The Best Electronic Albums

As an Amazon Associate and CJ Affiliate we earn from qualifying purchases. Links below are affiliate links.

For deeper music journalism and reviews, magazines like Rolling Stone and NME are available through Magzter's digital library — 10,000+ titles on any device.

1. 1
   DiscoveryDaft Punk

   Discovery

   Daft Punk · 2001 · Electronic

   A euphoric, nostalgic blend of house, disco and filtered French touch, home to 'One More Time' and 'Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger'. Glossy, joyful and impeccably sequenced. The duo's most beloved record.

   Vinyl →CD →More →
2. 2
   Random Access MemoriesDaft Punk

   Random Access Memories

   Daft Punk · 2013 · Electronic

   A lavish live-instrument turn away from samples, chasing the warmth of 1970s and 80s studio craft with collaborators like Nile Rodgers. 'Get Lucky' became inescapable. Polished, reverent and grand.

   Vinyl →CD →More →
3. 3
   Dig Your Own HoleThe Chemical Brothers

   Dig Your Own Hole

   The Chemical Brothers · 1997 · Electronic

   Big-beat at its peak, loud, psychedelic and built for festival fields, climaxing in the swirling 'The Private Psychedelic Reel'. Exhilarating. A defining 90s dance record.

   Vinyl →CD →More →
4. 4
   MezzanineMassive Attack

   Mezzanine

   Massive Attack · 1998 · Electronic

   Dark, paranoid trip-hop that traded the warmth of their early work for dread and dub bass, anchored by 'Teardrop' and 'Angel'. Immersive and cinematic. A late-90s landmark.

   Vinyl →CD →More →
5. 5
   DummyPortishead

   Dummy

   Portishead · 1994 · Electronic

   Smoky, cinematic trip-hop built from scratchy samples, spy-film guitar and Beth Gibbons's wounded vocals. Atmospheric and singular. A defining record of the Bristol sound.

   Vinyl →CD →More →
6. 6
   Selected Ambient Works 85-92Aphex Twin

   Selected Ambient Works 85-92

   Aphex Twin · 1992 · Electronic

   A foundational ambient-techno record, melodic and warm beneath its machine textures. Hugely influential and still beautiful. The gateway to Aphex Twin's world.

   Vinyl →CD →More →
7. 7
   UntrueBurial

   Untrue

   Burial · 2007 · Electronic

   Ghostly, rain-soaked dubstep built from pitched vocal fragments and vinyl crackle, evoking late-night London. Deeply atmospheric and emotional. One of the century's defining electronic albums.

   Vinyl →CD →More →
8. 8
   The Fat of the LandThe Prodigy

   The Fat of the Land

   The Prodigy · 1997 · Electronic

   A loud, aggressive crossover smash that took rave energy to rock audiences. 'Firestarter' and 'Breathe' lead it. A defining big-beat record.

   Vinyl →CD →More →
9. 9
   HomeworkDaft Punk

   Homework

   Daft Punk · 1997 · Electronic

   The raw, club-focused debut that helped define French house, built from looping funk and acid lines. 'Da Funk' and 'Around the World' still fill floors. Grittier than what followed and hugely influential.

   Vinyl →CD →More →
10. 10
    SurrenderThe Chemical Brothers

    Surrender

    The Chemical Brothers · 1999 · Electronic

    A euphoric, song-focused big-beat peak, home to 'Hey Boy Hey Girl'. Polished and joyful. One of their best.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
11. 11
    You've Come a Long Way, BabyFatboy Slim

    You've Come a Long Way, Baby

    Fatboy Slim · 1998 · Electronic

    Big-beat at its most fun and accessible, built from cheeky samples and huge hooks. Inescapable in its moment. A party staple.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
12. 12
    DubnobasswithmyheadmanUnderworld

    Dubnobasswithmyheadman

    Underworld · 1994 · Electronic

    A landmark of intelligent dance music, hypnotic and emotional, stream-of-consciousness vocals over deep techno. Immersive and acclaimed. A 90s classic.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
13. 13
    Orbital 2Orbital

    Orbital 2

    Orbital · 1993 · Electronic

    A landmark of melodic, emotional techno, home to 'Halcyon'. Lush and immersive. A genre cornerstone.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
14. 14
    LeftismLeftfield

    Leftism

    Leftfield · 1995 · Electronic

    A landmark of progressive house and dub-techno fusion. Deep and influential. A defining 90s dance record.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
15. 15
    PlayMoby

    Play

    Moby · 1999 · Electronic

    A blues-and-gospel-sampling electronica blockbuster that soundtracked an era. Warm and ubiquitous. A crossover landmark.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
16. 16
    Moon SafariAir

    Moon Safari

    Air · 1998 · Electronic

    A lush, retro-futurist downtempo landmark of warm synths. Dreamy and beloved. A chill-out classic.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
17. 17
    Music Has the Right to ChildrenBoards of Canada

    Music Has the Right to Children

    Boards of Canada · 1998 · Electronic

    Hazy, nostalgic electronica of half-remembered childhood, woozy synths and found voices. Warm, eerie and beloved. A modern ambient touchstone.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
18. 18
    Richard D. James AlbumAphex Twin

    Richard D. James Album

    Aphex Twin · 1996 · Electronic

    A frantic, melodic drill-and-bass peak of beauty and chaos. Inventive and beloved. A genre landmark.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
19. 19
    DrukqsAphex Twin

    Drukqs

    Aphex Twin · 2001 · Electronic

    A sprawling double album swinging between brutal drill-and-bass and tender prepared-piano miniatures. Eclectic and divisive. A maximal late peak.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
20. 20
    Music for the Jilted GenerationThe Prodigy

    Music for the Jilted Generation

    The Prodigy · 1994 · Electronic

    A dark, aggressive rave-to-rock pivot. Loud and acclaimed. A genre high point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
21. 21
    AutobahnKraftwerk

    Autobahn

    Kraftwerk · 1974 · Electronic

    The breakthrough, its 22-minute title piece evoking a drive down the motorway in pure electronics. Pioneering and hypnotic. Where their legend begins.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
22. 22
    Trans-Europe ExpressKraftwerk

    Trans-Europe Express

    Kraftwerk · 1977 · Electronic

    A sleek, romantic concept album about European travel that shaped electro, hip-hop and techno. Hypnotic and forward-looking. Hugely influential.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
23. 23
    The Man-MachineKraftwerk

    The Man-Machine

    Kraftwerk · 1978 · Electronic

    Pristine, melodic electro-pop of robots and cities, home to 'The Model'. Clean and iconic. A peak of their catalogue.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
24. 24
    Computer WorldKraftwerk

    Computer World

    Kraftwerk · 1981 · Electronic

    A prescient meditation on data, machines and digital life, tighter and funkier than ever. Decades ahead of its time. Essential Kraftwerk.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
25. 25
    Ambient 1: Music for AirportsBrian Eno

    Ambient 1: Music for Airports

    Brian Eno · 1978 · Electronic

    The album that named and defined ambient music, designed to be as ignorable as it is interesting. Calm and revolutionary. A genre's foundation.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
26. 26
    Another Green WorldBrian Eno

    Another Green World

    Brian Eno · 1975 · Electronic

    A delicate balance of song and instrumental texture, gentle and exploratory. A pivot toward ambient. Quietly influential.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
27. 27
    ViolatorDepeche Mode

    Violator

    Depeche Mode · 1990 · Electronic

    The album that made them stadium-sized, marrying dark synth-pop to real songcraft on 'Personal Jesus' and 'Enjoy the Silence'. Sleek and brooding. Their peak.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
28. 28
    TechniqueNew Order

    Technique

    New Order · 1989 · Electronic

    A bright, Ibiza-influenced dance-rock peak. Tuneful and beloved. A high point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
29. 29
    DebutBjörk

    Debut

    Björk · 1993 · Electronic

    A vibrant, eclectic solo debut blending pop, house and jazz. Inventive and beloved. A breakthrough.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
30. 30
    PostBjörk

    Post

    Björk · 1995 · Electronic

    An eclectic, adventurous record swinging from techno to big-band. Inventive and acclaimed. A creative peak.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
31. 31
    HomogenicBjörk

    Homogenic

    Björk · 1997 · Electronic

    A bold, beat-driven art-pop peak of strings and volcanic emotion. Singular and acclaimed. Her masterpiece.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
32. 32
    Endtroducing.....DJ Shadow

    Endtroducing.....

    DJ Shadow · 1996 · Electronic

    A landmark instrumental hip-hop record built entirely from samples. Cinematic and influential. A production milestone.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
33. 33
    Since I Left YouThe Avalanches

    Since I Left You

    The Avalanches · 2000 · Electronic

    A joyous, sample-collage masterpiece of sunny plunderphonics. Dazzling and beloved. A singular record.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
34. 34
    Blue LinesMassive Attack

    Blue Lines

    Massive Attack · 1991 · Electronic

    Often credited with inventing trip-hop, a slow, soulful blend of hip-hop, dub and soul that set a template for the decade. Smooth and innovative. A genuine pioneer.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
35. 35
    MaxinquayeTricky

    Maxinquaye

    Tricky · 1995 · Electronic

    A murky, paranoid trip-hop landmark of blurred vocals and dread. Atmospheric and acclaimed. A genre cornerstone.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
36. 36
    GorillazGorillaz

    Gorillaz

    Gorillaz · 2001 · Electronic

    A grimy, eclectic debut blending hip-hop, rock and dub, home to 'Clint Eastwood'. Fresh and fun. A striking arrival.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
37. 37
    Demon DaysGorillaz

    Demon Days

    Gorillaz · 2005 · Electronic

    A dark, genre-blending peak of the virtual band, home to 'Feel Good Inc.'. Inventive and huge. Their masterpiece.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
38. 38
    CrossJustice

    Cross

    Justice · 2007 · Electronic

    Maximalist, distorted French electro-house, brash and thrilling. 'D.A.N.C.E.' anchors it. A defining dance record of the late 2000s.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
39. 39
    KalaM.I.A.

    Kala

    M.I.A. · 2007 · Electronic

    A wild, globe-spanning blend of dancehall, electro and protest, home to 'Paper Planes'. Bold and acclaimed. A genre-blurring landmark.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
40. 40
    SettleDisclosure

    Settle

    Disclosure · 2013 · Electronic

    A polished, soulful debut that revived UK house for a new generation, full of vocal hooks. Slick and danceable. A modern dance staple.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
41. 41
    In ColourJamie xx

    In Colour

    Jamie xx · 2015 · Electronic

    A warm, nostalgic solo record drawing on UK rave history, melodic and emotional. 'Loud Places' is a highlight. A beautiful dance album.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
42. 42
    Exit Planet DustThe Chemical Brothers

    Exit Planet Dust

    The Chemical Brothers · 1995 · Electronic

    A grimy, funky big-beat debut. Loud and beloved. A genre landmark.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
43. 43
    Better Living Through ChemistryFatboy Slim

    Better Living Through Chemistry

    Fatboy Slim · 1996 · Electronic

    A fun, sample-heavy big-beat debut. Bouncy and beloved. A genre highlight.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
44. 44
    ExperienceThe Prodigy

    Experience

    The Prodigy · 1992 · Electronic

    A vibrant rave-era debut of breakbeat hardcore energy. Fun and influential. The start of their run.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
45. 45
    Beaucoup FishUnderworld

    Beaucoup Fish

    Underworld · 1999 · Electronic

    A polished, melodic techno peak. Immersive and beloved. A high point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
46. 46
    In SidesOrbital

    In Sides

    Orbital · 1996 · Electronic

    A lush, emotional techno peak of melodic depth. Immersive and acclaimed. A high point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
47. 47
    SnivilisationOrbital

    Snivilisation

    Orbital · 1994 · Electronic

    A politically tinged, intricate techno peak. Immersive and acclaimed. A high point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
48. 48
    SyroAphex Twin

    Syro

    Aphex Twin · 2014 · Electronic

    A warm, melodic comeback after years away. Inventive and acclaimed. A Grammy-winning return.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
49. 49
    Tri RepetaeAutechre

    Tri Repetae

    Autechre · 1995 · Electronic

    A cold, intricate IDM landmark of machine rhythm and texture. Challenging and influential. A genre cornerstone.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
50. 50
    AmberAutechre

    Amber

    Autechre · 1994 · Electronic

    A warm, melodic early IDM peak. Inventive and beloved. A genre cornerstone.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
51. 51
    Hard Normal DaddySquarepusher

    Hard Normal Daddy

    Squarepusher · 1997 · Electronic

    A frantic, jazzy drill-and-bass peak. Inventive and beloved. A genre highlight.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
52. 52
    GeogaddiBoards of Canada

    Geogaddi

    Boards of Canada · 2002 · Electronic

    A darker, denser follow-up to Music Has the Right to Children. Eerie and beloved. A high point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
53. 53
    RoundsFour Tet

    Rounds

    Four Tet · 2003 · Electronic

    A warm, organic blend of folk textures and electronic beats, intricate and humane. A folktronica landmark. Endlessly replayable.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
54. 54
    There Is Love in YouFour Tet

    There Is Love in You

    Four Tet · 2010 · Electronic

    A warm, melodic folktronica peak. Hypnotic and acclaimed. A high point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
55. 55
    SwimCaribou

    Swim

    Caribou · 2010 · Electronic

    A liquid, melodic dance record of warmth and invention. Hypnotic and emotional. A modern electronic favourite.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
56. 56
    Our LoveCaribou

    Our Love

    Caribou · 2014 · Electronic

    A warm, emotional dance peak of melodic invention. Hypnotic and acclaimed. A high point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
57. 57
    Black SandsBonobo

    Black Sands

    Bonobo · 2010 · Electronic

    A lush, organic blend of downtempo electronics and live instrumentation. Warm and cinematic. A beloved chill-out record.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
58. 58
    CosmogrammaFlying Lotus

    Cosmogramma

    Flying Lotus · 2010 · Electronic

    A dense, cosmic fusion of electronic, jazz and hip-hop, dazzling and immersive. Ambitious and acclaimed. A modern landmark.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
59. 59
    Los AngelesFlying Lotus

    Los Angeles

    Flying Lotus · 2008 · Electronic

    A dense, woozy beat-scene landmark. Inventive and influential. A breakthrough.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
60. 60
    ImmunityJon Hopkins

    Immunity

    Jon Hopkins · 2013 · Electronic

    A widescreen techno journey from euphoric peaks to ambient comedown, beautifully produced. Immersive and emotional. A modern electronic high point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
61. 61
    BicepBicep

    Bicep

    Bicep · 2017 · Electronic

    A lush, nostalgic dance debut of emotional house and techno. Hypnotic and acclaimed. A breakthrough.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
62. 62
    PhaedraTangerine Dream

    Phaedra

    Tangerine Dream · 1974 · Electronic

    A pioneering sequencer-driven electronic landmark of hypnotic drift. Spacious and influential. A genre cornerstone.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
63. 63
    OxygeneJean-Michel Jarre

    Oxygene

    Jean-Michel Jarre · 1976 · Electronic

    A lush, melodic synthesizer landmark that brought electronic music to the masses. Atmospheric and beloved. A genre classic.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
64. 64
    EquinoxeJean-Michel Jarre

    Equinoxe

    Jean-Michel Jarre · 1978 · Electronic

    A lush, melodic synthesizer peak. Atmospheric and beloved. A genre highlight.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
65. 65
    BrotherhoodNew Order

    Brotherhood

    New Order · 1986 · Electronic

    A balanced peak of guitar-and-synth dance-rock. Tuneful and beloved. A high point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
66. 66
    Low-LifeNew Order

    Low-Life

    New Order · 1985 · Electronic

    A peak of melancholic dance-rock, home to 'The Perfect Kiss'. Tuneful and beloved. A high point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
67. 67
    Music for the MassesDepeche Mode

    Music for the Masses

    Depeche Mode · 1987 · Electronic

    A dark, anthemic synth-pop peak. Sleek and beloved. A turning point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
68. 68
    Songs of Faith and DevotionDepeche Mode

    Songs of Faith and Devotion

    Depeche Mode · 1993 · Electronic

    A heavier, gospel-and-rock-tinged peak. Bold and acclaimed. A creative high.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
69. 69
    Black CelebrationDepeche Mode

    Black Celebration

    Depeche Mode · 1986 · Electronic

    A dark, atmospheric synth-pop peak. Brooding and beloved. A fan favourite.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
70. 70
    HeligolandMassive Attack

    Heligoland

    Massive Attack · 2010 · Electronic

    A dark, guest-laden late peak of trip-hop atmosphere. Immersive and acclaimed. A strong record.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
71. 71
    TimelessGoldie

    Timeless

    Goldie · 1995 · Electronic

    An ambitious drum-and-bass landmark of orchestral scope. Bold and influential. A genre cornerstone.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
72. 72
    New FormsRoni Size

    New Forms

    Roni Size · 1997 · Electronic

    A jazzy, ambitious drum-and-bass landmark that won the Mercury Prize. Bold and acclaimed. A genre cornerstone.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
73. 73
    WildflowerThe Avalanches

    Wildflower

    The Avalanches · 2016 · Electronic

    A long-awaited, sunny sample-collage sequel. Joyful and acclaimed. A worthy return.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
74. 74
    Plastic BeachGorillaz

    Plastic Beach

    Gorillaz · 2010 · Electronic

    A lush, star-guested concept peak of eco-pop. Inventive and beloved. A high point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
75. 75
    The WarningHot Chip

    The Warning

    Hot Chip · 2006 · Electronic

    A witty, melodic synth-pop peak, home to 'Over and Over'. Tuneful and beloved. A breakthrough.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
76. 76
    One Life StandHot Chip

    One Life Stand

    Hot Chip · 2010 · Electronic

    A warm, melodic synth-pop peak of emotional dance music. Tuneful and beloved. One of their best.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
77. 77
    In Ghost ColoursCut Copy

    In Ghost Colours

    Cut Copy · 2008 · Electronic

    A bright, nostalgic dance-pop peak. Tuneful and beloved. A genre highlight.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
78. 78
    Crystal CastlesCrystal Castles

    Crystal Castles

    Crystal Castles · 2008 · Electronic

    An abrasive, glitchy electro-punk debut. Bold and influential. A breakthrough.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
79. 79
    Oil of Every Pearl's Un-InsidesSOPHIE

    Oil of Every Pearl's Un-Insides

    SOPHIE · 2018 · Electronic

    A radical, deconstructed pop landmark of plastic textures and beauty. Visionary and acclaimed. A singular record.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
80. 80
    Melody A.M.Royksopp

    Melody A.M.

    Royksopp · 2001 · Electronic

    A warm, melodic downtempo debut of Scandinavian cool. Smooth and beloved. A chill-out staple.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
81. 81
    Simple ThingsZero 7

    Simple Things

    Zero 7 · 2001 · Electronic

    A lush, downtempo debut of warm, soulful chill-out. Smooth and beloved. A genre highlight.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
82. 82
    Hurry Up, We're DreamingM83

    Hurry Up, We're Dreaming

    M83 · 2011 · Electronic

    A vast, nostalgic synth-pop double album of widescreen euphoria, anchored by 'Midnight City'. Lush and grand. Their masterpiece.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
83. 83
    ...I Care Because You DoAphex Twin

    ...I Care Because You Do

    Aphex Twin · 1995 · Electronic

    A textured, melodic peak balancing ambient and acid. Inventive and beloved. A high point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
84. 84
    ConfieldAutechre

    Confield

    Autechre · 2001 · Electronic

    A dense, abstract IDM landmark of generative complexity. Challenging and acclaimed. A genre high point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
85. 85
    Tomorrow's HarvestBoards of Canada

    Tomorrow's Harvest

    Boards of Canada · 2013 · Electronic

    A cinematic, foreboding comeback of widescreen electronica. Atmospheric and acclaimed. A strong return.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
86. 86
    The Campfire HeadphaseBoards of Canada

    The Campfire Headphase

    Boards of Canada · 2005 · Electronic

    A guitar-tinged, hazy electronica peak. Warm and acclaimed. A strong record.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
87. 87
    MigrationBonobo

    Migration

    Bonobo · 2017 · Electronic

    A warm, intricate downtempo peak. Lush and acclaimed. A high point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
88. 88
    Until the Quiet ComesFlying Lotus

    Until the Quiet Comes

    Flying Lotus · 2012 · Electronic

    A dreamy, immersive beat-scene peak. Inventive and acclaimed. A high point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
89. 89
    You're Dead!Flying Lotus

    You're Dead!

    Flying Lotus · 2014 · Electronic

    A frenetic, jazz-fusion-meets-beats peak. Bold and acclaimed. A creative high.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
90. 90
    SingularityJon Hopkins

    Singularity

    Jon Hopkins · 2018 · Electronic

    A widescreen techno journey of peaks and ambient calm. Immersive and acclaimed. A high point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
91. 91
    ElaeniaFloating Points

    Elaenia

    Floating Points · 2015 · Electronic

    A lush, jazz-and-electronics debut of organic beauty. Inventive and acclaimed. A breakthrough.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
92. 92
    CrushFloating Points

    Crush

    Floating Points · 2019 · Electronic

    A sharp, dancefloor-leaning peak of textured electronics. Bold and acclaimed. A high point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
93. 93
    IslesBicep

    Isles

    Bicep · 2021 · Electronic

    A lush, emotional follow-up of melodic dance music. Hypnotic and acclaimed. A high point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
94. 94
    CaracalDisclosure

    Caracal

    Disclosure · 2015 · Electronic

    A polished, guest-laden follow-up to Settle. Smooth and big. A commercial high.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
95. 95
    Push the ButtonThe Chemical Brothers

    Push the Button

    The Chemical Brothers · 2005 · Electronic

    A varied, hit-laden peak, home to 'Galvanize'. Loud and beloved. A high point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
96. 96
    ThirdPortishead

    Third

    Portishead · 2008 · Electronic

    A stark, abrasive comeback far from their trip-hop roots. Bold and acclaimed. A creative high.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
97. 97
    RubyconTangerine Dream

    Rubycon

    Tangerine Dream · 1975 · Electronic

    A hypnotic, sequencer-driven ambient-electronic peak. Immersive and beloved. A genre cornerstone.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
98. 98
    Here Come the Warm JetsBrian Eno

    Here Come the Warm Jets

    Brian Eno · 1974 · Electronic

    A playful, glammy art-rock solo debut. Inventive and beloved. A strong start.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
99. 99
    Before and After ScienceBrian Eno

    Before and After Science

    Brian Eno · 1977 · Electronic

    A delicate balance of art-pop songs and ambient texture. Inventive and beloved. A high point.

    Vinyl →CD →More →
100. 100
     Apollo: Atmospheres and SoundtracksBrian Eno

     Apollo: Atmospheres and Soundtracks

     Brian Eno · 1983 · Electronic

     A serene, country-tinged ambient landmark, home to 'An Ending (Ascent)'. Beautiful and beloved. A genre cornerstone.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
101. 101
     RemedyBasement Jaxx

     Remedy

     Basement Jaxx · 1999 · Electronic

     A vibrant, maximalist house debut of carnival energy. Fun and influential. A dance landmark.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
102. 102
     Talkie WalkieAir

     Talkie Walkie

     Air · 2004 · Electronic

     A warm, melodic downtempo peak. Dreamy and beloved. A high point.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
103. 103
     Saturdays = YouthM83

     Saturdays = Youth

     M83 · 2008 · Electronic

     A nostalgic, 80s-drenched synth-pop peak. Dreamy and beloved. A breakthrough.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
104. 104
     James BlakeJames Blake

     James Blake

     James Blake · 2011 · Electronic

     A spare, soulful debut of sub-bass, silence and fractured vocals that helped define post-dubstep. Intimate and influential. A striking arrival.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
105. 105
     OvergrownJames Blake

     Overgrown

     James Blake · 2013 · Electronic

     A subtler, soulful follow-up to the debut. Intimate and Mercury-winning. A high point.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
106. 106
     SBTRKTSBTRKT

     SBTRKT

     SBTRKT · 2011 · Electronic

     A sleek, post-dubstep debut of soulful electronics. Smooth and acclaimed. A breakthrough.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
107. 107
     Actual Life (April 14 - December 17 2020)Fred again..

     Actual Life (April 14 - December 17 2020)

     Fred again.. · 2021 · Electronic

     A diaristic, sample-built dance debut of intimate euphoria. Warm and acclaimed. A breakthrough.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
108. 108
     Good LiesOvermono

     Good Lies

     Overmono · 2023 · Electronic

     A lush, emotional UK dance debut. Hypnotic and acclaimed. A breakthrough.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
109. 109
     SuddenlyCaribou

     Suddenly

     Caribou · 2020 · Electronic

     A more intimate, sample-driven turn built around family and loss, folding vocal fragments and hip-hop-indebted production into the dancefloor palette. Tender and acclaimed. A high point that trades scale for closeness.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
110. 110
     Radio-ActivityKraftwerk

     Radio-Activity

     Kraftwerk · 1975 · Electronic

     A concept record on radio and radioactivity, sparse and eerie. Pioneering and influential. A transitional landmark.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
111. 111
     Solid State SurvivorYellow Magic Orchestra

     Solid State Survivor

     Yellow Magic Orchestra · 1979 · Electronic

     A playful, pioneering synth-pop landmark from Japan. Bright and influential. A genre cornerstone.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
112. 112
     20 Jazz Funk GreatsThrobbing Gristle

     20 Jazz Funk Greats

     Throbbing Gristle · 1979 · Electronic

     A subversive, foundational industrial landmark. Bold and influential. A genre cornerstone.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
113. 113
     The Orb's Adventures Beyond the UltraworldThe Orb

     The Orb's Adventures Beyond the Ultraworld

     The Orb · 1991 · Electronic

     A sprawling, ambient-house landmark of cosmic drift. Immersive and beloved. A genre cornerstone.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
114. 114
     Orbital (Brown Album)Orbital

     Orbital (Brown Album)

     Orbital · 1993 · Electronic

     A landmark debut of melodic, emotional techno. Immersive and acclaimed. A genre cornerstone.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
115. 115
     Feed Me Weird ThingsSquarepusher

     Feed Me Weird Things

     Squarepusher · 1996 · Electronic

     Tom Jenkinson's raw, home-studio debut, splicing jungle breakbeats with live bass runs and free-jazz skronk before the sound was fully formed. Scrappy and beloved. The genre highlight that started it all.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
116. 116
     IncunabulaAutechre

     Incunabula

     Autechre · 1993 · Electronic

     The duo's first album, still rooted in the melodic electro of their early Skam-adjacent scene before the beats fractured into full abstraction. Warm and beloved. A gentler entry point into the catalogue.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
117. 117
     From Here We Go SublimeThe Field

     From Here We Go Sublime

     The Field · 2007 · Electronic

     A hypnotic, looping minimal-techno landmark. Immersive and acclaimed. A genre cornerstone.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
118. 118
     ModeratModerat

     Moderat

     Moderat · 2009 · Electronic

     A sleek, melodic techno-and-bass collaboration. Hypnotic and acclaimed. A genre highlight.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
119. 119
     New EnergyFour Tet

     New Energy

     Four Tet · 2017 · Electronic

     A warm, meditative peak of melodic electronics. Hypnotic and acclaimed. A high point.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
120. 120
     AndorraCaribou

     Andorra

     Caribou · 2007 · Electronic

     A sunny, psychedelic-pop peak. Tuneful and acclaimed. A high point.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
121. 121
     BurialBurial

     Burial

     Burial · 2006 · Electronic

     A ghostly, rain-soaked dubstep debut of nocturnal London. Atmospheric and influential. A genre landmark.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
122. 122
     ReplicaOneohtrix Point Never

     Replica

     Oneohtrix Point Never · 2011 · Electronic

     A haunting, sample-based electronic landmark of uncanny loops. Inventive and acclaimed. A modern cornerstone.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
123. 123
     R Plus SevenOneohtrix Point Never

     R Plus Seven

     Oneohtrix Point Never · 2013 · Electronic

     A dense, uncanny electronic peak of fractured texture. Bold and acclaimed. A high point.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
124. 124
     Ravedeath, 1972Tim Hecker

     Ravedeath, 1972

     Tim Hecker · 2011 · Electronic

     A vast, decaying ambient-noise peak. Immersive and acclaimed. A genre high point.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
125. 125
     Endless SummerFennesz

     Endless Summer

     Fennesz · 2001 · Electronic

     A gorgeous blend of guitar and glitch, warm and melodic. Singular and beloved. An ambient-pop landmark.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
126. 126
     The Disintegration LoopsWilliam Basinski

     The Disintegration Loops

     William Basinski · 2002 · Electronic

     A haunting ambient landmark of decaying tape loops, tied to 9/11. Elegiac and singular. A profound record.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
127. 127
     99.9%KAYTRANADA

     99.9%

     KAYTRANADA · 2016 · Electronic

     A funky, dancefloor-ready debut of crisp house and soul. Groovy and acclaimed. A breakthrough.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
128. 128
     BubbaKAYTRANADA

     Bubba

     KAYTRANADA · 2019 · Electronic

     A funky, danceable peak of crisp house and soul. Groovy and Grammy-winning. A high point.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
129. 129
     ArcaArca

     Arca

     Arca · 2017 · Electronic

     A raw, vulnerable art-electronic peak of fractured beauty. Bold and acclaimed. A creative high.

     Vinyl →CD →More →
130. 130
     In WavesJamie xx

     In Waves

     Jamie xx · 2024 · Electronic

     A warm, dancefloor-focused follow-up to In Colour. Hypnotic and acclaimed. A strong return.

     Vinyl →CD →More →