Our favorite new albums this week: Coldplay, Morrissey, The Roots, and more

We listen to new music every week, but finding out what's new isn't always easy. Below is a list of our favorite new albums and single that dropped this week so you can keep your head bobbing all through your commute and drum on your desk to the dismay of all your co-workers. Here are the best releases for the third week of May 2014.

New Albums for May 21, 2014

Ghost Stories

Coldplay

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Coldplay took off into the stratosphere of success over a decade ago and still hasn't come down. Every album since 2000 has peaked at the top spot on U.S. charts and this collection of comfort music is poised to do the same.

…And Then You Shoot Your Cousin

The Roots

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The legendary Roots crew continues to find time to produce full albums between being the house band for Jimmy Fallon. This album gives the band a chance to do some cultural examination through satire.

Wine Dark Sea

Jolie Holland

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Versatile singer-songwriter Jolie Holland pulls more musicians into the studio to put together her sixth album, Wine Dark Sea. With the backing of multiple guitars, horns, and drummers, she explores a bluesy sound.

Forget the World

AfroJack

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Dutch producer and DJ AfroJack has plenty of backup for his first official album. Already touring with some of the biggest names in music, his album features the likes of Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa, Sting, and more. 

Friendly Bacteria

Mr. Scruff

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British electronic music producer and DJ Mr. Scruff has been mixing music since 1994. With plenty of experience under his belt, he offers up Friendly Bacteria, an album with more funk than previous releases.

Reachy Prints

Plaid

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The duo of electronic musicians who have been pioneers of the genre have an updated sound on their sixth studio album while managing to maintain the intelligent edge they've always infused into their music.

Sound Mirror

Syd Arthur

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Hailing from Canterbury, the foursome of Syd Arthur has readied its sophomore release. The psych-rock band reaches into their bag of psychedelic tricks to create an impressive and well-produced album.

Kludge

Pujol

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Nashville's own Pujol has released his second studio album on Saddle Creek Records. Those familiar with the artist can expect more earnestness in this offering, while those new to Pujol will enjoy the catchy qualities. 

Behind the Light

Phillip Phillips

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The second album from former American Idol winner Phillip Phillips offers a more mature sound while pulling upon new influences and capitalizing upon the success of the stripped down folk rock sound.

New Singles

You Don't Know What to Do

Mariah Carey f. Wale

iTunes

Music's other favorite diva (behind Beyonce) is back with a sneak peak at her upcoming album. Featuring rapper Wale, the song invokes the disco-style dance music a la Daft Punk.

Beware the Dog

The Griswolds

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Australian exports the Griswolds only have an EP out so far, but they've built up plenty of hype for a full length release soon. The first taste fans can get is "Beware the Dog," a teaser to what listeners can expect later this year.

Bartender

Lady Antebellum

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Country stars Lady Antebellum touches upon a popular topic in country music: Drinking. The song tells the story of a heartbroken woman who fights back the pain by partying with her friends. It's a tried and true country formula.

Upside Down Frankenstein

Tweak Bird

SoundCloud

Tweak Bird is a two-piece rock outfit consisting of brothers Caleb and Ashton Bird. Sharing a two-sided 7″-inch split with King Buzzo, the two rockers trot out a track that terrorizespopular dance tracks.

Istanbul

Morrissey

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The former frontman of the Smiths, Morrissey, has a new album due out this July, but he's slowly be revealing pieces of of in the meantime. The third single from the album, "Istanbul," dropped with a spoken word video.

Love Someone

Jason Mraz

iTunes | YouTube

Jason Mraz has become a summer standard, releasing lovely, light, and danceable music crafted perfectly for the warmer months. "Love Someone" follows that tradition and previews upcoming album Yes!

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