Album Releases by Genre

If Only You Were Lonely

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
Fragile Future

Fragile Future

by Hawthorne Heights
August 5, 2008
The band releases its first album since the accidental death of guitarist Casey Calvert.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
6.7
Skeletons

Skeletons

by Hawthorne Heights
June 1, 2010
After two years of touring and recording, the Ohio-based emo pop quintet returns to release its fourth album, which continues to showcase its brooding and post-hardcore sound.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
5.0
Skyscraper National Park

Skyscraper National Park

by Hayden
March 12, 2002
Toronto-based singer/songwriter Hayden (Paul Hayden Desser) returns to his bedroom-recording indie-label roots, after two previous releases for Geffen.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.0
Live at Convocation Hall

Live at Convocation Hall

by Hayden
September 17, 2002
Recorded live at a March 2002 show in Toronto, this 22-track, 2-disc set includes songs from Hayden's three previous albums, as well as three new tracks and a cover of Neil Young's "Tell Me Why."
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Elk-Lake Serenade

Elk-Lake Serenade

by Hayden
May 18, 2004
A bit more upbeat-sounding than its predecessors, 'Elk-Lake Serenade' is the fourth studio disc for Toronto singer-songwriter Hayden Desser (who draws frequent Neil Young comparisons, and not just for being Canadian).
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.1
Kill Them With Kindness

Kill Them With Kindness

by Headlights
August 22, 2006
The indie-pop trio from Illinois--making their debut with 'Kindness'--features former members of Maserati and Absinthe Blind.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.3
Some Racing, Some Stopping

Some Racing, Some Stopping

by Headlights
February 19, 2008
The sophomore full-length album for the indie rock trio from Champaign, Illinois.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Wildlife

Wildlife

by Headlights
October 6, 2009
This is the third full-length studio album for the rock band from Illinois.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Health//Disco

Health//Disco

by HEALTH
May 27, 2008
The compilation album for the experimental electronic band features remixes by Acid Girls, CFCF, Pink Skull, Narctrax, and Crystal Castles.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
6.5
Get Color

Get Color

by HEALTH
September 8, 2009
This is the second album for the Los Angeles-based indie band.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.6
The Mountain

The Mountain

by Heartless Bastards
February 3, 2009
The third album for the Ohio rock band was produced by Mike McCarthy.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.7
South

South

by Heather Nova
May 21, 2002
Bermuda-born singer/songwriter Heather Nova returns with her fourth album, which was a hit in England upon its release there in the fall of 2001.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
The Devil You Know

The Devil You Know

by Heaven & Hell
April 28, 2009
The members of Black Sabbath (without Ozzy Osboune) return as Heaven & Hell to release its first album under the name.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.7
Going Way Out With Heavy Trash

Going Way Out With Heavy Trash

by Heavy Trash
September 4, 2007
The follow-up to their self-titled album released in 2005.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Midnight Soul Serenade

Midnight Soul Serenade

by Heavy Trash
October 26, 2009
The third full length album for the rock band includes guest artists such as Sam Baker, Simon Chardiet, Daniel Collas, Mickey Finn, PowerSolo, and Those Darlins.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
We Love The City

We Love The City

by Hefner
March 6, 2001
The third album from the London-based indie outfit.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
6.4
Dead Media

Dead Media

by Hefner
January 22, 2002
Following 2000's 'We Love The City,' the self-produced 'Dead Media' is the UK band's fifth album in just four years.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
tbd
Church Gone Wild / Chirpin Hard

Church Gone Wild / Chirpin Hard

by Hella
March 22, 2005
The Sacramento, Calif. noise-rock duo of Spencer Seim and Zach Hill each claim a disc to themselves on this 2-CD third album.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.4
There's No 666 In Outer Space

There's No 666 In Outer Space

by Hella
January 30, 2007
The Sacramento duo has transformed into a full five-piece band, fronted by new singer Aaron Ross, for this new LP.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.9
The Portrait Is Finished & I Have Failed To Capture Your Beauty...

The Portrait Is Finished & I Have Failed To Capture Your Beauty...

by Hello, Blue Roses
January 22, 2008
The debut album for Dan Bejar's other side project (Destroyer being the first) with his girlfriend, Sydney Vermont.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
Size Matters

Size Matters

by Helmet
October 5, 2004
The metal band returns after a seven-year recording hiatus with this new disc, produced by band leader Page Hamilton (the only original member here) with Jay Baumgardner and Charlie Clouser.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
7.8
Monochrome

Monochrome

by Helmet
July 18, 2006
This is the second release for the second incarnation of Helmet, which features frontman Page Hamilton backed by a new rhythm section.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
7.6
Trash, Rats & Microphones

Trash, Rats & Microphones

by Heloise And The Savoir Faire
April 29, 2008
This debut album for the New York-based electro-rock group is led by Heloise Williams and released on Elijah Wood's label.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
tbd
Manic Expressive

Manic Expressive

by Her Space Holiday
November 6, 2001
This is Marc Bianchi's second LP as Her Space Holiday, which also includes his girlfriend, Keely.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
The Past Presents The Future

The Past Presents The Future

by Her Space Holiday
September 27, 2005
Marc Bianchi's latest album of electronica-infused indie-pop was recorded in "extreme isolation" in California.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
8.2
Xoxo Panda & The New Kid Revival

Xoxo Panda & The New Kid Revival

by Her Space Holiday
October 7, 2008
Marc Bianchi releases his latest album under the Her Space Holiday name.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Here We Go Magic

Here We Go Magic

by Here We Go Magic
February 24, 2009
The debut album for Luke Temple as Here We Go Magic was recorded in two months.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Pigeons

Pigeons

by Here We Go Magic
June 8, 2010
The second album for the rock quintet from Brooklyn, New York was produced and recorded by the band in just over four months.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.0
P.D.A.

P.D.A.

by Hey Willpower
January 22, 2008
This is the first full-length album for the San Francisco-based duo of Will Schwartz and Tomo Yasuda.
Metascore:
48
User Score:
8.0
Buzzle Bee

Buzzle Bee

by High Llamas
October 24, 2000
Metascore:
58
User Score:
tbd
Can Cladders

Can Cladders

by High Llamas
February 20, 2007
Sean O'Hagan's first High Llamas album in four years sticks to his usual script of '60s-influenced pop.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.6
Death Is This Communion

Death Is This Communion

by High on Fire
September 18, 2007
The fourth album for the Oakland, California metal band.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.3
Snakes For The Divine

Snakes For The Divine

by High on Fire
February 23, 2010
The fifth studio album for the metal band from Oakland, California, was produced by Greg Fidelman.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
6.8
High Places

High Places

by High Places
September 23, 2008
The debut full-length album for the Brooklyn, New York, duo.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.3
High Places Vs. Mankind

High Places Vs. Mankind

by High Places
March 23, 2010
The Los Angeles-based indie duo releases its second studio album.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Take It To The Limit

Take It To The Limit

by Hinder
November 4, 2008
Mick Mars is featured on the title track of the second album for the hard rock band.
Metascore:
49
User Score:
6.2
Last Night

Last Night

by His Name Is Alive
November 19, 2002
Combining blues, R&B, jazz and funk influences, this latest offering from the ever-changing 4AD group headed by Warren Defever, like its predessor (2001's 'Someday My Blues Will Cover The Earth'), features the vocals of Lovetta Pippen. Included among the originals here are covers of The Equals' "Teardrops," Ida's "Maybe," and Jimi Hendrix's "Train."
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Detrola

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
Mind Chaos

Mind Chaos

by Hockey
October 6, 2009
This is the debut album for the Portland, Oregon rock band.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.3
Nobody's Daughter

Nobody's Daughter

by Hole
April 27, 2010
The band officially disbanded in 2002, but it's been more than 12 years since the Courtney Love-led rock band recorded "Celebrity Skin." A new lineup greets listeners as original members Eric Erlandson and Melissa Auf der Maur do not return.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
6.5
Truly She Is None Other

Truly She Is None Other

by Holly Golightly
July 29, 2003
A former member of Billy Childish's band Thee Headcoatees, Holly Golightly has gained a wider following in recent months due to her guest appearance on The White Stripes' 'Elephant.' New devotees will have a lot to discover: this is her ninth solo album since 1995.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
Dirt Don't Hurt

Dirt Don't Hurt

by Holly Golightly
October 14, 2008
Not the "Breakfast at Tiffany's character, rather the British singer returns with her second album with Lawyer Dave as Holly Golightly and the Brokeoffs.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Medicine County

Medicine County

by Holly Golightly & the Brokeoffs
March 30, 2010
This is the third album for the British duo who recently moved to Georgia in the United States.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
The Magician's Private Library

The Magician's Private Library

by Holly Miranda
February 23, 2010
A member of the band Jealous Girlfriends, the singer returns with a debut full-length solo album produced by TV On The Radio's Dave Sitek.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Holopaw

Holopaw

by Holopaw
January 21, 2003
This Gainesville, Fla.-based five-piece band, which mixes indie rock and alt-country with a bit of electronica, features John Orth, who also appeared on the 2002 release by the Modest Mouse side project Ugly Casanova. Brian Deck produces.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
7.9
Quit +/or Fight

Quit +/or Fight

by Holopaw
August 9, 2005
This is the second album of country-folk-rock tunes for the Gainesville, Florida band led by John Orth.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Oh Glory Oh Wilderness

Oh Glory Oh Wilderness

by Holopaw
November 24, 2009
The third album for the Gainesville, Florida-based rock band led by John Orth and Jeff Hays features a new line up.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Latin

Latin

by Holy Fuck
May 11, 2010
The third album for the Canadian band was recorded in a barn and is the first with new member Matt Schulz.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.9
Every Man For Himself

Every Man For Himself

by Hoobastank
May 16, 2006
The unfortunately-named Agoura Hills, Calif. rockers--now down to a trio after losing their bassist--return with a third album.
Metascore:
53
User Score:
7.0
For(n)ever

For(n)ever

by Hoobastank
January 27, 2009
The fourth studio album for the California rock band was produced by Howard Benson.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
5.7
Cold House

Cold House

by Hood
November 13, 2001
This is the Leeds, England indie-rock band's first American LP release in four years. Akin to recent Radiohead, this disc incorporates experimental electronica elements, and also adds guest vocals from members of hip-hop outfit cLOUDDEAD.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.3
Outside Closer

Outside Closer

by Hood
February 8, 2005
The Leeds, England band follow their acclaimed 2001 release 'Cold House' with this 10-track effort which, like its predecessor, combines acoustic guitars and some glitchy electronica elements into moody indie rock.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.6
The Magnificent Tree

The Magnificent Tree

by Hooverphonic
September 26, 2000
Metascore:
57
User Score:
8.4
Lost Riots

Lost Riots

by Hope Of The States
October 5, 2004
Grand in scope, 'Lost Riots' is the debut disc for the UK band who are often described as falling somewhere between Coldplay and Godspeed You Black Emperor (wherever that might be). The band's guitarist, Jimmi Lawrence, took his own life shortly after the album was recorded.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.4
Left

Left

by Hope Of The States
June 19, 2006
Ken Thomas (Sigur Ros) produced this sophomore effort for the anthemic UK rockers.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
8.5
Bavarian Fruit Bread

Bavarian Fruit Bread

by Hope Sandoval & the Warm Inventions
October 23, 2001
This is the debut album for the former Mazzy Star chanteuse's new band.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.7
Through The Devil Softly

Through The Devil Softly

by Hope Sandoval & the Warm Inventions
September 29, 2009
This is the second album with ex-My Bloody Valentine drummer Colm O'Ciosoig for Hope Sandoval.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.6
Thistled Spring

Thistled Spring

by Horse Feathers
April 20, 2010
The Portland, Oregon indie band led by Justin Ringle releases its third album.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.2
Coming On Strong

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
The Warning

The Warning

by Hot Chip
June 13, 2006
The genre-mashing Londoners return with a quick follow-up to last year's debut 'Coming On Strong.'
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.7
Made In The Dark

Made In The Dark

by Hot Chip
February 5, 2008
This is the third album for the English electro-indie rock band.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.6
One Life Stand

One Life Stand

by Hot Chip
February 9, 2010
The fourth album for the British electropop rock band aims for a more pop feel.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.4
Make Up The Breakdown

Make Up The Breakdown

by Hot Hot Heat
October 8, 2002
This Sub Pop debut for the British Columbia band falls into the 80s/punk revival category occupied by the likes of French Kicks and Radio 4, although Cure comparisons are more likely (since lead singer Steve Bays' voice sounds, at times, almost identical to Robert Smith's).
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.4
Elevator

Elevator

by Hot Hot Heat
April 5, 2005
Dave Sardy produced this sophomore album for the Canadian band, whose lineup now includes guitarist Luke Paquin (replacing Dante DeCaro).
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.9
Happiness Ltd.

Happiness Ltd.

by Hot Hot Heat
September 11, 2007
The Canadian band's third studio album.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
6.7
The Listener

The Listener

by Howe Gelb
March 18, 2003
Giant Sand's Howe Gelb returns with his second solo album for Thrill Jockey. Recorded half in Denmark and half in his native Arizona, 'The Listener' features appearances by members of Calexico and Handsome Family.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
'Sno Angel Like You

'Sno Angel Like You

by Howe Gelb
March 21, 2006
The Giant Sand leader is backed by an eight-member gospel choir on this 14-track set.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.3
Magnificent Fiend

Magnificent Fiend

by Howlin Rain
March 4, 2008
The sophomore album for ex-Comets on Fire frontman is the first jointly released on Birdman and Rick Rubin's American label.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.5
Radio Wars

Radio Wars

by Howling Bells
July 28, 2009
The second album for the Australian indie-pop rock band was produced by Dan Grech-Marguerat.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.2
Earth Junk

Earth Junk

by Howling Hex
September 23, 2008
Neil Michael Hagerty's latest band releases its sixth album, which is only 33 minutes long.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Human Bell

Human Bell

by Human Bell
January 29, 2008
This is the debut album for the side project of David Heumann, lead singer of Arboretum and Lungfish's bass player Nathan Bell.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
Moody Motorcycle

Moody Motorcycle

by Human Highway
August 19, 2008
The Canadian duo of Jim Guthrie and Islands singer Nick Thorburn release their debut album as Human Highway.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
6.4
Hush Arbors

Hush Arbors

by Hush Arbors
October 21, 2008
Keith Wood and Leon Dufficy release their first album on the Ecstatic Peace label.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Gods And Monsters

Gods And Monsters

by I Am Kloot
August 23, 2005
The typically quirky Manchester, England trio led by John Bramwell returns with an atypical third album.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
6.8
Out Of The Loop

Out Of The Loop

by I Am The World Trade Center
July 17, 2001
The debut album for I Am The World Trade Center was recorded entirely on a laptop computer, with music by Kindercore head Dan Geller and vocals by Amy Dykes. [The band officially shortened its name to I Am The World following the tragic events of September 11, 2001.]
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Elegies to Lessons Learnt

Elegies to Lessons Learnt

by I Like Trains
October 23, 2007
Sigur Ros producer Ken Thomas helped mix iLiKETRAiNS' first studio album.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Fear Is On Our Side

Fear Is On Our Side

by I Love You But I've Chosen Darkness
March 7, 2006
Paul Barker (Ministry) produced the Austin band's debut full-length.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.3
I Was A King

I Was A King

by I Was a King
April 7, 2009
The sophomore album for the Norwegian indie rock band was produced by Gary Olson.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Let Me Introduce My Friends

Let Me Introduce My Friends

by I'm from Barcelona
March 20, 2007
Actually, they're from Sweden. Numbering a Polyphonic Spree-esque 29 members, the Emanuel Lundgren-led collective made their full-length debut in 2006 with the unusually chipper 'Friends,' which hit the States in early 2007.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.3
Who Killed Harry Houdini?

Who Killed Harry Houdini?

by I'm from Barcelona
October 14, 2008
The sophomore album for the Swedish band was produced by Emanuel Lundgren and Fabian "Phatfabe" Torsson.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
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
Golden Greats

Golden Greats

by Ian Brown
June 23, 2000
The second LP from former Stone Roses frontman Ian Brown.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.3
Music Of The Spheres

Music Of The Spheres

by Ian Brown
October 1, 2001
Former Stone Roses frontman Ian Brown returns with his third solo album, following 2000's 'Golden Greats.' The first single is "F.E.A.R."
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.4
Solarized

Solarized

by Ian Brown
February 22, 2005
The fourth solo disc for the former Stone Roses singer includes a collaboration with Noel Gallagher.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
8.0
The World is Yours

The World is Yours

by Ian Brown
September 24, 2007
Ian Brown's fifth album features Sinead O'Connor, Sex Pistols Paul Cook and Steve Jones, Happy Mondays' Paul Ryder, and The Smiths' Andy Rourke.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
8.3
My Way

My Way

by Ian Brown
September 28, 2009
The latest solo album for the former Stone Roses singer was produced by Dave McCracken.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.7
Man Overboard

Man Overboard

by Ian Hunter
July 21, 2009
The former frontman for Mott the Hoople releases his latest solo album produced by Andy York.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.5
Slideling

Slideling

by Ian McCulloch
May 6, 2003
This is the first solo album in over 10 years for the Echo & The Bunnymen frontman, who lately has developed a vocal fan in Coldplay's Chris Martin, who guests on this disc.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Heart Like A River

Heart Like A River

by Ida
February 22, 2005
The New York indie-folk band's seventh album (their first in four years) is co-produced by Warren Defever (His Name Is Alive).
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Fortress Around My Heart

Fortress Around My Heart

by Ida Maria
April 14, 2009
This is the debut album for the singer from Norway.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.1
The Remote Part

The Remote Part

by Idlewild
March 25, 2003
The third album for the Scottish rockers is already a big hit with UK music fans, helped by the success of lead single "You Held the World in Your Arms."
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.7
Warnings/Promises

Warnings/Promises

by Idlewild
August 16, 2005
The fourth album for the Scottish band was recorded in Los Angeles with producer Tony Hoffer (Air, Beck).
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.7
Make Another World

Make Another World

by Idlewild
March 6, 2007
The Scottish rockers fronted by Roddy Woomble reunite with producer Dave Eringa for this follow-up to 2005's 'Warnings/Promises.'
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.2
Life Processes

Life Processes

by iForward, Russia!
July 22, 2008
The sophomore release for the band from Leeds was produced by Matt Bayles.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Raw Power [Reissue]

Raw Power [Reissue]

by Iggy & the Stooges
April 13, 2010
The third and final album for the influential band sees its third release, which includes the until-now-out-of-print David Bowie mix and a live CD of the 1973 performance at the Atlanta rock club, Richards. A deluxe edition also includes a DVD and a CD of outtakes, rare tracks, and alternate versions of songs.
Metascore:
92
User Score:
8.8
Beat 'Em Up

Beat 'Em Up

by Iggy Pop
July 17, 2001
This is Iggy Pop's first album since 1999's poorly-received 'Avenue B.'
Metascore:
58
User Score:
7.5
Skull Ring

Skull Ring

by Iggy Pop
November 4, 2003
Skull Ring marks Iggy Pop's first appearance with his original band The Stooges in 30 years, as they provide backing on four tracks here. Also guesting are members of Green Day and Sum 41.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.0
Preliminaires

Preliminaires

by Iggy Pop
June 2, 2009
Hal Cragin produced the rock legend's latest album, influenced by jazz music.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
6.6
And Then Boom

And Then Boom

by Iglu & Hartly
September 22, 2008
The debut album from the California quintet features a mix of rock, rap and pop music.
Metascore:
42
User Score:
4.1