The Mix
Gary Numan · 1998
65 min · 14 tracks · electronic · new wave · synth-pop
An electrifying blend of reimagined synth-pop classics married to pulsating dance rhythms and atmospheric soundscapes.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo dance vibes atmospheric soundscapes for focus reimagined classics for nostalgia
- Context
- By the time 'The Mix' was released in 1998, Gary Numan had transitioned from his late '70s synth-pop roots into a more electronic and experimental phase. This album, a collection of remixes, showcases Numan's ongoing relevance in the evolving electronic music scene, coming nearly two decades after his breakthrough with 'Are ‘Friends’ Electric?'.
- If you like
- electronic, new wave, synth-pop
The Mix is an album by Gary Numan, released in 1998. An electrifying blend of reimagined synth-pop classics married to pulsating dance rhythms and atmospheric soundscapes. This album played a significant role in showcasing Numan's enduring influence on electronic music and dance culture, reaching the UK Albums Chart. The innovative remixes by various artists introduced his classic tracks to a new audience, solidifying his legacy within the electronic music genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Mix sound like?
An electrifying blend of reimagined synth-pop classics married to pulsating dance rhythms and atmospheric soundscapes. Rooted in electronic and new wave.
What makes The Mix by Gary Numan notable?
This album played a significant role in showcasing Numan's enduring influence on electronic music and dance culture, reaching the UK Albums Chart. The innovative remixes by various artists introduced his classic tracks to a new audience, solidifying his legacy within the electronic music genre. By the time 'The Mix' was released in 1998, Gary Numan had transitioned from his late '70s synth-pop roots into a more electronic and experimental phase. This album, a collection of remixes, showcases Numan's ongoing relevance in the evolving electronic music scene, coming nearly two decades after his breakthrough with 'Are ‘Friends’ Electric?'.
Who is The Mix for?
The Mix works well if you're into steady mid-tempo dance vibes, atmospheric soundscapes for focus and reimagined classics for nostalgia.
How many songs are on The Mix?
The Mix has 14 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Are ‘Friends’ Electric? (Leæther Strip mix) Standout 4:58
- 2 Cars (Spahn Ranch mix) Standout 4:51
- 3 We Are So Fragile (Death Ride 69 mix) Standout 4:35
- 4 We Are Glass (Transmutator mix) 4:50
- 5 A Question of Faith (Anubian Lights mix) 5:00
- 6 I Die, You Die (Information Society mix) 3:52
- 7 Cars (Talla 2XLC mix) 4:53
- 8 We Are Glass (Astralasia mix) 5:01
- 9 Deadliner (Spaceship Eyes mix) 4:09
- 10 Cars (JLAB mix) 4:00
- 11 Emotion (Kill Switch… Klick mix) 4:58
- 12 She’s Got Claws (Biokraft mix) 4:42
- 13 Are ‘Friends’ Electric? (Ikon mix) 4:43
- 14 We Are So Fragile (LCD mix) 4:57
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