Another surprising effort from the Australian producer, slightly more reminiscent of HudMo this time.

Phenomenal.

Just immerse yourself in 'A Weird Exits' instead.

It's funky. So what?

Is it intelligent satire or sugary pop? Nobody can determine the agenda of the London label. Either way, this is perhaps a little more intriguing and diverse than its predecessor. Look out for the contribution from 'felicita'.

Mixpak artists are definitely the ones to watch for next year.

Sleigh Bells still suffer the curse of not being able to deliver something of as high a calibre as their impressive 'Treats'. Still, this is a valiant attempt.

A significant improvement on its predecessor.

With tracks that wouldn't appear out of place in a Marcel Dettmann set, this is the duo's most mature and refined album to date.

It's an interesting perspective of trance, but it sadly loses out on trance's most vital element- the sheer fun.

Immersive electronica

Nostalgia-inducing house for 90s ravers

An album dedicated to those who, as children, would create percussion rhythms by banging relentlessly on their washing machine, much to the dismay of their parents. An intriguing concept for an album and a captivating end product.

Mix of the year, hands down

A masterclass in creating a powerful sense of dread

UK hip hop remains as politically relevant as ever. 'Europe is Lost' is such a delightfully biting track

Satisfyingly grim and macabre. Proof that Danny Brown and Warp is a match made in heaven, or more accurately, hell

Beautifully resonant and poignant. Cave and company have crafted something truly psychologically affecting, transforming inexplicable sorrow into a masterpiece

This is quite possibly the most intimate and fragile the band have ever sounded. I particularly admire the inclusion of orchestral arrangements to add a sense of urgency to some songs and a tinge of melancholy to others.

The master crafters return to strike fear and tragedy into the hearts of their listeners. And they do a damn good job of it.