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Re-Sfaction

Benny Benassi · 2004

70 min · 13 tracks · pop music

A pulsating blend of electro house beats and playful pop melodies that energizes the dance floor.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Illusion (Sfaction mix) Start here — This track exemplifies Benassi's signature sound with its catchy hooks and driving basslines, making it a staple in club playlists.
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    Alive (Benny Benassi Sfaction club mix) — With its infectious rhythm and uplifting vibe, 'Alive' became one of the standout tracks that showcased Benassi's ability to fuse pop sensibilities with electronic dance music.
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    I Love My Sex (Sfaction mix) — 'I Love My Sex' features provocative lyrics combined with rhythmic beats, encapsulating the bold and playful spirit of the album while becoming a club favorite.

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 album delivers energetic dance tracks but lacks cohesion and depth for long-term engagement.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of four-on-the-floor beats across nearly all tracks, creating a relentless dance rhythm.
  • Many tracks incorporate vocal samples that are looped and manipulated, adding a playful texture to the electro house sound.
  • The first half of the album maintains a high energy level with uptempo tracks, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and styles.
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
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
4/10

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

  • vibrant dancefloor energy
  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • hypnotic melodies for movement
  • for party atmospheres

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking quiet introspection
  • prefer standalone track variety

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This album solidified Benassi's reputation in the electro house scene.
Career context
Released on January 1, 2004, Re-Sfaction is Benny Benassi's follow-up to his breakout album, Hypnotica (2003). At this point in his career, Benassi had gained international recognition for his innovative sound, merging house music with pop elements. This album continued to solidify his presence in electronic music and marked a significant phase in his evolving style.
Stylistic neighbors
deadmau5· Calvin Harris· David Guetta

Tracklist

  • 1 Illusion (Sfaction mix) Start here 5:22
  • 2 Alive (Benny Benassi Sfaction club mix) 5:30
  • 3 Don’t Touch Too Much (Benny Smash mix) 5:32
  • 4 In-Tango (Benny Benassi remix) 5:07
  • 5 Nonono (Sfaction mix) 5:03
  • 6 Able to Love (Sfaction radio edit) 3:28
  • 7 Get Better (Sfaction mix) 5:16
  • 8 Tu es foutu (Benny Benassi remix) 5:00
  • 9 Dance Commander (Benny Benassi remix) 5:43
  • 10 Natural Woman (Sfaction mix) 4:57
  • 11 I Love My Sex (Sfaction mix) 6:36
  • 12 Safisfaction (B. Deep remix) 6:29
  • 13 Approved Bootleg Megamix 6:36

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