Best Releases Of 2013: #40-31

#40: Mistabishi - "Calm"

This EP just has a great feel to it. Much more mellow than what I had previously heard from him, but this is a welcome departure, considering the quality of these tracks.

#39: Bonobo - "The North Borders"

Another solid release to add to his many previous ones. This isn't my absolute favorite album by him, but he stays consistent. This album walks a fine line between being both laid back feeling and upbeat at the same time.

#38: Chrome Canyon - "Elemental Remixes"

I already liked the original version of this 2012 album a lot, and this is one of those remix albums where they actually did it right. I especially like the Matthewdavid contribution, he really hit it out of the park.

#37: Ras G - "Raw Fruit"

These were supposedly supposed to be his little personal beats to listen to while extremely stoned and not meant for public consumption, but they got released through Stones Throw. Hardly any tracks over 2 minutes, and all insane sounding.

#36: Big Chocolate - "Clean"

Super solid EP. The opening song, "Bypass", was easily one of my most listened to songs of the year.

#35: Shannon & The Clams - "Dreams In The Rat House"

Great sounding retro garage rock with many different influences. This album got a lot of play from me the last month of the year.

#34: Atoms For Peace - "Amok"

This album didn't blow me away like I wanted it to, but it is still Thom Yorke, and he never fails to at least provide stuff I enjoy.

#33: Adult. - "The Way Things Fall"

I kind of miss the more abrasive nature of their older material a little more, but this is still a very triumphant return for them. They still have the same basic formula, but have just made it more poppy, and do it quite well.

#32: DJ Rashad - "Rollin"

Another artist that put out multiple releases this year, and I didn't get a chance to fully peep them all, but I did enjoy this EP quite a bit. All 4 tracks are superb.

#31: Oh No - "Disrupted Ads"

Oh No sure puts out a lot of albums, and this one is another one to add to the collection of greats. A combination of instrumentals and rap songs. Both by himself and by guest emcees.