Shamir ‘Ratchet’ (XL Recordings)
Young Las Vegan proves himself a true pop star on this mighty fine debut
Hot Chip ‘Why Make Sense?’ (Domino)
Getting back with your ex isn’t always advisable, but Hot Chip are giving it another shot
Mark Lanegan Band ‘A Thousand Miles Of Midnight’ (Heavenly Recordings)
Lending tunes from his ‘Phantom Radio’ album to some remixing pals reaps rewards for the ever-inventive stalwart