Madeon Returns to Remixing with Ninajirachi's 'iPod Touch' Edit
Madeon has released his first official remix since 2012, a shimmering edit of Ninajirachi's 'iPod Touch.' The remix incorporates sounds from his early FL Studio projects, and the pair shared a text exchange about it. Madeon also released his first studio album in seven years, 'Victory,' in late June.
The remix marks a notable return for Madeon, whose last official remix predates his rise to mainstream electronic prominence. He drew on sounds from his earliest FL Studio sessions, directly nodding to Ninajirachi's lyrical references to the production software. The pair's shared text exchange reveals the personal nature of the collaboration, with Madeon adding original verse material drawn from his own memories.
Ninajirachi's recent collaboration with Porter Robinson on "WannaCry" further connects her to Madeon's creative circle. Madeon's "Victory" album, released in late June, was his first full-length project in seven years, and he has framed both the album and this remix as exercises in artistic risk-taking rather than audience pandering.
This remix may signal a renewed interest in the early 2010s electronic sound among younger listeners, potentially bridging generational gaps in dance music fandom. For emerging producers like Ninajirachi, high-profile co-signs from established artists could expand their reach to broader audiences. The nostalgic elements may also encourage older fans to revisit formative electronic music, while the collaborative model demonstrates how veteran artists can mentor newer voices without sacrificing creative integrity.