The Prodigy (Part 8) Remixes
In the 1990s, The Prodigy weren’t just a band — they were part of Britain’s massive rave culture.
Back then, remixes played a huge role: DJs and producers were constantly reworking tracks for clubs, warehouse raves, and pirate radio stations.
The main remix mastermind behind The Prodigy was Liam Howlett. His style was completely different from the typical dance remixes of that era.
Instead of making “an extended club version”, he would basically tear the original apart and rebuild it from scratch:
• speed up the tempo;
• add breakbeat and hardcore techno;
• throw in heavy drums and distorted bass;
• use sharp samples and an atmosphere of industrial chaos.
In the 90s, remixes were often made quickly and followed the same formula, but Liam Howlett treated them as standalone pieces of music.
Sometimes he’d keep only a vocal phrase or a single sample and rewrite everything else from the ground up.
That’s why a Prodigy remix was instantly recognisable, even without the name attached.
A lot of these remixes actually became more popular than the original tracks themselves! I’ve got a huge collection of Prodigy remixes, so picking a top 5 wasn’t easy — but I’ll give it a go!
Casanova — Baby D (Prodigy Pump Action Remix)
Instruments of Darkness — The Prodigy Mix
Everybody Say Love — The Prodigy Remix
Zeroes & Ones — The Prodigy Versus
Religion — The Prodigy Trance U Down Mix
Thanks!!!
P.S. The last photo shows the brand-new remix for Sleaford Mods. It’s officially out already, but the vinyl release isn’t until 26 June. Mine’s already pre-ordered!