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Health//Disco

Health · 2008

73 min · 15 tracks · indie rock

An adventurous blend of noise and electronic beats drives the reimagined tracks into a pulsating, club-ready soundscape.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Triceratops (Acid Girls rmx A) — This remix transforms the original's chaotic energy into a dancefloor anthem, emphasizing infectious beats while retaining the rawness of Health's sound.
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    Lost Time (Pictureplane rmx) — Pictureplane's interpretation adds an ethereal touch, blending dreamlike synths with rhythmic urgency that captures the essence of both artists' styles.
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    Heaven (Narctrax rmx) — This remix stands out for its haunting atmosphere, marrying ambient textures with driving percussion to create an immersive listening experience.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The remixes showcase innovative electronic interpretations while maintaining a cohesive sound across the album.

What we noticed

  • The album features a series of remixes that reinterpret the original tracks, each bringing distinct electronic elements and varying tempos.
  • Several tracks utilize heavy bass drops and glitchy sound effects, creating a pulsating dance floor atmosphere.
  • The sequencing alternates between high-energy tracks and more atmospheric pieces, maintaining listener engagement throughout its length.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic progression with peaks
  • frenetic energy for dancing
  • wave-like pacing throughout
  • collaborative remix exploration
  • for late-night parties

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek calm and mellow sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2008, Health was gaining momentum after their self-titled debut in 2007. Health//Disco is a remix album that showcases the band's experimental edge and appeal to the burgeoning electronic scene, positioning them as innovative contributors amid their rising popularity.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Triceratops (Acid Girls rmx A) 5:03
  • 2 Lost Time (Pictureplane rmx) 4:20
  • 3 Triceratops (Acid Girls rmx B) 4:05
  • 4 Crimewave (David Wolf re-edt) 2:40
  • 5 Heaven (Narctrax rmx) 5:10
  • 6 Problem Is (Thrust Lab rmx) 4:48
  • 7 Triceratops (CFCF rmx) 3:35
  • 8 The Power of HEALTH (Captain Ahab rmx) 5:08

Disc 2

  • 1 Tabloid Sores (Nosaj Thing rmx) 2:30
  • 2 Tabloid Sores (Lovely Chords rmx) 5:30
  • 3 Heaven (Pink Skull rmx) 5:13
  • 4 Perfect Skins (Curses! rmx) 5:46
  • 5 Lost Time (C.L.A.W.S. rmx) 7:46
  • 6 Zoothorns (Nastique rmx) 5:21
  • 7 Glitter Pills (Math Head rmx) 6:29

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