This weeks new music releases. To see last weeks releases (out Aug. 3), click here; for releases out out July 27, click here.
Animal Collective, ODDSAC (Swiss Dots)
A feature film collaboration between Animal Collective and debut filmmaker/visual artist Danny Perez described as "a dense and surreal layering of audio and visual elements that eschews conventional narrative to create a visceral, immersive experience." The DVD also includes an original score with new songs from the band.
Black Label Society, Order Of The Black (E1)
Sarah Blasko, As Day Follows Night (Dramatico)
The Australian singer-songwriter's third LP, As Day Follows Night — which was named Album Of The Year by Triple J Radio, Australias largest radio network — finally sees its official release in the U.S. Check out her video for the song, "No Turning Back" below.
BRAD, Best Friends? (Monkeywrench)
The fourth record from the project featuring vocalist/pianist Shawn Smith, guitarist Stone Gossard (Pearl Jam), drummer Regan Hagar (Satchel) and bassist Mike Berg.