One of the most daring and diverse independent labels, XL Recordings has assembled quite a powerhouse roster since its inception in 1989. Only with this London tastemaker could you hear The Prodigy's roaring, razor-edged beats alongside Vampire Weekend's bouncy Afropop-inspired rhythms and The xx's moody, minimalist grooves. And where else could you find pop superstar Adele rubbing elbows with electro-punk provocateur Peaches?