Album Releases by User Score

Lese Majesty 101.

Lese Majesty

by Shabazz Palaces
July 29, 2014
This is the second full-length release from the Seattle-based experimental hip-hop group led by Ishmael Butler.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.3
Lateness of Dancers 102.

Lateness of Dancers

by Hiss Golden Messenger
September 9, 2014
The fifth full-length release for M.C. Taylor features Phil and Brad Cook of Megafaun, William Tyler, Scott Hirsch, and Alexandra Sauser-Monnig of Mountain Man.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.0
Indian Ocean 103.

Indian Ocean

by Frazey Ford
October 14, 2014
The second full-length solo release from the former member of Be Good Tanya features Al Green's back up band, Hi Rhythm Section.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Atomos 104.

Atomos

by A Winged Victory for the Sullen
October 7, 2014
The second full-length release for the ambient duo of Adam Wiltzie and Dustin O'Halloran was a score for a dance piece by Wayne McGregor.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.5
Divide and Exit 105.

Divide and Exit

by Sleaford Mods
May 27, 2014
The follow-up to 2013 release "Austerity Dogs" from the British punk duo of Jason Williamson and Andrew Fearn.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.9
Carry on the Grudge 106.

Carry on the Grudge

by Jamie T
September 30, 2014
The third full-length release for the British singer-songwriter was produced by Cenzo Townshend.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.6
Manipulator 107.

Manipulator

by Ty Segall
August 26, 2014
The 17-track release from the California garage rocker was produced by Chris Woodhouse.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.1
Metamodern Sounds in Country Music 108.

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
Reality Testing 109.

Reality Testing

by Lone
June 17, 2014
The fifth release for the British electronic artist Matt Cutler as Lone features hip-hop influences.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.1
Lullaby and... The Ceaseless Roar 110.

Lullaby and... The Ceaseless Roar

by Robert Plant & the Sensational Space Shifters
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
Strangers 111.

Strangers

by Simone Felice
March 25, 2014
The second solo release for the former drummer of the Felice Brothers was co-produced with David Baron.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Beware the Fetish 112.

Beware the Fetish

by Kasai Allstars
June 24, 2014
This is the latest release from the Congolese collective produced by Vincent Kenis.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Carter Girl 113.

Carter Girl

by Carlene Carter
April 8, 2014
The first release in six years for the laughter of June Carter and stepfather Johnny Cash was produced by Don Was and features guest appearances from Vince Gill, Kris Kristofferson and Willie Nelson.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Love 114.

Love

by Amen Dunes
May 13, 2014
The third full-length release for the folk project for Damon McMahon features guest appearance from Elias Bender Rønnenfelt of Iceage and was produced by Dave Bryant and Efrim Menuck.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.8
Rhythm 115.

Rhythm

by Wildbirds & Peacedrums
November 11, 2014
The fourth full-length release from the Swedish husband-and-wife duo of Mariam Wallentin and Andreas Werliin was self-recorded and produced.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.5
From Scotland with Love 116.

From Scotland with Love

by King Creosote
July 21, 2014
The latest release for Kenny Anderson as King Creosote was created for a documentary film of the same name, to be released for the Commonwealth Games.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
The  Future's Void 117.

The Future's Void

by EMA
April 8, 2014
The second full-length release for Erika M. Anderson was produced with Leif Shackleford.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.0
A Dotted Line 118.

A Dotted Line

by Nickel Creek
April 1, 2014
The Grammy-winning bluegrass trio of Chris Thile, Sara Watkins, and Sean Watkins return from its 2007 "indefinite hiatus" to release its Eric Valentine-produced sixth studio album.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.5
No One Wants To Be Here and No One Wants To Leave 119.

No One Wants To Be Here and No One Wants To Leave

by The Twilight Sad
October 28, 2014
The fourth studio release for the Scottish trio was mixed by Peter Katis.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.6
The  No-Hit Wonder 120.

The No-Hit Wonder

by Cory Branan
August 19, 2014
The fourth full-length release for the alt-country-rock singer-songwriter features features guest appearances from Tim Easton, Craig Finn, Jason Isbell, Austin Lucas, Caitlin Rose, and Steve Selvidge.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
I Shall Die Here 121.

I Shall Die Here

by The Body
April 1, 2014
The experimental doom band worked with Bobby Krlic (also known as the Haxan Cloak) on its fourth full-length release.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.3
Koch 122.

Koch

by Lee Gamble
September 30, 2014
This is the third full-length release for the British electronic producer.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.0
Emmaar 123.

Emmaar

by Tinariwen
February 11, 2014
Saul Williams, Matt Sweeney and Josh Klinghoffer appear as guests on the sixth release for the desert blues rock band from Mali.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.5
Honest 124.

Honest

by Future
April 22, 2014
The second full-length studio release for the Atlanta rapper features guest appearances from Andre 3000, Casino, Drake, Pharrell, Pusha T, Kanye West, and Wiz Khalifa.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
6.4
Lily-O 125.

Lily-O

by Sam Amidon
September 30, 2014
The fifth full-length release from the Vermont-born indie folk artist features contributions from Bill Frisell and was produced by Valgeir Sigurðsson.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Songs 126.

Songs

by John Fullbright
May 27, 2014
The follow-up to the Oklahoma singer-songwriter's 2012 Grammy-nominated debut From The Ground Up was co-produced with Wes Sharon.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.5
Give My Love to London 127.

Give My Love to London

by Marianne Faithfull
November 11, 2014
The 20th studio release for the British singer-songwriter features contributions from such artists as Anna Calvi, Nick Cave, Steve Earle, Ed Harcourt, Tom McRae, Portishead's Adrian Utley, and Pink Floyd's Roger Waters.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.3
The Fact Facer 128.

The Fact Facer

by Holy Sons
September 23, 2014
This is the latest full-length release for Emil Amos' solo project Holy Sons.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Primitive and Deadly 129.

Primitive and Deadly

by Earth
September 2, 2014
The tenth studio release for the drone metal band led by Dylan Carlson, features guest appearances from Mark Lanegan, Brett Nelson of Built to Spill, Rabia Shaheen Qazi, and Jodie Cox.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Trouble & Love 130.

Trouble & Love

by Mary Gauthier
June 10, 2014
The first full-length release in four years for the singer-songwriter includes contributions from Beth Nielsen Chapman, Ben Glover, Scott Nolan, Gretchen Peters, Darrell Scott, and the McCrary Sisters.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Drop 131.

Drop

by Thee Oh Sees
April 19, 2014
Garage/psych rocker John Dwyer moves to Los Angeles and worked with Casafis, Mikal Cronin, Greer McGettrick and Woodhouse on the his latest studio release.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.3
End Times Undone 132.

End Times Undone

by David Kilgour and the Heavy Eights
August 5, 2014
The latest solo release (his second with the Heavy Eights) from the former co-founder of New Zealand indie-pop band the Clean was recorded over three years.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
The Hum 133.

The Hum

by Hookworms
November 11, 2014
The second full-length release for the British psychedelic/noise rock quintet is its first with new drummer, JN.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.9
Stay Gold 134.

Stay Gold

by First Aid Kit
June 10, 2014
The third full-length release (and the first on the Columbia label) for the Swedish sister duo was produced by Mike Mogis.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.0
Revival 135.

Revival

by Bellowhead
June 30, 2014
The fifth full-length release for the British folk ensemble was produced by Rupert Christie.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Jaiyede Afro 136.

Jaiyede Afro

by The Heliocentrics
September 9, 2014
The latest release from the Nigerian saxophonist Orlando Julius is a collaboration with the British funk ensemble The Heliocentrics.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Bestial Burden 137.

Bestial Burden

by Pharmakon
October 14, 2014
The second full-length release for Margaret Chardiet as Pharmakon was recorded with Sean Ragon.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.3
When the Cellar Children See the Light of Day 138.

When the Cellar Children See the Light of Day

by Mirel Wagner
August 12, 2014
The second release for the Finnish singer-songwriter was produced by Vladislav Delay.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.0
My Krazy Life 139.

My Krazy Life

by YG
March 18, 2014
The debut full-length studio release for the Los Angeles rapper features guest appearances from Drake, Jeezy, Kendrick Lamar, Jay Rock, Schoolboy Q, and Ty Dolla $ign.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.2
Farmer's Corner 140.

Farmer's Corner

by Wooden Wand
May 6, 2014
The latest release from James Jackson Toth as Wooden Wand was recorded over six different sessions.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Distant Satellites 141.

Distant Satellites

by Anathema
June 10, 2014
The tenth full-length studio release for the British rock band was produced by Christer-André Cederberg.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.2
Electric Brick Wall 142.

Electric Brick Wall

by Black Bananas
June 24, 2014
This is the second release for the alternative rock band led by former Royal Trux member Jennifer Herrema.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Give the People What They Want 143.

Give the People What They Want

by Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings
January 14, 2014
The fifth full-length studio release for the Brooklyn soul band was originally scheduled for an August release but was delayed due to the cancer diagnosis of singer Sharon Jones.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.2
Small Town Heroes 144.

Small Town Heroes

by Hurray for the Riff Raff
February 11, 2014
The latest release for the folk ensemble led by Alynda Lee Segarra is its first on the ATO label.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.3
The Take Off and Landing of Everything 145.

The Take Off and Landing of Everything

by Elbow
March 11, 2014
The sixth full-length release for the British alternative rock band was again produced by Craig Potter.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.3
Aquarius 146.

Aquarius

by Tinashe
October 7, 2014
The debut full-length studio release for the R&B singer features guest appearances from A$AP Rocky, Future, Devonté Hynes, and ScHoolboy Q.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.7
Hot Dreams 147.

Hot Dreams

by Timber Timbre
April 1, 2014
The fifth full-length release for the Canadian folk band led by Taylor Kirk and was produced by Simon Trottier.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.4
Still Life 148.

Still Life

by Kevin Morby
October 14, 2014
The second solo full-length release for the Babies/Woods member was inspired by his move from New York to California.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.8
Carnival of Souls 149.

Carnival of Souls

by Pere Ubu
September 9, 2014
This is the 15th studio release from the experimental Ohio rock band led by David Thomas.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Ruins 150.

Ruins

by Grouper
October 31, 2014
The tenth studio release from Liz Harris as Grouper was mainly recorded in Portugal in 2011 on a 4-track.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.2
Down Like Gold 151.

Down Like Gold

by Champs
March 10, 2014
The debut release for the Isle of Wight brother duo was recorded at a former water tower.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.5
Invisible Hour 152.

Invisible Hour

by Joe Henry
June 3, 2014
Recorded over four days, the 13th release for the singer-songwriter feature guest appearances from Lisa Hannigan as well as Kenneth Pattengale & Joey Ryan of The Milk Carton Kids.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Lazaretto 153.

Lazaretto

by Jack White
June 10, 2014
The second solo release for The White Stripes/The Raconteurs/The Dead Weather musician/producer shows influences of blues, country, folk, hip-hop, and rock music.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.0
Soul Power 154.

Soul Power

by Curtis Harding
May 6, 2014
The debut full-length release for the Atlanta-based singer was self-produced.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.3
It's Album Time 155.

It's Album Time

by Todd Terje
April 8, 2014
The debut full-length release for the Norwegian electronic producer features a guest appearance from Bryan Ferry.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.6
Dissed and Dismissed 156.

Dissed and Dismissed

by Tony Molina
March 25, 2014
Originally a limited release on the Melters label, the debut full-length solo album from the San Francisco Bay Area hardcore artist is reissued by Slumberland.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.5
Brill Bruisers 157.

Brill Bruisers

by The New Pornographers
August 26, 2014
The first release in four years for the supergroup that includes Dan Bejar, Kathryn Calder, Neko Case, and AC Newman was produced by Newman and John Collins.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.3
All or Nothin' 158.

All or Nothin'

by Nikki Lane
May 6, 2014
The second full-length release for the Nashville-based singer-songwriter was produced by Dan Auerbach.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.6
Band of Brothers 159.

Band of Brothers

by Willie Nelson
June 17, 2014
Produced by Buddy Cannon, the latest release for the country singer-songwriter features nine original songs and a duet with Jamey Johnson.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.2
Bahamas Is Afie 160.

Bahamas Is Afie

by Bahamas
August 19, 2014
The third studio release for the Canadian indie band led by Afie Jurvanen was produced with Robbie Lackritz.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.0
Feel It Like a Scientist 161.

Feel It Like a Scientist

by Chrome
August 5, 2014
This is the first release in a dozen years for the San Francisco-based experimental rock band now led by guitarist Helios Creed with Anne Dromeda, Steve “Trash” Fishman, Tommy GrenasKeith Thompson, Aleph Omega, and Lux Vibratus.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
The Moral of the Elephant 162.

The Moral of the Elephant

by Martin Carthy
June 17, 2014
The debut release for the British folk father-daughter duo of Martin & Eliza Carthy was produced by Oliver Knight.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
DSU 163.

DSU

by (Sandy) Alex G
November 10, 2014
This is the debut full-length release for the Philadelphia indie rock artist Alex Giannascoli. [This album was originally credited under the name Alex G]
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.3
Brothers and Sisters of the Eternal Son 164.

Brothers and Sisters of the Eternal Son

by Damien Jurado
January 21, 2014
The Shins' Richard Swift returns to produce the sequel to Damien Jurado's 2012 album, Maraqopa.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.1
Freeman 165.

Freeman

by Freeman
July 22, 2014
This is the first solo release of new songs from Aaron Freeman since leaving Ween.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.4
Hozier 166.

Hozier

by Hozier
October 7, 2014
The debut full-length release for Irish singer-songwriter Andrew Hozier-Byrne features a guest appearance from Karen Cowley.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.8
American Interior 167.

American Interior

by Gruff Rhys
November 4, 2014
The fourth full-length solo release for the former Super Furry Animal was inspired by his 18th century ancestor, explorer John Evans, who mapped the Missouri River.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.5
Ultimate Painting 168.

Ultimate Painting

by Ultimate Painting
October 28, 2014
Jack Cooper of Mazes and James Hoare of Veronica Falls each wrote five songs on their debut full-length release together.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.1
The Moon Rang Like a Bell 169.

The Moon Rang Like a Bell

by Hundred Waters
May 27, 2014
This is the second full-length release for the experimental pop group led by Nicole Miglis.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.3
Preternaturals 170.

Preternaturals

by Grumbling Fur
August 11, 2014
The third full-length release for experimental pop duo of Daniel O’Sullivan and Alexander Tucker
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Cold World 171.

Cold World

by Naomi Shelton & the Gospel Queens
July 29, 2014
The second retro soul release on Daptone Recordings for the gospel/R&B singer was recorded live on eight-track tape.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Remedy 172.

Remedy

by Old Crow Medicine Show
July 1, 2014
The ninth full-length studio release for the Americana string band was produced by Ted Hutt and includes a song co-written by Bob Dylan.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.4
Just Be Free 173.

Just Be Free

by Big Freedia
June 17, 2014
The fourth studio and first major label release for the New Orleans rapper who popularized bounce music, a subgenre that mixes house and hip-hop music with chants, was produced by Thomas McElroy.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Xen 174.

Xen

by Arca
November 4, 2014
This is the second full-length release for producer Alejandro Ghersi, who is known for his work on Kanye West’s Yeezus and FKA twigs albums.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.2
Until Silence 175.

Until Silence

by Roll the Dice
June 2, 2014
The third full-length release for the Swedish electronic duo features a 26-piece orchestra.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Lord Steppington 176.

Lord Steppington

by Step Brothers
January 21, 2014
The debut rap collaboration from Evidence and Alchemist features guest appearances from such artists as Action Bronson, Fashawn, Domo Genesis, Roc Marciano, Oh No, and Styles P.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.4
Sukierae 177.

Sukierae

by Tweedy
September 23, 2014
The debut release for the side project from Wilco's Jeff Tweedy and his son Spencer features contributions from Scott McCaughey of the Baseball Project, Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig of Lucius.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.9
Glass Boys 178.

Glass Boys

by Fucked Up
June 3, 2014
The fourth full-length release for the Canadian punk band was produced by Bill Skibbe.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.5
The  Both 179.

The Both

by The Both
April 15, 2014
The debut release for the collaboration between Aimee Mann and Ted Leo was produced by Paul Bryan.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.1
Kin <--> 180.

Kin <-->

by Pat Metheny Unity Group
February 4, 2014
The second release for the Pat Metheny band that includes Chris Potter, Antonio Sanchez, and Ben Williams is its first with new member Giulio Carmassi.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Here Be Monsters 181.

Here Be Monsters

by Jon Langford & Skull Orchard
April 1, 2014
This is the first release in four years for the Mekons/Waco Brothers member and his band that includes Joe Camarillo, Jean Cook, Alan Doughty, Jim Elkington, and Tawny Newsome.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Lost Domain 182.

Lost Domain

by Tim Wheeler
November 10, 2014
The debut full-length solo release for the Ash frontman is a tribute to his late father, who suffered from Alzheimer’s disease.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Here and Nowhere Else 183.

Here and Nowhere Else

by Cloud Nothings
April 1, 2014
The fourth studio release for the Cleveland indie rock band led by Dylan Baldi was produced by John Congleton.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.4
With Light and With Love 184.

With Light and With Love

by Woods
April 15, 2014
The eighth studio release for the Brooklyn folk rock band led by Jeremy Earl includes the use of a saloon piano, singing saw, and more percussion.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.2
Black Metal 185.

Black Metal

by Dean Blunt
November 4, 2014
The second solo full-length release for the British artist is his first on the Rough Trade label.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.4
Caustic Love 186.

Caustic Love

by Paolo Nutini
September 16, 2014
The third full-length release for the Scottish singer-songwriter was produced with Dani Castelar.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.4
Just Because 187.

Just Because

by The Belle Brigade
March 25, 2014
The second full-length release for the brother and sister duo of Barbara and Ethan Gruska was produced with Shawn Everett.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Forgetting the Present 188.

Forgetting the Present

by Remember Remember
June 30, 2014
The third full-length release for the Scottish instrumental band led by Graeme Ronald was recorded by Tony Doogan.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Marigolden 189.

Marigolden

by Field Report
October 7, 2014
The second full-length release for the Chris Porterfield-led folk band was produced with Robbie Lackritz.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Oxymoron 190.

Oxymoron

by ScHoolboy Q
February 25, 2014
The major label debut release for the Los Angles rapper features guest appearances from 2 Chainz, BJ the Chicago Kid, Kurupt, Jay Rock, Raekwon, Suga Free, and Tyler The Creator.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.2
May 191.

May

by Broken Twin
April 29, 2014
This is the debut full-length release from Danish singer-songwriter Majke Voss Romm.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.0
Arc Iris 192.

Arc Iris

by Arc Iris
April 1, 2014
This is the debut release for the former Low Anthem member Jocie Adams.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.9
Chills on Glass 193.

Chills on Glass

by Dead Rider
March 18, 2014
The third release for the Chicago band led by Todd Rittman is its first on the Drag City label.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Atlas 194.

Atlas

by Real Estate
March 4, 2014
The third full-length release for the indie rock band was produced by Tom Schick and recorded at Wilco's studio in Chicago.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.9
The Air Between Words 195.

The Air Between Words

by Martyn
June 17, 2014
The third full-length release for the Washington, D.C.-based producer Martijn Deykers features collaborations with Kieran Hebden and Inga Copeland.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Sunbathing Animal 196.

Sunbathing Animal

by Parquet Courts
June 3, 2014
The second full-length release for the Brooklyn-based rock band led by Andrew Savage follows the title track's 7-inch single release on Record Store Day.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.3
So It Goes 197.

So It Goes

by Ratking
April 8, 2014
The debut full-length release for the New York hip-hop group that includes Wiki, Hak, and producer Sporting Life, features guest appearances from King Krule, Solomon Faye, and Wavy Spice.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.5
Terms of My Surrender 198.

Terms of My Surrender

by John Hiatt
July 15, 2014
The latest release of acoustic blues from the veteran singer-songwriter was produced by Doug Lancio.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd

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