These two albums range from minimal electronic pulses, ambient dreamscapes, vocal collages to heavy drone, ritualistic percussion and psychedelic grooves.
Originally released in 2001 by Emperor Norton Records in the US and Invicta Hi-Fi in the UK, "604" is the debut album from the Liverpool formed electronic outfit Ladytron.
Recorded in 1956 by Bebe and Louis Barron, the soundtrack to the cult film Forbidden planet is without a doubt one of the most suggestive and astounding examples of early Electronica.
Comp meant to inspire repeated or further listening, to spark discussions and – potentially – to provoke new lists, perhaps your own! It’s all part of the fun.
The heart-tugging vocal samples and wide-eyed melodies are still present, but the gritty tape hiss and warehouse rave throb are replaced by much more intricate beat sequences and detailed production.