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Unguarded 601.

Unguarded

by Rae Morris
January 26, 2015
The debut full-length release for the British singer-songwriter was co-produced by Ariel Rechtshaid.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.7
Singing Bones 602.

Singing Bones

by The Handsome Family
October 7, 2003
The husband and wife duo of Brett and Rennie Sparks return with their sixth CD of dark, country-tinged folk-rock.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.7
Sung Tongs 603.

Sung Tongs

by Animal Collective
June 1, 2004
The Brooklyn-based collective (on this release, reduced to the duo of Avey Tare and Panda Bear) combine vocal harmonies, a pair of acoustic guitars, and diverse influences into a unique sound on this latest release.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.7
High Violet 604.

High Violet

by The National
May 11, 2010
The band and Peter Katis produced the Brooklyn-based rock quintet's fifth full-length album.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.7
The Raven That Refused to Sing and Other Stories 605.

The Raven That Refused to Sing and Other Stories

by Steven Wilson
February 26, 2013
Co-produced with Alan Parsons, the third solo release from Steven Wilson was based on short stories the Porcupine Tree singer/guitarist wrote or co-wrote with Hajo Mueller.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.7
UGLY 606.

UGLY

by slowthai
March 3, 2023
The third full-length release for British rapper slowthai was produced by Dan Carey and features contributions from Kwes Darko, Ethan P. Flynn, Jockstrap’s Taylor Skye, Beabadoobee's Jacob Bugden, Fontaines D.C.'s Liam Toon.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.7
The Bones of What You Believe 607.

The Bones of What You Believe

by Chvrches
September 24, 2013
This is the debut full-length studio release for the Scottish synth-pop trio.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.7
Woman Worldwide 608.

Woman Worldwide

by Justice
August 24, 2018
The live versions of songs from 2007's Cross; 2011's Audio, Video, Disco; and 2016's Woman were recorded in the studio for this 15-track release.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.7
You're Gonna Miss It All 609.

You're Gonna Miss It All

by Modern Baseball
February 11, 2014
The second full-length release for the Philadelphia indie pop band was mastered by Will Yip.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.7
Does This Look Infected? 610.

Does This Look Infected?

by Sum 41
November 26, 2002
The Toronto, Canada punk outfit returns with a follow-up to their successful 2001 debut, 'All Killer No Filler.'
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.7
Bubblegum 611.

Bubblegum

by Mark Lanegan Band
August 10, 2004
The former Screaming Trees member and Queens Of The Stone Age collaborator returns with his sixth solo album, credited to the Mark Lanegan Band. Guests include Ween, PJ Harvey, Josh Homme, Nick Oliveri and Izzy Stradlin and Duff McKagan.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.7
Masterpiece 612.

Masterpiece

by Big Thief
May 27, 2016
This is the debut full-length release for the Brooklyn folk-influenced rock band led by Adrianne Lenker.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.7
The Remote Part 613.

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
Eyelid Movies 614.

Eyelid Movies

by Phantogram
February 9, 2010
The upstate New York indie rock duo releases its debut full-length album.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.7
Golden Hour 615.

Golden Hour

by Kacey Musgraves
March 30, 2018
The seventh full-length release for the country singer-songwriter was co-produced with Daniel Tashian and Ian Fitchuk.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.7
Good News For People Who Love Bad News 616.

Good News For People Who Love Bad News

by Modest Mouse
April 6, 2004
Produced by Dennis Herring (Camper Van Beethoven), the latest release from the Seattle-based indie rockers sees a return of guitarist Dann Gallucci (last with the band on Sad Sappy Sucker) and a new drummer (Benjamin Weikel) as well as a guest spot from the Dirty Dozen Brass Band.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.7
Jubilee 617.

Jubilee

by Japanese Breakfast
June 4, 2021
The third full-length release for Michelle Zauner was inspired in part by Bjork's Homogenic and Wilco's Summerteeth.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.7
Kids See Ghosts 618.

Kids See Ghosts

by Kids See Ghosts
June 8, 2018
The debut surprise studio release for the collaboration between Kanye West and Kid Cudi features contributions from André 3000, Mos Def, Ty Dolla $ign as well as samples from Kurt Cobain's "Burn the Rain" and Louis Prima's "What Would Santa Claus Do?".
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.7
Melt My Eyez See Your Future 619.

Melt My Eyez See Your Future

by Denzel Curry
March 25, 2022
The latest full-length release for Florida rapper Denzel Curry features guest appearances from 454, 6LACK, Robert Glasper, Jasiah, JID, Buzzy Lee, Rico Nasty, Bridget Perez, Powers Pleasant, Karriem Riggins, slowthai, T-Pain, and Saul Williams.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.7
Hold On Now, Youngster 620.

Hold On Now, Youngster

by Los Campesinos!
April 1, 2008
The debut album for the Cardiff, Wales-based indie rock band was produced by David Newfeld.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.7
Flowers for Vases/descansos 621.

Flowers for Vases/descansos

by Hayley Williams
February 5, 2021
The second full-length solo release for the Paramore singer was recorded at her Nashville home during the COVID-19 lockdown.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.7
obZen 622.

obZen

by Meshuggah
March 11, 2008
The Swedish metal band releases its sixth studio album.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.7
Emily Alone 623.

Emily Alone

by Florist
July 26, 2019
The Florist's singer-songwriter Emily Sprague self-recorded this release after a number of circumstances including a break-up and a death in the family made it difficult to get the band together to record it.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.7
Seventeen Going Under 624.

Seventeen Going Under

by Sam Fender
October 8, 2021
The second full-length release for the British indie rock singer-songwriter was produced by Bramwell Bronte.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.7
Goodbye Bread 625.

Goodbye Bread

by Ty Segall
June 21, 2011
The San Francisco-based garage revivalist returns with a new record, the first on Drag City's label.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.7
Inni [Live] 626.

Inni [Live]

by Sigur Rós
November 15, 2011
The three-disc live CD/DVD set includes a recording of its last concert at London's Alexandra Palace in 2008 during their tour promoting its fifth album..
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.7
White Blood Cells 627.

White Blood Cells

by The White Stripes
July 3, 2001
The Detroit-based "brother-sister" (or, if you don't believe everything you read, ex husband and wife) indie duo of Jack (guitars) and Meg (drums) White continue their stripped-down sound on this, their third full-length.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.7
Saint Dymphna 628.

Saint Dymphna

by Gang Gang Dance
October 21, 2008
The fourth album for the the Brooklyn, New York, experimental rock band.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.7
The Mountain 629.

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
Sainthood 630.

Sainthood

by Tegan and Sara
October 27, 2009
The latest album for the twin singer-songwriters was produced with Chris Walla.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.7
How Long Do You Think It's Gonna Last? 631.

How Long Do You Think It's Gonna Last?

by Big Red Machine
August 27, 2021
The second full-length release for the collaboration between Bon Iver's Justin Vernon and The National's Aaron Dessner features guest appearances from Fleet Foxes, Lisa Hannigan, Ben Howard, Ilsey, La Force, Anaïs Mitchell, Naeem, Shara Nova, Taylor Swift, This Is The Kit, and Sharon Van Etten.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.7
Gish [Deluxe Edition] 632.

Gish [Deluxe Edition]

by The Smashing Pumpkins
November 29, 2011
The deluxe edition of the remastered debut album for the Smashing Pumpkins includes a disc of unreleased/rare tracks and a DVD of a 1990 concert at Chicago's The Metro.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.7
Once Twice Melody 633.

Once Twice Melody

by Beach House
February 18, 2022
The latest full-length release for Baltimore duo Beach House was self-produced and features a live string ensemble.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.7
The Blueprint 634.

The Blueprint

by Jay-Z
September 11, 2001
The now-legendary Brooklyn rapper follows 2000's 'The Dynasty Roc la Familia' with this 13-track disc.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.7
Clor 635.

Clor

by Clor
July 25, 2005
The Barry Dobbin-led band (who also form part of Roots Manuva's live band) make their debut with this retro-dance-rock disc.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.7
Ultimate Victory 636.

Ultimate Victory

by Chamillionaire
September 18, 2007
The second solo album features guests UGK, Krayzie Bone, Lil Wayne, Slick Rick, and Devin The Dude.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.7
Aquarius 637.

Aquarius

by Tinashe
October 7, 2014
The debut full-length studio release for the R&B singer features guest appearances from A$AP Rocky, Future, Devonté Hynes, and ScHoolboy Q.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.7
Manual 638.

Manual

by Boogarins
October 30, 2015
This is the second full-length release for the Brazilian psychedelic rock band.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.7
Telefone [Mixtape] 639.

Telefone [Mixtape]

by Noname
July 31, 2016
The debut mixtape for the Chicago rapper Fatimah Warner features guest appearances from Akenya, Cam O'bi, Joseph Chilliams, Eryn Allen Kane, Ravyn Lenae, Xavier Omär, Phoelix, Raury, Saba, Smino and theMIND.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.7
Sumday 640.

Sumday

by Grandaddy
June 10, 2003
The best indie rock band to come out of Modesto, California in quite some time (well, ever, we'd think) returns with a long-awaited fourth LP, arriving a full three years after The Sophtware Slump thanks to worldwide tours and a lengthy recording process.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.7
XXX 641.

XXX

by Danny Brown
August 15, 2011
The Detroit rapper's latest mixtape was made available on his label's website for free.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.7
Shadows Collide With People 642.

Shadows Collide With People

by John Frusciante
February 24, 2004
The Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist returns with a follow-up to his 2001 solo release, 'To Record Only Water For Ten Days.'
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.7
Women in Music, Pt. III 643.

Women in Music, Pt. III

by HAIM
June 26, 2020
The third full-length release for the Los Angeles trio of sisters was produced with Rostam Batmanglij, Ariel Rechtshaid and Buddy Ross.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.7
Maya 644.

Maya

by John Frusciante
October 23, 2020
The latest full-length solo release for the Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist contains only instrumental electronic music.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.7
Phrazes For The Young 645.

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
Trees Outside The Academy 646.

Trees Outside The Academy

by Thurston Moore
September 18, 2007
The Sonic Youth singer releases his first solo album since 1995 on his own label.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.7
Donkey 647.

Donkey

by CSS
July 22, 2008
The sophomore album for the Brazilian indie-rock band was produced by band member Adriano Cintra.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.7
Hospice 648.

Hospice

by The Antlers
August 18, 2009
This is the second album for the Peter Silberman-led band.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.7
Keep It Like A Secret 649.

Keep It Like A Secret

by Built to Spill
February 23, 1999
This second major-label release from Doug Martsch and company (following 'Perfect From Now On') features shorter, cleaner-sounding songs than that previous release.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.7
All Our Gods Have Abandoned Us 650.

All Our Gods Have Abandoned Us

by Architects
May 27, 2016
The seventh full-length release for the British metalcore band was produced by Henrik Udd and Fredrik Nordström.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.7
The Futureheads 651.

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
4:13 Dream 652.

4:13 Dream

by The Cure
October 28, 2008
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.7
Ring 653.

Ring

by Glasser
September 28, 2010
This is the debut full-length album for Cameron Mesirow as Glasser.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.7
Fine Line 654.

Fine Line

by Harry Styles
December 13, 2019
The second full-length solo release for the One Direction member features production from Jeff Bhasker, Tyler Johnson, Kid Harpoon, and Sammy Witte.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.7
I'll Sleep When You're Dead 655.

I'll Sleep When You're Dead

by El-P
March 20, 2007
El-P's long-anticipated second solo disc features collaborations with Cat Power, Trent Reznor, Matt Sweeney, Aesop Rock, and The Mars Volta.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.7
Stainless Style 656.

Stainless Style

by Neon Neon
March 18, 2008
Boom Bip and Super Furry Animals' Gruff Rhys come together to release a concept album about the life of John DeLorean.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.7
Existential Reckoning 657.

Existential Reckoning

by Puscifer
October 30, 2020
The fourth full-length release for the trio led by Maynard James Keenan was mixed by Mat Mitchell.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.7
Get Lonely 658.

Get Lonely

by The Mountain Goats
August 22, 2006
John Darnielle follows 'The Sunset Tree' with this equally personal 12-song set.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.7
Veckatimest 659.

Veckatimest

by Grizzly Bear
May 26, 2009
The third album for the Brooklyn-based indie-rock band.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.7
Distant Relatives 660.

Distant Relatives

by Nas And Damian Marley
May 18, 2010
The African-themed album brings Nas and reggae singer Damien Marley (the youngest son of Bob Marley) together. It features guest appearances by K'naan, Lil Wayne, Joss Stone, Dennis Brown, and Damien's brother Steven Marley, who also produced the release.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.7
Observator 661.

Observator

by The Raveonettes
September 11, 2012
The sixth album for the Danish duo was produced by Richard Gottehrer and singer Sune Rose Wagner.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.7
Into The Wild 662.

Into The Wild

by Eddie Vedder
September 18, 2007
Pearl Jam's lead singer goes solo with music based on his works for the film of the same name.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.7
Labor Days 663.

Labor Days

by Aesop Rock
September 18, 2001
Metascore:
92
User Score:
8.7
Live At Reading 664.

Live At Reading

by Nirvana
November 3, 2009
The entire performance by Nirvana at 1992's Reading Festival is released both as a CD and DVD.
Metascore:
93
User Score:
8.7
Ten Stories 665.

Ten Stories

by mewithoutYou
May 15, 2012
Daniel Smith of Danielson produced the fifth full-length album for the indie rock band that features guest appearances from Amy Carrigan, Hayley Williams of Paramore, and Aimee Wilson.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.7
The Mysterious Production Of Eggs 666.

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
The Shepherd's Dog 667.

The Shepherd's Dog

by Iron & Wine
September 25, 2007
The third album for the Austin-based singer Sam Beam.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.7
Goodnight Oslo 668.

Goodnight Oslo

by Robyn Hitchcock
February 17, 2009
The second album Robyn Hitchcock has recorded with The Venus 3 (Peter Buck, Scott McCaughey, & Bill Rieflin) features a track used in the film Rachel Getting Married.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.7
Fox Confessor Brings The Flood 669.

Fox Confessor Brings The Flood

by Neko Case
March 7, 2006
Members of Calexico and Giant Sand help provide the music for the singer's first studio album in four years.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.7
Person Pitch 670.

Person Pitch

by Panda Bear
March 20, 2007
The third solo album from Animal Collective's Noah Lennox (aka Panda Bear) is completely unlike its predecessor, as it is both upbeat and electronic, sounding like a spacey, 21st century Beach Boys album.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.7
Brain Thrust Mastery 671.

Brain Thrust Mastery

by We Are Scientists
May 13, 2008
The California-based indie rock band, which has had more luck in the UK, releases its latest album.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.7
The ArchAndroid 672.

The ArchAndroid

by Janelle Monáe
May 18, 2010
The second full-length album for the singer born in Kansas City is a continuation of the story of Cindi Mayweather, the android introduced in the 2007 EP, "Metropolis Suite I of IV: The Chase."
Metascore:
91
User Score:
8.7
Helplessness Blues 673.

Helplessness Blues

by Fleet Foxes
May 3, 2011
The Seattle indie-folk outfit return with the harmonious follow-up to their debut.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.7
Dance Fever 674.

Dance Fever

by Florence + the Machine
May 13, 2022
The fifth full-length studio release for British indie rock band Florence + The Machine features production with Jack Antonoff and Glass Animals' Dave Bayley.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.7
Hellfire 675.

Hellfire

by Black Midi
July 15, 2022
The third full-length release for British post-punk rock band Black Midi was produced by Marta Salogni.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.7
Microcastle 676.

Microcastle

by Deerhunter
October 28, 2008
The rock group from Georgia recorded the album in a week in Brooklyn, New york.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.7
Hidden Vagenda 677.

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
Chicken & Beer 678.

Chicken & Beer

by Ludacris
October 7, 2003
Perhaps the most successful Dirty South rapper, Ludacris returns with his third Def Jam release.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.7
Manners 679.

Manners

by Passion Pit
May 19, 2009
The debut full-length album for the Massachusetts indie-rock band.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.7
Southern Rock Opera 680.

Southern Rock Opera

by Drive-By Truckers
July 16, 2002
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.7
Legends Never Die 681.

Legends Never Die

by R.A. the Rugged Man
April 30, 2013
The first album in nine years for the New York rapper includes guest appearance from Brother Ali, Amalie Bruun, Eamon, Hopsin, Krizz Kaliko, Talib Kweli, Masta Ace, Sadat X, Tech N9ne, and Vinnie Paz.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.7
Such Pretty Forks in the Road 682.

Such Pretty Forks in the Road

by Alanis Morissette
July 31, 2020
The ninth full-length studio release for the singer-songwriter is her first since 2012's Havoc And Bright Lights.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.7
1972 683.

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
American VI: Ain't No Grave 684.

American VI: Ain't No Grave

by Johnny Cash
February 23, 2010
The last recordings of the country/rock legend features songs from 2006's "American V: A Hundred Highways" recording sessions and was again produced by Rick Rubin.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.7
Crystal Castles [2010] 685.

Crystal Castles [2010]

by Crystal Castles
June 8, 2010
The second self-titled album for the Canadian duo was recorded in a variety of places, including a garage in Detroit, a church in Iceland, a cabin in Canada, and a real music studio in London.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.7
The Stage 686.

The Stage

by Avenged Sevenfold
October 28, 2016
The seventh full-length studio release for the Southern California metal band is its first with former Bad Religion drummer Brooks Wackerman was produced by Joe Barresi.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.7
Alias [EP] 687.

Alias [EP]

by Shygirl
November 20, 2020
The seven-track EP for the British artist features production by Sega Bodega, SOPHIE and Kai Whiston.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.7
Journal For Plague Lovers 688.

Journal For Plague Lovers

by Manic Street Preachers
September 15, 2009
The latest album for the Welsh rock band was produced by Steve Albini and features lyrics from Richey James Edwards, who went missing in 1995.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.7
The Unforgiving 689.

The Unforgiving

by Within Temptation
March 29, 2011
The fifth album for the Dutch metal band was released in conjunction with a comic book and short films that illustrate the story within the concept album.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.7
Night of Hunters 690.

Night of Hunters

by Tori Amos
September 20, 2011
The singer-songwriter takes inspiration from classical music to create a "21st century song cycle" for her 12th album, released on the world-renowned German classical label, Deutsche Grammophon.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.7
The  Girl with the Dragon Tattoo [OST] 691.

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo [OST]

by Trent Reznor
December 27, 2011
Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross return to work on the soundtrack of David Fincher's adaptation of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.7
Lions 692.

Lions

by The Black Crowes
May 8, 2001
'Lions' continues to build on the sound established in 1999's 'By Your Side,' with this outing produced by Don Was.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
8.7
Room Noises 693.

Room Noises

by Eisley
February 8, 2005
This is the debut album for the Texas teenage home-schooled Christian indie-rock band made up of three DuPree sisters, one DuPree brother, and the other guy, who already have two EPs and a tour supporting Coldplay under their belts.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
8.7
Silent Shout 694.

Silent Shout

by The Knife
July 25, 2006
This is the third album (and first American release) for the Swedish brother-sister electro-pop duo of Olof Dreijer and Karin Dreijer Andersson.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.7
Immunity 695.

Immunity

by Clairo
August 2, 2019
The debut full-length release for the pop singer-songwriter Claire Cottrill was produced with Rostam Batmanglij.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.7
Psychic 696.

Psychic

by Darkside
October 8, 2013
The debut full-length release for the collaboration between guitarist Dave Harrington and electronic producer Nicolas Jaar took two years to record.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.7
I Never Learn 697.

I Never Learn

by Lykke Li
May 6, 2014
The third full-length release for the Swedish singer-songwriter was produced with Björn Yttling and Greg Kurstin.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.7
All Thoughts Fly 698.

All Thoughts Fly

by Anna von Hausswolff
September 25, 2020
The fifth full-length release for the Swedish composer includes seven instrumental tracks featuring a pipe organ from a church in Gothenburg.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.7
The Lemon Of Pink 699.

The Lemon Of Pink

by The Books
October 14, 2003
The experimental collage artists combine samples, vocals (courtesy of Anne Doerner) and acoustic instrumentation on this second release.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.7
Conor Oberst 700.

Conor Oberst

by Conor Oberst
August 5, 2008
The first solo album released on CD for the Bright Eyes singer was recorded in Mexico.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.7
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