For a compilation, B-Sides Volume 1 is sequenced professionally well and is extra incentive to pick this up. It plays like a lost Chemical Brothers album, and fortunately, it’s a good one—for the most part.

Some typical (albeit typically competent) by-the-books beats make up these selections, such as “H.I.A.,” “Let Me in Mate,” and “Prescription Beats.” But there’s also some of The Chemical Brothers’ prettiest works in “Nude Night,” “Clip Kiss,” and “Silver Drizzle.” Recommended for more than just hardcore fans.