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Joanne
67
1.

Joanne
by Lady Gaga
October 21, 2016
The fifth full-length release for the pop artist features a duet with Florence Welch.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.1
Lemonade
92
2.

Lemonade
by Beyoncé
April 23, 2016
The sixth solo studio album for the singer premiered as an hour-long HBO special before streaming on Tidal. A physical release is set for May 6.
Metascore:
92
User Score:
8.0
Glory
71
3.

Glory
by Britney Spears
August 26, 2016
The ninth full-length studio release for the pop artist features a guest appearance from G-Eazy as well as contributions from Dan Book, Burns, Cashmere Cat, Andrew Goldstein, Ian Kirkpatrick, Mattman & Robin, Mischke, Nick Monson, Justin Tranter, and Tramaine "Young Fyre" Winfrey.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.4
Anti
73
4.

Anti
by Rihanna
January 28, 2016
After much speculation and delays, the R&B artist's eighth full-length release was released for free on Tidal.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.9
Dangerous Woman
76
5.

Dangerous Woman
by Ariana Grande
May 20, 2016
The third full-length release for the actor/pop singer features guest appearances from Future, Macy Gray, Lil Wayne, and Nicki Minaj.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.4
The Life Of Pablo
75
6.

The Life Of Pablo
by Kanye West
February 13, 2016
After several album name changes (So Help Me God, SWISH, Waves, and T.L.O.P.), the seventh studio release for the rapper finally was set with guest appearances from Vic Mensa, Post Malone, Sia and Ty Dolla $ign.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.8
Mind of Mine
69
7.

Mind of Mine
by ZAYN
March 25, 2016
The debut solo full-length release for the former One Direction singer features production from Levi Lennox and Malay.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.9
A Moon Shaped Pool
88
8.

A Moon Shaped Pool
by Radiohead
May 8, 2016
This is the surprise release of the ninth full-length studio album from the British rock band. A physical release is scheduled for 17 Jun 2016.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.9
VIEWS
69
9.

VIEWS
by Drake
April 29, 2016
Originally titled Views From The 6, the fourth full-length studio release for the Canadian rapper features guest appearances from Kyla, Pimp C, Popcaan, and Wizkid.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
5.7
Blonde
87
10.

Blonde
by Frank Ocean
August 20, 2016
Just a a day after he released his Visual album Endless, Ocean releases a 17-track album on Apple Music (and a 12-track version at pop-up stores included a Boys Don't Cry artbook/magazine) featuring contributions from Beyonce, Jonny Greenwood of Radiohead, Kendrick Lamar, Rick Rubin, and Kanye West.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.9
Starboy
67
11.

Starboy
by The Weeknd
November 25, 2016
The third full-length studio release for the Canadian artist features guest appearances from Daft Punk, Lana Del Rey, Future, and Kendrick Lamar.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.1
Nine Track Mind
37
12.

Nine Track Mind
by Charlie Puth
January 29, 2016
The debut full-length release for the pop singer-songwriter who co-wrote the Wiz Khalifa song “See You Again,” features guest appearances from Selena Gomez and Meghan Trainor.
Metascore:
37
User Score:
4.8
This Is Acting
67
13.

This Is Acting
by Sia
January 29, 2016
The seventh full-length release for the Australian singer features songs originally written for other artists such as Adele, Beyoncé, and Rihanna.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.8
Blackstar
87
14.

Blackstar
by David Bowie
January 8, 2016
The 25th full-length studio release for the art-rock artist is a seven-track album featuring contributions from Mark Guiliana, Jason Lindner, Donny McCaslin, Ben Monder, LCD Soundsystem's James Murphy, and Tedeschi Trucks Band's Tim Lefebvre.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.8
7/27
70
15.

7/27
by Fifth Harmony
May 27, 2016
The second full-length release for the pop group formed during the second season of The X Factor features guest appearances from Missy Elliott, Fetty Wap, and Ty Dolla Sign.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.8
Thank You
60
16.

Thank You
by Meghan Trainor
May 13, 2016
Executive produced by Ricky Reed, the second full-length major studio release for the pop singer-songwriter feature guest appearances from LunchMoney Lewis and Yo Gotti.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
5.7
Hardwired...To Self-Destruct
73
17.

Hardwired...To Self-Destruct
by Metallica
November 18, 2016
The 10th full-length studio release for the California metal band was produced by Greg Fidelman.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.8
untitled unmastered.
86
18.

untitled unmastered.
by Kendrick Lamar
March 4, 2016
The surprise release from the rapper features guest appearances from Bilal, Cee-Lo Green, Terrace Martin, Punch, Jay Rock, Thundercat and Anna Wise.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.3
24K Magic
70
19.

24K Magic
by Bruno Mars
November 18, 2016
The third full-length release for the R&B singer-songwriter was produced by Shampoo Press & Curl.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
6.6
Lady Wood
74
20.

Lady Wood
by Tove Lo
October 28, 2016
The second full-length release for the Swedish pop artist features guest appearances from Joe Janiak and Wiz Khalifa.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.8
Revolution Radio
72
21.

Revolution Radio
by Green Day
October 7, 2016
The 12th full-length studio release for the Northern California punk trio was self-produced and includes songs about gun violence in the US as well as a track lead singer Billie Joe Armstrong wrote for the movie he stars in.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.9
77
22.

"Awaken, My Love!"
by Childish Gambino
December 2, 2016
The third full-length release for the hip hop artist/actor Donald Glover features influences of funk and soul music.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.5
The Getaway
66
23.

The Getaway
by Red Hot Chili Peppers
June 17, 2016
The 11th full-length studio release for the alternative rock band was produced by Danger Mouse.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.9
Coloring Book [Mixtape]
89
24.

Coloring Book [Mixtape]
by Chance the Rapper
May 13, 2016
The third mixtape from the Chicago rapper (an Apple Music exclusive for two weeks) features gospel elements as well as guest appearances from such artists as 2 Chainz, Justin Bieber, Francis and the Lights, Future, Jay Electronica, Lil Wayne, Kanye West, and Young Thug.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.2
Death of a Bachelor
69
25.

Death of a Bachelor
by Panic! At the Disco
January 15, 2016
The fifth full-length studio release for the rock band-turned-solo-act featuring Brendon Urie was produced by Jake Sinclair.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.0
Weezer (White Album)
71
26.

Weezer (White Album)
by Weezer
April 1, 2016
The fourth self-titled release for the alternative rock band led by Rivers Cuomo was inspired by Southern California beach life and was produced by Jake Sinclair.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.5
22, A Million
87
27.

22, A Million
by Bon Iver
September 30, 2016
The third full-length release for Justin Vernon was produced by Chris Messina.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.4
Atrocity Exhibition
85
28.

Atrocity Exhibition
by Danny Brown
September 27, 2016
The fourth full-length release for the Detroit rapper was produced by Paul White and features guest appearances from Ab-Soul, B-Real, Kelela, Kendrick Lamar, Petite Noir, and Earl Sweatshirt.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.7
4 Your Eyez Only
75
29.

4 Your Eyez Only
by J. Cole
December 9, 2016
The fourth full-length studio release for the North Carolina hip-hop artist includes co-production with such producers as Elite, Cardiak, Chargaux, Ron Gilmore, and Elijah Scarlett.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.6
All My Demons Greeting Me as a Friend
80
30.

All My Demons Greeting Me as a Friend
by Aurora
March 11, 2016
The Norwegian dark pop singer-songwriter worked with Odd Martin Skalnes and Magnus Skylstad on her debut full-length release.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.5
Run the Jewels 3
88
31.

Run the Jewels 3
by Run the Jewels
December 25, 2016
Available as a free download, the third LP (not including cat-related material) from the duo of El-P and Killer Mike includes contributions from Danny Brown, Zack de la Rocha, Tunde Adebimpe (TV on the Radio), Boots, and Kamasi Washington. Originally scheduled for release in January 2017, it arrived as a surprise on Christmas Day in 2016.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.8
A Seat at the Table
89
32.

A Seat at the Table
by Solange
September 30, 2016
The third full-length studio release for the R&B singer features guest appearances from Nia Andrews, BJ The Chicago Kid, The Dream, Kelela, Lil Wayne, Q-Tip, Kelly Rowland, Sampha and
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.5
California
63
33.

California
by blink-182
July 1, 2016
The seventh full-length studio release for the pop-punk band was produced by John Feldmann and is the first with Alkaline Trio's Matt Skiba, who replaced Tom DeLonge.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
7.5
We Got It From Here...Thank You 4 Your Service
91
34.

We Got It From Here...Thank You 4 Your Service
by A Tribe Called Quest
November 11, 2016
Phife Dawg passed away in March 2016 before the final studio release for the rap group that includes guest appearances from such artists as Anderson Paak, Andre 3000, Busta Rhymes, Consequence, Elton John, Talib Kweli, Kendrick Lamar, and Jack White.
Metascore:
91
User Score:
8.7
Skeleton Tree
95
35.

Skeleton Tree
by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
September 9, 2016
Nick Cave's 15-year-old son died in an accident while he was working on the alternative rock band's 16th album. The recording sessions were filmed for Andrew Dominik's documentary, One More Time With Feel.
Metascore:
95
User Score:
8.3
Birds In The Trap Sing McKnight
64
36.

Birds In The Trap Sing McKnight
by Travis Scott
September 2, 2016
The second full-length studio release for the rapper is an Apple exclusive and features contributions from such artists as André 3000, Kid Cudi, Swizz Beatz, Blac Youngsta, Cassie, 21 Savage, Kendrick Lamar, Bryson Tiller, Young Thug, Quavo, The Weeknd, K. Forest and Nav.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.7
This Is What the Truth Feels Like
62
37.

This Is What the Truth Feels Like
by Gwen Stefani
March 18, 2016
The third full-length solo studio release for the pop singer features a guest appearance from Fetty Wap and production from Greg Kurstin, Mattman & Robin, JR Rotem and Stargate.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.8
I Like It When You Sleep, For You Are So Beautiful Yet So Unaware of It
75
38.

I Like It When You Sleep, For You Are So Beautiful Yet So Unaware of It
by The 1975
February 26, 2016
The second full-length release for the British alternative rock band was produced by Mike Crossey.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.2
This Unruly Mess I've Made
59
39.

This Unruly Mess I've Made
by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
February 26, 2016
The second full-length release for the hip hop duo features guest appearances from such artists as Anderson .Paak, Leon Bridges, Chance The Rapper, DJ Premier, Idris Elba, KRS-One, Kool Moe Dee, and Ed Sheeran.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
6.2
Junk
66
40.

Junk
by M83
April 8, 2016
The first new studio release in over five years for the French electronic-pop band led by Anthony Gonzalez features guest appearances from beck, Mai Lan, Jordan Lawlor, and Susanne Sundfør.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.9
Dystopia
69
41.

Dystopia
by Megadeth
January 22, 2016
The 15th studio release for the Los Angeles metal band features new guitarist Kiko Loureiro and Lamb Of God's Chris Adler on drums.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.0
Skin
75
42.

Skin
by Flume
May 27, 2016
The second full-length release for Australian electronic producer Harley Streten features guest appearances from AlunaGeorge, Beck, Kai, Allan Kingdom, Kučka, Little Dragon, Tove Lo, Vic Mensa, MNDR, Raekwon, and Vince Staples.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.2
Malibu
85
43.

Malibu
by Anderson .Paak
January 15, 2016
The second full-length release for the California rapper/singer-songwriter features guest appearances from BJ the Chicago Kid, The Free Nationals, The Game, Rapsody, Schoolboy Q, and the Timon Family Choir.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.6
Wild World
73
44.

Wild World
by Bastille
September 9, 2016
The second full-length studio release for the British indie pop band led by Dan Smith was produced with Mark Crew.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.4
How to Be a Human Being
74
45.

How to Be a Human Being
by Glass Animals
August 26, 2016
The second full-length release for the British band was inspired people telling stories.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.7
Blank Face LP
81
46.

Blank Face LP
by ScHoolboy Q
July 8, 2016
The fourth full-length release for the Los Angeles rapper features guest appearances from Anderson .Paak, E-40, Jadakiss, Miguel, Candice Pillay, Lance Skiiiwalker, Vince Staples, SZA, Tha Dogg Pound, TF and Kanye West.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.4
The Altar
70
47.

The Altar
by Banks
September 30, 2016
The second full-length release for the Los Angeles-based artist features contributions from Tim Anderson, Al Shux, Sohn,
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.7
All I Need
67
48.

All I Need
by Foxes
February 5, 2016
The second full-length release for the British pop singer-songwriter features songs co-written by Babyface, Kid Harpoon, and Bastille's Dan Smith.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.4
Passion, Pain & Demon Slayin'
70
49.

Passion, Pain & Demon Slayin'
by Kid Cudi
December 28, 2016
The sixth full-length release for the hip-hop artist features guest appearances from André Benjamin, Travis Scott, Willow Smith, and Pharrell Williams.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.3
AIM
65
50.

AIM
by M.I.A.
September 9, 2016
The fifth full-length studio release for the London artist features contributions from such artists as Blaqstarr, Diplo, and Zayn.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
8.1
The Colour In Anything
78
51.

The Colour In Anything
by James Blake
May 5, 2016
The surprise album release of the British electronic producer's third full-length features a collaboration with Bon Iver as well as the track "Radio Silence," which had been the tentative title of the album in 2015.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.5
Walls
62
52.

Walls
by Kings of Leon
October 14, 2016
The seventh full-length studio release for the rock band was produced by Markus Dravs.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
6.7
Endless
74
53.

Endless
by Frank Ocean
August 19, 2016
After several days of streaming video of himself building a wooden staircase, Frank Ocean releases an 18-track visual album on Apple Music.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.5
Bottomless Pit
80
54.

Bottomless Pit
by Death Grips
May 6, 2016
Released digitally, the instrumentals and vocals for the fifth full-length studio release for the Sacramental experimental hip-hop band was also released as a free download. A physical release of the entire album is scheduled for July.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.6
Painting With
69
55.

Painting With
by Animal Collective
February 19, 2016
Avey Tare, Geologist, and Panda Bear created shorter songs for the trio's 11th full-length release that features contributions from Colin Stetson and John Cale.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.5
Teens of Denial
86
56.

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.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.4
Gore
81
57.

Gore
by Deftones
April 8, 2016
The eight full-length studio release for the Sacramento alternative metal band features a guest appearance from Alice in Chain's Jerry Cantrell.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.0
The Divine Feminine
70
58.

The Divine Feminine
by Mac Miller
September 16, 2016
The fourth full-length release for the Pittsburgh rapper feature gusset appearances from Bilal, CeeLo Green, Ariana Grande, Kendrick Lamar, Njomza, Anderson .Paak, and Ty Dolla $ign.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.2
Last Year Was Complicated
68
59.

Last Year Was Complicated
by Nick Jonas
June 10, 2016
The third full-length solo release for the pop singer features guest appearances from Big Sean, Tove Lo and Ty Dolla $ign.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.4
The Weight of These Wings
81
60.

The Weight of These Wings
by Miranda Lambert
November 18, 2016
The 24-track release from the country singer-songwriter features songs co-written with Anderson East, Natalie Hemby, Jack Ingram, Ashley Monroe, Josh Osborne, Liz Rose, and Foy Vance.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.6
Head Carrier
64
61.

Head Carrier
by Pixies
September 30, 2016
The sixth full-length release for the alternative rock band was produced by Tom Dalgety and is its first with bassist Paz Lenchantin as a full-time member.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.2
Hymns
55
62.

Hymns
by Bloc Party
January 29, 2016
Kele Okereke and Russell Lissack return with a new line-up for the indie rock band's fifth full-length release.
Metascore:
55
User Score:
5.4
The Serenity of Suffering
67
63.

The Serenity of Suffering
by Korn
October 21, 2016
The 12th full-length release for the California nu metal band was produced by Nick Raskulinecz and features a guest appearance from Slipknot's Corey Taylor.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.2
You Want It Darker
92
64.

You Want It Darker
by Leonard Cohen
October 21, 2016
The 14th full-length studio release for the Canadian singer-songwriter was produced by his son.
Metascore:
92
User Score:
8.4
Wildflower
83
65.

Wildflower
by The Avalanches
July 8, 2016
The second full-length release for the Australian electronic band comes 16 years after its debut album Since I Left You with features guest appearances from Ariel Pink, David Berman, Jean-Michel Bernard, Biz Markie, Danny Brown, Camp Lo, Jonathan Donahue, Warren Ellis, Jennifer Herrema, Father John Misty, MF Doom, Paris Pershun and Toro y Moi.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.4
Puberty 2
87
66.

Puberty 2
by Mitski
June 17, 2016
The fourth full-length release for the New York indie artist was produced by Patrick Hyland.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.7
Good Times!
79
67.

Good Times!
by The Monkees
May 27, 2016
Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith, and Peter Tork celebrate the 50th anniversary of the pop band with its first new release in 20 years that features songs written by such artists as Rivers Cuomo, Neil Diamond, Noel Gallagher, Andy Partridge, and producer Adam Schlesinger.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.5
Here
76
68.

Here
by Alicia Keys
November 4, 2016
The sixth full-length studio release for the R&B singer features a guest appearance from A$AP Rocky as well as contributions from Roy Ayers, Mark Batson, Emeli Sandé, Swizz Beatz, and Pharrell Williams.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.5
Nothing's Real
79
69.

Nothing's Real
by Shura
July 8, 2016
The debut full-length release for the British pop artist was produced with Greg Kurstin and Joel Pott.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.6
Hopelessness
83
70.

Hopelessness
by Anohni
May 6, 2016
The debut solo release for the lead singer of Antony And The Johnsons was produced by Oneohtrix Point Never and Hudson Mohawke.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.2
Always Strive and Prosper
74
71.

Always Strive and Prosper
by A$AP Ferg
April 22, 2016
The second full-length studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from such artists as A$AP Mob, Big Sean, Chris Brown, Chuck D, Missy Elliott, Future, ScHoolboy Q, and Ty Dolla $ign.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.3
Post Pop Depression
79
72.

Post Pop Depression
by Iggy Pop
March 18, 2016
The 17th solo studio release for the rock artist was produced by Josh Homme of Queens of the Stone Age and features contributions from Homme, QOTSA's Dean Fertita, and the Arctic Monkeys' Matt Helders.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.9
Night Thoughts
80
73.

Night Thoughts
by Suede
January 22, 2016
The seventh full-length release for the British alternative rock band was produced by Ed Buller.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.1
The Sun's Tirade
80
74.

The Sun's Tirade
by Isaiah Rashad
September 2, 2016
The debut full-length studio release for the Tennessee rap artist features guest appearances from Deacon Blues, Kari Faux, Hugh Augustine, Kendrick Lamar, Jay Rock, SiR, Syd the Kid, SZA, and Zacari.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.4
SremmLife 2
75
75.

SremmLife 2
by Rae Sremmurd
August 12, 2016
The second full-length release form the rap brother duo from Mississippi features guest appearances from Gucci Mane, Juicy J, Kodak Black, and Lil Jon.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
6.9
Metal Resistance
74
76.

Metal Resistance
by Babymetal
April 1, 2016
This is the second full-length release for the Japanese metal-pop trio of Suzuka Nakamoto (Su-metal), Moa Kikuchi (Moametal) and Yui Mizuno (Yuimetal.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.4
EVOL
68
77.

EVOL
by Future
February 6, 2016
The fourth full-length release from the Atlanta rapper features a guest appearance by The Weeknd and was a surprise release after announcing it two days prior.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
6.1
The Stage
74
78.

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
My Woman
87
79.

My Woman
by Angel Olsen
September 2, 2016
The third full-length release for the North Carolina-based singer-songwriter was produced by Justin Raisen.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.4
Still Brazy
83
80.

Still Brazy
by YG
June 17, 2016
The second full-length studio release for the Compton rapper features guest appearances from Bricc Baby, Burnt Out, Drake, The Homegirl, Kamaiyah, Lil Wayne, Joe Moses, Nipsey Hussle, Sad Boy, and Slim 400.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.5
Strange Little Birds
75
81.

Strange Little Birds
by Garbage
June 10, 2016
The sixth full-length release for the alternative rock band led by Shirley Manson was produced by Billy Bush.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.9
The Ride
60
82.

The Ride
by Catfish and the Bottlemen
May 27, 2016
The second full-length release for the Welsh alternative rock band was produced by Dave Sardy.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
7.1
Konnichiwa
83
83.

Konnichiwa
by Skepta
May 6, 2016
The fourth full-length studio release for the British grime artist features guest appearances from BBK, D Double E, ASAP Nast, JME, Novelist, Wiley, Pharrell Williams and Young Lord.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.8
3001: A Laced Odyssey
80
84.

3001: A Laced Odyssey
by Flatbush Zombies
March 11, 2016
The debut full-length studio release for the Brooklyn-based rap trio of Meechy Darko, Zombie Juice and Erick “The Architect” Elliott features guest appearances from Diamante and Anthony Flammia.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.9
Blue and Lonesome
82
85.

Blue and Lonesome
by The Rolling Stones
December 2, 2016
Recorded over three days, the latest full-length release of blues covers for the rock band features Eric Clapton on guitar on two tracks.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
7.4
Heavy Entertainment Show
59
86.

Heavy Entertainment Show
by Robbie Williams
November 4, 2016
The 11th full-length studio release for the British pop singer features songs written with such artists as Brandon Flowers, Serge Gainsbourg, Jewel, The Killers' Dave Keuning, Ed Sheeran, and Rufus Wainwright.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
8.2
Bonito Generation
81
87.

Bonito Generation
by Kero Kero Bonito
October 21, 2016
This is the debut full-length release for the London-based J-pop-influenced trio.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.5
Gameshow
67
88.

Gameshow
by Two Door Cinema Club
October 14, 2016
The third full-length release from the Northern Ireland indie rock band was produced by Jackknife Lee.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.2
Amnesty (I)
67
89.

Amnesty (I)
by Crystal Castles
August 19, 2016
The fourth full-length release for the Canadian experimental electronic band is its first with new singer Edith Frances.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.2
You Will Never Be One of Us
87
90.

You Will Never Be One of Us
by NAILS
June 17, 2016
The third full-length release for the California metal trio was produced by Kurt Ballou.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
6.7
All Our Gods Have Abandoned Us
82
91.

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
99.9%
81
92.

99.9%
by Kaytranada
May 6, 2016
The debut full-length studio release for the Canadian electronic producer under the name Kaytranada (he has six credited under Kaytradamus) features guest appearances from such artists as AlunaGeorge, BadBadNotGood, Craig David, Little Dragon, Vic Mensa, Anderson .Paak, Phonte, and Syd tha Kyd.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.5
SVIIB
83
93.

SVIIB
by School of Seven Bells
February 26, 2016
Alejandra Deheza and Benjamin Curtis were working on the Brooklyn band's fourth (and now final) album when Curtis died from lymphoma in December 2013.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.7
Peace Trail
57
94.

Peace Trail
by Neil Young
December 9, 2016
Recorded over four days, the 37th full-length studio release for the Canadian singer-songwriter features Jim Keltner on drums and Paul Bushnell on bass.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
4.6
Before the Dawn [Live]
84
95.

Before the Dawn [Live]
by Kate Bush
December 2, 2016
The second live release for the British singer-songwriter is a three-disc album featuring songs from her her month-long residency at London's Hammersmith Apollo.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.6
Front Row Seat to Earth
82
96.

Front Row Seat to Earth
by Weyes Blood
October 21, 2016
The latest full-length release for singer-songwriter Natalie Mering was co-produced with Chris Cohen.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.3
The Glowing Man
81
97.

The Glowing Man
by Swans
June 17, 2016
This is the fourth and final release for the Michael Gira-led experimental rock band's line-up that includes Christoph Hahn, Thor Harris, Christopher Pravdica, Phil Puleo, and Norman Westberg.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.6
Love You To Death
78
98.

Love You To Death
by Tegan and Sara
June 3, 2016
The eighth full-length studio release for the Canadian sister duo was produced by Greg Kurstin.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.3
A Sailor's Guide to Earth
86
99.

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
Cleopatra
67
100.

Cleopatra
by The Lumineers
April 8, 2016
The second full-length release for the Grammy-nominated folk-rock band was produced by Ryan Hadlock.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
7.2

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