band on their previous effort 'NYC Ghosts & Flowers,' is now a full-fledged member of the group.
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2079.
With Strings Live At Town Hall
by Eels
February 21, 2006
This 22-song live recording (taped at a New York City show in June, 2005) finds Mark Oliver Everett backed by a variety of instrumentalists and, yes, a string quartet.
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2080.
Around The Well
by Iron & Wine
May 19, 2009
This double CD set contains unreleased and rare tracks from singer-songwriter Samuel Beam.
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2081.
Washington Square Serenade
by Steve Earle
September 25, 2007
Steve Earle's latest album features his wife Allison Moorer, as well as the Brazilian group Forro in the Dark.
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2082.
Bubba
by Kaytranada
December 13, 2019
The second full-length release for the Montreal artist features guest appearancesa from Durand Bernarr, Eight9fly, Estelle, GoldLink, Mick Jenkins, Masego, Teedra Moses, Iman Omari, Ari PenSmith, SiR, Tinashe, Kali Uchis, VanJess, Pharrell Williams, and Charlotte Day Wilson.
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2083.
Now You Are One Of Us
by The Paper Chase
June 6, 2006
The experimental Dallas, Texas outfit led by John Congleton returns with a spooky, noisy fourth album.
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2084.
200 Million Thousand
by Black Lips
February 24, 2009
The fifth album for the Atlanta rock band is the follow-up to its 2007 album "Good Bad Not Evil."
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2085.
Transcendental Youth
by The Mountain Goats
October 2, 2012
The 14th studio release for the folk rock band led by John Darnielle features horns by Matthew E. White.
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2086.
Inform – Educate – Entertain
by Public Service Broadcasting
May 14, 2013
The debut release for the London-based duo includes sound samples from Public information film archives.
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2087.
Rhythm
by Wildbirds & Peacedrums
November 11, 2014
The fourth full-length release from the Swedish husband-and-wife duo of Mariam Wallentin and Andreas Werliin was self-recorded and produced.
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2088.
Bonito Generation
by Kero Kero Bonito
October 21, 2016
This is the debut full-length release for the London-based J-pop-influenced trio.
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2089.
Fever
by Megan Thee Stallion
May 17, 2019
The debut full-length release for the Houston rapper features guest appearances from DaBaby and Juicy J.
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2090.
Can You Really Find Me
by Night Moves
June 28, 2019
The third full-length release for the Minneapolis duo of John Pelant and Micky Alfano was produced by Spoon's Jim Eno.
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2091.
SelmaSongs: Music from the Motion Picture Dancer in the Dark
by Björk
September 19, 2000
The soundtrack to Lars Von Trier's "Dancer In The Dark" consists of seven tracks from Bjork, who also starred in the film. Includes "I've Seen It All," a duet with Radiohead's Thom Yorke.
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2092.
Love Travels At Illegal Speeds
by Graham Coxon
March 13, 2006
This is the fifth solo disc for the former Blur guitarist.
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2093.
Diamond Hoo Ha
by Supergrass
June 10, 2008
The sixth studio album for the English rock quartet was recorded in Germany.
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2094.
Harps And Angels
by Randy Newman
August 5, 2008
The first studio album for the singer-songwriter since 1999's "Bad Love" was produced by Mitchell Froom and Lenny Waronker.
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2095.
Sorry
by White Lung
May 29, 2012
This is the second full-length studio album for the Canadian punk rock group led by Mish Way.
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2096.
Jumping the Shark
by Alex Cameron
August 19, 2016
The debut full-length solo release for the Seekae co-founder was produced with Fanny B.
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2097.
Glow On
by Turnstile
August 27, 2021
The third full-length release for the Baltimore hardcore punk band features a guest appearance from Blood Orange and was recorded with producer Mike Elizondo.
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2098.
Crystal Castles
by Crystal Castles
March 18, 2008
The debut full-length album for the Toronto duo of Ethan Kath and Alice Grass.
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2099.
All My Demons Greeting Me as a Friend
by Aurora
March 11, 2016
The Norwegian dark pop singer-songwriter worked with Odd Martin Skalnes and Magnus Skylstad on her debut full-length release.
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2100.
Superabundance
by Young Knives
March 10, 2008
The trio from Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire, England, releases its sophomore full-length album.
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