84 16. Voices by Max Richter July 31, 2020 The latest project for the composer features readings of the UN Declaration read by Kiki Layne (plus 70+ other languages/voices) and the 1949 recording of the preamble to the declaration by Eleanor Roosevelt. Metascore: 84 User Score: tbd

84 17. A Celebration of Endings by Biffy Clyro August 14, 2020 The ninth full-length studio release for the the Scottish alternative rock trio was produced by Rich Costey. Metascore: 84 User Score: 8.4

84 18. Blue Hearts by Bob Mould September 25, 2020 The 14th full-length solo studio release for the former Hüsker Dü frontman was recorded at Chicago's Electrical Audio. Metascore: 84 User Score: tbd

84 19. Source by Nubya Garcia August 21, 2020 The debut full-length studio release for the British jazz saxophonist was produced with Kwes. Metascore: 84 User Score: 7.7

84 20. RE-ANIMATOR by Everything Everything September 11, 2020 The fifth full-length studio release for the British art pop/rock band was produced by John Congleton. Metascore: 84 User Score: 8.3

84 21. Inner Song by Kelly Lee Owens August 28, 2020 The second full-length release for the Welsh artist features a guest appearance from John Cale. Metascore: 84 User Score: 8.3

84 22. Welcome to Hard Times by Charley Crockett July 31, 2020 The latest full-length release for the Texan Americana singer-songwriter comes after recovering from open heart surgery. Metascore: 84 User Score: tbd

83 23. Whole New Mess by Angel Olsen August 28, 2020 The fifth full-length studio release for the singer-songwriter features new sparser recordings with just her voice and guitar of several tracks from 2019's All Mirrors. Metascore: 83 User Score: 8.4

83 24. Lianne La Havas by Lianne La Havas July 17, 2020 The third full-length release for the British singer-songwriter was produced with Matt Hales, Beni Giles, and Mura Masa. Metascore: 83 User Score: 8.5

83 25. Even in Exile by James Dean Bradfield August 14, 2020 The second full-length solo release for the Manic Street Preachers singer/guitarist features lyrics based on poems by Patrick Jones about Chilean activist/poet Victor Jara. Metascore: 83 User Score: 8.3

82 26. Forever Blue by A.A. Williams July 3, 2020 The debut full-length release for the London-based artist features guest appearances from Johannes Persson, Fredrik Kihlberg and Tom Fleming. Metascore: 82 User Score: tbd

82 27. Jaguar by Victoria Monét August 7, 2020 The debut full-length release for the R&B singer-songwriter features contributions from Khalid and SG Lewis. Metascore: 82 User Score: 8.8

82 28. Sun Racket by Throwing Muses September 4, 2020 This is the first full-length studio release in seven years for the Boston alternative rock trio of Kristin Hersh, David Narcizo and Bernard Georges. Metascore: 82 User Score: tbd

82 29. Androgynous Mary by Girl Friday August 21, 2020 The debut full-length release for the Los Angeles-based rock band was produced by Norm Block. Metascore: 82 User Score: tbd

82 30. On Sunset by Paul Weller July 3, 2020 The 15th full-length solo release for the British singer-songwriter was produced with Jan "Stan" Kybert. Metascore: 82 User Score: 8.0

82 31. Gaslighter by The Chicks July 17, 2020 The first new studio album in 14 years for the country trio formerly known as the Dixie Chicks was produced with Jack Antonoff. Metascore: 82 User Score: 8.4

82 32. Unfollow the Rules by Rufus Wainwright July 10, 2020 The 10th full-length studio release for the singer-songwriter was produced by Mitchell Froom and is his first album of original songs in eight years. Metascore: 82 User Score: 8.7

82 33. Ultimate Success Today by Protomartyr July 17, 2020 The fifth full-length release for the Detroit post-punk band was produced by David Tolomei. Metascore: 82 User Score: 8.7

82 34. All the Time by Jessy Lanza July 24, 2020 The third full-length release for the New York-based Canadian pop artist was again produced with Junior Boys' Jeremy Greenspan. Metascore: 82 User Score: 7.7

81 35. Keleketla! by Keleketla! July 3, 2020 The collaborative project brought together by Coldcut and Keletetla! Library founders Rangoato Hlasane and Malose Malahlela features appearances from such artists as Tony Allen, Antibalas, Shabaka Hutchings, Nono Nkoane, Tamar Osborn, Afla Sackey, Dele Sosimi, Tenderlonious, Thabang Tabane, The Watts Prophets, and Sibusile Xaba. Metascore: 81 User Score: tbd

81 36. Zeros by Declan McKenna September 4, 2020 The second full-length release for the British singer-songwriter was recorded in Nashville with Jay Joyce and mixed by Spike Stent. Metascore: 81 User Score: 9.0

81 37. Club Future Nostalgia: The Remix Album by Dua Lipa August 28, 2020 The British pop singer worked with DJ The Blessed Madonna on the remix of her recently released album, Future Nostalgia. It features guest appearances from [the singer/actress] Madonna, Missy Elliott, and Gwen Stefani. Metascore: 81 User Score: 4.6

81 39. American Head by The Flaming Lips September 11, 2020 The 16th full-length studio release for the experimental rock band features a guest appearance from Kacey Musgraves Metascore: 81 User Score: 8.6

81 40. Eight Gates by Jason Molina August 7, 2020 The posthumous release for the Ohio singer-songwriter was recorded in 2008. Metascore: 81 User Score: tbd

81 42. Old Flowers by Courtney Marie Andrews July 24, 2020 The latest full-length release for the Nashville-based singer-songwriter was written after the end of a long-term relationship and was produced by Andrew Sarlo. Metascore: 81 User Score: 5.6

81 43. Giver Taker by Anjimile September 18, 2020 The debut full-length release for the Boston-based singer-songwriter was produced by Justine Bowe of Photocomfort and Gabe Goodman. Metascore: 81 User Score: tbd

81 44. Total Freedom by Kathleen Edwards August 14, 2020 The first full-length release for the Canadian singer-songwriter in eight years was co-produced by Jim Bryson and Ian Fitchuk. Metascore: 81 User Score: 7.9

81 45. 1000 gecs & the Tree of Clues by 100 gecs July 10, 2020 The remix album from the experimental pop duo of Dylan Brady and Laura Les features guest appearances from Tommy Cash, Charli XCX, Count Baldor, Hannah Diamond, Nicole Dollanganger, Dorian Electra, Fall Out Boy, GFOTY, Kero Kero Bonito, Lil West, Craig Owens, Rico Nasty, and Tony Velour. Metascore: 81 User Score: 7.8

80 46. The Ascension by Sufjan Stevens September 25, 2020 The eighth full-length solo studio release is the indie artist's first in five years. Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.7

80 47. Wu Hen by Kamaal Williams July 24, 2020 The second full-length release for the London-based artist features guest appearances from Miguel Atwood-Ferguson and Lauren Faith. Metascore: 80 User Score: tbd

80 48. Apple by A.G. Cook September 18, 2020 The second full-length release in 2020 for the British electronic producer features contributions from Hannah Diamond and Caroline Polachek. Metascore: 80 User Score: tbd

80 49. Comma by Sam Prekop September 11, 2020 The fifth full-length solo release for the The Sea and Cake band member is his first in five years. Metascore: 80 User Score: tbd

80 50. Bedroom by bdrmm July 3, 2020 The debut full-length release for the British five-piece led by Ryan Smith was recorded and mixed by Alex Greaves. Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.3

80 51. Twelfth by Old 97's August 21, 2020 The 12th full-length studio release for the alt-country band was recorded in Nashville and was produced by Vance Powell. Metascore: 80 User Score: tbd

80 52. The Universal Want by Doves September 11, 2020 The first full-length studio release for the British alternative rock band in over 10 years was produced with Dan Austin. Metascore: 80 User Score: 8.4

79 54. XOXO by The Jayhawks July 10, 2020 The 11th full-length studio release for the Minnesota alt-country band was recorded over two weeks. Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.4

79 55. Pure Luxury by NZCA Lines July 10, 2020 The third full-length release for the project of Michael Lovett features guest appearances from Amber Strother of King and VIAA. Metascore: 79 User Score: tbd

79 56. Healing Is a Miracle by Julianna Barwick July 10, 2020 The fourth full-length release for the Brooklyn-based experimental artist features guest appearances from Jónsi, Mary Lattimore and Nosaj Thing. Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.2

79 57. Jump Rope Gazers by The Beths July 10, 2020 The second full-length release for the New Zealand indie pop quartet was produced by the band's guitarist Jonathan Pearce and lead singer Elizabeth Stokes. Metascore: 79 User Score: 8.2

78 58. Blackbirds by Bettye LaVette August 28, 2020 The latest full-length release for the R&B singer features songs sung by other female artists and was produced by Steve Jordan. Metascore: 78 User Score: tbd

78 59. S&M2 [Live] by Metallica August 28, 2020 The live album of the metal band performing with the San Francisco Symphony at San Francisco's Chase Center features songs recorded over two nights in September 2019. Metascore: 78 User Score: 5.6

78 60. Shame by Uniform September 11, 2020 The fourth full-length release for the New York industrial metal trio was mixed by Randall Dunn. Metascore: 78 User Score: tbd

78 61. Made Of Rain by The Psychedelic Furs July 31, 2020 The first new full-length studio release for the English alternative rock band since 1991's World Outside was produced with Richard Fortus. Metascore: 78 User Score: 8.0

78 62. Flower of Devotion by Dehd July 17, 2020 The third full-length release for the Chicago trio was produced by the band's guitarist, Jason Balla. Metascore: 78 User Score: 8.3

77 63. Dream Nails by Dream Nails August 28, 2020 The second full-length release for the British all-female punk/riot grrrl band was produced and mixed by Tarek Musa. Metascore: 77 User Score: tbd

77 64. Alicia by Alicia Keys September 18, 2020 The seventh full-length studio release for the R&B artist features guest appearances from Snoh Aalegra, Diamond Platnumz, Khalid, Miguel, Sampha, Jill Scott, and Tierra Whack. Metascore: 77 User Score: 8.7

77 66. Waterfall II by My Morning Jacket July 10, 2020 The eighth full-length release for the rock band led by Jim James features 10 tracks from the same recording sessions as 2015's The Waterfall. Metascore: 77 User Score: 8.5

77 67. Hate for Sale by Pretenders July 17, 2020 The 11th full-length studio release for the Chrissie Hynde-led rock band was produced by Stephen Street. Metascore: 77 User Score: 8.0

77 68. Blonde on the Tracks by Emma Swift August 14, 2020 The Bob Dylan covers album from the Nashville-based Australian singer-songwriter was produced by Patrick Sansone. Metascore: 77 User Score: tbd

77 69. WE ARE CHAOS by Marilyn Manson September 11, 2020 The 11th full-length studio release for the rock band was produced with Shooter Jennings. Metascore: 77 User Score: 8.7

77 70. Breach by Fenne Lily September 18, 2020 The second full-length release for the British singer-songwriter was recorded in Chicago with producer Brian Deck and Steve Albini. Metascore: 77 User Score: tbd

77 71. So When You Gonna... by Dream Wife July 3, 2020 The second full-length release for the London-based trio was produced and mixed by Marta Salogni. Metascore: 77 User Score: 8.4

77 72. SUGAREGG by Bully August 21, 2020 The third full-length release for Alicia Bognanno's rock project was produced by John Congleton. Metascore: 77 User Score: tbd

76 73. Ultra Mono by Idles September 25, 2020 The third full-length release for the British punk rock band features contributions from Kenny Beats. Metascore: 76 User Score: 8.0

76 74. Imploding the Mirage by The Killers August 21, 2020 The sixth full-length studio release for the rock band features guest appearances from k.d. lang and Weyes Blood. Metascore: 76 User Score: 8.6

76 75. Find the Sun by Deradoorian September 18, 2020 The second full-length solo release for the former Dirty Projectors member was recorded at Stinson Beach, California with Samer Ghadry and Dave Harrington. Metascore: 76 User Score: tbd

76 76. Legends Never Die by Juice WRLD July 10, 2020 The posthumous release is the rapper's full-length studio album and features guest appearances from Halsey, Marshmello, Polo G, The Kid Laroi, and Trippie Redd. Metascore: 76 User Score: 8.1

76 77. The Neon by Erasure August 21, 2020 The latest full-length release from the British synth-pop duo was self-produced and recorded in Atlanta. Metascore: 76 User Score: 6.5

76 78. Protean Threat by Osees September 18, 2020 John Dwyer and company return with yet another name change for its 23rd album. Metascore: 76 User Score: tbd

75 79. Pyramid by Jaga Jazzist August 7, 2020 The four-track album from the Norwegian ensemble was self-produced and created over two weeks in Sweden. Metascore: 75 User Score: tbd

75 80. Dreamland by Glass Animals August 7, 2020 The third full-length release for the British psychedelic pop band led by Dave Bayley (who also produced the album) was executive produced by Paul Epworth. Metascore: 75 User Score: 8.4

75 81. Host by Cults September 18, 2020 The fifth full-length release for the New York duo was produced by Shane Stoneback. Metascore: 75 User Score: tbd

75 82. Songs for the General Public by The Lemon Twigs August 21, 2020 The third full-length release for the brother duo of Brian and Michael D'Addario was self-produced and recorded. Metascore: 75 User Score: 6.0

75 83. First Rose of Spring by Willie Nelson July 3, 2020 The latest full-length release for the country singer-songwriter features two new songs and was produced by Buddy Cannon. Metascore: 75 User Score: tbd

75 84. The Glow by DMA's July 10, 2020 The third full-length studio release for the Australian trio was produced by Stuart Price. Metascore: 75 User Score: 8.4

74 85. Sucker's Lunch by Madeline Kenney July 31, 2020 Produced by Jenn Wasner and Andy Stack, the third full-length release for the singer-songwriter features contributions from Olivia Gerber, Stephen Steinbrink, Boy Scouts' Taylor Vick, and Lambchop's Kurt Wagner. Metascore: 74 User Score: tbd

74 86. Brightest Blue by Ellie Goulding July 17, 2020 The fourth full-length studio release for the British artist features guest appearances from blackbear, Diplo, Juice WRLD, Lauv, serpentwithfeet, and Swae Lee. Metascore: 74 User Score: 8.8

74 87. Got to Be Tough by Toots & the Maytals August 28, 2020 The latest full-length studio release for the reggae group was produced by its frontman, Frederick "Toots" Hibbert. Metascore: 74 User Score: tbd

73 89. Fall To Pieces by Tricky September 4, 2020 The 14th full-length studio release for the British electronic artist was recorded in Berlin. Metascore: 73 User Score: 8.5

72 90. Energy by Disclosure August 28, 2020 The third full-length release for the British electronic duo features guest appearances from Amine, Blick Bassy, ChannelTres, Common, Fatoumata Diawara, Mick Jenkins, Kehlani, slowthai, and Syd. Metascore: 72 User Score: 7.9

72 91. King's Disease by Nas August 21, 2020 the 13th full-length solo release for the rapper features guest appearances from Anderson Paak, ASAP Ferg, AZ, Big Sean, Brucie B, Cormega, Dr. Dre, The Firm, Fivio Foreign, Foxy Brown, Hit-Boy, Lil Durk, Don Toliver, and Charlie Wilson. Metascore: 72 User Score: 8.6

72 92. Sun Piano by Laraaji July 17, 2020 The latest release for the New York-based new age artist features the piano and was recorded at a Brooklyn church. Metascore: 72 User Score: tbd

72 93. All That Emotion by Hannah Georgas September 4, 2020 The latest full-length release for the Canadian singer-songwriter was produced by The National's Aaron Dessner. Metascore: 72 User Score: tbd

71 94. Detroit 2 by Big Sean September 4, 2020 The fifth full-length studio release for the Detroit rapper features guest appearances from 42 Dugg, Anderson.Paak, Jhené Aiko, Boldy James, Cash Kidd, Diddy, Drego, Dwele, Earlly Mac, Eminem, Hit-Boy, Kash Doll, Dom Kennedy, Lil Wayne, Nipsey Hussle, Payroll, Post Malone, Royce da 5'9", Sada Baby, Travis Scott, Tee Grizzley, Twenty88, Ty Dolla Sign, Wale, and Young Thug. Metascore: 71 User Score: 8.3

71 96. Generations by Will Butler September 25, 2020 The second full-length solo studio release for the Arcade Fire member was self-recorded and produced at his Brooklyn home during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown. Metascore: 71 User Score: tbd

71 97. Species by Bing & Ruth July 17, 2020 The latest release for the project led by David Moore features a Farfisa with clarinet from Jeremy Viner and double bass from Jeff Ratner. Metascore: 71 User Score: tbd

70 98. Shoot For The Stars Aim For The Moon by Pop Smoke July 3, 2020 The debut full-length studio release for the rapper is also a posthumous album following his death in February 2020. It features guest appearances from 50 Cent, DaBaby, Future, Karol G, King Combs, Lil Baby, Lil Tjay, Quavo, Roddy Ricch, Rowdy Rebel, Swae Lee, and Tyga. Metascore: 70 User Score: 6.3

70 99. Candid by Whitney August 14, 2020 The third full-length release for the band features covers of songs from such artists as David Byrne, John Denver, Kelela, Moondog, Labi Sif, and SWV as well as a guest appearance from Waxahatchee. Metascore: 70 User Score: tbd