Reviews 
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2013-03-08
Nostalchic Lapalux
British producer plays weird with his inspirations on a seductive debut.reviewed by Louis Pattison
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2013-02-25
Wrath of Caine Pusha T
Virginia rapper successfully expands his skill set on this lean mixtape.reviewed by Adam Kennedy
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2013-02-18
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Gifted LA siblings come of age, and you’ll want what they’re having.reviewed by Si Hawkins
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2013-01-18
Hardcourage FaltyDL
A calmer, more measured set than fans of the man’s music might be expecting.reviewed by Rory Gibb
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2013-01-16
News From Nowhere Darkstar
Electro trio travels further from the dancefloor, picking up new tricks as they go.reviewed by Louis Pattison
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2013-01-09
Home Nosaj Thing
A frequently beautiful second LP from the LA producer.reviewed by Mike Diver
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2012-12-03
White Label Classics Ruff Sqwad
Nostalgic grime heaven for long-term fans of east London’s finest crews.reviewed by Joseph 'JP' Patterson
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2012-11-12
Hemlock Recordings Chapter One Various Artists
Celebratory mix marking four years of business for the dubstep-and-more label.reviewed by Rory Gibb
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2012-10-18
Lonely at the Top Lukid
A sometimes messy mix of styles – but when it works, it’s remarkable.reviewed by Chris Power
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2012-10-16
Release Pangaea
Producer’s progress from pure dubstep is marked by moments of compelling abstraction.reviewed by Chris Power
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2012-10-11
Alone Together Karriem Riggins
A riveting expression of gratitude for J Dilla, and for Detroit itself.reviewed by Marcus J. Moore
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2012-09-24
Breakthrough The Gaslamp Killer
A formidable and immersive debut from the Californian turntablist.reviewed by Ian Roullier
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2012-09-20
Until the Quiet Comes Flying Lotus
California producer finds his happy place on this exceptional LP.reviewed by Marcus J. Moore
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2012-08-08
To the Fly Oris Jay Darqwan
Overdue debut album from the influential Sheffield producer.reviewed by Ben Arnold
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2012-07-04
Playin’ Me Cooly G
A sophisticated blend of modern dance music genres.reviewed by Chris Power
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2012-06-11
Mysterious Phonk: Chronicles of SpaceGhostPurrp SpaceGhostPurrp
Sinister and shadowy raps to enjoy at your own risk.reviewed by Darren Loucaides
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2012-04-23
R.I.P. Actress
Dancefloor dynamics remain remote; but Actress beguiles with uncommon production nous.reviewed by Chris Power
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2012-03-26
The OF Tape Vol. 2 Odd Future Wolf Gang Kill Them All
‘Post-fame’ follow-up to notorious rap crew’s 2008 online-only debut.reviewed by Paul Lester
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2012-03-06
Pretty Ugly DVA
An exhilarating debut album from Leon Smart’s DVA alias, full of complexity.reviewed by Ian Roullier
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2012-02-27
When You’re Gone Lapalux
A genuinely brilliant EP, but its maker is still to reveal his full potential.reviewed by Ele Beattie
