Artist: Blur
Period covered: 1991–2015
Note: Live albums, compilations, and EPs are not included unless noted.
When you look for a "hot" discography, you are usually looking for the Complete Studio Album Collection plus the essential EPs. A verified 1991-2015 FLAC set usually includes:
Perhaps the most demanding album for lossless playback. "Caramel" features sub-bass drones that alias horribly on low-bitrate files. FLAC preserves William Orbit’s granular synthesis.
After a decade-long hiatus, Blur returned with The Magic Whip in 2015. Recorded in Hong Kong, the album blended the band's classic pop sensibilities with a sense of modern urban isolation. It was a critical triumph, proving that the chemistry between Albarn, Coxon, Alex James, and Dave Rowntree remained potent.
Recorded in Hong Kong, this album is a modern masterpiece. The 24-bit/96kHz FLAC release (available for a brief "hot" window on HDtracks) is the gold standard. The synth drones on "Lonesome Street" and the ice-cold guitar on "Go Out" are reference quality.