Album Releases by User Score
901.
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.
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902.
Natalie Prass
by Natalie Prass
January 27, 2015
The debut full-length release for the singer-songwriter was co-produced by Matthew E. White and Trey Pollard.
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903.
Mirrored
by Battles
May 22, 2007
The unique New York four-piece math-rock outfit (that includes members of Helmet and Don Caballero) follows a string of three acclaimed 2004 EPs with this debut full-length, which adds (heavily processed) vocals into their mix of live and programmed instrumentation for the first time.
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904.
For Sale: Live at Maxwell's 1986
by The Replacements
October 6, 2017
The unreleased live recording of the Minneapolis rock band's concert in Hoboken, New Jersey with its original line-up (Bob Stinson would be fired toward the end of that year).
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905.
Are We There
by Sharon Van Etten
May 27, 2014
The fourth full-length release for the singer-songwriter was self-produced.
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906.
Tension
by Kylie Minogue
September 22, 2023
The latest full-length release from Australian pop artist Kylie Minogue features contributions from Oliver Heldens and Lostboy. The deluxe edition includes three additional tracks.
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907.
Compassion
by Vijay Iyer
February 2, 2024
The second full-length from Vijay Iyer, Linda May Han Oh, and Tyshawn Sorey was produced by Manfred Eicher and Iyer.
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908.
Universal Beings
by Makaya McCraven
October 26, 2018
The two-disc release from the jazz drummer/producer was recorded in four different cities (Chicago, London, Los Angeles and New York) with musicians including Miguel Atwood-Ferguson, Anna Butterss, Daniel Casimir, Dezron Douglas, Nubya Garcia, Ashley Henry, Shabaka Hutchings, Josh Johnson, Carlos Niño, Jeff Parker, Junius Paul, Tomeka Reid, Joel Ross, and Brandee Younger.
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909.
Bon Iver
by Bon Iver
June 21, 2011
The Wisconsin-based indie folk band, fronted by singer-songwriter Justin Vernon, follows up its highly acclaimed For Emma, Forever Ago with a new album.
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910.
How I Got Over
by The Roots
June 22, 2010
The legendary Philadelphia posse returns with its first release since playing with Late Night With Jimmy Fallon's house band. Staying true to its roots with acoustic jazz grooves and elements of rock and soul, The Roots continue its reign as one of hip-hop's most innovative acts.
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911.
Afrique Victime
by Mdou Moctar
May 21, 2021
The latest full-length release for the Tuareg guitarist is his first on the Matador label.
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912.
Love & Hate
by Michael Kiwanuka
July 15, 2016
The second full-length release for the British singer-songwriter was produced by Danger Mouse.
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913.
Name Your Sorrow
by Pillow Queens
April 19, 2024
The second full-length release from Irish indie rock band Pillow Queens was produced and mixed by Collin Pastore.
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914.
Magic 3
by Nas
September 14, 2023
The surprise release from rapper Nas features a guest appearance from Lil Wayne and was produced by Hit-Boy.
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915.
The Hypnogogue
by The Church
February 24, 2023
The first full-length studio release in six years from Australian psych-rock group The Church was produced by its drummer, Tim Powles.
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916.
Turn the Car Around
by Gaz Coombes
January 13, 2023
The fourth full-length solo release for former Supergrass frontman Gaz Coombes was produced with Ian Davenport.
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917.
American Siren
by Emily Scott Robinson
October 29, 2021
The third full-length release for singer-songwriter Emily Scott Robinson was produced by Jason Richmond.
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918.
Outside Child
by Allison Russell
May 21, 2021
The debut full-length solo release for the Birds of Chicago/Our Native Daughters member is about her surviving and healing from an abusive childhood.
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919.
Ballet of Apes
by Brigid Dawson and the Mothers Network
August 7, 2020
The debut full-length solo release for the former Thee Oh Sees band member features contributions from Fresh & Onlys' Shayde Sartin, Peacers' Mike Shoun, Sic Alps' Mike Donovan, Sunwatchers, and Mikey Young.
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920.
RoundAgain
by Joshua Redman
July 10, 2020
26 years after 1994's MoodSwing, Joshua Redman, Brad Mehldau, Christian McBride, and Brian Blade return for the jazz quartet's second full-length release together.
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921.
Brave Faces Everyone
by Spanish Love Songs
February 7, 2020
The third full-length release for the Los Angeles-based punk band led by Dylan Slocum was produced by the band's own guitarist, Kyle McAulay.
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922.
Psychedelic Backfire II [Live]
by Elephant9
July 5, 2019
This is the second volume of the Norwegian jazz-rock trio's show recorded live over the two nights at Oslo's Kampen Bistro with guitarist Reine Fiske.
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923.
Mint Condition
by Caroline Spence
May 3, 2019
The third full-length release for the Nashville-based singer-songwriter was produced by Dan Knobler and mixed by Gary Paczosa.
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924.
Seven Horses for Seven Kings
by Black to Comm
January 25, 2019
The latest release for German ambient experimental artist Marc Richter as Black to Comm is his first on the Thrill Jockey label.
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925.
Fenfo
by Fatoumata Diawara
May 18, 2018
The second full-length solo release for the Mali artist features contributions from Matthieu Chedid, Sidiki Diabate and Vincent Ségal.
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926.
Sparrow
by Ashley Monroe
April 20, 2018
The fourth full-length release for the country singer-songwriter was produced with Dave Cobb.
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927.
Reioi
by Black Foxxes
March 16, 2018
The second full-length release for the British alternative rock trio was inspired by frontman Mark Holley's trips to Iceland (Reiði is Icelandic for rage) and Adrian Bushby returned as producer.
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928.
Singles 1978-2016 [Box Set]
by The Fall
December 1, 2017
The seven-disc box set collects and remasters the British post-punk band's 51 A-sides and 66 B-sides from between 1978 and 2016.
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929.
New Energy
by Four Tet
September 29, 2017
The ninth full-length release for British electronic artist Kieran Hebden features contributions from Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith and Field Day co-founder Tom Baker.
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930.
This Sweet Old World
by Lucinda Williams
September 29, 2017
The singer-songwriter re-recorded songs from her 1992 album Sweet Old World along with four bonus tracks not on the 1992 release.
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931.
Mogoya
by Oumou Sangaré
May 19, 2017
The first new release in eight years for the Malian artist features a guest appearance from Tony Allen and was produced by A.l.b.e.r.t.
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932.
II
by The Early Years
October 14, 2016
The second full-length release for the British band was recorded at their home studio before being mixed by Jason Kingsland.
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933.
Strange Country
by Kacy & Clayton
May 6, 2016
The second full-length folk release for the Canadian cousin duo of Kacy Anderson and Clayton Linthicum was produced by Shuyler Jansen.
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934.
Life's Not Out to Get You
by Neck Deep
August 14, 2015
The second full-length release for the Welsh pop-punk band was produced by Jeremy McKinnon, Tom Denney, and Andrew Wade.
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935.
The Longest River
by Olivia Chaney
April 28, 2015
The debut full-length release for the British singer-songwriter was co-produced with Leo Abrahams.
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936.
Kingfisher
by Prawn
August 12, 2014
This is the second full-length release for the New Jersey indie rock band.
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937.
From the Sea to the Land Beyond [OST]
by British Sea Power
December 2, 2013
The indie band reworked some of its songs for the soundtrack to the Penny Woolcock's film about the history of the British coastline.
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938.
Partycrasher
by A Wilhelm Scream
November 5, 2013
The first release in six years for the Massachusetts punk band was produced by Trevor J. Reilly and Mike Supina.
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939.
The Blackest Beautiful
by Letlive
July 9, 2013
The third full-length release for the Los Angeles-based post-hardcore quartet was self-produced by the band with Kit Walters.
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940.
Book Burner
by Pig Destroyer
October 22, 2012
The fifth full-length release for the Virginia grindcore/death metal band is its first with new drummer, Adam Jarvis.
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941.
Dead Cities, Red Seas & Lost Ghosts
by M83
July 27, 2004
The second release from French electronica duo M83 takes shoegaze classics such as 'Loveless' as an inspiration, with synths taking the place of guitars.
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942.
No Said Date
by Masta Killa
June 1, 2004
Finally making his solo debut, Masta Killa is the last member of the Wu-Tang Clan to issue a CD on his own. Of course, he's not totally by himself here; Ol' Dirty Bastard, Method Man, Raekwon, Ghostface and the RZA all guest.
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943.
Southern Rock Opera
by Drive-By Truckers
July 16, 2002
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944.
Fixed::Context [EP]
by Labradford
February 20, 2001
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945.
Made in California [Box Set]
by The Beach Boys
August 27, 2013
The six-disc compilation includes rare and unreleased tracks, including demos, b-sides, live recordings that span the 50-year career of the California rock band.
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946.
Shade
by Grouper
October 22, 2021
The 12th full-length studio release for Liz Harris features songs recorded in the past 16 years in Mount Tamalpais, Portland, and Astoria.
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947.
Hercules And Love Affair
by Hercules & Love Affair
June 24, 2008
The debut album for the electronic group from New York.
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948.
Minute by Minute
by The James Hunter Six
February 26, 2013
The first release in five years for the British soul singer was produced by Gabriel Roth.
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949.
Walls Have Ears
by Sonic Youth
February 9, 2024
The official remastered release of the Sonic Youth 1986 bootleg featuring 18 tracks from three of its 1985 shows in the U.K.
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950.
Syro
by Aphex Twin
September 23, 2014
This is the first full-length studio release from Richard D. James as Aphex Twin in over 13 years.
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951.
Tracyanne & Danny
by Tracyanne & Danny
May 25, 2018
The debut full-length release for the collaboration between Camera Obscura's Tracyanne Campbell and Crybaby's Danny Coughlan was produced by Edwyn Collins.
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952.
blackSUMMERS'night (2016)
by Maxwell
July 1, 2016
The fifth full-length release for the R&B singer is his first in seven years and was co-produced with Hod David.
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953.
Jericho Sirens
by Hot Snakes
March 16, 2018
The first new release for the San Diego post-hardcore band in 14 years was self-recorded and produced.
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954.
Luca
by Alex Maas
December 4, 2020
The debut full-length solo release for The Black Angels member was co-produced with Brett Orrison.
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955.
Young Man In America
by Anaïs Mitchell
February 28, 2012
The singer-songwriter scales back from her 20-track 2010 album Hadestown with 11 folk tunes on her fifth album.
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956.
Centres
by Ian William Craig
July 8, 2016
The ninth full-length release for the Canadian artist who uses cassette players, reel-to-reel machines and synthesizers to create his sound was recorded in a variety of places in Vancouver.
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957.
Life Is People
by Bill Fay
August 20, 2012
The first new studio release from the British singer-songwriter in over 40 years was produced by Joshua Henry and features guest appearances by Wilco's Jeff Tweedy, Matt Armstrong, Matt Deighton, Mike Rowe, Ray Russell and Alan Rushton.
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958.
Teens of Denial
by Car Seat Headrest
May 20, 2016
The second full-length release (and the first recorded with a full band and studio production) for the indie rock band led by Will Toledo was produced by Steve Fisk.
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959.
Badmotorfinger [25th Anniversary Deluxe Edition]
by Soundgarden
November 18, 2016
The remastered and reissue of the Seattle grunge band's third full-length album features the track New Damage with Queen's Brian May; unreleased studio outtakes; and a March 1992 recording of a concert at Seattle's Paramount Theatre. The Super Deluxe version also includes a revolving Badmotorfinger icon box, DVD of the concert at the Paramount, 52-page book, a 12-inch 3D lenticular lithograph of the Badmotorfinger icon, photo cards, stickers and iron-on patch.
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960.
Without a Net
by Wayne Shorter
February 5, 2013
The third live release from the Wayne Shorter Quartet was recorded during the group's 2011 tour.
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961.
Midsommar [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack]
by Bobby Krlic
July 5, 2019
The first solo film score for The Haxan Cloak's Bobby Krlic is for Ari Aster's 2019 horror film and features a 16-piece orchestra.
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962.
Narkopop
by Gas
April 21, 2017
This is the first full-length studio release in 17 years for Wolfgang Voigt's ambient techno project.
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963.
A History of Every One
by Bill Orcutt
September 30, 2013
The latest solo acoustic release includes covers of classic, traditional tunes as well as a Disney song.
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964.
Estudando o Pagode
by Tom Zé
April 11, 2006
Experimental Brazilian artist Tom Ze, now nearing 70 years old, continues to challenge with this concept album about the struggles of women in a male-dominated world.
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965.
King's Disease II
by Nas
August 6, 2021
The sequel to the rappers 2020 King's Disease album features guest appearances from A Boogie Wit da Hoodie, Blxst, Eminem, EPMD, Lauryn Hill, Hit-Boy, Charlie Wilson, and YG.
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966.
Robyn
by Robyn
April 29, 2008
The fourth album for the Swedish singer was released in 2005 in her native Sweden.
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967.
Process
by Sampha
February 3, 2017
The debut full-length release for the British R&B singer/producer was produced with Rodaidh McDonald.
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968.
Separation Sunday
by The Hold Steady
May 3, 2005
This is the second album from the New York City band led by Craig Finn.
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969.
TRU
by Ovlov
July 20, 2018
The second full-length release for the Connecticut indie rock band was mixed by Michael John Thomas III.
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970.
The Decline Of British Sea Power
by British Sea Power
September 9, 2003
Oft-compared to Joy Division, this unique British four-piece sports single-word names (Hamilton, Noble, Yan, and Wood), dons military apparel for their live shows, and tackles dark, weighty themes in their lyrics (Czech history, anyone)? 'The Decline' marks their full-length debut, drawing critical praise on both sides of the Atlantic.
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971.
You Forgot It In People
by Broken Social Scene
June 3, 2003
The Toronto, Canada indie-rock collective generated a great deal of praise for this 2002 sophomore effort, which was released in the U.S. in June, 2003 for the first time.
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972.
Quicksand / Cradlesnakes
by Califone
March 18, 2003
Featuring basically the same lineup as the defunct Chicago band Red Red Meat, Califone makes their Thrill Jockey debut with this mix of country, blues, folk, and electronic elements.
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973.
Rings Around The World
by Super Furry Animals
March 19, 2002
This is the fifth album (and a return to English-lanugage songs) for the well-regarded Welsh indie band, now signed to a major label (Epic). It is the first album ever to be released simultaneously on DVD and CD (with the DVD containing a movie and a remix for each track on the album). Paul McCartney and John Cale have cameo appearances on the album.
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974.
Blues Dream
by Bill Frisell
January 30, 2001
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975.
The Night Chancers
by Baxter Dury
March 20, 2020
The sixth full-length solo release for the British indie artist was co-produced with Craig Silvey.
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976.
Springtime in New York: The Bootleg Series, Vol. 16, 1980-1985
by Bob Dylan
September 17, 2021
The five-disc 16th release from from the singer-songwriter's Bootleg series features 54 previously unreleased tracks recorded between 1980 and 1985.
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977.
Deacon
by serpentwithfeet
March 26, 2021
The second full-length release for the New York experimental R&B artist features a guest appearance from NAO.
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978.
Big Conspiracy
by J Hus
January 24, 2020
The second full-length studio release for the British rapper features guest appearances form Burna Boy, iceè tgm, and Koffee.
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979.
Run the Jewels
by Killer Mike
June 26, 2013
El-P and Killer Mike's latest collaboration was released as a free download features guest appearances from Big Boi, Prince Paul, and Until The Ribbon Breaks.
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980.
The Anthropocene Extinction
by Cattle Decapitation
August 7, 2015
The seventh full-length release for the San Diego death metal band was produced by Dave Otero.
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981.
Praise a Lord Who Chews But Which Does Not Consume; (Or Simply, Hot Between Worlds)
by Yves Tumor
March 17, 2023
The fifth full-length release from experimental artist Yves Tumor was produced by Noah Goldstein.
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982.
Minimum-Maximum [Live]
by Kraftwerk
June 7, 2005
This 2-disc set was recorded during the band's 2004 world tour.
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983.
Where We've Been, Where We Go From Here
by Friko
February 16, 2024
The debut full-length release from Chicago indie rock duo Friko was co-produced by Scott Tallarida and Jack Henry.
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984.
Once I Was an Eagle
by Laura Marling
May 28, 2013
The fourth full-length studio release for the British singer-songwriter was produced by Ethan Johns.
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985.
Kaleidoscope Dream
by Miguel
October 2, 2012
The second full-length release for the R&B singer includes six songs from two EPs released earlier in the year and features guest appearances from Alicia Keys and Wiz Khalifa.
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986.
Thunder, Lightning, Strike
by The Go! Team
October 4, 2005
The fun, energetic collage of danceable, mainly instrumental music (genre names don't really apply here) on this debut disc from England's The Go! Team recalls, if only somewhat, the debut from The Avalanches.
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987.
Heart's Ease
by Shirley Collins
July 24, 2020
The latest full-length release for the British singer-songwriter features four non-traditional songs.
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988.
Remain In Light
by Angélique Kidjo
June 8, 2018
The Beninese singer-songwriter covers the entire Talking Heads' 1980 album Remain In Light.
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989.
Britpop
by A.G. Cook
May 10, 2024
The third full-length studio release from British electronic producer A.G. Cook features 24 tracks split into three sections: Past, Present and Future.
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990.
Bird Machine
by Sparklehorse
September 8, 2023
The posthumous release from indie rock band Sparklehorse was originally recorded in 2010 before the death of Mark Linkous. It also features two previously unreleased tracks, one which features a guest appearance by Granddaddy's Jason Lytle.
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991.
But Here We Are
by Foo Fighters
June 2, 2023
The latest full-length release from the Foo Fighters is the first without Taylor Hawkins (who passed away in March 2022) and was produced with Greg Kurstin.
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992.
House of Sugar
by (Sandy) Alex G
September 13, 2019
The latest full-length release for the Philadelphia artist features contributions from Samuel Acchione, Molly Germer, John Heywood, Tom Kelly, Jacob Portrait, and Emily Yacina.
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993.
Afternooners
by Patrick Cowley
October 20, 2017
The third collection of previously unreleased instrumentals and gay porn soundtrack music.
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994.
What Is the Meaning of What
by Turing Machine
May 8, 2012
Brian Case of Disappears, Andrew Raposo and Caito Sanchez (both of Midnight Magic), Abe Seiferth, DJ McNany, and Pat Mahoney of LCD Soundsystem helped complete the Turing Machine's third album that includes recordings of the Brooklyn instrumental rock band's drummer, Jerry Fuchs, who passed away in 2009.
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995.
Vee Vee [Remastered]
by Archers of Loaf
February 21, 2012
This is the remastered release of the second album from the North Carolina indie rock band, who reunited in 2011.
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996.
Promises
by Floating Points
March 26, 2021
The nine-part project from Floating Points, Pharoah Sanders and the London Symphony Orchestra was recorded in Los Angeles and London.
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997.
50 Song Memoir
by Magnetic Fields
March 10, 2017
Each song represents one year in frontman Stephin Merritt's life in this 50-song, five-disc set from the indie pop band.
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998.
Heaven & Earth
by Kamasi Washington
June 22, 2018
The second full-length release for the Los Angeles jazz saxophonist features contributions from Tony Austin, Ronald Bruner, Jr., Brandon Coleman, Cameron Graves, Terrace Martin, Miles Mosley, Patrice Quinn, and Thundercat.
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Titles with fewer than 7 critic reviews are excluded.
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