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The Prodigy\\u2019s fourth studio album,\\xa0Always Outnumbered, Never Outgunned, was released on August 23rd 2004, and I was lucky enough to chat with Liam Howlett on July 13th of that year. This is that brief encounter.

Always Outnumbered, Never\\xa0Outgunned marked a significant departure from the group\\u2019s earlier work. It featured no live vocals from frontman Keith Flint or other guest vocalists, instead relying solely on samples and instrumentals.

The album was primarily the work of Liam Howlett, who produced, arranged, and played most of the instruments on the record. He was joined by guest musicians such as guitarist Jim Davies, Oasis guitarist Noel Gallagher, and actress Juliette Lewis, who provided vocals on the track \\u201cHotride\\u201d.

Musically,\\xa0Always Outnumbered, Never Outgunned\\xa0continued to push the boundaries of electronic music, incorporating elements of rock, hip-hop, and even country into the mix. The album\\u2019s opening track, \\u201cSpitfire\\u201d, featured a guitar riff reminiscent of the Rolling Stones, while the track \\u201cGirls\\u201d used a sample from the Beastie Boys\\u2019 \\u201cIt\\u2019s the New Style\\u201d.

Overall, the album received mixed reviews from critics and fans, with some praising its experimental approach and others criticising its lack of live vocals. Nevertheless,\\xa0Always Outnumbered, Never Outgunned\\xa0remains an important and influential work in The Prodigy\\u2019s discography, showcasing Liam Howlett\\u2019s versatility as a producer and willingness to take risks and try new things.