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Costello and his longtime band use familiar building blocks -- pumped-up riffs, fleet wordplay, an omnivorous musical appetite -- yet reassemble them in unexpected ways.

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Chan Marshall's third covers album muses on friends, lovers, and identities lost to time with songs originally by the Pogues, Lana Del Rey, and more.

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The Denver duo pare down to their core elements for a refreshingly spontaneous fourth outing.

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The indie jam band sextet discovers a more ambitious sound with production help from Matt Sweeney.

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Hour-long collection of non-album works from master harpist Mary Lattimore, ranking among the best of her solo releases.

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Sharper and more direct than earlier projects, the fourth album from this always-innovative rapper is a powerful reflection on surviving exceptionally heavy times.

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Singer Matthew Murphy's hedonism and self-loathing make for literate and engaging '90s-style Brit-pop on the U.K. band's fifth album.

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Dogs Die in Hot Cars

Please Describe Yourself

August 31, 2004

Alternative/Indie Rock

Despite their poorly chosen name, this chipper debut is a surprisingly solid one-off from the underrated Scottish crew who never made it to a second LP. Showcasing their Big Country/XTC love, the set features a slew of fun, singalong anthems, but none surpass their one major hit, "I Love You Cause I Have To." Also check out the pining "Celebrity Sanctum" and "Modern Woman," as well as the hard-charging "Pastimes & Lifestyles."

- Neil Z. Yeung

Kid Cudi

Passion, Pain & Demon Slayin'

December 16, 2016

Alternative Rap

As the name would suggest, Passion, Pain, & Demon Slayer is not for the faint of heart. Kid Cudi's lyrics and sound are intensely introspective and slightly depressing as if you're floating in space alone. This album is for those looking for music to drift to as they self-reflect.

- Kylie Lynne