The Reworks
Pendulum · 2018
65 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock
Dynamic remixes that blend Pendulum's signature sound with fresh interpretations by prominent electronic music artists.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hold Your Colour (Noisia remix) Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Blood Sugar (Knife Party remix) — This remix reimagines the iconic Blood Sugar with Knife Party's signature aggressive style, amplifying its energy for modern dancefloors.
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The Island, Pt. 1 (Dawn) (Skrillex remix) — Skrillex adds his unique touch to this track, blending elements of dubstep and melodic drops that enhance its emotional depth.
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Crush (Devin Townsend remix) — Devin Townsend infuses this remix with his characteristic progressive rock influences, creating an unexpected yet compelling fusion with Pendulum's drum and bass roots.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album revitalizes Pendulum's sound through diverse remixes but lacks cohesive flow due to its compilation nature.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent tempo range, primarily between mid-tempo and upbeat, creating a dynamic flow throughout.
- Several remixes introduce new instrumental layers or vocal samples that diverge from the original arrangements, adding freshness to familiar tracks.
- 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
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
- dynamic remix journey exploration
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- headphone detail hunting experience
- engaging energy for dance floors
- playful reinterpretations of classics
Maybe skip if you
- preference for traditional arrangements
- dislike for extended tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Revitalizes interest in Pendulum's sound after a long hiatus, showcasing their influence.
- Themes
- electronic remix culture· collaborative legacy
- Career context
- By the release of The Reworks in 2018, Pendulum had transitioned from their last studio album in 2010 to a focus on live performances and festival appearances. This project marked a significant return to the spotlight, showcasing their classic tracks reimagined through collaborations with some of electronic music's leading figures.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Noisia· Sub Focus· The Prodigy
Tracklist
- 1 Hold Your Colour (Noisia remix) Start here 5:25
- 2 Blood Sugar (Knife Party remix) 4:03
- 3 9,000 Miles (Eelke Kleijn remix) 8:21
- 4 The Island, Pt. 1 (Dawn) (Skrillex remix) 3:31
- 5 Propane Nightmares (Grabbitz remix) 3:52
- 6 Crush (Devin Townsend remix) 4:37
- 7 Tarantula (Icarus remix) 6:37
- 8 Witchcraft (Pegboard Nerds remix) 3:20
- 9 Watercolour (Matrix & Futurebound remix) 5:30
- 10 The Island, Pt. 1 (Dawn) (AN21 remix) 3:55
- 11 Still Grey (DJ Seinfeld remix) 5:12
- 12 Vault (Moby remix) 6:42
- 13 Streamline (ATTLAS remix) 3:48
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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