Album Releases by User Score
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701.
Broken Brights
by Angus Stone
July 17, 2012
Better known for his work as half of the folk-rock duo with his sister Julia, Angus Stone releases his first solo album under his real name (his 2009 solo album was released under the name, Lady of the Sunshine).
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702.
Mirage Rock
by Band of Horses
September 18, 2012
The fourth studio release for the indie rock band was produced by Glyn Johns.
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703.
Hairdresser Blues
by Hunx
February 28, 2012
Seth Bogart returns as Hunx but without his backing band for his solo album produced by Ivan Julian.
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704.
Come Back as Rain
by Good Old War
March 6, 2012
This is the third album for the indie folk-rock trio from Philadelphia.
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705.
Underrated Silence
by Mark Peters
February 14, 2012
German producer Ulrich Schnauss worked with fellow Engineers' bassist Mark Peters on this minimalist electronic album.
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706.
Young & Old
by Tennis
February 14, 2012
The second album for the husband-and-wife duo was produced by The Black Keys' Patrick Carney.
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707.
Into the Future
by Bad Brains
November 20, 2012
This is the first release in five years for the Washington D.C. punk/reggae rock band.
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708.
Ternion
by We Have Band
February 28, 2012
The second album for the British trio sees the band expanding its indie dance sound.
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709.
Tosta Mista
by Hooded Fang
March 20, 2012
The second album from the Canadian group was inspired by end of the romantic relationship between band members Daniel Lee and April Aliermo.
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710.
The Abbey Road Sessions
by Kylie Minogue
November 6, 2012
The pop singer reworked some of her biggest hits with an orchestra at London's Abbey Road Studios.
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711.
Freak Puke
by Melvins Lite
June 5, 2012
The Melvins' King Buzzo and Dale Crover team up with Mr. Bungle bassist Trevor Dunn as Melvins Lite for this release.
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712.
Pluto
by Future
April 17, 2012
The debut studio album for the Decatur, Georgia-born rapper features guest appearances from Drake, R. Kelly, Juicy J, T.I., Trae, and Snoop Dogg.
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713.
Gold Dust
by Tori Amos
October 2, 2012
The second release under the Deutsche Grammophon label from Tori Amos contains 14 [15 on the deluxe editions] of her songs reworked with the Metropole Orchestra conducted by Jules Buckley.
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714.
Strange Land
by Yellow Ostrich
March 6, 2012
Yellow Ostrich began as a solo project for Alex Schaaf, but for his third album, the band has expanded to become a trio.
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715.
America Give Up
by Howler
January 16, 2012
This is the first full-length release for the Minnesota rock band led by Jordan Gatesmith.
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716.
Take Me Home
by One Direction
November 13, 2012
The British boy band releases its second full-length release featuring production and songs written by such artists as Ed Sheeran, Carl Falk, Rami Yacoub, Savan Kotecha, Max Martin, and Dr. Luke.
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717.
R.E.D.
by Ne-Yo
November 6, 2012
The fifth release for the R&B singer features guest appearances by Tim McGraw and Wiz Khalifa.
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718.
Cruel Summer
by Various Artists
September 18, 2012
This studio compilation album features artists from the G.O.O.D. Music label and guest appearances from others including: Kanye West, Jay Z, Ghostface Killah, Raekwon, Push T, R. Kelly, Common, Kid Cudi, 2 Chainz, Big Sean, DJ Khaled, Ma$e, and Teyana Taylor.
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719.
Black is Beautiful
by Hype Williams
April 17, 2012
The British duo of Dean Blunt and Inga Copeland releases its fourth album together.
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720.
Diamond Rugs
by Diamond Rugs
April 24, 2012
Adam Landry and Justin Collins produced the debut album from the indie "supergroup" that includes John McCauley and Robbie Crowell of Deer Tick, Steve Berlin of Los Lobos, Hardy Morris of Dead Confederate, Ian Saint Pe of the Black Lips, and Bryan Dufresne of Six Finger Satellite.
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721.
2:54
by 2:54
May 29, 2012
The debut release from the British sisters Hannah and Colette Thurlow was produced by Rob Ellis.
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722.
Lonesome Dreams
by Lord Huron
October 9, 2012
This is the debut full-length release for the Ben Schneider folk rock project.
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723.
Human Don't Be Angry
by Human Don't Be Angry
April 24, 2012
The solo debut album for Former Arab Strap guitarist Malcolm Middleton was produced by Paul Savage and features drumming from fellow Arab Strap partner, Aidan Moffat.
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724.
Sushi
by James Ferraro
November 6, 2012
This is the latest release from the Los Angeles-based electronic producer.
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725.
Americana
by Neil Young & Crazy Horse
June 5, 2012
The first release in nine years for Neil Young and his band Crazy Horse is an album of classic American folk songs.
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726.
Talent
by Heavenly Beat
July 24, 2012
Former Beach Fossils bassist John Pena releases his debut full-length album under the name Heavenly Beat.
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727.
Rhythm and Repose
by Glen Hansard
June 19, 2012
Produced by Thomas Bartlett, Glen Hansard returns after his success with Frames, the Swell Season, and the Once soundtrack/musical score, with his first solo album.
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728.
Animator
by The Luyas
October 16, 2012
The sudden death of a close friend was an influence on the follow-up to the Canadian band's 2011 Polaris Music Prize long-listed debut release, Too Beautiful to Work.
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729.
Believe
by Justin Bieber
June 19, 2012
Big Sean, Drake, Ludacris, and Nicki Minaj guest on the third full-length album from the Canadian pop singer.
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730.
Aimlessness
by Dntel
June 5, 2012
The fourth release for Jimmy Tamborello as Dntel includes guest vocals from Will Wiesenfeld (also known as Baths) and Nite Jewel.
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731.
Time as We Know It: The Songs of Jerry Jeff Walker
by Todd Snider
April 24, 2012
The latest album from Todd Snider is a tribute album to Jerry Jeff Walker.
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732.
Chapter V
by Trey Songz
August 21, 2012
The fifth studio album for the R&B singer features guest appearances from Diddy, Lil Wayne, Meek Mill, Rick Ross, T.I., and Young Jeezy.
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733.
New Wild Everywhere
by Great Lake Swimmers
April 3, 2012
Andy Magoffin produced the fifth album for the Canadian indie folk band led by Tony Dekker.
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734.
Get What You Give
by The Ghost Inside
June 19, 2012
The third album for the Los Angeles metal band was produced by Jeremy Mckinnon of A Day To Remember.
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735.
Sinners Never Sleep
by You Me at Six
January 24, 2012
The third album for the rock band from England was produced by Garth "GGGarth" Richardson.
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736.
Relapse
by Ministry
March 26, 2012
The Occupy movement inspired band leader Al Jourgensen to resurrect the band after it had ended in 2008.
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737.
Dos!
by Green Day
November 13, 2012
The second of Green Day's 2012 trilogy produced by Rob Cavallo is said to have garage rock influences.
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738.
Love at the Bottom of the Sea
by Magnetic Fields
March 6, 2012
Synthesizers and Stephin Merritt return to the Magnetic Fields with the first album of new material for the band since 1999's 69 Songs.
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739.
Colored Emotions
by Night Moves
October 16, 2012
Originally released on Bandcamp in 2011, the debut full-length release for the Minneapolis indie rock trio was rerecorded by producer Thom Monahan for its release on the Domino label.
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740.
Valentina
by The Wedding Present
March 20, 2012
The first album in four years for the rock band led by David Gedge was produced by Andrew Scheps.
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741.
Self Entitled
by NOFX
September 11, 2012
The 12th studio album for the California punk rock band was produced by Bill Stevenson.
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742.
Intersection
by Nanci Griffith
April 10, 2012
Nanci Griffith's 20th album was recorded at her Nashville home with co-producers Maura Kennedy, Pete Kennedy, and Pat McInerney.
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743.
Enjoy the Company
by The Whigs
September 18, 2012
The fourth release for the Athens, Georgia rock band was produced by John Agnello.
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744.
Our Version of Events
by Emeli Sandé
June 5, 2012
This is the debut album for the singer-songwriter who won the Brit's Critic Choice Award for best new artist in 2012.
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745.
Meantime [EP]
by Kwes.
May 1, 2012
The four-track EP from producer Kwes. is his first on the Warp label.
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746.
King Con
by Alex Winston
April 10, 2012
This is the debut full-length album for the Detroit indie pop singer-songwriter.
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747.
Rebel Soul
by Kid Rock
November 19, 2012
The Twisted Brown Trucker band return on Kid Rock's ninth studio release that he also produced himself.
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748.
Monster
by Kiss
October 9, 2012
The 20th studio release for the rock band led by Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley was recorded on analog equipment.
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749.
Advaitic Songs
by Om
July 24, 2012
The fifth full-length studio album for the duo of Al Cisneros and Amos continues its guitar-less music.
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750.
Steam Days
by Nathan Fake
August 27, 2012
This is the third album from the British electronic music artist.
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751.
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by Ed Sheeran
June 12, 2012
The British singer-songwriter's debut full-length album was produced by Jake Gosling and No ID.
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752.
Tell Tales
by The Cornshed Sisters
April 17, 2012
The debut album for the quartet of Marie Nixon of Kenickie, Jennie Redmond, Cath Stephens, and Liz Corney was co-produced with Peter Brewis.
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753.
All of Me
by Estelle
February 28, 2012
The third album for the British singer features guest appearances by Chris Brown, Janelle Monae, Rick Ross, and Trey Songz.
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754.
Iradelphic
by Clark
April 3, 2012
Chris Clark's sixth album featuring Martina Topley-Bird and acoustic guitars was recorded around the world, including Australia, Belgium, Germany, Norway, and the UK.
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755.
Radlands
by Mystery Jets
June 5, 2012
The British indie rock band's fifth album was recorded in Austin, Texas and was produced by Dan Carey.
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756.
Elysium
by Pet Shop Boys
September 11, 2012
The eleventh studio album for the British electronic duo was produced with Andrew Dawson.
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757.
The Host
by The Host
March 20, 2012
Producer Barry Lynn, who is better known under his Boxcutter alias, releases his first album under the Host name.
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758.
Breakfast
by Chiddy Bang
February 28, 2012
This is the debut release for Philadelphia alternative rap group Chiddy Bang.
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759.
Out of the Black
by Boys Noize
October 16, 2012
The third full-length studio release for the German-born electronic producer Alexander Ridha features Snoop Dogg as a guest artist.
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760.
Candy Salad
by Suckers
April 24, 2012
The second release for the Brooklyn-based indie pop trio was produced by Matt Boynton.
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761.
Nzca/Lines
by Nzca/Lines
February 20, 2012
The debut album for the one-man band project for Michael Lovett blends together R&B and pop styles.
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762.
Magic Hour
by Scissor Sisters
May 29, 2012
The fourth album for the dance band led by Jake Shears includes production by Diplo, Calvin Harris, Dean John Horton, The Neptunes, Stuart Price, and Alex Ridha.
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763.
Infinity Overhead
by Minus the Bear
August 28, 2012
The fifth album for the indie rock band led by Jake Snider was produced by former keyboardist Matt Bayles.
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764.
Hypnotic Nights
by JEFF the Brotherhood
July 17, 2012
Dan Auerbach of the Black Keys produced the seventh album for the garage rock duo.
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765.
Uno!
by Green Day
September 25, 2012
The first release in a planned trilogy for the punk rock band was produced by Rob Cavallo.
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766.
119
by Trash Talk
October 9, 2012
The fourth release for the Sacramento hardcore band is its first on the Odd Future label.
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767.
Melt
by Young Magic
February 14, 2012
Genres such as hip-hop, soul, dubstep, electronic, and West African music are featured on the debut album for the New York-based trio, who come via Australia and Indonesia.
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768.
Nothing to Do
by Bleeding Knees Club
April 17, 2012
The debut full-length album for the Australian garage rock-pop duo of Alex Wall and Jordan Malane was produced by Devonte Hynes (aka Lightspeed Champion or Blood Orange).
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769.
Hot Cakes
by The Darkness
August 21, 2012
The British glam/hard rock band returns to record and produce its third album after a five year absence.
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770.
Bruiser
by The Duke Spirit
February 7, 2012
The third album for the British indie rock band was produced by Andrew Scheps.
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771.
The Slideshow Effect
by Memoryhouse
February 28, 2012
This is the debut full-length album on Sub Pop for the Canadian dream pop duo.
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772.
Breakthrough
by The Gaslamp Killer
September 18, 2012
The debut full-length release for William Bensussen as The Gaslamp Killer features guest appearances from such artist as Gonjasufi, Shigeto, Samiyam, Miguel Atwood-Ferguson, and Daedelus.
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773.
Sundark and Riverlight
by Patrick Wolf
September 25, 2012
Patrick Wolf re-recorded some tracks from his various releases, with the double album split with darker songs on one side and the more hopeful tracks on the other.
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774.
MTV Unplugged [Live]
by Florence + the Machine
April 10, 2012
The latest MTV Unplugged release is from Florence + the Machine and it includes a cover of Jackson with Josh Homme.
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775.
My Head Is an Animal
by Of Monsters and Men
April 3, 2012
This is the debut full-length album for the Icelandic folk rock band that won the Músiktilraunir, their homeland's battle of the bands competition, in 2010.
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776.
Hymns
by Cardinal
January 24, 2012
This is the first album in nearly 20 years since Richard Davies and Eric Matthews released their debut albums as Cardinal in 1994.
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777.
G is For Deep
by Doseone
June 11, 2012
The latest solo album for Anticon co-founder Adam Drucker is his first official studio release.
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778.
Pale Fire
by El Perro del Mar
December 4, 2012
This is the fourth full-length studio release for the Sweden's Sarah Assbring as El Perro Del Mar.
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779.
Stones
by Mats Gustafsson
November 9, 2012
The four-track release from Mats Gustafsson and Colin Stetson was recorded live at the Vancouver Jazz Festival in 2011.
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780.
This is PiL
by Public Image Ltd.
May 29, 2012
This is the first album in 20 years for the band led by the Sex Pistol's John Lydon. The line-up includes Bruce Smith, Lu Edmonds, and Scott Firth.
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781.
Come of Age
by The Vaccines
October 2, 2012
This second album for the London quartet was produced by Ethan Johns and recorded at ICP Studios in Brussels, Belgium and the Distillery in Bath, England.
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782.
The Only Place
by Best Coast
May 15, 2012
Produced by Jon Brion, the second album for Best Coast is its first since drummer Ali Koehler was let go by the indie pop duo.
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783.
Trespassing
by Adam Lambert
May 15, 2012
The sophomore release for Adam Lambert features production and co-written songs by Nikka Costa, Dr. Luke, Claude Kelly, Bruno Mars, Sam Sparro, and Pharrell Williams.
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784.
Jesus Piece
by Game
December 11, 2012
The fifth studio release for California rapper The Game features guest appearances from such artists as 2 Chainz, Big Sean, Chris Brown, J. Cole, Common, Jamie Foxx, Kendrick Lamar, Lil Wayne, Rick Ross, Tyga, Kanye West, and Wiz Khalifa.
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785.
Icky Blossoms
by Icky Blossoms
July 17, 2012
The debut album for the indie pop trio was produced by Dave Sitek.
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786.
Triple F Life: Friends, Fans and Family
by Waka Flocka Flame
June 12, 2012
The second full-length studio album from Waka Flocka Flame features guest appearances from such artists as B.o.B., Drake, Flo Rider, Ludacris, Nicki Minaj, and Trey Songz.
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787.
Just Tell Me That You Want Me: A Tribute To Fleetwood Mac
by Various Artists
August 14, 2012
Produced by Randall Poster and Gelya Robb, the 17 track tribute album includes such artists as Lee Ranaldo, J Mascis, Best Coast, New Pornographers, Marianne Faithfull, Lykke Li, Bonnie Prince Billy, Washed Out, Tame Impala, Craig Wedren, St. Vincent, The Kills, Gardens & Villa, The Crystal Ark, and MGMT covering Fleetwood Mac songs.
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788.
Anarchy, My Dear
by Say Anything
March 13, 2012
The fifth album for the band led by Max Bemis is said to be its first true punk rock record.
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789.
Cast the Same Old Shadow
by Dylan LeBlanc
August 21, 2012
The second release for the Louisiana-born singer was written after a breakup and was co-produced with Trina Shoemaker.
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790.
Cokefloat!
by PAWS
October 9, 2012
The debut full-length release for the Scottish indie rock trio was produced by Rory Atwell of Test Icicles.
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791.
What Kind of World
by Brendan Benson
April 24, 2012
The fifth solo album for the Raconteurs band member is his first on his own label, Readymade Records.
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792.
I Love You, It's Cool
by Bear in Heaven
April 3, 2012
The third album for the Brooklyn synth-psychedelic rock band was produced by David Wrench.
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793.
Digital Native
by Polysick
June 26, 2012
This is the debut full length dance release for Italian producer Egisto Sopor.
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794.
Endless Flowers
by Crocodiles
June 5, 2012
The third full-length release for the San Diego noise rock band is its first as a five-piece.
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795.
Nothing Bad Will Ever Happen
by Dignan Porch
August 14, 2012
Joe Walsh returns with his second release as Dignan Porch, this time as a full band with four new members: Hayley Akins, Ben Goodwin, Stephen Keane, and Sam Walsh.
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796.
Echo Ono
by Pontiak
February 20, 2012
The latest album for the Virginia psych-rock band formed by brothers Jennings, Lain, and Van Carney was recorded at their rebuilt studio using only analog equipment.
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797.
Machines That Make Civilization Fun
by Bigg Jus
June 5, 2012
The first album of new material from the rapper in seven years tackles political issues.
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798.
Light Asylum
by Light Asylum
May 1, 2012
This is the debut full-length electronic-based album for the Brooklyn duo of Shannon Funchess and producer Bruno Coviello.
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