Example - Kickstarts

Review by Corwin Henderson

Kickstarts by Example: A Genre-Bending Dancefloor Odyssey That Still Kicks (and Starts) Released in 2010, Kickstarts by Example isn’t just an album—it’s a passport to a sweaty European club night where everyone’s wearing neon and pretending they’re cooler than they actually are. With genres spanning Pop and Electronic, and styles dipping into Europop, House, Dubstep, and even Hip-House, this record feels like a chaotic yet oddly cohesive playlist someone threw together after one too many espresso martinis. And honestly? It works. Let’s dive into the chaos. The title track, “Kickstarts,” is the star of the show, remixed so many times it’s practically its own genre. You’ve got the BAR9 Remix, which sounds like what happens when robots discover funk; the Wideboys Stadium Mix, perfect for pretending you’re at a football match but with better vibes; and the Afrojack Remix, because why not throw some Dutch electro wizardry into the mix? Each version feels like meeting an old friend who’s had a personality transplant—familiar, but weirdly exciting. But if I had to pick one remix that sticks in my brain like gum on a shoe, it’s the BAR9 Vocal Mix. This thing hits harder than your ex’s apology text. The bassline growls like a grumpy cat, while Example’s vocals glide over the top like he’s casually strolling through a rave. It’s got that perfect blend of euphoria and edge, making you want to simultaneously cry and fist-pump. Also, whoever thought adding robotic glitches to a pop song was a good idea deserves a medal—or at least a free drink at the bar. Another standout is the Fenech-Soler Remix, which turns “Kickstarts” into a glittery synth-pop banger. It’s the kind of track that makes you feel invincible, like you could conquer the world or at least finish your laundry without procrastinating. Fenech-Solers clearly understood the assignment here: take something already great and sprinkle it with disco fairy dust. What’s wild about Kickstarts is how it manages to sound both timeless and totally 2010. Listening to it now feels like scrolling through an old MySpace page—you’re hit with waves of nostalgia, cringe, and admiration all at once. Plus, the sheer number of remixes means there’s literally a version for every mood. Need motivation? Go for the Extended Mix. Feeling mellow? Try the Instrumental Edit. Want to lose your mind entirely? Hit play on the Bar9 Remix. The credits read like a who’s who of music industry talent: Sub Focus producing, Steven Eaves snapping moody photos, and Kamaleonts doing artwork that probably looked super edgy back in the day. Even the labels involved—Ministry of Sound, Data Records, Embassy of Music—are like a United Nations of dance music coolness. So, would I recommend Kickstarts? Absolutely. It’s messy, ambitious, and occasionally feels like it was made by committee—but isn’t that life? In a way, this album is less about perfection and more about capturing the energy of a moment. And let’s be real, sometimes you don’t need perfection. Sometimes you just need a beat loud enough to drown out your existential dread. Final thought: If Example ever releases a sequel called Restart, I’ll be first in line. But only if they promise another BAR9 Remix. Those guys really know how to kickstart… well, everything.

Artist: Example
Album: Kickstarts

2011

Rating: 4.43

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Kickstarts (Wideboys Remix)	6:32
Kickstarts (Fenech-Soler Remix)	5:45
Kickstarts (Wideboys Stadium Remix)	6:32
Kickstarts (Bar9 Instrumental)
Kickstarts (Klaas Remix)	5:14
Kickstarts (Klaas Radio Edit)	3:04
Kickstarts (Afrojack Remix)	6:32
Kickstarts [Wideboys Remix]	06:33
Kickstarts (Instrumental Edit)	3:03
Kickstarts (Wideboys Edit)
Kickstarts (Bar9 Vocal Mix)
Kickstarts (Original Radio Edit)	3:03
Kickstarts (Fenech Soler Remix)	5:46
Kickstarts (Radio Edit)	3:03
Kickstarts [Radio Edit]	03:04
Kickstarts (BAR9 Remix)	4:53
Won't Go Quietly (Stanza Remix)	5:33
Kickstarts (Wideboys Stadium Mix)	6:32
Kickstarts (Extended Mix)	5:34
Kickstarts (Fenench Soler Remix)	5:46
Kickstarts (Bar 9 Remix)

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Data Records, Ministry Of Sound
Data Records
Embassy Of Music, Ministry Of Sound
D:vision Records
Blanco Y Negro

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lyssna på nätet
lytte på nettet
écouter en ligne
kuunnella verkossa
ascolta in linea
escuchar en línea
online luisteren
ouvir online
online anhören

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CDr
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9 × File
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320 kbps

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Role	Company
Published By	Pure Groove Music
Phonographic Copyright (p)	Embassy Of Music GmbH
Copyright (c)	Embassy Of Music GmbH
Licensed From	Ministry Of Sound Recordings Ltd.
Distributed By	Vertice Srl
Mastered At	Sterling Sound

Credits

Role	Credit
Remix	Bar9
Photography	Steven Eaves
Design	willjack.co.uk
Other	william-barnes.com
Producer	N.Douwma, Sub Focus
Mixed By	N.Douwma, Sub Focus
Vocals	David Stewart
Written-By	E.Gleave, N.Douwma
A&R	Alvaro Ugolini, Dario Raimondi Cominesi
Artwork	www.kamaleonts.com
Management	Barbara Ugolini

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Cdr in pvc sleeve
Published by Pure Groove Music/Universal Music.
TRACK 2: Additional remix, production & programming for Wideboys ltd.
The Wideboys appear c/o Matt Waterhouse Represents.
℗ 2010 Data Records / Ministry Of Sound Recordings Ltd.
© 2010 Data Records / Ministry Of Sound Recordings Ltd.
℗&© 2011 Embassy of Music GmbH under exclusive license from Ministry Of Sound Recordings Limited.
Made in Germany
"Kickstarts" published by Pure Groove Music / Universal Music Publ.
"Won't Go Quietly" published by Pure Groove Music / Metrophonic Music / Universal Music Publ.
Mastered at Sterling Sound, NY.
(P) 2010 Data Records / Ministry Of Sound Recordings Ltd. © 2010 d:vision records, a trademark of Energy Production Srl. Distributed by Vertice Srl. Digital distribution by MADE IN eTALY srl. Made in Italy/EU.
Release housed in a cardboard sleeve.

Barcodes

Barcode: 5 051823 012232
Matrix / Runout: DATA230CDX 01
Other (SID Code): IFPI LY34
Other (Manufacturer): Sony DADC
Other (Rights Societies): MCPS
ASIN: B003LZ38OQ
Barcode: 825646738359
Matrix / Runout: 256467383-5 V01 DGH
Matrix / Runout: IFPI L016
Rights Society: GEMA/BIEM
Label Code: LC 24833
Barcode: 8014090247186
Rights Society: SIAE
Matrix / Runout: ││HA-3563-DVR718.10 ││
Other (Mastering SID Code): IFPI LN12

About Example

Elliot John Gleave (born 20 June 1982), better known by his stage name Example, is an English singer and rapper signed to Data Records. His name arose due to his initials being E.G., which is an abbreviation of the Latin phrase exempli gratia ("for example"). Elliot Gleave was born at a West London hospital in Hammersmith, the elder of two children, and attended All Saints Primary School in Fulham. He later went on to attend ADT College (now Ashcroft Technology Academy) in Wandsworth. Gleave has claimed in interviews that the main reason he started rapping was due to his introduction to hip-hop through albums by Wu-Tang Clan and Snoop Dogg the latter's album purchased primarily for "the cool cover art".

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Elliot John Gleave

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Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that the album *Kickstarts* by Example is a genre-blending masterpiece? It mixes Pop and Electronic with styles like Europop, House, and Dubstep. Released in 2010 across the UK, Italy, Spain, and Germany, it features an insane number of remixes of the title track. With over 20 versions of "Kickstarts," from Afrojack’s remix to Bar9’s instrumental take, it’s like a choose-your-own-adventure for dance music fans. Sub Focus produced it, and Example himself provided the vocals, making it a true team effort. The artwork was handled by Kamaleonts, adding a visual edge to the sonic experience. Not bad for an album that feels like a festival in itself!

Comments

blogandinhobruna

2025-03-05

i love the song

walkingbanjo

2025-03-04

Anyone still listening to this

menguesmen

2025-03-03

Tuneeeeeee❤️

habibfbv

2025-03-03

An a love
keep going

cleaningservices88

2025-03-02

yet another song you some how know the fken lyrics to when the music is playing

ladawnedington7530

2025-03-01

2020 ??

rajdigitalentertainment

2025-02-28

2019

duvalcruz

2025-02-27

Memories of 2014

wadz

2025-02-26

seen Example live in Glasgow in Feb an he is awesome :) cant wait til the next time

nilsblogg

2025-02-26

i kept miss-reading 'Prom' ...

surftheword

2025-02-26

after working at Hollister this song is ingrained in my head for the rest of my life

silvermassacre

2025-02-26

Masterpiece

fightforfaith130806

2025-02-26

this song is so amazingly good. no other song topped this song and its 2016 !! this was the best song throughout all these years. lets do better guys! MORE LIKE THIS!! we scream for exciting catchy songs! why did the 2013th Generation ruin our good quality music. ?