Remix packs have become a trend in the past few years. While some originals should be left untouched because reworking them can ruin their allure, remixes offer the advantage of giving listeners a new perspective on a familiar sound or vocal. When done correctly, a different interpretation of a track can unearth untouched beauty.
Yesterday, RL Grime released the second installment of the NOVA remixes, offering fans a total of 22 new interpretations of his sophomore album. Enlisting promising up-and-comers as well as established veterans, RL Grime has tapped into the industry’s finest to unleash one of the biggest remix packs in history.
Volume 1 of the remixes saw eclectic reworks of the already highly versatile album. While some artists such as Enschway and MYRNE draw influence from the king of trap’s unique sound, artists such as Hex Cougar, Eptic and TYNAN stray from the genre and deliver epic new takes on ‘Shrine’, ‘Era’ and ‘Pressure’, respectively. The first installment of the NOVA remixes is perfectly tailored for fans who enjoy a plethora of genres.
Volume 2, on the other hand, is suited for trap lovers. Boasting names such as QUIX, Alexander Lewis, Montell2099, Dabow and Cozway, yesterday’s chapter is bound to expose your gnarliest bass face, with each providing refreshing takes on RL Grime’s originals. Other impressive standouts include Valentino Khan and Anna Lunoe‘s infectious remix of ‘Pressure’ and Heimanu‘s emotional and melodic rework of ‘UCLA’.
With such as stacked line-up, the 22 remixes are a true testament to RL Grime’s impact among his peers in the music community. Although difficult to touch on every single remix, we hope you take the time to listen to all of them to find your favourites.
