Released in 2012, An Awesome Wave is the Mercury Prize-winning debut album from English indie rock outfit Alt-J. Blending folktronica, art rock, and experimental pop, the record introduced the band’s unique sound—marked by unconventional rhythms, cryptic lyrics, and layered vocal harmonies. Produced by Charlie Andrew, the album garnered critical acclaim for its genre-defying composition and quickly established Alt-J as one of the most innovative acts of the 2010s alternative scene.