88. Young Fathers - "Heavy Heavy"

There will be a smattering of non-metal/rock releases on the list, and this is the first of them. A highly inventive album from a highly inventive band. Whilst they are still heavily reminiscent of Massive Attack, they have quite effectively managed to carve their own distinctive sound. It is a modern interpretation of trip-hop embracing indie sensibilities and an almost lethargic approach to rapping. 

Interesting can be used as faint praise, but it is exactly what this album is, interesting. It is absolutely brim full of ideas and it steadfastly refuses to adhere to anything as vulgar as convention. The delivery is minimal and restrained and as such the album never explodes into life and I’m clear that is very much the intent. Instead, it slouches through its duration content to be intriguing and enticing. Interesting really really interesting.