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	73 301. An Invitation by Inara George With Van Dyke Parks August 12, 2008 Inara George Works pairs up with the famous arranger Van Dyke Parkson on her latest album inspired by Frank Sinatra and Richard Sherman. Metascore: 73 User Score: 8.5
	73 302. Exposion by White Denim October 19, 2008 The indie rock band's first full-length releases in the US was originally self-released at its concert tour. Metascore: 73 User Score: 8.2
	73 303. Crystal Castles by Crystal Castles March 18, 2008 The debut full-length album for the Toronto duo of Ethan Kath and Alice Grass. Metascore: 73 User Score: 8.5
	73 304. Keep Your Eyes Ahead by The Helio Sequence January 29, 2008 The Portland, Oregon-based duo releases its fourth album. Metascore: 73 User Score: 7.7
	73 305. Gossip In The Grain by Ray LaMontagne October 14, 2008 The third album for the singer/songwriter was produced by Ethan Johns and recorded in England. Metascore: 73 User Score: 7.2

	73 306. Narrow Stairs by Death Cab for Cutie May 13, 2008 The indie rockers' follow-up to their platinum album "Plans" features an eight-and-a-half-minute-long song. Metascore: 73 User Score: 7.8
	73 307. Velocifero by Ladytron June 3, 2008 The British quartert's fourth album features two songs sung in Bulgarian. Metascore: 73 User Score: 8.0
	73 308. There Were Wolves by The Accidental June 3, 2008 The debut album for the quartet includes Sam Genders of Tunng, Stephen Cracknell of The Memory Band, Hanna Caughlin of The Bicycle Thieves, and Liam Bailey. Metascore: 73 User Score: tbd
	73 309. Call Me Crazy by Lee Ann Womack October 21, 2008 The sixth album for the Texas-born country singer was produced by Tony Brown. Metascore: 73 User Score: 8.1
	73 310. Hey Ma by James September 16, 2008 The first album in nearly 10 years for the British rock band was recorded in France. Metascore: 73 User Score: 7.4

	72 311. The Point Of It All by Anthony Hamilton December 16, 2008 The latest album for the producer/singer from North Carolina features David Banner on the single 'Cool.' Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.2
	72 312. Around The Bend by Randy Travis July 15, 2008 The country singer returns with his latest album produced by Kyle Lehning. Metascore: 72 User Score: tbd
	72 313. Dreaming Of Revenge by Kaki King March 11, 2008 The fourth album for the Atlanta, Georgia singer and guitarist was produced by Malcolm Burn. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.5
	72 314. Cardinology by Ryan Adams October 28, 2008 Ryan Adams returns with his band The Cardinals to release its latest album produced by Tom Schick. Metascore: 72 User Score: 7.9
	72 315. The Recession by Young Jeezy September 2, 2008 The latest album for the Atlanta-born rapper includes guest appearances by Nas and Kanye West. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.7

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Highest of the Month

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Funeral for Justice - Mdou Moctar
- Release Date: May 3, 2024
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Here in the Pitch - Jessica Pratt
- Release Date: May 3, 2024
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Look to the East, Look to the West - Camera Obscura
- Release Date: May 3, 2024
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Fearless Movement - Kamasi Washington
- Release Date: May 3, 2024
81
A Dream Is All We Know - The Lemon Twigs
- Release Date: May 3, 2024

Lowest of the Month

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Radical Optimism - Dua Lipa
- Release Date: May 3, 2024
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A Dream Is All We Know - The Lemon Twigs
- Release Date: May 3, 2024
82
Fearless Movement - Kamasi Washington
- Release Date: May 3, 2024
84
Look to the East, Look to the West - Camera Obscura
- Release Date: May 3, 2024
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Here in the Pitch - Jessica Pratt
- Release Date: May 3, 2024

	72 316. Chemical Chords by Stereolab August 19, 2008 Tim Gane and company release their latest album, mixed by Joe Watson. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.4
	72 317. Viva La Vida by Coldplay June 17, 2008 The fourth album for the English band was produced by Brian Eno and Markus Dravs. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.4
	72 318. Freedom Wind by The Explorers Club May 20, 2008 The six-piece band from South Carolina releases its debut album on the Dead Oceans label. Metascore: 72 User Score: 7.8
	72 319. Cream Cuts by Tussle August 26, 2008 Thom Monahan produced the latest album from the San Francisco-based quartet. Metascore: 72 User Score: 7.8
	72 320. This Is Alphabeat by Alphabeat June 2, 2008 The Danish six-piece pop group releases its debut album. Metascore: 72 User Score: 7.6
	72 321. Fate by Dr. Dog July 22, 2008 This is the fifth album for the indie-rock band from Philadelphia. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.5
	72 322. How To Walk Away by Juliana Hatfield August 19, 2008 The 10th solo album for the artist was produced by Andy Chase and features Richard Butler, Matthew Caws, Jody Porter, and Tracy Bonham as guests. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.3
	72 323. Girls And Weather by The Rumble Strips August 5, 2008 The debut album for the English quartet was produced by Tony Hoffer. Metascore: 72 User Score: tbd
	72 324. Elephants...Teeth Sinking Into Heart by Rachael Yamagata October 7, 2008 The 2-CD set for the singer/songwriter was produced by Mike Mogis and John Alagia. Metascore: 72 User Score: 7.1
	72 325. The Stoop by Little Jackie July 8, 2008 The Brooklyn duo of Imani Coppola and Adam Pallin release their debut album. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.5
	72 326. Great Vengeance And Furious Fire by The Heavy March 25, 2008 The English quintet's debut album features samples of the voices of Harvey Keitel and Al Pacino. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.0
	72 327. WLIB AM: King Of The Wigflip by Madlib September 30, 2008 The latest album for the California hiphop artist includes guest appearances from Talib Kweli, Murs, Oh No, Guilty Simpson, and Defari. Metascore: 72 User Score: 7.7
	72 328. Jim by Jamie Lidell April 29, 2008 This is the third studio album for the English artist now based in Germany. Metascore: 72 User Score: 7.9
	72 329. Swimming by French Kicks May 20, 2008 The quartet from New York mixed and produced its own sophomore album. Metascore: 72 User Score: 6.8
	72 330. Jukebox by Cat Power January 22, 2008 Chan Marshall releases her second covers album. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.0
	72 331. Shine A Light by The Rolling Stones April 1, 2008 The live soundtrack to Martin Scorsese's documentary of the Rolling Stones' concerts at New York's Beacon Theater. Metascore: 72 User Score: 6.9
	72 332. Lust Lust Lust by The Raveonettes February 19, 2008 The Danish duo's latest album features a 3D cover. Metascore: 72 User Score: 7.3
	72 333. Sol-Angel And The Hadley St. Dreams by Solange August 26, 2008 The sophomore album for the younger sister of Beyonce Knowles. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.5
	72 334. A Thousand Shark's Teeth by My Brightest Diamond June 17, 2008 The sophomore album for New York-based singer, Shara Worden. Metascore: 72 User Score: 7.6
	72 335. Women by Women October 7, 2008 The debut album for the Canadian quartet was produced by Chad VanGaalen. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.3
	72 336. London Undersound by Nitin Sawhney October 6, 2008 The first album on the Cooking Vinyl label, Nitin's latest album features Sir Paul McCartney on one track. Metascore: 72 User Score: tbd
	72 337. Something Else by Robin Thicke September 30, 2008 The third album for the R&B artist was produced with The Neptunes and Pro Jay. Metascore: 72 User Score: 6.3
	72 338. Flock by Bell X1 February 19, 2008 The third album from the Irish band, which previously included Damien Rice. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.1
	72 339. Little Honey by Lucinda Williams October 14, 2008 The latest album for the folk singer features a duet with Elvis Costello. Metascore: 72 User Score: 7.5
	71 340. The Living And The Dead by Jolie Holland October 7, 2008 The Texan singer's fourth album features M Ward and Marc Ribot as guest musicians. Metascore: 71 User Score: tbd
	71 341. Untitled by Nas July 15, 2008 After many delays and controversy over the title, Nas' latest album is finally released with no title. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.1
	71 342. Skeletal Lamping by Of Montreal October 21, 2008 The Kevin Barnes-led sextet releases its follow-up to 2007's Hissing Fauna, Are You the Destroyer? Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.6
	71 343. Nude With Boots by The Melvins July 8, 2008 The latest album for the metal band from Washington includes members from Big Business who joined the band on their last album. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.0
	71 344. Remind Me In 3 Days by The Knux October 28, 2008 The debut album for the brothers from New Orleans. Metascore: 71 User Score: tbd
	71 345. New York City by Brazilian Girls August 5, 2008 The trio from New York City (who have only one female member, and none of them are from Brazil) releases its third album. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.3
	71 346. Here Is What Is by Daniel Lanois March 18, 2008 The fifth studio album for the Canadian singer and producer is also the soundtrack to the documentary of the same name. Metascore: 71 User Score: 6.6
	71 347. VYP: Voice of the Young People by Lil' Mama April 29, 2008 The debut album includes Hot 100 single "Lip Gloss" released last year, as well as the Avril Lavigne remix of "Girlfriend." Metascore: 71 User Score: 6.0
	71 348. Boo! Human by Joan of Arc May 20, 2008 This is the latest release for the Chicago-based experimental indie rock band. Metascore: 71 User Score: tbd
	71 349. Little Joy by Little Joy November 4, 2008 The debut album for the rock band headed up by The Strokes' Fabrizio Moretti and Rodrigo Amarante. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.7
	71 350. Chunk Of Change [EP] by Passion Pit September 16, 2008 The songs on the Boston band's EP were originally written as a Valentine's Day present for lead singer Michael Angelakos' girlfriend. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.3
	71 351. The Finally LP by Mark Kozelek December 9, 2008 The collection contains various covers recorded for tribute albums, plus radio recordings and two instrumentals. Metascore: 71 User Score: tbd
	71 352. Quaristice by Autechre March 4, 2008 The English electronic duo releases its ninth album, which was also released as a download earlier this year. Metascore: 71 User Score: 7.9
	71 353. Hello, Voyager by Evangelista March 11, 2008 Carla Bozulich releases her latest album under the new band name of Evangelista. Metascore: 71 User Score: tbd
	71 354. Sunshine Lies by Matthew Sweet August 26, 2008 The 10th album for the alt-rocker features Susanna Hoffs on backing vocals on one track. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.3
	71 355. Worldwide by The Death Set April 22, 2008 The debut album for the duo from Australia was produced by band member Johnny Siera. Metascore: 71 User Score: tbd
	71 356. LP3 by Ratatat July 8, 2008 This is the third album for the Brooklyn, New York duo. Metascore: 71 User Score: 7.8
	71 357. The Fame by Lady Gaga October 28, 2008 The debut album for the songwriter includes songs written and produced by RedOne and Space Cowboy. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.4
	71 358. Mr. Love & Justice by Billy Bragg April 22, 2008 The 12th album for the musician was released both with and without his backing band, The Blokes. Metascore: 71 User Score: 7.4
	71 359. Rockferry by Duffy May 13, 2008 "Mercy," the single from Duffy's debut album, made her the first female Welsh singer to hit number one on the UK pop charts in over 20 years. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.5
	71 360. Gods Of The Earth by The Sword April 1, 2008 This is the sophomore album for the metal band from Austin, Texas. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.2
	71 361. Forth by The Verve August 26, 2008 The English rock band reunites after its 1999 split to release its fourth album. Metascore: 71 User Score: 7.9
	71 362. Alone II: The Home Recordings by Rivers Cuomo November 25, 2008 The second set of demos from the Weezer singer ranges from 1993 to 2008. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.2
	71 363. Moody Motorcycle by Human Highway August 19, 2008 The Canadian duo of Jim Guthrie and Islands singer Nick Thorburn release their debut album as Human Highway. Metascore: 71 User Score: 6.4
	71 364. Raise The Dead by Phantom Planet April 15, 2008 The fourth studio album for the Southern California band is based on Alex Greenwald's ideas about spending time with a fictional cult. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.7
	71 365. Re-Arrange Us by Mates of State May 20, 2008 The fifth album for the married duo from Kansas. Metascore: 71 User Score: 7.4
	71 366. Made of Bricks by Kate Nash January 8, 2008 After the success of the single "Foundations," her debut album was released five weeks early and opened as the number-one album in the UK. Metascore: 71 User Score: 7.1
	71 367. S-M Backwards by Serena-Maneesh September 23, 2008 The Norwegian rock band releases a collection of songs previously only available in Norway. Metascore: 71 User Score: tbd
	71 368. Another Country by Tift Merritt February 26, 2008 Merritt's third full-length studio album was produced by George Drakoulias. Metascore: 71 User Score: 7.7
	71 369. Mission Control by The Whigs January 22, 2008 This is the sophomore album for the indie rock band from Athens, Georgia. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.3
	71 370. Thr33 Ringz by T-Pain November 11, 2008 The third album for the Florida artist features guests such as Chris Brown, Akon, Ludacris, Lil Wayne, Kanye West, Mary J. Blige and T.I. Metascore: 71 User Score: 6.3
	71 371. Circular Sounds by Kelley Stoltz February 5, 2008 The San Francisco-based singer releases his latest album on the Sub Pop label. Metascore: 71 User Score: tbd
	71 372. Ego Trippin' by Snoop Dogg March 11, 2008 The ninth studio album includes guest artists such as Charlie Wilson, Too Short, Raphael Saadiq, and Pharrell. Metascore: 71 User Score: 7.4
	71 373. Dystopia by Midnight Juggernauts May 27, 2008 This is the debut album for the Australian-based electronic band. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.4
	71 374. Damn Right Rebel Proud by Hank Williams III October 21, 2008 From a family of famous country singer, the younger Hank Williams brings more rock music to his sixth album. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.3
	71 375. Rain by Joe Jackson January 29, 2008 Joe Jackson's first record in four years was recorded in Germany. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.1
	71 376. Arm's Way by Islands May 20, 2008 The sophomore album for the Montreal-based indie group is its first on the Anti- label. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.4
	71 377. Lightbulbs by Fujiya & Miyagi September 9, 2008 This is the third album from the English electronic quartet. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.1
	70 378. Ropechain by Jookabox November 4, 2008 This is the second album for the Indiana-born musician. [The album was credited under Grampall Jookabox. The band changed its name to just Jookabox in 2009.] Metascore: 70 User Score: tbd
	70 379. Red Of Tooth And Claw by Murder by Death March 4, 2008 The fourth album for the rock band was produced by Trina Shoemaker. Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.5
	70 380. Langhorne Slim by Langhorne Slim April 29, 2008 This is the sophomore album for the folk singer from Pennsylvania. Metascore: 70 User Score: tbd
	70 381. Red Yellow & Blue by Born Ruffians March 4, 2008 The third album for the indie rock band from Canada. Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.5
	70 382. Meet Glen Campbell by Glen Campbell August 19, 2008 The country singer releases a covers album featuring songs from contemporary rock groups such as U2 and Green Day as well as classic artists such as John Lennon and Velvet Underground. Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.7
	70 383. Agony & Irony by Alkaline Trio July 1, 2008 The latest album for the punk rock trio from Illinois was produced by Josh Abraham. Metascore: 70 User Score: 7.7
	70 384. Ladyhawke by Ladyhawke September 22, 2008 The debut album for the New Zealander Pip Brown. Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.5
	70 385. Canopy Glow by Anathallo November 18, 2008 The second album for the Chicago-based band is its first on the Anticon label. Metascore: 70 User Score: 7.4
	70 386. Nights Out by Metronomy September 8, 2008 The British electronic artist produced his sophomore album. Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.7
	70 387. Something For All Of Us... by Brendan Canning July 22, 2008 Broken Social Scene cofounder Brendan Canning releases his first solo album as a part of the "Broken Social Scene Presents" series. Metascore: 70 User Score: 7.9
	70 388. Backwoods Barbie by Dolly Parton February 26, 2008 Dolly Parton's first record on her own label features songs that will appear in the musical version of "9 to 5." Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.1
	70 389. Takes by Adem June 3, 2008 The third album for the London artist features covers of songs by such artists as Bjork, Aphex Twin, and PJ Harvey. Metascore: 70 User Score: tbd
	70 390. O Soundtrack My Heart by Pivot September 16, 2008 The Australian group releases its first international effort on Warp Records, which offered them a 16-album contract. Metascore: 70 User Score: 7.1
	70 391. Colin Meloy Sings Live! by Colin Meloy April 8, 2008 The Decemberists lead singer releases his live solo album featuring songs from his 2006 tour. Metascore: 70 User Score: 7.0
	70 392. O by Tilly and the Wall June 17, 2008 The third album for the indie rock band was produced by Mike Mogis. Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.3
	70 393. Alpinisms by School of Seven Bells October 28, 2008 The debut album for the band led by ex-Secret Machines member Benjamin Curtis. Metascore: 70 User Score: 7.2
	70 394. Fire On Corridor X by All The Saints May 27, 2008 The Alanta-based trio releases its debut album produced by Ben H. Allen. Metascore: 70 User Score: tbd
	70 395. Berlin: Live At St. Ann's Warehouse [Live] by Lou Reed November 4, 2008 The live album features Reed, for the first time in 30 years, singing songs from "Berlin" at St. Ann's Warehouse in Brooklyn, New York over five nights in December 2006. Metascore: 70 User Score: 7.5
	70 396. Saturdays=Youth by M83 April 15, 2008 The fifth album for the French electronic group led by Anthony Gonzalez was produced with Ken Thomas and Ewan Pearson. Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.5
	70 397. Off With Their Heads by Kaiser Chiefs October 28, 2008 The follow-up to the Leeds rock band's top selling sophomore album features Lily Allen and New Young Pony Club as guests. Metascore: 70 User Score: 4.5
	70 398. Knowle West Boy by Tricky September 9, 2008 The British rapper's eighth album was named in part after the area he grew up in. Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.0
	70 399. The Evening Descends by Evangelicals January 22, 2008 The sophomore album from the Oklahoma indie rock band. Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.7
	70 400. Play by Brad Paisley November 4, 2008 The latest album from the Grammy-winning country singer features guests such as B.B. King, Vince Gill, Buck Owens, Steve Wariner, and Keith Urban. Metascore: 70 User Score: 8.4

Album Releases by User Score

An Invitation

Exposion

Crystal Castles

Keep Your Eyes Ahead

Gossip In The Grain

Narrow Stairs

Velocifero

There Were Wolves

Call Me Crazy

Hey Ma

The Point Of It All

Around The Bend

Dreaming Of Revenge

Cardinology

The Recession

Chemical Chords

Viva La Vida

Freedom Wind

Cream Cuts

This Is Alphabeat

Fate

How To Walk Away

Girls And Weather

Elephants...Teeth Sinking Into Heart

The Stoop

Great Vengeance And Furious Fire

WLIB AM: King Of The Wigflip

Jim

Swimming

Jukebox

Shine A Light

Lust Lust Lust

Sol-Angel And The Hadley St. Dreams

A Thousand Shark's Teeth

Women

London Undersound

Something Else

Flock

Little Honey

The Living And The Dead

Untitled

Skeletal Lamping

Nude With Boots

Remind Me In 3 Days

New York City

Here Is What Is

VYP: Voice of the Young People

Boo! Human

Little Joy

Chunk Of Change [EP]

The Finally LP

Quaristice

Hello, Voyager

Sunshine Lies

Worldwide

LP3

The Fame

Mr. Love & Justice

Rockferry

Gods Of The Earth

Forth

Alone II: The Home Recordings

Moody Motorcycle

Raise The Dead

Re-Arrange Us

Made of Bricks

S-M Backwards

Another Country

Mission Control

Thr33 Ringz

Circular Sounds

Ego Trippin'

Dystopia

Damn Right Rebel Proud

Rain

Arm's Way

Lightbulbs

Ropechain

Red Of Tooth And Claw