Is Kaleidoscope: Remixed a good place to start with Tiësto?

Yes, Kaleidoscope: Remixed is recommended as a starting point for new Tiësto listeners. A vibrant collection of remixes blending euphoric melodies with pulsating beats that capture the essence of electronic dance music. In 2010, Tiësto was at a pivotal moment in his career following the success of his album 'Kaleidoscope' released in 2009. 'Kaleidoscope: Remixed' served as a showcase of his influence and connections within the electronic music scene, featuring collaborations with emerging artists and established names alike.

Who is Kaleidoscope: Remixed for?

Kaleidoscope: Remixed works well if you're into dynamic journey with energetic peaks, for dance floor vibes and uplifting remixes for celebration.

How many songs are on Kaleidoscope: Remixed?

Kaleidoscope: Remixed has 13 tracks, running approximately 68 minutes.

Kaleidoscope: Remixed

Tiësto · 2010

68 min · 13 tracks · electronica

A vibrant collection of remixes blending euphoric melodies with pulsating beats that capture the essence of electronic dance music.

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Top tracks — play these first

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I Will Be Here (Tiësto remix) Start here — As the opening track, this remix encapsulates the uplifting spirit of the album while highlighting Tiësto's signature sound design and melodic sensibility.
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Escape Me (Avicii’s remix at Night) — This track features Avicii's early production style, blending catchy hooks with a danceable beat that exemplifies the collaborative ethos of the album.
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Kaleidoscope (Ferry Corsten remix) — Ferry Corsten's take on the title track transforms it into an energetic anthem, showcasing how remixes can breathe new life into existing material.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The remixes display solid production but lack a cohesive narrative, making it less impactful as a standalone work.

What we noticed

The album features a series of remixes that maintain a consistent tempo, with most tracks hovering around the 128 BPM mark typical for dance music.
The running time is approximately 60 minutes, with several tracks extending beyond five minutes to allow for build-ups and breakdowns common in electronic dance music.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 3/10

Known within its scene. 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 journey with energetic peaks
for dance floor vibes
uplifting remixes for celebration
great for late-night parties

Maybe skip if you

prefer slower, introspective music
seek standalone track variety

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — A remix album that showcases Tiësto's collaborations and adaptability without being a primary entry.
Themes: collaborative spirit· electronic dance evolution· pulsating club anthems
Career context: In 2010, Tiësto was at a pivotal moment in his career following the success of his album 'Kaleidoscope' released in 2009. 'Kaleidoscope: Remixed' served as a showcase of his influence and connections within the electronic music scene, featuring collaborations with emerging artists and established names alike.
Stylistic neighbors: David Guetta· Calvin Harris· Armin van Buuren