Essential glitch hop listening

The albums that define glitch hop.

Our picks for where to start with glitch hop — with a one-line read on why each one matters.

Top glitch hop artists

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The glitch hop essentials

Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.

The Road to Hell Is Paved with Good Intentions

John Glacier

The Road to Hell Is Paved with Good Intentions

A kaleidoscopic blend of abstract beats and introspective lyrics exploring the nuances of modern existence.

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Steroids

Death Grips

Steroids

A relentless barrage of industrial beats and chaotic samples that redefine hip-hop's boundaries.

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The Powers That B

Death Grips

The Powers That B

A chaotic blend of abrasive beats, frenetic vocals, and experimental soundscapes that defy genre boundaries.

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Bottomless Pit

Death Grips

Bottomless Pit

A relentless barrage of abrasive beats, chaotic vocals, and disorienting samples that defy conventional genre boundaries.

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Death Grips

Death Grips

Death Grips

An aggressive fusion of glitchy beats and raw vocal delivery that challenges conventional hip-hop structures.

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Interview 2016

Death Grips

Interview 2016

A visceral, confrontational sound collage that interweaves fragmented interviews with abrasive noise and chaotic rhythms.

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Exmilitary

Death Grips

Exmilitary

A chaotic fusion of industrial noise and aggressive lyricism that defies conventional hip-hop boundaries.

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Year of the Snitch

Death Grips

Year of the Snitch

A chaotic blend of industrial noise, punk aggression, and glitchy beats that defies conventional genre boundaries.

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Gmail and the Restraining Orders

Death Grips

Gmail and the Restraining Orders

A chaotic blend of abrasive beats and frantic vocals that challenges conventional structures in hip-hop.

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Government Plates

Death Grips

Government Plates

A chaotic blend of abrasive beats, cryptic lyrics, and punk ethos fuels this experimental hip-hop odyssey.

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Fashion Week

Death Grips

Fashion Week

An abrasive fusion of industrial noise and rap, drowning in chaotic energy and experimental soundscapes.

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The Money Store

Death Grips

The Money Store

A chaotic fusion of aggressive beats and surreal lyrics that defy genre boundaries.

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No Love Deep Web

Death Grips

No Love Deep Web

A chaotic blend of aggressive beats and unsettling lyrics that challenge genre boundaries and listener comfort.

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Like a Ribbon

John Glacier

Like a Ribbon

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SHILOH: Lost for Words

John Glacier

SHILOH: Lost for Words

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