André Allen Anjos over at Remix Artist Collective ( RAC ) has added the groups signature dance-pop style to The Killers track ‘ Runaways ‘. The remix strips back the wall of grunge and distortion from the original, allowing clean melodies and clear vocals to lead over smooth bass riffs and simplistic dance beats. When left exposed, you really notice the power of Brandon Flowers voice and it’s striking resemblance to U2 frontman Bono ( offers better proof). Apparently the pair are mutual fans of each others work. It’s this simplicity matched with the leading vocal melodies that allow this track to succeed.
As always with RAC, the real creative talent is the collectives ability to transform a song from its original form into a whole new track that sounds as if it was made to be an original itself. This remix is no different. However, for me the whole experience seems a little dull. The song seems to flow too neatly and the lack of distinct peaks and troughs make it a little bland. That being said, its an easy one to leave blaring in the background as you ease in to a lazy Sunday.
WORDS BY TOM PITNEY
WORDS BY Tom Pitney
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