Stephen Malkmus and Jicks, 'Real Emotional Trash'
Bluesy guitars, clever wordplay and biting humor are only a few distinct qualities that Stephen Malkmus shows on this new album with the Jicks.


Goldfrapp, 'Seventh Tree'
The electronic glamour pop duo's fourth studio album returns with a smooth acoustic and ethereal feel.


Pete Rock, 'NY's Finest'
This hip-hop producer/DJ releases this long-awaited album featuring tracks by Wu-Tang's Raekwon and Masta Killa, Dipset's Jim Jones and more.


Ghostland Observatory, 'Robotique Majestique'
This rocking Texan group boasts of big beats, analog synths, booming vocals and rock 'n' roll on their latest release.


Dolly Parton, 'Backwoods Barbie Doll'
The iconic country blonde bombshell veteran returns to mainstream on her latest album, complete with her trademark storytelling lyrics.


Beach House, 'Devotion'
Organs, slide guitars and reverb resonate on the Baltimore duo's pop tunes on love, feelings and devotion.


Tift Merritt, 'Another Country'
The singer-songwriter combines elements of rock, folk, blues and country on some of her most personal songs yet.


Panther, '14kt God'
Portland's paranoid funksters bring fierce drumming, falsetto howling and contageous hooks together.


Sunny Day Sets Fire, 'Stranger/Remix EP'
The British psych-pop group's EP features remixes by CSS, the Cool Kids, the Slips and more.


Ashford and Simpson, 'Hits, Remixes and Rarities: The Warner Bros. Years'
The songwriting team of Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson turns out their hit R&B tracks on this two-disc compilation.


The Hands, 'The Hands'
These rockers' debut album showcases ripping guitar solos, deep vocals and hard-hitting beats.


Marc Broussard, 'Must Be the Water EP'
This soulful EP was recorded during the Louisiana-based singer's recent appearance on the Rock Boat VIII, the annual five-day music festival at sea.


A Cursive Memory, 'Changes'
The teen emo-pop band features memorable melodies, soulful vocals and relatable lyrics on its full-length debut album.


Cowboy Junkies, 'Trinity Revisted'
This special two-disc set celebrates the 20th anniversary of 'The Trinity Session' by revisiting the The Church of the Holy Trinity with Ryan Adams, Natalie Merchant and Jeff Bird.