The aptly titled fourth studio album from the pop songstress has both dance-floor-ready jams and down-tempo tunes that are a bit tamer than those in the last album.

The fifth full-length studio release for the alternative rock band is a concept album about the love story of Mylo Xyloto, set in an alien dystopia.

Nick Raskulinecz produced the third album for the rock band that sees only singer Amy Lee as the remaining original member.

The second full-length studio album for the French electronic duo features guest appearances by Ali Love, Morgan Phalen, and Vincent Vendetta.

Ernest Greene releases his first full-length of dreamy synth-pop under his Washed Out moniker.

The famous pop artist's seventh album promises a sleekly produced, seductive sound, perfect for a disco party with her signature dance floor pop.

Some of the third studio album for the former star of Sonny With A Chance and the Camp Rock movies was recorded after she sought treatment for self-harm and bulimia.

The seventh studio album from the alternative rock band has Dave Grohl bringing in producer Butch Vig (of Nirvana's Nevermind fame) for its latest release.

The Icelandic actress/singer-songwriter's latest album of experimental music was partially recorded on an iPad.

The New Zealand indie electronic band's debut album opened at number one on the New Zealand album chart.

The Essex-born pop singer, Jessie "J" Cornish, makes her debut and has already created a buzz as the the recent Brit's "Critics Choice" winner.

The mixtape was released as a free download on Frank Ocean's Tumblr.

The Seattle indie-folk outfit return with the harmonious follow-up to their debut.

The self-titled debut for Jasmine van den Bogaerde features covers of songs by such artists as The National, Francis & the Lights, Bon Iver, the xx, Naked & Famous, Fleet Foxes, Postal Service, and James Taylor.

The punk-pop band returns with its sixth studio album and its first release since it split up in 2005.

The group is down to four instead of their previous sextet lineup, but their newest album is still rich in sound and is compositionally sophisticated. It was recorded in 10 days and is thought to be their most conceptual record to date.

The long delayed 21-track album for the Los Angeles rapper features guest turns from Dr. Dre, Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg, Lil Wayne, Sly, Drake, Rick Ross, Beanie Sigel, Young Jeezy, Big Boi, E-40, Lloyd, Mario, Wale. Chris Brown, Nelly Furtado, and Tyler, the Creator.

The debut from the Pittsburgh rapper features the biggest-selling hip-hop single of 2010, Black and Yellow--a track that became the unofficial anthem for the Steelers in Super Bowl XLV.

Danger Mouse returns to produce the seventh studio album for The Black Keys.

This is the debut album for the Portland, Oregon-based band led by New Zealand-born Ruban Nielson of the Mint Chicks.

A divorce and two-year break left Lavigne with plenty to ponder, and her newest album is one of her most personal and introspective albums to date.

Polly Jean Harvey takes a political approach on her latest album, as a singer-songwriter speaking on the casualties of war, the cruelty of life and the condition of being human.

Arctic Monkeys partners with producer James Ford for a third time for a fourth album of indie pop songs.

Jay-Z and Kanye West join forces to form their own group and release their collaborative new album.

Anthony Gonzalez's two-disc album produced by Justin Meldal-Johnsen features contributions from Medicine's Brad Laner, Morgan Kibby, and Zola Jesus.

The Los Angeles indie rock band release their debut album.

The collaborative project of the California rap collective Anticon and German experimentalists The Notwist return with a new album of genre-bending music.

The San Francisco-based duo releases their sophomore full-length album.

The third album for the Australian features guest vocals by The Prodigy's Liam Howlett, Porcupine Tree's Steve Wilson, and the band In Flames.

The sixth album for Brooklyn-based electronic artist Daniel Lopatin utilizes samples of 1980's commercials.

The Brooklyn boy-girl duo make their major-label debut with throwback pop songs.

The Brooklyn-based hip-hop legends return with their eighth studio album.

A solo project from Cleveland's Dylan Baldi, Cloud Nothings' debut is full of poetic teen angst and lo-fi pop melodies.

The latest album for the singer-songwriter is the first album of all new songs since 2004's Real Gone.

The Chicago alternative rock band releases its eighth studio album on its own label dBom.

The fourth full-length release for the Minneapolis-based hip-hop artist was produced by John Congleton and features Tegan Quin as a guest vocalist.

This is the third of the Balloon Trilogy mixtapes offered for free via download by Canadian artist, Abel Tesfaye.

The digital-only album was recorded by Damon Albarn on his iPad while on tour in 2010 is released on CD.

After the loss of two members, the Las Vegas-based rock duo returns with its third studio album of rough-edged emo pop.

The half-English, half-Italian singer's self-titled debut showcases her sophisticated songwriting abilities -- drawing comparisons to PJ Harvey -- and her musical prowess.

This is the debut solo full-length album for violinist/producer K. Ishibashi.

The Barbados-born singer's sixth studio album features guest appearances by Calvin Harris and Jay-Z.

The California rock band releases their 10th album produced by Rick Rubin and the first since 2006 and with new guitarist Josh Klinghoffer, who replaced John Frusciante.

The 13th studio album is a concept album about the life of Redford Stephens, a fictional character who gets involved with drugs.

This is the fourth full-length studio album for the Canadian singer.

After making three successful mixtapes, the rapper releases his debut studio album featuring guest appearances from Drake, Missy Elliot, Jay-Z, and Trey Songz.

The Strokes' self-produced fourth album strikes a neo-garage rock chord with the past, recalling the early sounds of their 2001 debut.

The Chicago rapper returns with his third album of slick, electronic beats and rhythms, featuring appearances by Skylar Gray and Trey Songz.

The electronic UK producer duo of Joe Ray and Dan Stephens, with guest vocalist Alana Watson, releases its debut full-length album.

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.

The third album for the British rock quintet was produced and recorded by the band.

Jennifer Lopez returns after twins with a deeply personal seventh album, featuring collaborations with The-Dream and Tricky Stewart, Pitbull, and RedOne.

Stockholm-based Alex Willner continues his ambient techno style on his third album.

The death of his father was an influence on the third album for the British singer and was produced by Bernard Butler.

This is the debut album for the British dubstep producer whose real name is unknown.

The singer known for being constantly steeped in controversy turns the spotlight back on music with up-tempo R&B on his latest 13-track release, cowriting the majority of the record and incorporating a synth-pop sound.

The Portland, Oregon-based electronic dance band releases its sophomore full-length album.

Sweden's Lykke Li continues to disarm listeners with her distinctive voice on her second album, keeping in tune with her tough sensuality and pop whimsy.

This is the debut folk rock album for the British singer-songwriter.

The Southern California rock band releases their seventh album of melodic alternative rock.

The nu-metal Florida quintet releases its sixth studio album; the first in more than a decade with the original lineup.

The New York-based electro pop group made up of two friends, Alex Frankel and Nick Millhiser, release their debut album of dancefloor, disco jams.

The Kentucky quintet's sophomore album is filled with noisy guitars and pop-laced alternative rock jams, comparable to bands like the Pixies and Cake.

The fourth release for the soul singer features production from Babyface, James Poyser, Kelvin Wooten, and Salaam Remi.

Kate Bush's first new album in six years is influenced by snow and features Stephen Fry, Elton John , and Andy Fairweather Low as guest musicians.

The Atlanta metal band's first album that is not a concept release was produced by Mike Elizondo.

Eight years after her last release, the country-folk singer releases new material.

The third album for the UK-based band, led by Tennessee-born Nathan Nicholson, was produced by Ethan Johns and exemplifies their wide-ranging sound.

R.E.M. returns with their 15th album, mixing up their winning musical recipe of the past with a new approach, featuring guest appearances by Patti Smith, Eddie Vedder, and Peaches.

The first full-length album for the British singer-songwriter debuted as number one on the UK album charts. The US version includes three songs not on the UK release.

Lou Reed and Metallica collaborated on this two-disc set of music based on Frank Wedekind's LuLu plays.

The fourth solo album for the hip-hop producer features such guests as Erykah Badu, Khrysis, Talib Kweli, Kendrick Lamar, Murs, Phonte, Raekwon, and Warren G.

St. Vincent, otherwise known as Annie Clark, releases her third album, produced by John Congleton.

The Portland-based band releases its sixth studio album of psychedelic rock.

The rock band from Long Island returns with a new album produced by Queens of the Stoneage's Eric Valentine and features the original lineup from its 2002 debut.

The Miami rapper's new album consists of club bangers and features collaborations with Marc Anthony and Ne-Yo.

The hip-hop duo from Detroit consists of rappers Royce da 5'9" and Eminem.

The full-length debut from Joy Williams and John Paul White – featured on an episode of Grey’s Anatomy – is a collection of lyrically deep songs of love and the human condition, using the simplicity of multiple instruments and soulful vocals.

King of Hearts -- Lloyd's fourth album -- is his first release with Polow da Don's Interscope-affiliated Zone 4 label.

The veteran singer-songwriter releases his 12th studio album, the first in five years.

The punk rock quartet from Chicago's sixth studio album reveals a change in sound for the group, with more polished, politically-driven songs and uptempo rhythms.

The London-based band’s debut is full of fuzzy noise rock and guitar-heavy anthems, seemingly influenced by the ‘90s grunge era.