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Reanimation

Linkin Park · 2002

60 min · 20 tracks · alternative rock

A bold reimagining of their debut, merging genres with explosive energy and intricate soundscapes.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Pts.OF.Athrty Start here — This track transforms the original's aggressive energy into an intricate blend of hip-hop beats and electronic elements, showcasing the band's ability to innovate within their sound.
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    Frgt/10 — Featuring a collaboration with Jay Gordon of Orgy, this track exemplifies the album's experimental nature while maintaining the emotional depth of the original material.
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    1stp Klosr — As one of the standout remixes, it captures the essence of Hybrid Theory while adding layers of complexity that highlight the band's dynamic range and production skills.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

57 /100
Foothills
Higher than 48% of albums we've rated

Reanimation creatively remixes its source material, showcasing strong cohesion and distinctiveness within the nu-metal genre.

What we noticed

  • The album features 20 tracks, each reinterpreting songs from Hybrid Theory with new arrangements and additional elements.
  • Several tracks incorporate samples and interludes that create a continuous flow, blurring the lines between individual pieces.
  • The use of varied vocal styles, including rapping and singing, is prominent throughout, often layered over complex electronic beats.
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
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

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 flow with peaks
  • frenetic energy for workouts
  • emotional release through intensity
  • short bursts of engagement
  • ideal for nostalgic reflection

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek calm, soothing sounds

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Experimental — It reimagines tracks from Hybrid Theory, merging genres and pushing boundaries.
Themes
electronic reimagining· nu-metal evolution· collaborative experimentation
Career context
Released on July 30, 2002, Reanimation is a remix album that follows Linkin Park's breakthrough debut, Hybrid Theory. At this stage in their career, the band was solidifying its place in the nu-metal scene, exploring innovative ways to reinterpret their music through collaboration with various artists and producers.

Tracklist

  • 1 Opening 1:05
  • 2 Pts.OF.Athrty Start here 3:43
  • 3 Enth E Nd 4:00
  • 4 [Chali] 0:23
  • 5 Frgt/10 3:32
  • 6 P5hng Me A*wy 4:37
  • 7 Plc.4 Mie Hæd 4:06
  • 8 X-Ecutioner Style 2:03
  • 9 H! Vltg3 3:35
  • 10 [Riff Raff] 0:21
  • 11 Wth>You 4:11
  • 12 Ntr\Mssion 0:32
  • 13 Ppr:Kut 3:31
  • 14 Rnw@y 3:08
  • 15 My<Dsmbr 4:12
  • 16 [Stef] 0:09
  • 17 By_Myslf 3:42
  • 18 Kyur4 th Ich 2:33
  • 19 1stp Klosr 5:46
  • 20 Krwlng 5:37

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