Album Releases by Genre

The Woman I Am 101.

The Woman I Am

by Kellie Pickler
November 12, 2013
The fourth full-length release for the country singer was produced by Frank Liddell and Luke Wooten.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.3
Tornado 102.

Tornado

by Little Big Town
September 11, 2012
The fifth album for the country-pop quartet was produced Jay Joyce.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.3
Storyline 103.

Storyline

by Hunter Hayes
May 6, 2014
The second full-length major studio release for the Louisiana country artist was co-produced with Dann Huff.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.3
Soul Journey 104.

Soul Journey

by Gillian Welch
June 3, 2003
The talented singer-songwriter reunites with producer David Rawlings for her fourth album.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.3
Blame The Vain 105.

Blame The Vain

by Dwight Yoakam
June 14, 2005
The country singer self-produced these dozen songs, which amount to the 18th album of his career.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.3
Nightfall 106.

Nightfall

by Little Big Town
January 10, 2020
The ninth full-length studio release for the country band was co-produced with Ian Fitchuk and Daniel Tashian.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.3
Restoration: Reimagining the Songs of Elton John and Bernie Taupin 107.

Restoration: Reimagining the Songs of Elton John and Bernie Taupin

by Various Artists
April 6, 2018
Songs written by Elton John and Bernie Taupin are reinterpreted by country artists that include: Dierks Bentley, Brothers Osborne, Rosanne Cash, Miley Cyrus, Vince Gill, Emmylou Harris, Don Henley, Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town, Maren Morris, Kacey Musgraves, Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Chris Stapleton, Rhonda Vincent, and Lee Ann Womack.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.3
Build Me Up from Bones 108.

Build Me Up from Bones

by Sarah Jarosz
September 24, 2013
Viktor Krauss, Aiofe O'Donovan, Darrell Scott, and Chris Thile appear as guests on the third full-length release for the singer-songwriter.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.3
Jeff Bridges 109.

Jeff Bridges

by Jeff Bridges
August 16, 2011
Jeff Bridges releases the follow-up album to his debut "Be Here Soon" nearly a decade later, which is produced by T-Bone Burnett.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.3
Carolina 110.

Carolina

by Eric Church
March 24, 2009
The second album for the country singer from North Carolina was produced by Jay Joyce.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.3
Southern Voice 111.

Southern Voice

by Tim McGraw
October 20, 2009
The latest album for the actor/country singer from Louisiana features a song co-written by Brett James and Nickelback's Chad Kroeger.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
8.3
Red Dirt Road 112.

Red Dirt Road

by Brooks & Dunn
July 15, 2003
The duo of Kix Brooks and Ronnie Dunn return with a follow-up to 2001's 'Steers and Stripes.'
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.3
Damn Right Rebel Proud 113.

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.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.3
Haw 114.

Haw

by Hiss Golden Messenger
April 2, 2013
The fourth release for the band led by M.C. Taylor and Scott Hirsch, features contributions from such artists as The Black Twig Pickers’ Nathan Bowles, Megafaun’s Phil Cook, and William Tyler.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.3
Cass County 115.

Cass County

by Don Henley
September 25, 2015
The fifth solo release for the Eagles drummer features guest appearances from Vince Gill, Merle Haggard, Mick Jagger, Jamey Johnson, Alison Krauss, Miranda Lambert, Martina McBride, and Dolly Parton.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.3
Windy City 116.

Windy City

by Alison Krauss
February 17, 2017
The country covers release for the multiple Grammy-winning singer was produced by Buddy Cannon.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.3
Taking The Long Way 117.

Taking The Long Way

by Dixie Chicks
May 23, 2006
Rick Rubin "executive" produced the controversial country outfit's first release in four years. John Mayer, Bonnie Raitt, and members of Red Hot Chili Peppers and The Heartbreakers guest.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.2
A Sailor's Guide to Earth 118.

A Sailor's Guide to Earth

by Sturgill Simpson
April 15, 2016
The third full-length release for the Grammy-nominated country artist features a cover of a Nirvana song and was self-produced.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.2
Something More Than Free 119.

Something More Than Free

by Jason Isbell
July 17, 2015
The fifth full-length solo release for the singer-songwriter was produced by Dave Cobb.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.2
American Saturday Night 120.

American Saturday Night

by Brad Paisley
June 30, 2009
The latest album for the Grammy Award-winning country singer was produced by Frank Rogers.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.2
Love, Pain & the whole crazy thing 121.

Love, Pain & the whole crazy thing

by Keith Urban
November 7, 2006
The Australian country singer (who also doubles as Nicole Kidman's husband) wrote all or part of 10 of the 13 songs on this fourth solo album.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.2
Metamodern Sounds in Country Music 122.

Metamodern Sounds in Country Music

by Sturgill Simpson
May 13, 2014
The second full-length release for the country singer was produced by Dave Cobb.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.2
Red Dirt Girl 123.

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.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.2
Lucky Old Sun 124.

Lucky Old Sun

by Kenny Chesney
October 14, 2008
The latest album for the multiple award-winning country singer features guest appearances by Dave Matthews, Mac McAnally and Willie Nelson.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
8.2
Ode To Sunshine 125.

Ode To Sunshine

by Delta Spirit
August 26, 2008
The group featuring ex-Noise Ratchet founders releases its debut album, which was recorded in a cabin in Julian, CA.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.2
Family 126.

Family

by LeAnn Rimes
October 9, 2007
Leann Rimes 12th album features Bon Jovi and Reba McEntire as guests.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.2
The Felice Brothers 127.

The Felice Brothers

by The Felice Brothers
March 4, 2008
The folk rock band from upstate New York formed by three brothers and their friend releases its first studio album in the US.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.2
Let It Go 128.

Let It Go

by Tim McGraw
March 27, 2007
'Let It Go' is the country star's first album in three years.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.2
Paging Mr. Proust 129.

Paging Mr. Proust

by The Jayhawks
April 29, 2016
The ninth full-length release for the Minneapolis alt-country band was co-produced by R.E.M guitarist Peter Buck and Tucker Martine.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.2
Keep On Loving You 130.

Keep On Loving You

by Reba McEntire
August 18, 2009
The first album on the Valory label for the queen of country was produced by Tony Brown and Mark Bright.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.2
Sleepless Nights 131.

Sleepless Nights

by Patty Loveless
September 9, 2008
The latest album for the country artist was produced by Emory Gordy, Jr.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.2
Tomorrow's Sounds Today 132.

Tomorrow's Sounds Today

by Dwight Yoakam
October 31, 2000
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.2
Written In Chalk 133.

Written In Chalk

by Buddy & Julie Miller
March 3, 2009
Married couple Buddy and Julie Miller release their latest album together featuring guest artists including Robert Plant, Emmylou Harris, Patty Griffin, the McCrary Sisters, and Larry Campbell.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.2
Second Hand Heart 134.

Second Hand Heart

by Dwight Yoakam
April 14, 2015
The 16th full-length release for the Grammy-winning country singer was self-produced and features two cover songs.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.2
Platinum 135.

Platinum

by Miranda Lambert
June 3, 2014
The fifth full-length release for the country singer features guest appearances from Little Big Town, the Time Jumpers (a Grammy-nominated western swing ensemble that includes Vince Gill), and Carrie Underwood.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.1
The  Worse Things Get, the Harder I Fight, the Harder I Fight, the More I Love You 136.

The Worse Things Get, the Harder I Fight, the Harder I Fight, the More I Love You

by Neko Case
September 3, 2013
The sixth full-length release includes guest appearances from Howe Gelb, Mudhoney's Steve Turner, Visqueen, M. Ward as well as members of Calexico, Los Lobos, My Morning Jacket, the New Pornographers, was produced by Tucker Martine.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.1
Queen of Me 137.

Queen of Me

by Shania Twain
February 3, 2023
The sixth full-length studio release for Canadian country artist Shania Twain features a guest appearance from Tyler Joseph of Twenty One Pilots.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
8.1
12 Stories 138.

12 Stories

by Brandy Clark
October 22, 2013
The debut full-length release for the country singer-songwriter who wrote hit songs for the Band Perry, Miranda Lambert, Kacey Musgraves, and LeAnn Rimes, was produced by Dave Brainard.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.1
The Blade 139.

The Blade

by Ashley Monroe
July 24, 2015
The second full-length release for the country singer-songwriter (who is also a member of Pistol Annies) was produced by Vince Gill and Justin Niebank.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.1
Pioneer 140.

Pioneer

by The Band Perry
April 2, 2013
The second full-length release from the country trio was produced by Dann Huff.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.1
Love On The Inside 141.

Love On The Inside

by Sugarland
July 22, 2008
The third album for the country duo of Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.1
Mr. Misunderstood 142.

Mr. Misunderstood

by Eric Church
November 3, 2015
The fifth full-length album for the country singer was recorded in a month and was a surprise release first to his fan club then to iTunes.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.1
Backwoods Barbie 143.

Backwoods Barbie

by Dolly Parton
February 26, 2008
Dolly Parton's first record on her own label features songs that will appear in the musical version of "9 to 5."
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.1
Asking For Flowers 144.

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
American III: Solitary Man 145.

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").
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.1
I Don't Dance 146.

I Don't Dance

by Lee Brice
September 9, 2014
The third-full-length release from the country singer was self-produced and recorded in Tennessee.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.1
Blame It On Gravity 147.

Blame It On Gravity

by Old 97's
May 13, 2008
The Dallas-based alt-country quartet releases its seventh studio album.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.1
Dying Star 148.

Dying Star

by Ruston Kelly
September 7, 2018
The debut full-length release for the Nashville-based singer-songwriter was co-produced with Jarrad K. and features contributions from Natalie Hemby; his father, pedal steel guitarist Tim “TK” Kelly; his wife, Kacey Musgraves; and Joy Williams.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.1
Paper Airplane 149.

Paper Airplane

by Alison Krauss & Union Station
April 12, 2011
Alison Krauss brings a bluegrass feel to rock with the help of Union Station, her first album with them since 2004's Lonely Runs Both Ways.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.1
Call Me Crazy 150.

Call Me Crazy

by Lee Ann Womack
October 21, 2008
The sixth album for the Texas-born country singer was produced by Tony Brown.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.1
What I Do 151.

What I Do

by Alan Jackson
September 7, 2004
One of the rare country music stars who is both a critical and commercial success (and without crossing over into pop), Jackson returns with a follow-up to his huge 2002 hit 'Drive.'
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.1
The  Guitar Song 152.

The Guitar Song

by Jamey Johnson
September 14, 2010
Jamey Johnson's latest album is a 25-track double album with the first half, The Black Album, devoted to dark emotions and the other half, the White Album, devoted to more positive songs.
Metascore:
91
User Score:
8.0
Very Kacey Christmas 153.

Very Kacey Christmas

by Kacey Musgraves
October 28, 2016
The third full-length major label studio release for the country singer-songwriter Kacey Musgraves is a Christmas album with four originals and guest appearances from The Quebe Sisters, Willie Nelson and Trigger.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.0
Ashes & Fire 154.

Ashes & Fire

by Ryan Adams
October 11, 2011
The North Carolina-born singer's 13th album was produced by Glyn Johns, and it is his first since he left the band in part to Meniere's disease in 2009.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.0
Just Us Kids 155.

Just Us Kids

by James McMurtry
April 15, 2008
The son of novelist Larry continues his critique of the world on his latest album.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.0
In Time 156.

In Time

by The Mavericks
February 26, 2013
This is the first release in nearly ten years from the country rock band from Miami.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.0
Tambourine 157.

Tambourine

by Tift Merritt
August 24, 2004
George Drakoulias produced this sophomore release for the singer-songwriter, who garnered praise for her 2002 debut 'Bramble Rose.' Here, she adds some Muscle Shoals-style soul to her roots and country repertoire.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.0
XOXO 158.

XOXO

by The Jayhawks
July 10, 2020
The 11th full-length studio release for the Minnesota alt-country band was recorded over two weeks.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.0
This Old Road 159.

This Old Road

by Kris Kristofferson
March 7, 2006
This is the 70-year-old singer-songwriter's first studio album in nearly a dozen years.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.0
Girl Going Nowhere 160.

Girl Going Nowhere

by Ashley McBryde
March 30, 2018
The debut full-length release for the Arkansas country singer-songwriter was produced by Jay Joyce.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.0
Next Big Thing 161.

Next Big Thing

by Vince Gill
February 11, 2003
Country superstar Vince Gill returns with 17 self-produced tracks. Emmylou Harris, Amy Grant, and Michael MacDonald lend their voices.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.0
Townes 162.

Townes

by Steve Earle
May 12, 2009
Steve Earle covers songs by the late Townes Van Zandt for his latest album.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.0
The Outsider 163.

The Outsider

by Rodney Crowell
August 16, 2005
The country singer-songwriter follows 'Fate's Right Hand' with an 11-song set that includes a collaboration with Emmylou Harris and John Prine on Bob Dylan's "Shelter from the Storm."
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.0
Liberty 164.

Liberty

by Lindi Ortega
March 30, 2018
The seventh full-length studio release for the Canadian alt-country singer-songwriter was inspired by spaghetti western and was produced by Skylar Wilson.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.0
Murdering Oscar (And Other Love Songs) 165.

Murdering Oscar (And Other Love Songs)

by Patterson Hood
June 23, 2009
The second solo album for the Drive-By Truckers lead singer features his father (bassist with the Muscle Shoals) and his DBT bandmates.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.0
X 166.

X

by Trace Adkins
November 25, 2008
The Louisiana-born country artist's eighth studio album was produced by Frank Rogers.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.0
Different Kinds of Light 167.

Different Kinds of Light

by Jade Bird
August 13, 2021
The second full-length release for the British singer-songwriter was produced by Dave Cobb.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.0
Country Club 168.

Country Club

by John Doe & The Sadies
April 14, 2009
The Sadies join up with John Doe to release their first album of country music together.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.0
Blackbirds 169.

Blackbirds

by Gretchen Peters
February 10, 2015
The eighth studio release from the Nashville singer-songwriter was co-produced with Doug Lancio and Barry Walsh.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.0
Charleston, SC 1966 170.

Charleston, SC 1966

by Darius Rucker
October 12, 2010
Primarily known as the lead singer/guitarist of Hootie & the Blowfish, Darius Rucker continues his crossover to pop-country with his second release since his Capitol Nashville debut.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.0
From the Hills Below the City 171.

From the Hills Below the City

by Houndmouth
June 4, 2013
The debut release for the folk rock quartet from New Albany, Indiana (near Louisville, Kentucky) was produced by Kevin Ratterman.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.0
We Still Go To Rodeos 172.

We Still Go To Rodeos

by Whitney Rose
April 24, 2020
The fourth full-length release for the Austin-based country singer-songwriter was produced by Paul Kolderie.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.0
Public Domain: Songs From the Wild Land 173.

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).
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.0
Star-Crossed 174.

Star-Crossed

by Kacey Musgraves
September 10, 2021
The latest full-length release for the country singer-songwriter was produced by Ian Fitchuk and Daniel Tashian.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.9
Wilco (The Album) 175.

Wilco (The Album)

by Wilco
June 30, 2009
The seventh album for the rock group was produced with Jim Scott.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.9
Stand Still, Look Pretty 176.

Stand Still, Look Pretty

by The Wreckers
May 23, 2006
This is the debut album for the country-pop duo of Michelle Branch and Jessica Harp.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.9
Cardinology 177.

Cardinology

by Ryan Adams
October 28, 2008
Ryan Adams returns with his band The Cardinals to release its latest album produced by Tom Schick.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.9
Uncaged 178.

Uncaged

by Zac Brown Band
July 10, 2012
Amos Lee and Trombone Shorty guest on the latest album from the country band.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.9
Dirt Farmer 179.

Dirt Farmer

by Levon Helm
October 30, 2007
Former The Band drummer/singer returns with a solo album.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.9
Blue Smoke 180.

Blue Smoke

by Dolly Parton
May 13, 2014
The 42nd studio release for the country singer features duets with Kenny Rogers and Willie Nelson.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.9
Close Ties 181.

Close Ties

by Rodney Crowell
March 31, 2017
The latest release for the country singer-songwriter features guest appearances from Rosanne Cash, Sheryl Crow and John Paul White.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
7.9
The Party Ain't Over 182.

The Party Ain't Over

by Wanda Jackson
January 25, 2011
Released a little over a year after rock-and-roll Hall of Famer Wanda Jackson and White Stripes frontman Jack White teamed up for a cover of Amy Winehouse, this album represents the first full-length album to be unleashed by the iconic singer in years and features appearances by White (who also served as producer).
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.9
The Grohl Sessions, Vol. 1 [EP] 183.

The Grohl Sessions, Vol. 1 [EP]

by Zac Brown Band
December 10, 2013
Produced by the Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl (who also appears on drums), the four track EP from the country rock band was recorded live on tape in a week.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
7.9
Strays 184.

Strays

by Margo Price
January 13, 2023
The fourth full-length solo studio release for singer-songwriter Margo Price was produced by Jonathan Wilson.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.9
Unglamorous 185.

Unglamorous

by Lori McKenna
August 14, 2007
Faith Hill and Tim McGraw guest on Lori McKenna's first album with a major label.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.9
That's How Rumors Get Started 186.

That's How Rumors Get Started

by Margo Price
July 10, 2020
The third full-length studio release for the Nashville-based country singer-songwriter was produced by Sturgill Simpson.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.9
100 Proof 187.

100 Proof

by Kellie Pickler
January 24, 2012
The third country album for the American Idol contestant was produced by Frank Liddell.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.9
The Low Highway 188.

The Low Highway

by Steve Earle & the Dukes (& Duchesses)
April 16, 2013
The 15th release for Steve Earle is the first to feature his band, The Dukes, and includes three songs written for the HBO series Treme.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.9
Getting Somewhere 189.

Getting Somewhere

by Allison Moorer
June 13, 2006
Husband Steve Earle lends a hand on the singer-songwriter's latest release.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.9
The Lumineers 190.

The Lumineers

by The Lumineers
April 3, 2012
This is the debut release for the Denver folk-rock trio.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.8
Midwest Farmer's Daughter 191.

Midwest Farmer's Daughter

by Margo Price
March 25, 2016
The debut full-length release for the country singer-songwriter was recorded at Sun Studios in Memphis.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
7.8
Lullaby and... The Ceaseless Roar 192.

Lullaby and... The Ceaseless Roar

by Robert Plant
September 9, 2014
The tenth solo album for the British rock singer backed by his band the Sensational Space Shifters feature influences from African, dance and jazz music.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.8
Rifles and Rosary Beads 193.

Rifles and Rosary Beads

by Mary Gauthier
January 26, 2018
The latest release from the singer-songwriter co-wrote the collection of songs about the lives of veterans and their families who are a part of the nonprofit, Songwriting with Soldiers.
Metascore:
92
User Score:
7.8
The Highwomen 194.

The Highwomen

by The Highwomen
September 6, 2019
The debut full-length release for the country supergroup that includes Brandi Carlile, Natalie Hemby, Maren Morris, and Amanda Shires was produced by Dave Cobb.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.8
Band of Joy 195.

Band of Joy

by Robert Plant
September 14, 2010
The title of Plant's new album revives the name of his pre-Zeppelin psychedelic band from the '60s and combines folksy rock with his own solo work.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.8
From a Room, Vol. 2 196.

From a Room, Vol. 2

by Chris Stapleton
December 1, 2017
The third full-length release for the award-winning country singer-songwriter was produced with Dave Cobb.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.8
I Am Shelby Lynne 197.

I Am Shelby Lynne

by Shelby Lynne
January 25, 2000
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.8
Pawn Shop 198.

Pawn Shop

by Brothers Osborne
January 15, 2016
The debut full-length release for the country brother duo of John and TJ Osborne was produced by Jay Joyce.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.8
Dolly 199.

Dolly

by Dolly Parton
October 26, 2009
The four-disc box set includes songs recorded from her teenage years in 1959 and into the early '90s.
Metascore:
93
User Score:
7.8
Country Squire 200.

Country Squire

by Tyler Childers
August 2, 2019
The third full-length release for the Kentucky country singer-songwriter was produced by David Ferguson and Sturgill Simpson.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
7.8