First off, I'll co-sign Bruce's endorsement of Boris, Ladytron, The GZA and Bison, all good records and all solid listens that might have made top 10 in a weaker year. Here's a few more.
Prodigy, "HNIC pt. 2" Not as compulsively listenable as last year's Return of the Mac "mixtape", this record still benefits from the fire that an impending stint in the bing lit under P's ass. With better production and a bit more focus this would have been great, as it is it's mostly pretty good. It's best moments harness a spooky, weary energy that make the most of Prodigy's pathetic, burnt out hood-soldier routine.
Booka Shade, "The Sun & the Neon Light" Frankfurt's poster boys for tasteful, minimal electrohouse deliver a pleasing little slice of mellow business. No standout dancefloor monsters, mostly just chill head nodding goodness with the occasional twitch. Good for the occasional late night walk or what have you.
Mindless Self Indulgence, "If" Consistently the band that most appeals to my inner 15 year old, MSI serve up another platter of juvenile but appealing nonsense. "Never Wanted to Dance" is the best track they've written since "Faggot", and the rest of the record keeps pace with it's energy. Solid production helps elevate this one from the novelty band territory currently ruled by the likes of The Electric Six.
The Bug, "London Zoo" Dubby electronics with some zesty toasting by various dancehall artists doesn't ever really break out the way I wanted it to, but was still pleasant enough. This one seemed to ride the critical enthusiasm for dubstep that Burial kicked off last year. It ain't that kind of a beast really, but is still a decent listen.
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