Deep Red - Battle Lines (feat. Element 104)

Deep Red is a name that I’m not all to familiar with so I can’t give out a huge history lesson on the duo. However, they were active from the late nineties to the early double-O’s until they decided to go on what would become an indefinite hiatus. I say what would become as the duo has decided to make a bit of a comeback in 2023 with but a taste of what is to come. They have re-released one of their favorite single from their 2002 album “Chimera”, that being the single ‘Battle Lines’ featuring fellow Miami based outfit Element 104. 

So the real question is this: How does the remastered / reworked version fair against the original? The short answer is that it’s an improvement. While the original had me bobbing my head and having a good time, I couldn’t help but feel as if it was still a bit of a demo that needed more work. This new version is more complete; bopping synthpop elements with a powerful lead vocalist. Harder beats than the standard, that’s for sure, giving it a rougher edge for your local goth dance club. I feel as if the mix and master could have been more crisp, however, as I’ve seen / heard better in the modern age. But I’ve also to keep in mind that this is a remake of a song from twenty-years ago. So, I’m keen on hearing what Deep Red will include in their next launch, and how it’ll take modern production techniques into account.