Cardigans singer Nina Persson rounds up a range of special guests – and her own husband – for her side-project's second album.

inthenews.co.uk's Lee Davis looks at the bewitching debut album from 22-year-old Alison Sudol.

Balearic Beats provide the background to an hour of ambient electronic sound with occasional vocal interludes, writes Ben Brady

Chris O'Toole on an exceedingly good, eccentric, warped asnd triumphant effort from the London jazz-punks.

AFI aim to make it three platinum records in a row with their latest studio offering, writes John Brunskill.

inthenews.co.uk's Mike Cotgreave is unmoved by a weird, antiquated and unpleasant offering from a Swedish pair.

A much more laid-back record than previous offerings, Akon has matured musically, which could be helped by his successful producing ventures.

Reissue of debut EP by hoary old-time New York rockers, recently seen supporting Oasis.

Having found fame in her own right after her performances on Strictly Come Dancing, Alesha releases a solo album to show us all what she can do.

inthenews.co.uk's Hannah Tipple finds a debut effort that smacks of Tori Amos without the gumption.

Richard Chamberlain on an absolutely stunning return from the grunge veterans.

inthenews.co.uk's Muriel Taing is stunned by an incredible, soulful, and unforgettable voice.

Louise McCudden on a new effort of soft subtle soul with the occasional glimmer of attitude from the multiple Grammy winner.

Redundant synth-fiddling from the Danish pop group.

Retro 80s pop revival band hailing from Denmark. All the best dazzling pop bands rolled into one cute and cuddly package.

inthenews.co.uk's James Cooper is moved to pack up his bags and head off to west Africa with a tape recorder.

Jula Ross on an elaborate, hazy and epic opening effort from a Brooklyn quintet.

The Scottish songstress' sophomore album offers Amy's strong vocals alongside personal stories of love, living, and the hopes the singer has for others.

Amy Speace's latest offering of Americana folk is pleasing, if a little paint-by-numbers.

In a deviation from her previous album, Amy manages to deliver sassy and penetrating lyrics.

inthenews.co.uk's sees Anastacia collaborating with Ne-Yo, JR Rotem, Guy Chambers and Rodney Jerkins on a sexy, retro collection.

Razorlight's drummer Andy Burrows brings us an encouraging debut solo album, which is quite delightful – and curiously devoid of almost any drumming at all.

Formerly of Roxy Music, Andy Mackay issues a collection of works inspired by his tours of the planet's major cities.

John McGlone on offcuts from the Maryland outift's classic Merriweather Post Pavilion. Makes most bands' prime cuts seem downright grizzly.

inthenews.co.uk's Daniel Shane finds the psychedelic New York folksters bravely going where none have gone before.

The mistress of mash-up returns with an album packed with bassline bangers from some of dance music's freshest and most exciting acts.

A perfectly judged suite of exquisite sadness, enveloping the listener in its icy beauty.

Chris Jefferies on a complex and mature effort from Alex Turner and co that begs patience of the listener but rewards the wait with depth and sophistication in spades.

In pure fashion of the artist, the disc encapsulates a variety of stories and ideas that are translated into a divine mix of acoustics and vocals that will have you feeling at ease as they fill your ears.

inthenews.co.uk's Muriel Taing isn't overly moved by the new sextet's pop-punk collection.

Third album from confrontational, caustic and comedic Anglo-Germanic rock band; incidentally produced by Frank Black of the Pixies.

Samantha Cullen on the fourth album from the Coldplay soundalike four-piece from Deptford.

inthenews.co.uk's Will Stevens discovers some Scottish indie rockers getting ready to party like it's 1994.

Double release from retro-metallers Avenged Sevenfold, that includes a live DVD and 11-track rarities CD.