Mantronix

Originally released in 1985, Mantronix's first album bridged the gap between hip-hop and electro, with super-futuristic beats akin to Bambaataa's and Arthur Baker's supporting straightforward Run-DMC-esque rhymes from MC Tee. Though only seven tracks deep, The Album spawned three hit singles: "Bassline," "Needle to the Groove" and "Fresh Is the Word."