Fort Romeau: Insides
London's Fort Romeau delivers a treat for progressive house fans and old-school electronica devotees alike.
electronica
John Grant: John Grant and the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra: Live in Concert
Celebrated singer-songwriter John Grant collaborates with the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, in what proves to be one of the most incendiary live albums in recent memory.
Ben Frost: V A R I A N T
A U R O R A has a little step-sister named V A R I A N T. And just like that, Ben Frost's discography is saddled with an attractive piece of filler.
Loveskills: Pure EP
Buy this EP if you’re fondly nostalgic for ‘90s alt-rock done dance-style, and stick around for some highly entertaining and engaging electonic songs that stand up in their own right.
Information Society: _hello world
While this trio may be a product of a certain day and age, it’s nice to hear that they aren't interested in rehashing old glories, necessarily.
Various Artists: XL Records – Pay Close Attention
A concise, pure and punchy pop history lesson.
Kasabian: 48:13
On 48:13, Kasabian largely eschew rock, pop and melody for a sound dominated by electronica and synths. With this they have lost a lot of what made them so good.
Echaskech: Origin
The third album by Echaskech, their first since 2009's Shatterproof, sees London producers Dom Hoare and Andy Gillham honing their sound craft with immersive results.
The Mast: Pleasure Island
Goodbye, guitars. Hello, electronics.
Hauschka: Abandoned City
Abandoned City is a concept that is invigorating to listen to, and the push and pull between various strands might leave you, at times, feeling utterly and completely and totally breathless.
Matthew Wilcock: Floating Metal Key EP
Glitched out, wiggy bass music from heavyweight sound designing newcomer Matthew Wilcock
Mirror Talk – “This Woman’s Work” (video)
Synth-based quartet covers Kate Bush in first of a series of live videos.