Album Releases by Genre

How I Learned To Write Backwards

How I Learned To Write Backwards

by The Aislers Set
February 11, 2003
The Bay Area indie-pop band returns with their third album (and first in three years).
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
When The World Comes Down

When The World Comes Down

by The All-American Rejects
December 16, 2008
The third album from the Oklahoma rock band was produced by Eric Valentine.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.9
Your Majesty

Your Majesty

by The Anniversary
January 22, 2002
This is the second full-length from the Kansas-based emo band.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
6.0
Discovery of a World Inside the Moone

Discovery of a World Inside the Moone

by The Apples In Stereo
April 18, 2000
Metascore:
82
User Score:
6.7
Velocity of Sound

Velocity of Sound

by The Apples In Stereo
October 8, 2002
This is the Denver indie-pop band's first new album since 2000's 'The Discovery of a World Inside the Moone.'
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
So Long, Astoria

So Long, Astoria

by The Ataris
March 4, 2003
Named after the setting of the 1985 film "The Goonies," 'So Long Astoria' is the major-label debut (and fourth studio LP) for the power-pop five-piece. Included here is a cover of Don Henley's "Boys of Summer."
Metascore:
57
User Score:
7.9
Volume 1: Frozen Ropes and Dying Quails

Volume 1: Frozen Ropes and Dying Quails

by The Baseball Project
July 8, 2008
R.E.M.'s Scott McCaughey and Peter Buck along with ex-Dream Syndicate member Steve Wynn and Miracle 3's Linda Pitmon team up together to create an album of songs about baseball.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
5.7
Made in California [Box Set]

Made in California [Box Set]

by The Beach Boys
August 27, 2013
The six-disc compilation includes rare and unreleased tracks, including demos, b-sides, live recordings that span the 50-year career of the California rock band.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
7.2
Love

Love

by The Beatles
November 21, 2006
If the concept of "The Beatles, remixed" saddens you, know that original Beatles producer George Martin was at the helm for this project, which serves as the soundtrack to the Vegas-based Cirque du Soleil show of the same name. The 26 mashed-up tracks here were augmented with additional instrumentation and vocals performed by The Beatles themselves, culled from hours of original demo and master tapes, with pieces of 130 songs ultimately represented in some form.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.1
Ray Guns Are Not Just The Future

Ray Guns Are Not Just The Future

by The Bird And The Bee
January 27, 2009
The second full-length album for the duo of Greg Kurstin and Inara George.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.3
Interpreting The Masters, Volume 1: A Tribute to Daryl Hall And John Oates

Interpreting The Masters, Volume 1: A Tribute to Daryl Hall And John Oates

by The Bird And The Bee
March 23, 2010
Inara George and Greg Kurstin cover eight Hall & Oates classic songs, including one original song influenced by the duo.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Monkey Business

Monkey Business

by The Black Eyed Peas
June 7, 2005
Guests on the R&B outfit's latest include Jack Johnson, Justin Timberlake and James Brown.
Metascore:
48
User Score:
6.2
The E.N.D.

The E.N.D.

by The Black Eyed Peas
June 9, 2009
The Black Eyed Peas return to release its first studio album in five years.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
6.4
The  Beginning

The Beginning

by The Black Eyed Peas
November 30, 2010
The album following The E.N.D., The Beginning is the sixth studio album from the hip-hop, dance-pop quartet.
Metascore:
47
User Score:
4.8
Law Of The Playground

Law Of The Playground

by The Boy Least Likely To
April 14, 2009
The second album for the English indie-rock duo.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
I Think We're Gonna Need A Bigger Boat

I Think We're Gonna Need A Bigger Boat

by The BPA (Brighton Port Authority)
January 6, 2009
Norman Cook (also known as Fatboy Slim) releases his debut album under the alias The BPA.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
tbd
I Have Hands

I Have Hands

by The Bran Flakes
February 24, 2009
The latest release from the duo features 30 tracks of their samples.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
Paper Dolls

Paper Dolls

by The Brunettes
February 2, 2010
The New Zealand duo releases their fourth full-length album.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
The Concretes

The Concretes

by The Concretes
June 29, 2004
The Swedish group (originally formed 9 years ago as an all-girl trio, but now featuring 8 full-time members) make their international debut with an album that manages to combine elements of classic Motown, Mazzy Star and the Velvet Underground.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
6.2
In Colour

In Colour

by The Concretes
April 4, 2006
Mike Mogis produced this second set from the Swedish act.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Earth To The Dandy Warhols

Earth To The Dandy Warhols

by The Dandy Warhols
August 19, 2008
The sixth album for the Portland, Oregon, rockers includes guest appearances by Dire Strait's Mark Knopfler and the Heartbreakers' guitarist Mike Campbell.
Metascore:
46
User Score:
6.2
The Dandy Warhols Are Sound

The Dandy Warhols Are Sound

by The Dandy Warhols
July 14, 2009
Originally shelved by Capitol Records for a different mix (2003's "Welcome To The Monkey House"), this remixed by Russell Elavedo finally gets a formal release.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
The Donnas Turn 21

The Donnas Turn 21

by The Donnas
January 23, 2001
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.3
The Duckworth Lewis Method

The Duckworth Lewis Method

by The Duckworth Lewis Method
July 6, 2009
The debut album for the Irish band formed by Neil Hannon and Thomas Walsh was inspired by the game of cricket.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
6.9
Twelve Stops And Home

Twelve Stops And Home

by The Feeling
June 5, 2006
This is the debut album for the London-based pop-rock five-piece.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
7.4
Join With Us

Join With Us

by The Feeling
February 18, 2008
The sophomore album for the Sussex, England pop rock band.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Proof of Youth

Proof of Youth

by The Go! Team
September 11, 2007
Contributions from Bonde do Role's Marina Ribatski, Solex, the Double Dutch Divas, Rapper's Delight Club, and Public Enemy's Chuck D appear on the second album from the British group.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.4
Friends of Rachel Worth

Friends of Rachel Worth

by The Go-Betweens
September 19, 2000
The first new release in 12 years from the influential Australian band features founding members Robert Forster and Grant McLennan with backing from members of Sleater-Kinney.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
6.7
The Smell Of Our Own

The Smell Of Our Own

by The Hidden Cameras
May 6, 2003
If you can picture an explicitly gay version of the Polyphonic Spree recording church music, then you have a general idea of this unconventional debut album from Toronto, Canada's Hidden Cameras.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.3
Fake Surfers

Fake Surfers

by The Intelligence
May 26, 2009
The fourth album for the Seattle-based rock group was produced by Mike McHugh.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
The Januaries

The Januaries

by The Januaries
September 12, 2000
The debut album from The Januaries is heavily influenced by 1960's pop.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Sawdust

Sawdust

by The Killers
November 13, 2007
The collection of b-sides and remixes also features Lou Reed on one track.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.8
Day & Age

Day & Age

by The Killers
November 24, 2008
The Las Vegas band returns with its its third studio album produced by Stuart Price.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.9
Argyle Heir

Argyle Heir

by The Ladybug Transistor
May 22, 2001
The fourth LP for the Brooklyn-based indie band is their first since 1999's highly-acclaimed 'The Albemarle Sound.' Led by vocalist Gary Olson and now expanded to five additional full-time mebers, the group continues to develop their Britpop-influenced sound on this latest outing.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
The Ladybug Transistor

The Ladybug Transistor

by The Ladybug Transistor
October 7, 2003
This self-titled disc (the band's fifth studio recording) was recorded in Arizona with Calexico/Giant Sand producer Craig Schumacher.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.2
lilac6

lilac6

by The Lilac Time
October 9, 2001
Brothers Nick and Stephen "Tin Tin" Duffy return for the Lilac Time's sixth LP. The Barenaked Ladies' Stephen Page also contributes to the album.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
Morning Tide

Morning Tide

by The Little Ones
October 7, 2008
The debut album for the indie pop band from California.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
Incredibad

Incredibad

by The Lonely Island
February 10, 2009
The people (Akiva Schaffer, Jorma Taccone, and Andy Samberg) behind the "Dick In A Box" song/video on Saturday Night Live releases their debut album.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.8
Couples

Couples

by The Long Blondes
May 6, 2008
The quintet from England uses influences from 1980s pop on its sophomore album produced by Erol Alkan.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
6.1
Warmer Corners

Warmer Corners

by The Lucksmiths
April 4, 2005
This is the seventh album from the Australian indie-pop group led by singing drummer Tali White.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
6.2
Greetings from California

Greetings from California

by The Madden Brothers
September 16, 2014
Joel and Benji Madden, the brothers from Good Charlotte, release their pop debut as a duo.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
6.3
The Magic Numbers

The Magic Numbers

by The Magic Numbers
October 4, 2005
This debut disc showcases the 50s and 60s pop stylings and three-part harmonies of the pair of brother-sister duos (Romeo & Michelle Stodart and Sean & Angela Gannon) that make up The Magic Numbers.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.5
Those The Brokes

Those The Brokes

by The Magic Numbers
July 17, 2007
The poppy British quartet are joined by a nine-piece orchestra on their sophomore effort.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
6.7
Islands

Islands

by The Mary Onettes
November 3, 2009
The Swedish band returns with its second full-length album.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.4
Lost in Revelry

Lost in Revelry

by The Mendoza Line
February 19, 2002
This is the fourth album (and third record label) for the Athens, GA indie outfit.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Wiped Out!

Wiped Out!

by The Neighbourhood
October 30, 2015
The second full-length release for the Los Angeles rock quintet led by Jesse Rutherford was produced by Justyn Pilbrow.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
8.2
The Neighbourhood

The Neighbourhood

by The Neighbourhood
March 9, 2018
The third full-length release for the Los Angeles alternative rock band was produced with Lars Stalfors.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
8.0
Mass Romantic

Mass Romantic

by The New Pornographers
November 21, 2000
This Vancouver, Canada-based indie-rock supergroup features members of Limblifter, Zumpano and Destroyer and is fronted by Neko Case.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.0
Electric Version

Electric Version

by The New Pornographers
May 6, 2003
The Vancouver, Canada indie supergroup attempts to duplicate the success of 2000's 'Mass Romantic' with this sophomore release. Neko Case returns to handle vocal duties.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
7.8
Twin Cinema

Twin Cinema

by The New Pornographers
August 23, 2005
This is the third album of sunny indie-pop tunes for the acclaimed union of Neko Case, Dan Bejar (also of Destroyer) and A.C. Newman.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.1
The Devil, You + Me

The Devil, You + Me

by The Notwist
June 17, 2008
This is the electronic band's first album since its 2002 album, "Neon Golden."
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.2
Higher Than The Stars [EP]

Higher Than The Stars [EP]

by The Pains of Being Pure at Heart
September 22, 2009
The four-track EP features a song remixed by Saint Etienne.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
6.4
Beating Back The Claws Of The Cold

Beating Back The Claws Of The Cold

by The Pica Beats
September 23, 2008
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
Creation

Creation

by The Pierces
September 1, 2014
This is the fifth studio release for the New York-based sister duo of Allison and Catherine Pierce.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
6.0
We Are The Pipettes

We Are The Pipettes

by The Pipettes
October 2, 2007
The female Brighton, England trio (with backing music by The Cassettes) reinvents the 1960s girl group for a new century with this debut LP, which features the lead single "Pull Shapes."
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.3
Earth vs. the Pipettes

Earth vs. the Pipettes

by The Pipettes
November 16, 2010
The second album for the British indie pop band is its first with a new lineup, which consists of Gwenno and Ani Saunders.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
tbd
The Beginning Stages Of...

The Beginning Stages Of...

by The Polyphonic Spree
June 4, 2002
It's a bit hard NOT to get noticed when your band consists of a couple dozen people dressed in white robes, but having one of the most memorable debut albums in recent years (think Mercury Rev + Spiritualized + Up With People) certainly doesn't hurt. This 10-song debut (which was originally intended as a demo) did in fact land the Austin, Texas band led by former Tripping Daisy member Tim DeLaughter a major label deal.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.1
By-the-Numbers

By-the-Numbers

by The Postmarks
November 11, 2008
The second full-length album for the Florida indie-pop band features cover songs by a variety of artists including Nancy Sinatra, Bob Marley, David Bowie, The Ramones, The Jesus & Mary Chain, and The Pointer Sisters.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Life With You

Life With You

by The Proclaimers
April 1, 2008
The Scottish group returns with its seventh studio album.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Clinging To A Scheme

Clinging To A Scheme

by The Radio Dept.
April 20, 2010
The Swedish trio returns with a more pop sound for its third release.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.6
Lust Lust Lust

Lust Lust Lust

by The Raveonettes
February 19, 2008
The Danish duo's latest album features a 3D cover.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.3
Son Of Evil Reindeer

Son Of Evil Reindeer

by The Reindeer Section
August 13, 2002
The creation of Snow Patrol's Gary Lightbody, the Reindeer Section is a Scottish indie-pop supergroup. For this sophomore effort, the Section includes appearances from a whopping 27 people, including members of Belle & Sebastian, Arab Strap, Astrid, Mogwai, Mull Historical Society, Idlewild and Teenage Fanclub.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
6.2
The Royal We

The Royal We

by The Royal We
August 19, 2008
The first and only album by the Scottish/American indie-pop band, which broke up before the album was released.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Fight Softly

Fight Softly

by The Ruby Suns
March 2, 2010
The third album for the New Zealand-based indie band led by Ryan McPhun is its first on the Sub Pop label.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.2
Science & Faith

Science & Faith

by The Script
January 18, 2011
Inspired by the social and economic climate in its hometown of Ireland, the band's newest album is a reflective and politically charged mix of power pop and rock.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
7.8
#3

#3

by The Script
October 9, 2012
The third studio album from the Irish rock trio was recorded in Los Angeles and features will.i.am as a guest on one track.
Metascore:
38
User Score:
5.9
Chutes Too Narrow

Chutes Too Narrow

by The Shins
October 21, 2003
Phil Ek produced this sophomore effort for the Albuquerque-based group led by James Mercer (also of Flake), who wowed critics in 2001 with their 1960s-flavored debut 'Oh, Inverted World.'
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.3
Harmonium

Harmonium

by The Soundcarriers
May 26, 2009
The rock quartet from Nottingham releases its debut album.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Communion

Communion

by The Soundtrack of Our Lives
March 3, 2009
The two-disc set for the Swedish rock band is its fifth studio album.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
6.5
All Or Nothing

All Or Nothing

by The Subways
September 9, 2008
The sophomore album for the English trio was produced by Butch Vig.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.0
Age Of The Sun

Age Of The Sun

by The Sunshine Fix
January 22, 2002
The Sunshine Fix is a 60s-themed side project for Olivia Tremor Control's Bill Doss.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Green Imagination

Green Imagination

by The Sunshine Fix
August 17, 2004
This is the second album for the group led by Bill Doss (formerly of Olivia Tremor Control), which mixes psychedelia and pop.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Strict Joy

Strict Joy

by The Swell Season
October 27, 2009
Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova release their follow-up to the soundtrack of the Academy Award-winning film "Once."
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.2
Reality Check

Reality Check

by The Teenagers
March 18, 2008
The debut album for the French indie-pop trio based in London, England.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.4
So Much For The City

So Much For The City

by The Thrills
November 4, 2003
Hailing from Dublin, Ireland, The Thrills incorporate the sounds of California rock from the 1960s and 70s (the Byrds, Beach Boys) as well as a bit of Beatles thrown in for good measure on this debut album, already a hit in the UK (and a nominee for the Mercury Music Prize).
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.4
We Started Nothing

We Started Nothing

by The Ting Tings
June 3, 2008
The single "Shut Up and Let Me Go" from the debut album for the British duo was used in an Apple commercial.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.4
Who Will Cut Our Hair When We're Gone?

Who Will Cut Our Hair When We're Gone?

by The Unicorns
October 21, 2003
This is the second album for the lo-fi indie-pop trio based in Montreal, Canada.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.9
The Velvet Underground [45th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition]

The Velvet Underground [45th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition]

by The Velvet Underground
November 24, 2014
The Velvet Underground's third release is remastered with alternate mixes including the original, Lou Reed's "Closet mix," and the mono mix; live recording from San Francisco's The Matrix club in 1969; and a disc of songs recorded in New York's Record Plant in 1969 for it proposed fourth album for MGM.
Metascore:
98
User Score:
8.0
The Secret Life Of The Veronicas

The Secret Life Of The Veronicas

by The Veronicas
February 14, 2006
Australian identical twin sisters Jess and Lisa Origliasso make their teen-pop debut as The Veronicas with this 12-track set, produced by Max Martin (Britney Spears), Clif Magness (Avril Lavigne), and others.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.9
Forth

Forth

by The Verve
August 26, 2008
The English rock band reunites after its 1999 split to release its fourth album.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.9
Which Bitch?

Which Bitch?

by The View
February 2, 2009
The follow-up album to its Mercury Prize-nominated debut was produced by Owen Morris.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
6.9
The  Wanted [EP]

The Wanted [EP]

by The Wanted
April 24, 2012
The British/Irish boy band's first release in the United States collects together 7 songs from its UK released albums: The Wanted and Battleground.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.7
Dawn FM

Dawn FM

by The Weeknd
January 7, 2022
The sixth full-length studio release for The Weeknd features guest appearances from Jim Carrey, Lil Wayne, and Tyler, the Creator as well as contributions from Oscar Holter, Quincy Jones, Max Martin, and Oneohtrix Point Never.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.9
Who's Next/Life House [Super Deluxe Edition]

Who's Next/Life House [Super Deluxe Edition]

by The Who
September 15, 2023
The 11-disc super edition of the reissue of The Who's 1971 album Who's Next includes 22 demos from the unreleased Life House project, the 1971 session recordings at New York's Record Plant; Olympic Studios sessions from 1970-1972; live recordings of the April 1971 concert at London's Young Vic, and the December 1971 concert at San Francisco's Civic Auditorium.
Metascore:
95
User Score:
tbd
Stand Still, Look Pretty

Stand Still, Look Pretty

by The Wreckers
May 23, 2006
This is the debut album for the country-pop duo of Michelle Branch and Jessica Harp.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.9
xx

xx

by The xx
October 6, 2009
This is the debut album for the South London quartet.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.6
IV Play

IV Play

by The-Dream
May 28, 2013
The fourth full-length studio release for the R&B singer features guest appearances from 2 Chainz, Beyonce, Big Sean, Mary J. Blige, Gary Clark Jr., Fabolous, Jay-Z, Pusha T, and Kelly Rowland.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
6.7
Say Nothing

Say Nothing

by Theory of a Deadman
January 31, 2020
The seventh full-length release for the Canadian rock band was produced by Martin Terefe.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
6.2
Mink Car

Mink Car

by They Might Be Giants
September 11, 2001
The band's first major release since 1996's 'Factory Showroom' features 17 new recordings (including some songs that originally appeared on 1999's self-released 'Long Tall Weekend.').
Metascore:
60
User Score:
7.3
Here Comes Science

Here Comes Science

by They Might Be Giants
September 8, 2009
This is the latest children's album for the band and as suggested by the title, it focuses on science.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.3
Live and Dangerous [Super Deluxe Edition]

Live and Dangerous [Super Deluxe Edition]

by Thin Lizzy
January 20, 2023
The eight-disc box set features a remaster of Thin Lizzy's 1978 live album as well as new mixes of seven live shows recorded between 1976-1978 with 63 previously unreleased tracks, plus a 48-page booklet.
Metascore:
100
User Score:
6.9
In Our Space Hero Suits

In Our Space Hero Suits

by Those Dancing Days
October 6, 2008
The debut album for the Swedish all-girl indie pop band.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
tbd
Shock Value II

Shock Value II

by Timbaland
December 8, 2009
The third solo album for the producer features appearances by Brandy, Miley Cyrus, Chris Daughtry, Drake, The Fray, Keri Hilson, Chad Kroeger, Katy Perry, and Justin Timberlake.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
6.7
Tinted Windows

Tinted Windows

by Tinted Windows
April 21, 2009
The debut album for the band comprised of Taylor Hanson of Hanson fame, Cheap Trick's Bun E. Carlos, Fountains of Wayne's Adam Schlesinger and ex-Smashing Pumpkin James Iha.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
7.3
3D

3D

by TLC
November 12, 2002
The two surviving members of the popular R&B trio completed this long-delayed fourth album after the early 2002 death of cofounder Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.1
Humanoid

Humanoid

by Tokio Hotel
October 6, 2009
David Jost produces the German band's second English language album.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
6.7
24 Hours

24 Hours

by Tom Jones
November 25, 2008
The first album of new material in more than 15 years in the US for the Welsh singer was produced by Future Cut.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
6.5
More Than A Woman

More Than A Woman

by Toni Braxton
November 19, 2002
The R&B singer returns with a follow-up to 2000's 'The Heat' which sees her moving in more of a hip-hop direction, with production help from hitmakers Rodney Jerkins, Babyface, Irv Gotti and the Neptunes.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
6.1
Blue Lips

Blue Lips

by Tove Lo
November 17, 2017
The third full-length release for the Swedish pop artist is considered a companion piece to her 2016 album, Lady Wood.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.5
Where You Stand

Where You Stand

by Travis
August 20, 2013
Produced with Michael Ilbert, the Scottish alternative rock band returns with its first studio release in five years.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.1