Blank-Wave Arcade Remixes
The Faint · 2000
34 min · 9 tracks · indie rock
A vibrant blend of dance-punk and electronic influences, remixing the band's distinct guitar-driven sound into club-ready anthems.
Top tracks — play these first
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In Concert (Hot Bulb mix) — This track reimagines the original with a pulsating rhythm that invites listeners to experience its energy on the dance floor, emphasizing the band's shift towards electronic sounds.
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Worked Up So Sexual (Pole mix) — The remix enhances the song's provocative lyrics with driving beats, transforming it into a compelling club hit that highlights the band’s playful yet edgy aesthetic.
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Victim Convenience (Dance To) — Capturing the essence of the band's live energy, this track combines catchy hooks with danceable grooves, making it a standout for both fans and new listeners alike.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively transforms rock tracks into dance anthems, showcasing solid remixing skills while maintaining some original identity.
What we noticed
- Each track reinterprets the original song with a focus on electronic beats and danceable rhythms, often stripping back guitar elements.
- The remixes maintain the original vocal lines but layer them with new electronic textures and effects, creating a fresh sound.
- Several tracks feature extended intros and outros, emphasizing the club-ready nature of the remixes while altering the pacing from the originals.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- club-ready remixes for dancing
- short bursts of energetic fun
- dynamic beats for social gatherings
- eclectic soundscapes for exploration
Maybe skip if you
- slow-paced, reflective listening
- long, cohesive album experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2000, Blank-Wave Arcade Remixes followed The Faint's critically acclaimed album Blank-Wave Arcade. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their sound and gaining recognition within the indie rock scene, transitioning towards a more electronic direction.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Death from Above 1979· The Postal Service· Hot Chip
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 In Concert (Hot Bulb mix) 3:11
- 2 The Passives (Cardboard Square mix) 3:44
- 3 Sex Is Personal (ZGA Go Go mix) 2:12
- 4 Call Call (club mix) 7:45
- 5 Worked Up So Sexual (Pole mix) 2:56
- 6 Sealed Human (The Remix Kills mix) 3:06
- 7 Cars Pass in Cold Blood (Trans mix) 3:07
- 8 Casual Sex (Heavenly Attraction mix) 3:43
- 9 Victim Convenience (Dance To) 4:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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