Control: The Remixes
Janet Jackson · 1987
56 min · 8 tracks · contemporary R&B
Rhythmic dance beats and lush synths intertwine, elevating Janet's commanding vocals into intoxicating remixed realms.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dance floor energy throughout extended grooves for movement commanding vocals driving rhythms
- Context
- Released in January 1987, 'Control: The Remixes' followed Janet Jackson's breakthrough album 'Control' from 1986. At this point in her career, Janet was solidifying her status as a pop icon and innovating within the R&B genre. The remixes showcased her evolving artistry and the influence of leading producers like Shep Pettibone.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B
Control: The Remixes is an album by Janet Jackson, released in 1987. Rhythmic dance beats and lush synths intertwine, elevating Janet's commanding vocals into intoxicating remixed realms. 'Control: The Remixes' contributed significantly to the rise of remix culture in the late '80s, influencing how pop music was consumed and marketed. The remixed tracks gained radio play, further solidifying Jackson's commercial success and paving the way for future R&B artists to embrace remix formats. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Control: The Remixes sound like?
Rhythmic dance beats and lush synths intertwine, elevating Janet's commanding vocals into intoxicating remixed realms. Rooted in contemporary R&B.
What makes Control: The Remixes by Janet Jackson notable?
'Control: The Remixes' contributed significantly to the rise of remix culture in the late '80s, influencing how pop music was consumed and marketed. The remixed tracks gained radio play, further solidifying Jackson's commercial success and paving the way for future R&B artists to embrace remix formats. Released in January 1987, 'Control: The Remixes' followed Janet Jackson's breakthrough album 'Control' from 1986. At this point in her career, Janet was solidifying her status as a pop icon and innovating within the R&B genre. The remixes showcased her evolving artistry and the influence of leading producers like Shep Pettibone.
Who is Control: The Remixes for?
Control: The Remixes works well if you're into dance floor energy throughout, extended grooves for movement and commanding vocals driving rhythms.
How many songs are on Control: The Remixes?
Control: The Remixes has 8 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Control (The video mix) 6:02
- 2 When I Think of You (dance remix) Standout 6:25
- 3 The Pleasure Principle (long vocal remix) (The Shep Pettibone mix) Standout 7:23
- 4 Nasty (Cool Summer mix, Part 1) Standout 7:57
- 5 What Have You Done for Me Lately (extended mix) 7:00
- 6 Nasty (Cool Summer mix, Part 2) 10:09
- 7 Let’s Wait Awhile (remix) 4:30
- 8 The Pleasure Principle (dub edit) (The Shep Pettibone mix) 6:58
Release Date
January 1, 1987
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
56 min 24 sec
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