Remix cover

Remix

Le Tigre · 2003

41 min · 7 tracks · electronic rock

A pulsating blend of electronic beats and punk ethos reimagines Le Tigre's distinctive sound through innovative remixes.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Deceptacon (DFA remix) — This remix amplifies the original's infectious energy with driving bass lines and layered synths, making it a staple in club playlists.
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    Dyke March 2001 (Reid Speed's Aphro-Dykey mix) — This track retains the political edge of the original while infusing it with high-energy drum patterns that invite listeners to dance.
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    Tres bien (Analog Tara's Nouveau Disco mix) — The disco-infused rework elevates the playful spirit of the original, showcasing Le Tigre's ability to merge activism with celebration.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album showcases varied remixes that highlight Le Tigre's sound while maintaining a solid electronic rock foundation.

What we noticed

  • Each track features a distinct producer's interpretation, resulting in varied tempos and arrangements across the album.
  • The remixes often emphasize rhythmic elements, with some tracks extending the original length significantly, such as the DFA remix long mix vocal.
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
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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

  • danceable beats for social gatherings
  • playful remixes with vibrant energy
  • long tracks for deep engagement
  • pulsating rhythms that inspire movement

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • want straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 2003, Remix followed Le Tigre's critically acclaimed album This Island, showcasing the band's growing reputation in the electronic rock scene. At this point, they were solidifying their identity as a band that embraced both feminist themes and danceable grooves, appealing to a diverse audience.
Stylistic neighbors
Sleater-Kinney· Peaches· Chicks on Speed

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Deceptacon (DFA remix)

    The chorus shifts rhythmically, emphasizing urgency and demand while maintaining an infectious groove.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Tres bien (Analog Tara's Nouveau Disco mix) 5:51
  • 2 On Guard (Swim with the Dolphins En Garde mix) 5:10
  • 3 Mediocrity Rules (41 Small Stars mix) 3:00
  • 4 Dyke March 2001 (Reid Speed's Aphro-Dykey mix) 5:55
  • 5 Deceptacon (DFA remix) 6:24
  • 6 Much Finer (The Flaxdatass mix) 3:30
  • 7 Deceptacon (DFA remix long mix vocal) 11:42

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