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17 May 2024

Here's how it works: The Recent Releases chart brings together critical reaction to new albums from more than 50 sources worldwide. It's updated daily. Albums qualify with 5 reviews, and drop out after 6 weeks into the longer timespan charts.

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Beth GibbonsLives Outgrown

"The singer’s first official solo album is as captivating as it is devastating" (9/10 - Slant). "Gibbons has channelled her midlife experiences into a haunting collection of torch songs" (8/10 - The Skinny)

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Billie EilishHit Me Hard And Soft

"Eilish delivers a restless album that is equal parts sighing and squalling" (10/10 - The INdependent). "There's upbeat bangers and a clear vision established for her artistry in the years to come" (8/10 - NME)

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Arab StrapI'm totally fine with it don't give a fuck anymore

"A set of songs that offers no answers, but observes conditions and behavior plainly and poetically in turn" (9/10 - Under The Radar)

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Jessica PrattHere In The Pitch

"One of the most fascinating and repeatable sets from an artist who was already in a class by herself" (9/10 - All Music). "Could transform her from fringe act to mainstream success" (8/10 - The Guardian)

St. VincentAll Born Screaming

"Restlessly inventive and packed with ideas" (10-/10 - The Guardian). "A visceral examination of art and nature when both are pushed to the brink" (9/10 - Slant)

Taylor SwiftThe Tortured Poets Department

"A terrific reminder of the intense, personal connection Swift can conjure in song" (10/10 - The Independent). "Surprisingly flat and, at times, cringeworthy" (6/10 - NME)

Vampire WeekendOnly God Was Above Us

"Neat summation of where they've been, while still looking forward" (10/10 - The Skinny). "Their most accomplished album yet" (9/10 - DIY). "Sprawling ode to a long-gone, old New York City" (8/10 - NME)

RideInterplay

"When they delve into the big guitar histrionics of yesteryear, as on “Light in a Quiet Room,” the results are breathtaking" (9/10 - Under The Radar). "One of the most intriguing albums of their career to date" (8/10 - Clash)

ElbowAudio Vertigo

"This is phenomenal stuff" (10/10 - The Arts Desk). "An album that further cements their legacy" (9-10 - Clash). "It’s nice to see Elbow stepping outside their comfort zone" (8/10 - Under The Radar)

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The ADM rating is a weighted average from our survey of more than 50 sources , taking into account the number of reviews

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6.9

Girl In Red

I'M Doing It Again Baby!

Second full-length album from the Norwegian indie pop artist Marie Ulven working with producer Matias Tellez

Added: 12/04/2024
6.9

Porij

Teething

Debut full-length release from the Manchester alt-dance quartet

Added: 26/04/2024
6.7

Justice

Hyperdrama

Fourth album from the French electro-pop duo Gaspard Augé and Xavier de Rosnay featuring guest appearances from Miguel, Connan Mockasin, Rimon, Tame Impala, The Flints and Thundercat

Added: 26/04/2024
6.7

HEALTH

Rat Wars

Sixth studio album from the Los Angeles-based experimental noise pop trio prodcued by Stint (Gallant, Carly Rae Jepsen, Demi Lovato)

Added: 08/12/2023
6.6

The Vaccines

Pick-Up Full Of Pink Carnations

Sixth album from the West London indie rock band led by Justin Young and first since the departure of guitarist Freddie Cowan

Added: 12/01/2024
6.6

Mark Knopfler

One Deep River

Tenth solo studio album and first in six years from the former Dire Straits lead guitarist

Added: 17/04/2024
6.6

Shakira

Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran

Twelfth album and first on seven years from Columbian-born pop star featuring collaborations with Cardi B, Bizarrap, Rauw Alejandro, Grupo Frontera, Ozuna, Karol G, Fuerza Regida and Tiësto

Added: 23/03/2024
6.6

Nicki Minaj

Pink Friday 2

Fifth album of rap and pop from the Trinidad-born MC from Queens, New York with guest appearances from J. Cole, Lil Wayne, Tate Kobang, Drake, Lourdiz, Lil Uzi Vert, Skillibeng, Skeng and Future

Added: 11/12/2023
6.6

Bleachers

Bleachers

Fourth album from producer Jack Antonoff's New York-based indie pop project featuring guest appearances from Lana Del Rey, Aaron Dessner, Kevin Abstract and Florence Welch

Added: 08/03/2024
6.6

Dua Lipa

Radical Optimism

Third album from the British-Albanian pop singer-songwriter with contributions from Caroline Ailin, Danny L. Harle, Tobias Jesso Jr., Julia Michaels and Tame Impala's Kevin Parker

Added: 03/05/2024
6.5

Fat White Family

Forgiveness Is Yours

Fourth album of lo-fi rock from the South London band led by Lias and Nathan Saoudi and first without guitarist Saul Adamczewski

Added: 25/04/2024
6.5

The Black Keys

Ohio Players

Twelfth studio album from the Akron Ohio garage rock duo Dan Auerback and Patrick Carney features a guest appearance from Beck, Juicy J, and Lil Noid

Added: 04/04/2024
6.5

Tate McRae

Think Later

Second album from the Canadian pop singer-songwriter was co-executive produced by Ryan Tedder (Beyoncé, Miley Cyrus, Ed Sheeran)

Added: 08/12/2023
6.4

Sheryl Crow

Evolution

Album number twelve from the American country/rock singer-songwriter produced by Mike Elizondo

Added: 01/04/2024
6.1

Usher

Coming Home

Ninth studio album and first in over seven years from the R&B artist featuring guest appearances from 21 Savage, Burna Boy, H.E.R., Jung Kook of BTS, Latto, Pheelz, The-Dream and Summer Walker

Added: 11/02/2024
6.0

Liam Gallagher & John Squire

Liam Gallagher John Squire

Collaboration between the former Oasis forntman and Stone Roses guitarist

Added: 28/02/2024
5.6

Sia

Reasonable Woman

Tenth studio album from the Australian pop act featuring guest appearances from Chaka Khan, Kylie Minogue, Labrinth, Tierra Whack, Kaliii, Jimmy Joliff and Paris Hilton

Added: 05/05/2024
4.6

Justin Timberlake

Everything I Thought It Was

Sixth studio album and first in six years from the pop/rnb singer-songwriter featuring guest appearances from NSYNC, Fireboy Dml and Tobe Nwigwe

Added: 15/03/2024

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Here In The Pitch by Jessica Pratt

"There’s evidence on this, the Followills’ ninth album, of magic still coursing through those weary old Nashville bones" (8/10 - msuicOMH). "The family band sound their best in years" (7.8/10 - Paste)

Knocked LooseYou Won't Go Before You're Supposed To
"The Kentucky hardcore lot obliterate expectations... as fearsome as it is ferocious" (10/10 - The Skinny). "An album of crushing intensity and vast scope" (10/10 - The Guardian)

Kings Of LeonCan We Please Have Fun
"There’s evidence on this, the Followills’ ninth album, of magic still coursing through those weary old Nashville bones" (8/10 - msuicOMH). "The family band sound their best in years" (7.8/10 - Paste)

Camera ObscuraLook to the East, Look to the West
"This album is a tribute to the Glaswegians’ resilience" (8/10 - musicOMH). "Camera Obscura is back, and they’re better, stronger and more cohesive than ever" (7.4/10 - Spectrum)

Fat White FamilyForgiveness Is Yours
"Quirky yet profound, playful but often deeply moving" (8/10 - The Line Of Best Fit). "This will delight longtime fans who have been along for the ride" (8/10 - Clash)

Pet Shop Boysnonetheless
"One of their best albums in years" (8/10 - musicOMH). "Pet Shop Boys are as familiarly brilliant as ever" (8/10 - Dork). "'An utterly brilliant, dependably polished listen" (8/10 - CLash)

Still House PlantsIf I don't make it, I love u
"A truly brilliant piece of work" (10/10 - The Skinny). "One of the best rock records of the year" (9/10 - Exclaim. "Eschews typical song forms in favor of a kind of collective flickering" (8.5/10 - Pitchfork)

Pearl JamDark Matter
"It’s thrilling. It’s moving. It’s surprising. It’s a band still operating at the peaks of their powers" (10/10 - Kerrang!) "Experiment with new sonic avenues after years of playing it safe" (8/10 - NME)

Lucy RoseThis Ain't The Way You Go Out
"It’s hard not to be in awe of the scale of her growth and transformation" (9/10 - DIY). "Nothing here is a misfire, as Rose deftly navigates new approaches" (8/10 - All Music)

Maggie RogersDon't Forget Me
"The sound of an artist beginning to sink cosily into her own skin, and enjoying herself enormously in the process" (8/10 - DIY). "Perfect for blasting out on a sunny day driving along a highway" (8/10 - musicOMH)

Nia ArchivesSilence Is Loud
"This is truly an album of someone who’s grown up completely native to the information glut age" (10/10 - The Arts Desk). "Her trailblazer status has never been more assured" (9/10 - DIY)

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