Album Releases by User Score


Iechyd Da 1.

Iechyd Da

by Bill Ryder-Jones
January 12, 2024
This is the first full-length solo release in nearly five years from British singer-songwriter Bill Ryder-Jones since 2019's Yawny Yawn.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
tbd
Tigers Blood 2.

Tigers Blood

by Waxahatchee
March 22, 2024
The latest full-length release from singer-songwriter Waxahatchee features contributions from Brad Cook (who also produced), Phil Cook, MJ Lenderman, Spencer Tweedy, Nick Bockrath, and Natalia Chernitsky.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
tbd
I Got Heaven 3.

I Got Heaven

by Mannequin Pussy
March 1, 2024
The fourth full-length release from Philadelphia rock band Mannequin Pussy was produced by John Congleton.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
tbd
Bright Future 4.

Bright Future

by Adrianne Lenker
March 22, 2024
The latest full-length solo release from The Big Thief's Adrianne Lenker was produced with Philip Weinrobe.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
tbd
What Now 5.

What Now

by Brittany Howard
February 9, 2024
The second full-length solo studio release from Alabama Shakes' Brittany Howard was produced with Shawn Everett.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
tbd
Orquídeas 6.

Orquídeas

by Kali Uchis
January 12, 2024
The fourth full-length studio release from Kali Uchis features guest appearances by Rauw Alejandro, El Alfa, City Girls' JT, Karol G, and Peso Pluma.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
tbd
The Past Is Still Alive 7.

The Past Is Still Alive

by Hurray for the Riff Raff
February 23, 2024
The latest full-length release from Alynda Segarra's project Hurray for the Riff Raff features contributions by Anjimile, Brad Cook, Phil Cook, Meg Duffy, S.G. Goodman, Mike Mogis, and Conor Oberst.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
tbd
Filthy Underneath 8.

Filthy Underneath

by Nadine Shah
February 23, 2024
The fifth full-length release from the British singer-songwriter Nadine Shah was produced with Ben Hillier.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
tbd
Blue Lips 9.

Blue Lips

by ScHoolboy Q
March 1, 2024
The sixth full-length studio release from rapper Schoolboy Q features guest appearances by Ab-Soul, Az Chike, Childish Major, Freddie Gibbs, Jozzy, Devin Malik, Rico Nasty, and Lance Skiiiwalker.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
tbd
Bite Down 10.

Bite Down

by Rosali
March 22, 2024
The fourth full-length solo release from singer-songwriter Rosali features Ted Bois, David Nance, James Schroeder, and Kevin Donahue as her backing band.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
tbd
Where's My Utopia? 11.

Where's My Utopia?

by Yard Act
March 1, 2024
The second full-length release from British rock band Yard Act was produced with Gorillaz drummer Remi Kabaka Jr. and features a guest appearance by Katy J Pearson.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
tbd
Audio Vertigo 12.

Audio Vertigo

by Elbow
March 22, 2024
The 10th full-length studio release from British rock band Elbow was recorded in Gloucestershire and London.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
tbd
Letter to Self 13.

Letter to Self

by Sprints
January 5, 2024
The debut full-length release from Dublin post-punk band Sprints was produced by Gilla Band's Daniel Fox.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
tbd
Girl with No Face 14.

Girl with No Face

by Allie X
February 23, 2024
The third full-length studio release from Canadian avant-pop artist Allie X was self-produced.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
tbd
TYLA 15.

TYLA

by Tyla
March 22, 2024
The debut full-length release from South African artist TYLA features guest appearances by Becky G, Gunna, Kelvin Momo, Travis Scott, Skillibeng, and Tems.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Akoma 16.

Akoma

by Jlin
March 22, 2024
The latest full-length release from electronic artist Jlin features guest appearances by Björk, Philip Glass, and Kronos Quartet.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Souvenir 17.

Souvenir

by Omni
February 16, 2024
The latest full-length release from Atlanta post-punk trio Omni features a guest appearance by Izzy Glaudini of Automatic.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Sadness Sets Me Free 18.

Sadness Sets Me Free

by Gruff Rhys
January 26, 2024
The eighth full-length solo studio release from Super Furry Animals frontman Gruff Rhys was recorded in three days in Paris.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Phasor 19.

Phasor

by Helado Negro
February 9, 2024
The eighth full-length studio release for Roberto Carlos Lange under the name Helado Negro was inspired in part by Salvatore Matirano's SAL MAR machine, Lupe Lopez, Pauline Oliveros, and Asheville, North Carolina.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
All Life Long 20.

All Life Long

by Kali Malone
February 9, 2024
Created between 2020 and 2023, the latest full-length release from composer Kali Malone features the Macadam Ensemble and Anima Brass.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Prelude To Ecstasy 21.

Prelude To Ecstasy

by The Last Dinner Party
February 2, 2024
The debut full-length release from British rock band The Last Dinner Party was produced by James Ford.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
The Great Bailout 22.

The Great Bailout

by Moor Mother
March 8, 2024
The latest full-length release from Philadelphia-based artist Moor Mother features guest appearances by Alya Al Sultani, Lonnie Holley, Justmadnice, Kyle Kidd, Sistazz of the Nitty Gritty, and Raia Was.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Something in the Room She Moves 23.

Something in the Room She Moves

by Julia Holter
March 22, 2024
The sixth full-length release for the Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Julia Holter was influenced in part by the birth of her daughter.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Playing Favorites 24.

Playing Favorites

by Sheer Mag
March 1, 2024
The third full-length release from Philadelphia rock band Sheer Mag features a guest appearance by Mdou Moctar.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Eternal Sunshine 25.

Eternal Sunshine

by Ariana Grande
March 8, 2024
The seventh full-length studio release from pop artist Ariana Grande features contributions from Davidior, Oscar Görres, Nick Lee, Max Martin, Ilya Salmanzadeh, and Shintaro Yasuda.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
The Collective 26.

The Collective

by Kim Gordon
March 8, 2024
The second full-length solo release from Sonic Youth's Kim Gordon was produced by Justin Raisen.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Wall of Eyes 27.

Wall of Eyes

by The Smile
January 26, 2024
The second full-length release from rock trio The Smile features string arrangements by the London Contemporary Orchestra and was produced and mixed by Sam Petts-Davies.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
Lovegaze 28.

Lovegaze

by Nailah Hunter
January 12, 2024
The debut full-length release from Los Angeles-based harpist Nailah Hunter was recorded with producer Cicely Goulder.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
Letter to Yu 29.

Letter to Yu

by Bolis Pupul
March 8, 2024
The debut full-length solo release from Belgian-born producer Bolis Pupul was produced with Soulwax.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Mountainhead 30.

Mountainhead

by Everything Everything
March 1, 2024
A society builds a mountain and lives in a hole in the bottom of it is part of the concept behind some of the songs on the seventh full-length release from British art-rock band Everything Everything.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Underdressed at the Symphony 31.

Underdressed at the Symphony

by Faye Webster
March 1, 2024
The fifth full-length release from Atlanta singer-songwriter Faye Webster was recorded in Texas with contributions from Lil Yachty and Wilco's Nels Cline.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Rooting for Love 32.

Rooting for Love

by Laetitia Sadier
February 23, 2024
This is the first full-length solo release from Stereolab singer Lætitia Sadier since 2017's Find Me Finding You, which was released under the name Laetitia Sadier Source Ensemble.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
WORLD WIDE WHACK 33.

WORLD WIDE WHACK

by Tierra Whack
March 15, 2024
This is the first full-length release in six years from Philadelphia rapper Tierra Whack since 2018's Whack World.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
What Happened to the Beach? 34.

What Happened to the Beach?

by Declan McKenna
February 9, 2024
The third full-length studio release from English singer-songwriter Declan McKenna was produced by Gianluca Buccellati.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Three Bells 35.

Three Bells

by Ty Segall
January 26, 2024
The latest full-length solo release from garage rock artist Ty Segall is a 15-song cycle produced with Cooper Crain.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Blood, Hair, and Eyeballs 36.

Blood, Hair, and Eyeballs

by Alkaline Trio
January 26, 2024
The 10th full-length studio release from Chicago punk trio Alkaline Trio is its final with drummer Derek Grant, who left the band to focus on music production, visual art and his mental health.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Cloudward 37.

Cloudward

by Mary Halvorson
January 19, 2024
The latest full-length release from Brooklyn jazz guitarist Mary Halvorson and her band features Laurie Anderson on one track.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Under the Sun 38.

Under the Sun

by Maya Shenfeld
February 23, 2024
The second full-length release from Berlin-based experimental electronic composer Maya Shenfeld includes the Youth Choir Ritterchor and field recordings made in Portugal.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Blue Raspberry 39.

Blue Raspberry

by Katy Kirby
January 26, 2024
The second full-length release from Nashville-based singer-songwriter Katy Kirby was Alberto Sewald and Logan Chung.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Weird Faith 40.

Weird Faith

by Madi Diaz
February 9, 2024
The latest full-length release from the Nashville-based singer-songwriter Madi Diaz features a guest appearance by Kacey Musgraves.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Happiness Bastards 41.

Happiness Bastards

by The Black Crowes
March 15, 2024
The first full-length studio release from Atlanta rock band The Black Crowes in 15 years features a guest appearance by Lainey Wilson and was produced by Jay Joyce.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Big Sigh 42.

Big Sigh

by Marika Hackman
January 12, 2024
The fifth full-length release from British singer-songwriter Marika Hackman was co-produced with Sam Petts Davies and Charlie Andrew.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Peacemaker 43.

Peacemaker

by Vera Sola
February 2, 2024
The second full-length release from Nashville-based singer-songwriter Vera Sola was co-produced and mixed by Kenneth Pattengale.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
She Reaches Out to She Reaches Out to She 44.

She Reaches Out to She Reaches Out to She

by Chelsea Wolfe
February 9, 2024
The seventh full-length studio release from singer-songwriter Chelsea Wolfe was produced by TV on the Radio's Dave Sitek.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Loss of Life 45.

Loss of Life

by MGMT
February 23, 2024
The first full-length release since 2018's Little Dark Age from rock duo MGMT features a guest appearance by Christine and the Queens.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Invincible Shield 46.

Invincible Shield

by Judas Priest
March 8, 2024
The latest full-length release from British heavy metal band Judas Priest was recorded while they were on tour.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Untame the Tiger 47.

Untame the Tiger

by Mary Timony
February 23, 2024
The first full-length solo studio release from singer-songwriter Mary Timony since 2005's Ex Hex was recorded over two years and was mixed by John Agnello, Dave Fridmann, and Dennis Kane.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Harm's Way 48.

Harm's Way

by Ducks Ltd.
February 9, 2024
The second full-length release from Toronto-based duo Ducks Ltd. was produced with Dave Vettraino.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Half Divorced 49.

Half Divorced

by Pissed Jeans
March 1, 2024
The sixth full-length release from Pennsylvania noise rock/punk band Pissed Jeans was produced and mixed with Dan Godwin.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Deeper Well 50.

Deeper Well

by Kacey Musgraves
March 15, 2024
The latest full-length studio release from country singer-songwriter Kacey Musgraves was co-produced with Ian Fitchuk and Daniel Tashian.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
TANGK 51.

TANGK

by Idles
February 16, 2024
The fifth full-length studio album from British band Idles features guest appearances by LCD Soundsystem's James Murphy and Nancy Whang.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Blu Wav 52.

Blu Wav

by Grandaddy
February 16, 2024
Bluegrass and new wave music are the influences on the first full-length studio release from indie rock band Grandaddy since 2017's Last Place.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Little Rope 53.

Little Rope

by Sleater-Kinney
January 19, 2024
the 11th full-length studio release from rock duo Sleater-Kinney was produced by John Congleton.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Daniel 54.

Daniel

by Real Estate
February 23, 2024
The sixth full-length release from Brooklyn-based indie rock band Real Estate was recorded in Nashville with producer Daniel Tashian.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Hole in My Head 55.

Hole in My Head

by Laura Jane Grace
February 16, 2024
The latest full-length solo studio release from Laura Jane Grace features contributions by Drive-By Truckers bassist Matt Patton.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Three 56.

Three

by Four Tet
March 15, 2024
This is the latest full-length release from British indie electronic artist Four Tet.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Glasgow Eyes 57.

Glasgow Eyes

by The Jesus and Mary Chain
March 8, 2024
The latest full-length release from Scottish alternative rock band The Jesus And Mary Chain was recorded in Glasgow.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Grip 58.

Grip

by serpentwithfeet
February 16, 2024
The third full-length release from alternative R&B artist Serpentwithfeet features guest appearances by Mick Jenkins, Orion Sun, Ty Dolla $ign, and Yanga YaYa.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Coming Home 59.

Coming Home

by Usher
February 9, 2024
The first full-length studio release in over seven years from R&B artist Usher features guest appearances by 21 Savage, Burna Boy, H.E.R., Jung Kook of BTS, Latto, Pheelz, The-Dream, and Summer Walker.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
What an Enormous Room 60.

What an Enormous Room

by Torres
January 26, 2024
The sixth full-length release from Brooklyn-based indie rock artist Torres was produced with Sarah Jaffe.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
People Who Aren't There Anymore 61.

People Who Aren't There Anymore

by Future Islands
January 26, 2024
The seventh full-length release from Baltimore synth-pop band Future Islands was produced with Steve Wright.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran 62.

Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran

by Shakira
March 22, 2024
The latest full-length studio release from Latin artist Shakira features guest appearances by with Rauw Alejandro, Bizarrap, Cardi B, Grupo Frontera, Karol G, Milan + Sasha, Ozuna, Fuerza Regida, and Manuel Turizo.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Real Power 63.

Real Power

by Gossip
March 22, 2024
The first full-length studio release from indie rock trio Gossip since 2012's A Joyful Noise was produced by Rick Rubin.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
What Do We Do Now 64.

What Do We Do Now

by J Mascis
February 2, 2024
The latest full-length solo studio release from Dinosaur Jr.'s J Mascis features contributions from The B-52s' Ken Mauri and Matthew "Doc" Dunn.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
MADRA 65.

MADRA

by NewDad
January 26, 2024
The debut full-length release from Irish alternative rock band NewDad was produced by Chris W Ryan and mixed by Alan Moulder.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Liam Gallagher John Squire 66.

Liam Gallagher John Squire

by Liam Gallagher
March 1, 2024
The debut full-length release from the collaboration between former Oasis vocalist Liam Gallagher and Stone Roses guitarist John Squire.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Dark Rainbow 67.

Dark Rainbow

by Frank Carter & the Rattlesnakes
January 26, 2024
The fifth full-length release from British punk band Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes features ballads, pianos, strings, and synths.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Saviors 68.

Saviors

by Green Day
January 19, 2024
The latest full-length release from San Francisco Bay Area pop-punk band Green Day was Saviors was produced with Rob Cavallo.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Still 69.

Still

by Erika de Casier
February 23, 2024
The latest full-length release from Denmark-based artist Erika de Casier featured guest appearances by Blood Orange, Shygirl, and They Hate Change.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Pick-Up Full of Pink Carnations 70.

Pick-Up Full of Pink Carnations

by The Vaccines
January 12, 2024
The latest full-length release from British indie rock band The Vaccines was recorded in Los Angeles and is its first without guitarist Freddie Cowan.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
VENUS 71.

VENUS

by Zara Larsson
February 9, 2024
The fourth full-length release from Swedish pop singer Zara Larsson features a guest appearance by David Guetta.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
King Perry 72.

King Perry

by Lee "Scratch" Perry
February 2, 2024
The final posthumous studio release from dub pioneer Lee "Scratch" Perry (who passed away in 2021) features guest appearances by Greentea Peng, Marta, Fifi Rong Shaun Ryder, Tricky, and Rose Waite.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Bleachers 73.

Bleachers

by Bleachers
March 8, 2024
The fourth full-length studio release from the Jack Antonoff-led band Bleachers features contributions from such artists as Lana Del Rey, Aaron Dessner, Kevin Abstract, and Florence Welch.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
INSANO 74.

INSANO

by Kid Cudi
January 12, 2024
The ninth full-length studio release from rapper Kid Cudi features guest appearances by A$AP Rocky, DJ Drama, Lil Wayne, Lil Yachty, Travis Scott, Pharrell Williams, XXXTentacion, and Young Thug.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
This is Me…Now 75.

This is Me…Now

by Jennifer Lopez
February 16, 2024
The ninth full-length studio release from Jennifer Lopez was inspired by her renewed relationship with Ben Affleck and is a companion to the musical film "This Is Me...Now: A Love Story" and music documentary "The Greatest Love Story Never Told".
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
Vultures 1 76.

Vultures 1

by Kanye West
February 9, 2024
The debut full-length studio release from the collaboration between Kanye West & Ty Dolla $ign is the first of a planned trilogy.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
tbd
Everything I Thought It Was 77.

Everything I Thought It Was

by Justin Timberlake
March 15, 2024
The sixth full-length solo studio release from Justin Timberlake features guest appearances by *NSYNC, Fireboy Dml and Tobe Nwigwe.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
tbd

Titles with fewer than 7 critic reviews are excluded.

Highs and Lows
Highest of the Month
  1. 94

    The Sky Will Still Be There Tomorrow - Charles Lloyd

    • Release Date: Mar 15, 2024
  2. 89

    I Got Heaven - Mannequin Pussy

    • Release Date: Mar 1, 2024
  3. 88

    Bright Future - Adrianne Lenker

    • Release Date: Mar 22, 2024
  4. 86

    Where's My Utopia? - Yard Act

    • Release Date: Mar 1, 2024
  5. 84

    Akoma - Jlin

    • Release Date: Mar 22, 2024
Lowest of the Month
  1. 65

    Kaiser Chiefs' Easy Eighth Album - Kaiser Chiefs

    • Release Date: Mar 1, 2024
  2. 66

    Bleachers - Bleachers

    • Release Date: Mar 8, 2024
  3. 72

    Scope Neglect - Ben Frost

    • Release Date: Mar 1, 2024
  4. 73

    Flora Ocean Tiger Bloom - Meatbodies

    • Release Date: Mar 8, 2024
  5. 74

    Real Power - Gossip

    • Release Date: Mar 22, 2024