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	76 Skeleton by Figurines March 7, 2006 'Skeleton' is the U.S. debut for the four-piece indie-rock group from Denmark, who have drawn comparisons to Built To Spill and Modest Mouse. Metascore: 76 User Score: 8.0
	73 Witch by Witch March 7, 2006 This is the debut for the new band led by Dinosaur Jr.'s J. Mascis (here on drums), joined by members of psych-rockers Feathers. Metascore: 73 User Score: tbd
	77 The Maginot Line by Raising The Fawn March 7, 2006 This is the third album for the Toronto band led by John Crossingham, also of Broken Social Scene. Metascore: 77 User Score: tbd
	74 The Invisible Deck by The Rogers Sisters March 7, 2006 Compared to a no-wave B-52's, the garage-rock trio Rogers Sisters return with a second LP, produced by Tim Barnes. Metascore: 74 User Score: 7.7
	73 You See Colours by Delays March 6, 2006 Graham Sutton produced this sophomore set for the English band fronted by Greg Gilbert. Metascore: 73 User Score: 8.4

	74 Making Dens by Mystery Jets March 6, 2006 'Dens' is the debut LP for England's Mystery Jets, who are led by vocalist Blaine Harrison and whose guitarist is Blaine's 55-year-old father, Henry. Metascore: 74 User Score: 8.6
	68 Everything Is by Nine Black Alps February 28, 2006 This is the debut album for the neo-grunge outfit based in Manchester, England. Metascore: 68 User Score: 8.4
	67 Soft Money by Jel February 28, 2006 A member of Subtle, Themselves and 13 & God, Jel (aka Jeffery James Logan) makes his true solo LP deubt with this 12-track effort. Ms John Soda's Stefanie Bohm, Fog's Andrew Broder, and cLOUDDEAD's Odd Nosdam are among the guests. Metascore: 67 User Score: 8.1
	57 If Only You Were Lonely by Hawthorne Heights February 28, 2006 The big-selling indie emo band from Dayton, Ohio returns with a second album. Metascore: 57 User Score: 5.8
	60 Breaking Up by The Research February 27, 2006 'Breaking Up' is the English trio's debut album. Metascore: 60 User Score: tbd

	82 Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not by Arctic Monkeys February 21, 2006 Not only the most-hyped band of early 2006, Sheffield, England's Arctic Monkeys (led by 19-year-old Alex Turner) managed to accomplish what the likes of Franz Ferdinand and The Libertines couldn't do before them: set the UK record for fastest-selling debut album of all time. Metascore: 82 User Score: 8.2
	80 The Last Romance by Arab Strap February 21, 2006 The Scottish duo of Aidan Moffett and Malcolm Middleton return with a sixth studio album. Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.3
	88 Destroyer's Rubies by Destroyer February 21, 2006 Dan Bejar's seventh Destroyer record is as lyrically dense as ever, but marks a shift to a full-band, guitar-oriented sound after 2004's more eclectic 'Your Blues.' Metascore: 88 User Score: 8.0
	75 Everything Wrong Is Imaginary by Lilys February 21, 2006 Kurt Heasley's eighth Lilys album finds him working with hip-hop producer Michael Musmanno. Metascore: 75 User Score: 7.8
	79 Six Demon Bag by Man Man February 21, 2006 The newly reconfigured Philadelphia band, known mainly for their carnivalesque, acquired-taste sound and well-received live shows, return with a second LP. Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.6

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	71 What The Toll Tells by Two Gallants February 21, 2006 This is the second album (and Saddle Creek debut) for the San Francisco duo of Adam Stephens and Tyson Vogel. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.2
	76 Future Women by The M's February 21, 2006 This is the second disc for the Chicago four-piece fronted by Josh Chicoine. Metascore: 76 User Score: 7.9
	75 With Strings Live At Town Hall by Eels February 21, 2006 This 22-song live recording (taped at a New York City show in June, 2005) finds Mark Oliver Everett backed by a variety of instrumentalists and, yes, a string quartet. Metascore: 75 User Score: 8.5
	73 Bitter Honey by Eef Barzelay February 21, 2006 This stripped-down, all-acoustic set marks the solo debut for the Clem Snide frontman. Metascore: 73 User Score: tbd
	78 Leaders Of The Free World by Elbow February 21, 2006 This is the self-produced third album for the Manchester, England band. Metascore: 78 User Score: 8.7
	65 Now Is The Time! by Polysics February 21, 2006 This is the fourth quirky release for the exclamation-point-loving, Devo-esque, Tokyo-based band. Metascore: 65 User Score: tbd
	59 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
	74 Voices by Matchbook Romance February 14, 2006 This is the expansive second album for the New York state emo outfit. Metascore: 74 User Score: 6.9
	65 The Tourniquet by Magnet February 14, 2006 This is the second album for Norwegian singer-songwriter Even Johansen, who records under the name Magnet. Metascore: 65 User Score: tbd
	56 Down In Albion by Babyshambles February 14, 2006 The Clash's Mick Jones produced this debut LP for the new band from The Libertines' Pete Doherty. Metascore: 56 User Score: 7.4
	78 The Life Pursuit by Belle and Sebastian February 7, 2006 Tony Hoffer produced this seventh studio LP for the veteran Scottish indie-pop band. Metascore: 78 User Score: 8.6
	58 Senor Smoke by Electric Six February 7, 2006 The Detroit band returns with a second album. Metascore: 58 User Score: 8.4
	78 Comfort Of Strangers by Beth Orton February 7, 2006 Jim O'Rourke produced the singer-songwriter's fourth LP. Metascore: 78 User Score: 7.8
	75 The Minus 5 [The Gun Album] by The Minus 5 February 7, 2006 Scott McCaughey's seventh Minus 5 album includes contributions from members of Wilco, R.E.M., The Decemberists, Ministry, The Posies and more. Metascore: 75 User Score: 8.7
	76 Lantern by Clogs February 7, 2006 This is the fourth album for the improvisational, instrumental, genre-defying four-piece, which shares a guitarist (Bryce Dessner) with The National. Metascore: 76 User Score: 8.4
	81 Magnificent City by Aceyalone February 7, 2006 'City' finds veteran underground rapper Aceyalone backed by beats from RJD2. Metascore: 81 User Score: 7.2
	77 Idols Of Exile by Jason Collett February 7, 2006 Howie Beck produced this latest studio outing for the Toronto singer-songwriter, who is also a member of Broken Social Scene. Many members of that band guest on this record, including Emily Haines and Kevin Drew. Metascore: 77 User Score: 8.6
	79 Below The Branches by Kelley Stoltz February 7, 2006 The San Francisco-based psych-rock solo artist returns with a third full-length. Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.0
	77 Last Night Becomes This Morning by Swearing At Motorists February 7, 2006 This is the first album in four years for the Dayton, Ohio indie rock band fronted by Dave Doughman. Metascore: 77 User Score: tbd
	64 Run The Road Volume 2 by Various Artists February 7, 2006 This is the second in a series of compilations showcasing the UK grime scene. Included here are artists such as Kano and Plan B. Metascore: 64 User Score: tbd
	73 The Indian Tower by Pearls And Brass January 24, 2006 This is the second album for the Pennsylvania stoner-rock outfit. Metascore: 73 User Score: 8.0
	66 Film School by Film School January 24, 2006 The San Francisco post-punk band's second album follows five years after their debut. Metascore: 66 User Score: 7.1
	76 What Are You On? by East River Pipe January 24, 2006 'What Are You On?' is the latest home-recorded offering from New York multi-instrumentalist F.M. Cornog. Metascore: 76 User Score: 8.7
	60 Kings & Queens by The National Trust January 24, 2006 The Chicago-based outfit led by Neil Rosario and Mark Henning return with a Prince-esque sophomore set. Metascore: 60 User Score: tbd
	71 Detrola by His Name Is Alive January 24, 2006 The first album in four years for Warn Defever & co. is also the band's debut for new label Reincarnate (after multiple releases on 4AD). Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.0
	67 Omnibus by Tarkio January 24, 2006 Before he was in The Decemberists, singer-songwriter Colin Meloy fronted a Montana alt-country/alt-rock outfit known as Tarkio. This set collects that band's entire output of 27 tracks. Metascore: 67 User Score: 8.0
	78 Up Above by Town & Country January 24, 2006 Asian instrumentation is highlighted on the Chicago minimalist, avant-garde outfit's sixth release. Metascore: 78 User Score: tbd
	80 The Greatest by Cat Power January 24, 2006 Despite the misleading title, 'The Greatest' is not a best-of collection, but rather is Chan Marshall's first album of original songs in three years. It was recorded in Memphis and finds the singer backed by some of that city's legendary session musicians. Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.3
	71 Amber by Clearlake January 24, 2006 The third album for the British band (now down to three members) was co-produced by Steve Osborne and Jim Abbiss along with Clearlake frontman Jason Pegg. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.4
	63 Sun, Sun, Sun by The Elected January 24, 2006 Rilo Kiley's Blake Sennett returns with a sophomore set for his side project, The Elected. Contributors include members of Eisley and Bright Eyes, as well as Rilo Kiley bandmate Jenny Lewis. Metascore: 63 User Score: 8.5
	78 Rabbit Fur Coat by Jenny Lewis With The Watson Twins January 24, 2006 This is the solo debut for former child star, Rilo Kiley frontwoman and occasional Postal Service vocalist Jenny Lewis. Contributors include Bright Eyes' Conor Oberst, Death Cab For Cutie's Ben Gibbard and singer-songwriter M. Ward. Metascore: 78 User Score: 7.5
	65 The Brave And The Bold by Tortoise & Bonnie "Prince" Billy January 24, 2006 The first collaboration between singer-songwriter Will Oldham and Chicago instrumental post-rockers Tortoise features 10 covers, including takes on songs by Elton John and Bruce Springsteen. Metascore: 65 User Score: 7.5
	71 From A Compound Eye by Robert Pollard January 24, 2006 The first post-GBV solo outing for the prolific Pollard was produced by Todd Tobias. Metascore: 71 User Score: 7.9
	68 Makers by Rocky Votolato January 24, 2006 This is the fourth solo album for the former Waxwing member. Metascore: 68 User Score: 8.6
	79 Tales From Turnpike House by Saint Etienne January 24, 2006 Sarah Cracknell & co.'s latest is a concept album about the residents of a London high rise. Metascore: 79 User Score: 7.8
	66 For Screening Purposes Only by Test Icicles January 24, 2006 This debut (and, it turns out, final album) from the noisy London trio was produced by James Ford (Simian). Metascore: 66 User Score: 7.6
	72 Standing In The Way Of Control by Gossip January 24, 2006 This is the third LP for the Washington state punk trio. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.4
	67 With Love And Squalor by We Are Scientists January 10, 2006 This is the major-label debut for the Brooklyn-based indie-rock trio fronted by Keith Murray. Metascore: 67 User Score: 8.2
	69 First Impressions Of Earth by The Strokes January 3, 2006 The Strokes have abandoned longtime producer Gordon Raphael (well, for all but three tracks) in favor of David Kahne (Sugar Ray) for their third album. Metascore: 69 User Score: 8.0
	69 29 by Ryan Adams December 20, 2005 Ethan Johns produced the singer-songwriter's third and final release of 2005, which unlike its predecessors is a stripped-down solo affair consisting of nine lengthy story-songs each representing a year of Adams' life during his twenties. Metascore: 69 User Score: 8.7
	67 Coming On Strong by Hot Chip November 29, 2005 This debut full-length for the London group headed by Joe Goddard and Alexis Taylor is a (semi-)tongue-in-cheek mix of diverse styles such as fake-gangsta-rap, R&B, soul, electronica, and more. Metascore: 67 User Score: 8.1
	71 Sewed Soles by The Greenhornes November 29, 2005 This 19-song disc compiles songs from each of the Cincinnati, Ohio band's releases. Metascore: 71 User Score: tbd
	71 A Colores by Tristeza November 22, 2005 This is the fourth album for the San Diego, Calif. instrumental post-rock outfit. Metascore: 71 User Score: tbd
	76 Peel Sessions by Galaxie 500 November 22, 2005 The first official release of the trio's two BBC radio sessions for John Peel (recorded in 1989 and 1990) includes covers of songs by the Sex Pistols and Jonathan Richman. Metascore: 76 User Score: tbd
	79 Full Of Light And Full Of Fire by The Mendoza Line November 22, 2005 This is the topical seventh album for the indie rockers fronted by the recently married Shannon McArdle and Timothy Bracy. Metascore: 79 User Score: 7.6
	79 Oh You're So Silent Jens by Jens Lekman November 22, 2005 This CD collects tracks from the Swedish artist's most recent EPs and singles. Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.1
	74 Recording A Tape The Colour Of The Light by Bell Orchestre November 15, 2005 This is the long-in-the-making debut album for the instrumental Montreal band that shares two members (Sarah Neufeld and Richard Reed Parry) with the Arcade Fire. Metascore: 74 User Score: 8.1
	73 Summer In The Southeast by Bonnie "Prince" Billy November 15, 2005 This 17-song set was recorded during Will Oldham's 2004 tour. Metascore: 73 User Score: 7.8
	69 Father Divine by Mike Ladd November 15, 2005 Professor Ladd's second 2005 release is a punk concept album about religious leader George Baker. Metascore: 69 User Score: tbd
	85 Kicking Television: Live In Chicago by Wilco November 15, 2005 This two-disc set compiles 23 live performances culled from a four-night stand at the Vic Theatre in the band's native Chicago earlier in 2005. Metascore: 85 User Score: 8.8
	74 Motion Sickness [Live] by Bright Eyes November 15, 2005 This 15-song live set from Conor Oberst & co.'s 2005 tour is heavy on material from 'I'm Wide Awake, It's Morning' and includes covers of Elliott Smith and Feist. Metascore: 74 User Score: 7.3
	81 Akron/Family & Angels Of Light by Akron/Family & Angels Of Light November 8, 2005 This split LP includes seven new Akron/Family tracks and five new songs from Michael Gira's Angels Of Light project (which, of course, features backing by Akron/Family). Metascore: 81 User Score: 7.4
	68 Suitcase 2: American Superdream Wow by Guided by Voices November 8, 2005 This companion to the original 'Suitcase' continues where that box set left off, packing 100 more GBV rareties and outtakes from the now-disbanded group onto four discs. Metascore: 68 User Score: tbd
	77 For The Season by The Gris Gris November 8, 2005 This is the second album for the garage-psych outfit led by Greg Ashley. Metascore: 77 User Score: 8.3
	64 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
	74 We Have Sound by Tom Vek October 25, 2005 This is the first album for London's 24-year-old, one-man-garage-band Tom Vek. Metascore: 74 User Score: 8.0
	63 Rehearsing My Choir by The Fiery Furnaces October 25, 2005 Siblings Matt and Eleanor Friedberger are joined by their 83-year-old grandmother (!) on their latest eclectic release. Metascore: 63 User Score: 7.9
	72 Descended Like Vultures by Rogue Wave October 25, 2005 Unlike debut 'Out Of The Shadow,' album number two is a full-band affair, with Zach Rogue joined in the studio by his touring band. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.3
	84 These Were The Earlies by The Earlies October 25, 2005 The half American, half English four-piece make their debut with an album that, like Manitoba's Up In Flames, combines organic and electronic elements from a variety of genres into a unique psychedelic stew. Metascore: 84 User Score: 8.5
	62 Hey People! by The Beautiful New Born Children October 18, 2005 This is the debut album for the four-piece garage-rock band fronted by Kpt.Michi.Gan's Michael Beckett. Metascore: 62 User Score: tbd
	84 Feels by Animal Collective October 18, 2005 Electric where the mellower 'Sung Tongs' was acoustic, 'Feels' is nevertheless another idiosyncratic outing for the freak-folk four-piece. Metascore: 84 User Score: 8.7
	88 Hypermagic Mountain by Lightning Bolt October 18, 2005 The abrasive bass/drums duo of Brian Gibson and Brian Chippendal return with a follow-up to 2003's 'Wonderful Rainbow.' Metascore: 88 User Score: 6.7
	81 Tanglewood Numbers by Silver Jews October 18, 2005 Will Oldham and members of the Jesus Lizard and Lambchop guest on David Berman's country-tinged fifth Silver Jews disc, which also sees the return of on-again, off-again band member Stephen Malkmus. Metascore: 81 User Score: 8.6
	63 Black Acetate by John Cale October 18, 2005 A bit more rock-oriented than its predecessor, 'Acetate' is nevertheless another experimental effort from the now-63-year-old Cale. Metascore: 63 User Score: 8.3
	59 Young Adults Against Suicide by Ninja High School October 18, 2005 This is the debut LP for the Toronto indie-rap collective (excuse us, the "positive hardcore dance-rap band") led by Matt Collins. Metascore: 59 User Score: 7.4
	77 Celebration by Celebration October 11, 2005 Members of TV On The Radio produced and contributed to this debut Celebration LP from Baltimore husband and wife Sean Antanaitis and Katrina Ford (joined in Celebration by drummer David Bergander), who have previously played in bands Jaks and Love Life. Metascore: 77 User Score: tbd
	79 Strange Geometry by The Clientele October 11, 2005 Brian O'Shaughnessy produced the atmospheric UK band's second studio album. Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.7
	80 Tournament Of Hearts by The Constantines October 11, 2005 The Canadian rockers follow 'Shine A Light' with this 10-track set. Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.1
	81 The Mouse And The Mask by DangerDoom October 11, 2005 This collaboration between MF Doom and Danger Mouse includes voices and skits from Cartoon Network's Adult Swim shows. Non-animated folks like Ghostface Killah, Cee-Lo & Talib Kweli also lend a hand. Metascore: 81 User Score: 8.6
	76 The Runners Four by Deerhoof October 11, 2005 The experimental San Francisco outfit led by Rob Fisk and Greg Saunier return with what is by far their lengthiest (and calmest) release yet. Metascore: 76 User Score: 7.6
	79 Cinder by Dirty Three October 11, 2005 The trio's seventh studio album is its first to include vocals, which are provided by guests Chan Marshall (Cat Power) and Sally Timms (The Mekons). Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.0
	72 Several Arrows Later by Matt Pond October 11, 2005 This is the fifth album for the O.C.-endorsed band. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.6
	65 dios (malos) by dios (malos) October 11, 2005 Phil Ek produced the second album for the band (formerly known as Dios) fronted by Joel Morales. Metascore: 65 User Score: 8.2
	69 Closing In by Early Man October 11, 2005 This debut LP from the guitar/drums duo of Mike Conte and Adam Bennati is defintely harder and heavier than your typical Matador release. Metascore: 69 User Score: 8.0
	82 Broken Social Scene by Broken Social Scene October 4, 2005 K-OS, Jason Tate (The Weakerthans) and Murray Lightburn (The Dears) guest on the Canadian collective's follow-up to 'You Forgot It In People.' Metascore: 82 User Score: 8.4
	83 You Could Have It So Much Better by Franz Ferdinand October 4, 2005 The Scottish band's eagerly-awaited follow-up to their acclaimed self-titled debut is preceded by yet another insanely catchy single, "Do You Want To." Metascore: 83 User Score: 8.3
	78 Witching Hour by Ladytron October 4, 2005 Jim Abbiss (Kasabian) produced this third album for the UK band, which finds them expanding slightly away their electroclash sound. Metascore: 78 User Score: 7.6
	86 Thunder, Lightning, Strike by The Go! Team October 4, 2005 The fun, energetic collage of danceable, mainly instrumental music (genre names don't really apply here) on this debut disc from England's The Go! Team recalls, if only somewhat, the debut from The Avalanches. Metascore: 86 User Score: 8.7
	90 Z by My Morning Jacket October 4, 2005 For their fourth album, produced by John Leckie, the Kentucky band sports a new keyboardist and guitarist. Metascore: 90 User Score: 8.4
	80 Fall Heads Roll by The Fall October 4, 2005 Mark E. Smith & Co. return with their full-length follow-up to 'The Real New Fall LP.' Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.3
	76 Elephant Eyelash by Why? October 4, 2005 Indie rap meets indie rock in the latest full-length from Yoni Wolf, who, as on 'Sanddollars,' is now supported by a full band. Metascore: 76 User Score: 8.7
	77 You Can't Imagine How Much Fun We're Having by Atmosphere October 4, 2005 The underground hip-hop duo of Slug and Ant return with a new two-disc set. Metascore: 77 User Score: 8.7
	71 Live It Out by Metric October 4, 2005 This is the second full-length for the Toronto group fronted by Emily Haines, who is also a member of Broken Social Scene. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.2
	51 Candy Ass by Mark Eitzel October 4, 2005 The American Music Club frontman's latest solo release, like 2001's 'Invisible Man,' finds him dabbling with electronica. Metascore: 51 User Score: tbd
	74 Albatross by The Standard October 4, 2005 This is the fourth album for the Portland, Ore. band fronted by Tim Putnam. Metascore: 74 User Score: 8.3

Album Releases by Genre

Skeleton

Witch

The Maginot Line

The Invisible Deck

You See Colours

Making Dens

Everything Is

Soft Money

If Only You Were Lonely

Breaking Up

Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not

The Last Romance

Destroyer's Rubies

Everything Wrong Is Imaginary

Six Demon Bag

What The Toll Tells

Future Women

With Strings Live At Town Hall

Bitter Honey

Leaders Of The Free World

Now Is The Time!

Sing-Sing And I

Voices

The Tourniquet

Down In Albion

The Life Pursuit

Senor Smoke

Comfort Of Strangers

The Minus 5 [The Gun Album]

Lantern

Magnificent City

Idols Of Exile

Below The Branches

Last Night Becomes This Morning

Run The Road Volume 2

The Indian Tower

Film School

What Are You On?

Kings & Queens

Detrola

Omnibus

Up Above

The Greatest

Amber

Sun, Sun, Sun

Rabbit Fur Coat

The Brave And The Bold

From A Compound Eye

Makers

Tales From Turnpike House

For Screening Purposes Only

Standing In The Way Of Control

With Love And Squalor

First Impressions Of Earth

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Coming On Strong

Sewed Soles

A Colores

Peel Sessions

Full Of Light And Full Of Fire

Oh You're So Silent Jens

Recording A Tape The Colour Of The Light

Summer In The Southeast

Father Divine

Kicking Television: Live In Chicago

Motion Sickness [Live]

Akron/Family & Angels Of Light

Suitcase 2: American Superdream Wow

For The Season

Tiny Cities

We Have Sound

Rehearsing My Choir

Descended Like Vultures

These Were The Earlies

Hey People!

Feels

Hypermagic Mountain

Tanglewood Numbers

Black Acetate