When You Wasn't Famous

With the latest Streets album out this week, I figured I'd pay tribute to the wacky garage genius that is Mike Skinner. Over the course of three albums, Mr. Skinner has single handedly produced some of the coolest garage, grime, whatever records around (just don't call him rap…he's not rap folks). From, "Let's Push Thing Forward," to "Dry Your Eyes," the guy has a knack for great songs. He's almost like the Jarvis Cocker/Damon Albarn of the garridge scene. He creates characters, stories, scenes that people can relate to, much like his Britpop peers did in the mid 90's.

His latest album is no different. Whether it's autobiographical or about someone he made up, The Hardest Way to Make an Easy Living is bound to be another great record. If you've heard the single already then you know how true this is.

In tribute to Mr. Skinner and his wonderful teef here's a look back and a look forward.

from Original Pirate Material...

Don't Mug Yourself (Mr. Figit Remix)

from A Grand Don't Come For Free...

Fit But You Know It (Futureheads Remix)

from The Hardest Way to Make an Easy Living...

When You Wasn't Famous