Another big release from an American Idol 2006 alumnus leads the pack this week.
1. Elliott Yamin - Elliott Yamin
It may seem like it's been a long time, but finally the popular 3rd place contestant from the 5th season of American Idol has his debut album in stores.
2. Joss Stone - Introducing Joss Stone
The soulful British singer claims she was dissatisfied with her first two albums, and this is finally the one which represents the "real" Joss Stone.
3. Modest Mouse - We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank
It has been 3 years since the album Good News for People Who Like Bad News made indie rock band Modest Mouse a household name for many music fans. This is their long awaited follow up.
4. Marques Houston - Veteran
This album is designed to represent the emergence of Marques Houston as a true adult artist.
5. Ricky Skaggs and Bruce Hornsby - Ricky Skaggs and Bruce Hornsby
Two of the most respected musicians in bluegrass and pop music collaborate.
6. LCD Soundsystem - Sound of Silver
Producer James Murphy presents the sequel to his critically well-received first LCD Soundsystem album.
7. Baby Boy Da Prince - Across the Water
Baby Boy Da Prince is a rising rapper whose career was nearly destroyed by Hurricane Katrina. This is his first solo album.
8. Tracey Thorn - Out of the Woods
Tracey Thorn is the female half of Everything But the Girl. She took an extended hiatus from music to raise her children. This album marks her return.
9. Stephen Marley - Mind Control
Stephen Marley, son of reggae legend Bob Marley, has been a member of his brother's group Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers and produced work by another brother Damian Marley. This is Stephen's first album as an artist.
10. Andrew Bird - Armchair Apocrypha
Andrew Bird is a musician with a wildly eclectic range of styles and influences.
