James Dyer, label manager of the British prog/disco/electro imprint, DC Recordings, has his squirrelly alter ego pick the best and worst of the year.

Who was the best artist of 2008?

Zombie Zombie. Good record. Good live. Good synths. Good drums. Not so good shorts.

Who was the worst artist of 2008?

We’re lovers, not haters

What was your favorite record label of 2008?

Mississippi. Weird and wonderful selection of forgotten fruit tastefully wrapped in handmade covers.

What was your favorite 12″ single of 2008?

Steel An Skin “Afro Punk Reggae Dub”(Honest Jon’s). It’s what is says on the tin.

Who was your favorite visual artist of 2008?

Julian Hand, for his use and transportation of the OHP and exploding inks.

What was the worst music trend of 2008?

Giving away music for free. We got squirrels to feed!

Best of 2008
Drop the Lime
Abe Vigoda
Bradford Cox
Andrew Jeffrey Wright
eLZhi
Cut Copy
Fucked Up
Evidence
Vivian Girls
Matt Furie
dj/ Rupture
Telepathe
The Death Set
Holy Ghost
Mochipet
CTRL
Plump DJs
Jose James
Worship Worthy
Peter Beste
Hercules and Love Affair
Magda
The Alchemist
DC Recordings