Kicking a Dead Pig: Mogwai Songs Remixed
Mogwai · 1998
72 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · post-rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of post-rock foundations and eclectic electronic reinterpretations that challenge genre boundaries.
Why this album works
'Kicking a Dead Pig' is notable for its innovative approach to remixing, allowing various artists to reinterpret Mogwai's work, thus influencing the burgeoning post-rock scene. The album received positive reviews for its creativity and helped solidify Mogwai's reputation as key players in alternative rock and electronic music landscapes.
- Best for
- kaleidoscopic sound exploration gradual build to resolution long-form listening experience
- Context
- Released on May 18, 1998, 'Kicking a Dead Pig' arrived as Mogwai's first remix album following their critically acclaimed debut, 'Young Team.' At this stage, the band was beginning to establish their unique sound within the post-rock genre, having already garnered significant attention for their atmospheric compositions. This album showcases how they were engaging with other artists to expand their sonic palette.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ed Sheeran· Robbie Williams· Radiohead· Muse· Manic Street Preachers· Depeche Mode· Duran Duran· Ellie Goulding
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Like Herod (Hood remix) Standout 6:57
- 2 Helicon 2 (Max Tundra remix) 7:20
- 3 Summer (Klute's Weird Winter remix) Standout 6:33
- 4 Gwai on 45 (Arab Strap remix) 8:29
- 5 A Cheery Wave From Stranded Youngsters (Third Eye Foundation Tet Offensive remix) 5:09
- 6 Like Herod (Alec Empire's Face the Future remix) 5:15
- 7 Mogwai Fear Satan (Surgeon remix) Standout 6:25
- 8 R U Still in to It? (DJ Q remix) 8:17
- 9 Tracy (Kid Loco's Playing With the Young Team remix) 8:34
- 10 Mogwai Fear Satan (Mogwai remix) 9:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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