Mgmt - Kids (system Kids Remix) Apr 2026
“The catchy synth doesn't help either... making me even more likely to succumb to nostalgic crying.” Rate Your Music · 1 year ago
The of MGMT's iconic "Kids" is a high-energy future bass and EDM reimagining that transforms the indie-sleaze anthem into a modern festival-ready banger . While the original 2008 track is known for its bittersweet, nostalgic synth-pop sound, this version leans heavily into aggressive, rhythmic energy suited for a high-impact dance floor. Review: MGMT – "Kids" (SYSTEM KIDS Remix) MGMT - Kids (SYSTEM KIDS Remix)
The SYSTEM KIDS Remix takes one of the most recognizable synth hooks in history and injects it with a heavy dose of . Released in September 2021, the remix serves as a bridge between the late-2000s "bloghouse" era and the polished, bass-heavy production of the modern EDM scene. “The catchy synth doesn't help either
: The remix maintains the core vocal melody—Andrew VanWyngarden’s vulnerable, anthemic lyrics about childhood innocence—but frames them between hard-hitting builds and melodic drops typical of the Trap Nation aesthetic. Review: MGMT – "Kids" (SYSTEM KIDS Remix) The
: SYSTEM KIDS strips back the "lo-fi" Casio-synth feel of the original, replacing it with massive, side-chained synth chords and a pulsating bassline . The "honky" midrange of the original lead is modernized with a cleaner, sharper saw-wave sound.
