Relentlessly entertaining, life-affirming stuff, crackling with muscular energy.

James refines his sound on this Blue Note debut, with impressive results.

Vaughan’s retooling of the blues made it relevant to a new generation.

Super live cuts and studio extras which offer proof of Guy’s ageless appeal.

Trumpeter’s fourth LP tours the musical globe for compositional inspiration.

An important, enlightening document of Miles in a state of stylistic transition.

A pale live release, recommended for the hardcore only.

Inter-generational summit sets the standard for 21st century blues.

The jazz great evokes this music’s golden era on a new set of live songs.

The union of ECM with Potter promises to be a happy and fruitful one.

A good introduction, albeit a wandering one.

Seems sure to appeal equally to fans of Polar Bear, Lockheart and the Duke.

Assured and sophisticated acoustic jazz with deep roots in the tradition.

Ellington et al would be proud of Carrington’s 21st century reinterpretations.

An engrossing, beautifully produced album from a player and composer to watch.

Hunter’s latest cuts recall the golden ages of soul and blues.

Truffaz remains one of the most consistently creative trumpeters around.

Eastwood’s finest album to date, with a timeless quality.

The most exciting and substantial Coleman release of the last few years.

Electro trio travels further from the dancefloor, picking up new tricks as they go.

An ambitious “symphony” with its roots in techno, recalling classical minimalists.

A calmer, more measured set than fans of the man’s music might be expecting.

London producer coaxes new flavour from familiar ingredients.

If you want proof that dubstep still has a soul, start here.

An underwhelming second album that misfires more than not.

Animated and unrelenting debut set from London electro-rock quartet.

Boards of Canada’s breakthrough is a piece of vital electronica history.

Proves that potential mass appeal need not come at the expense of creative flair.

Radiohead frontman remains instantly recognisable despite electronic disguise.

The catalyst of creation located in the power of psychic persuasion.

This is Autechre operating at their highest level since 1998’s LP5.

Ten-year overview showcasing the talent of an electro A-lister.

A stars-bound journey away from the drudgery of everyday ordinariness.

Few will grow tired of these intimate songs living in their headphones.

British producer plays weird with his inspirations on a seductive debut.

Second set from Glaswegian electro duo, successfully expanding their debut’s palette.

Impressive fifth album from producer Simon Green, building on previous triumphs.

Meticulous and soulful, this is exemplary electronic RnB.

The Swedes’ fourth LP is something else, but something profoundly exhilarating.

A new chapter begins for Keys on this confident, assured album.

A worthy, satisfying indulgence that’s been a long time coming.

Ipswich rapper offers much more than a simple stopgap release.

A second solo set that’s bold of ambition, but flawed of execution.

Edinburgh-based rap trio impresses with this potential-rich collection.

A frequently beautiful second LP from the LA producer.

Authoritatively compiled 60-track collection of RnB classics.

Debut album proper from the hyped New York rapper doesn't quite deliver.

A quick, transitional recording for the veteran MC.

A polished, heartfelt collection of sincerely delivered RnB.

Deliciously mellow instrumentals from the Californian producer and DJ.