Romance Bloody Romance: Remixes & B-Sides cover

Romance Bloody Romance: Remixes & B-Sides

Death from Above 1979 · 2005

57 min · 13 tracks · punk

Pulsating dance beats collide with punk's raw energy, transforming familiar tracks into vibrant new experiences.

Why this album works

The album highlights Death from Above 1979's impact on the burgeoning dance-punk movement of the early 2000s, influencing countless artists and DJs. Notably, its remixed tracks received airplay in clubs and festivals, illustrating the crossover appeal between punk rock and electronic music that defined the era. The remixes also contributed to the band's growing reputation as innovators within their genre.
Best for
dynamic remix journey exploration pulsating beats for dancing wave-like pacing for movement
Context
Released in early 2005, 'Romance Bloody Romance: Remixes & B-Sides' followed Death from Above 1979's breakthrough debut album, 'You're a Woman, I'm a Machine.' At this point in their career, the duo was gaining significant recognition in the punk and electronic scenes, experimenting with remixes to broaden their sonic palette and reach new audiences. This remix collection showcased their willingness to collaborate with prominent producers and DJs.
Stylistic neighbors
Flatfoot 56· NOFX· Sum 41

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Better Off Dead 2:17
  • 2 Blood on Our Hands (Justice remix) Standout 3:52
  • 3 Romantic Rights (Erol Alkan’s Love From Below re‐edit) Standout 6:20
  • 4 Black History Month (Alan Braxe & Fred Falke remix) Standout 5:21
  • 5 Little Girl (MSTRKRFT edition) 3:36
  • 6 Romantic Rights (The Phones Lovers remix) 4:40
  • 7 Black History Month (Josh Homme remix) 4:39
  • 8 You’re Lovely (but You’ve Got Problems) 3:06
  • 9 Romantic Rights (Marczech Makuziak remix) 3:57
  • 10 Black History Month (Sammy Danger remix) 4:04
  • 11 Romantic Rights (Dahlback remix) 5:44
  • 12 Black History Month (Girl on Girl revision) 4:25
  • 13 Sexy Results (MSTRKRFT edition) 5:08

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