Top 20 Modern Chillout Albums!

A Listmania! list by Niall Hilary "niallhills" (Belfast)
 
Helium
1.  Helium by Urban Myth Club
The list author says:
  "Perfectly sculpted textures, powerful lyrics and overall brilliance from THE band to watch over the coming years."
£8.69   Used & New from: £4.48
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (58 customer reviews)

Simple Things
2.  Simple Things by Zero 7
The list author says:
  "Paints pictures and creates moods unlike anyone else. Not to be missed!"
£5.67   Used & New from: £1.33
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (111 customer reviews)

xx (Digipack)
3.  xx (Digipack) by The xx
The list author says:
  "The XX are taking downtempo to a new level, integrading many styles for a perfect mix. Don't miss it."
£7.39   Used & New from: £3.08
4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (112 customer reviews)

Go
4.  Go by Jonsi
The list author says:
  "Recently released album, Go, is a mixture of euphoric beats and a live orchestra, creating one of the most interesting and fabulous albums for a long time."
£6.12   Used & New from: £3.93
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)

Mezzanine: Limited Edition
5.  Mezzanine: Limited Edition by Massive Attack
The list author says:
  "Passionate and uplifting, the unique sounds and strange soundscapes make this album one of the most established in its genre."
£5.45   Used & New from: £0.18
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (57 customer reviews)

Play
6.  Play by Moby
The list author says:
  "With every song on the album being used as an international soundtrack, you'll find yourself getting hooked on the catchy licks and unique singing styles."
£3.49   Used & New from: £0.01
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (105 customer reviews)

Moon Safari
7.  Moon Safari by Air
The list author says:
  "If you haven't heard this french electronica duo and their strangely captivating beats, this is a must have."
£4.42   Used & New from: £0.27
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (76 customer reviews)

Melody A.M.
8.  Melody A.M. by Royksopp
The list author says:
  "Grammy award winning Royksopp's first album is a perfect blend of light techno and ambient trip hop."
£7.98   Used & New from: £0.33
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (53 customer reviews)

Soundboy Rock
9.  Soundboy Rock by Groove Armada
The list author says:
  "This slightly more upbeat album has put its stamp on the scene getting into the top 10 UK chart and top ten US electronic chart."
£5.27   Used & New from: £0.59
4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)

Blood Like Lemonade
10.  Blood Like Lemonade by Morcheeba
The list author says:
  "Haunting female vocals mixed with upbeat trip hop beats. What more to ask for?"
£9.29   Used & New from: £6.70
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)

Takk
11.  Takk by Sigur Rós
The list author says:
  "Winner of three IMA's this album full of magical languages and sounds that you wouldn't perceive possible is a must have for any and every music fan."
£5.28   Used & New from: £2.84
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

Black Sands
12.  Black Sands by Bonobo
The list author says:
  "Eleven years after his first release, Black Sands' complex rythms and intrigate detail makes bonobos fourth album his best by far."
£7.63   Used & New from: £5.10
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)

18
13.  18 by Moby
The list author says:
  "Another typically brilliant album from moby, full of driving basslines, chordal pianos and wonderful songs."
£5.16   Used & New from: £0.01
3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)

Another Day On Earth
14.  Another Day On Earth by Brian Eno
The list author says:
  "This pulsating album, although not considered to be Eno's best work, has a wonderful feel and displays a lot of modern creativity."
£16.70   Used & New from: £9.93
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

The Orb's Adventures Beyond the Ultraworld
15.  The Orb's Adventures Beyond the Ultraworld by The Orb
The list author says:
  "A wonderfully experimental album from a group who were innovative and influential their whole career."
£27.62   Used & New from: £5.49
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)

The Eraser
16.  The Eraser by Thom Yorke
The list author says:
  "A brilliantly melodic yet experimental album from a strong figure in the worldwide music scene."
£6.19   Used & New from: £4.25
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (90 customer reviews)

Hanging Masses
17.  Hanging Masses by Cell
The list author says:
  "Dark downtempo with hints of dubstep, one of the greatest albums to come from France in the last number of years."
£7.12
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

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Finally We Are No One
18.  Finally We Are No One by Múm
The list author says:
  "Mum make it impossible to get bored this wonderfully crafted album."
£6.86   Used & New from: £4.30
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

Supernature
19.  Supernature by Goldfrapp
The list author says:
  "Probably the best album from this outstanding duo will have you hooked after one song."
£4.19   Used & New from: £0.01
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (68 customer reviews)

Just A Souvenir
20.  Just A Souvenir by Squarepusher
The list author says:
  "Great progressive album from one of the UK's most talented individuals."
£7.04   Used & New from: £4.31
3.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

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