New and Notable

Jurassic 5, “Quality Control,” Interscope. The rap sextet favors light-hearted, gun-free stories of life in Los Angeles. On its debut album, Jurassic 5 takes a decidedly fresh route with its lyrics and its music. (Soren Baker)

Nelly, “Country Grammar,” Universal. This debut collection establishes the St. Louis rapper as a force to be reckoned with. The combination of easygoing rapping and easily accessible production pushes his album over the top. (S.B.)

Wiskey Biscuit, “Santa Ana River Delta Blues,” Shipwrecords.com. The L.A. band has created an intriguing blend of Stones-y swagger, ‘60s country-rock, early punk and post-punk. More than your basic garage-rock.