Album Releases by Genre
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401.
The Noise Made By People
by Broadcast
April 18, 2000
Although the Birmingham, England band has been recording and performing since 1995, 'The Noise Made By People' marks their official full-length debut (following 1997's singles compilation 'Work And Non-Work'). In the UK, the group is signed to Warp Records (although they don't sound too much like the other bands on Warp's all-electronic roster).
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402.
Once In A Lifetime
by Talking Heads
November 18, 2003
This 3-disc attractively-packaged retrospective on the groundbreaking New York band includes completely remastered tracks from each of their studio LPs as well as the same previously-unreleased-on-CD demos and new tracks included on the earlier 2-disc Sand In the Vaseline complilation. Also included are never-before-released alternate versions of five songs. The set also contains a DVD with an updated version of the Talking Heads music video compilation Storytelling Giant, with three additional videos not found on the original VHS release.
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403.
All The Plans
by Starsailor
March 9, 2009
The fourth album for the British rock band was produced by Steven Osbourne.
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404.
All About Chemistry
by Semisonic
March 13, 2001
The third full-length from the Minneapolis band.
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405.
Now We Can See
by The Thermals
April 7, 2009
The band's first album on the Kill Rock Stars label was produced by John Congleton.
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406.
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.
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407.
The Kiss of Morning
by Graham Coxon
October 24, 2002
The solo career of Blur guitarist Graham Coxon takes on a bit more importance now if you believe the rumors that he has left that successful Britpop group for good. This is his fourth solo disc.
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408.
The Great Western
by James Dean Bradfield
July 24, 2006
This is the solo debut for the Manic Street Preachers frontman.
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409.
Cruelty Without Beauty
by Soft Cell
October 8, 2002
Yes, it's *that* Soft Cell, the English band that brought you early 80s hits such as "Tainted Love" and "Sex Dwarf." Their first release since 1984's 'This Last Night in Sodom,' 'Cruelty Without Beauty' offers 12 brand-new tracks from the reunited duo of Dave Ball and Marc Almond.
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410.
Propellor Time
by Robyn Hitchcock & The Venus 3
April 6, 2010
The third album credited with The Venus 3 was originally recorded in 2006 and features contributions from such artists as Led Zeppelin's John Paul Jones, The Smiths' Johnny Marr, and Nick Lowe.
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411.
Varshons
by The Lemonheads
June 23, 2009
The covers album for the alt-rock band features Liv Tyler and Kate Moss as guest singers.
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412.
Ole! Tarantula
by Robyn Hitchcock
October 3, 2006
The veteran musician is backed by REM and/or Minus 5 members Peter Buck, Scott McCaughey, and Bill Rieflin (together, the Venus 3) on his first release since 2004's 'Spooked.'
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413.
Out-Of-State Plates
by Fountains of Wayne
June 28, 2005
This 28-track, two-disc compilation culls radio performances, demos, and other previously unreleased tracks from throughout the band's history.
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414.
The Snake
by Wildbirds & Peacedrums
August 25, 2009
The Swedish duo releases their second album.
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415.
Taste The Secret
by Ugly Duckling
June 17, 2003
The sophomore effort for the quirky Long Beach-based alt-rap trio is a concept album about their alleged time spent working at a fast food chain called Meatshake. Really.
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416.
The Shadow Of An Empire
by Fionn Regan
February 8, 2010
The Irish singer-songwriter releases his follow-up to his 2006 Mercury Prize-nominated album "The End of History."
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417.
Damn Right Rebel Proud
by Hank Williams III
October 21, 2008
From a family of famous country singer, the younger Hank Williams brings more rock music to his sixth album.
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418.
At Night We Live
by Far
May 25, 2010
This is the first album in over 12 years for the Sacramento rock band who is cited as an influence by such bands as Thursday and Blink 182.
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419.
Dog In The Sand
by Frank Black & The Catholics
January 30, 2001
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420.
Shine
by Daniel Lanois
April 22, 2003
'Shine' is the first solo album in more than a decade for Daniel Lanois, best known for his production work for artists such as U2, Peter Gabriel, Emmylou Harris, and Bob Dylan. Harris guests on vocals here, as does U2's Bono.
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421.
True Love Cast Out All Evil
by Roky Erickson With Okkervil River
April 20, 2010
The 13th Floor Elevators founder returns with his first album of new music in more than 10 years, and Okkervil River joins him as his backing band.
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422.
Loose Screw
by The Pretenders
November 12, 2002
The band's first album of new songs since 1999's Viva el Amor contains 12 mostly reggae-tinged tracks.
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423.
Group Sounds
by Rocket From The Crypt
March 6, 2001
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424.
The Creatures In The Garden Of Lady Walton
by Clogs
March 2, 2010
This is the first non-instrumental album for the group and features My Brightest Diamond's Shara Worden, The National's Matt Berninger, and Sufjan Stevens as guest singers. The songs were written in 2005 while Padma Newsome was working in Italy.
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425.
Sunshine Lies
by Matthew Sweet
August 26, 2008
The 10th album for the alt-rocker features Susanna Hoffs on backing vocals on one track.
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426.
Lucky 7
by The Reverend Horton Heat
February 26, 2002
The seventh album for the Texas-based rockabilly star and his band features the track "Like a Rocket," selected as this year's official Daytona 500 theme song.
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427.
Smoke & Mirrors
by The Datsuns
October 9, 2006
The New Zealand rock band returns with a third album.
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428.
Let Go
by Avril Lavigne
June 4, 2002
The 17-year-old Canadian singer-songwriter-skater nails the adult alternative Michelle Branch/Jewel/Alanis Morissette sound on this debut album, featuring her breakout hit single "Complicated."
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429.
Riot!
by Paramore
June 12, 2007
Hayley Williams leads her Franklin, Tennessee-based band in their second album.
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430.
Dig Out Your Soul
by Oasis
October 7, 2008
The British rock band releases its seventh album, produced by Dave Sardy.
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431.
Congratulations
by MGMT
April 13, 2010
Pete Kember produced the second album with the rock band led by Andrew VanWyngarden and Ben Goldwasser, which also includes three members from the touring live band.
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432.
All That You Can't Leave Behind
by U2
October 31, 2000
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433.
Folie A Deux
by Fall Out Boy
December 16, 2008
The latest album for the emo rock band was produced by Neal Avron.
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434.
The Information
by Beck
October 3, 2006
Nigel Godrich produced the latest eclectic release for the prolific Los Angeles-based artist, which is more varied and uptempo than their previous collaborations.
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435.
The Slip
by Nine Inch Nails
July 22, 2008
Trent Reznor slips in another digital album release.
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436.
A Crow Left Of The Murder
by Incubus
February 3, 2004
The alt-metal band's first album since their 2001 hit 'Morning View' features a slightly different lineup, with Ben Kenney replacing bassist Dirk Lance. Brendan O'Brien produced.
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437.
Return of Saturn
by No Doubt
April 11, 2000
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438.
Whoa, Nelly!
by Nelly Furtado
October 24, 2000
The debut album from Canadian/Portugese singer-songwriter Nelly Furtado is an ecelctic mix of musical styles.
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439.
Perfect Symmetry
by Keane
October 14, 2008
The third album for the British rock group was produced with Jon Brion and Stuart Price.
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440.
Ghosts I-IV
by Nine Inch Nails
April 8, 2008
Nine Inch Nails releases a mostly instrumental album, with some tracks falling under the Creative Commons License instead of being copyrighted.
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441.
Some Cities
by Doves
March 1, 2005
Ben Hiller (Elbow, Blur) produced the Manchester band's follow-up to 'The Last Broadcast.'
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442.
Binaural
by Pearl Jam
May 16, 2000
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443.
Heathen
by David Bowie
June 11, 2002
Bowie's first studio album in three years (and first for his new label ISO Records, distributed by Columbia) finds the older white duke working with producer Tony Visconti for the first time since 1980's 'Scary Monsters.' Pete Townsend and Dave Grohl guest on guitar on a track apiece.
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444.
When Your Heart Stops Beating
by (+44)
November 14, 2006
This is the first release for the new project from blink-182's Travis Barker and Mark Hoppus.
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445.
Coral Fang
by The Distillers
October 14, 2003
The punk outfit led by Brody Armstrong (oops--make that Brody Dalle, now) makes its major-label debut with 'Coral Fang,' the band's third release overall.
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446.
lovehatetragedy
by Papa Roach
June 18, 2002
The No-Cal rap-metal outfit returns with a second album for Dreamworks (their third overall). Lead singer Coby Dick has reverted back to his given name, Jacoby Shaddix, but otherwise, the band and sound remain the same.
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447.
Vision Valley
by The Vines
April 4, 2006
This is the third album for the Australian rock band, now down to a trio after the departure of bassist Patrick Matthews.
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448.
A City By The Light Divided
by Thursday
May 2, 2006
The New Jersey emo-rockers (not to be confused with the day of the week of the same name) are back with a fourth album, with Dave Fridmann producing.
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449.
Traffic And Weather
by Fountains of Wayne
April 3, 2007
Band member Adam Schlesinger produced FOW's long-awaited fourth studio album, which follows four years after their breakthrough hit 'Welcome Interstate Managers.'
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450.
Nightbird
by Erasure
January 25, 2005
'Nightbird' marks the first disc of original songs from the duo of Andrew Bell and Vince Clarke in five years.
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451.
Know Your Enemy
by Manic Street Preachers
April 24, 2001
The first album from the Manics in three years features the singles "Found That Soul" and "So Why So Sad."
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452.
The Battle For Everything
by Five for Fighting
February 3, 2004
Singer-songwriter John Ondrasik returns with his third Five For Fighting album, with Bill Bottrell (Sheryl Crow) handling some of the production duties.
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453.
Avi Buffalo
by Avi Buffalo
April 27, 2010
This is the debut album for the Long Beach, California-based rock band led by Avigdor Zahner-Isenberg, who also goes by the name Avi Buffalo.
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454.
Lie Down In The Light
by Bonnie "Prince" Billy
May 20, 2008
Louisville-born Will Oldham releases his latest album produced by Mark Nevers.
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455.
Release
by Pet Shop Boys
April 23, 2002
The Boys' eighth studio release features features Johnny Marr on guitar.
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456.
Split The Difference
by Gomez
May 18, 2004
The UK five-piece worked with producer Tchad Blake for this fourth LP.
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457.
Alone II: The Home Recordings
by Rivers Cuomo
November 25, 2008
The second set of demos from the Weezer singer ranges from 1993 to 2008.
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458.
HoboSapiens
by John Cale
September 7, 2004
Produced by Nick Franglen of Lemon Jelly, 'Hobo Sapiens' finds the 61-year-old Cale still willing to explore new musical territory. Note that none of the 12 songs here were on the "5 Tracks" EP released earlier in 2003.
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459.
Love Is Here
by Starsailor
January 8, 2002
This is the much-heralded debut album from the English foursome, produced by Steve Osbourne.
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460.
Slow Motion Daydream
by Everclear
March 11, 2003
Art Alexakis & Co. finally return with a successor to 2000's 'Songs From An American Movie' pair of albums... but is anyone still listening?
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461.
Build A Nation
by Bad Brains
June 26, 2007
The Beastie Boys' Adam Yauch produced this first release in a dozen years for the original lineup of the lengendary hardcore punk outfit.
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462.
Hot Shots II
by Beta Band
July 17, 2001
The second full-length (not including a collection of EPs) from Britain's heralded Beta Band is just as eclectic as the band's first outing, combining pop and indie rock with touches of hip hop and electronica. The ten new tracks are highlighted by the singles "Squares" and "Broke." (And if the immodest album title reminds you of the Stone Roses' 'Second Coming,' don't worry--the comparisons end there.)
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463.
The Silver Lining
by Soul Asylum
July 11, 2006
The Dave Pirner-led band's first album in eight years includes tracks recorded with the group's late bassist Karl Mueller as well as The Replacements' Tommy Stinson (who, yes, served as a replacement).
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464.
Born On Flag Day
by Deer Tick
June 23, 2009
The second album for the rock band led by John J. McCauley III, now includes three new members.
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465.
Mechanical Wonder
by Ocean Colour Scene
May 1, 2001
The fifth album from the British rockers is their first U.S. release in five years.
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466.
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.'
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467.
In Our Gun
by Gomez
April 23, 2002
The third studio album for the heralded British band features 13 new self-produced tracks.
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468.
Red Letter Days
by The Wallflowers
November 5, 2002
The fourth album from Jakob Dylan & Co. includes lead single "When You're on Top" and a bonus cover of Elvis Costello's "(What's So Funny 'bout) Peace, Love & Understanding." Long-time guitarist Michael Ward has left the group, leaving room for Pearl Jam's Mike McCready to provide some of the lead guitar on the album.
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469.
God Says No
by Monster Magnet
March 27, 2001
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470.
Strange Folk
by Kula Shaker
February 19, 2008
The British psychedelic rock band's third album was produced by Tchad Blake and Chris Sheldon.
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471.
Everyone Deserves Music
by Michael Franti & Spearhead
August 19, 2003
The fourth collaboration between Michael Franti and Spearhead mixes the politically-inclined raps of Franti with the disco/funk rhythms of a live band.
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472.
To Survive
by Joan as Police Woman
June 10, 2008
The sophomore album for Joan Wasser features Rufus Wainwright as a guest vocalist on one track.
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473.
In the Pursuit of Leisure
by Sugar Ray
June 3, 2003
This lengthily-titled album marks a reunion for the band with producer David Kahne. Included here is a cover of Joe Jackson's "Is She Really Going Out With Him?"
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474.
Who Killed Sgt. Pepper?
by The Brian Jonestown Massacre
February 23, 2010
The 11th album for the Anton Newcombe-led rock band features the return of bassist/guitarist Matt Hollywood, who left the group in 1999.
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475.
Why You Runnin' [EP]
by Lissie
November 10, 2009
The debut five-track EP for the California-based singer was produced by Band Of Horses' Bill Reynolds.
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476.
Art Brut vs. Satan
by Art Brut
April 21, 2009
The third album for the English band was produced by Black Francis (aka Frank Black).
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477.
Enter The Vaselines
by The Vaselines
May 5, 2009
The two-disc set for the Scottish indie-rock band includes the reissues of two EPs, an LP, several demos, and live tracks recorded in the late 1980s.
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478.
Poem
by Delerium
November 21, 2000
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479.
Abandoned Shopping Trolley Hotline
by Gomez
October 10, 2000
A 20-track compilation of B-sides, studio outtakes, and radio performances from the Mercury Music Prize-winning band.
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480.
Hate
by The Delgados
January 21, 2003
The Glasgow, Scotland-based band follow 2000's stunning 'The Great Eastern' with this, their fourth (and almost equally stunning) LP. Dave Fridmann (Mercury Rev) returns as producer.
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481.
Forget Yourself
by The Church
February 3, 2004
This is the veteran Australian band's 17th album.
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482.
Queen of Denmark
by John Grant
April 6, 2010
This is the debut solo album for the former lead singer of Denver band, The Czars.
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483.
Oh! Mighty Engine
by Neil Halstead
July 29, 2008
The sophomore solo album for the Mojave 3 and Slowdive member.
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484.
The Resistance
by Muse
September 15, 2009
The fifth album for the English rock trio was produced entirely by the band.
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485.
Weezer [2001]
by Weezer
May 15, 2001
This "green album," produced by Ric Ocasek, is actually the second untitled album for the Los Angeles band, not to be confused with 1994's "blue album." The album is the band's first since leader Rivers Cuomo's graduation from Harvard -- in fact, it is their first since their 1996 sophomore effort, 'Pinkerton,' which alienated some fans with a shift toward an angrier sound.
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486.
In Your Honor
by Foo Fighters
June 14, 2005
This double-disc set from Dave Grohl & co. includes one full CD of acoustic tracks. Guests include John Paul Jones, Norah Jones, Josh Homme and Petra Haden.
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487.
Maladroit
by Weezer
May 14, 2002
When it rains it pours: After going five years without a Weezer album, fans of the quirky alt-rockers get two new discs in two years, with this (their fourth release overall) quickly following 2001's Green Album.
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488.
Riot Act
by Pearl Jam
November 12, 2002
Still going strong, the Seattle grunge band returns with its seventh studio album.
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489.
Revelations
by Audioslave
September 5, 2006
Brendan O'Brien produced this third release for the Chris Cornell-led band.
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490.
Far
by Regina Spektor
June 23, 2009
The Russian-born singer-songwriter's latest album was produced by Jeff Lynne, Mike Elizondo, David Kahne and Garret "Jacknife" Lee.
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491.
Crimson
by Alkaline Trio
May 24, 2005
Jerry Finn (blink-182) produced this follow-up to 'Good Mourning.'
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492.
Louder Now
by Taking Back Sunday
April 25, 2006
Eric Valentine (Queens Of The Stone Age) produced the emo band's third studio album and major-label debut.
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493.
Send Away The Tigers
by Manic Street Preachers
May 7, 2007
Dave Eringa produced the politically-charged eighth studio album for the Welsh rockers.
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494.
Hot Mess
by Cobra Starship
August 11, 2009
The third album for the rock band features Gossip Girl’s Leighton Meester on one track.
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495.
Brett Anderson
by Brett Anderson
March 26, 2007
This is the solo debut for the former frontman of Suede and The Tears.
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496.
Bowie At The Beeb
by David Bowie
October 3, 2000
Bowie's 1968-1972 BBC radio sessions are compiled onto two discs. Most editions of this album come with a limited edition third disc that consists of a concert recorded in 2000, featuring songs from the '70's, '80's, and '90's.
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497.
So Runs The World Away
by Josh Ritter
May 4, 2010
The fifth album for the singer-songwriter was produced by Sam Kassirer.
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498.
This Addiction
by Alkaline Trio
February 23, 2010
Produced and recorded by the band along with the helping hand of producer Matt Allison, the Chicago punk-rock natives' seventh studio album, This Addiction, is the band's first release on their label Heart & Skull and their first with Epitaph Records.
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499.
Haunted Cities
by Transplants
June 21, 2005
This is the second album from the punk trio which features members of blink-182 (Travis Barker) and Rancid (Tim Armstrong).
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500.
What Does It All Mean? 1983-2006 Retrospective
by Steinski
May 27, 2008
The two-disc set includes the 28-track "Nothing to Fear" on disc two.
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