Album Releases by Genre

In the Lonely Hour

In the Lonely Hour

by Sam Smith
June 17, 2014
This is the debut full-length release for the British neo-R&B singer-songwriter.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
6.8
Love Goes

Love Goes

by Sam Smith
October 30, 2020
The third full-length release for the British singer-songwriter features guest appearances from Burna Boy, Calvin Harris, Labrinth, Demi Lovato, and Normani.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.3
Faster

Faster

by Samantha Fish
September 10, 2021
The latest full-length release from the blues-rock guitarist was produced by Martin Kierszenbaum and features a guest appearance from Tech N9ne.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
European

European

by Sambassadeur
February 23, 2010
The Swedish pop band named after the Serge Gainsbourg's song releases its third album.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
All That I Am

All That I Am

by Santana
November 1, 2005
Why change a successful formula? Once again, the guitarist finds himself paired with a variety of all-star guests, including Michelle Branch, Joss Stone, Sean Paul, Aerosmith's Steven Tyler, Big Boi and Mary J. Blige.
Metascore:
45
User Score:
4.9
Kaleidoscope Heart

Kaleidoscope Heart

by Sara Bareilles
September 7, 2010
Having been compared to everyone from Norah Jones to Billy Joel, this singer-songwriter returns with her sophomore release that further exemplifies her musical talent and bold lyricism.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.0
In Defense Of The Genre

In Defense Of The Genre

by Say Anything
October 23, 2007
The two-disc album contains more than two dozen guests, including Gerard Way of My Chemical Romance, Chris Carrabba of Dashboard Confessional, and Chad Gilbert of New Found Glory.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.3
Say Anything

Say Anything

by Say Anything
November 3, 2009
The third album for the Los Angeles rock band was produced by Neal Avron.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.6
Alpinisms

Alpinisms

by School of Seven Bells
October 28, 2008
The debut album for the band led by ex-Secret Machines member Benjamin Curtis.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.2
Everybody Wants To Be On TV

Everybody Wants To Be On TV

by Scouting For Girls
April 12, 2010
Andy Green returns as producer for the second album for the British indie rock band.
Metascore:
47
User Score:
2.9
White Water, White Bloom

White Water, White Bloom

by Sea Wolf
September 22, 2009
The second full-length album for the rock band was produce by Mike Mogis.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
System

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
Stars Dance

Stars Dance

by Selena Gomez
July 23, 2013
The fourth full-length studio release for the Disney actress/singer is her first as a solo artist and includes contributions from The Cataracs, Desmond Child, Ester Dean, Mike Del Rio, Dreamlab, David Jost, The Monsters and the Strangerz, Rock Mafia, and Stargate.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
7.0
Revival

Revival

by Selena Gomez
October 9, 2015
The second full-length solo release for the pop singer features a guest appearances from A$AP Rocky.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.9
Rare

Rare

by Selena Gomez
January 10, 2020
The third full-length solo release for the pop artist features guest appearances by 6lack and Kid Cudi (plus Kygo, Gucci Mane and Marshmello on special editions).
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.7
Revelación [EP]

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.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
9.0
S-M Backwards

S-M Backwards

by Serena-Maneesh
September 23, 2008
The Norwegian rock band releases a collection of songs previously only available in Norway.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Histoire de Melody Nelson

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.
Metascore:
96
User Score:
8.0
Timeless

Timeless

by Sergio Mendes
February 14, 2006
The legendary Brazilian artist makes a Santana-style comeback for his first album in eight years, teaming with the Black Eyed Peas' will.i.am and a variety of pop, hip-hop and R&B stars, including Erykah Badu, Justin Timberlake, Jill Scott, Black Though, John Legend and more.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
6.8
Soil

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.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
7.4
Lucky Day

Lucky Day

by Shaggy
October 29, 2002
Second only to Bob Marley in number of total reggae albums sold, international superstar Shaggy returns with his second album for MCA.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
6.3
Fijacion Oral Vol. 1

Fijacion Oral Vol. 1

by Shakira
June 7, 2005
The first of two planned 2005 releases for the Colombian pop star is this Spanish-language disc, with its English counterpart due in the fall.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
6.7
Oral Fixation Vol. 2

Oral Fixation Vol. 2

by Shakira
November 29, 2005
The singer's second 2005 release is sung entirely in English, and includes two tracks originally sung in Spanish on Fijacion Oral Vol. 1.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
6.2
She Wolf

She Wolf

by Shakira
November 23, 2009
The Colombian singer releases her third English-language album, which reunites her with Wyclef Jean, who appeared on their number one single "Hips Don't Lie."
Metascore:
72
User Score:
5.7
Shakira

Shakira

by Shakira
March 25, 2014
The first English-language release since 2009's She Wolf for the Colombian singer features guest appearances from Magic!, Rihanna, and Blake Shelton.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
6.0
Up!

Up!

by Shania Twain
November 19, 2002
Not wanting to offend any potential listeners, the country superstar finally follows up the hit 'Come On Over' with two versions of her new album (both included in this two-CD set): a red disc of pop versions of her 19 new songs, and a green disc of those same 19 songs performed in a country music style. (A third, blue, disc of those songs performed in a world music style is targeted at international consumers.)
Metascore:
72
User Score:
6.9
Whole New You

Whole New You

by Shawn Colvin
March 27, 2001
Shawn Colvin's first album of new material in five years contains 11 tracks, including a collaboration with Edie Brickell ("Roger Wilco").
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.1
Identity Crisis

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.'
Metascore:
83
User Score:
6.3
Detours

Detours

by Sheryl Crow
February 5, 2008
Sheryl Crow returns from an eventful few years with her latest record produced by Brian Bottrell, who also produced her debut.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
5.5
Shocking Pinks

Shocking Pinks

by Shocking Pinks
September 25, 2007
New Zealand-based Nick Harte presents songs from his previously released EPs in this full-length album.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
6.3
No Gravity

No Gravity

by Shontelle
September 21, 2010
Frankie Rose, who previously was in several up-and-coming indie rock bands, such as Vivian Girls, Dum Dum Girls, and Crystal Stilts, returns with the debut album for her own band.
Metascore:
56
User Score:
5.3
Our Ill Wills

Our Ill Wills

by Shout Out Louds
September 11, 2007
The Swedish band releases its second album, produced by fellow Swede Björn Yttling of Peter Bjorn and John.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.2
Exit

Exit

by Shugo Tokumaru
September 2, 2008
The latest album from the Japanese musician includes more than 50 instruments.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.0
Some People Have Real Problems

Some People Have Real Problems

by Sia
January 8, 2008
The third album for the Australian singer known for her work with Zero 7.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.9
We Are Born

We Are Born

by Sia
June 22, 2010
Famous for her soaring vocals, Sia's new release brings brilliance to the modern pop track, with catchy grooves, soulful song arrangements, and a few synth-heavy dance beats that are playful and party friendly.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.8
This Is Acting

This Is Acting

by Sia
January 29, 2016
The seventh full-length release for the Australian singer features songs originally written for other artists such as Adele, Beyoncé, and Rihanna.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.8
Reasonable Woman

Reasonable Woman

by Sia
May 3, 2024
The latest full-length release from Australian pop artist Sia features guest appearances by Paris Hilton, Jimmy Jolliff, Kaliii, Chaka Khan, Labrinth, Kylie Minogue, and Tierra Whack.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
tbd
How to Let Go

How to Let Go

by Sigrid
May 6, 2022
The second full-length release for the Norwegian pop singer-songwriter Sigrid features a guest appearance from Bring Me The Horizon.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.1
Everything/Everything

Everything/Everything

by Simon Bookish
October 21, 2008
British composer Leo Chadburn, who has worked with such artists as Patrick Wolf and Saint Etienne, releases a more pop-oriented album as Simon Bookish.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Big Music

Big Music

by Simple Minds
November 24, 2014
The 16th studio release for the Scottish pop band features production from Gavin Goldberg, Steve Hillage, Steve Osborne, Owen Parker, and Andy Wright.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.3
Simple Plan

Simple Plan

by Simple Plan
February 12, 2008
The third album for the Quebecois punk-pop band was produced by Dave Fortman, Danjahandz, and Max Martin.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
6.9
The Joy of Sing-Sing

The Joy of Sing-Sing

by Sing-Sing
September 3, 2002
This is the debut full-length release for the retro-pop band (think Cardigans or St. Etienne) founded by Lush guitarist/vocalist Emma Anderson and vocalist Lisa O'Neill. Many of the band's earlier singles appear here (in reworked versions), along with new material, all produced by Mark Van Hoen (Locust).
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Sing-Sing And I

Sing-Sing And I

by Sing-Sing
February 14, 2006
This is the second album for the duo of Emma Anderson (Lush) and Lisa O'Neill. Mark Van Hoen returns as producer.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
tbd
Mantaray

Mantaray

by Siouxsie
October 2, 2007
Siouxsie Sioux of the rock band Siouxsie & the Banshees and The Creatures releases her debut solo album.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.5
Return Of Dragon

Return Of Dragon

by Sisqó
June 19, 2001
This is actor-singer Sisqo's sophomore effort, following his 1999 debut 'Unleash The Dragon.' (Sense a pattern here?) Teddy Riley produced the lead single, "Can I Live."
Metascore:
61
User Score:
7.2
Don't Look Down

Don't Look Down

by Skylar Grey
July 9, 2013
The debut release for Holly Brook under the name Skylar Grey was executive produced by Eminem and Alex Da Kid with guest appearances by Angel Haze, Travis Barker, Big Sean and Eminem.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
8.3
Parallel Play

Parallel Play

by Sloan
June 10, 2008
This is the latest album for the Canadian rock-pop quartet.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
5.9
A Hundred Million Suns

A Hundred Million Suns

by Snow Patrol
October 28, 2008
The fifth album for the Irish band was produced by Jacknife Lee.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.3
Up To Now

Up To Now

by Snow Patrol
November 10, 2009
The two-disc compilation album features three new tracks.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
6.9
Wet Tennis

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.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.2
Low Kick And Hard Bop

Low Kick And Hard Bop

by Solex
September 11, 2001
Solex is Amsterdam-based songwriter Elisabeth Esselink, and this is her third album for Matador. Like her previous albums, 'Low Kick' is filled with dozens of eclectic samples pulled from albums found at Esselink's record shop.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.2
Two Way Monologue

Two Way Monologue

by Sondre Lerche
March 9, 2004
21-year-old Norwegian pop singer-songwriter Sondre Lerche returns with his second U.S. release.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.3
Duper Sessions

Duper Sessions

by Sondre Lerche
March 21, 2006
The Norwegian artist (backed here by The Faces Down Quartet) remakes himself as a cabaret singer, with a disc full of jazz-pop tunes including a cover of the standard "Night and Day."
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.3
Product

Product

by SOPHIE
November 27, 2015
The singles collection from the British electronic producer Samuel Long features songs released between 2013 and 2015.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.0
Wanderlust

Wanderlust

by Sophie Ellis-Bextor
January 20, 2014
The fifth full-length release for the British indie singer was co-written and produced by Ed Harcourt.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.3
I Believe

I Believe

by Spain
May 15, 2001
The Josh Haden-led Spain expanded to a four-piece band for this, their third album.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
Exotic Creatures Of The Deep

Exotic Creatures Of The Deep

by Sparks
June 10, 2008
The indie-pop duo releases its twenty-first album.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.1
Some Sweet Relief

Some Sweet Relief

by Speck Mountain
March 17, 2009
The second album for the rock band headed by Marie-Claire Balabanian and Karl Briedrick.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Forever

Forever

by Spice Girls
November 7, 2000
Metascore:
45
User Score:
7.2
Let It Come Down

Let It Come Down

by Spiritualized
September 25, 2001
Over two years in the making, 'Let It Come Down' is the UK band's first album of new material in four years. It utilizes over 100 musicians (including an orchestra and choral singers), although the music was entirely written and arranged by guitarist Jason Pierce.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.3
Girls Can Tell

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).
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.0
Bedlam Ballroom

Bedlam Ballroom

by Squirrel Nut Zippers
October 17, 2000
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Starfucker

Starfucker

by Starfucker
September 23, 2008
The indie electro-pop trio from Portland, Oregon releases its debut album.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.4
Built On Squares

Built On Squares

by Starlight Mints
May 20, 2003
Another somewhat strange indie-pop band from Oklahoma (Flaming Lips, anyone?), the Starlight Mints return with 11 catchy new tunes on this sophomore release.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
6.0
Eban & Charley [Soundtrack]

Eban & Charley [Soundtrack]

by Stephin Merritt
January 22, 2002
Stephin Merritt (Magnetic Fields, Future Bible Heroes, Gothic Archies, The 6ths) provides the low-key score to the James Bolton indie film, consisting of 10 instrumental and 6 vocal tracks.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Double Bubble

Double Bubble

by Stereo MC's
July 28, 2008
The sixth studio album for the British electronic trio was produced by Tic-Toc.
Metascore:
47
User Score:
tbd
Musique Automatique

Musique Automatique

by Stereo Total
October 8, 2002
This is the fifth LP for the French-pop-influenced, Berlin-based duo of Francoise Cactus and Brezel Goring.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Do The Bambi

Do The Bambi

by Stereo Total
January 25, 2005
This is the first Kill Rock Stars release for the Berlin-based pop duo of Francoise Cactus and Brezel Goring.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
First of the Microbe Hunters

First of the Microbe Hunters

by Stereolab
May 16, 2000
Metascore:
59
User Score:
tbd
Sound-Dust

Sound-Dust

by Stereolab
August 28, 2001
This is the eighth full-length release for British art-pop ensemble. Not surprisingly, John McEntire and Jim O'Rourke co-produced the album, with additional contributions from Sean O'Hagan (The High Llamas).
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.2
Instant O In The Universe [EP]

Instant O In The Universe [EP]

by Stereolab
October 7, 2003
This five-song EP represents the first new studio material for the once prolific English band in two years (and first since the death of longtime member Mary Hansen). A new LP awaits in early 2004.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
7.0
Dead Blue

Dead Blue

by Still Corners
September 16, 2016
This is the third full-length release for the dream-pop duo of Greg Hughes and Tessa Murray.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Sacred Love

Sacred Love

by Sting
September 30, 2003
Did you know this guy used to be in the Police?
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.7
If On A Winter's Night...

If On A Winter's Night...

by Sting
October 26, 2009
Sting's latest solo album features some traditional music from the UK with winter themes.
Metascore:
43
User Score:
7.4
Sweet 7

Sweet 7

by Sugababes
March 15, 2010
The seventh album for the British pop group is its first with new singer Jade Ewen, who replaced Keisha Buchanan, the last original member.
Metascore:
39
User Score:
3.8
Music For Cougars

Music For Cougars

by Sugar Ray
July 21, 2009
The first studio album for the Mark McGrath-led rock band since 2006.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
6.3
Mwng

Mwng

by Super Furry Animals
June 20, 2000
The Furries return with an entire album of Welsh-language songs.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.4
Astro Coast

Astro Coast

by Surfer Blood
January 19, 2010
The Florida-based quintet shows the influence of 1990s alternative and indie rock music on its debut full-length album.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.5
I Dreamed A Dream

I Dreamed A Dream

by Susan Boyle
November 23, 2009
The Britain’s Got Talent runner-up releases her debut album produced by Steve Mac.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
6.0
Blómi

Blómi

by Susanne Sundfør
April 28, 2023
The sixth full-length studio release from Norwegian singer-songwriter Susanne Sundfør was produced by Jørgen Træen.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.2
Lay Down The Law

Lay Down The Law

by Switches
March 18, 2008
The debut album for the British rock band was produced by Rob Schnapf.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Hello Hurricane

Hello Hurricane

by Switchfoot
November 10, 2009
The latest album for the rock band from San Diego is the first of four recorded in the same session to be released.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.9
Dangerous And Moving

Dangerous And Moving

by T.A.T.U
October 11, 2005
Three years after their sensational debut (and we don't use that adjective in the way that means "outstanding"), it turns out that they aren't schoolgirls, and they aren't lesbians. But what the Russian duo does have on this second album is Sting. Now that's edgy!
Metascore:
53
User Score:
8.0
Puzzle

Puzzle

by Tahiti 80
June 6, 2000
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Wallpaper For The Soul

Wallpaper For The Soul

by Tahiti 80
October 8, 2002
Ivy's Andy Chase produced this sophomore effort from the French band that gave us 2000's irresistibly poppy 'Puzzle.'
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.3
Rokstarr

Rokstarr

by Taio Cruz
June 1, 2010
The London-based producer/singer-songwriter who worked with such artists as Omar, Sugababes, Cheryl Cole, Kesha, McFly, and Kylie Minogue releases his second album.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
3.4
The Circus

The Circus

by Take That
December 1, 2008
Take That returns with its second album (fifth studio album overall) since their return, again produced by John Shanks.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
6.7
III

III

by Take That
December 15, 2014
The seventh studio release for the pop band sees group returning as a trio with Robbie Williams and Jason Orange leaving the group in 2014.
Metascore:
42
User Score:
4.2
Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift

by Taylor Swift
October 24, 2006
The debut-full-length release for the 16-year-old country-pop singer-songwriter was produced by Nathan Chapman and Robert Ellis Orrall.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.4
Speak Now

Speak Now

by Taylor Swift
October 25, 2010
The singer-songwriter's third album is the first that she wrote entirely on her own and remains true to her country-pop roots that made her one of the biggest selling artists of 2009.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.6
Red

Red

by Taylor Swift
October 22, 2012
Taylor Swift's fourth album was produced by Max Martin and features Mark Foster (Foster the People) and singer/songwriter Lori McKenna.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.6
reputation

reputation

by Taylor Swift
November 10, 2017
The sixth full-length studio release for the pop singer-songwriter features guest appearances from Future and Ed Sheeran.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.3
1989 (Taylor's Version)

1989 (Taylor's Version)

by Taylor Swift
October 27, 2023
The re-recording of Taylor Swift's 2014 album 1989 includes five unreleased tracks.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
tbd
Howdy!

Howdy!

by Teenage Fanclub
January 22, 2002
This is the sixth studio LP from the Scottish three-piece.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.0
Crybaby

Crybaby

by Tegan and Sara
October 21, 2022
The 10th full-length studio release for Candian indie pop duo Tegan And Sara was produce with John Congleton.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.4
Telekinesis!

Telekinesis!

by Telekinesis
April 7, 2009
The debut album for the rock band led by Michael Benjamin Lerner was produced by Death Cab For Cutie's Chris Walla.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
6.2
Ten Kens

Ten Kens

by Ten Kens
September 23, 2008
This is the debut album for the Canadian quartet.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Lemonade Stand

Lemonade Stand

by Tenille Townes
June 26, 2020
The first major label full-length release for the Nashville-based country singer-songwriter features a guest appearance from Keelan Donovan and was produced by Jay Joyce.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Hyacinths and Thistles

Hyacinths and Thistles

by The 6ths
September 5, 2000
The Magnetic Fields' Stephin Merritt returns with a second disc under The 6ths nameplate (following 1995's Wasps' Nests). Like its predecessor, this album features original Merritt compositions sung by guest vocalists, including Gary Numan, Sarah Cracknell, Marc Almond, Bob Mould, and Sally Timms.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Fast Times At Barrington High

Fast Times At Barrington High

by The Academy Is...
August 19, 2008
The third album for the pop punk group from Chicago was produced by Sam Hollander and Dave Katz.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.3