Album Releases by Genre

Riceboy Sleeps

Riceboy Sleeps

by Jonsi & Alex
July 21, 2009
Sigur Ros' Jon Thor (Jonsi) Birgisson and his boyfriend Alex Somers release their first album together.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.7
Ropechain

Ropechain

by Jookabox
November 4, 2008
This is the second album for the Indiana-born musician. [The album was credited under Grampall Jookabox. The band changed its name to just Jookabox in 2009.]
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Dead Zone Boys

Dead Zone Boys

by Jookabox
November 3, 2009
The David "Moose" Adamson-led band changes its name to just Jookabox for its third album.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Jordin Sparks

Jordin Sparks

by Jordin Sparks
November 20, 2007
The latest "American Idol" winner releases her debut album.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
6.7
Battlefield

Battlefield

by Jordin Sparks
July 21, 2009
The sophomore album for the American Idol winner was produced by Ryan Tedder.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
7.4
In Our Nature

In Our Nature

by Jose Gonzalez
September 25, 2007
Known for his appearance on Zero 7's album, he releases the follow-up to his debut.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.5
Entomology

Entomology

by Josef K
November 21, 2006
The short-lived early 1980s Scottish band (who, like followers Orange Juice, are a strong influence on present-day bands such as Franz Ferdinand) are celebrated in a 22-track compilation that includes their singles for Postcard, cuts from their only two LPs, and recordings from a session for John Peel.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Come to Where I'm From

Come to Where I'm From

by Joseph Arthur
April 11, 2000
The second album from Ohio singer-songwriter Joseph Arthur, who was originally discovered and signed by Peter Gabriel.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.3
Redemption's Son

Redemption's Son

by Joseph Arthur
November 26, 2002
The only "rock" act signed to Peter Gabriel's Real World label, Akron, Ohio native Joseph Arthur returns with his third album.
Metascore:
73
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
Nuclear Daydream

Nuclear Daydream

by Joseph Arthur
September 19, 2006
The singer-songwriter's fifth studio album is the first for his new record label, Lonely Astronaut.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.6
Let's Just Be

Let's Just Be

by Joseph Arthur
April 17, 2007
This is the singer-songwriter's first album with new backing band The Lonely Astronauts.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
5.9
Graphic As A Star

Graphic As A Star

by Josephine Foster
January 19, 2010
The latest album for the folk singer from Colorado was based on some of Emily Dickenson's poems.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
The Animal Years

The Animal Years

by Josh Ritter
April 11, 2006
Brian Deck (Modest Mouse) produced the Idaho singer-songwriter's fourth album and major-label debut.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.5
The Historical Conquests of Josh Ritter

The Historical Conquests of Josh Ritter

by Josh Ritter
August 21, 2007
It's the fifth album for the Idaho-born singer-songwriter.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.6
Under Cold Blue Stars

Under Cold Blue Stars

by Josh Rouse
February 19, 2002
Singer/songwriter Josh Rouse's third solo LP was produced by Roger Moutenot.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.8
1972

1972

by Josh Rouse
August 26, 2003
The fifth album from the Nebraska-born singer-songwriter is indeed influenced by the music of 1972 (the year Rouse was born).
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.7
Nashville

Nashville

by Josh Rouse
February 22, 2005
The singer-songwriter follows his acclaimed effort '1972' with another album produced by Brad Jones. Don't be fooled by the title: it's not a country album, but rather, a farewell to the city Rouse has called home for the past decade (before moving to Spain).
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.7
Subtitulo

Subtitulo

by Josh Rouse
March 21, 2006
The Nebraskan singer-songwriter recorded this seventh album in his new home of Spain.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.4
El Turista

El Turista

by Josh Rouse
March 9, 2010
The latest album for the Nebraska-born singer-songwriter features a track released on his Valencia EP.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
5.6
Jet Lag

Jet Lag

by Josiah Wolf
March 16, 2010
The debut full-length solo album for the Why? band member was written after his 11-year relationship ended and he left California.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
Son

Son

by Juana Molina
June 6, 2006
The acclaimed Argentinean artist returns with her fourth album of moody, electronica-infused indie-folk.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.2
Un Dia

Un Dia

by Juana Molina
October 7, 2008
This is the fifth album for the Argentinean artist.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.4
Angel Of Retribution

Angel Of Retribution

by Judas Priest
March 1, 2005
Fifteen years after he left the British metal act, singer Rob Halford returns for this unlikely reunion album.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.5
Nostradamus

Nostradamus

by Judas Priest
June 17, 2008
Rob Halford leads the metal band's latest release, a concept album based on the prophet Nostradamus.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
8.5
Phrazes For The Young

Phrazes For The Young

by Julian Casablancas
November 3, 2009
This is the solo debut for the Strokes lead singer.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.7
Julian Plenti Is... Skyscraper

Julian Plenti Is... Skyscraper

by Julian Plenti
August 4, 2009
Interpol's Paul Banks releases his debut solo album under the name Julian Plenti.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
7.9
Beautiful Creature

Beautiful Creature

by Juliana Hatfield
May 16, 2000
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Juliana's Pony: Total System Failure

Juliana's Pony: Total System Failure

by Juliana Hatfield
May 16, 2000
Metascore:
35
User Score:
6.7
In Exile Deo

In Exile Deo

by Juliana Hatfield
May 18, 2004
Hatfield's fourth solo disc (and first since 2000) finds her working with producers and engineers David Way (Pink, Madonna), David Leonard (Avril Lavigne, Prince) and Dave Cook (Nick Cave).
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Made In China

Made In China

by Juliana Hatfield
August 9, 2005
The rocker's latest solo record is the first for her new label, Ye Olde Records.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.1
How To Walk Away

How To Walk Away

by Juliana Hatfield
August 19, 2008
The 10th solo album for the artist was produced by Andy Chase and features Richard Butler, Matthew Caws, Jody Porter, and Tracy Bonham as guests.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.3
Peace And Love

Peace And Love

by Juliana Hatfield
February 16, 2010
Hatfield moves toward a more acoustic sound for her self-produced 10th studio release.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
Florine [EP]

Florine [EP]

by Julianna Barwick
December 2, 2009
The second EP for the singer was inspired by music she heard in church.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
6.9
Woke Myself Up

Woke Myself Up

by Julie Doiron
January 23, 2007
Although still a solo album, 'Woke Myself Up' finds the singer-songwriter backed by her former bandmates in the Canadian group Eric's Trip for the first time in a decade.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
I Can Wonder What You Did with Your Day

I Can Wonder What You Did with Your Day

by Julie Doiron
March 10, 2009
The Canadian singer's latest solo album was produced by ex-Eric's Trip bandmate Rick White.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Terra Incognita

Terra Incognita

by Juliette Lewis
September 1, 2009
Juliette Lewis goes solo with this record produced by Omar Rodriguez-Lopez.
Metascore:
56
User Score:
tbd
D-D-Don't Don't Stop the Beat

D-D-Don't Don't Stop the Beat

by Junior Senior
August 5, 2003
This party album from the Danish band Junior Senior has garnered attention throughout Europe with its mix of garage rock, pop and disco.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.1
Hey Hey My My Yo Yo

Hey Hey My My Yo Yo

by Junior Senior
August 14, 2007
The Danish duo return with their second album.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.3
My World

My World

by Justin Bieber
November 17, 2009
This is the debut album for the Canadian singer who was discovered on YouTube.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
3.2
My World 2.0

My World 2.0

by Justin Bieber
March 23, 2010
The second release for the Canadian singer is described as the second half of his debut album--the first half being the November 2009 release "My World."
Metascore:
68
User Score:
3.4
Watershed

Watershed

by k.d. lang
February 5, 2008
K.D. Lang's latest album was produced entirely by herself.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.5
Employment

Employment

by Kaiser Chiefs
March 15, 2005
Stephen Street (Blur) produced this debut disc for the Leeds, England five-piece.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.9
Yours Truly, Angry Mob

Yours Truly, Angry Mob

by Kaiser Chiefs
March 27, 2007
Stephen Street produced the British band's second album, which follows their acclaimed 2005 debut 'Employment.'
Metascore:
61
User Score:
6.3
Off With Their Heads

Off With Their Heads

by Kaiser Chiefs
October 28, 2008
The follow-up to the Leeds rock band's top selling sophomore album features Lily Allen and New Young Pony Club as guests.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
4.5
March Forth

March Forth

by KaiserCartel
June 10, 2008
The debut album for the New York duo.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
band red

band red

by KaitO
May 20, 2003
This is the sophomore disc for the Norwich, England rock band (led by excitable vocalist Nikki Colk) who at times recall a harder-rocking Electrelane or a UK version of the Yeah Yeah Yeahs.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Dreaming Of Revenge

Dreaming Of Revenge

by Kaki King
March 11, 2008
The fourth album for the Atlanta, Georgia singer and guitarist was produced by Malcolm Burn.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.5
Junior

Junior

by Kaki King
April 13, 2010
The first album on Rounder Records for the singer-songwriter was produced by Malcolm Burn.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.7
Where The Wild Things Are [OST]

Where The Wild Things Are [OST]

by Karen O And The Kids
September 29, 2009
The Yeah Yeah Yeahs' Karen O and several of her musician friends compose the soundtrack to Spike Jonze's adaptation of the children's book, Where The Wild Things Are.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.0
Kasabian

Kasabian

by Kasabian
March 8, 2005
Named after Charles Manson's getaway driver, the British quartet Kasabian drew comparisons to The Stone Roses, Happy Mondays, and Primal Scream with this debut LP.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.2
Empire

Empire

by Kasabian
September 19, 2006
'Empire' marks the second release for the English dance-rock band.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.1
West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum

West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum

by Kasabian
June 9, 2009
The third studio album for the British band was produced by Dan the Automator.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.4
Barricades & Brickwalls

Barricades & Brickwalls

by Kasey Chambers
February 12, 2002
Australian alt-country singer Kasey Chambers follows her acclaimed 2000 debut ('The Captain') with this sophomore effort. Lucinda Williams guests.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
5.4
Aerial

Aerial

by Kate Bush
November 8, 2005
This double-disc set is the influential singer-songwriter's first album in a dozen years.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.9
Made of Bricks

Made of Bricks

by Kate Nash
January 8, 2008
After the success of the single "Foundations," her debut album was released five weeks early and opened as the number-one album in the UK.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.1
My Best Friend Is You

My Best Friend Is You

by Kate Nash
April 20, 2010
The second album for the British singer-songwriter was produced by ex-Suede guitarist Bernard Butler.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
6.8
Unbroken

Unbroken

by Katherine McPhee
January 5, 2010
John Alagia produced the American Idol comtestant's second album.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
7.4
Back To Me

Back To Me

by Kathleen Edwards
March 1, 2005
The Canadian singer-songwriter's sophomore release again blends country and rock sounds, and includes a guest appearance by Benmont Tench (The Heartbreakers).
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.6
Asking For Flowers

Asking For Flowers

by Kathleen Edwards
March 4, 2008
The fourth album for the singer from Canada was coproduced with Jim Scott.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.1
One Of The Boys

One Of The Boys

by Katy Perry
June 17, 2008
Once upon a time a Christian rock singer, the now-pop singer releases her second album, produced by the likes of Butch Walker, Dr. Luke, Max Martin, Dave Stewart, and Greg Wells.
Metascore:
47
User Score:
7.6
Blue Lambency Downward

Blue Lambency Downward

by Kayo Dot
May 6, 2008
The third album for the avant-garde duo who were members of Maudlin Of The Well.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Hopes And Fears

Hopes And Fears

by Keane
May 25, 2004
Yes, you'll see the word "Coldplay" in nearly every review for this debut disc, but the UK trio stand out from the crowd with their unconventional lineup of vocals, drums, and piano.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
8.6
Under The Iron Sea

Under The Iron Sea

by Keane
June 20, 2006
Album number two for the stadium-friendly, piano-led British trio follows two years after the unexpected mega-success of their debut 'Hopes And Fears.'
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.5
Perfect Symmetry

Perfect Symmetry

by Keane
October 14, 2008
The third album for the British rock group was produced with Jon Brion and Stuart Price.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.2
Night Train [EP]

Night Train [EP]

by Keane
May 11, 2010
The British rock band releases its EP featuring K'Naan and Tigarah as guest artists, as well as one song with the band's Tim Rice-Oxley on lead vocals.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
6.4
Below The Branches

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
Circular Sounds

Circular Sounds

by Kelley Stoltz
February 5, 2008
The San Francisco-based singer releases his latest album on the Sub Pop label.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
My December

My December

by Kelly Clarkson
June 26, 2007
The singer's third disc was produced by David Kahne and features an unlikely contribution on bass from Mike Watt (The Minutemen).
Metascore:
64
User Score:
6.9
All I Ever Wanted

All I Ever Wanted

by Kelly Clarkson
March 10, 2009
The American Idol winner releases her fourth album.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
6.7
Soft Commands

Soft Commands

by Ken Stringfellow
July 13, 2004
This solo disc from the Posies member features guest appearances from Jill Sobule and members of Velocity Girl, Oranger and the Posies.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.2
Make Sure They See My Face

Make Sure They See My Face

by Kenna
October 16, 2007
Ethiopia-born Kenna's sophomore album was produced by the Neptunes' Chad Hugo and features Pharrell Williams on some tracks.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.7
Love Is Dead

Love Is Dead

by Kerli
July 8, 2008
The Estonian singer wrote the lyrics for her debut album, which was produced by David Maurice.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
8.4
The Unfairground

The Unfairground

by Kevin Ayers
March 11, 2008
The ex-Soft Machines band member returns with his first solo studio album since 1992.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.9
You & Me

You & Me

by Kevin Barker
January 19, 2010
The debut solo album for Vetiver's guitarist under his name features Joanna Newsom, Eric Johnson, Pat Sansone, and fellow Vetiver band member Otto Hauser as guest musicians.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Spirit If...

Spirit If...

by Kevin Drew
September 18, 2007
Broken Social Scene's singer goes solo in what will be a series of albums featuring each member of the band plus a few guests.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.1
The History of Rock

The History of Rock

by Kid Rock
May 30, 2000
A collection of previously unreleased Kid Rock tunes and other miscellany, including demos and re-recorded tracks from early in his career.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.1
Cocky

Cocky

by Kid Rock
November 20, 2001
The Detroit rap-rocker may be feeling a bit like his album title after his previous effort, 1998's 'Devil Without a Cause,' went platinum. (Actually, he was feeling like that even before that happened.) Snoop Dogg and Sheryl Crow guest on a track apiece on this, his fifth album of new material.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
6.2
Kid Rock

Kid Rock

by Kid Rock
November 11, 2003
The sixth album for the Detroit rocker is more party-rock than rap-metal, although some hip-hop elements are retained from previous outings. Included is a cover of "Feel Like Makin' Love."
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.7
Rock N Roll Jesus

Rock N Roll Jesus

by Kid Rock
October 9, 2007
Rob Cavallo produced the album with Kid Rock.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
6.3
Peace

Peace

by Kids in Glass Houses
September 30, 2013
This is the fourth studio release for the Welsh quintet.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Killing Joke [2003]

Killing Joke [2003]

by Killing Joke
August 5, 2003
The first album in seven years for the UK punk outfit founded in 1978 features newly reunited members Jaz Coleman, Youth and Paul Raven, with Dave Grohl filling in on drums.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.6
Killswitch Engage [2009]

Killswitch Engage [2009]

by Killswitch Engage
June 30, 2009
The latest album for the Massachusetts rock band was produced with Brendan O'Brien.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.3
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
Remember That I Love You

Remember That I Love You

by Kimya Dawson
May 9, 2006
This is the fifth solo album of anti-folk ditties for the former Moldy Peaches member.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.0
Alphabutt

Alphabutt

by Kimya Dawson
September 9, 2008
One half of The Moldy Peaches returns with her latest album of funny children's tunes.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
8.6
Black Gold

Black Gold

by King Biscuit Time
May 15, 2006
'Black Gold' marks the first (and likely only) full-length release for the new project from former Beta Band frontman Steve Mason.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.4
The Power To Believe

The Power To Believe

by King Crimson
March 4, 2003
The veteran prog-rock outfit led by guitarist Robert Fripp returns with their first full album of new material in thee years.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.7
Quiet Is The New Loud

Quiet Is The New Loud

by Kings of Convenience
March 6, 2001
This is the sophomore American release from the Norweigian group, following their eponymous debut on Kindercore (which shares about half of the same tracks with this album).
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.4
Declaration Of Dependence

Declaration Of Dependence

by Kings of Convenience
October 20, 2009
The third album for the Norwegian rock duo is its first since 2004's "Riot On An Empty Street."
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.4
Youth & Young Manhood

Youth & Young Manhood

by Kings of Leon
August 19, 2003
This is the debut full-length for the Nashville-based rock band consisting of three brothers (the sons of a preacher) and their cousin.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.3
Aha Shake Heartbreak

Aha Shake Heartbreak

by Kings of Leon
February 22, 2005
Ethan Johns produced this sophomore album for southern rockers and brothers Caleb, Nathan, Jared and Matthew Followill. (OK, so Matthew is only a cousin, but he was still allowed to join the band.)
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.3
Because Of The Times

Because Of The Times

by Kings of Leon
April 3, 2007
The Brothers Followill reunite with producers Ethan Johns and Angelo Petraglia for their first album in over two years.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.2
Only By The Night

Only By The Night

by Kings of Leon
September 23, 2008
The fourth album for the rock band from Tennessee was produced by Angelo Petraglia and Jacquire King.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
7.0
Kinky

Kinky

by Kinky
March 26, 2002
Kinky is a five-piece band from Monterrey, Mexico that combines rock, electronica, and traditional Latin music. This debut album was produced by Chris Allison (Coldplay, Beta Band).
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.9
Atlas

Atlas

by Kinky
December 2, 2003
The eclectic Mexican five-piece returns with a sophomore LP.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.7
Barracuda

Barracuda

by Kinky
February 24, 2009
The latest album for the Mexican band was produced by Money Mark.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Airs Above Your Station

Airs Above Your Station

by Kinski
January 21, 2003
The Seattle-based experimental space-rock outfit returns with their sophomore LP, following their 2001 debut 'Be Gentle With the Warm Turtle.'
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Don't Climb On And Take The Holy Water

Don't Climb On And Take The Holy Water

by Kinski
May 4, 2004
Leaving Sub Pop behind for a different Northwest label (Strange Attractors), the Seattle band returns with a collection of new studio recordings, rehearsal sessions, and a 30-minute live track.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Alpine Static

Alpine Static

by Kinski
July 12, 2005
The Seattle instrumental quartet is back with a second Sub Pop release.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd