Album Releases by Genre
Conspiracy of One
by The Offspring
November 14, 2000
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My Favorite Headache
by Geddy Lee
November 14, 2000
The solo debut from Rush bassist/vocalist Geddy Lee.
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Holy Wood (In the Shadow of the Valley of Death)
by Marilyn Manson
November 14, 2000
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Everything & Nothing
by David Sylvian
November 7, 2000
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Pure
by Gary Numan
November 7, 2000
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Pelo
by The Aluminum Group
November 7, 2000
The Chicago group's fourth full-length was produced by John Herndon (Tortoise, Isotope 217).
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Live at the Mark, Tom & Travis Show (The Enema Strikes Back)
by blink-182
November 7, 2000
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Parachutes
by Coldplay
November 7, 2000
The debut album from the London quartet earned the band a Mercury Music Prize nomination and frequent comparisons to Jeff Buckley and Travis.
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I Guess Sometimes I Need to Be Reminded Of How Much You Love Me
by Magnetophone
November 7, 2000
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The Sophtware Slump
by Grandaddy
November 7, 2000
The Modesto, CA band returns with a concept album reminiscent of Radiohead's 'OK Computer.'
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All That You Can't Leave Behind
by U2
October 31, 2000
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Haunted
by Poe
October 31, 2000
Poe's second album is a concept album, of sorts, about the death of her father (noted documentarian Tad Danielewski). Partially based on the autobiographical novel House of Leaves by Poe's brother Mark Z. Danielewski, 'Haunted' utilizes tapes of her father's voice as well as a mix of dark electronic and organic sounds.
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Buzzle Bee
by High Llamas
October 24, 2000
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More Light
by J. Mascis & the Fog
October 24, 2000
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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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Plays Music
by 33.3
October 24, 2000
This is the second LP for the Tortoise-like Yale grads, who have expanded from three to five musicians.
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Stories from the City, Stories from the Sea
by PJ Harvey
October 24, 2000
PJ Harvey's fifth, and possibly best, album sees her venturing away from the electronic experimentation of 1998's 'Is This Desire?' and returning to the purer rock sound prevalent on her early releases. Radiohead's Thom Yorke guests on the duet "This Mess We're In." Winner of the 2001 Mercury Music Prize.
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Wish I Was In Heaven Sitting Down
by R.L. Burnside
October 24, 2000
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Disco Volante
by Cinerama
October 24, 2000
The second album from Cinerama, the new band from Wedding Present frontman David Gedge, also featuring Gedge's wife Sally Murrell and former Weddoes guitarist Simon Cleave.
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Beneath the Velvet Sun
by Shawn Mullins
October 24, 2000
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Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water
by Limp Bizkit
October 17, 2000
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American III: Solitary Man
by Johnny Cash
October 17, 2000
In his sixth decade of recording, Johnny Cash reunites with producer Rick Rubin for a third consecutive outing. Like its two predecessors, 'III' consists of a mix of Cash originals and covers, this time from the likes of Nick Cave ("The Mercy Seat"), Tom Petty ("I Won't Back Down"), and U2 ("One").
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Eat at Whitey's
by Everlast
October 17, 2000
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Bedlam Ballroom
by Squirrel Nut Zippers
October 17, 2000
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Vapor Transmissions
by Orgy
October 10, 2000
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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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Breach
by The Wallflowers
October 10, 2000
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Kid A
by Radiohead
October 3, 2000
Seemingly unwilling to stick to a successful formula, Radiohead follow their breakthrough album 'OK Computer' with this much more experimental work (recorded during sessions that also spawned the later-released 'Amnesiac' album), which ventures even further away from conventional song structure and embraces electronica more fully (even sounding at times like Aphex Twin).
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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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Sing When You're Winning
by Robbie Williams
October 3, 2000
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Oui
by The Sea and Cake
October 3, 2000
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The Hour of Bewilderbeast
by Badly Drawn Boy
October 3, 2000
The debut full-length album from Damon Gough (who records under the Badly Drawn Boy name) earned Britain's Mercury Prize for Best Album in 2000.
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Warning
by Green Day
October 3, 2000
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You're the One
by Paul Simon
October 3, 2000
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Bootleg: Detroit
by Morphine
September 26, 2000
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The Magnificent Tree
by Hooverphonic
September 26, 2000
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Sailing to Philadelphia
by Mark Knopfler
September 26, 2000
The second full solo album from the Dire Straits frontman features guest appearances from James Taylor and Van Morrison.
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Crossing Muddy Waters
by John Hiatt
September 26, 2000
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Suitcase: Failed Experiments and Trashed Aircraft
by Guided by Voices
September 19, 2000
A four-disc box set consisting of 100 studio outtakes from throughout GBV's history.
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Friends of Rachel Worth
by The Go-Betweens
September 19, 2000
The first new release in 12 years from the influential Australian band features founding members Robert Forster and Grant McLennan with backing from members of Sleater-Kinney.
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Music
by Madonna
September 19, 2000
The follow-up to Madonna's hit 'Ray of Light' was produced by 'Light's producer William Orbit and French electronica artist Mirwais.
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The Harsh Light of Day
by Fastball
September 19, 2000
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SelmaSongs: Music from the Motion Picture Dancer in the Dark
by Björk
September 19, 2000
The soundtrack to Lars Von Trier's "Dancer In The Dark" consists of seven tracks from Bjork, who also starred in the film. Includes "I've Seen It All," a duet with Radiohead's Thom Yorke.
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Red Dirt Girl
by Emmylou Harris
September 12, 2000
Similar in sound to 1995's adventurous 'Wrecking Ball,' this album of original Harris tunes features guest appearances from Bruce Springsteen, Dave Matthews and Jill Cunniff (Luscious Jackson), among others.
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Maroon
by Barenaked Ladies
September 12, 2000
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Kelly's Locker [EP]
by Sarah Cracknell
September 12, 2000
An eight-track solo compilation from Saint Etienne vocalist Sarah Cracknell.
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Freaked Out and Small
by The Presidents Of The United States Of America
September 12, 2000
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It's Like This
by Rickie Lee Jones
September 12, 2000
Much like her 1991 release 'Pop Pop,' this album showcases Jones' vocal talents as she reinterprets an eclectic variety of songs (by everyone from The Beatles and Marvin Gaye to Steely Dan and Gershwin) in her own unique style.
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OST
by Almost Famous
September 12, 2000
The soundtrack to the Cameron Crowe comedy features music from the 1970's, including tracks from Simon & Garfunkel, The Who, The Allman Brothers Band, Elton John, and David Bowie (a cover of Velvet Underground's "I'm Waiting For The Man"), and one original track, from the movie's fictitious Stillwater.
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Righteous Love
by Joan Osborne
September 12, 2000
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Relationship Of Command
by At the Drive-In
September 12, 2000
This is the final release for At The Drive-In, who later split to form groups Sparta and The Mars Volta.
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Lift Your Skinny Fists Like Antennas to Heaven
by Godspeed You! Black Emperor
September 12, 2000
The second proper album from the Canadian instrumentalists consists of four independent works(each 18-22 minutes long).... yes, that's 2 songs per CD.
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Twisted Tenderness
by Electronic
September 12, 2000
The third release from the project that now features New Order's Bernard Sumner and former Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr.
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Secret South
by 16 Horsepower
September 12, 2000
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The Januaries
by The Januaries
September 12, 2000
The debut album from The Januaries is heavily influenced by 1960's pop.
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The Good, the Bad, and the Funky
by Tom Tom Club
September 12, 2000
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Hyacinths and Thistles
by The 6ths
September 5, 2000
The Magnetic Fields' Stephin Merritt returns with a second disc under The 6ths nameplate (following 1995's Wasps' Nests). Like its predecessor, this album features original Merritt compositions sung by guest vocalists, including Gary Numan, Sarah Cracknell, Marc Almond, Bob Mould, and Sally Timms.
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Spectrum of Infinite Scale
by Man... Or Astroman?
September 5, 2000
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Excuses for Travelers
by Mojave 3
September 5, 2000
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With Ghost
by Damon & Naomi
September 5, 2000
Former Galaxie 500 members Damon Krukowski and Naomi Yang unite with Japanese outfit Ghost for an album of dreamy, contemplative folk-rock.
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Private Suit
by Bettie Serveert
September 5, 2000
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The Confessions of St. Ace
by John Wesley Harding
August 29, 2000
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Teddy Thompson
by Teddy Thompson
August 29, 2000
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Early Days
by Beth Hirsch
August 29, 2000
The debut album from the singer-songwriter best known for her work on Air's 'Moon Safari' (where she co-wrote and provided vocals for "All I Need" and "You Make It Easy").
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The Menace
by Elastica
August 22, 2000
The long-awaited follow-up to the band's 1995 eponymous debut features a guest contribution from The Fall's Mark E. Smith and a cover of Trio's 'Da Da Da.'
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Balls
by Sparks
August 22, 2000
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Monaco
by Monaco
August 21, 2000
The second full-length from the Peter Hook-led band features a Bernard Sumner-esque lead vocalist and a sound that could be mistaken for New Order in places.
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The Golden D
by Graham Coxon
August 15, 2000
The second solo effort from Blur guitarist Graham Coxon, following 1998's 'The Sky Is Too High.'
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Unified Theory
by Unified Theory
August 15, 2000
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Public Domain: Songs From the Wild Land
by Dave Alvin
August 15, 2000
Former Blaster Dave Alvin offers an album of traditional American music (each song having passed into the public domain).
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Behind The Sun
by Chicane
August 8, 2000
Features the UK chart-topper "Don't Give Up," with vocals from Bryan Adams.
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Fragments of Freedom
by Morcheeba
August 1, 2000
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Thirteen Tales From Urban Bohemia
by The Dandy Warhols
August 1, 2000
The third album from the Portland, Ore. indie-rock band failed to elevate their standing in their home country, although they continue to sell well (and receive favorable press) in Europe.
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Rancid [2000]
by Rancid
August 1, 2000
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Vavoom!
by Brian Setzer Orchestra
August 1, 2000
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Horrorscope
by Eve 6
July 25, 2000
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I'm Lonely (And I Love It) [EP]
by Future Bible Heroes
July 18, 2000
A five-track EP from the band featuring Christopher Ewen and the Magnetic Fields' Stephin Merritt and Claudia Gonson. Like all previous FBH releases, it features a mix of the song "Hopeless."
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Happy Ending
by Dogstar
July 11, 2000
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Songs From an American Movie Vol. One: Learning How to Smile
by Everclear
July 11, 2000
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Mad for Sadness
by Arab Strap
July 4, 2000
This live recording features 10 tracks, mainly consisting of material from the band's first two albums.
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Alone With Everybody
by Richard Ashcroft
June 27, 2000
The debut solo release from The Verve frontman Richard Ashcroft.
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Golden Greats
by Ian Brown
June 23, 2000
The second LP from former Stone Roses frontman Ian Brown.
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The Rising Tide
by Sunny Day Real Estate
June 20, 2000
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Mwng
by Super Furry Animals
June 20, 2000
The Furries return with an entire album of Welsh-language songs.
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White Pony
by Deftones
June 20, 2000
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Pop Trash
by Duran Duran
June 13, 2000
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Faith and Courage
by Sinéad O'Connor
June 13, 2000
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The Moon & Antarctica
by Modest Mouse
June 13, 2000
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Sound of Water
by Saint Etienne
June 6, 2000
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Elephant Shoe
by Arab Strap
June 6, 2000
The third full-length from the Scottish outfit.
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Fold Your Hands Child, You Walk Like A Peasant
by Belle and Sebastian
June 6, 2000
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Transcendental Blues
by Steve Earle
June 6, 2000
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Puzzle
by Tahiti 80
June 6, 2000
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Melody of Certain Damaged Lemons
by Blonde Redhead
June 6, 2000
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Mermaid Avenue Vol. II
by Billy Bragg & Wilco
May 30, 2000
Following 1998's successful collaboration Mermaid Avenue, Billy Bragg and Wilco have reunited to bring more of Woody Guthrie's unrecorded lyrics to life.
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Trickle
by Olive
May 30, 2000
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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.
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For Your Ears Only
by Bentley Rhythm Ace
May 27, 2000
B.R.A.'s follow-up to its hit (in the UK) debut. The band features ex-Pop Will Eat Itself bassist Richard March.
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Mad Season
by Matchbox Twenty
May 23, 2000
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Silence Is Sexy
by Einstürzende Neubauten
May 23, 2000
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