Album Releases by Genre
1.
Live and Dangerous [Super Deluxe Edition]
by Thin Lizzy
January 20, 2023
The eight-disc box set features a remaster of Thin Lizzy's 1978 live album as well as new mixes of seven live shows recorded between 1976-1978 with 63 previously unreleased tracks, plus a 48-page booklet.
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The Velvet Underground [45th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition]
by The Velvet Underground
November 24, 2014
The Velvet Underground's third release is remastered with alternate mixes including the original, Lou Reed's "Closet mix," and the mono mix; live recording from San Francisco's The Matrix club in 1969; and a disc of songs recorded in New York's Record Plant in 1969 for it proposed fourth album for MGM.
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3.
SMiLE
by Brian Wilson
September 28, 2004
Well, better 37 years late than never. Originally intended to be the Beach Boys' 1967 follow-up to their legendary 'Pet Sounds,' 'Smile' was finally recorded as originally intended in April 2004 by Wilson and his current band, including co-songwriter Van Dyke Parks.
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4.
Keep An Eye On The Sky
by Big Star
September 15, 2009
The four disc set contains demos, mixes, alternative versions of songs, and a 1973 concert in Memphis from the '70s cult band.
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5.
Histoire de Melody Nelson
by Serge Gainsbourg
March 24, 2009
The US release of Serge Gainsbourg's 1971 album featuring Jane Birkin in the classic Ballade de Melody Nelson.
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6.
Homecoming: The Live Album
by Beyoncé
April 17, 2019
A surprise release in conjunction with her similarly titled Netflix documentary, Beyoncé's latest live album consists of 38 tracks recorded during her 2018 Coachella performances, plus a pair of new studio recordings, the Maze cover "Before I Let Go" and "I Been On."
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7.
Appetite for Destruction: Super Deluxe Edition [Box Set]
by Guns N' Roses
June 29, 2018
The five-disc box set features the remaster of hard rock band's 1987 debut album, a disc of B-sides, the 1986 demo session at Sound City Studios, two previously unreleased tracks from sessions with Mike Clink, and a blu-ray disc which includes music videos. A 96-page hardcover book and six lithographs, three replicas of concert tickets, a copy of a video shoot flyer, a wall poster, and temporary band tattoos are also included.
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8.
Who's Next/Life House [Super Deluxe Edition]
by The Who
September 15, 2023
The 11-disc super edition of the reissue of The Who's 1971 album Who's Next includes 22 demos from the unreleased Life House project, the 1971 session recordings at New York's Record Plant; Olympic Studios sessions from 1970-1972; live recordings of the April 1971 concert at London's Young Vic, and the December 1971 concert at San Francisco's Civic Auditorium.
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9.
My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy
by Kanye West
November 22, 2010
Breaking traditional mainstream hip-hop guidelines, Kanye West's latest release features epic raps and long instrumental variations for his most innovative album to date.
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10.
Lemonade
by Beyoncé
April 23, 2016
The sixth solo studio album for the singer premiered as an hour-long HBO special before streaming on Tidal. A physical release is set for May 6.
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11.
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road [40th Anniversary Edition]
by Elton John
March 25, 2014
The deluxe remastered release of the Rocket Man's 1973 album includes a disc of b-sides and covers by such artists as The Band Perry, Fall Out Boy, John Grant, Hunter Hayes, Imelda May, Miguel, Emili Sande, Ed Sheeran, and Zac Brown Band. The Super Deluxe adds a complete recording of the December 1973 Hammersmith concert and a DVD of Bryan Forbes' 1973 film, Elton John and Bernie Taupin Say Goodbye To Norma Jean and Other Things.
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12.
Renaissance
by Beyoncé
July 29, 2022
The first new studio album for Beyoncé since 2016's Lemonade features contributions from 070 Shake, A.G. Cook, Mike Dean, Drake, Jay-Z, Labrinth, Skrillex, Tems, The-Dream, and The Neptunes.
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13.
1989 (Taylor's Version)
by Taylor Swift
October 27, 2023
The re-recording of Taylor Swift's 2014 album 1989 includes five unreleased tracks.
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14.
Honey
by Robyn
October 26, 2018
The first full-length release in eight years for the Swedish artist features contributions from with Joseph Mount of Metronomy, Klas Ã…hlund, Adam Bainbridge, Mr. Tophat, and Zhal.
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15.
Bachelor No. 2 (or, the last remains of the dodo)
by Aimee Mann
May 2, 2000
The third solo release from the former 'Til Tuesday leader finally made it to record stores in May 2000, after a long journey that saw Interscope refuse to release the album and Mann issue it on her own SuperEgo label (after selling it through mail order and at her live performances). All's well that ends well, though, as Mann gained widespread acclaim for her soundtrack to P.T. Anderson's film "Magnolia" and even better reviews for this album, which contains four of the tracks from the soundtrack as well as nine additional songs.
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16.
Last Exit
by Junior Boys
September 21, 2004
This is the first full-length release from the hard-to-pin down Canadian synth-pop trio led by Jeremy Greenspan.
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17.
Blómi
by Susanne Sundfør
April 28, 2023
The sixth full-length studio release from Norwegian singer-songwriter Susanne Sundfør was produced by Jørgen Træen.
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18.
Chutes Too Narrow
by The Shins
October 21, 2003
Phil Ek produced this sophomore effort for the Albuquerque-based group led by James Mercer (also of Flake), who wowed critics in 2001 with their 1960s-flavored debut 'Oh, Inverted World.'
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19.
Yours, Mine & Ours
by Pernice Brothers
May 20, 2003
Joe Pernice and company return with ten new indie-pop gems.
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20.
Future Nostalgia
by Dua Lipa
March 27, 2020
The second full-length release for the British pop singer-songwriter features contributions from such artists as Ghosted, Stuart Price, Shakka, Tove Lo, and samples INXS's "Need You Tonight."
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21.
69 Love Songs
by Magnetic Fields
September 7, 1999
The title says it all. This 3-disc set indeed contains 69 love songs, all penned by Stephin Merritt (whose other projects include The 6ths, Future Bible Heroes, and the Gothic Archies). The Magnetic Fields have evolved into a real "band," including keyboardist Claudia Gonson (also Merritt's manager) and multi-instrumentalist John Woo, and Merritt alternates on vocals with Gonson and additional singers. Despite the almost encyclopedic variety of styles and huge volume of songs, there is surprisingly little filler here.
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22.
Proof
by BTS
June 10, 2022
The three-disc anthology album from South Korean boy band BTS features three new songs as well as a disc of demo tracks.
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23.
Dawn FM
by The Weeknd
January 7, 2022
The sixth full-length studio release for The Weeknd features guest appearances from Jim Carrey, Lil Wayne, and Tyler, the Creator as well as contributions from Oscar Holter, Quincy Jones, Max Martin, and Oneohtrix Point Never.
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24.
Black Tambourine
by Black Tambourine
March 30, 2010
The compilation, which includes six unreleased songs, as well as tracks released earlier on 1999's "Complete Recordings," for the Washington, D.C.-area indie pop band which was originally formed as a side project for members of Whorl and Velocity Girl with Pam Berry as the lead singer.
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25.
Remedy
by Basement Jaxx
August 3, 1999
This long-awaited debut LP from the London, England house production duo of Simon Ratcliffe and Felix Buxton has since been recognized as one of the better dance recordings of all time. It was named by Spin as one of the 90 Best Albums of the 90's.
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26.
Exit
by Shugo Tokumaru
September 2, 2008
The latest album from the Japanese musician includes more than 50 instruments.
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27.
Pacific Ocean Blue [Reissue]
by Dennis Wilson
June 17, 2008
Beach Boy Dennis Wilson's solo album is rereleased with songs from his unreleased "Bambu" album and one unfinished track sung by the Foo Fighters' Taylor Hawkins.
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28.
Fleet Foxes
by Fleet Foxes
June 3, 2008
This is the debut album from the Seattle area quintet.
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29.
xx
by The xx
October 6, 2009
This is the debut album for the South London quartet.
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30.
Soil
by serpentwithfeet
June 8, 2018
The debut full-length release for the New York-based alternative R&B artist features production from Clams Casino, Paul Epworth, and Katie Gately.
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31.
Mass Romantic
by The New Pornographers
November 21, 2000
This Vancouver, Canada-based indie-rock supergroup features members of Limblifter, Zumpano and Destroyer and is fronted by Neko Case.
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Body Talk
by Robyn
November 22, 2010
The Swedish singer-songwriter's album is part of her 2010 Body Talk trilogy, containing five new tracks and another handful of songs with different versions from her previously released first and second parts.
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33.
Tension
by Kylie Minogue
September 22, 2023
The latest full-length release from Australian pop artist Kylie Minogue features contributions from Oliver Heldens and Lostboy. The deluxe edition includes three additional tracks.
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34.
Made in California [Box Set]
by The Beach Boys
August 27, 2013
The six-disc compilation includes rare and unreleased tracks, including demos, b-sides, live recordings that span the 50-year career of the California rock band.
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35.
Minute by Minute
by James Hunter
February 26, 2013
The first release in five years for the British soul singer was produced by Gabriel Roth.
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36.
Robyn
by Robyn
April 29, 2008
The fourth album for the Swedish singer was released in 2005 in her native Sweden.
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37.
Welcome Interstate Managers
by Fountains of Wayne
June 10, 2003
The New York-based indie-pop band, led by Adam Schlesinger and Chris Collingwood, returns with a long-awaited third LP.
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38.
jj n 2
by jj
July 1, 2009
The mysterious Swedish band releases it debut full-length album.
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39.
Ocean's Eleven OST
by David Holmes
December 4, 2001
Much as he did for another Steven Soderbergh film ("Out Of Sight"), David Holmes provides the score for Soderbergh's Rat Pack remake. Much of the album consists of Holmes originals (including "69 Police," which also appears on his 'Bow Down To The Exit Sign' LP), supplemented by songs from the likes of everyone from Handsome Boy Modeling School to Elvis Presley.
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40.
The Convincer
by Nick Lowe
September 11, 2001
The final installment in the 52-year-old Lowe's comback trilogy follows 1994's 'The Impossible Bird' and 1998's 'Dig My Mood.'
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41.
Girls Can Tell
by Spoon
February 20, 2001
The Austin band's follow-up to 'Series of Sneaks' was a critical favorite in 2001, appearing on seemingly every year-end Top 10 list (and with good reason).
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42.
Christine and the Queens
by Christine and the Queens
October 16, 2015
Chaleur Humaine, the 2014 French language release from the French synth-pop artist is reissued with songs redone in English and additional new songs featuring guest appearances from Tunji Ige and Perfume Genius.
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43.
Twin Cinema
by The New Pornographers
August 23, 2005
This is the third album of sunny indie-pop tunes for the acclaimed union of Neko Case, Dan Bejar (also of Destroyer) and A.C. Newman.
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44.
Glitch Princess
by yeule
February 4, 2022
The second full-length release for London-based artist yeule features a collaboration with Danny L Harle.
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45.
Face the Wall
by Jordana
May 20, 2022
The third full-length release for indie singer-songwriter Jordana was produced by Cameron Hale.
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46.
Mwng
by Super Furry Animals
June 20, 2000
The Furries return with an entire album of Welsh-language songs.
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47.
Face [EP]
by Jimin
March 24, 2023
The debut full-length solo studio release from BTS's Jimin was produced by Evan, Ghstloop, and Pdogg.
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48.
Let Them Eat Chaos
by Kate Tempest
October 7, 2016
The follow-up to the British artist's Mercury Prize-nominated release was produced by Dan Carey.
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49.
Sugar Mountain: Live At Canterbury House 1968
by Neil Young
November 20, 2008
Released as part of the Archive series of rare recordings of concerts from the early days of his career, this album includes songs recorded from a gig in Ann Arbor, Michigan, on November 9-10, just before the release of his debut solo album.
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50.
Red Moon in Venus
by Kali Uchis
March 3, 2023
The third full-length studio release for Kali Uchis features guest appearances from Omar Apollo, Don Toliver and Summer Walker.
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51.
2
by All Girl Summer Fun Band
April 22, 2003
'2' is the aptly-named second album for the Portland-based indie-pop quartet.
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52.
Invasion of Privacy
by Cardi B
April 6, 2018
The debut full-length studio release for the New York rap artist features guest appearances from 21 Savage, Chance The Rapper, Kehlani, and SZA.
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53.
The Beginning Stages Of...
by The Polyphonic Spree
June 4, 2002
It's a bit hard NOT to get noticed when your band consists of a couple dozen people dressed in white robes, but having one of the most memorable debut albums in recent years (think Mercury Rev + Spiritualized + Up With People) certainly doesn't hurt. This 10-song debut (which was originally intended as a demo) did in fact land the Austin, Texas band led by former Tripping Daisy member Tim DeLaughter a major label deal.
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54.
Velvet
by Adam Lambert
March 20, 2020
The fourth full-length solo studio release for the current Queen singer features production from Fred Ball, Tommy English, and Butch Walker.
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55.
The Smell Of Our Own
by The Hidden Cameras
May 6, 2003
If you can picture an explicitly gay version of the Polyphonic Spree recording church music, then you have a general idea of this unconventional debut album from Toronto, Canada's Hidden Cameras.
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56.
Celebration
by Madonna
September 29, 2009
The last album from Madonna on the Warner Brothers label is a compilation of her greatest hits plus two new tracks.
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57.
Hold the Girl
by Rina Sawayama
September 16, 2022
The second full-length studio release for Rina Sawayama features production from Marcus Andersson, Clarence Clarity, Paul Epworth, and Stuart Price.
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58.
Daphne & Celeste Save the World
by Daphne & Celeste
March 30, 2018
The second full-length release for the pop duo of Karen DiConcetto and Celeste Cruz was produced by Max Tundra.
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59.
Young Heart
by Birdy
May 7, 2021
The first full-length release in five years for the British singer-songwriter was produced by James Ford, Ian Fitchuk and Daniel Tashian.
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60.
A Long Way from Your Heart
by Turnpike Troubadours
October 20, 2017
The fifth full-length release for the Oklahoma-based country band was produced by Ryan Hewitt.
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61.
Real Animal
by Alejandro Escovedo
June 24, 2008
The ninth solo album for the former punk rocker was produced by Tony Visconti.
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62.
Love Is The Answer
by Barbra Streisand
September 29, 2009
The singer/actor/director's latest album features jazz and Broadway standards produced by Diana Krall.
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63.
Love
by The Beatles
November 21, 2006
If the concept of "The Beatles, remixed" saddens you, know that original Beatles producer George Martin was at the helm for this project, which serves as the soundtrack to the Vegas-based Cirque du Soleil show of the same name. The 26 mashed-up tracks here were augmented with additional instrumentation and vocals performed by The Beatles themselves, culled from hours of original demo and master tapes, with pieces of 130 songs ultimately represented in some form.
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64.
Sour
by Olivia Rodrigo
May 21, 2021
The debut full-length release for the pop singer-songwriter features production from Dan Nigro, Alexander 23, and Jam City.
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65.
lilac6
by The Lilac Time
October 9, 2001
Brothers Nick and Stephen "Tin Tin" Duffy return for the Lilac Time's sixth LP. The Barenaked Ladies' Stephen Page also contributes to the album.
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66.
softscars
by yeule
September 22, 2023
The third full-length studio release from Singaporean artist Nat Ćmiel as yeule was written and produced with Kin Leonnas.
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67.
Identity Crisis
by Shelby Lynne
September 16, 2003
Don't be fooled by the title: While 'Identity Crisis' would have perfectly suited her poorly-received predecessor, 2001's Glen Ballard-produced 'Love, Shelby,' that's not the case here, as these 12 self-produced tracks are more likely to connect with fans of her breakthrough disc 'I Am Shelby Lynne.'
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68.
Revelación [EP]
by Selena Gomez
March 12, 2021
The seven-track Spanish-language EP from the pop artist features guest appearances from Rauw Alejandro. DJ Snake and Myke Towers.
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69.
The Show
by Niall Horan
June 9, 2023
The third full-length solo studio release from One Direction's Niall Horan was produced by Joel Little and John Ryan.
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70.
Ice Cream Spiritual
by Ponytail
June 17, 2008
The third full-length for the quartet from Baltimore was produced by J Robbins.
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71.
Teen Dream
by Beach House
January 26, 2010
The CD/DVD set features the first album on Sub Pop for the dream pop duo from Baltimore.
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72.
Overpowered
by RóisÃn Murphy
October 15, 2007
The former Moloko singer returns with her second solo album.
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73.
1st Born Second
by Bilal
July 17, 2001
The debut album from 22-year-old Bilal Oliver features production work from Raphael Saadiq, Dr. Dre, Mike City and James Poyser. The first single is "Soul Sista," which originally appeared on the Love and Basketbal soundtrack.
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74.
When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?
by Billie Eilish
March 29, 2019
The debut full-length debut for the 17-year-old Los Angeles pop singer-songwriter was produced by her brother Finneas O'Connell (who also co-wrote).
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75.
how i'm feeling now
by Charli XCX
May 15, 2020
The fourth full-length release for the pop artist was created with executive producers A. G. Cook and BJ Burton through Zoom calls and asking fans for their preferences.
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76.
...Like Clockwork
by Queens of the Stone Age
June 4, 2013
The sixth full-length studio release for the Josh Homme-led rock band includes Dave Grohl on drums as well as guest vocals from Brody Dalle, Alain Johannes, Elton John, Mark Lanegan, Trent Reznor, Jake Shears, Alex Turner, and former bassist Nick Oliveri.
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77.
Cookie: The Anthropological Mix Tape
by Me'Shell Ndegéocello
June 4, 2002
The fifth album (and first in three years) for the bassist/singer features 16 new tracks (including a bonus remix of "Pocketbook" by Missy Elliot and Rockwilder) in an eclectic mix of styles.
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78.
Civilisation II [EP]
by Kero Kero Bonito
April 21, 2021
The three-track EP from the British indie pop trio was produced and recorded by the band's own Gus Lobban.
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79.
Dressy Bessy
by Dressy Bessy
August 26, 2003
This is the third studio album for the Denver-based indie pop band led by Tammy Ealom.
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80.
Come Away With Me
by Norah Jones
February 26, 2002
Pop/jazz vocalist and pianist Norah Jones, the daughter of Ravi Shankar, picked up 5 Grammy awards for this debut album, produced by Arif Mardin.
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81.
This Is It & I Am It & You Are It & So Is That & He Is It & She Is It & It Is It & That Is That
by Marnie Stern
October 7, 2008
The sophomore album for the New Yorker was produced by Zach Hill
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82.
Map of the Soul: 7
by BTS
February 21, 2020
The seventh full-length for the Korean pop band features guest appearances from Halsey and Sia.
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83.
After Laughter
by Paramore
May 12, 2017
The fifth full-length studio release for the pop band led by Hayley Williams was produced by Justin Meldal-Johnsen and band guitarist, Taylor York.
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84.
Mouthfuls
by Fruit Bats
April 8, 2003
Yet another experimental indie band to arise out of the Chicago scene, the Fruit Bats are the brainchild of multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Eric Johnson, who has played with Ugly Casanova, I Rowboat, and Califone. On this second Fruit Bats LP, he is joined by Gillian Lisee and producer Brian Deck.
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85.
Electric Version
by The New Pornographers
May 6, 2003
The Vancouver, Canada indie supergroup attempts to duplicate the success of 2000's 'Mass Romantic' with this sophomore release. Neko Case returns to handle vocal duties.
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86.
Point
by Cornelius
January 22, 2002
This is the second international release for Japanese producer/remixer/artist/recording star Cornelius (Keigo Oyamada), following his 1998 breakthrough debut for Matador, 'Fantasma.' A bit less cut-and-paste than its predecessor, 'Point' still showcases a range of musical styles in its 11 tracks.
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87.
Discovery of a World Inside the Moone
by The Apples In Stereo
April 18, 2000
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88.
All the Time
by Jessy Lanza
July 24, 2020
The third full-length release for the New York-based Canadian pop artist was again produced with Junior Boys' Jeremy Greenspan.
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89.
10,000 Gecs
by 100 gecs
March 17, 2023
This is the second full-length release from Los Angeles-based hyperpop duo 100 gecs.
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90.
Contra
by Vampire Weekend
January 12, 2010
The second album for the rock band was produced by band member, Rostam Batmanglij.
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91.
You Will Not Die
by Nakhane
February 22, 2019
The second full-length release for the South African actor/singer was produced by Ben Christopher.
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92.
Wet Tennis
by Sofi Tukker
April 29, 2022
The second full-length release for dance music duo Sofi Tukker features guest appearances from Amadou & Mariam, Boii, Mahmut Orhan, John Summit, and Tuck's Dad.
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93.
Sycamore Meadows
by Butch Walker
November 11, 2008
The producer/singer/songwriter releases his lastest solo album.
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94.
Charlie
by Charlie Puth
October 7, 2022
The third full-length release for pop singer-songwriter Charlie Puth features a guest appearance from Jung Kook of BTS.
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95.
604
by Ladytron
February 13, 2001
Britpop, New Wave, and Kraftwerk-style electronica come together in the debut full-length from Britain's Ladytron (named after a song from Roxy Music's debut album). The album repeats three of the songs from 2000's "Commodore Rock" EP (including the ever-catchy "Playgirl") and adds 12 new tracks plus the 1999 single "He Took Her To A Movie."
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96.
Lost & Found
by Jorja Smith
June 8, 2018
The debut full-length release for the British R&B singer-songwriter features contributions from Dizzee Rascal, Amanda Ghost, and Tom Misch.
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97.
Back To Black
by Amy Winehouse
March 13, 2007
Mark Ronson and Salaam Remi produced the British soul singer's second album, which was released to great acclaim in the UK in 2006.
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98.
Our Extended Play [EP]
by Beabadoobee
May 21, 2021
The four-track EP for singer-songwriter Bea Kristi was recorded with the 1975's Matty Healy and George Daniel.
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99.
Anniemal
by Annie
June 7, 2005
This debut full-length by the Norwegian singer is preceded by quite a bit of critical buzz on both sides of the Atlantic.
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100.
Through The Windowpane
by Guillemots
July 10, 2006
This full-length debut for the UK-based indie-pop band led by Fyfe Dangerfield includes the previously-released single "Trains To Brazil."
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