Album Releases by User Score


Brat 1.

Brat

by Charli XCX
June 7, 2024
The sixth full-length studio release from British pop singer-songwriter Charli XCX features contributions by A.G. Cook and Addison Rae.
Metascore:
95
User Score:
tbd
Funeral for Justice 2.

Funeral for Justice

by Mdou Moctar
May 3, 2024
The latest full-length release from Tuareg desert blues band Mdou Moctar was recorded over five days in upstate New York by bassist and producer Mikey Coltun.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
tbd
My Light, My Destroyer 3.

My Light, My Destroyer

by Cassandra Jenkins
July 12, 2024
The third full-length release from Brooklyn singer-songwriter Cassandra Jenkins features contributions from such artists as Zoë Brecher, Hand Habits' Meg Duffy, Isaac Eiger, Josh Kaufman, Palehound's El Kempner, producer Andrew Lappin, Stephanie Marziano, Daniel McDowell, and Katie Von Schleicher.
Metascore:
90
User Score:
tbd
Hit Me Hard and Soft 4.

Hit Me Hard and Soft

by Billie Eilish
May 17, 2024
The third full-length studio release from pop singer-songwriter Billie Eilish was written, recorded and produced with her brother Finneas O'Connell.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
tbd
Here in the Pitch 5.

Here in the Pitch

by Jessica Pratt
May 3, 2024
The fourth full-length release from Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Jessica Pratt was produced with Al Carlson.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
tbd
Night Reign 6.

Night Reign

by Arooj Aftab
May 31, 2024
The latest full-length release from Brooklyn-based Pakistani composer/singer Arooj Aftab features contributions by such artists as Chocolate Genius, Inc., Cautious Clay, James Francies, Maeve Gilchrist, Shahzad Ismaily, Vijay Iyer, Kaki King, Moor Mother, and Joel Ross.
Metascore:
89
User Score:
tbd
All Born Screaming 7.

All Born Screaming

by St. Vincent
April 26, 2024
The latest full-length release from St. Vincent was self-produced and features contributions by Rachel Eckroth, Josh Freese, Dave Grohl, Mark Guiliana, Cate Le Bon, Justin Meldal-Johnsen, Stella Mogzawa, and David Ralicke.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
tbd
Lives Outgrown 8.

Lives Outgrown

by Beth Gibbons
May 17, 2024
The debut full-length solo release from Portishead's Beth Gibbons was recorded over 10 years and was produced with James Ford with additional production by Talk Talk's Lee Harris.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
tbd
Ten Fold 9.

Ten Fold

by Yaya Bey
May 10, 2024
The latest full-length release from New York R&B artist Yaya Bey features a guest appearance by Exaktly and audio clips of her father, Ayub Bey aka Grand Daddy I.U.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
tbd
Passage du Désir 10.

Passage du Désir

by Johnny Blue Skies
July 12, 2024
The debut full-length release from Sturgill Simpson under the name Johnny Blue Skies was produced with David Ferguson.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
tbd
Proxy Music 11.

Proxy Music

by Linda Thompson
June 21, 2024
While spasmodic dysphonia has stopped former Fairport Convention singer Linda Thompson from singing, 11 of her songs are performed by Eliza Carthy, Dori Freeman, John Grant, Ren Havieu, The Proclaimers, The Rails, The Unthanks, her daughter Kami Thompson, her ex-husband Richard Thompson, her son Teddy Thompson, Martha Wainwright, and Rufus Wainwright.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
tbd
Britpop 12.

Britpop

by A.G. Cook
May 10, 2024
The third full-length studio release from British electronic producer A.G. Cook features 24 tracks split into three sections: Past, Present and Future.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
tbd
You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To 13.

You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To

by Knocked Loose
May 10, 2024
The latest full-length release from Kentucky metalcore band Knocked Loose features guest appearances by Chris Motionless and Poppy.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
tbd
Sentir Que No Sabes 14.

Sentir Que No Sabes

by Mabe Fratti
June 28, 2024
The latest full-length solo release from Mexico City-based experimental cellist Mabe Fratti was produced by Héctor Tosta.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
tbd
Born In The Wild 15.

Born In The Wild

by Tems
June 7, 2024
The debut full-length studio release from Nigerian Afrobeats/R&B artist Tems features guest appearances by Asake and J. Cole.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
tbd
The Art of the Lie 16.

The Art of the Lie

by John Grant
June 14, 2024
The latest full-length solo release from singer-songwriter John Grant was produced by Ivor Guest.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
tbd
I'm Totally Fine With It Don't Give a Fuck Anymore 17.

I'm Totally Fine With It Don't Give a Fuck Anymore

by Arab Strap
May 10, 2024
The eighth full-length release from Scottish indie rock duo Arab Strap was produced by Paul Savage.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
tbd
66 18.

66

by Paul Weller
May 24, 2024
The latest full-length solo release from British singer-songwriter Paul Weller features contributions from such artists as Max Beesley, Steve Brooks, Dr Robert, Noel Gallagher, Bobby Gillespie, Richard Hawley, Hannah Peel, and Suggs.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
tbd
Poptical Illusion 19.

Poptical Illusion

by John Cale
June 14, 2024
The latest full-length solo release from The Velvet Underground's John Cale was co-produced with Nita Scott in Los Angeles.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
tbd
Redd Kross 20.

Redd Kross

by Redd Kross
June 28, 2024
The eighth full-length release from Los Angeles power-pop duo Redd Kross was produced by Josh Klinghoffer (who also played drums on the album).
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Look to the East, Look to the West 21.

Look to the East, Look to the West

by Camera Obscura
May 3, 2024
This is the first album from Scottish band Camera Obscura since the death of founding member Carey Lander from cancer in 2015.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
In This City They Call You Love 22.

In This City They Call You Love

by Richard Hawley
May 31, 2024
The 10th full-length solo studio release from British singer-songwriter Richard Hawley is his first since 2019's Further.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Ship to Shore 23.

Ship to Shore

by Richard Thompson
May 31, 2024
The latest full-length solo release from folk rock guitarist Richard Thompson was recorded in Woodstock, NY.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
To All Trains 24.

To All Trains

by Shellac
May 17, 2024
The sixth full-length studio release from Chicago rock trio Shellac is the final album with Steve Albini, who passed away in May 2024.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
What a Devastating Turn of Events 25.

What a Devastating Turn of Events

by Rachel Chinouriri
May 3, 2024
The debut full-length release from British indie pop artist Rachel Chinouriri features contributions by producer Rich Turvey and Kenny Beats.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
Poetry 26.

Poetry

by Dehd
May 10, 2024
The latest full-length release from Chicago indie rock band Dehd was written Taos, New Mexico and Washington's Bainbridge Island before completing it in Chicago with co-producer Ziyad Asrar.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
Mayday 27.

Mayday

by Myriam Gendron
May 10, 2024
The third full-length release from Canadian singer-songwriter Myriam Gendron features contributions by Zoh Amba, Marisa Anderson, Cédric Dind-Lavoie, Bill Nace, and Jim White.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Light Verse 28.

Light Verse

by Iron & Wine
April 26, 2024
The seventh full-length studio release from Sam Beam as Iron & Wine features a guest appearance by Fiona Apple.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Big Ideas 29.

Big Ideas

by Remi Wolf
July 12, 2024
The second full-length release from Los Angeles alt-pop singer-songwriter Remi Wolf features production with Ethan Gruska, Kenny Beats, Leon Michels, Porches, and Solomonophonic.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
WeirdOs 30.

WeirdOs

by O.
June 21, 2024
The debut full-length release from British duo O. that includes saxophonist Joe Henwood and drummer Tash Keary was recorded live to tape by producer Dan Carey.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Fearless Movement 31.

Fearless Movement

by Kamasi Washington
May 3, 2024
The fifth full-length studio release from jazz saxophonist Kamasi Washington features guest appearances by Andre 3000, Ras Austin, Taj Austin, George Clinton, Brandon Coleman, D Smoke, DJ Battlecat, Terrace Martin, Patrice Quinn, and Thundercat.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
This Ain't the Way You Go Out 32.

This Ain't the Way You Go Out

by Lucy Rose
April 19, 2024
The latest full-length release from British singer-songwriter Lucy Rose was produced by Kwes.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Dark Times 33.

Dark Times

by Vince Staples
May 24, 2024
This is the latest full-length studio release from California rapper Vince Staples.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
How Will I Live Without a Body? 34.

How Will I Live Without a Body?

by Loma
June 28, 2024
The third full-length release from Austin trio Loma features parts of poems written by an AI trained on Laurie Anderson's music.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Stung! 35.

Stung!

by Pond
June 21, 2024
The latest full-length release from Australian psychedelic rock band Pond was inspired by such albums as Fleetwood Mac's Tusk and Prince's Sign 'O' The Times.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Charm 36.

Charm

by Clairo
July 12, 2024
The third full-length release from Atlanta-based indie pop singer-songwriter Clairo was produced with Leon Michels.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Love Changes Everything 37.

Love Changes Everything

by Dirty Three
June 28, 2024
This is the first full-length studio release from Australian instrumental trio Dirty Three in over a decade.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Nonetheless 38.

Nonetheless

by Pet Shop Boys
April 26, 2024
The 15th full-length studio release from British synth-pop duo Pet Shop Boys was produced by James Ford.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Big Swimmer 39.

Big Swimmer

by King Hannah
May 31, 2024
The second full-length release from British indie rock duo King Hannah features a gust appearance by Sharon Van Etten and was produced by Ali Chant.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Hovvdy 40.

Hovvdy

by Hovvdy
April 26, 2024
The fifth full-length from Austin duo Hovvdy was co-produced with Andrew Sarlo and Bennett Littlejohn.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Dark Matter 41.

Dark Matter

by Pearl Jam
April 19, 2024
The 12th full-length studio release from Seattle rock band Pearl Jam was produced by Andrew Watt.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
FU##IN' UP 42.

FU##IN' UP

by Neil Young & Crazy Horse
April 26, 2024
Neil Young and Crazy Horse recorded nine tracks from 1990's Ragged Glory with song lyrics replacing the original titles in 2023.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
sentiment 43.

sentiment

by Claire Rousay
April 19, 2024
The latest full-length release from Los Angeles-based experimental artist Claire Rousay features guest appearances by Hand Habits and Lala Lala.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
News of the Universe 44.

News of the Universe

by La Luz
May 24, 2024
The latest full-length release from California rock band La Luz is the first with drummer Audrey Johnson and the last from bassist Lena Simon and keyboardist Alice Sandahl.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
A Dream Is All We Know 45.

A Dream Is All We Know

by The Lemon Twigs
May 3, 2024
The fifth full-length release from New York rock duo The Lemon Twigs features a track co-produced by Sean Ono Lennon.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Below the Waste 46.

Below the Waste

by Goat Girl
June 7, 2024
The third full-length release from London-based rock trio Goat Girl was co-produced with John "Spud" Murphy.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
That Delicious Vice 47.

That Delicious Vice

by Kid Congo & the Pink Monkey Birds
April 19, 2024
This is the first full-length release from garage/psychedelic rock band Kid Congo & the Pink Monkey Birds since 2016's La Arana Es la Vida.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Frog in Boiling Water 48.

Frog in Boiling Water

by DIIV
May 24, 2024
The fourth full-length release from Brooklyn indie rock band DIIV was produced by Chris Coady.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
The Gloss 49.

The Gloss

by Cola
June 14, 2024
The second full-length release from Canadian post-punk trio The Gloss was recorded and mixed by Valentine Ignat.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Romanticism 50.

Romanticism

by Hana Vu
May 3, 2024
The second full-length release from Los Angeles-based indie singer-songwriter Hana Vu was produced with Jackson Phillips.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Fine Art 51.

Fine Art

by Kneecap
June 14, 2024
The debut full-length release from Belfast hip-hop trio Kneecap was produced by Toddla T and features guest appearances by Jelani Blackman, Grian Chatten, Nino, and Radie Peat.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
EELS Time! 52.

EELS Time!

by Eels
June 7, 2024
The latest full-length release from Mark Oliver Everett's indie rock band Eels features contributions Sean Coleman, Koool G Murder, Tyson Ritter, and The Chet.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Death Jokes 53.

Death Jokes

by Amen Dunes
May 10, 2024
The first full-length studio release from Damon McMahon's musical project Amen Dunes since 2018's Freedom features contributions from Kwake Bass, Christoffer Berg, Money Mark, Panoram, and Sam Wilkes.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Timeless 54.

Timeless

by Kaytranada
June 7, 2024
The latest full-length release from Canadian electronic producer Kaytranada features guest appearances by Anderson .Paak, Durand Bernarr, Channel Tres, Childish Gambino, Charlotte Day Wilson, Rochelle Jordan, Ravyn Lenae, Mariah the Scientist, Lou Phelps, PinkPantheress, Dawn Richard, Sir, Thundercat, Tinashe, and Don Toliver.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Final Summer 55.

Final Summer

by Cloud Nothings
April 19, 2024
The eighth full-length studio release from Cleveland indie rock band Cloud Nothings was produced by Jeff Zeigler and mixed by Illuminati Hotties' Sarah Tudzin.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Scream From New York, NY 56.

Scream From New York, NY

by Been Stellar
June 21, 2024
The debut full-length release from New York City post-punk band Been Stellar was produced by Dan Carey.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Oui, LSF 57.

Oui, LSF

by Les Savy Fav
May 10, 2024
This is the first full-length studio release since 2010's Root for Ruin from New York Brooklyn art-punk band Les Savy Fav.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Time Is Glass 58.

Time Is Glass

by Six Organs of Admittance
April 26, 2024
The latest full-length release from Ben Chasny's music project Six Organs of Admittance was recorded in California's Humboldt County.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Chaos Angel 59.

Chaos Angel

by Maya Hawke
May 31, 2024
The third full-length release from Stranger Things actress and singer-songwriter Maya Hawke was produced by Christian Lee Hutson.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Songwriter 60.

Songwriter

by Johnny Cash
June 28, 2024
The 11 previously unreleased demos recorded at Nashville's LSI Studios in 1993 by Johnny Cash features newly recorded instrumentation by such artists as Pete Abbott, Dan Auerbach, Vince Gill, Dave Roe, and Marty Stuart.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
It All Comes Down to This 61.

It All Comes Down to This

by A Certain Ratio
April 19, 2024
The 12th full-length studio release from Manchester post-punk band A Certain Ratio was produced and mixed by Dan Carey.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Can We Please Have Fun 62.

Can We Please Have Fun

by Kings of Leon
May 10, 2024
The ninth full-length studio release from Nasville-based rock band Kings of Leons was produced by Kid Harpoon.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
As It Ever Was, So It Will Be Again 63.

As It Ever Was, So It Will Be Again

by The Decemberists
June 14, 2024
The latest full-length release from Portland-based rock band The Decemberists was produced with Tucker Martine and features backing vocals by Shins' James Mercer and R.E.M.'s Mike Mills.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT 64.

THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT

by Taylor Swift
April 19, 2024
The 11th full-length studio release from Taylor Swift features guest appearances by Florence And The Machine and Post Malone. 15 additional tracks are included in a double album version subtitled The Anthology.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Statik 65.

Statik

by Actress
June 7, 2024
The latest full-length release from London-based electronic producer Darren Cunningham under the name Actress is the first on Smalltown Supersound label.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Gravity Stairs 66.

Gravity Stairs

by Crowded House
May 31, 2024
The eighth full-length studio release from New Zealand rock band Crowded House was produced with Steven Schram.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Happenings 67.

Happenings

by Kasabian
July 5, 2024
The eighth full-length studio release from British rock band Kasabian and its second with Serge Pizzorno as lead singer was recorded while on tour.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
The Dream of Delphi 68.

The Dream of Delphi

by Bat for Lashes
May 31, 2024
Motherhood is the theme of the sixth full-length release from British singer-songwriter Bat For Lashes that features contributions by Brad Oberhofer, Mary Lattimore and Jack Falby.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Blue Electric Light 69.

Blue Electric Light

by Lenny Kravitz
May 24, 2024
The latest full-length release from rock artist Lenny Kravitz was recorded in the Bahamas.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Radical Optimism 70.

Radical Optimism

by Dua Lipa
May 3, 2024
The third full-length release for pop artist Dua Lipa features contributions by Caroline Ailin, Danny L. Harle, Tobias Jesso Jr., Julia Michaels, and Tame Impala's Kevin Parker.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Dopamine 71.

Dopamine

by Normani
June 14, 2024
The debut full-length solo release from former Fifth Harmony singer Normani features guest appearances by Cardi B, James Blake, Gunna, and Starrah.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
L.A. Times 72.

L.A. Times

by Travis
July 12, 2024
The 10th full-length studio release from Scottish rock band Travis was produced by Tony Hoffer.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
I Hear You 73.

I Hear You

by Peggy Gou
June 7, 2024
The debut full-length studio release from Berlin-based DJ and electronic producer Peggy Gou features guest appearances by Villano Antillano and Lenny Kravitz.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
CRASH 74.

CRASH

by Kehlani
June 21, 2024
The fourth full-length studio release from R&B artist Kehlani features guest appearances by Omah Lay, Jill Scott and Young Miko.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Teething 75.

Teething

by Porij
April 26, 2024
The debut full-length release from British dance-pop band Porij was co-produced with David Wrench.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Neon Pill 76.

Neon Pill

by Cage the Elephant
May 17, 2024
The first full-length release in five years from Kentucky rock band Cage The Elephant was produced by John Hill and recorded in Texas.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Forgiveness Is Yours 77.

Forgiveness Is Yours

by Fat White Family
April 26, 2024
This is the first full-length release from British rock band Fat White Family without guitarist Saul Adamczewski, who left during the recording of the album.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
9 Sad Symphonies 78.

9 Sad Symphonies

by Kate Nash
June 21, 2024
The fifth full-length release from British singer-songwriter/actor Kate Nash was influenced in part from her work with producer Frederik Thaae on the Off-Broadway production Only Gold.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Hyperdrama 79.

Hyperdrama

by Justice
April 26, 2024
The latest full-length studio release from French electronic duo Justice features guest appearances by Miguel, Connan Mockasin, Rimon, Tame Impala, The Flints, and Thundercat.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
ROOM UNDER THE STAIRS 80.

ROOM UNDER THE STAIRS

by ZAYN
May 17, 2024
The fourth full-length solo studio release from ex-One Direction member Zayn was produced with Dave Cobb.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
The Avett Brothers 81.

The Avett Brothers

by The Avett Brothers
May 17, 2024
The latest full-length release from North Carolina folk rock band The Avett brothers was produced by Rick Rubin.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
C, XOXO 82.

C, XOXO

by Camila Cabello
June 28, 2024
The fourth full-length solo studio release from Camila Cabello features guest appearances by BLP Kosher, Drake, JT, Lil Nas X, Playboi Carti, and Yung Miami.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Reasonable Woman 83.

Reasonable Woman

by Sia
May 3, 2024
The latest full-length release from Australian pop artist Sia features guest appearances by Paris Hilton, Jimmy Jolliff, Kaliii, Chaka Khan, Labrinth, Kylie Minogue, and Tierra Whack.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
tbd
The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce) 84.

The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce)

by Eminem
July 12, 2024
The 12th full-length solo studio release from rapper Eminem includes guest appearances by Big Sean and BabyTron.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
tbd

Titles with fewer than 7 critic reviews are excluded.

Highs and Lows
Highest of the Month
  1. 90

    My Light, My Destroyer - Cassandra Jenkins

    • Release Date: Jul 12, 2024
  2. 88

    Passage du Désir - Johnny Blue Skies

    • Release Date: Jul 12, 2024
  3. 85

    BUTU - Kokoko!

    • Release Date: Jul 5, 2024
  4. 85

    The Year I Turned 21 - Ayra Starr

    • Release Date: May 31, 2024
  5. 82

    Big Ideas - Remi Wolf

    • Release Date: Jul 12, 2024
Lowest of the Month
  1. 67

    X's - Cigarettes After Sex

    • Release Date: Jul 12, 2024
  2. 73

    L.A. Times - Travis

    • Release Date: Jul 12, 2024
  3. 75

    Happenings - Kasabian

    • Release Date: Jul 5, 2024
  4. 79

    Unprecedented Sh!t - Ani DiFranco

    • Release Date: May 17, 2024
  5. 81

    Charm - Clairo

    • Release Date: Jul 12, 2024