Those of you familiar with the DJ/mash-up culture are no doubt familiar with Mike Relm. The San Francisco-based turntablist has made quite a reputation for himself, based primarily on his live performances and a handful of mix-tape albums. A survey of those reveals a penchant for independent hip-hop ’80s music and The Peanuts, a juxtaposition that works far better than one could ever imagine.

This week, we see the release of Spectacle, his latest project and first original studio album, and to call it a step in a new direction is an understatement. His influences are still the same, from the synth-heavy electro-poppy “Tron” to the presence of some of the biggest names in hip-hop on tracks, like “Everytime” and “Body Rock,” to the playful channel-flipping sound bites between tracks.

The obvious standout track is also the first single off the album, “Everytime,” which features Del the Funky Homosapien, Blue Man Group, and Fischerspooner back-up singer Adrian Hartley. A driving beat, Del’s distinctive voice and Adrian’s distorted voice come together to create a very catchy song, and a quick trip to YouTube yields a surprisingly interesting video (directed by Relm himself, no less).

Another infectious track is the heavily ’80s-infused 1967 Nilsson cover, “Without Her,” featuring Lateef the Truthspeaker. While the beat feels like it was pulled directly from the soundtrack of Flashdance, Lateef’s voice and style keep the song grounded as an homage, rather than feeling gimmicky. With the ’80s revival in full swing, this track is bound to get picked up soon, and a club remix feels not only inevitable but something to watch for.

“Body Rock,” which features both New York alt-rockers Morningwood and Blackalicious’ The Gift of Gab, serves best as a bridge between Relm’s older work and the current album, featuring short, crisp beats — a very rich and complex production and a drive that seems destined for the dancefloor.

Overall, the album fits in nicely in the ever-growing extension from the turntablist culture and will probably serve as a wonderful canvas for Relm to build on in his live performances. It should also appeal to both old fans and newcomers alike, especially those familiar with the work of Quantic, Shawn Lee, and fans of Ninja Tune.

You can buy the album on Mike Relm’s website, and, for an unforgettable experience, be sure to catch him on his current nationwide tour.