Album Releases by Genre

Planet Earth 3101.

Planet Earth

by Prince
July 24, 2007
Prince returns with his 24th studio album--but not without a bit of controversy.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.0
St. Anger 3102.

St. Anger

by Metallica
June 10, 2003
As the title implies, the metal band is just as, well, angry as ever on their first new studio album since 'Load' and 'Reload' appeared in 1996 and 1997. Just don't try downloading it for free--then you'll see some real anger.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
5.5
Love & Distortion 3103.

Love & Distortion

by The Stratford 4
April 8, 2003
This is the sophomore release for San Francisco's atmospheric noise-pop band led by vocalist Chris Streng, whose previous band shared members with Black Rebel Motorcycle Club.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Pleased To Meet You 3104.

Pleased To Meet You

by James
July 2, 2001
This is the eleventh studio album for the Manchester band that originally formed in 1982. Like many of their recent LPs, it was produced by Brian Eno. The lead single is "Getting Away With It (All Messed Up)."
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.2
Trouble Every Day [Soundtrack] 3105.

Trouble Every Day [Soundtrack]

by Tindersticks
February 19, 2002
This is the band's second collaboration with French filmmaker Claire Denis, after recording the soundtrack to her earlier film "Nenette et Boni."
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.5
Sirena 3106.

Sirena

by Cousteau
July 9, 2002
The second album from the London band is a continuation of their Scott Walker-influenced dark and melancholy pop sound from their 2000 debut. (Not a Scott Walker fan? Think Tindersticks, Pulp or Divine Comedy.)
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.2
El Rey 3107.

El Rey

by The Wedding Present
May 20, 2008
The band led by David Gedge releases its latest album, produced by Steve Albini.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
You & Me 3108.

You & Me

by Kevin Barker
January 19, 2010
The debut solo album for Vetiver's guitarist under his name features Joanna Newsom, Eric Johnson, Pat Sansone, and fellow Vetiver band member Otto Hauser as guest musicians.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Let There Be Morning 3109.

Let There Be Morning

by The Perishers
April 12, 2005
'Morning' marks the U.S. debut for the Swedish four-piece, who originally formed in 1997.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.0
Omni 3110.

Omni

by Minus the Bear
May 4, 2010
Joe Chiccarelli produced the Seattle-based rock group's fourth album on new label Dangerbird Records.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
6.9
Without Feathers 3111.

Without Feathers

by The Stills
May 9, 2006
This long-overdue second album finds the Montreal band shedding its dark, Joy Division-influenced sound for one that more closely resembles classic rock.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
6.5
Starfucker 3112.

Starfucker

by Starfucker
September 23, 2008
The indie electro-pop trio from Portland, Oregon releases its debut album.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.4
Everybody Loves A Happy Ending 3113.

Everybody Loves A Happy Ending

by Tears for Fears
September 14, 2004
A reunited Curt Smith and Roland Orzabal return with their first Tears For Fears album together in 15 years.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.7
R.E.M Live 3114.

R.E.M Live

by R.E.M.
October 16, 2007
The first live album for R.E.M. is a recording of the band's Dublin concert in 2005.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.2
% 3115.

%

by Dinowalrus
January 19, 2010
This is the debut album for the Brooklyn-based trio.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
There's No 666 In Outer Space 3116.

There's No 666 In Outer Space

by Hella
January 30, 2007
The Sacramento duo has transformed into a full five-piece band, fronted by new singer Aaron Ross, for this new LP.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.9
Presidence 3117.

Presidence

by Excepter
February 16, 2010
The Brooklyn band's latest album is a two-disc release featuring live studio recordings and live performances.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Strange Little Girls 3118.

Strange Little Girls

by Tori Amos
September 18, 2001
Yes, it is a covers album, but with a bit of a twist: all the songs were originally written and performed by men, and Amos has reinterpreted them from a woman's standpoint. This eclectic collection (12 tracks in all) includes versions of Depeche Mode's "Enjoy The Silence," Eminem's "97' Bonnie and Clyde," 10cc's "I'm Not In Love," Neil Young's "Heart Of Gold," Slayer's "Raining Blood," and the Boomtown Rats' "I Don't Like Mondays."
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.6
A Guide to Love, Loss & Desperation 3119.

A Guide to Love, Loss & Desperation

by The Wombats
November 5, 2007
The debut album from the three-piece from Liverpool, England.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.1
Burn Burn 3120.

Burn Burn

by Our Lady Peace
July 21, 2009
The seventh studio album for the Canadian rock band was produced by the lead singer, Raine Maida.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
6.9
Hard Candy 3121.

Hard Candy

by Madonna
April 29, 2008
The queen of pop's latest and last release on the Warner Brothers label was produced in part by Nate "Danja" Hills, Timbaland, Justin Timberlake, and Pharrell Williams.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.3
Pocketful of Sunshine 3122.

Pocketful of Sunshine

by Natasha Bedingfield
January 22, 2008
The sophomore album for the English singer.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.8
The Alchemy Index Vols. I and II: Fire and Water 3123.

The Alchemy Index Vols. I and II: Fire and Water

by Thrice
October 16, 2007
The first of two volumes of EPs produced by their guitarist Teppei Teranishi.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.3
Konk 3124.

Konk

by The Kooks
April 15, 2008
The sophomore album was produced by Tony Hoffer. The British band recently lost its bassist Max Rafferty, who quit earlier this year.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.8
Ursa Major 3125.

Ursa Major

by Third Eye Blind
August 17, 2009
The fourth album for the alternative rock band from San Francisco is its first album since being dropped by Atlantic Records (which had taken over Elektra's roster of bands).
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.4
Meds 3126.

Meds

by Placebo
April 4, 2006
Michael Stipe and VW (The Kills) guest on the UK band's first album in three years.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.8
Teargarden By Kaleidyscope: Vol. 1 [EP] 3127.

Teargarden By Kaleidyscope: Vol. 1 [EP]

by The Smashing Pumpkins
May 25, 2010
The four-track EP is the first of a planned 11 EPs, which will all be released as one 44-track album at a later date.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
6.1
Blowback 3128.

Blowback

by Tricky
June 26, 2001
Another eclectic effort from the former Massive Attack member features guest contributions from the likes of Alanis Morrisette, Cyndi Lauper, Ed Kowalcyzk (Live), and members of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.7
Spectrum of Infinite Scale 3129.

Spectrum of Infinite Scale

by Man... Or Astroman?
September 5, 2000
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Just Push Play 3130.

Just Push Play

by Aerosmith
March 6, 2001
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.8
Light Grenades 3131.

Light Grenades

by Incubus
November 28, 2006
The California alt-metal band returns with its first album in nearly three years.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.8
Never Never Love 3132.

Never Never Love

by Pop Levi
August 26, 2008
This is the second release from the ex-Super Numeri member and former Ladytron bassist.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Up All Night 3133.

Up All Night

by Razorlight
October 26, 2004
One of 2004's Next Big Things in the UK music press, Razorlight make their full-length debut with this 13-track disc. Compared to the likes of Oasis and The Libertines, the band is led by self-proclaimed songwriting genius Johnny Borrell.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.4
Tiny Cities 3134.

Tiny Cities

by Sun Kil Moon
November 1, 2005
Mark Kozelek's second SKM album consists entirely of Modest Mouse covers.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.3
9 3135.

9

by Damien Rice
November 14, 2006
The Irish singer-songwriter returns with a second album.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.4
Tooth Of Crime 3136.

Tooth Of Crime

by T-Bone Burnett
May 13, 2008
The producer of many albums releases an album of songs from the Sam Shepard musical "The Tooth of Crime: Second Dance."
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Peeping Tom 3137.

Peeping Tom

by Peeping Tom
May 30, 2006
The newest (and somewhat "pop"-oriented) project from Mike Patton (Faith No More, Fantomas) finds him teamed with an eclectic bunch, including Norah Jones, Massive Attack, Odd Nosdam, Amon Tobin and Kool Keith.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.5
Ten New Messages 3138.

Ten New Messages

by The Rakes
March 19, 2007
The London band's second album was produced by Jim Abiss and Brendan Lynch.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.5
Cake & Pie 3139.

Cake & Pie

by Lisa Loeb
February 26, 2002
The singer-songwriter's third album (which comes a full five years after her second, 1997's 'Firecracker') features 12 new tracks, including "We Could Still Belong Together" from the "Legally Blonde" soundtrack.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
12 Memories 3140.

12 Memories

by Travis
October 14, 2003
The fourth album from the Glaswegian rock band is their darkest to date.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.9
Out West 3141.

Out West

by Gomez
June 7, 2005
This double-live album was recorded during a three-night stand at the Fillmore in San Francisco in early 2005.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.8
Around 3142.

Around

by Tom Verlaine
April 25, 2006
One of two April 2006 releases for the former Television guitarist, 'Around' is a 16-track instrumental release.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
At Sixes And Sevens 3143.

At Sixes And Sevens

by Jason Loewenstein
July 9, 2002
This is the debut solo release for former Sebadoh drummer/songwriter Jason Loewenstein. On these 14 tracks, J.Loew handles all instruments and songwriting duties himself.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
When The World Comes Down 3144.

When The World Comes Down

by The All-American Rejects
December 16, 2008
The third album from the Oklahoma rock band was produced by Eric Valentine.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.9
Vision Valley 3145.

Vision Valley

by The Vines
April 4, 2006
This is the third album for the Australian rock band, now down to a trio after the departure of bassist Patrick Matthews.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.2
Chinese Democracy 3146.

Chinese Democracy

by Guns N' Roses
November 23, 2008
The long-gestating Guns N' Roses album finally sees the light of day.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.0
Continental 3147.

Continental

by Robin Guthrie
May 16, 2006
'Continental' is the second solo album for the former Cocteau Twins guitarist.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Louder Now 3148.

Louder Now

by Taking Back Sunday
April 25, 2006
Eric Valentine (Queens Of The Stone Age) produced the emo band's third studio album and major-label debut.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.1
Hourglass 3149.

Hourglass

by Dave Gahan
October 23, 2007
This is the second solo album for the Depeche Mode singer.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.5
Cage The Elephant 3150.

Cage The Elephant

by Cage the Elephant
April 21, 2009
The debut album for the Kentucky indie-rock band was produced by Jay Joyce.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.3
Intensive Care 3151.

Intensive Care

by Robbie Williams
October 24, 2005
The British singer's latest was produced by Stephen "Tin Tin" Duffy.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.9
Brand New By Tomorrow 3152.

Brand New By Tomorrow

by Money Mark
February 27, 2007
Producer and Beastie Boys collaborator Mark Ramos-Nishita returns with a solo vocal-driven album, his first release in nearly six years (and his first output for Jack Johnson's label).
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Field Manual 3153.

Field Manual

by Chris Walla
January 29, 2008
Death Cab for Cutie member and producer releases his debut solo album.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
6.8
Hungry Bird 3154.

Hungry Bird

by Clem Snide
February 24, 2009
The alt-country indie-rock band led by Eef Barzelay returns with its long-awaited album, completed back in 2006.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Balboa Island 3155.

Balboa Island

by The Pretty Things
August 7, 2007
After more than eight years, the British group returns with its latest album.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.7
Plastic Fang 3156.

Plastic Fang

by The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion
April 9, 2002
The New York trio is back with their fifth album for Matador (and first since 1998). Here, they work with veteran rock producer Steve Jordan and get some help from Bernie Worrell and Dr. John.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
The Flexible Entertainer 3157.

The Flexible Entertainer

by Pit Er Pat
January 26, 2010
This is the first album since Rob Doran left the group in 2008 as Pit Er Pat continues on as a duo with remaining members Butchy Fuego and Fay Davis-Jeffers.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Kill Them With Kindness 3158.

Kill Them With Kindness

by Headlights
August 22, 2006
The indie-pop trio from Illinois--making their debut with 'Kindness'--features former members of Maserati and Absinthe Blind.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.3
Light Of X 3159.

Light Of X

by Miranda Lee Richards
February 10, 2009
The second full-length album for the model/actor-turned-singer from San Francisco.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
The Green Sparrow 3160.

The Green Sparrow

by Mike Gordon
August 5, 2008
The debut album for the Phish bassist includes Trey Anastasio, Chuck Leavell, and Ivan Neville as guest artists.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Tree City 3161.

Tree City

by Robbers On High Street
February 22, 2005
This debut LP for the New York quartet has drawn numerous comparisons to Spoon.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.0
Skin Of Evil 3162.

Skin Of Evil

by Blackout Beach
January 20, 2009
The second full-length solo album for Frog Eyes/Swan Lake's Carey Mercer.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.1
Here Lies Love 3163.

Here Lies Love

by David Byrne & Fatboy Slim
April 6, 2010
David Byrne works with Fatboy Slim for his concept album about the life of the former First Lady of the Philippines, Imelda Marcos. The two-disc set includes singers such as Tori Amos, Steve Earle, Sharon Jones, Cyndi Lauper, Natalie Merchant, Allison Moorer, Santigold, St. Vincent, Martha Wainwright, and Florence Welch.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.5
Oh No 3164.

Oh No

by OK Go
August 30, 2005
Tore Johansson (Franz Ferdinand) produced this second album for the Chicago power-pop outfit.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.5
Until The Earth Begins To Part 3165.

Until The Earth Begins To Part

by Broken Records
July 7, 2009
The debut album for the Scottish septet was produced by producer Ian Caple.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.1
I Get Wet 3166.

I Get Wet

by Andrew W.K.
March 26, 2002
This big-budget debut album from 22-year-old Detroit-raised rocker Andrew WK took the UK (well, at least its music press) by storm in late 2001.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.5
The Illustrated Garden 3167.

The Illustrated Garden

by Radar Bros.
March 23, 2010
The Los Angeles rock band's latest album introduces new members Be Hussey (bass) and Stevie Treichel (drums).
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Disco and The Half Way To Discontent 3168.

Disco and The Half Way To Discontent

by Clinton
January 25, 2000
Clinton consists of the duo behind Cornershop, Ben Ayres and Tjinder Singh. Features the single "People Power In The Disco Hour."
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.4
England, Half English 3169.

England, Half English

by Billy Bragg
March 5, 2002
After recording two well-received albums of Woody Guthrie covers with Wilco, the anti-folk pioneer returns to recording original material, this time with his touring band, the Blokes.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
The History of Rock 3170.

The History of Rock

by Kid Rock
May 30, 2000
A collection of previously unreleased Kid Rock tunes and other miscellany, including demos and re-recorded tracks from early in his career.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.1
A.R.E. Weapons 3171.

A.R.E. Weapons

by A.R.E. Weapons
April 1, 2003
This is the full-length debut for the somewhat intimidating New York trio, who are frequently compared to Suicide.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.6
Circus 3172.

Circus

by Britney Spears
December 2, 2008
Britney tries for another comeback with her sixth album, which features 'Womanizer,' her first Billboard Hot 100 number-one single since '...Baby One More Time.'
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.0
Oceans Will Rise 3173.

Oceans Will Rise

by The Stills
August 19, 2008
The Montreal band releases its third album on its new label Arts & Crafts.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.5
The Great Misdirect 3174.

The Great Misdirect

by Between the Buried and Me
October 26, 2009
The sixth studio album for the metal band was produced with Jamie King.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.8
Be Set Free 3175.

Be Set Free

by Langhorne Slim
September 29, 2009
The latest album for the singer-songwriter was produced by the Decemberists' Chris Funk.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Funplex 3176.

Funplex

by B-52s
March 25, 2008
The first studio album for the band since 1992's "Good Stuff" was produced by Steve Osborne.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.9
See You On The Other Side 3177.

See You On The Other Side

by Korn
December 6, 2005
The Matrix co-produced the band's first album since 2003.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.6
Hang Cool Teddy Bear 3178.

Hang Cool Teddy Bear

by Meat Loaf
May 11, 2010
The latest album for the artist was produced by Rob Cavallo and features such guests as American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi, Queen's Brian May, Steve Val, The Darkness' Justin Hawkins, and Jack Black.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.5
Now Or Heaven 3179.

Now Or Heaven

by The Broken West
September 9, 2008
The sophomore album for the indie rock band based in Los Angeles.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Super Extra Gravity 3180.

Super Extra Gravity

by The Cardigans
September 19, 2006
The veteran Swedish band's sixth studio album was finally released in the U.S. in September 2006, nearly one year after it first surfaced in Europe.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.7
System 3181.

System

by Seal
November 13, 2007
Seal's first studio album since 2003 includes a duet with his wife Heidi Klum.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.1
Return To Form 3182.

Return To Form

by Major Stars
January 26, 2010
This is the latest album for the Massachusetts-based rock band, whose only lineup change occurred in 2005 when Sandra Barrett took over vocal duties for the band from guitarist Wayne Rogers.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Reality Killed The Video Star 3183.

Reality Killed The Video Star

by Robbie Williams
November 17, 2009
The former Take That singer releases his latest solo album produced by Trevor Horn.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.9
Barbara 3184.

Barbara

by We Are Scientists
June 15, 2010
The latest album for the indie rock band We Are Scientists is its first with ex-Razorlight drummer Andy Burrows.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.5
Como te Llama 3185.

Como te Llama

by Albert Hammond, Jr.
July 8, 2008
The sophomore release for the Strokes guitarist was recorded in five weeks.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.4
The Bronx III 3186.

The Bronx III

by The Bronx
November 11, 2008
This is the third album for the Los Angeles punk rock band.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.3
Closer 3187.

Closer

by Better Than Ezra
August 7, 2001
This is the fourth album for the New Orleans-based trio. It is their first release on indie Beyond Music, after being dropped by Elektra for disappointing sales.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.6
Autumn Was A Lark 3188.

Autumn Was A Lark

by Portastatic
October 7, 2003
This odds'n'ends disc compiles covers recorded by Mac McCaughan and his touring band in the studio, acoustic tracks recorded from college radio broadcasts, and one new song.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
City Of Refuge 3189.

City Of Refuge

by Castanets
October 7, 2008
The fourth album for the indie rock band features guest appearances by Jana Hunter, Sufjan Stevens, Dawn Smithson, Scot Tuma, and Ero Gray.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
9th Ward Pickin' Parlor 3190.

9th Ward Pickin' Parlor

by Shawn Mullins
February 14, 2006
Recorded in New Orleans prior to Hurricane Katrina, this diverse set finds the singer-songwriter dabbling in everything from gospel to country, and folk to blues-rock.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Brain Thrust Mastery 3191.

Brain Thrust Mastery

by We Are Scientists
May 13, 2008
The California-based indie rock band, which has had more luck in the UK, releases its latest album.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.7
Permalight 3192.

Permalight

by Rogue Wave
March 2, 2010
Formed in Oakland, California by Zach Schwartz, the indie rock band releases its fourth full-length album and its first with Cameron Jasper who replaced Patrick Abernethy (who took over for Evan Farrell when he left the band in 2007) on bass.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.4
The Believer 3193.

The Believer

by Rhett Miller
February 28, 2006
The second solo disc from the Old 97s frontman includes contributions from Rachael Yamagata and Jon Brion.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.3
Church Gone Wild / Chirpin Hard 3194.

Church Gone Wild / Chirpin Hard

by Hella
March 22, 2005
The Sacramento, Calif. noise-rock duo of Spencer Seim and Zach Hill each claim a disc to themselves on this 2-CD third album.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.4
Where Were You When It Happened? 3195.

Where Were You When It Happened?

by Monotonix
September 8, 2009
This is the debut full-length album for the Israeli rock band.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Beautiful Future 3196.

Beautiful Future

by Primal Scream
July 21, 2008
The latest album from the alt rock group from Scotland was produced in part by Bjorn Yttling.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.1
On The Outside 3197.

On The Outside

by Starsailor
August 22, 2006
Rob Schnapf produced album number three for the James Walsh-led band.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.2
Sleeping With Ghosts 3198.

Sleeping With Ghosts

by Placebo
April 1, 2003
The UK glam-punk band returns with their fourth album.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.7
Velocity of Sound 3199.

Velocity of Sound

by The Apples In Stereo
October 8, 2002
This is the Denver indie-pop band's first new album since 2000's 'The Discovery of a World Inside the Moone.'
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
In Love And Death 3200.

In Love And Death

by The Used
September 28, 2004
This is the third album for the Utah emo-rockers.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.6