Relaxed & Remixed cover

Relaxed & Remixed

Lighthouse Family · 2004

72 min · 13 tracks · pop music

A soothing blend of acoustic warmth and electronic grooves, inviting listeners to relax and unwind.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Lost in Space (Itaal Shur's full mix) Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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    High (acoustic version) (live) — This live acoustic rendition strips the original down, highlighting the emotional weight of the lyrics while offering a more intimate listening experience.
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    (I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be) Free/One (Phats 'n' Small vocal mix) — This track combines elements of house music with Lighthouse Family's signature pop sound, showcasing their adaptability and appeal in dance music circles.
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    Ocean Drive (acoustic version) — The acoustic version transforms this hit into a reflective anthem, emphasizing its lyrical themes of longing and nostalgia through stripped-back instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • soothing acoustic warmth
  • wave-like pacing for relaxation
  • dynamic flow with peaks
  • for winding down

Maybe skip if you

  • seekers of high energy
  • prefer standalone hit tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Deep Cut — Remix album that revitalizes earlier hits, appealing to dedicated fans but less accessible for newcomers.
Themes
acoustic intimacy· nostalgic reflections· dance music evolution
Career context
In 2004, Lighthouse Family released 'Relaxed & Remixed' as a follow-up to their successful album 'Postcards from Heaven.' The band was navigating a transition period, having experienced commercial success in the late 90s but facing challenges in maintaining momentum. This remix album showcases their hits reimagined with fresh production, allowing them to stay relevant within the evolving music scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Simply Red· Seal· Dido

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • High (acoustic version) (live)

    The performance shifts from a hopeful tone to a moment of vulnerability as the singer reflects on life's struggles.

    This shift in tone reveals a deeper emotional connection with the audience, contrasting with the more upbeat nature of the original.

Tracklist

  • 1 Lost in Space (Itaal Shur's full mix) Start here 5:05
  • 2 High (acoustic version) (live) 4:06
  • 3 Goodbye Heartbreak (Linslee Main mix) 5:19
  • 4 Postcard From Heaven (7" mix) 4:20
  • 5 (I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be) Free/One (Phats 'n' Small vocal mix) 7:34
  • 6 Question of Faith (Tee's Freeze mix) 6:21
  • 7 High (vocal 12") 11:36
  • 8 From a Desert to a Beach 4:24
  • 9 Ocean Drive (acoustic version) 3:09
  • 10 Lifted (acoustic version) 3:12
  • 11 Run (D'influence vocal mix) 4:52
  • 12 Raincloud (Basement Boys Paradox vocal) 8:11
  • 13 Ocean Drive (Mindspell's Miami Beach Experience - radio mix) 4:12

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