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Unreal Unearth 101.

Unreal Unearth

by Hozier
August 18, 2023
The third full-length release from Irish singer-songwriter Hozier features a guest appearance by Brandi Carlile.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.8
ÁTTA 102.

ÁTTA

by Sigur Rós
June 16, 2023
This is the first full-length studio release from Icelandic post-rock band Sigur Rós since 2013's Kveikur.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.8
Blondshell 103.

Blondshell

by Blondshell
April 7, 2023
The debut full-length release from Los Angeles-based Sabrina Teitelbaum as Blondshell was produced by Yves Rothman.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.8
So Much (For) Stardust 104.

So Much (For) Stardust

by Fall Out Boy
March 24, 2023
The eighth full-length studio release from Fall Out Boy was produced by Neal Avron.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.8
Hold the Girl 105.

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.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.8
Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers 106.

Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers

by Kendrick Lamar
May 13, 2022
The fifth full-length studio release for rapper Kendrick Lamar features guest appearances from Baby Keem, Blxst, Sam Dew, Ghostface Killah, Beth Gibbons of Portishead, Kodak Black, Tanna Leone, Taylour Paige, Amanda Reifer, Sampha, and Summer Walker.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.8
Familia 107.

Familia

by Camila Cabello
April 8, 2022
The third full-length solo release for Camila Cabello features guest appearances from Maria Becerra, Ed Sheeran, WILLOW, and Yotuel.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.8
Ivory 108.

Ivory

by Omar Apollo
April 8, 2022
The latest full-length release for singer-songwriter Omar Apollo features guest appearances from Daniel Caesar and Kali Uchis.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.8
The Gods We Can Touch 109.

The Gods We Can Touch

by Aurora
January 21, 2022
The third full-length studio release for the Norwegian pop artist AURORA features a guest appearance from Pomme.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.8
An Evening with Silk Sonic 110.

An Evening with Silk Sonic

by Silk Sonic
November 12, 2021
The full-length collaboration between Anderson .Paak and Bruno Mars was inspired by 1970s funk, soul and R&B music.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.8
Friends That Break Your Heart 111.

Friends That Break Your Heart

by James Blake
October 8, 2021
The fifth full-length studio release for the British singer-songwriter features guest appearances from JID, Monica Martin, SwaVay, and SZA.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.8
Sometimes I Might Be Introvert 112.

Sometimes I Might Be Introvert

by Little Simz
September 3, 2021
The fourth full-length release for the British rapper was produced by Inflo and features guest appearances from Obongjayar and Cleo Sol.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.8
Screen Violence 113.

Screen Violence

by Chvrches
August 27, 2021
The fourth full-length release for the Scottish synth-pop trio features a guest appearance from Robert Smith.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.8
Loving in Stereo 114.

Loving in Stereo

by Jungle
August 13, 2021
The third full-length studio release for the British electronic producer duo of Josh Lloyd-Watson and Tom McFarland features guest appearances from Bas and Priya Ragu.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.8
We're All Alone In This Together 115.

We're All Alone In This Together

by Dave
July 23, 2021
The second full-length studio release for the British rapper features guest appearances from Snoh Aalegra, James Blake, Boj, Stormzy, and WizKid.
Metascore:
92
User Score:
8.8
Home Video 116.

Home Video

by Lucy Dacus
June 25, 2021
The third full-length release for the indie singer-songwriter features contributions from Julien Baker and Phoebe Bridgers.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.8
Music to Be Murdered By - Side B (Deluxe Edition) 117.

Music to Be Murdered By - Side B (Deluxe Edition)

by Eminem
December 18, 2020
The second surprise release in 2020 from the rapper features guest appearances from Anderson .Paak, DJ Premier, Dr. Dre, Miller Glasgow, Skylar Grey, Juice WRLD, KXNG Crooked, MAJ, Brendan Malloy, Joell Ortiz, Royce Da 5'9", Ed Sheeran, Sly Pyper, Don Toliver, Ty Dolla $ign, White Gold, and Young M.A.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.8
Róisín Machine 118.

Róisín Machine

by Róisín Murphy
October 2, 2020
The fifth full-length solo studio release for the Irish electro-pop artist was recorded with Richard Barratt (also known as DJ Parrot or Crooked Man).
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.8
Breach 119.

Breach

by Fenne Lily
September 18, 2020
The second full-length release for the British singer-songwriter was recorded in Chicago with producer Brian Deck and Steve Albini.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.8
What's Your Pleasure? 120.

What's Your Pleasure?

by Jessie Ware
June 26, 2020
The fourth full-length release for the British singer-songwriter features production from Benji B, Simian Mobile Disco's James Ford, Midland, Metronomy's Joseph Mount, and Matthew Tavares.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.8
Punisher 121.

Punisher

by Phoebe Bridgers
June 18, 2020
The second full-length solo release for the singer-songwriter features contributions from Julien Baker, Lucy Dacus, Christian Lee Hutson, Jim Keltner, Warpint's Jenny Lee Lindberg, Blake Mills, Conor Oberst, Bright Eyes' Nathaniel Walcott, and the Yeah Yeah Yeahs' Nick Zinner.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
8.8
Petals for Armor 122.

Petals for Armor

by Hayley Williams
May 8, 2020
The debut full-length solo release for the Paramore singer was produced by Taylor York.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.8
Future Nostalgia 123.

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."
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.8
After Hours 124.

After Hours

by The Weeknd
March 20, 2020
The fourth full-length studio release for the Canadian artist features contributions from such artists as Belly, Max Martin, Metro Boomin, Oneohtrix Point Never, and Tame Impala.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.8
Pang 125.

Pang

by Caroline Polachek
October 18, 2019
The debut full-length release for the former Chairlift singer under her own name features production from A.G. Cook, Danny L Harle, and Valley Girl.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.8
Cala 126.

Cala

by Fionn Regan
August 16, 2019
The sixth full-length solo release for the Irish folk singer-songwriter was made in his hometwon of Bray.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.8
Dedicated 127.

Dedicated

by Carly Rae Jepsen
May 17, 2019
The fourth full-length studio release for the Canadian pop artist features a guest appearance from Electric Guest.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.8
Run the Jewels 3 128.

Run the Jewels 3

by Run the Jewels
December 25, 2016
Available as a free download, the third LP (not including cat-related material) from the duo of El-P and Killer Mike includes contributions from Danny Brown, Zack de la Rocha, Tunde Adebimpe (TV on the Radio), Boots, and Kamasi Washington. Originally scheduled for release in January 2017, it arrived as a surprise on Christmas Day in 2016.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.8
Lady Wood 129.

Lady Wood

by Tove Lo
October 28, 2016
The second full-length release for the Swedish pop artist features guest appearances from Joe Janiak and Wiz Khalifa.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.8
Blackstar 130.

Blackstar

by David Bowie
January 8, 2016
The 25th full-length studio release for the art-rock artist is a seven-track album featuring contributions from Mark Guiliana, Jason Lindner, Donny McCaslin, Ben Monder, LCD Soundsystem's James Murphy, and Tedeschi Trucks Band's Tim Lefebvre.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.8
Art Angels 131.

Art Angels

by Grimes
December 11, 2015
The fourth full-length release for the Canadian artist was self-produced and features guest appearances from Aristophanes and Janelle Monáe.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.8
E-MO-TION 132.

E-MO-TION

by Carly Rae Jepsen
August 21, 2015
The third full-length release for the Canadian pop singer features songs co-written by such artists as Rostam Batmanglij of Vampire Weekend, Dev Hynes, Dan Nigro of As Tall As Lions, Ariel Rechtshaid, Sia, and Peter Svensson of The Cardigans.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.8
Meliora 133.

Meliora

by Ghost / Ghost B.C.
August 21, 2015
The third full-length release for the Swedish metal band was produced by Klas Åhlund.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.8
Currents 134.

Currents

by Tame Impala
July 17, 2015
This is the third full-length release for the Australian psychedelic rock band led by Kevin Parker.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.8
Carrie & Lowell 135.

Carrie & Lowell

by Sufjan Stevens
March 31, 2015
The seventh full-length studio release for the singer-songwriter features contributions from Thomas Bartlett, Sean Carey, Casey Foubert, Ben Lester, Nedelle Torrisi, and Laura Veirs.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
8.8
Hand.Cannot.Erase. 136.

Hand.Cannot.Erase.

by Steven Wilson
March 3, 2015
The fourth solo release for the British artist was inspired by a news article about the discovery of a young woman's dead body in her apartment three years after her death.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.8
Ten Love Songs 137.

Ten Love Songs

by Susanne Sundfør
February 16, 2015
The fifth studio release for the Norwegian singer-songwriter features contributions from Anthony Gonzalez of M83, Lars Horntveth of Jaga Jazzist, Svein & Torbjorn from Röyksopp, and the Trondheimsolistene Chamber Ensemble.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.8
Vulnicura 138.

Vulnicura

by Björk
January 20, 2015
Originally scheduled for a March release, the ninth studio release for the Icelandic singer-songwriter was released early on iTunes after an illegal leak of the songs was available.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.8
Black Messiah 139.

Black Messiah

by D'Angelo
December 15, 2014
The first release in 14 years for the R&B singer features songs co-written with Q-Tip and Kendra Foster as well as co-production from James Gadson, Pino Palladino,and Questlove.
Metascore:
95
User Score:
8.8
Hozier 140.

Hozier

by Hozier
October 7, 2014
The debut full-length release for Irish singer-songwriter Andrew Hozier-Byrne features a guest appearance from Karen Cowley.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.8
Ultraviolence 141.

Ultraviolence

by Lana Del Rey
June 17, 2014
The third full-length release for the pop singer-songwriter was produced by Dan Auerbach and recorded live with a seven-piece band.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.8
Modern Vampires of the City 142.

Modern Vampires of the City

by Vampire Weekend
May 14, 2013
Co-produced by Ariel Rechtshaid and band member Rostam Batmanglij, the third full-length release from the indie rock quartet was inspired by New York City.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.8
Koi No Yokan 143.

Koi No Yokan

by Deftones
November 13, 2012
The seventh studio release for the Sacramento alternative metal group was produced by Nick Raskulinecz.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.8
Lonerism 144.

Lonerism

by Tame Impala
October 9, 2012
The second release for the Perth, Australian band led by Kevin Parker was co-produce with Dave Fridmann.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.8
Channel Orange 145.

Channel Orange

by Frank Ocean
July 17, 2012
Love and life in Los Angeles is the theme of the debut release on Def Jam for Frank Ocean, who earlier this month posted online the liner notes for this album describing a relationship he had with a man.
Metascore:
92
User Score:
8.8
The Idler Wheel Is Wiser than the Driver of the Screw and Whipping Cords Will Serve You More than Ropes Will Ever Do 146.

The Idler Wheel Is Wiser than the Driver of the Screw and Whipping Cords Will Serve You More than Ropes Will Ever Do

by Fiona Apple
June 19, 2012
The singer-songwriter began recording her fourth studio album in secret in 2008 or 2009.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.8
Gallery [EP] 147.

Gallery [EP]

by Craft Spells
May 22, 2012
This seven-track EP from the Northern California indie pop band led by Justin Vallesteros is a follow-up to its 2011 debut full-length, Idle Labor.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.8
The Money Store 148.

The Money Store

by Death Grips
April 24, 2012
The debut release on Epic for Death Grips is the first of two albums released this year by the Sacramento alternative rap trio.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.8
My Head Is an Animal 149.

My Head Is an Animal

by Of Monsters and Men
April 3, 2012
This is the debut full-length album for the Icelandic folk rock band that won the Músiktilraunir, their homeland's battle of the bands competition, in 2010.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
8.8
Visions 150.

Visions

by Grimes
February 21, 2012
The fourth release for the Canadian artist Claire Boucher is her first on the 4AD label.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.8
Echoes of Silence 151.

Echoes of Silence

by The Weeknd
December 21, 2011
This is the third of the Balloon Trilogy mixtapes offered for free via download by Canadian artist, Abel Tesfaye.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.8
Wasting Light 152.

Wasting Light

by Foo Fighters
April 12, 2011
The seventh studio album from the alternative rock band has Dave Grohl bringing in producer Butch Vig (of Nirvana's Nevermind fame) for its latest release.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.8
Immersion 153.

Immersion

by Pendulum
January 25, 2011
The third album for the Australian features guest vocals by The Prodigy's Liam Howlett, Porcupine Tree's Steve Wilson, and the band In Flames.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.8
The  Dissent of Man 154.

The Dissent of Man

by Bad Religion
September 28, 2010
Joe Barresi produced the latest album for the southern California punk band who celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2010.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.8
The Suburbs 155.

The Suburbs

by Arcade Fire
August 3, 2010
The Montreal band return with their third studio album of soaring anthems and varied instrumentation, a pairing that has successfully secured their place as indie rock royalty.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.8
Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty 156.

Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty

by Big Boi
July 6, 2010
OutKast's Big Boi goes solo with an album featuring guest appearances from such artists as Jamie Foxx, Janelle Monae, B.o.B., Gucci Mane, Too Short, and George Clinton.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
8.8
Diamond Eyes 157.

Diamond Eyes

by Deftones
May 4, 2010
The sixth album for the rock band was recorded and released as a substitution (with Sergio Vega on bass) to Eros which was put on hold when bassist Chi Cheng was involved in a serious car accident.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.8
Backspacer 158.

Backspacer

by Pearl Jam
September 20, 2009
The ninth studio album for the Seattle-based alt rock band was produced with Brendan O'Brien.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.8
Man On The Moon: The End Of Day 159.

Man On The Moon: The End Of Day

by Kid Cudi
September 15, 2009
The debut album for the Cleveland-born who helped cowrite four tracks on Kayne West's "808s & Heartbreak."
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.8
Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix 160.

Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix

by Phoenix
May 26, 2009
The fourth album for the French rock band was produced with Philippe Zdar.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.8
The Renaissance 161.

The Renaissance

by Q-Tip
November 4, 2008
Q-Tip returns to release his first solo album in nine years with guests such as D'Angelo, Amanda Diva, Norah Jones, and Raphael Saadiq.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.8
The Way Of All Flesh 162.

The Way Of All Flesh

by Gojira
October 14, 2008
The fourth album for the French metal band features Lamb of God's Randy Blythe as a guest vocalist on one track.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.8
Welcome To The Dollhouse 163.

Welcome To The Dollhouse

by Danity Kane
March 18, 2008
The sophomore album for MTV's "Making the Band 3" group features Missy Elliot on one track.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
8.8
For Emma, Forever Ago 164.

For Emma, Forever Ago

by Bon Iver
February 19, 2008
The debut album from ex-DeYarmond Edison member Justin Vernon.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.8
Alive 2007 165.

Alive 2007

by Daft Punk
December 4, 2007
The second live album for the duo features the June 14th, 2007 concert at the Palais Omnisports de Paris-Bercy.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.8
Boxer 166.

Boxer

by The National
May 22, 2007
Sufjan Stevens is among the guests on the Brooklyn band's follow-up to their acclaimed 2005 release 'Alligator.'
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.8
New Moon 167.

New Moon

by Elliott Smith
May 8, 2007
The twin-CD set 'New Moon' compiles two dozen rare tracks recorded by the late singer-songwriter from 1994-1997.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.8
Fear of a Blank Planet 168.

Fear of a Blank Planet

by Porcupine Tree
April 24, 2007
The ninth album from the British progressive-rock band.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.8
The Devil And God Are Raging Inside Me 169.

The Devil And God Are Raging Inside Me

by Brand New
November 21, 2006
The Long Island emo band's major-label debut was co-produced by Mike Sapone.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.8
The Black Parade 170.

The Black Parade

by My Chemical Romance
October 24, 2006
This highly-anticipated and highly-theatrical concept album follow's the New Jersey band's 2004 breakthrough hit 'Three Cheers For Sweet Revenge.'
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.8
Back To Basics 171.

Back To Basics

by Christina Aguilera
August 15, 2006
The 'Basics' in the title of this double-disc set are the jazzy blues and soul sounds of the 1920s, 30s and 40s, which Aguilera tackles with the help of Linda Perry and DJ Premier.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.8
Loose 172.

Loose

by Nelly Furtado
June 20, 2006
Whoa, Nelly indeed. Timbaland produced the bulk of the singer's dancier, poppier third album, and even sings on one track.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.8
From A Basement On The Hill 173.

From A Basement On The Hill

by Elliott Smith
October 19, 2004
The late singer-songwriter was nearly done with this highly anticipated album at the time of his death in 2003.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.8
Chuck 174.

Chuck

by Sum 41
October 12, 2004
The Canadian punk-pop outfit returns with a fourth LP, produced by Greig Nori. The disc is named after a UN worker (Chuck Pelletier) who helped the band escape violence in the Congo while they were there shooting a film.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.8
Absolution 175.

Absolution

by Muse
March 23, 2004
A commercial and critical success in the UK upon its release in the fall of 2003, 'Absolution' marks the third album for the English rockers (who frequently draw comparisons to Radiohead--but then again, who doesn't?). It also marks their first time working with producer Rich Costey.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.8
Seven Swans 176.

Seven Swans

by Sufjan Stevens
March 16, 2004
The indie singer-songwriter's fourth solo album, produced by Danielson Famile's Daniel Smith, follows on the heels of his critically-lauded 2003 effort 'Greetings From Michigan.'
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.8
Boy In Da Corner 177.

Boy In Da Corner

by Dizzee Rascal
January 20, 2004
This is the debut disc for the 18-year-old London-based rapper (born Dylan Mills), who has been heralded by (among others) Uncut magazine as "good as any MC currently active on Earth."
Metascore:
92
User Score:
8.8
Deja Entendu 178.

Deja Entendu

by Brand New
June 17, 2003
This sophomore disc finds the young emo band expanding on its sound with the help of producer Steven Haigler (Pixies, Quicksand).
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.8
Meteora 179.

Meteora

by Linkin Park
March 25, 2003
This long-awaited follow-up to 2000's 'Hybrid Theory' contains 12 new tracks co-produced by Don Gilmore.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
8.8
Up The Bracket 180.

Up The Bracket

by The Libertines
March 18, 2003
This debut disc from the hyped London garage band (deemed the UK's version of The Strokes by British music mags) was produced by The Clash's Mick Jones.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.8
() 181.

()

by Sigur Rós
October 29, 2002
The very, very distinctive Icelandic band generated an enormous amount of positive press (and deservingly so) for their previous effort, 'Ágætis Byrjun,' which led to a major-label deal and this album, which, like each of its eight tracks, does not have a real title.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.8
Stripped 182.

Stripped

by Christina Aguilera
October 29, 2002
The 22-year-old pop star's second English-language album includes 20 new tracks, most penned by Aguilera herself, although suddenly ubiquitous Linda Perry assists on four songs. Guests include Alicia Keys, Redman, and Dave Navarro.
Metascore:
55
User Score:
8.8
By The Way 183.

By The Way

by Red Hot Chili Peppers
July 9, 2002
Although their ride has been rocky at times, the Los Angeles band is nearing its 20th anniversary. (And if you grew up listening to the band, doesn't that make you feel old.) This, their eighth album, finds the Chili Peppers working with producer Rick Rubin.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.8
Since I Left You 184.

Since I Left You

by The Avalanches
November 6, 2001
This sample-driven Austrialian dance outfit scored a hit in its homeland with this, its debut full-length release (following three EP releases since 1997). The UK music press created a publicity avalanche for the band in the Spring of 2001, as the album picked up strong reviews (quotes from some appear below) and was featured in numerous articles. Packed with over 600 samples of recordings dating from the 1950's to the present (each one credited in the liner notes!) as well as original instrumentation, 'Since I Left You' is a varied and unique record.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.8
Leaves Turn Inside You 185.

Leaves Turn Inside You

by Unwound
April 17, 2001
The first album in three years for the indie rockers is an epic 2-CD set.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.8
Lift Your Skinny Fists Like Antennas to Heaven 186.

Lift Your Skinny Fists Like Antennas to Heaven

by Godspeed You! Black Emperor
September 12, 2000
The second proper album from the Canadian instrumentalists consists of four independent works(each 18-22 minutes long).... yes, that's 2 songs per CD.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.8
White Pony 187.

White Pony

by Deftones
June 20, 2000
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.8
The Moon & Antarctica 188.

The Moon & Antarctica

by Modest Mouse
June 13, 2000
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.8
When The Pawn... 189.

When The Pawn...

by Fiona Apple
November 9, 1999
The full title of this sophomore effort from the 22-year-old singer-songwriter runs a whopping 90 words: When the Pawn Hits the Conflicts He Thinks Like a King What He Knows Throws the Blows When He Goes to the Fight and He'll Win the Whole Thing 'Fore He Enters the Ring There's No Body to Batter When Your Mind Is Your Might So When You Go Solo, You Hold Your Own Hand and Remember That Depth Is the Greatest of Heights and if You Know Where You Stand, Then You Know Where to Land and if You Fall It Won't Matter, 'Cuz You'll Know That You're Right.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.8
Hit Parade 190.

Hit Parade

by Róisín Murphy
September 8, 2023
The latest full-length solo release from Irish artist Róisín Murphy was produced by DJ Koze.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.7
PetroDragonic Apocalypse; or, Dawn of Eternal Night: An Annihilation of Planet Earth and the Beginning of Merciless Damnation 191.

PetroDragonic Apocalypse; or, Dawn of Eternal Night: An Annihilation of Planet Earth and the Beginning of Merciless Damnation

by King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard
June 16, 2023
The latest full-length release from Australian rock band King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard was created similar to Ice, Death, Planets, Lungs, Mushrooms and Lava where they created the songs from jam sessions.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.7
UGLY 192.

UGLY

by slowthai
March 3, 2023
The third full-length release for British rapper slowthai was produced by Dan Carey and features contributions from Kwes Darko, Ethan P. Flynn, Jockstrap’s Taylor Skye, Beabadoobee's Jacob Bugden, Fontaines D.C.'s Liam Toon.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.7
Hugo 193.

Hugo

by Loyle Carner
October 21, 2022
The third full-length release for British rapper Loyle Carner features guest appearances from John Agard, Athian Akec, Olivia Dean, Wesley Joseph, and JNR Williams.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.7
Blue Rev 194.

Blue Rev

by Alvvays
October 7, 2022
Produced by Shawn Everett, the third full-length release for Canadian indie pop band Alvvays was delayed by a number of issues including the theft of demos, a flood, COVID-19 lockdowns, and finding new band members.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.7
Renaissance 195.

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.
Metascore:
91
User Score:
8.7
Hellfire 196.

Hellfire

by Black Midi
July 15, 2022
The third full-length release for British post-punk rock band Black Midi was produced by Marta Salogni.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.7
Dance Fever 197.

Dance Fever

by Florence + the Machine
May 13, 2022
The fifth full-length studio release for British indie rock band Florence + The Machine features production with Jack Antonoff and Glass Animals' Dave Bayley.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.7
Blue Water Road 198.

Blue Water Road

by Kehlani
April 29, 2022
The third full-length studio release for R&B singer-songwriter Kehlani features guest appearances from Ambré, Justin Bieber, Blxst, Jessie Reyez, Syd, and Thundercat.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.7
Zeit 199.

Zeit

by Rammstein
April 29, 2022
When Rammstein's tour was postponed by the COVID-19 pandemic, they started writing and recording this eighth studio release during the lockdowns.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.7
Melt My Eyez See Your Future 200.

Melt My Eyez See Your Future

by Denzel Curry
March 25, 2022
The latest full-length release for Florida rapper Denzel Curry features guest appearances from 454, 6LACK, Robert Glasper, Jasiah, JID, Buzzy Lee, Rico Nasty, Bridget Perez, Powers Pleasant, Karriem Riggins, slowthai, T-Pain, and Saul Williams.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.7

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