Notable vinyl releases out this Friday - June 12, 2026

Bebe Rexha enters a new chapter with Dirty Blonde, her first release as an independent artist after signing with EMPIRE. Known for her Grammy-winning songwriting on Eminem’s “The Monster” and chart-topping collaborations with David Guetta and Florida Georgia Line, Rexha continues to showcase her versatility across genres. Recorded in London, Tokyo, and across Europe, the 13-track album reflects the influence of her travels, blending club-ready dance anthems with more personal and introspective moments. Described as a “genre kaleidoscope,” Dirty Blonde also marks Rexha’s first visual album and a major creative reset. The lead single, “New Religion,” reworks Faithless’ dance classic “Insomnia” into a modern club anthem.

BIG BRAVE’s tenth album, In Grief or in Hope, sees the trio expanding their sound with heavier, guitar-driven compositions while retaining the emotional intensity that defines their work. Recorded live in the studio with longtime touring bassist Liam Andrews joining Robin Wattie and Mathieu Ball, the album features richly layered arrangements filled with harmonics, distortion, and dynamic contrasts. Inspired by themes of grief, hope, life, and death, the record balances crushing sonic weight with moments of striking beauty. Several tracks reference earlier releases, reflecting on the band’s artistic evolution while pointing toward new creative directions. Wattie’s powerful vocals move between haunting restraint and direct emotional expression, supported by dense strings, towering chords, and experimental textures. Blending vulnerability, tension, and catharsis, In Grief or in Hope is both a reflection on BIG BRAVE’s past and a bold step forward.

Almost Waking is a collaborative album from Guatemalan cellist, vocalist, and composer Mabe Fratti and acclaimed experimental guitarist Bill Orcutt. The project began after the two connected online, with Orcutt sending Fratti a series of solo guitar recordings that became the foundation for the album. Fratti and collaborator I. La Católica developed cello arrangements and vocal melodies around Orcutt’s distinctive guitar work, resulting in a collection of spacious, melodic pieces with a strong nostalgic atmosphere. Blending Fratti’s avant-pop and electroacoustic sensibilities with Orcutt’s raw, improvisational approach, the album balances careful composition with an organic, exploratory spirit. Recorded in Mexico City and San Francisco, Almost Waking features guitar by Bill Orcutt and cello and vocals by Mabe Fratti, with additional arrangement contributions from I. La Católica on select tracks. The album was mixed by Santiago Parra and mastered by James Plotkin.

With The Landfill, Fruit Bats return with one of their most immediate and collaborative albums to date. Following the spontaneous songwriting approach of 2023’s Baby Man, Eric D. Johnson brought fresh material straight into the studio with his longtime band, capturing performances live with minimal overdubs and no click tracks. Recorded at Bear Creek Studios and mixed by longtime collaborator Thom Monahan, the album highlights the chemistry of a group that has spent over a decade touring together. The result is a warm, vibrant collection of songs that balances psychedelic textures, heartfelt songwriting, and full-band energy. Both deeply personal and musically expansive, The Landfill finds Johnson exploring themes of hope, anxiety, love, and change with renewed openness.

Horse Lords’ Demand to Be Taken to Heaven Alive! blends intricate composition with an unmistakably human energy. The Baltimore experimental quartet expands its sound here with contributions from bass clarinetist Madison Greenstone, trombonist Weston Olencki, and, for the first time, vocalists Nina Guo and Evelyn Saylor. Created across multiple cities, the album reflects the band’s collaborative trust and adventurous approach to rhythm, harmony, and structure. Drawing on influences ranging from sacred harp music to algorithmic composition, the songs explore themes of transformation, perspective, community, and transcendence. Tracks such as “Eureka 378-B” and “After the Last Sky” balance conceptual depth with powerful emotional impact. Rich in detail yet deeply engaging, Demand to Be Taken to Heaven Alive! reveals new layers with every listen.

Jon “Mr. Blues Explosion” returns with Songs of Personal Loss and Protest, recorded with his touring band following 2024’s Sick of Being Sick!. The album continues his raw mix of garage rock, punk energy, and soulful distortion. Joined by Spider Bowman on drums and Kendall Wind on bass, the rhythm section delivers a tight, high-impact foundation shaped by years of relentless touring. Across 12 original tracks, the record captures the intensity and immediacy of Jon’s renowned live shows, known for their loud, sweat-soaked, and high-voltage performances across the world. Songs of Personal Loss and Protest pushes his explosive style further, blending emotional urgency with fuzzed-out riffs and uncompromising rock’n’roll expression.

Syrian-Armenian-American artist KÁRYYN returns with her second album, Physics Universal Love Language (PULL), released via Mute. Blending experimental pop with electronic textures, strings, modular synths, and her distinctive vocals, the album explores themes of love, transformation, vulnerability, and personal growth. Co-produced by KÁRYYN alongside Hudson Mohawke and James Ford, and mixed by Marta Salogni, PULL combines emotional depth with meticulous sonic detail. Additional contributions come from Jacques Greene on “FWD,” while Joker handled mastering. Tuned to 432Hz, the album reflects KÁRYYN’s ongoing fascination with the relationship between sound, energy, and human connection. Both intimate and expansive, PULL is a bold and immersive work that examines collapse, renewal, and the forces that draw us toward one another.

Keith Urban embraces the laid-back spirit of classic yacht rock on Flow State, a collection of timeless soft-rock favorites alongside one new original song. The album features Urban’s interpretations of classics including “Summer Breeze,” “Baby Come Back,” and “Just the Two of Us,” while the new track “We Go Back” features Michael McDonald. Guest appearances from Little Big Town and John Mayer add further star power, contributing to versions of “Magnet and Steel” and “Guitar Man.” Inspired by the uplifting and escapist qualities of yacht rock, Flow State celebrates music’s ability to bring people together and provide comfort during challenging times. Warm, nostalgic, and easygoing, the album captures the feel-good optimism that made these songs enduring favorites.

Kelsey Lu returns with So Help Me God, her first album since 2019’s Blood. Co-produced by Lu, Jack Antonoff, and Yves Rothman, the 10-track record features contributions from Sampha, Kamasi Washington, and Kim Gordon. Blending distorted guitars, choral arrangements, and dark electronic textures, the album moves between intimate moments and cinematic scope. Expanding on the multidisciplinary approach that connects Lu’s music, visual art, and performance work, So Help Me God marks the return of one of contemporary music’s most distinctive voices.

Mission of Mercy showcases Mike Campbell’s songwriting versatility, moving from the driving rock and roll of “I Remember” to the Americana-leaning ballad “More Than Gold” and the Brian Wilson-inspired psychedelia of the title track. Expanding on the sound established by The Dirty Knobs, the album explores new musical directions while maintaining the band’s energetic, full-throttle approach throughout.

MONO’s Snowdrop was recorded in the wake of the passing of longtime collaborator Steve Albini, who had previously worked with the band on their 2023 album OATH. His death left a major impact on the group and their creative process, as Albini had become central to their sound. For Snowdrop, MONO worked with producer Brad Wood, recording at Electrical Audio in Chicago alongside conductor Chad McCullough, a 10-piece orchestra, and an 8-piece choir. The album consists of eight expansive compositions that continue the band’s orchestral post-rock style, captured in the same studio environment that shaped much of their earlier work. Mixed by Wood in Los Angeles, Snowdrop reflects both grief and gratitude, transforming loss into a focused, immersive, and hopeful record.

Three-time Grammy winner Olivia Rodrigo returns with her highly anticipated third studio album, you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love. The release follows her critically acclaimed albums Sour and Guts, continuing her run of emotionally driven, chart-topping pop records.

After nearly 3 decades, Sublime return with Until The Sun Explodes, their first full-length album with Jakob Nowell as front man, on Atlantic Records. Featuring collaborations with H.R. of Bad Brains, Fletcher Dragge of Pennywise, G Love and more, the album stays rooted in the band’s classic sound while opening a new chapter.

The Bobby Lees return with New Self, their fourth album and debut for Epitaph Records, marking a new phase while staying true to their raw punk intensity. Known for their explosive live shows and high-energy recordings, the band has earned praise from artists like Iggy Pop, Debbie Harry, and Henry Rollins. Led by Sam Quartin alongside drummer Macky Bowman and bassist Kendall Wind, the trio continues to push a chaotic yet controlled sound that channels danger and urgency. New Self captures a band stepping into greater confidence, from the fiery “Napoleon” to their offbeat cover of PJ Harvey’s “50ft Queenie.” Fierce, loose, and fully self-assured, the album reflects a band pushing forward without losing their edge.

Three-time Grammy-winning and multi-platinum-selling vocal powerhouse Tori Kelly returns with her sixth studio album, God Must Really Love Me , offering a deeper, more personal look into her most joyful and spiritually grounded body of work yet. Guided by a radiant fusion of R&B, soul, acoustic pop, and gospel, the album takes listeners on an immersive journey of Tori’s new chapter in life. God Must Really Love Me moves with an unhurried ease, echoing the effortless confidence and clarity of vision Tori carried through every step of its creation. LP is pressed on translucent orange color vinyl with black swirls.

Legendary progressive rock band Yes return with their 24th studio album, Aurora. The record began as a loose set of musical fragments that gradually came together during the writing process, with no fixed concept at the outset. A piece titled “Aurora” helped shape the direction of the album, with its associations of light, space, and emergence setting the tone for the finished work. Guitarist Steve Howe describes the sessions as collaborative and exploratory, emphasizing that a Yes album only fully forms through the contribution of every member. With Aurora, Yes continue to evolve rather than revisit the past, sustaining their long-running commitment to musical exploration and progressive composition.