Los Miticos del Ritmo “Otro Muerde El Polvo” (Soundway)

Will “Quantic” Holland and his Colombian cats give Queen’s “Another One Bites the Dust” a funky makeover.

AlunaGeorge “Just A Touch” (TriAngle)

Beautiful sample of 23rd century r’n’b pop from the duo behind last year’s stonking “You Know You Like It”

Homeboy Sandman “Cops Get Scared of Me” (Stones Throw)

The Queens rapper who’s getting better and tougher with every release scores with this sparse, moody, Exile-produced beaut.

Twerps “Twerps” (Chapter Music)

Breezy melodies and lovely hooks galore from the Melbourne band.

NO “Don’t Worry, You’ll Be Here Forever” (Origami)

Debut EP from one of our favourite acts from this year’s SXSW festival make their case with songs like “Another Life” and “Stay With Me”.