![The Subways - At 1am (2004): The release that started it all for both The Subways and the label itself, 'At 1am' was the first single Transgressive put out and set the precedent for every track that followed. Short, sweet and perfectly indicative of the indie world at the time, it was the perfect introduction to Transgressive.]()
The Subways - At 1am (2004): The release that started it all for both The Subways and the label itself, 'At 1am' was the first single Transgressive put out and set the precedent for every track that followed. Short, sweet and perfectly indicative of the indie world at the time, it was the perfect introduction to Transgressive.
![Foals - Antidotes (2008): Establishing their now-signature off-kilter sound, Antidotes was the first indicator that Foals were doing something different to their contemporaries. A forward thinking debut built around intricacy and mystery: who knew that one day they would be headliners?]()
Foals - Antidotes (2008): Establishing their now-signature off-kilter sound, Antidotes was the first indicator that Foals were doing something different to their contemporaries. A forward thinking debut built around intricacy and mystery: who knew that one day they would be headliners?
![The Young Knives - Voices of Animals and Men (2006): Although it may sound somewhat dated today, The Young Knives' debut was a pretty perfect slice of mid-noughties indie, earning them a Mercury Prize nomination. When making this list we realised we still know all the words to 'Weekend and Bleak Days (Hot Summer)' as well which is a bonus.]()
The Young Knives - Voices of Animals and Men (2006): Although it may sound somewhat dated today, The Young Knives' debut was a pretty perfect slice of mid-noughties indie, earning them a Mercury Prize nomination. When making this list we realised we still know all the words to 'Weekend and Bleak Days (Hot Summer)' as well which is a bonus.
![Iron and Wine - The Shepherd's Dog (2007): Ignoring the fact that one track appeared on the Twilight soundtrack, Iron and Wine's third album was a triumph: an immersive, emotionally laden affair that offered a rare level of insight into the band.]()
Iron and Wine - The Shepherd's Dog (2007): Ignoring the fact that one track appeared on the Twilight soundtrack, Iron and Wine's third album was a triumph: an immersive, emotionally laden affair that offered a rare level of insight into the band.
![The Shins - Wincing The Night Away (2007): Building from foundations laid in Chutes Too Narrow, The Shins' third album was a passionate effort that brought together the most poignant elements of their career. One only look back at singles like 'Australia', 'Sea Legs' and 'Turn On Me' to see this album's long lasting impact.]()
The Shins - Wincing The Night Away (2007): Building from foundations laid in Chutes Too Narrow, The Shins' third album was a passionate effort that brought together the most poignant elements of their career. One only look back at singles like 'Australia', 'Sea Legs' and 'Turn On Me' to see this album's long lasting impact.
![Mystery Jets - Radlands at The Royal Festival Hall (2013): Radlands saw The Mystery Jets reassess the entire sonic core of their sound, bringing a wealth of new elements into play to create a record equally grounded in Americana as their Eel Pie Island Roots. This clash of styles was taken to new heights live, which is what made the recording from their 2013 show at The Royal Festival Hall so special.]()
Mystery Jets - Radlands at The Royal Festival Hall (2013): Radlands saw The Mystery Jets reassess the entire sonic core of their sound, bringing a wealth of new elements into play to create a record equally grounded in Americana as their Eel Pie Island Roots. This clash of styles was taken to new heights live, which is what made the recording from their 2013 show at The Royal Festival Hall so special.
![Theme Park - Theme Park (2013): London's Theme Park brought something remarkably different to the surface in 2013, crafting joyous indie fueled by pop sensibilities that was simply perfect for the summer. Now we just want more material please...]()
Theme Park - Theme Park (2013): London's Theme Park brought something remarkably different to the surface in 2013, crafting joyous indie fueled by pop sensibilities that was simply perfect for the summer. Now we just want more material please...
![Antlers - Burst Apart (2011): Following the critically acclaimed Hospice, Antlers just found a way of expressing emotion, both instrumentally and lyrically that resonates differently to everyone else. Cultivating a majestic sound without moving into contrived territories, this record was truly breathtaking.]()
Antlers - Burst Apart (2011): Following the critically acclaimed Hospice, Antlers just found a way of expressing emotion, both instrumentally and lyrically that resonates differently to everyone else. Cultivating a majestic sound without moving into contrived territories, this record was truly breathtaking.
![Flume - Flume (2013): Crafting one of 2013's most forward thinking electronic albums, Flume's debut seemed to catch everyone off guard with its brilliance. It has since seen the Australian prodigy become one of the most in-demand producers in the world. The 2014 reissue, featuring verses from Killer Mike and Twin Shadow, is also worth a mention.]()
Flume - Flume (2013): Crafting one of 2013's most forward thinking electronic albums, Flume's debut seemed to catch everyone off guard with its brilliance. It has since seen the Australian prodigy become one of the most in-demand producers in the world. The 2014 reissue, featuring verses from Killer Mike and Twin Shadow, is also worth a mention.
![Neon Indian - Era Extrana (2011): Subtly layered, Neon Indian's second album is meticulous. Bringing together a broad range of influences, from electronic pioneers through to video game music, Era Extrana still had a definitive sound to it, something so calculated it could only come from Neon Indian.]()
Neon Indian - Era Extrana (2011): Subtly layered, Neon Indian's second album is meticulous. Bringing together a broad range of influences, from electronic pioneers through to video game music, Era Extrana still had a definitive sound to it, something so calculated it could only come from Neon Indian.
![At The Drive In - Relationship of Command (2000/2013): Despite not releasing it first time around, Transgressive signing At The Drive In for a series of reissues last year was a huge deal. This record's influence, not only in the post-hardcore world but on Noughties music as a whole is staggering. Listen once again to One Armed Scissor and tell us we're wrong.]()
At The Drive In - Relationship of Command (2000/2013): Despite not releasing it first time around, Transgressive signing At The Drive In for a series of reissues last year was a huge deal. This record's influence, not only in the post-hardcore world but on Noughties music as a whole is staggering. Listen once again to One Armed Scissor and tell us we're wrong.
![Alvvays - Alvvays (2014): This year has seen Transgressive find a charming and pioneering pop group in Alvvays, a band rooted in nostalgia yet bringing fresh elements to the floor. Their self titled debut will no doubt ride high in the eventual 'Best of 2014' lists, and shows Transgressive continue to break new ground with their roster.]()
Alvvays - Alvvays (2014): This year has seen Transgressive find a charming and pioneering pop group in Alvvays, a band rooted in nostalgia yet bringing fresh elements to the floor. Their self titled debut will no doubt ride high in the eventual 'Best of 2014' lists, and shows Transgressive continue to break new ground with their roster.
