Album Releases by User Score

Arrows & Anchors 801.

Arrows & Anchors

by Fair to Midland
July 12, 2011
The fourth album for the Texas rock band was produced by Joe Barresi.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.1
Violet Cries 802.

Violet Cries

by Esben and the Witch
February 8, 2011
The Brighton trio's gloom-and-doom melodies are a mix of post-rock and experimental gothic blues, menacing interludes, and dark, hypnotic vocals.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
6.1
Black Rainbows 803.

Black Rainbows

by Brett Anderson
October 4, 2011
The fourth solo album for the former frontman of Suede was coproduced with Leo Abrahams.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Minnesota 804.

Minnesota

by Mason Jennings
September 13, 2011
The latest album for the Hawaii-born singer-songwriter was self-produced.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Portamento 805.

Portamento

by The Drums
September 13, 2011
The Brooklyn indie poppers releases its sophomore album.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.0
Starting from Nowhere 806.

Starting from Nowhere

by Heidecker & Wood
March 15, 2011
This is the debut release for Tim Heidecker and Davin Wood, who work together on the TV show Tim and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job!
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Conditions of My Parole 807.

Conditions of My Parole

by Puscifer
October 18, 2011
The second studio album for the Maynard James Keenan project was recorded in Arizona.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.0
In the Cool of the Day 808.

In the Cool of the Day

by Daniel Martin Moore
January 18, 2011
Daniel Martin Moore's latest solo album includes a selection of songs influenced by classic gospel.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Yucca 809.

Yucca

by Milk Maid
July 19, 2011
Black Alp's bassist Martin Cohen delivers his solo debut of pop music.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Banjo or Freakout 810.

Banjo or Freakout

by Banjo or Freakout
February 22, 2011
The London-based producer, Alessio Natalizia’s project is dreamy and symphonic, with trip hop style drum beats and chill-out grooves.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.3
Life Coach 811.

Life Coach

by Phil Manley
January 25, 2011
Trans Am's Phil Manley releases his first solo album.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Give the Drummer Some 812.

Give the Drummer Some

by Travis Barker
March 15, 2011
The Blink-182 drummer releases his debut solo album, featuring collaborations with RZA, Lupe Fiasco, Lil Wayne and others.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
6.3
Fluorescence 813.

Fluorescence

by Asobi Seksu
February 15, 2011
This is the fourth full-length studio album for the indie quartet.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.0
Talk That Talk 814.

Talk That Talk

by Rihanna
November 21, 2011
The Barbados-born singer's sixth studio album features guest appearances by Calvin Harris and Jay-Z.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.1
In Animal Tongue 815.

In Animal Tongue

by Evangelista
September 20, 2011
This is the third album for the Carla Bozulich-led project under the name Evangelista.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Gardens & Villa 816.

Gardens & Villa

by Gardens & Villa
July 4, 2011
The debut album for the Santa Barbara-based indie pop band was produced by Richard Swift.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Funny Looking Angels 817.

Funny Looking Angels

by Smith & Burrows
December 6, 2011
The Editors lead singer Tom Smith and former Razorlight drummer Andy Burrows team up to release an album of classic and original Christmas songs.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Here We Go Again: Celebrating the Genius of Ray Charles 818.

Here We Go Again: Celebrating the Genius of Ray Charles

by Norah Jones
March 29, 2011
Willie Nelson and Wynton Marsalis return to work together on this Ray Charles tribute with Norah Jones recorded in February 2009 at the Rose Theater.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
7.5
I'm with You 819.

I'm with You

by Red Hot Chili Peppers
August 30, 2011
The California rock band releases their 10th album produced by Rick Rubin and the first since 2006 and with new guitarist Josh Klinghoffer, who replaced John Frusciante.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
7.2
There Is a Way 820.

There Is a Way

by Dananananaykroyd
June 13, 2011
The second album for the Scottish rock band was produced by Ross Robinson.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Evanescence 821.

Evanescence

by Evanescence
October 11, 2011
Nick Raskulinecz produced the third album for the rock band that sees only singer Amy Lee as the remaining original member.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.2
A  Very She & Him Christmas 822.

A Very She & Him Christmas

by She & Him
October 25, 2011
Zooey Deschanel and M. Ward reunite for a Christmas album of classic chestnuts and a few new holiday songs.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
6.6
Immersion 823.

Immersion

by Pendulum
January 25, 2011
The third album for the Australian features guest vocals by The Prodigy's Liam Howlett, Porcupine Tree's Steve Wilson, and the band In Flames.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.8
Money and Celebrity 824.

Money and Celebrity

by The Subways
September 19, 2011
The third album for the British rock band was produced by Stephen Street.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Maybach Music Group Presents: Self Made, Vol. 1 825.

Maybach Music Group Presents: Self Made, Vol. 1

by Maybach Music
May 23, 2011
The debut release from Rick Ross' new label features Meek Mill, Pill, Teedra Moses, and Wale.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.1
The Unforgiving 826.

The Unforgiving

by Within Temptation
March 29, 2011
The fifth album for the Dutch metal band was released in conjunction with a comic book and short films that illustrate the story within the concept album.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.7
Work (Work, Work) 827.

Work (Work, Work)

by HTRK
September 6, 2011
The London-based duo completed its second album after the death of its bassist.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
Red River Blue 828.

Red River Blue

by Blake Shelton
July 12, 2011
The country crooner, and judge/coach on NBC's The Voice, releases his latest album.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
3.9
Radioactive 829.

Radioactive

by Yelawolf
November 21, 2011
Yelawolf's debut album on Eminem's record label features Kid Rock, Gangsta Boo, and Lil John.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
6.3
The  Head and the Heart 830.

The Head and the Heart

by The Head and the Heart
April 16, 2011
The debut album for the Seattle folk rock band was self-released in June 2010 before Sub Pop rereleased a remastered version in 2011.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
8.7
Vices & Virtues 831.

Vices & Virtues

by Panic! At the Disco
March 22, 2011
After the loss of two members, the Las Vegas-based rock duo returns with its third studio album of rough-edged emo pop.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
8.1
Stronger 832.

Stronger

by Kelly Clarkson
October 24, 2011
The first American Idol winner returns with her fifth album.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
6.1
Crazy Clown Time 833.

Crazy Clown Time

by David Lynch
November 8, 2011
Film director David Lynch releases a solo album of electro-pop featuring Karen O of the Yeah Yeah Yeahs as a guest singer on one track.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.9
Earth Sound System 834.

Earth Sound System

by Jackie-O Motherfucker
July 5, 2011
The Portland art rockers release their latest album of improvisational, experimental space-y jams.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
Ersatz G.B. 835.

Ersatz G.B.

by The Fall
November 22, 2011
This is the latest album for the British post-punk band led by Mark E. Smith.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.7
Glowing Mouth 836.

Glowing Mouth

by Milagres
September 13, 2011
This is the debut full-length album for the Brooklyn-based band led by Kyle Wilson.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
There Are Rules 837.

There Are Rules

by The Get Up Kids
January 25, 2011
The Missouri band that helped put emo on the map in the mid-'90s is back with its fifth studio album of its distinctive, emotionally driven rock sound.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
8.1
The Less You Know, The Better 838.

The Less You Know, The Better

by DJ Shadow
October 4, 2011
The fourth studio album for the hip hop producer/electronic artist features guest appearances by Afrikan Boy, Posdnuos, Talib Kweli, Tom Vek, and Yukimi Nagano of Little Dragons.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.5
Devil's Music 839.

Devil's Music

by Teddybears
July 5, 2011
The Swedish band releases its sixth album of electro-punk, featuring such guest artists as Cee Lo and the B-52s.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.8
Beautiful Imperfection 840.

Beautiful Imperfection

by Asa
September 6, 2011
The soulful singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist releases her sophomore album.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.8
Killer Sounds 841.

Killer Sounds

by Hard-Fi
August 22, 2011
The third studio album for the British indie rock band was coproduced by lead singer Richard Archer with Grey Kurstin, Alan Moulder, and Stuart Price.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.8
Honkey Kong 842.

Honkey Kong

by Boots Electric
September 20, 2011
Jesse Hughes from Eagles of Death Metal releases his debut solo album.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
Live at the Aragon 843.

Live at the Aragon

by Mastodon
March 15, 2011
The Atlanta-based metal band releases its first live album, which was recorded at Chicago's Aragon Ballroom October 17, 2009.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
8.1
Tomorrow's World 844.

Tomorrow's World

by Erasure
October 11, 2011
Frankmusik produced the first studio album for the synth-pop duo in over four years.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
5.8
In Your Dreams 845.

In Your Dreams

by Stevie Nicks
May 3, 2011
The legendary singer, and bewitching front-woman for Fleetwood Mac, collaborates with Eurythmic’s Dave Stewart and Glen Ballard for her first solo album release in over a decade.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
8.6
Go With Me 846.

Go With Me

by Seapony
May 31, 2011
The debut album for the Seattle indie rock trio was recorded at their home.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
Oh Land 847.

Oh Land

by Oh Land
March 15, 2011
This is the Danish singer-songwriter's second full-length album.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.2
XI Versions of Black Noise 848.

XI Versions of Black Noise

by Pantha du Prince
April 19, 2011
The remix album of the electronic artist's 2009 album features production by such artists as Animal Collective, Four Tet, and Moritz Von Oswald.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
Emperor's Nightingale 849.

Emperor's Nightingale

by Stereo MC's
August 29, 2011
The British duo's seventh album continues its move toward electronic and rock music.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
The R.E.D. Album 850.

The R.E.D. Album

by Game
August 23, 2011
The long delayed 21-track album for the Los Angeles rapper features guest turns from Dr. Dre, Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg, Lil Wayne, Sly, Drake, Rick Ross, Beanie Sigel, Young Jeezy, Big Boi, E-40, Lloyd, Mario, Wale. Chris Brown, Nelly Furtado, and Tyler, the Creator.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
7.2
Moonfire 851.

Moonfire

by Boy & Bear
August 16, 2011
The debut full-length release for the indie band from Australia was recorded in Nashville with producer Joe Chiccarelli.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
8.5
Heaven and Earth 852.

Heaven and Earth

by John Martyn
May 3, 2011
The last album for the British singer-songwriter who passed away in 2009 includes one song written by Phil Collins.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
The Goldberg Sisters 853.

The Goldberg Sisters

by The Goldberg Sisters
April 12, 2011
The latest project for actor Adam Goldberg is the first under this name. He previously released an album under the LANDy name.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
The  Impossible Song & Other Songs 854.

The Impossible Song & Other Songs

by Roddy Woomble
March 21, 2011
The second solo album for the lead singer of the band Idlewild sees his music move a bit further away from the traditional Scottish folk music of his past two releases.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
Burn Your Town 855.

Burn Your Town

by The Chapman Family
March 7, 2011
This is the debut album for the English rock quartet who share the same last name.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
Boys and Diamonds 856.

Boys and Diamonds

by Rainbow Arabia
March 1, 2011
The husband-and-wife duo releases its debut full-length album of African and Middle Eastern-influenced music.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
Break the Spell 857.

Break the Spell

by Daughtry
November 21, 2011
Howard Benson returns to produce the third full-length album for the band led by former American Idol contestant, Chris Daughtry.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
3.8
Destroyed 858.

Destroyed

by Moby
May 17, 2011
Described by Moby himself as a "soundtrack for empty cities at 2 a.m.," the electronic artist's 10th album was recorded while on tour.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
7.3
OX 2010: A Street Odyssey 859.

OX 2010: A Street Odyssey

by Vast Aire
May 31, 2011
Cannibal Ox's Vast Aire releases his latest solo album.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
We The Best Forever 860.

We The Best Forever

by DJ Khaled
July 19, 2011
The LA-based band releases its sophomore full-length of noise-driven, psychedelic rock.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
4.9
Ruins 861.

Ruins

by Talkdemonic
October 4, 2011
The fourth album for the Portland duo of Lisa Molinaro and Kevin O'Connor is the first on Isaac Brock of Modest Mouse fame's label.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
Legendary Weapons 862.

Legendary Weapons

by Wu-Tang Clan
July 26, 2011
The follow-up to 2009's Chamber Music, the album is a compilation of Wu-Tang and affiliates, minus GZA.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
7.6
World Wide Rebel Songs 863.

World Wide Rebel Songs

by The Nightwatchman
August 29, 2011
Tom Morello's latest release as his folk alter ego is his third solo album, accompanied by a fully electrified band called The Freedom Fighters Orchestra.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
Birdy 864.

Birdy

by Birdy
November 15, 2011
The self-titled debut for Jasmine van den Bogaerde features covers of songs by such artists as The National, Francis & the Lights, Bon Iver, the xx, Naked & Famous, Fleet Foxes, Postal Service, and James Taylor.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
8.7
Let Them Talk 865.

Let Them Talk

by Hugh Laurie
September 6, 2011
The actor best known for his roles on the TV shows House and Jeeves and Wooster releases his debut album of blues music produced by Joe Henry.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
8.5
Timez Are Weird These Days 866.

Timez Are Weird These Days

by Theophilus London
July 19, 2011
The Brooklyn-based rapper makes his major-label debut, with producers Dave Sitek and John Hill.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
8.4
Moment Bends 867.

Moment Bends

by Architecture in Helsinki
May 3, 2011
The Australian avante-garde group release a fourth album of inventive and diverse dance-punk merged with an indie-pop sound.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
7.6
Tim Robbins and the Rogues Gallery Band 868.

Tim Robbins and the Rogues Gallery Band

by Tim Robbins & the Rogues Gallery Band
July 19, 2011
The Oscar-winning actor and his backing band release an album of folk rock tunes.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
Seven Rainbows 869.

Seven Rainbows

by Alice Gold
July 12, 2011
The debut album for the British pop singer was produced by Dan Carey.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
Everything Is Boring & Everyone Is a F--king Liar 870.

Everything Is Boring & Everyone Is a F--king Liar

by Spank Rock
September 27, 2011
Naeem Juwan returns as Spank Rock, and his second album features such guests as Santigold, Big Freedia, and Pharrell Williams.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
Daybreak 871.

Daybreak

by Saves the Day
September 13, 2011
The emo rock band from New Jersey releases its seventh studio album, the first without guitarist David Soloway.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
Thecontrollersphere 872.

Thecontrollersphere

by Of Montreal
April 26, 2011
The Georgia quintet releases a five-song EP of indie-folk, recorded during the False Priest album sessions.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
7.3
Paley & Francis 873.

Paley & Francis

by Paley and Francis
October 11, 2011
Black Francis and Reid Perry worked together on an album produced by Jon Tiven.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
Own the Night 874.

Own the Night

by Lady Antebellum
September 13, 2011
The Nashville country music trio releases their third studio album.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
7.7
Start and Complete 875.

Start and Complete

by About Group
April 26, 2011
Alexis Taylor of Hot Chip fame leads this group of innovative, improvisational electro-pop on their second release.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
Paul McCartney: Ocean's Kingdom 876.

Paul McCartney: Ocean's Kingdom

by London Classical Orchestra
October 4, 2011
The Beatle was commissioned by the New York City Ballet to compose the score for the romance between a water princess and a land-based prince.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
7.3
Ritual 877.

Ritual

by White Lies
January 18, 2011
Alan Moulder produces the British alternative rock trio's second album.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
7.0
Tha Carter IV 878.

Tha Carter IV

by Lil Wayne
August 29, 2011
The ninth studio album from the rapper features special guests such as Drake, T-Pain, and Rick Ross.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
5.0
Rolling Papers 879.

Rolling Papers

by Wiz Khalifa
March 29, 2011
The debut from the Pittsburgh rapper features the biggest-selling hip-hop single of 2010, Black and Yellow--a track that became the unofficial anthem for the Steelers in Super Bowl XLV.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
5.9
Dead Son Rising 880.

Dead Son Rising

by Gary Numan
December 6, 2011
The album of songs that grew from unused demos from his previous works was produced by Ade Fenton.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
7.6
Silesia 881.

Silesia

by Jeniferever
April 12, 2011
The Swedish post-rock band blends ambient melodies with orchestral-like arrangements on its third release.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
tbd
200 Years 882.

200 Years

by 200 Years
November 8, 2011
This debut album is the collaboration between Ben Chasny of Six Organs of Admittance and Elisa Ambrogio of Magik Markers.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
tbd
LP1 883.

LP1

by Joss Stone
July 26, 2011
The UK singer-songwriter releases her fifth studio album of soulful songs, produced by Dave Stewart.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
6.5
All At Once 884.

All At Once

by The Airborne Toxic Event
April 26, 2011
The Los Angeles quintet release their second album of indie folk rock.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
7.3
Earth Grid 885.

Earth Grid

by Zomes
April 12, 2011
The second solo album for Asa Osborne, the Lungfish guitarist, was recorded in his house on cassette tape.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
tbd
This Modern Glitch 886.

This Modern Glitch

by The Wombats
April 26, 2011
This is the Liverpool trio's second album of eccentric indie rock.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
7.9
Bread & Circuses 887.

Bread & Circuses

by The View
March 14, 2011
The latest album for the indie rock band was produced by Youth.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
7.5
Unbroken 888.

Unbroken

by Demi Lovato
September 20, 2011
Some of the third studio album for the former star of Sonny With A Chance and the Camp Rock movies was recorded after she sought treatment for self-harm and bulimia.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
7.4
La Liberacion 889.

La Liberacion

by CSS
August 23, 2011
The Brazilian band releases their third album of party pop and electronic rock.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
7.0
Again and Again 890.

Again and Again

by Brilliant Colors
July 19, 2011
The indie pop band from San Francisco releases another album of catchy, lo-fi tunes.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
tbd
Overlook 891.

Overlook

by Maria Taylor
August 16, 2011
The Azure Ray singer self-produced her fourth solo album.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
tbd
Hope St. 892.

Hope St.

by Kassidy
March 21, 2011
The debut album for the Scottish alternative folk band was produced by Thomas McNeice (they originally worked with Jim Abbiss).
Metascore:
58
User Score:
tbd
Blue Slide Park 893.

Blue Slide Park

by Mac Miller
November 8, 2011
The debut full-length album for the Pittsburgh rapper follows the release of his 2010 mixtap K.I.D.S.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
5.8
Euphoric Heartbreak 894.

Euphoric Heartbreak

by Glasvegas
April 4, 2011
The second album from the alternative rock band from Glasgow was produced by Flood.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
8.2
The Vision 895.

The Vision

by Joker
November 8, 2011
The British dubstep and grime producer Liam McLean releases his full-length debut on the 4AD label.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
tbd
Goodbye Lullaby 896.

Goodbye Lullaby

by Avril Lavigne
March 8, 2011
A divorce and two-year break left Lavigne with plenty to ponder, and her newest album is one of her most personal and introspective albums to date.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
8.1

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