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Cooking for Pump-Kin: Special Menu

Benny Benassi · 2007

68 min · 16 tracks · electro house · progressive house · electroclash

A vibrant showcase of pulsating beats and infectious melodies, defining the electro house landscape of the late 2000s.

Why this album works

This album is notable for its diverse array of remixes by prominent producers such as Dirty South and Trentemøller, which helped to shape the sound of electro house in the mid-2000s. It reflects a growing trend of DJ-driven compilations and remix albums that became prevalent during this time, influencing both club culture and mainstream electronic music.
Career context
By 2007, Benny Benassi had already achieved significant success with his debut album, 'Hypnotica', which propelled him into the global dance music scene. 'Cooking for Pump-Kin: Special Menu' served as a transitional release, further solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in electro house while introducing remixes that showcased his collaborative spirit and adaptability in an evolving genre.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Everything Counts (Oliver Huntemann & Stephan Bodzin dub) 6:36
  • 2 Sisyphos 3:50
  • 3 Rej (Pastaboys club mix) 3:35
  • 4 Yeah Yeah (D. Ramirez vocal club mix) Standout 3:33
  • 5 Go (Trentemøller remix) 4:36
  • 6 Flaunt It (Dirty South remix) 4:17
  • 7 Changes (Dirty South remix) 4:24
  • 8 Robot 3:45
  • 9 Put Your Hands Up for Detroit Standout 4:00
  • 10 At Night 4:08
  • 11 Who's Your Daddy? 4:26
  • 12 Open Legs 4:15
  • 13 The Storm (Dubelektro mix) 4:37
  • 14 Keep Control (Tocadisco remix) 4:11
  • 15 Dance Is Dead (Tocadisco remix) 4:11
  • 16 Love Is Gonna Save Us (2007 remix) 4:06

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