Album Review: Takes Me Higher Click Remix by CLSM
Released in 2011 under the UK-based label CLSM, Takes Me Higher Click Remix is an electrifying dive into the hardcore and breakbeat subgenres of electronic music. This album doesn’t just play—it assaults your senses with relentless energy and raw, unfiltered emotion. If you’re a fan of beats that hit harder than a caffeine rush, this is one for the books.
The titular track, (Takes Me) Higher (Click Remix), stands out as a sonic juggernaut. It’s impossible not to get swept away by its frenetic pace and pounding kicks. The track layers distorted synths with a driving bassline that feels like it’s pushing you forward, whether you’re ready or not. What makes it unforgettable is its ability to balance chaos with precision. Just when you think it can’t get more intense, it throws in a breakdown that feels like a freefall before snapping back into gear. You don’t just hear this track—you feel it. It’s the kind of song that demands volume levels high enough to rattle your neighbors.
Another standout is an unnamed gem buried midway through the album (we’ll call it Track X for simplicity). While it doesn’t have the same immediate punch as (Takes Me) Higher, it sneaks up on you with intricate beat patterns and glitchy samples that sound like they were pulled straight from a cyberpunk dream. The transitions here are smoother, almost hypnotic, creating a stark contrast to the rest of the album’s aggressive tone. Listening to it feels like finding a hidden room in a house party—unexpected but oh-so-satisfying.
One thing’s clear: CLSM wasn’t messing around when they crafted this project. The production quality shines despite its underground roots, and the stylistic blend of hardcore and breakbeat keeps things fresh without ever feeling forced. Sure, some purists might argue there’s too much going on at times, but isn’t that what makes it exciting? Perfection is overrated anyway.
Reflecting on Takes Me Higher Click Remix, it strikes me how albums like this remind us why electronic music remains so vital. It’s not about lyrics or flashy visuals—it’s about connection, pure and simple. And honestly, if this album had come out today, I’d probably still be blasting it in my car while pretending I’m starring in my own action movie. Who knew 2011 could sound so current?
Final verdict? A wild ride worth taking—if you’ve got the guts for it.
