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Motomami
94
1.

Motomami
by Rosalía
March 18, 2022
The third full-length release for Spanish singer-songwriter Rosalía features guest appearances from Tokischa and The Weeknd.
Metascore:
94
User Score:
8.6
Supernova
92
2.

Supernova
by Nova Twins
June 17, 2022
The second full-length release for British rock duo Nova Twins was produced with Jim Abbiss.
Metascore:
92
User Score:
6.7
Ants From Up There
92
3.

Ants From Up There
by Black Country, New Road
February 4, 2022
The second full-length release for the British post-rock band Black Country, New Road is its last with frontman and co-founder Isaac Wood, who announced he was leaving the band in January 2022.
Metascore:
92
User Score:
8.7
Renaissance
91
4.

Renaissance
by Beyoncé
July 29, 2022
The first new studio album for Beyoncé since 2016's Lemonade features contributions from 070 Shake, A.G. Cook, Mike Dean, Drake, Jay-Z, Labrinth, Skrillex, Tems, The-Dream, and The Neptunes.
Metascore:
91
User Score:
8.7
S.O.S.
90
5.

S.O.S.
by SZA
December 9, 2022
The second full-length studio release for R&B artist SZA features guest appearances from Phoebe Bridgers, Ol' Dirty Bastard, Travis Scott, and Don Toliver.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
8.4
I Love You Jennifer B
89
6.

I Love You Jennifer B
by Jockstrap
September 9, 2022
The debut full-length release for London-based duo Jockstrap was created over three years.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
7.9
Florist
89
7.

Florist
by Florist
July 29, 2022
The fourth full-length release for indie folk band Florist was created while staying in a rented Hudson Valley house in June 2019.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.4
Heart Under
89
8.

Heart Under
by Just Mustard
May 27, 2022
The second full-length release for the Irish rock quintet Just Mustard was self-produced and mixed by Audiobooks' David Wrench.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
7.8
Natural Brown Prom Queen
89
9.

Natural Brown Prom Queen
by Sudan Archives
September 9, 2022
Race, womanhood and relationships are some of themes on the second full-length release for Los Angeles-based violinist/singer Sudan Archives.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.0
Feeding the Machine
89
10.

Feeding the Machine
by Binker & Moses
February 25, 2022
The latest full-length release for British free jazz duo Binker & Moses was recorded by producer Hugh Padgham.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
7.8
Riderless Horse
89
11.

Riderless Horse
by Nina Nastasia
July 22, 2022
Produced with Steve Albini and Greg Norman, the seventh full-length release for singer-songwriter Nina Nastasia was influenced by her dysfunctional relationship with manager/partner Kennan Gudjonsson and his suicide in 2020.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
7.2
Big Time
88
12.

Big Time
by Angel Olsen
June 3, 2022
The sixth full-length solo studio release for indie rock singer-songwriter Angel Olsen was co-produced with Jonathan Wilson.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
7.8
Dawn FM
88
13.

Dawn FM
by The Weeknd
January 7, 2022
The sixth full-length studio release for The Weeknd features guest appearances from Jim Carrey, Lil Wayne, and Tyler, the Creator as well as contributions from Oscar Holter, Quincy Jones, Max Martin, and Oneohtrix Point Never.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.9
Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe in You
88
14.

Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe in You
by Big Thief
February 11, 2022
The fifth full-length release for Brooklyn indie rock band Big Thief was recorded it was recorded in California, Colorado, upstate New York, and Tucson.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.7
King's Disease III
88
15.

King's Disease III
by Nas
November 11, 2022
The third King's Disease album from rapper Nas was produced by Hit-Boy.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.6
Colder Streams
88
16.

Colder Streams
by The Sadies
July 22, 2022
The 11th full-length studio release for Canadian alt-country band The Sadies was produced by Arcade Fire's Richard Reed Parry and was the final album with guitarist Dallas Good, who passed away in February 2022.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.0
YTILAER
87
17.

YTILAER
by Bill Callahan
October 14, 2022
The latest full-length solo release for singer-songwriter Bill Callahan includes contributions from Emmett Kelly, Matt Kinsey, Sarah Ann Phillips, and Jim White.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
7.3
In These Times
87
18.

In These Times
by Makaya McCraven
September 23, 2022
The latest full-length release for Chicago-based jazz composer/producer Makaya McCraven features contributions from Marquis Hill, Jeff Parker, Junius Paul, Joel Ross, and Brandee Younger.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.0
For You Who Are the Wronged
87
19.

For You Who Are the Wronged
by Kathryn Joseph
April 22, 2022
The third full-length solo release for Scottish singer-songwriter Kathryn Joseph was co-produced with Lomond Campbell.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.2
And in the Darkness, Hearts Aglow
87
20.

And in the Darkness, Hearts Aglow
by Weyes Blood
November 18, 2022
The latest full-length release for Weyes Blood is the second album of a planned trilogy of albums that began with 2019's Titanic Rising.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.8
Electricity
87
21.

Electricity
by Ibibio Sound Machine
March 25, 2022
The fourth full-length release for Nigerian Afro-funk electronic band Ibibio Sound Machine was produced by Hot Chip.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.3
Wet Leg
87
22.

Wet Leg
by Wet Leg
April 8, 2022
The debut full-length release for the Isle Of Wight indie rock duo Wet Leg was produced and recorded by Dan Carey except for two tracks produced by Jon McMullen ("Chaise Longue") and Josh Mobaraki ("Angelica").
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.2
This Is a Photograph
87
23.

This Is a Photograph
by Kevin Morby
May 13, 2022
The seventh full-length solo release for singer-songwriter Kevin Morby was produced by Sam Cohen and was inspired in part by old family photographs he looked at after his father had a heath scare.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.4
Hugo
87
24.

Hugo
by Loyle Carner
October 21, 2022
The third full-length release for British rapper Loyle Carner features guest appearances from John Agard, Athian Akec, Olivia Dean, Wesley Joseph, and JNR Williams.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.7
LIFE ON EARTH
87
25.

LIFE ON EARTH
by Hurray for the Riff Raff
February 18, 2022
The latest full-length release for Alynda Segarra's project Hurray For The Riff Raff was produced by Brad Cook.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.6
NO THANK YOU
86
26.

NO THANK YOU
by Little Simz
December 12, 2022
The surprise release from British rapper Little Simz was produced by Inflo.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.6
Live at the El Mocambo
86
27.

Live at the El Mocambo
by The Rolling Stones
May 13, 2022
The two-disc release from The Rolling Stones features the official recording of two secret 1977 shows at Toronto's 300-capacity The El Mocambo club, including the full set from the second show.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.4
God Save the Animals
86
28.

God Save the Animals
by (Sandy) Alex G
September 23, 2022
After several years of going by the name (Sandy) Alex G, the Philadelphia-based artist returns to his original stage name Alex G for his ninth full-length studio release.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.3
Diaspora Problems
86
29.

Diaspora Problems
by Soul Glo
March 25, 2022
The fourth full-length release for Philadelphia hardcore band Soul Glo features guest appearances BEARCAT, McKinley Dixon, Kathryn Edwards, Lojii, Mother Maryrose and Zula Wildheart.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.1
A Light for Attracting Attention
86
30.

A Light for Attracting Attention
by The Smile
May 13, 2022
The debut full-length release for Thom Yorke, Jonny Greenwood and Tom Skinner as The Smile was produced by Nigel Godrich.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.6
Blue Rev
86
31.

Blue Rev
by Alvvays
October 7, 2022
Produced by Shawn Everett, the third full-length release for Canadian indie pop band Alvvays was delayed by a number of issues including the theft of demos, a flood, COVID-19 lockdowns, and finding new band members.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.7
Sick!
85
32.

Sick!
by Earl Sweatshirt
January 14, 2022
The fourth full-length studio release for rapper Earl Sweatshirt features guest appearances from Armand Hammer and Zelooperz.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
7.4
Lucifer on the Sofa
85
33.

Lucifer on the Sofa
by Spoon
February 11, 2022
The 10th full-length studio release for the Austin indie rock band Spoon was produced with Mark Rankin.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.5
Weather Alive
85
34.

Weather Alive
by Beth Orton
September 23, 2022
The first full-length release in six years for singer-songwriter Beth Orton was self-produced.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
7.7
Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers
85
35.

Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers
by Kendrick Lamar
May 13, 2022
The fifth full-length studio release for rapper Kendrick Lamar features guest appearances from Baby Keem, Blxst, Sam Dew, Ghostface Killah, Beth Gibbons of Portishead, Kodak Black, Tanna Leone, Taylour Paige, Amanda Reifer, Sampha, and Summer Walker.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.8
The Overload
85
36.

The Overload
by Yard Act
January 21, 2022
The debut full-length release for the British band Yard Act was recorded with Ali Chant.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
7.8
Un Verano Sin Ti
85
37.

Un Verano Sin Ti
by Bad Bunny
May 6, 2022
The surprise release from Latin artist Bad Bunny (who will also star in a Spiderman spin-off film in 2024) features guest appearances from Rauw Alejandro, Buscabulla, Chencho Corleone, Jhay Cortez, Tony Dize, Bomba Estéreo, and The Marías.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
6.7
Midnights
85
38.

Midnights
by Taylor Swift
October 21, 2022
The 10th full-length studio release for singer-songwriter Tayor Swift features a guest appearance from Lana Del Rey and was produced with Jack Antonoff.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.3
Pompeii
85
39.

Pompeii
by Cate Le Bon
February 4, 2022
The sixth full-length release for Welsh singer-songwriter Cate Le Bon was co-produced with Samur Khouja.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.4
Heartmind
85
40.

Heartmind
by Cass McCombs
August 19, 2022
The 10th full-length release for singer-songwriter Cass McCombs features contributions from such artists as Charlie Burnham, the Chapin Sisters, Danielle Haim, Shahzad Ismaily, Wynonna Judd, Kassa Overall, Ariel Rechtshaid, and Buddy Ross.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
5.0
Ultra Truth
85
41.

Ultra Truth
by Daniel Avery
November 4, 2022
The latest full-length release for British electronic producer Daniel Avery features guest appearances from HAAi, Jonnine, James Massiah, Kelly Lee Owens, AK Paul, and Sherelle.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
7.2
Autofiction
85
42.

Autofiction
by Suede
September 16, 2022
The ninth full-length studio release for Britpop/alternative rock band Suede (aka The London Suede in the US) is said to be their "punk record."
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.1
Melt My Eyez See Your Future
85
43.

Melt My Eyez See Your Future
by Denzel Curry
March 25, 2022
The latest full-length release for Florida rapper Denzel Curry features guest appearances from 454, 6LACK, Robert Glasper, Jasiah, JID, Buzzy Lee, Rico Nasty, Bridget Perez, Powers Pleasant, Karriem Riggins, slowthai, T-Pain, and Saul Williams.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.6
If My Wife New I'd Be Dead
85
44.

If My Wife New I'd Be Dead
by CMAT
March 4, 2022
This is the debut full-length release for the Irish pop singer-songwriter Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson as CMAT.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.0
Skinty Fia
85
45.

Skinty Fia
by Fontaines D.C.
April 22, 2022
The third full-length studio release for Irish post-punk band Fontaines D.C. was produced by Dan Carey and features an accordion on one track.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
7.5
Classic Objects
85
46.

Classic Objects
by Jenny Hval
March 11, 2022
The latest full-length release for Oslo-based singer-songwriter Jenny Hval features songs about places she has been as well as imagined places.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.2
The Spur
85
47.

The Spur
by Joan Shelley
June 24, 2022
The latest full-length release for Kentucky singer-songwriter Joan Shelley was co-produced with James Elkington and features contributions from Meg Baird, Bill Callahan, Max Porter, and Nathan Salsburg.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
5.0
Stumpwork
85
48.

Stumpwork
by Dry Cleaning
October 21, 2022
The second full-length release for London-based post-punk band Dry Cleaning was produced by John Parish.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.0
I Dont Know Who Needs to Hear This...
85
49.

I Dont Know Who Needs to Hear This...
by Tomberlin
April 29, 2022
The second full-length release for singer-songwriter Sarah Beth Tomberlin was recorded over two weeks in Brooklyn with producer and engineer Phil Weinrobe.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
7.8
Bob Vylan Presents the Price of Life
85
50.

Bob Vylan Presents the Price of Life
by Bob Vylan
April 22, 2022
The latest full-length release for London-based duo Bob Vylan was self-produced, mixed and recorded with contributions from Laurent 'Lags' Barnard of Gallows, Bobby Bentham of Strange Bones, Josh and Jon Skints of The Skints.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
tbd
Topical Dancer
85
51.

Topical Dancer
by Charlotte Adigéry
March 4, 2022
The debut full-length release for Belgian electro-pop duo Charlotte Adigéry and Bolis Pupul was co-produced by Soulwax.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.7
Glitch Princess
85
52.

Glitch Princess
by yeule
February 4, 2022
The second full-length release for London-based artist yeule features a collaboration with Danny L Harle.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
7.7
Fossora
85
53.

Fossora
by Björk
September 30, 2022
The 10th full-length studio release for Icelandic artist Björk features guest appearances from Ísadóra Bjarkardóttir Barney, Sindri Eldon, Kasimyn, and Serpentwithfeet.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.5
Lucky Me
85
54.

Lucky Me
by Phoebe Green
August 19, 2022
The debut full-length release for British pop artist Phoebe Green was produced by Kaines & Tom A.D.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
7.8
Ice, Death, Planets, Lungs, Mushrooms and Lava
84
55.

Ice, Death, Planets, Lungs, Mushrooms and Lava
by King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard
October 7, 2022
The latest full-length release for Australian psychedelic rock band King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard was created from jam sessions.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.6
Dance Fever
84
56.

Dance Fever
by Florence + the Machine
May 13, 2022
The fifth full-length studio release for British indie rock band Florence + The Machine features production with Jack Antonoff and Glass Animals' Dave Bayley.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.7
Is It Going to Get Any Deeper Than This?
84
57.

Is It Going to Get Any Deeper Than This?
by The Soft Pink Truth
October 21, 2022
The latest full-length release for the solo electronic project of Matmos' Drew Daniel features contributions from such artists as John Berndt, Koye Berry, Andrew Bernstein, Brooks Kossover, Mark Lightcap, M.C. Schmidt, Flock Of Dimes/Wye Oak's Jenn Wasner, Jason Willett, and Nate Wooley.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.6
Nymph
84
58.

Nymph
by Shygirl
September 30, 2022
The debut full-length release for the London-based artist Shygirl features contributions from Arca, Bloodpop, Sega Bodega, Noah Goldstein, Danny L Harle, Mura Masa, and Caroline Polachek.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.0
White Jesus Black Problems
84
59.

White Jesus Black Problems
by Fantastic Negrito
June 3, 2022
The latest full length release for Grammy-winning blues artist Fantastic Negrito was based on learning his ancestors: an indentured servant from Scotland and an African American slave had a common law marriage in 1750s Virginia.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
5.0
Impera
84
60.

Impera
by Ghost
March 11, 2022
The fifth full-length studio release for the Swedish rock band Ghost was produced by Klas Ahlund.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.8
How Is It That I Should Look at the Stars
84
61.

How Is It That I Should Look at the Stars
by The Weather Station
March 4, 2022
The sixth full-length release for Canadian band The Weather Station was written at the same time as 2021's Ignorance.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.3
Midnight Rocker
84
62.

Midnight Rocker
by Horace Andy
April 8, 2022
The latest full-length release for reggae artist Horace Andy was produced by Adrian Sherwood.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Once Twice Melody
84
63.

Once Twice Melody
by Beach House
February 18, 2022
The latest full-length release for Baltimore duo Beach House was self-produced and features a live string ensemble.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.7
Blue Skies
84
64.

Blue Skies
by Dehd
May 27, 2022
The fourth full-length release for the Chicago indie rock trio Dehd was produced by the band's singer/guitarist Jason Balla and mixed by Craig Silvey.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
6.5
Tresor
84
65.

Tresor
by Gwenno
July 1, 2022
The third full-length solo release for Gwenno features nine tracks in the Cornish language and one in Welsh.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
You Belong There
84
66.

You Belong There
by Daniel Rossen
April 8, 2022
The debut full-length solo release for Grizzly Bear's Daniel Rossen was self-produced and recorded at his home studio in New Mexico.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.7
The Line Is a Curve
84
67.

The Line Is a Curve
by Kae Tempest
April 8, 2022
The latest full-length release for London-based poet/musician Kae Tempest features guest appearances from Brockhampton's Kevin Abstract, Fontaines D.C.'s Grian Chatten, Confucius MC, and Lianne La Havas.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.0
Sometimes, Forever
84
68.

Sometimes, Forever
by Soccer Mommy
June 24, 2022
The third full-length studio release for indie rock artist Soccer Mommy was produced by Oneohtrix Point Never's Daniel Lopatin.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
6.9
Limbs
84
69.

Limbs
by Keeley Forsyth
February 25, 2022
The second full-length release for British singer-songwriter Keeley Forsyth was produced with Ross Downes.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Anaïs Mitchell
84
70.

Anaïs Mitchell
by Anaïs Mitchell
January 28, 2022
The latest full-length release from singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell features contributions from Thomas Bartlett, JT Bates, Aaron Dessner, Josh Kaufman, Michael Lewis, and Nico Muhly.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.1
PRE PLEASURE
84
71.

PRE PLEASURE
by Julia Jacklin
August 26, 2022
The third full-length release for Australian singer-songwriter Julia Jacklin was co-produced with Marcus Paquin.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.2
Frank
84
72.

Frank
by Fly Anakin
March 11, 2022
The debut full-length studio release for rapper Fly Anakin features guest appearances from Big Kahuna OG Henny L.O., Billz Egypt, Nickelus F, and Pink Siifu.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Two Sisters
84
73.

Two Sisters
by Sarah Davachi
September 9, 2022
The latest full-length release for Canadian experimental composer Sarah Davachi features contributions from Mattie Barbier, Mira Benjamin, Dorothy Berry, Bridget Carey, Johnny Chang, Judith Hamann, Jessika Kenney, Rebecca Lane, Anton Lukoszevieze, Gordon MacKay, Andrew McIntosh, and Tiffany Ng.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Hold the Girl
84
74.

Hold the Girl
by Rina Sawayama
September 16, 2022
The second full-length studio release for Rina Sawayama features production from Marcus Andersson, Clarence Clarity, Paul Epworth, and Stuart Price.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.8
Alpha Zulu
84
75.

Alpha Zulu
by Phoenix
November 4, 2022
The seventh full-length studio release for French indie pop band Phoenix was recorded at The Louvre and features a guest appearance from Ezra Koenig.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.1
Endure
84
76.

Endure
by Special Interest
November 4, 2022
The third full-length studio release for New Orleans collective Special Interest features a guest appearance from Mykki Blanco.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.2
Where I'm Meant to Be
84
77.

Where I'm Meant to Be
by Ezra Collective
November 4, 2022
The second full-length release for British jazz quartet Ezra Collective features guest appearances from Nao, Kojey Radical, Sampa The Great, and Emeli Sandé.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Les Racines
84
78.

Les Racines
by Vieux Farka Touré
June 10, 2022
The latest full-length solo release for Malian singer and guitarist Vieux Farka Touré was produced with Eric Herman.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.3
The Tipping Point
83
79.

The Tipping Point
by Tears for Fears
February 25, 2022
British pop-rock duo Tears For Fears worked with Charlton Pettus, Florian Reutter and Sacha Skarbek on its first full-length studio release in 17 years.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.5
Everything Was Beautiful
83
80.

Everything Was Beautiful
by Spiritualized
April 22, 2022
The ninth full-length studio release for J Spaceman's space rock band Spiritualized was recorded at 11 different studios.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
6.6
The Bible
83
81.

The Bible
by Lambchop
September 30, 2022
The latest full-length release for the Kurt Wagner-led band Lambchop was produced by Ryan Olson and Andrew Broder.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
The Unraveling of Puptheband
83
82.

The Unraveling of Puptheband
by PUP
April 1, 2022
The fourth full-length release for Toronto punk band PUP was produced with Peter Katis.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.1
Cruel Country
83
83.

Cruel Country
by Wilco
May 27, 2022
The 12th full-length studio release for the Chicago indie rock band Wilco was recorded live at their loft with little overdubs.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.5
Harry's House
83
84.

Harry's House
by Harry Styles
May 20, 2022
The third full-length solo release for Harry Styles was recorded in Los Angeles, Tokyo and the United Kingdom.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.4
El Mirador
83
85.

El Mirador
by Calexico
April 8, 2022
The 10th full-length studio release for Arizona duo Calexico was recorded at Sergio Mendoza's home studio and features vocals from Gaby Moreno and Jairo Zavala.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
Carry Me Home
83
86.

Carry Me Home
by Mavis Staples
May 20, 2022
The collaboration between Mavis Staples and Levon Helm was recording at his Woodstock studios during the summer of 2011.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
Comradely Objects
83
87.

Comradely Objects
by Horse Lords
November 4, 2022
The latest full-length release for Baltimore experimental rock band Horse Lords is its first on the RVNG Intl. label.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
Palomino
83
88.

Palomino
by Miranda Lambert
April 29, 2022
The latest full-length release for country singer-songwriter Miranda Lambert features a guest appearance from The B-52's.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
6.6
Whatever the Weather
83
89.

Whatever the Weather
by Whatever the Weather
April 8, 2022
The debut full-length release for Whatever the Weather, the side project for London-based electronic producer Loraine James features more ambient sounds.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
Take It Like a Man
83
90.

Take It Like a Man
by Amanda Shires
July 29, 2022
The seventh full-length solo release for singer-songwriter Amanda Shires was produced by Lawrence Rothman.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.6
It's Almost Dry
83
91.

It's Almost Dry
by Pusha T
April 22, 2022
The fourth full-length studio release for rapper Push T features guest appearances from Jay-Z, Kid Cudi, Labrinth, Lil Uzi Vert, Malice, Don Toliver, Pharrell Williams, and Ye.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.5
PAINLESS
83
92.

PAINLESS
by Nilüfer Yanya
March 4, 2022
London-based singer-songwriter Nilüfer Yanya worked with Wilma Archer, Jazzi Bobbi, Bullion, and Andrew Sarlo for her second full-length release.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.5
Past Life Regression
83
93.

Past Life Regression
by Papercuts
April 1, 2022
The seventh full-length release for the Jason Quever-led project Papercuts was self-recorded.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
Blue Water Road
83
94.

Blue Water Road
by Kehlani
April 29, 2022
The third full-length studio release for R&B singer-songwriter Kehlani features guest appearances from Ambré, Justin Bieber, Blxst, Jessie Reyez, Syd, and Thundercat.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.7
Laurel Hell
83
95.

Laurel Hell
by Mitski
February 4, 2022
The sixth full-length release for New York City indie artist Mitski was produced by Patrick Hyland.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.5
Expert in a Dying Field
83
96.

Expert in a Dying Field
by The Beths
September 16, 2022
The third full-length release for the New Zealand indie-pop was partially completed on tour and remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.3
The Boy Named If
83
97.

The Boy Named If
by Elvis Costello & the Imposters
January 14, 2022
The latest full-length release from Elvis Costello And The Imposters features a guest appearance from Nicole Atkins.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.1
Farm to Table
83
98.

Farm to Table
by Bartees Strange
June 17, 2022
The second full-length release for Washington D.C.-based Bartees Strange is his first on the 4AD label.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.8
Few Good Things
83
99.

Few Good Things
by Saba
February 4, 2022
The third full-length release for Chicago rapper Saba features guest appearances from 6LACK, Black Thought, Cheflee, Daoud, Fousheé, G Herbo, Eryn Allen Kane, Krayzie Bone, Mereba, Pivot Gang, Smino, and Benjamin Earl Turner.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.4
Two Ribbons
83
100.

Two Ribbons
by Let's Eat Grandma
April 29, 2022
The third full-length release for the British duo Let's Eat Grandma was produced with David Wrench.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.0
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