House of Balloons — 2011

A dark, atmospheric mixtape debut that reshaped R&B. Bold and influential. A landmark. Their best-placed record on our lists, and a genuine essential.

On vinyl: A vinyl-revival-era release, so fresh pressings are usually easy to find new.

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