The start of it all, and simply the greatest album ever produced. No introduction can neglect this phenomenal album.

Despite their current stagnation, this album remains a classic, featuring many of their greatest works. Deep and emotional, and timeless.

The best hip-hop team of the modern era, and this is their piece de resistance. Sublime beats and rapping, showing that they are the masters of soulful as well as dark-edged hip-hop.

Another great new talent, and one to look out for. Taking blues to the new millenium in astounding style.

How could we forget about this classic? The pioneers of the new movements in electronic music, and despite moving somewhat into Jazzanova's shadow, still ahead of the rest of the pack.

For those of you who think of Aphex's darker moments, think again. 15 years before "chill out" allegedly emerged, Aphex Twin was there, that's still as fresh as ever.

Pure energy and ecstasy: jazz with heaviness.

Another album fusing live and electronic production to devestating effect. Simultaneously subtle and intense...and superb.

Latin music receives the future treatment, with beautiful soundscapes as a result.

What is this? Is it really possible? So many questions linger after listening to Gottsching's sublime opus.