Surrender (Remixes)
Rüfüs Du Sol · 2022
90 min · 14 tracks · alternative dance
A vibrant collection of remixes that reimagines Rüfüs Du Sol's emotive sound through the lens of various electronic artists.
Top tracks — play these first
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Next to Me (Vintage Culture remix) — This remix transforms the original into a lively dance track, infusing it with a fresh groove that invigorates the emotional core of the song.
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I Don't Wanna Leave (Innellea remix) — Innellea's interpretation adds atmospheric depth and intricate layers, creating a hauntingly beautiful version that enhances the track's introspective lyrics.
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Alive (Solomun remix) — This remix stands out for its progressive build and euphoric climax, perfectly capturing the essence of club culture while maintaining the original's emotive resonance.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album presents varied remixes but lacks strong cohesion and depth for repeated listens.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent tempo range, primarily between 120-130 BPM, maintaining a danceable energy throughout.
- Several remixes introduce new melodic elements or rework existing ones, altering the emotional tone of the originals.
- The last three tracks are remixes of the same song, 'On My Knees', which creates a repetitive feel towards the end.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- dancefloor-ready anthems for parties
- wave-like pacing for movement
- dynamic remix journey exploration
- extended tracks for deep immersion
- uplifting energy for late nights
Maybe skip if you
- prefer quick standalone tracks
- dislike dance-oriented remixes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A remix album that showcases reinterpretations, not a primary entry point.
- Career context
- Released on August 12, 2022, 'Surrender (Remixes)' follows Rüfüs Du Sol's critically acclaimed album 'Surrender' from 2021. The band had established themselves as a significant force in alternative dance music, and this remix album showcases their continued collaboration with prominent figures in the electronic scene while expanding their sonic palette.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I Don't Wanna Leave
The narrative shifts from longing to acceptance as the singer reflects on a past relationship with poignant clarity.
This progression from yearning to resolution illustrates a significant emotional arc, showcasing the songwriter's ability to convey complex feelings of love and loss.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Next to Me (Vintage Culture remix) 6:22
- 2 Make It Happen (Dom Dolla remix) 4:27
- 3 See You Again (Carlita remix) 4:14
- 4 I Don't Wanna Leave (Innellea remix) 6:23
- 5 Alive (Anyma remix) 5:11
- 6 On My Knees (Adriatique remix) 7:32
- 7 Wildfire (Colyn remix) 7:42
- 8 Surrender (Magdalena remix) 5:59
- 9 Devotion (Luke Alessi remix) 7:12
- 10 Always (Monkey Safari remix) 6:51
- 11 Next to Me (Adana Twins 'A Night At Revolver' version) 7:49
- 12 Alive (Solomun remix) 8:54
- 13 On My Knees (Cassian remix) 5:48
- 14 On My Knees (Oliver Schories remix) 6:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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