Album Releases by Genre

The Mysterious Production Of Eggs

The Mysterious Production Of Eggs

by Andrew Bird
February 8, 2005
You don't see many musicians described as a "whistler" but Chicago's Andrew Bird (who is also a singer-songwriter, guitarist, and originally, a violinist) fits the bill. This is his fifth release (and second for Ani DiFranco's record label), which finds him backed by several members of his group Bowl Of Fire.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.7
I Am A Bird Now

I Am A Bird Now

by Antony and the Johnsons
February 1, 2005
The androgynous singer Antony is backed by the likes of Lou Reed, Devendra Banhart, Boy George and Rufus Wainwright on his sophomore release.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.3
Strangers

Strangers

by Ed Harcourt
February 1, 2005
The English singer-songwriter returns with his fourth album in four years.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.8
The Others

The Others

by The Others
January 31, 2005
This is the full-length debut for the London band led by 22-year-old Dominic Masters.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
4.9
World's Apart

World's Apart

by ...And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead
January 25, 2005
This is the fourth album for the critically-acclaimed Texas-based band.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.0
Emoh

Emoh

by Lou Barlow
January 25, 2005
Although the former Folk Implosion and Sebadoh member has recorded solo discs before under the name Sentridoh, 'Emoh' marks his first release under his own name. It includes six home-recorded tracks as well as eight new studio cuts recorded with producers Mark Nevers, Josh Schwartz and Wally Gagel.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.4
Digital Ash In A Digital Urn

Digital Ash In A Digital Urn

by Bright Eyes
January 25, 2005
The more experimental of Conor Oberst's two releases in January 2005 is the electronic-flavored 'Digital Ash,' which includes some help from the Yeah Yeah Yeah's Nick Zinner and the Postal Service's Jimmy Tamborello.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.8
I'm Wide Awake, It's Morning

I'm Wide Awake, It's Morning

by Bright Eyes
January 25, 2005
'I'm Wide Awake' is the more country/acoustic of Conor Oberst's twin January 2005 releases under the Bright Eyes name. Emmylou Harris provides vocals on three tracks.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.2
Knuckle Down

Knuckle Down

by Ani DiFranco
January 25, 2005
DiFranco breaks from her usual DIY practice by enlisting Joe Henry to co-produce this latest release.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.6
The Great Destroyer

The Great Destroyer

by Low
January 25, 2005
The trio's seventh album (their first for Sub Pop) features production work from Dave Fridmann and an atypically energetic sound.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.2
Wilderness

Wilderness

by Archer Prewitt
January 25, 2005
This is the fourth solo disc for the illustrator and Sea And Cake guitarist.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.5
This Right Here Is Buck 65

This Right Here Is Buck 65

by Buck 65
January 25, 2005
This right here is the American debut for the Canadian country-rapper (born Richard Terfry), who has actually been recording north of the border since the mid-1990s. Apparently he's worth $1.15 more than 50 Cent, although we're not sure if that's in Canadian dollars or not.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.5
I Sold Gold

I Sold Gold

by Aqueduct
January 25, 2005
This is the second full-length for the Seattle-based band which consists solely of David Terry (and his drum machine) and has drawn comparisons to Grandaddy and the Flaming Lips.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.0
Superwolf

Superwolf

by Bonnie "Prince" Billy and Matt Sweeney
January 25, 2005
'Superwolf' is the first collaboration between singer-songwriter Will Oldham (aka Bonnie Prince Billy) and Zwan's Matt Sweeney.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.4
Valende

Valende

by Jennifer Gentle
January 25, 2005
'Valende' is the third album overall and American debut for the Italian psychedelic rock band Jennifer Gentle. (Note that there is nobody in the band actually named Jennifer, and we are unsure about exactly how gentle they are.)
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.2
Different Days

Different Days

by L'Altra
January 25, 2005
The moody Chicago group is down to two remaining members (Lindsay Anderson and Joseph Costa) on this third album.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Peanut Butter And Jelly Live At The Ginger Minge

Peanut Butter And Jelly Live At The Ginger Minge

by Coachwhips
January 25, 2005
This is the third studio album (don't believe the title) for the San Francisco punkers.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
All Rise

All Rise

by Inara George
January 25, 2005
Michael Andrews (composer of the score for 'Donnie Darko') produced this debut disc for the Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter, who is the daughter of Little Feat's Lowell George.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.3
All Years Leaving

All Years Leaving

by The Stands
January 25, 2005
This debut LP for the Liverpool band was released in the U.K. in early 2004 and made its way to the States a year later.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.4
A Question Of Temperature

A Question Of Temperature

by The Chris Stamey Experience
January 25, 2005
'Experience' is certainly evident here as former dB's Chris Stamey and Gene Holder are joined by all three members of Yo La Tengo, Caitlin Cary and producer Mitch Easter for a trip through material by the likes of Television, Cream and the Yardbirds (as well as some originals).
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
School Of The Flower

School Of The Flower

by Six Organs of Admittance
January 25, 2005
This is the seventh release under the Six Organs name for Ben Chasny, who in recent years has also been a member of Comets On Fire.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.0
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
Happiness In Magazines

Happiness In Magazines

by Graham Coxon
January 25, 2005
Stephen Street produces the former Blur guitarist's fifth solo disc.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.6
All Harm Ends Here

All Harm Ends Here

by Early Day Miners
January 18, 2005
The Indiana sadcore outfit returns with a fourth album.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Trials & Errors

Trials & Errors

by Magnolia Electric Co.
January 18, 2005
Recorded during a live performance by the Jason Molina-led four-piece in Brussels in 2003, 'Trials' includes seven songs from the Songs:Ohia catalog as well as three new Magnolia Electric Co. tracks.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.8
Black Mountain

Black Mountain

by Black Mountain
January 18, 2005
This is the debut LP for Stephen McBean's Black Mountain project, which shares members with Jerk With A Bomb and Pink Mountaintops.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.0
The Seven Autumn Flowers

The Seven Autumn Flowers

by Trembling Blue Stars
January 11, 2005
Robert Wratten (Field Mice) is joined by singers Beth Arzy and Anne Mari on this fifth TBS release.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
Nothing's Lost

Nothing's Lost

by Styrofoam
November 30, 2004
What happens when you team Death Cab For Cutie's Ben Gibbard with a cutting-edge electronica artist? Sure, you have the Postal Service, but you also have this new full-length from Arne Van Petegem's Styrofoam, which features multiple contributions not only from Gibbard, but also from Valerie Trebeljahr (Lali Puna), Andrew Kenny (American Analog Set), Markus Acher (The Notwist) and rapper Alias.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.0
MM..Food

MM..Food

by MF Doom
November 16, 2004
MF Doom drops his first solo record (under the MF Doom name) since 1999's 'Operation Doomsday.'
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.7
The Tigers Have Spoken

The Tigers Have Spoken

by Neko Case
November 9, 2004
The New Pornographers singer (and accomplished solo artist) offers up a live set of originals and eclectic covers, backed by The Sadies.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.2
White People

White People

by Handsome Boy Modeling School
November 9, 2004
The second disc for Prince Paul and Dan The Automator finds the producer pair joined by Cat Power, RZA, Jack Johnson, Julee Cruise and Pharrell Williams.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
8.2
Tiger My Friend

Tiger My Friend

by Psapp
November 2, 2004
This is the debut album for the London-based electronica duo, who blend their minimalist, experimental tendencies with more organic elements, including vocals (think of a more playful version of Mum).
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.7
99 Cents

99 Cents

by Chicks On Speed
November 2, 2004
The all-girl German group's third disc includes collaborations with Peaches and Miss Kittin, plus a remake of the Tom Tom Club's "Wordy Rappinghood."
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Joji

Joji

by The Anomoanon
November 2, 2004
This second 2004 disc from singer-songwriter Ned Oldham (brother of Palace Music's Will Oldham) offers country-tinged folk that recalls bands such as the Grateful Dead, Neil Young and the Meat Puppets.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.3
Von

Von

by Sigur Rós
October 26, 2004
The Icelandic band's 1997 debut album received its first international release in 2004.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.2
The Futureheads

The Futureheads

by The Futureheads
October 26, 2004
This debut LP from the English band certainly recalls English bands from the early 80s, most notably XTC.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.7
Key

Key

by Son, Ambulance
October 26, 2004
Omaha, Nebraska multi-instrumentalist Joe Knapp returns with his second Son, Ambulance full-length, now backed by a full band.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
Abattoir Blues / The Lyre Of Orpheus

Abattoir Blues / The Lyre Of Orpheus

by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
October 26, 2004
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds' 13th album actually spans two separate discs, each produced by Nick Launay. And speaking of the Bad Seeds, longtime member Blixa Bargeld has been replaced by James Johnston (Gallon Drunk).
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.6
You're A Woman, I'm A Machine

You're A Woman, I'm A Machine

by Death from Above 1979
October 26, 2004
'You're A Woman' is the first album for the Canadian duo of vocalist/drummer Sebastien Grainger and bassist Jesse F. Keeler. It's a drum 'n' bass album in the literal sense of the term, as those are the only two instruments (aside from a very infrequent synthesizer) on the record.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.5
Never Never Land

Never Never Land

by UNKLE
October 26, 2004
U.N.K.L.E. is the pet project of Mo'Wax label head James Lavelle, whose successful 1998 album 'Psyence Fiction' included notable contributions from DJ Shadow, Thom Yorke and Badly Drawn Boy. Guests this time out include Josh Homme (Queens Of The Stone Age), Robert "3D" del Naja (Massive Attack), Brian Eno, Ian Brown (Stone Roses), Mani (Stone Roses/Primal Scream) Joel Cadbury (South) and Jarvis Cocker (Pulp).
Metascore:
66
User Score:
8.1
Rendezvous

Rendezvous

by Luna
October 26, 2004
Bryce Goggin (Phish, Pavement) produced this final album for Dean Wareham & co., who have since announced their intent to disband. It includes a new version of the song "Astronaut" from the 2003 EP 'Close Cover Before Striking.'
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.2
The Royal Society

The Royal Society

by The Eighties Matchbox B-Line Disaster
October 25, 2004
Chris Goss (Kyuss) produced this second album for the UK rockers.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.3
Welcome To The North

Welcome To The North

by The Music
October 19, 2004
Brendan O'Brien (Pearl Jam) produced this sophomore outing for the English quartet.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
8.1
From A Basement On The Hill

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
Who Killed The Zutons

Who Killed The Zutons

by The Zutons
October 19, 2004
The Liverpool band's debut disc was, like similar-sounding recent discs by The Coral, produced by Ian Broudie. It was nominated for a Mercury Music Prize.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.4
Shake The Sheets

Shake The Sheets

by Ted Leo & The Pharmacists
October 19, 2004
The latest stripped-down, somewhat political rock effort from Ted Leo was produced by Chris Shaw (Dashboard Confessional, Bob Dylan).
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.6
This Island

This Island

by Le Tigre
October 19, 2004
The trio make the jump to a major label with 'This Island,' which features a cover of the Pointer Sisters' "I'm So Excited."
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.5
Mississauga Goddam

Mississauga Goddam

by The Hidden Cameras
October 12, 2004
This is the sophomore LP (third, if you count their debut demo collection) for the Toronto band led by Joel Gibb.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.6
New Roman Times

New Roman Times

by Camper Van Beethoven
October 12, 2004
A concept album set in an alternate version of the U.S. where the states are actually countries, 'New Roman Times' marks the first studio album in 15 years for the newly-reunited California band.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.3
Summer In Abaddon

Summer In Abaddon

by Pinback
October 12, 2004
This is the third album for the indie rock outfit led by Armistead Burwell Smith IV (formerly of 3 Mile Pilot) and Rob Crow.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.5
Where The Humans Eat

Where The Humans Eat

by Willy Mason
October 12, 2004
The Martha's Vineyard native recorded this debut LP of intelligent, folky rock when he was 19.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.3
Frank Black Francis

Frank Black Francis

by Frank Black
October 12, 2004
This unusual set from the Pixies frontman includes a disc of demo solo recordings dating from 1987, and a second disc of new studio recordings of an assortment of Pixies songs by Black with collaborators such as Pere Ubu and Two Pale Boys.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Love Songs For Patriots

Love Songs For Patriots

by American Music Club
October 12, 2004
'Love Songs' is the first new studio album in ten years for a reunited Mark Eitzel & co.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.0
No Cities Left

No Cities Left

by The Dears
October 12, 2004
They might sound Britpop (and at the very least, a bit like The Smiths), but this collective led by Murray Lightburn hails from Montreal, Canada. This is their second album and first U.S. release.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.7
When The World Was Our Friend

When The World Was Our Friend

by Gold Chains And Sue Cie
October 12, 2004
The Bay Area hip-hop producer (known to his parents as Topher Lafata) teams with vocalist Sue Cie for his second release.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
tbd
Left Of The Dial: Dispatches From The '80s Underground

Left Of The Dial: Dispatches From The '80s Underground

by Various Artists
October 12, 2004
This 82-song, 4-disc box set compiles various indie and alternative tracks from the 1980s across multiple genres, and includes music from both the decade's "biggest" names (The Smiths, R.E.M., Depeche Mode, Violent Femmes, etc.) as well as lesser-known artists such as The Raincoats, Green On Red, and The Lyres.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
7.8
Dents And Shells

Dents And Shells

by Richard Buckner
October 12, 2004
The sixth album for the indie-folk singer-songwriter was recorded in Texas and Arizona with a cast of up to eight backing musicians.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.9
Crimes

Crimes

by The Blood Brothers
October 12, 2004
The fourth album for the abrasive, Seattle-based punk-rockers was produced by John Goodmanson (Blonde Redhead).
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.6
Our Shadows Will Remain

Our Shadows Will Remain

by Joseph Arthur
October 12, 2004
The singer-songwriter recorded this fourth LP in New Orleans.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.7
Dangerous Dreams

Dangerous Dreams

by Moving Units
October 12, 2004
This debut album for the Los Angeles-based '80s revivalists will give your favorite indie rock critics another excuse to practice typing "Gang of Four."
Metascore:
53
User Score:
7.3
Tales Told

Tales Told

by Ian Broudie
October 11, 2004
This is the solo debut for the former leader of the Lightning Seeds and producer of such bands as Echo & The Bunnymen. Members of The Coral and The Zutons guest.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.8
Walking Cloud And Deep Red Sky, Flag Fluttered And The Sun Shined

Walking Cloud And Deep Red Sky, Flag Fluttered And The Sun Shined

by Mono
October 5, 2004
This third album from the Japanese instrumental post-rock outfit was recorded by Steve Albini.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
8.5
Hidden Vagenda

Hidden Vagenda

by Kimya Dawson
October 5, 2004
This is the fourth solo album for the Moldy Peaches singer.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.7
Spooked

Spooked

by Robyn Hitchcock
October 5, 2004
Gillian Welch guests on Hitchcock's latest solo offering, produced by David Rawlings.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.5
Power

Power

by Q And Not U
October 5, 2004
This is the third Dischord release for the Washington, D.C. rockers, who are frequently mentioned next to hyphenated labels such as "post-punk" and "dance-punk."
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.0
Treble & Tremble

Treble & Tremble

by Earlimart
September 28, 2004
This fourth LP for the Los Angeles indie rockers were produced by Jim Fairchild (Grandaddy) and the band's own Aaron Espinoza. The album is dedicated to (and frequently about) the late Elliott Smith, who was Espinoza's neighbor.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.5
Universal Audio

Universal Audio

by The Delgados
September 28, 2004
The fifth and final album from The Delgados (released on the band's own Chemikal Underground label) was co-produced with Tony Doogan. It ditches the strings of its orchestral predecessor, 'Hate,' to take a much poppier approach.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.2
Travistan

Travistan

by Travis Morrison
September 28, 2004
The leader of the now-defunct Washington, D.C. outfit The Dismemberment Plan makes his solo debut with this disc, produced by Death Cab For Cutie's Chris Walla. John Vanderslice guests.
Metascore:
56
User Score:
4.8
Antics

Antics

by Interpol
September 28, 2004
The New York-based foursome of Paul Banks, Carlos D., Sam Fogarino and Daniel Kessler took indie rockers worldwide by storm (and made Matador a lot of money) with 2002's 'Turn On The Bright Lights,' which introduced their neck-stabbing guitar-rock mix of Joy Division, The Cure, The Smiths, and all of your other favorite 80s bands. That captivating sound returns on this sophomore release, which features many of the new tracks ("Narc," "Length Of Love," etc.) which first debuted live during their relentless touring over the past two years.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.9
Nancy Sinatra

Nancy Sinatra

by Nancy Sinatra
September 28, 2004
A better album title would have been 'Nancy Sinatra & Friends,' as the 64-year-old singer collaborates with fans such as Morrissey, Pulp's Jarvis Cocker and Richard Hawley, Sonic Youth's Jim O'Rourke and Thurston Moore, Jon Spencer, Pete Yorn and U2.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
6.9
Burned Mind

Burned Mind

by Wolf Eyes
September 28, 2004
Their first Sub Pop release finds the noisy Detroit band as a threesome, with founder Nate Young joined (as he has been since 2000) by Aaron Dilloway and John Olson.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
6.3
Couture, Couture, Couture

Couture, Couture, Couture

by Frausdots
September 28, 2004
This is the debut disc for the duo of Beachwood Sparks/Tyde member Brent Rademaker and vocalist Michelle Loiselle, featuring contributions from Mia Doi Todd and members of The Warlocks, Rooney and The Brian Jonestown Massacre.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Damage

Damage

by Blues Explosion
September 28, 2004
No, Jon Spencer hasn't left the blues trio, but they have officially shortened their name for their seventh release (their first for Sanctuary after a long stay at Matador). With all the money they saved by cutting out those extra two words, they were able to afford an all-star team of producers, including David Holmes, Alan Moulder, DJ Shadow, Dan The Automator and Steve Jordan.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Young Prayer

Young Prayer

by Panda Bear
September 28, 2004
This short solo disc for half of the current Animal Collective lineup was recorded in 2002 after the death of his father.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.2
I Dreamed We Fell Apart

I Dreamed We Fell Apart

by Memphis
September 21, 2004
'I Dreamed' is the debut for the duo of Stars vocalist Torquil Campbell and electronic musician Chris Dumont (his music is electronic, that is; Dumont is not). Included is a cover of Pet Shop Boys' "Love Comes Quickly."
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Niño Rojo

Niño Rojo

by Devendra Banhart
September 21, 2004
Nino Rojo, the eccentric singer-songwriter's second release of 2004, was recorded during the same sessions that produced 'Rejoicing In The Hands.'
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.0
Last Exit

Last Exit

by Junior Boys
September 21, 2004
This is the first full-length release from the hard-to-pin down Canadian synth-pop trio led by Jeremy Greenspan.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
7.8
Night On Fire

Night On Fire

by VHS or Beta
September 21, 2004
The Louisville, KY retro-electronica outfit, who drew numerous Daft Punk comparisons with their 2002 EP 'Le Funk,' have transitioned into a dance-punk sound with this full-length debut.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
8.5
Oxeneers Or The Lion Sleeps When Its Antelope Go

Oxeneers Or The Lion Sleeps When Its Antelope Go

by These Arms Are Snakes
September 21, 2004
The Seattle band (who apparently suffer from either an unusual genetic problem or severe hallucinations) make their full-length debut with this disc.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.8
In The World Of Him

In The World Of Him

by Sally Timms
September 14, 2004
On this solo outing, the Mekons singer tackles a range of material written by male artists, including songs by Ryan Adams, Mark Eitzel and bandmate Jon Langford.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Funeral

Funeral

by Arcade Fire
September 14, 2004
The Montreal band founded by husband and wife Win Butler and Régine Chassagne make their full-length debut with this highly anticipated disc.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
8.9
Wet From Birth

Wet From Birth

by The Faint
September 14, 2004
Mike Mogis produced this fourth album for the dance-inducing Nebraska indie rockers. Azure Ray's Orenda Fink and Maria Taylor add vocals on several tracks.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.0
Is All Over... The Map

Is All Over... The Map

by Giant Sand
September 14, 2004
Howe Gelb is joined by producer John Parish and singers Vic Chesnutt and Patsy Jean on his latest Giant Sand offering.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.8
Trust Not Those In Whom Without Some Touch Of Madness

Trust Not Those In Whom Without Some Touch Of Madness

by Thalia Zedek
September 14, 2004
A 20-year veteran of the indie music scene, the former Come frontwoman returns with her second solo LP.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
The Handler

The Handler

by Har Mar Superstar
September 14, 2004
Har Mar's third disc features contributions from Northern State and members of the Yeah Yeah Yeahs and was produced by John Fields (Andrew WK).
Metascore:
57
User Score:
6.7
So Jealous

So Jealous

by Tegan and Sara
September 14, 2004
The Canadian folk-rock twins return with their third album.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.6
Let's Bottle Bohemia

Let's Bottle Bohemia

by The Thrills
September 14, 2004
Disc #2 for the Irish band was produced by Dave Sardy (Marilyn Manson), with Peter Buck and Van Dyke Parks helping on a track apiece.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
8.3
It'll Be Cool

It'll Be Cool

by Silkworm
September 14, 2004
This ninth album for the Chicago rockers was recorded with Steve Albini.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Stealing Of A Nation

Stealing Of A Nation

by Radio 4
September 7, 2004
This third album for the Brooklyn five-piece post-punk/dance-punk outfit was produced by Max Heyes (Ocean Colour Scene, Doves).
Metascore:
48
User Score:
6.2
Fast Future Present

Fast Future Present

by Mandarin
September 7, 2004
This is the debut disc for the atmospheric Denton, Texas indie rockers.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Telicatessen

Telicatessen

by Rob Sonic
September 7, 2004
This is the long-awaited (and completely self-produced) solo debut for the acclaimed rapper, who formerly fronted the group Sonic Sum.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Folker

Folker

by Paul Westerberg
September 7, 2004
No, it's not a folk album, but Westerberg does handle all of the instruments himself on this latest solo release. (We suppose that it's hard to find replacements for The Replacements.)
Metascore:
60
User Score:
8.2
Rubber Factory

Rubber Factory

by The Black Keys
September 7, 2004
The blues-rock duo of Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney return with their third album, so-named because it was recorded in a deserted rubber (tire) factory.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.7
Are We There Yet?

Are We There Yet?

by The Citizens
September 1, 2004
The properly-hatted New York City four-piece make their debut with this ambitious CD.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.9
Weightlifting

Weightlifting

by Trash Can Sinatras
August 31, 2004
The fourth album for the veteran Scottish band is their first album release in eight years and first U.S. release since 1993's 'I've Seen Everything.'
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.5
Midnight Movies

Midnight Movies

by Midnight Movies
August 31, 2004
The Los Angeles trio, making their recording debut with this self-titled release, have attracted a growing fanbase over the last two years via their live shows, which highlight their atmospheric, vaguely Stereolab-esque music. The group (who met via want ads in the L.A. Weekly) is led by singer/drummer Gena Olivier.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.1
The Libertines

The Libertines

by The Libertines
August 31, 2004
While some eponymous albums suggest a lack of creativity, the heralded UK rock outfit's sophomore disc is titled 'The Libertines' because it is indeed about The Libertines--or, more specifically, about the ongoing conflict between the band's two songwriters, Carlos Barat and Pete Doherty (the latter of whom was subsequently kicked out of the band after three failed rehab attempts). The Clash's Mick Jones returns as producer.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.7
Lesser Matters

Lesser Matters

by The Radio Dept.
August 30, 2004
'Lesser Matters' is the debut disc for the Swedish shoegazers.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.9
Engine Down

Engine Down

by Engine Down
August 24, 2004
The Virginia indie-rockers (who share some members with the now defunct Denali) return with their fourth studio disc (and first for new label Lookout!), produced by Brian McTernan.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Alive & Amplified

Alive & Amplified

by Mooney Suzuki
August 24, 2004
The New York indie four-piece team up with, of all people, producers The Matrix on this follow-up to 'Electric Sweat.'
Metascore:
51
User Score:
7.3