Skream’s second album, Outside The Box was leaked yesterday and I decided to download it and listen to it (because I’m a huge Skream fan, plus, I have already promised that I am buying two copies of his album, one CD and one Vinyl). In summary, before I review each track (really quickly and highly biased because I love Skream), the Album is glorious. I was expecting a lot of pop influence, yes the album does have a mainstream influence but it is cleverly built to appeal to the normal Dubstep addict at the same time. In my opinion, the album is a must buy and one of the best of 2010.

1. Perforated: A gorgeous track, emotional.
2. 8 Bit Baby (ft Murs): Smartly constructed but I dislike the vocal (sorry Murs!).
3. CPU: You can tell that Skream’s mind is crazy but never the less, decent track.
4. Where You Should Be (ft Sam Frank): A good use of talk box, vocal fits in well with the track.
5. How Real (ft Freckles): Lovely vocal, cleverly put together but where is “I Give You Everything (ft Yasmin)” – I loved that track too.
6. Fields Of Emotion: Appeals to both the Dubsteppers and also to the pop people. Very good track, heavy but sweet.
7. I Love The Way: Love the vocal sample. The deep basslines with the synths on top are pretty sweet.
8. Listenin’ To The Records On My Wall: A real banger, emotional and brings back memories of Jungle days.
9. Wibbler: Heavy, mental wobbling Dubstep, appeals to real filth heads, brilliant – huge track for Dubstep sets.
10. Metamorphosis: Don’t know what’s going on with the thumping kick, a very atmospheric track with the echoes and sharp synths. Quite nice.
11. Finally (ft La Roux): Introduction is very good, low bassline is pretty nice. The vocal is surprisingly good and makes the track better (my opinion). Skream was getting a lot of stick for this track but I really do like it.
12. Reflections (ft dbridge & Instra:Mental): Wasn’t sure about this track when I first heard the sample but it’s a very strong track for the album. Chilled out, I like.
13. A Song For Lenny: Don’t know the reason for the title but a very emotional track with the synths and low bassline. Chilled out, makes you want to fly!
14. The Epic Last Song: It’s exactly what the track is entitled, an epic last song. Skream wanted to finish on an upbeat banger and this is it. Brilliant.

Well, that’s my quick-ass review of Skream’s new album, Outside The Box. It’s due to hit your shelves on the 9th of August. Make sure you pre-order it now or get down to your local record shops. Support your locals! Peace out.

I would do a full in depth review, but I’m a lazy 16 year old teenager. What more do you expect? Haha!