This one is not exactly Dance in it's original form, however, this one is quite dancey.
This is the first single off of Jennifer's upcoming Spanish album tentatively titled Como Ana Una Mujer.
The original version is just awesome. Jennifer sings the verses in a slightly melancholy manner with minimal production underneath and then the chorus is totally anthemic. Jennifer's delivery of the vocals is top notch. She has improved tremendously. She sounds totally natural in her delivery. She seems much more comfortable singing in Spanish, not that her English stuff is awful.
There is also an alternate Remix version of this that is Reggaeton-ish without sounding like it has the same beat found in many Reggaeton remixes. It's a pumping club workout.
In terms of dance mixes, there has been some discussion of Tony Moran and Masters At Work doing remixes. No confirmation from either's camps yet.
12.17.2006
Billie Myers - Just Sex
This one surfaced earlier in the year through some hard, driving tribal mixes by Roland Belmares. A few months later, a mix by Wayne G. & Porl Young was released on Promo Only and on CD Pool. And this one is not going to go away quietly.
This one resurfaces through some new mixes by Eddie Baez. The 3 track promo contains a Vocal Mix, a Mixshow Edit and a Dub.
CD promo tracklisting:
01. Eddie Baez Vocal Mix
02. Eddie Baez Mixshow Edit
03. Eddie Baez Dub Mix
Eddie's mixes are not as hard and industrial sounding as the Roland Belmares mixes. However, these mixes are very energetic and anthemic. The Vocal Mix clocks in at over 10 minutes. And the actual vocals don't come in until about 4 minutes into the mix. There's a nice buildup before the first verse. Lots of vocal loops and effects. The Mixshow Edit is a tight version of the longer mix that only removes some of the additional loops without losing the energy. The Dub has plenty of ups and downs in energy. Just when it seems like it's ending, it goes "up" again. Lots of nice looping also on this one.
Now for the lyrics! These are a bit of a departure for Ms. Myers, however, she delivers them with finesse. She sounds, well, sexy on this one. The naughty lyrics are sure to initiate "oh my, did she just say that?" responses on the dancefloor.
This one resurfaces through some new mixes by Eddie Baez. The 3 track promo contains a Vocal Mix, a Mixshow Edit and a Dub.
CD promo tracklisting:
01. Eddie Baez Vocal Mix
02. Eddie Baez Mixshow Edit
03. Eddie Baez Dub Mix
Eddie's mixes are not as hard and industrial sounding as the Roland Belmares mixes. However, these mixes are very energetic and anthemic. The Vocal Mix clocks in at over 10 minutes. And the actual vocals don't come in until about 4 minutes into the mix. There's a nice buildup before the first verse. Lots of vocal loops and effects. The Mixshow Edit is a tight version of the longer mix that only removes some of the additional loops without losing the energy. The Dub has plenty of ups and downs in energy. Just when it seems like it's ending, it goes "up" again. Lots of nice looping also on this one.
Now for the lyrics! These are a bit of a departure for Ms. Myers, however, she delivers them with finesse. She sounds, well, sexy on this one. The naughty lyrics are sure to initiate "oh my, did she just say that?" responses on the dancefloor.
Kim Sozzi - Break Up
Ms. Sozzi is back with a followup to her stellar cover of Heart's "Alone." This song is a simple, fun vocal track that isn't a remake (as far as we know).
The single version is remixed by Cascada. The hard, driving trancey sound that is characteristic of most Cascada songs is present here. The comination of Cascada and Kim Sozzi works really well. Kim's voice lends itself really well to trance music, as it does to other musical genres. Although the production here is really reminiscent of Cascada's own singles, that's okay. Vocal trance songs are back in full fashion, and what better way to start than with this one?
In addition to Cascada, Johnny Budz and Ian Nieman have also done remixes. Budz does a much housier, dirty electro mix, while Nieman's mix is slightly circuit house. In the case of Nieman, it's not the usual trancey/synthy circuit stuff he's known for. It works though.
All the mixes for this song can be purchased at BeatPort as a digital download, while the Cascada Radio Mix can be purchased a la carte at iTunes. A CD maxi featuring the Cascada and Budz mixes is available at PerfectBeat.
The single version is remixed by Cascada. The hard, driving trancey sound that is characteristic of most Cascada songs is present here. The comination of Cascada and Kim Sozzi works really well. Kim's voice lends itself really well to trance music, as it does to other musical genres. Although the production here is really reminiscent of Cascada's own singles, that's okay. Vocal trance songs are back in full fashion, and what better way to start than with this one?
In addition to Cascada, Johnny Budz and Ian Nieman have also done remixes. Budz does a much housier, dirty electro mix, while Nieman's mix is slightly circuit house. In the case of Nieman, it's not the usual trancey/synthy circuit stuff he's known for. It works though.
All the mixes for this song can be purchased at BeatPort as a digital download, while the Cascada Radio Mix can be purchased a la carte at iTunes. A CD maxi featuring the Cascada and Budz mixes is available at PerfectBeat.
12.10.2006
Meck featuring Dino Lenny
This is a followup to the smash hit "Thunder In My Heart Again" that featured vocals by Leo Sayer earlier this year. This one is a complete departure from the uplifting house sounds of the previous release. It is much darker and electro. Though not completely original, it does contains elements of the classic "Don't You Want Me" by Felix .
This will be released in the first quarter of 2007 in the UK. Look out for this one.
Check out Meck's MySpace.
This will be released in the first quarter of 2007 in the UK. Look out for this one.
Check out Meck's MySpace.
Tracey Thorn - It's All True
Tracey Thorn, the vocalist from UK duo Everything But The Girl has been working on a solo album. The album is tentatively scheduled for a March 2007 release.
The lead single is called "It's All True." Pete Tong premiered this a couple weeks ago on his BBC Radio1 show. It has since been regularly featured.
In its original version, the song is a throwback to the Electro-Dance sound that was popular in the Mid 1980s (think of Shannon, Madonna, Alisha etc.). Tracey's melancholy vocals take center stage over this retro-style production. It totally sounds like it came from the mid 1980s. One would have to be told that this is a new song.
Some remixes of this will be coming out soon. Look out for this.
The lead single is called "It's All True." Pete Tong premiered this a couple weeks ago on his BBC Radio1 show. It has since been regularly featured.
In its original version, the song is a throwback to the Electro-Dance sound that was popular in the Mid 1980s (think of Shannon, Madonna, Alisha etc.). Tracey's melancholy vocals take center stage over this retro-style production. It totally sounds like it came from the mid 1980s. One would have to be told that this is a new song.
Some remixes of this will be coming out soon. Look out for this.
U2 - Pride (In The Name Of Love) [Tony Moran & Jody den Broeder Mix]
The original was released in 1983, and this one has been long overdue for a hot club mix. Tony Moran and Jody den Broeder have turned this into a hands-in-the-air circuit club anthem.
Bono's vocals sound just as fresh on this new remix as they did on the original version. His vocals just soar over the synthy production. Jody's stellar synthwork is very noticeable on this one. After the mini-break with the loop of Bono's vocals, an "I Feel Love"-style instrumental comes in with more of Bono's vocals floating over it.
This one will not be released commercially. The only place to hear this for now is in the NY clubs. This is already a classic at Alegria in NY so that's your best bet for now.
Bono's vocals sound just as fresh on this new remix as they did on the original version. His vocals just soar over the synthy production. Jody's stellar synthwork is very noticeable on this one. After the mini-break with the loop of Bono's vocals, an "I Feel Love"-style instrumental comes in with more of Bono's vocals floating over it.
This one will not be released commercially. The only place to hear this for now is in the NY clubs. This is already a classic at Alegria in NY so that's your best bet for now.
Tony Moran featuring Kristine W. - Walk Away
This much-awaited new song from two of clubland's biggest icons will be released in 2007. Kristine W. originally premiered this one at some of the gay pride events she performed at. She has been performing this at some of her live events as well during the last couple of months. Initial buzz for this song has been quite tremendous, and it has not even been released yet!
This song is a true anthem in a period where anthems have not been at the forefront. Kristine's amazing vocal range is truly utilized on this song. This is basically her "Land Of The Living" song for the new millennium.
This song is a true anthem in a period where anthems have not been at the forefront. Kristine's amazing vocal range is truly utilized on this song. This is basically her "Land Of The Living" song for the new millennium.
12.08.2006
Danny Krivit & Kyle Smith Presents Kim English - It Makes A Difference
After topping the Billboard Dance/Club Play charts earlier this year with the help of the amazing mixes by Tony Moran with the help of Jody den Broeder, this track is back in its third incarnation with mixes by Danny Krivit and Kyle Smith. The second set of mixes were by Almighty which saw a limited release in the UK, and a subsequent limited release in the U.S. via Perfect Beat.
Danny Krivit & Kyle Smith make this song into a song that sounds like it came from the legendary Salsoul label during the Disco era. This one is just simply stunning. Kim's powerful vocals are highlighted over the minimal production. The minimalism of the production really works in this case. It's just enough. Some of Kim's vocals sound like they were from an additional recording session as they were not heard on Tony Moran and Almighty's previously released mixes.
The main Club mix clocks in at over 10 minutes. It's an epic journey across sound. The Dub is only 7 minutes long, but it packs the punch of a dub that is much longer. Kim's additonal vocals are highlighted on the dub.
The lower BPM may scare a few DJs away, but this one is best enjoyed without any tempo/pitch adjustments. This one will work great at the start or end of a House set. Or, this could serve as a nice "bridge" record for going between current House and some old school classics.
This is an essential for any House DJ.
The Club and Dub versions are currently available at TraxSource for digital download.
Danny Krivit & Kyle Smith make this song into a song that sounds like it came from the legendary Salsoul label during the Disco era. This one is just simply stunning. Kim's powerful vocals are highlighted over the minimal production. The minimalism of the production really works in this case. It's just enough. Some of Kim's vocals sound like they were from an additional recording session as they were not heard on Tony Moran and Almighty's previously released mixes.
The main Club mix clocks in at over 10 minutes. It's an epic journey across sound. The Dub is only 7 minutes long, but it packs the punch of a dub that is much longer. Kim's additonal vocals are highlighted on the dub.
The lower BPM may scare a few DJs away, but this one is best enjoyed without any tempo/pitch adjustments. This one will work great at the start or end of a House set. Or, this could serve as a nice "bridge" record for going between current House and some old school classics.
This is an essential for any House DJ.
The Club and Dub versions are currently available at TraxSource for digital download.
11.24.2006
Kristine W. - Be Alright
Kristine is back again with another amazing song. This time, she teams up with Israeli DJ/remixer/producer/artist Offer Nissim for this vocal anthem. Offer reportedly produced this track.
Offer previously remixed Kristine's "The Wonder Of It All" last year, and before that, he gave her song "Save My Soul" some significant play in his sets through the phenomenal Gabriel & Dresden mix.
This collaboration works just as well on paper as it does in execution. There's not a lot of vocals, however, the amount of vocals that are there work quite well. It is done in the way most of Offer's vocal tracks with Maya are done. But this one has more of an emotional element to it because of the stellar production work. Kristine's vocals are simply gorgeous. The vocal effects only add to the beauty of her voice.
This one is an essential right now.
Tony Moran has reportedly remixed this one as well. Perhaps his will have more vocals. If not, no problem.
Offer previously remixed Kristine's "The Wonder Of It All" last year, and before that, he gave her song "Save My Soul" some significant play in his sets through the phenomenal Gabriel & Dresden mix.
This collaboration works just as well on paper as it does in execution. There's not a lot of vocals, however, the amount of vocals that are there work quite well. It is done in the way most of Offer's vocal tracks with Maya are done. But this one has more of an emotional element to it because of the stellar production work. Kristine's vocals are simply gorgeous. The vocal effects only add to the beauty of her voice.
This one is an essential right now.
Tony Moran has reportedly remixed this one as well. Perhaps his will have more vocals. If not, no problem.
Shakira - Illegal [Johnny Vicious Remixes]
After the international smash hit "Hips Don't Lie", Shakira is back with "Illegal", which features the legendary Carlos Santana. After a stream of less-than-stellar mixes from the Oral Fixation Vol. 2 album, some mixes that are really great have been done for "Illegal."
Johnny Vicious does the remixes this time.
Epic shipped a CD promo to DJs:
01. Johnny Vicious Warehouse Mix
02. Johnny Vicious Warehouse Radio Mix
03. Johnny Vicious Roxy Mix
04. Johnny Vicious Roxy Radio Mix
05. Johnny Vicious Ballroom Mix
06. Johnny Vicious Ballroom Dub
The Warehouse mixes are really dark and are reminiscent of some of Johnny's mixes from the mid to late 90's. It's a nice throwback. In some places, Shakira's vocals don't really fit. They're not off-beat. But they seem out of place.
The Roxy mixes are not as hard. These are much housier. The "chugging" hook in the background is really good. And the piano breaks are very beautiful. This is the mix of choice. It's perfect for clubs and radio.
The Ballroom mix is very dubbish. There's only some vocals and the few that are there are heavily manipulated. These are quite tribal. The whole track builds and builds to this amazing beatless break which then leads to this amazing synthy bass. Then the beats come back in and it's great. The Ballroom dub has more vocal samples and loops than the mix. This could be considered the accompanying dub to the Roxy versions.
Vicious' dubs are always a treat. And these last two are quite well-executed.
Check out these mixes.
Johnny Vicious does the remixes this time.
Epic shipped a CD promo to DJs:
01. Johnny Vicious Warehouse Mix
02. Johnny Vicious Warehouse Radio Mix
03. Johnny Vicious Roxy Mix
04. Johnny Vicious Roxy Radio Mix
05. Johnny Vicious Ballroom Mix
06. Johnny Vicious Ballroom Dub
The Warehouse mixes are really dark and are reminiscent of some of Johnny's mixes from the mid to late 90's. It's a nice throwback. In some places, Shakira's vocals don't really fit. They're not off-beat. But they seem out of place.
The Roxy mixes are not as hard. These are much housier. The "chugging" hook in the background is really good. And the piano breaks are very beautiful. This is the mix of choice. It's perfect for clubs and radio.
The Ballroom mix is very dubbish. There's only some vocals and the few that are there are heavily manipulated. These are quite tribal. The whole track builds and builds to this amazing beatless break which then leads to this amazing synthy bass. Then the beats come back in and it's great. The Ballroom dub has more vocal samples and loops than the mix. This could be considered the accompanying dub to the Roxy versions.
Vicious' dubs are always a treat. And these last two are quite well-executed.
Check out these mixes.
11.19.2006
David Guetta - Love Don't Let Me Go [Maor Zohar Mixes]
This song has been out for quite some time now in various forms, including that one mashup with that The Egg song.Israeli DJ/remixer Maor Zohar has remixed this song and given it a darker, more circuit makeover. Not that the original needed work, this mix takes it to another level.
Medium tribal beats, a pulsating bassline and soaring synths are the highlights of Maor's new production. The vocals have just the right amount of effects and looping to make the song fun. The vocals feel right at home with this new production.
On the digital promo, there are two mixes. One is a full club mix and the other is an "intro version" that goes right into the club mix after a short, stunning, beatless intro.
Those who could not play this record because it did not fit into their circuit house sets have no excuse to not play this record.
Check it out!
Promo tracklisting:
01. Maor Zohar 2006 Club Mix
02. Maor Zohar 2006 Intro Mix
11.18.2006
DHT featuring Edmee - I Go Crazy
This was originally the b-side to the UK release of "Someone." It is now the third official U.S. single.
Just like their breakthrough hit "Listen To Your Heart", which was a cover of a Roxette song, "I Go Crazy" is also a cover. This is a cover of a song by Paul Davis.
Lead singer Edmee does justice to this song. Her vocals are simply perfect and spot on.
The Album Version is a simple piano-based ballad. The main single and club versions are remixed by Giuseppe D. It is a hard, thumping energetic mix. It calls to mind the Furious mixes of "Listen To Your Heart" and "Someone." However, this one is much more melodic. The piano elements from the original are still present though.
In the HardBounze edit and extended mixes, the beats are a not as hard as they usually are. These call to mind Cascada's signature sound just in the style. This song is really begging for a Cascada mix. The breaks elements that are there every so often in the verses are really nice too.
House mixes are also available too. The previous DHT releases did not have House mixes for the U.S. Many DJs voiced their concerns and they have been taken into consideration. Hardino's mix is a sophisticated funky house confection. It is so perfect. Again, the piano elements are still present. The vocals just sound great over this simple layered production. Closing the single is the stellar Old School House Remix. Sporting newly recorded vocals, this mix is a lot more soulful than the Hardino mix. It calls to mind 70's disco and the soulful house of the early 90's. It works quite well.
All these mixes are quite good. This is a must-have.
Here is the tracklisting of the U.S. CD maxi single:
01. Giuseppe D.'s Radio Edit (3:29)
02. Hardbounze Edit (4:12)
03. Album Version (3:45)
04. Giuseppe D.'s Euro Madness Mix (4:50)
05. Hardbounze Extended (5:33)
06. Hardino Remix (6:43)
07. Old School House Remix (3:12)
The CD maxi single is now in stores and online, and the digital single as well as individual mixes can be purchased on iTunes.
Just like their breakthrough hit "Listen To Your Heart", which was a cover of a Roxette song, "I Go Crazy" is also a cover. This is a cover of a song by Paul Davis.
Lead singer Edmee does justice to this song. Her vocals are simply perfect and spot on.
The Album Version is a simple piano-based ballad. The main single and club versions are remixed by Giuseppe D. It is a hard, thumping energetic mix. It calls to mind the Furious mixes of "Listen To Your Heart" and "Someone." However, this one is much more melodic. The piano elements from the original are still present though.
In the HardBounze edit and extended mixes, the beats are a not as hard as they usually are. These call to mind Cascada's signature sound just in the style. This song is really begging for a Cascada mix. The breaks elements that are there every so often in the verses are really nice too.
House mixes are also available too. The previous DHT releases did not have House mixes for the U.S. Many DJs voiced their concerns and they have been taken into consideration. Hardino's mix is a sophisticated funky house confection. It is so perfect. Again, the piano elements are still present. The vocals just sound great over this simple layered production. Closing the single is the stellar Old School House Remix. Sporting newly recorded vocals, this mix is a lot more soulful than the Hardino mix. It calls to mind 70's disco and the soulful house of the early 90's. It works quite well.
All these mixes are quite good. This is a must-have.
Here is the tracklisting of the U.S. CD maxi single:
01. Giuseppe D.'s Radio Edit (3:29)
02. Hardbounze Edit (4:12)
03. Album Version (3:45)
04. Giuseppe D.'s Euro Madness Mix (4:50)
05. Hardbounze Extended (5:33)
06. Hardino Remix (6:43)
07. Old School House Remix (3:12)
The CD maxi single is now in stores and online, and the digital single as well as individual mixes can be purchased on iTunes.
11.17.2006
Beyonce Knowles featuring Jay-Z - Deja Vu (Offer Nissim Mix)
Okay, "Deja Vu", the first single from Beyonce's highly-anticipated followup to Dangerously In Love has been out for quite a long time now. Same thing with the remixes. An announcement was made about 6 weeks ago that Israeli DJ Offer Nissim had done a remix of this song for his own sets. He has been known to remix many current non-Dance songs for his sets, and this was a pleasant surprise. Many had been discussing who they would like to see remixing Beyonce in the future, and even particularly with this song. While Maurice Joshua, Junior Vasquez and most recently the Freemasons have been turning out mixes of Beyonce's tracks, many fans were ready to hear some other mixers work on Bee's tracks. The Freemasons and Junior Vasquez mixes were the ones sent to the clubs and promoted. "Deja Vu" peaked at number one on the Billboard Dance/Club Play chart some months back.
Offer Nissim has taken this song in another direction. His signature dark, synthy, tribal sounds are more present in this mix than in some of the other mixes he has done this year. The energy in the mix is comparable to the amount found in Offer's amazing mix of "Isaac" by Madonna. The vocals are very minimal. He only uses the vocals from the chorus and they have been totally manipulated. The vocals have been stretched and reverbed into oblivion (that's a good thing). The repetitive synth hook is really gorgeous. And the matching bassline goes really well with it. This mix is best enjoyed turned up very loud. Listen up for this one at Offer Nissim and Peter Rauhofer's future spinning engagements. You know they will play it.
Speaking of Offer Nissim and Peter Rauhofer, they are both remixing two more Beyonce songs. Offer will be working on a mix of "One Night Only" from Dreamgirls (the movie Beyonce stars in this Winter) and Peter is working on a mix of "Upgrade U" from Beyonce's B'Day album. As per information right now, the "One Night Only" mix is a private mix. No word on the other one.
Offer Nissim has taken this song in another direction. His signature dark, synthy, tribal sounds are more present in this mix than in some of the other mixes he has done this year. The energy in the mix is comparable to the amount found in Offer's amazing mix of "Isaac" by Madonna. The vocals are very minimal. He only uses the vocals from the chorus and they have been totally manipulated. The vocals have been stretched and reverbed into oblivion (that's a good thing). The repetitive synth hook is really gorgeous. And the matching bassline goes really well with it. This mix is best enjoyed turned up very loud. Listen up for this one at Offer Nissim and Peter Rauhofer's future spinning engagements. You know they will play it.
Speaking of Offer Nissim and Peter Rauhofer, they are both remixing two more Beyonce songs. Offer will be working on a mix of "One Night Only" from Dreamgirls (the movie Beyonce stars in this Winter) and Peter is working on a mix of "Upgrade U" from Beyonce's B'Day album. As per information right now, the "One Night Only" mix is a private mix. No word on the other one.
10.28.2006
Dirty Old Ann - Turn Me On
This is an update to the 1997 smash hit "Turn Me Out" by Praxis featuring Kathy Brown. That one was especially popular in the Sol Brothers mix that was basically a mashup of Kathy's fierce vocals and some sampled elements from "Sugar Is Sweeter" by CJ Bolland, as remixed by Armand Van Helden.
This time, the Freemasons are behind this remake. In true Freemasons fashion, this one features a hot vocal and classic production. It is just sublime. This record began making the rounds as a white label earlier this year and now it is getting the proper release it deserves. This one is a must-have!
This time, the Freemasons are behind this remake. In true Freemasons fashion, this one features a hot vocal and classic production. It is just sublime. This record began making the rounds as a white label earlier this year and now it is getting the proper release it deserves. This one is a must-have!
Beyonce Knowles - Ring The Alarm (Remixes)
The original packs quite a punch, even though it only clocks in at under 80 BPM! Beyonce reads her man's new woman like a trashy novel in this angry-diva track. This one is totally appropriate for the clubs.The vocals are delivered in a manner that would make doing a 125 to 130 BPM remix quite challenging. See the two extremes of mixes that were done for "Check On It" some months back by Maurice Joshua and Junior Vasquez. Maurice had slowed down the vocal to a crawl while Junior made Beyonce sound like she was a chipmunk on speed. This time, the Freemasons, who do the remixing honors slow down the vocal. And it doesn't sound like it will take a week for the mix to finish playing.
The production is flawless. The intro and beginning build is their usual best. The chugging bass and haunting violins are just awesome. The mix has a retro vibe with these strings. The vocals are reverbed to perfection over the production. Towards the last 4/5 of the club mix, some interesting vocal effects come in, and the "whomp whomp" instrumental portions are really cool. Those portions call to mind the ferocious Timo Maas mix of "Dooms Night" by Azzido Da Bass. It is unclear whether that's was being referenced by the Freemasons. Either way, it works. One other noteworthy part of the mix is where the last word in the line "you ain't never seen a fire like the one I'm gon' cause" is stretched and looped into oblivion. Truly amazing. Now if there was only a hot dub of this mix with some choice vocal samples. The U.S. 12" promo includes an instrumental of the club mix as well. The radio edit of the Freemasons mix is just what the name says it is, with the profanity edited out.
The Freemasons' execution of this mix is just perfect. Look out for this one and snap it up immediately.
Ivri Lider - Nights In White Satin
Israeli singer, songwriter, producer and icon Ivri Lider is back with a much-awaited remake of a true classic. He teams up with DJ/producer/remixer Offer Nissim on this remake of the Moody Blues song. Some club remakes of this standard have been done over the years including a very well-known one by Mario F which had remixes by Junior Vasquez and Ralphi Rosario.The track begins with a haunting intro which is just some layers of synths and wind sounds. Ivri's beautiful vocals come in immediately and take ahold. It is almost orchestral when he begins crooning "and I love you." Then Offer's signature beats come in with a spooky room-shaking bassline. A small vocal snippet is looped and begins filtering in. The bass begins to build and get synthy. Towards the middle, the mix becomes reminiscent of Offer's mix of "Cinderella Rockafella" which was based around just two short vocal snippets. After the buildup, it breaks and it becomes similar to the lush intro. Then the synths begin to build again. It soon ends.
This mix is one of Offer Nissim's highlights for 2006. He has outdone himself yet again.
10.21.2006
Jzabehl - It's All About Me (Remixes)
Roxiny Rivas and Keiry Valdez are Jzabehl. They describe themselves as "empowering and socially conscious Latinas." Drawing upon their life experiences, they bring a sense of rawness and realisim in their lyrics. "It's All About Me" is an empowering female anthem. And to take this anthem to the next level, Tony Moran and Jody den Broeder provide the remixes. Their main mix is a stunning big room stormer. The soaring synths and hard beats take ahold instantly. Roxiny and Keiry deliver their fiery lyrics with true finesse. This one was made for the clubs and this one will surely be a floorfiller. The dub takes some of the vocals and loops them creatively. The "act like a bitch and trip out" loops are totally camptastic. The additional effects on the vocals are great as well. Look for this one to be rocketing up the charts very soon.
Depeche Mode - Martyre
This is the lead single off of the legendary Electronic/Rock group's upcoming Best Of collection. In its original form, it is in the same vein as some of the songs on the group's last effort Playing The Angel. Dave Gahan's vocals are the center of attention on this one. This one is pure perfection with the instantly-catchy hook. The Indian sitar synths that are peppered throughout the track are a nice touch.
Paul Van Dyk and Booka Shade provide the remixes. PVD provides some mixes that are a bit of a departure from his regular sound. The Radio Edit of his mix stays very true to the original. It sounds like an alternate version. The Speed Garage sound of the mix is a nice throwback to some of his earlier work, particularly on his epic remixes of "Blue Skies" by BT featuring Tori Amos. The Vonyc Lounge Mix is a misnomer for the kind of mix it is because it is not a Lounge type of mix at all! Some of PVD's usual sound with the hard, big room beats are present in this version, all the while the BPM is still similar to the original version. The Dub and Dub Vox mixes are a bit more big room-ish, but not as hard as the Vonyc Lounge Mix. The Dub Vox contains some vocals and the Dub contains no vocals. The Vonyc Lounge Mix seems to be the only club length mix at this time by PVD. Finally, there is the Booka Shade Dub. It is totally an instrumental. It is very electro and reminiscent of Roysopp and Trentmoller's current work.
There is no word on whether U.S. mixes will be done for this song. These mixes are great. Don't miss out on these.
Paul Van Dyk and Booka Shade provide the remixes. PVD provides some mixes that are a bit of a departure from his regular sound. The Radio Edit of his mix stays very true to the original. It sounds like an alternate version. The Speed Garage sound of the mix is a nice throwback to some of his earlier work, particularly on his epic remixes of "Blue Skies" by BT featuring Tori Amos. The Vonyc Lounge Mix is a misnomer for the kind of mix it is because it is not a Lounge type of mix at all! Some of PVD's usual sound with the hard, big room beats are present in this version, all the while the BPM is still similar to the original version. The Dub and Dub Vox mixes are a bit more big room-ish, but not as hard as the Vonyc Lounge Mix. The Dub Vox contains some vocals and the Dub contains no vocals. The Vonyc Lounge Mix seems to be the only club length mix at this time by PVD. Finally, there is the Booka Shade Dub. It is totally an instrumental. It is very electro and reminiscent of Roysopp and Trentmoller's current work.
There is no word on whether U.S. mixes will be done for this song. These mixes are great. Don't miss out on these.
10.18.2006
GTS featuring Mink - Everlasting Love
After having topped the Billboard Dance/Club Play chart earlier this year with the hands in the air anthem "Glory Of Life", as remixed by Chris Cox, DFA and John Creamer & Stephane K, Mink is back with another single! The Asian siren gives another amazing vocal performance on this instant classic. "Everlasting Love" is thankfully not a remake.
Mike Cruz and Glen Friscia & Andy Lamboy provide the mixes this time around. Mike Cruz provides some peak hour tribal mixes that have an Arabian feel to them with the addition of the synthed-out sitars. The sitar hook is very reminiscent of Greek songstress Despina Vandi's massive hit "Gia" from a few years ago. It works quite well. The Mike Cruz Dub is mostly an instrumental with some vocals that come in towards the end. Friscia & Lamboy go for a more anthemic feel. Their mixes are tribal as well, but not so much as Mike Cruz.
Overall, Mike Cruz's mixes are the mixes of choice.
This is currently being promoed to DJs right now.
CD Promo tracklisting:
01. DJ Mike Cruz Club Mix 9:42
02. Friscia & Lamboy Dub Mix 6:46
03. DJ Mike Cruz Dub 7:47
04. DJ Mike Cruz Radio Mix 3:52
05. Friscia & Lamboy Radio Mix 3:45
Mike Cruz and Glen Friscia & Andy Lamboy provide the mixes this time around. Mike Cruz provides some peak hour tribal mixes that have an Arabian feel to them with the addition of the synthed-out sitars. The sitar hook is very reminiscent of Greek songstress Despina Vandi's massive hit "Gia" from a few years ago. It works quite well. The Mike Cruz Dub is mostly an instrumental with some vocals that come in towards the end. Friscia & Lamboy go for a more anthemic feel. Their mixes are tribal as well, but not so much as Mike Cruz.
Overall, Mike Cruz's mixes are the mixes of choice.
This is currently being promoed to DJs right now.
CD Promo tracklisting:
01. DJ Mike Cruz Club Mix 9:42
02. Friscia & Lamboy Dub Mix 6:46
03. DJ Mike Cruz Dub 7:47
04. DJ Mike Cruz Radio Mix 3:52
05. Friscia & Lamboy Radio Mix 3:45
10.08.2006
Red Carpet - Alright
This track has been re-released and remixed multiple times during the last few years. It's back again in the form of a Tony Moran & Jody den Broeder Mix.
The original with its haunting piano hook, uplifting vocals and sparse beats is quite good, but it is very simple. Tony and Jody keep the all those previously mentioned elements, however, they harden the beats with their signature sounds. Tony's tribal beats and Jody's uplifting synths give new life to this classic-in-the-making. A dub of this mix with harder beats and synths is definitely welcome, and possibly forthcoming.
The original with its haunting piano hook, uplifting vocals and sparse beats is quite good, but it is very simple. Tony and Jody keep the all those previously mentioned elements, however, they harden the beats with their signature sounds. Tony's tribal beats and Jody's uplifting synths give new life to this classic-in-the-making. A dub of this mix with harder beats and synths is definitely welcome, and possibly forthcoming.
Janet Jackson featuring Khia - So Excited
This is the second single off of Janet Jackson's latest studio album 20 Y.O. As a followup to the downtempo "Call On Me" which featured some additional vocals from Nelly, this one is a clubbanger.
The Herbie Hancock "Rockit" sampling original beckons you to turn it up and just let go and do that dance you don't want anyone else to see. The track has an old school feel, but in a good way. Janet is sexy with her whispered vocals, and Khia is sassy with her small portions on the track. Khia's portion sounds like it has been sampled in from another track, which is sorta true. Khia has done her own X-rated all rap, all Khia version, with a totally different instrumental. Jermaine Dupri's ad-libs are distracting and random but they work.
Junior Vasquez is the only confirmed remixer for this one. He premiered his remix at his birthday bash some time back. He maintains the old school feel of the track and adds in some additional breaks elements and some of his usual dancefloor fierceness. He references the Freestyle classic "Let The Music Play" by Shannon in his mix. It's used just enough to call attention to the classic without being absolutely obvious in the edit. But in the full club mix, he makes the references more obvious. Junior did remixes of Shannon's track a few years ago. The remix has the feel of something Junior would have done in the early 90's, or during the Sound Factory and maybe even the Arena eras. Many splashes of elements from the original mix have been thrown in and those work quite well. However, Junior did leave in Khia's portions in the mixes.
There may be other mixes announced for the song in the future, but given what Junior has done with this song, we may not need any more mixes. Hip Hop and House DJs can easily play this in their sets. The edit of Vasquez's mix is short and tight for the radio stations.
The Herbie Hancock "Rockit" sampling original beckons you to turn it up and just let go and do that dance you don't want anyone else to see. The track has an old school feel, but in a good way. Janet is sexy with her whispered vocals, and Khia is sassy with her small portions on the track. Khia's portion sounds like it has been sampled in from another track, which is sorta true. Khia has done her own X-rated all rap, all Khia version, with a totally different instrumental. Jermaine Dupri's ad-libs are distracting and random but they work.
Junior Vasquez is the only confirmed remixer for this one. He premiered his remix at his birthday bash some time back. He maintains the old school feel of the track and adds in some additional breaks elements and some of his usual dancefloor fierceness. He references the Freestyle classic "Let The Music Play" by Shannon in his mix. It's used just enough to call attention to the classic without being absolutely obvious in the edit. But in the full club mix, he makes the references more obvious. Junior did remixes of Shannon's track a few years ago. The remix has the feel of something Junior would have done in the early 90's, or during the Sound Factory and maybe even the Arena eras. Many splashes of elements from the original mix have been thrown in and those work quite well. However, Junior did leave in Khia's portions in the mixes.
There may be other mixes announced for the song in the future, but given what Junior has done with this song, we may not need any more mixes. Hip Hop and House DJs can easily play this in their sets. The edit of Vasquez's mix is short and tight for the radio stations.
9.14.2006
The Bird & The Bee – Fucking Boyfriend
Seeing a promo, with remixes from a known non-dance label is always exciting. The afroementioned remixes are from Bluenote Records for the male-female duo of Greg Kurstin and Inara George who make up The Bird & The Bee. Ralphi Rosario and Jody den Broeder provide the remixes.
CD promo tracklisting:
01. Ralphi Rosario And Jody DB Vox Mix 8:31
02. Ralphi Rosario And Jody DB Clean Mix 8:32
03. Ralphi Rosario And Jody DB Mixshow Edit 5:32
04. Ralphi Rosario And Jody DB Radio Edit 3:50
05. Ralphi Rosario And Jody DB Thick Dub 09:45
06. Album Version 3:13
The original is a downtempo, but upbeat song. It is really reminiscent of something Tori Amos would do, in terms of the vocal style and lyrics. However, this song also is reminiscent of the The Cardigans. In the lyrics, the use of the word "fucking" is done in such a way that it is almost cute. It's very lush and chill.
The remixes are really uptempo and pack quite a punch. They are a good cross between circuit and house. The dub is much darker though, but contains vocals. The beats are much harder and it is more synthy. For the radio stations and clubs that do not allow profanity, there is a clean version of the main version.
Overall, this little release is going to do very big things. This is the sleeper hit of the late Summer/early Fall.
CD promo tracklisting:
01. Ralphi Rosario And Jody DB Vox Mix 8:31
02. Ralphi Rosario And Jody DB Clean Mix 8:32
03. Ralphi Rosario And Jody DB Mixshow Edit 5:32
04. Ralphi Rosario And Jody DB Radio Edit 3:50
05. Ralphi Rosario And Jody DB Thick Dub 09:45
06. Album Version 3:13
The original is a downtempo, but upbeat song. It is really reminiscent of something Tori Amos would do, in terms of the vocal style and lyrics. However, this song also is reminiscent of the The Cardigans. In the lyrics, the use of the word "fucking" is done in such a way that it is almost cute. It's very lush and chill.
The remixes are really uptempo and pack quite a punch. They are a good cross between circuit and house. The dub is much darker though, but contains vocals. The beats are much harder and it is more synthy. For the radio stations and clubs that do not allow profanity, there is a clean version of the main version.
Overall, this little release is going to do very big things. This is the sleeper hit of the late Summer/early Fall.
9.08.2006
Cazwell - All Over Your Face
This record pays homage to the disco classic “All Over My Face” by Loose Joints from the legendary West End Records label.This is more of a hip hop meets house track. Cazwell doesn't sing on this track. He raps. His lyrics are rather witty. Who said that white dudes should not rap? Well, whoever said that was wrong. Cazwell really does his thing on this track. Rapper Cazwell is previously known for rapping on Avenue D's “The Sex I Need” last year.
There's the original version, an instrumental (that keeps the original vocal samples) and two mixes by Gomi and The Whelpes & Funky Junction. Gomi stays true to the original versions and doesn't go in the darker, circuit direction he usually goes. It basically sounds like a slightly dancier version of the original. The Whelpes & Funky Junction mix is much darker and harder. The slight “breaks” sound of it really works too.
The music video for the song is also rather hilarious also. Check Cazwell out on MySpace.
Christina Aguilera - Ain't No Other Man (Remixes)
This one has been out for several months now and there have been dozens of mixes that have surfaced, including some official and unofficial ones. Some were really good while others just were not up to par.
Amongst the official ones, all of them were quite good. Some of the notable ones were the mixes by Shapeshifters (Shape:UK for us in the U.S.), Junior Vasquez and Ospina Sullivan.
The Shapeshifters deliver a 70's disco style mix complete with trumpets and violins. The vocal mix is just stunning for primetime play and the Nocturnal mix is more appropriate for later in the evening. They use less vocals on the latter mix.
Junior Vasquez delivers a mix that is quite different from his usual offerings. He stays very close to the original version and adds some house beats and an occasional bassline that calls to mind "Groove Is In The Heart" by Deeelite.
Ospina Sullivan goes for a very disco-house mix that bridges the gap between house and circuit. It's very versatille.
Additional mixes by Scotty K and Jake Ridley are palatable as well. Scotty K's mix began as a private mix but later got picked up for an official release, after some key elements were tweaked.
Up and comer DJ Amokk did a funky house mix which was picked up and released by remix service X-Mix.
In terms of unofficial mixes, and there were many. But some of the noteworthy ones include Arenna's mix, which is very synthy and slightly tribal, Tony Moran & Jody den Broeder's mix which is very big room and tribal with some fun vocal effects and loops, and last but not least is DJ Paulo's White Label Mix. The latter is very dark and tribal. It's more dubbish. The beats are just stunning.
There's something for everyone out there. "Hurt" has been announced as the next single. Let's see who'll be remixing this one.
Amongst the official ones, all of them were quite good. Some of the notable ones were the mixes by Shapeshifters (Shape:UK for us in the U.S.), Junior Vasquez and Ospina Sullivan.
The Shapeshifters deliver a 70's disco style mix complete with trumpets and violins. The vocal mix is just stunning for primetime play and the Nocturnal mix is more appropriate for later in the evening. They use less vocals on the latter mix.
Junior Vasquez delivers a mix that is quite different from his usual offerings. He stays very close to the original version and adds some house beats and an occasional bassline that calls to mind "Groove Is In The Heart" by Deeelite.
Ospina Sullivan goes for a very disco-house mix that bridges the gap between house and circuit. It's very versatille.
Additional mixes by Scotty K and Jake Ridley are palatable as well. Scotty K's mix began as a private mix but later got picked up for an official release, after some key elements were tweaked.
Up and comer DJ Amokk did a funky house mix which was picked up and released by remix service X-Mix.
In terms of unofficial mixes, and there were many. But some of the noteworthy ones include Arenna's mix, which is very synthy and slightly tribal, Tony Moran & Jody den Broeder's mix which is very big room and tribal with some fun vocal effects and loops, and last but not least is DJ Paulo's White Label Mix. The latter is very dark and tribal. It's more dubbish. The beats are just stunning.
There's something for everyone out there. "Hurt" has been announced as the next single. Let's see who'll be remixing this one.
8.19.2006
Sunshine Anderson - Something I Wanna Give You
She's back after a good long break after rocketing to stardom with "Heard It All Before" and a gold-selling album. Her upcoming followup album Sunshine At Midnight will be released in early 2007. However, the first single "Something I Wanna Give You" is being promoted to Rhythmic and Urban radio right now. And soon, this one will be promoed to the clubs as well. Junior Vasquez has already remixed this. He previously remixed "Heard It All Before" for her. With this one, he gives the mix a slight "old school" feel. Junior mentioned in an interview with HX that he was planning to bring back the old sounds. "But I am going back to old school, something the young kids don’t know was ever out there." He already went in that direction with his critically acclaimed mix of Christina Aguilera's "Ain't No Other Man" which didn't deviate too much from the old school sound of the original. This mix is still circuit enough for even the most hardcore DJ. The transformation from a midtempo R&B track to a medium circuit track is stunning. This mix is already getting played in Junior's weekly mixshow on XM radio as well as in his legendary sets at his various residencies. Look out for this mix to be packing dancefloors and burning up the club charts when this one is widely promoed.Check out Sunshine Anderson's MySpace.
8.18.2006
Big Bass Vs Michelle Narine - What You Do
This was originally released back in 2000. In the fashion of re-hashes, er remakes or updates, this one comes with a new mix, coming courtesy of Hoxton Whores. Utilizing the "Playing With Knives" sample heard in Stonebridge's Playing With Stones Club Mix, the Hoxton Whores makes the track a bit more repetitive sounding. It has a bootleg feel to it.
The Playing With Stones Club Mix is actually from the original 2000 release. It's the same exact mix. This one has the potential to be a favorite now just as it was for many DJs back then. Some of the DJs who have the original release can dust off their old copies.
This is scheduled to be released on October 9 in the UK.
One of the vinyl promos out now has the following tracklisting:
01. Playing With Stones Mix
02. Hoxton Whores Mix
The Playing With Stones Club Mix is actually from the original 2000 release. It's the same exact mix. This one has the potential to be a favorite now just as it was for many DJs back then. Some of the DJs who have the original release can dust off their old copies.
This is scheduled to be released on October 9 in the UK.
One of the vinyl promos out now has the following tracklisting:
01. Playing With Stones Mix
02. Hoxton Whores Mix
8.08.2006
Sun - Gone
The Singaporean Dance/Pop starlet is back with a followup to the smash "Ends Of The Earth." Just like her previous record, this one comes with a plethora of mixes. "Ends Of The Earth" had over 23 mixes, including vocal mixes, radio edits and dubs! There's only 12 versions on the CD promo for this one, but more mixes could come at any time.
Doing the honors this time are Tony Moran & Jody den Broeder, Ralphi Rosario, Bobby Blanco & Miki Moto, Jason Nevins and Steve Mac.
Here is the tracklisting for the CD promo:
01. John Poppo Radio Mix (Ballad) - 3:38
02. Jason Nevins Radio Edit - 3:14
03. Ralphi Rosario Radio Edit - 3:40
04. Moto Blanco Radio Edit - 3:34
05. Tony Moran & Jody Den Broeder Mix Show Edit - 6:39
06. Jason Nevins Club Mix - 6:06
07. Ralphi Rosario Club Mix - 8:35
08. Steve Mac Club Mix - 7:02
09. Tony Moran & Jody Den Broeder Beat Stomping Dramatic Dub - 9:04
10. Ralphi Rosario Dub Mix - 8:18
11. Moto Blanco Dub Mix - 8:38
12. Steve Mac Dub Mix - 7:02
Since there's so many mixes, here's the highlights. Tony Moran and Jody den Broeder give this song a trancey/tribal workout. It is very reminiscent of both Tony and Jody's (as Life In Intense Volume) spectacular individual mixes of Annie Lennox's "Into The West." The dub version by Tony and Jody is also really good. Ralphi Rosario also does a slightly more epic sounding mix. The dub is much darker though. Moto Blanco give this their usual best. It's very soulful and classic sounding.
Expect a second set of mixes for this to be released soon. Overall, this is her most solid release since "Without Love."
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8.03.2006
Gioia Bruno - Higher
This former vocalist from mega Freestyle girl group Expose' has made a name for herself as a solo artist. She will be taking her success to a whole new level with the release of her upcoming single "Higher." This one is basically a remake of "(Your Love Has Lifted Me) Higher And Higher" by Nancy Davis. This one has some fierce remixes by up and comer Arenna, Deep Influence, Eddie Baez, Mike Cruz and Michael T. Diamond. Previews of the Arenna and Eddie Baez mixes can be heard at Gioia's MySpace. More information about the release of this single will be posted as soon as it is available.
Chico - D.I.S.C.O.
This is the followup to his smash hit "It's Chico Time." The song debuted at number one in the UK earlier this year, knocking Madonna out of the top spot. The former X-Factor contestant is back with a remake for his second single.Chico takes on Ottawan's 70's dance classic "D.I.S.C.O." this time. The last fairly known cover of "D.I.S.C.O." came from dance act N-Trance back in the mid 90's. Thankfully, Chico doesn't rap on this one (let's hope he never raps). This is not a word-for-word cover. Some of the lyrics have been tweaked a bit to make them a little more "Chico-licious." Chico sounds fine on this one. This track is a good party-starter, and could be a surprise floor-filler. The production on this track is quite good. It sounds very retro while also sounding current. Brian Rawlings' production is top-notch, even for a song like this.
The music video for this one looks very similar to the one for "It's Chico Time."
This one will be released on August 14 in the UK.
Donna Summer - She Works Hard For The Money 2006
When it got out that new mixes of Donna Summer's 1980s smash "She Works Hard For The Money" were to be done, many became excited.
These new mixes were made using the original acapella. Rarely have the original acapellas been used for updates of Donna's songs.
Eddie Baez and John Kano have each done a vocal mix. Both mixes breathe new life into an already great song. Despite the original vocals being over 20 years old, they sound like they were just recorded yesterday. They have definitely stood the test of time. The new generation of clubbers will get a chance to hear this classic through the updated mixes, and hopefully, they may decide to check out the original version.
For Eddie's mix, he makes it into a circuit-house anthem. It's not as dark as some of his other work. It works though. The portions without the beats sound almost like they are from an amazing Trance song. The beginning of the track is also striking. It resembles the beatless intro of the original version. It goes on for a little longer in Eddie's mix. Eddie uses all the vocals in his mix and uses them effectively. And there are not too many vocal effects or loops. The ones he used only add to the atmosphere he is creating in his mix.
This mix was supposedly going to be on an upcoming Eddie Baez CD, but apparently, the mix was not hard enough! So there's the possibility of a re-styled mix too. This mix is tasteful and great. It will work well on the dancefloors, and with the right edit, it could work on radio too.
John Kano goes in a more housey direction. His mix is very retro sounding. It is soulful. It's very reminiscent of Masters At Work, Knee Deep, Shapeshifters and Maurice Joshua. Some of the sounds from the original version have been recreated and have been peppered throughout the mix. The vocals are used nicely on this mix too. Vocal effects and loops are kept thankfully kept to a minimum on this mix. This is a great choice for those soulful house sets.
Don't miss out on these two new updated mixes!
These new mixes were made using the original acapella. Rarely have the original acapellas been used for updates of Donna's songs.
Eddie Baez and John Kano have each done a vocal mix. Both mixes breathe new life into an already great song. Despite the original vocals being over 20 years old, they sound like they were just recorded yesterday. They have definitely stood the test of time. The new generation of clubbers will get a chance to hear this classic through the updated mixes, and hopefully, they may decide to check out the original version.
For Eddie's mix, he makes it into a circuit-house anthem. It's not as dark as some of his other work. It works though. The portions without the beats sound almost like they are from an amazing Trance song. The beginning of the track is also striking. It resembles the beatless intro of the original version. It goes on for a little longer in Eddie's mix. Eddie uses all the vocals in his mix and uses them effectively. And there are not too many vocal effects or loops. The ones he used only add to the atmosphere he is creating in his mix.
This mix was supposedly going to be on an upcoming Eddie Baez CD, but apparently, the mix was not hard enough! So there's the possibility of a re-styled mix too. This mix is tasteful and great. It will work well on the dancefloors, and with the right edit, it could work on radio too.
John Kano goes in a more housey direction. His mix is very retro sounding. It is soulful. It's very reminiscent of Masters At Work, Knee Deep, Shapeshifters and Maurice Joshua. Some of the sounds from the original version have been recreated and have been peppered throughout the mix. The vocals are used nicely on this mix too. Vocal effects and loops are kept thankfully kept to a minimum on this mix. This is a great choice for those soulful house sets.
Don't miss out on these two new updated mixes!
8.02.2006
Inaya Day - Spin Me Round
After having done pretty well with some of the covers she has done, including "Nasty Girl" and "The Glamorous Life", Inaya is back with another one. This time, she takes on the Dead Or Alive classic "You Spin Me Round (Like A Record)."
It may seem a bit horrendous on paper, but the manner in which it was executed was quite unorthodox and fun. Instead of just covering the whole song, the only part of the song covered is the first half of the chorus. The verses and the other half of the chorus of this song have completely new lyrics. And the verses are not done to the tune of the original verses in the DOA track. Pop princess Jessica Simpson has also done a similar thing with the DOA track for her upcoming album. She, however relies upon keeping the track sounding more like the original DOA track. Sounds and other effects from the original DOA version are thankfully kept to a minimum. Inaya makes this track her own. She brings her unique energy and voice to this and gives this track a treatment that is so fresh that it is worth listening to over and over.
Mike Cruz did the main mix of this track. It opens up his two disc mix compilation Many Moods Of Mike Cruz. The compilation is on sale at PerfectBeat and at iTunes.
This track may be released later on as a single, but there's no word on whether that is actually going to happen at this time.
It may seem a bit horrendous on paper, but the manner in which it was executed was quite unorthodox and fun. Instead of just covering the whole song, the only part of the song covered is the first half of the chorus. The verses and the other half of the chorus of this song have completely new lyrics. And the verses are not done to the tune of the original verses in the DOA track. Pop princess Jessica Simpson has also done a similar thing with the DOA track for her upcoming album. She, however relies upon keeping the track sounding more like the original DOA track. Sounds and other effects from the original DOA version are thankfully kept to a minimum. Inaya makes this track her own. She brings her unique energy and voice to this and gives this track a treatment that is so fresh that it is worth listening to over and over.
Mike Cruz did the main mix of this track. It opens up his two disc mix compilation Many Moods Of Mike Cruz. The compilation is on sale at PerfectBeat and at iTunes.
This track may be released later on as a single, but there's no word on whether that is actually going to happen at this time.
Offer Nissim featuring Maya - Perfect Love
After word got out towards the end of last year that Israeli DJ/remixer/producer Offer Nissim and singer Maya Simantov were doing a cover of the House Of Prince classic "Perfect Love", which was released in 1997 on Twisted, there was very much excitement. A low quality rip of the main version surfaced back in February of this year and then the long wait was finally over.
A commercial release of this has finally been planned on New York-based Star 69 Records. "Perfect Love" is slated to be the lead single off of Offer and Maya's second album, tentatively titled Second Time, a followup to the acclaimed First Time. This new album is scheduled for an October release as of right now.
There are remixes for "Perfect Love." A promo CD has been sent out with the following tracklisting:
01. Offer Nissim Full Vocal Mix
02. Offer Nissim Perfect Club Mix
03. Dope Boyz Bangin' Mix
04. Javith & Salazar Dub Mix
05. Redkone Lisbon Mix
The Full Vocal Mix is basically the original version of the song with some minor tweakings and changes that were noticeably absent from the version that surfaced back in February. The Perfect Club Mix is similar to the Full Vocal Mix, but has some additional differences. The Dope Boyz Bangin' Mix is a slight throwback to the House Of Prince version. This one actually has Maya re-singing the signature "I, I, I, I, I, I believe in love" part that was in the classic. The Javith & Salazar Dub is basically an instrumental track with some vocal samples. It's slightly tribal and really electro. The Redkone Lisbon Mix is very synthy and tribal.
In addition to that, Peter Rauhofer has also done a remix which is currently just an exclusive. He has been playing that version in his sets. Some individuals who attended some of his events say Peter sometimes plays a mashup of "Perfect Love" with the Johnny Vicious Instrumental of "Hola Hola Hola" by Yuhan. There has been no confirmation yet. It would make for an interesting combination. Here's to hoping that Peter's mix makes it onto one of his upcoming mix compilations.
Overall, this track is pretty good. Maya's vocals are the highlight on this one, as they usually are. It also helps that this wasn't a straight cover with Maya just re-singing everything the way Oezlem did on the original. Maya made this track her own.
Deena Jones & The Dreams - One Night Only
This is the first single (for the clubs and dance radio) from the movie version of Dreamgirls starring Beyoncé Knowles, Jennifer Hudson and Jamie Foxx. Although the film doesn't officially hit movie theaters until December 25, this one is out now! It will help generate some buzz.This song, even in its main version is a dance-leaning track. It's a nice little disco throwback. With all the recent revivials of that sound a la Jessica Simpson through "A Public Affair" and Madonna's Confessions On A Dance Floor album, this one will fit in nicely on DJs' playlists and on radio station playlists.
The 12" and CD promos sent out by Columbia have the following tracklisting:
01. Club Mix Edit 4:06
02. Club Mix 8:28
03. Club Mix Instrumental 8:28
04. Film Version 3:25
05. Film Version Instrumental 3:25
One of the cute touches on this release is the credit being given to Deena Jones & The Dreams instead of just Beyoncé who is the vocalist on the track.
The legendary Eric Kupper and Richie Jones have done the programming on all the mixes.
The Club Mix Edit, Club Mix, and Club Mix Instrumental are a lot dancier and way more disco than the Film Version. The pianos at the beginning of the edit dazzles and then the thumping beat comes in. Then the energy doesn't let up until the end. The edit packs the same punch as the longer version. WKTU in New York has already put this into rotation. The Club Mix definitely calls to mind some of the greats from the disco era including Giorgio Moroder and Shep Pettibone. While sounding retro, these versions do not sound dated and would work when played with many of the current tracks.
The Film Version and Film Version Instrumental are at a higher BPM than the Club versions. These sound more like something one might hear during a Broadway show. These are more "classic" sounding.
Beyoncé sounds fresh on these tracks. She sounds comfortable and totally relaxed, something that has been not happening on her other material.
Don't miss out on these little gems.
Pussycat Dolls - Buttons
This one has dozens of fanmade and unofficial mixes and mashups. Some official mixes by Dave Aude have finally been sent out.
All three mixes are vocal mixes. They are just edits, mixshow edits, club mixes.
Dave Aude keeps the Middle Eastern feel of the original version in his mixes. It works really well. The electro bassline that is found throughout the mixes works well too. The overall energy of the mixes is just perfect. These mixes will work perfectly on radio and in the clubs.
Jason Nevins did a remix, however, it is not a dance mix. It is more of a hip hop mix. It can be seen as an alternate mix to the original version. This one was not sent out on the promo and has been up for streaming on Jason Nevins' MySpace.
All three mixes are vocal mixes. They are just edits, mixshow edits, club mixes.
Dave Aude keeps the Middle Eastern feel of the original version in his mixes. It works really well. The electro bassline that is found throughout the mixes works well too. The overall energy of the mixes is just perfect. These mixes will work perfectly on radio and in the clubs.
Jason Nevins did a remix, however, it is not a dance mix. It is more of a hip hop mix. It can be seen as an alternate mix to the original version. This one was not sent out on the promo and has been up for streaming on Jason Nevins' MySpace.
Jamie Lewis & DJ Pippi featuring Kim Cooper - So Sexy
Kim Cooper is known primarily for her work with Peter Rauhofer under his various aliases including Danube Dance and Club 69. She provided vocals for some of their biggest hits including "Unique", "Let Me Be Your Underwear", "Diva", "Warm Leatherette", "I Look Good" and "Drama."
She previously provided vocals for "Impress Me" which came out a couple years back. This track is a followup.
The track is in a similar vein as many of the Club 69 tracks. This track also has a slight old-school feel. It is really reminiscent of the mid 90's sound that put Peter Rauhofer on the circuit map.
The vocals by Kim are mostly spoken. Her signature classy sass is all over this track. She sings a bit on the chorus. The lyrics are a rather suggestive. There's no actual obscenities or profanities uttered, but the use of double entendre is quite naughty as well. This would fit in nicely with all those dirty tracks that are out now.
There's two 12" singles out now. One features mixes by Jamie Lewis and the other has mixes by DJ Pippi. All the mixes are worth checking out.
Janet Jackson featuring Nelly - Call On Me
This is the first single off of Ms. Jackson's much awaited eighth studio album 20 Y.O. (20 Years Old).
This is a downtempo R&B slow jam in its album version. However, there's some dance mixes as well that take it up several notches.
Tony Moran and Warren Rigg are on hand for the mixes this time. They have done an edit, a club mix and a dub.
The edit is a nice tight version of the club mix. The edit is already getting some spins on dance radio. Big tribal beats, beautiful synths and nice chugging bassline are just some of the highlights of the mixes. Another great thing about the vocal mixes is that Nelly's vocals are not removed as many rappers or second vocalists' vocals are often dropped for the usual reason of the rap or similar vocals "working" in a nightclub setting, especially in a gay club setting. Nelly's vocals work in this song and it just seems like something is lacking if the vocals are dumped. The club mix is an epic. Clocking in at over nine minutes, this one will be a floorfiller.
The dub version is just an instrumental this time. It is the same length as the club mix.
Overall, these mixes should help Ms. Jackson make her presence on the club scene known again.
This is a downtempo R&B slow jam in its album version. However, there's some dance mixes as well that take it up several notches.
Tony Moran and Warren Rigg are on hand for the mixes this time. They have done an edit, a club mix and a dub.
The edit is a nice tight version of the club mix. The edit is already getting some spins on dance radio. Big tribal beats, beautiful synths and nice chugging bassline are just some of the highlights of the mixes. Another great thing about the vocal mixes is that Nelly's vocals are not removed as many rappers or second vocalists' vocals are often dropped for the usual reason of the rap or similar vocals "working" in a nightclub setting, especially in a gay club setting. Nelly's vocals work in this song and it just seems like something is lacking if the vocals are dumped. The club mix is an epic. Clocking in at over nine minutes, this one will be a floorfiller.
The dub version is just an instrumental this time. It is the same length as the club mix.
Overall, these mixes should help Ms. Jackson make her presence on the club scene known again.
iiO - Is It Love
This is the sixth single from iiO's much-delayed Poetica. In 2001, "Rapture (Tastes So Sweet)" took the world by storm and topped many DJ's playlists and club charts. This track even charted on the Hot 100 in the U.S. Then in 2002, "At The End" made quite the splash on dance radio. "Smooth" and "Runaway" did moderately well in the clubs and on dance radio. Then in 2006, "Kiss You" was a massive hit on both dance radio and in the clubs, and their debut album was finally released. The album had been available on PerfectBeat for quite awhile, but that and the official iiO site were the only places the album could be purchased.
In true iiO fashion, there's a good assortment of mixes. On the promo, there's mixes by Kotola, Chris Ortega, Martin Accorsi and the Starkillers, in addition to that, there's an edit and an extended mix. However, these last two mixes are different from the album version. This version is actually much faster and dancier than the album version. The album version is lower BPM dance track. The album version may be a good option for playing in sets with Chillout music, or lower BPM house. The new edit and extended mixes are perfect for radio and club play.
The Kotola mixes are a little faster. They are slightly harder and a little trancier. These may work better for late night and prime time play.
Chris Ortega's mix is very electro in its sound. The parts without the beats and other sounds are very haunting. A version without any of the beats and other instruments would sound really great.
Martin Accorsi's mix is a lot more housey. It's more of a minimal house track.
Rounding out this release is the Starkillers mix. This one is more like a dub. It has hard beats and is very electro. There's very little vocals on this mix. This one is the mix of choice for circuit clubs.
Mixes by Angel City were rumored to be on the first promo, but they were not when the promo arrived. Maybe a second set of mixes will be issued later.
This release can be purchased digitally on BeatPort and at PerfectBeat. A CD maxi is also available at PerfectBeat.
In true iiO fashion, there's a good assortment of mixes. On the promo, there's mixes by Kotola, Chris Ortega, Martin Accorsi and the Starkillers, in addition to that, there's an edit and an extended mix. However, these last two mixes are different from the album version. This version is actually much faster and dancier than the album version. The album version is lower BPM dance track. The album version may be a good option for playing in sets with Chillout music, or lower BPM house. The new edit and extended mixes are perfect for radio and club play.
The Kotola mixes are a little faster. They are slightly harder and a little trancier. These may work better for late night and prime time play.
Chris Ortega's mix is very electro in its sound. The parts without the beats and other sounds are very haunting. A version without any of the beats and other instruments would sound really great.
Martin Accorsi's mix is a lot more housey. It's more of a minimal house track.
Rounding out this release is the Starkillers mix. This one is more like a dub. It has hard beats and is very electro. There's very little vocals on this mix. This one is the mix of choice for circuit clubs.
Mixes by Angel City were rumored to be on the first promo, but they were not when the promo arrived. Maybe a second set of mixes will be issued later.
This release can be purchased digitally on BeatPort and at PerfectBeat. A CD maxi is also available at PerfectBeat.
Paris Hilton - Turn It Up
Just as "Stars Are Blind" is going up the charts, "Turn It Up" is beginning to build momentum. Promo CDs containing mixes of this song have already been sent out to DJs. "Turn It Up" had been previously considered for being the lead single off of the much delayed album.
Mixes for this one have been done by Peter Rauhofer, Paul Oakenfold and DJ Dan.
Peter Rauhofer gives us two mixes. One is more electro (Peter Rauhofer Does Paris). This will be right at home with all the other electro-house that is out now. This one is slightly tribal. Paris sounds really sexy on this track. Her voice goes perfectly over the track. A dub of this mix would be perfect with just some vocal samples. The other one is more tribal and anthemic (Peter Rauhofer Turns It Up). This is a return to a sound that hasn't been heard from Mr. Rauhofer for almost a year now. The synth line is very retro sounding and almost sounds like the first few bars of Inner City's "Big Fun" and "Good Life."
Then comes Paul Oakenfold's mix. His mix is super electro and very 80's sounding. This one is actually the pick of the bunch. Clocking in at just under 6 minutes, it packs more punch than the two Rauhofer mixes. This looks like the mix that will get airplay on the dance stations as the promo contains an edit only for this mix.
And rounding out the promo is DJ Dan's Hot 2 Trot Vocal. This mix is quite tribal and electro as well. However, this one feels a lot dirtier and grittier. The use of vocal loops, especially the ones chosen for this mix are quite clever.
All in all, all four vocal mixes are quite good and will get lots of play.
There's mixshow edits and dub versions also which fulfill their roles. Edits of all the mixes and dubs are available too, but not on this promo. Those mixes were put up on Apple's iTunes Music Store and on Walmart.com's online download store a short time back.
Mixes for this one have been done by Peter Rauhofer, Paul Oakenfold and DJ Dan.
Peter Rauhofer gives us two mixes. One is more electro (Peter Rauhofer Does Paris). This will be right at home with all the other electro-house that is out now. This one is slightly tribal. Paris sounds really sexy on this track. Her voice goes perfectly over the track. A dub of this mix would be perfect with just some vocal samples. The other one is more tribal and anthemic (Peter Rauhofer Turns It Up). This is a return to a sound that hasn't been heard from Mr. Rauhofer for almost a year now. The synth line is very retro sounding and almost sounds like the first few bars of Inner City's "Big Fun" and "Good Life."
Then comes Paul Oakenfold's mix. His mix is super electro and very 80's sounding. This one is actually the pick of the bunch. Clocking in at just under 6 minutes, it packs more punch than the two Rauhofer mixes. This looks like the mix that will get airplay on the dance stations as the promo contains an edit only for this mix.
And rounding out the promo is DJ Dan's Hot 2 Trot Vocal. This mix is quite tribal and electro as well. However, this one feels a lot dirtier and grittier. The use of vocal loops, especially the ones chosen for this mix are quite clever.
All in all, all four vocal mixes are quite good and will get lots of play.
There's mixshow edits and dub versions also which fulfill their roles. Edits of all the mixes and dubs are available too, but not on this promo. Those mixes were put up on Apple's iTunes Music Store and on Walmart.com's online download store a short time back.
7.09.2006
Nelly Furtado featuring Timbaland - Promiscuous (Remixes)
This is the lead single from her latest album Loose. And this one is already shaping up to be the "Summer Song of 2006."
And these remixes have the potential to make this song the "Clubland Song Of Summer 2006."
Ralphi Rosario has done the honors this time around. He delivers three mixes that each have something a little different.
The Dirty Vocal is just Nelly's vocals. It feels like something is missing, especially with the absence of Timbaland. The same happens with the Promiscuous Dub. However, the Radio Mix has both Nelly and Timbaland on it, making this one very radio friendly, and club friendly so the clubkids will instantly recognize it from the radio and MTV.
The mixes all have the feel of Ralphi's Hot Freak mix of "Don't Cha" from last year. It's similar enough that one could tell Mr. Rosario worked on it. But that was a great mix too, so who is complaning? And almost all of Ralphi's productions and mixes that have come out after the PCD mix was released all sounded dramatically different frome each other.
Here's the tracklisting for the Geffen CD promo sent out:
01. Ralphi's Dirty Vocal 9:13
02. Ralphi's Promiscuous Dub 9:11
03. Ralphi Rosario Radio Mix 3:41
DJs can rejoice because remix service Ultimix has done a special mixshow length version that uses the Radio Mix, the Dirty Vocal and Promiscuous Dub. It does contain both Nelly and Timbaland's vocals, so this one is the way to go for those who dislike the non-Timbaland one.
And these remixes have the potential to make this song the "Clubland Song Of Summer 2006."
Ralphi Rosario has done the honors this time around. He delivers three mixes that each have something a little different.
The Dirty Vocal is just Nelly's vocals. It feels like something is missing, especially with the absence of Timbaland. The same happens with the Promiscuous Dub. However, the Radio Mix has both Nelly and Timbaland on it, making this one very radio friendly, and club friendly so the clubkids will instantly recognize it from the radio and MTV.
The mixes all have the feel of Ralphi's Hot Freak mix of "Don't Cha" from last year. It's similar enough that one could tell Mr. Rosario worked on it. But that was a great mix too, so who is complaning? And almost all of Ralphi's productions and mixes that have come out after the PCD mix was released all sounded dramatically different frome each other.
Here's the tracklisting for the Geffen CD promo sent out:
01. Ralphi's Dirty Vocal 9:13
02. Ralphi's Promiscuous Dub 9:11
03. Ralphi Rosario Radio Mix 3:41
DJs can rejoice because remix service Ultimix has done a special mixshow length version that uses the Radio Mix, the Dirty Vocal and Promiscuous Dub. It does contain both Nelly and Timbaland's vocals, so this one is the way to go for those who dislike the non-Timbaland one.
Nick Lachey - What's Left Of Me (Remixes)
Nick is back with another solo album, and he is singing about his breakup with Jessica Simpson!
The first single "What's Left Of Me" fared quite well, and has also done well on dance radio with the help of some top notch remixes.
The first one is by The Passengerz. The edit of the mix starts in the same way as the original version. But then it becomes this stellar dance-rock track after that. It has the full vocals. The club mix is similar, but it has a nice intro.
The other one is by Jack D. Elliot. This one is much faster. It has the feel of a Euro Hi NRG song, but without the added cheese. An edit of this has only been made available on the promo. However, a club mix version was featured on the X-Mix Dance Series compilations for the DJs.
And finally, there is the Bermudez & Harris mixes. The edit of this has been given substantial airtime on Z100 in New York. However, these mixes have not been promoted to DJs. They have not been actually released. And these are actually quite good as well. They have a slight Summer-ish feel.
All in all, this track has some solid mixes for it. All three sets of mixes are worth a listen.
The first single "What's Left Of Me" fared quite well, and has also done well on dance radio with the help of some top notch remixes.
The first one is by The Passengerz. The edit of the mix starts in the same way as the original version. But then it becomes this stellar dance-rock track after that. It has the full vocals. The club mix is similar, but it has a nice intro.
The other one is by Jack D. Elliot. This one is much faster. It has the feel of a Euro Hi NRG song, but without the added cheese. An edit of this has only been made available on the promo. However, a club mix version was featured on the X-Mix Dance Series compilations for the DJs.
And finally, there is the Bermudez & Harris mixes. The edit of this has been given substantial airtime on Z100 in New York. However, these mixes have not been promoted to DJs. They have not been actually released. And these are actually quite good as well. They have a slight Summer-ish feel.
All in all, this track has some solid mixes for it. All three sets of mixes are worth a listen.
7.06.2006
Kristine W. - The Boss
Dance diva Kristine W has been a major presence in the dance scene during the last decade. And she is about to take it up another notch.
Kristine has teamed up with legendary DJ/remixer/producer Junior Vasquez for a remake of the Diana Ross track "The Boss." When word about this production got out in mid-February, fans of Junior and Ms. W were buzzing about what it would be like.
After previously being slated to be premiered at Cielo back in February, it was delayed and was recently showcased during Pride and on Junior's weekly XM radio show.
Kristine does not disappoint in taking on this Diana Ross track. She executed it brilliantly. Her vocals shine on the track. In its main mix, the song is tribal and driving. The twisted synths and bassline are also a highlight. The track sounds nothing like what Junior did in his mix of "The Boss" for Diana (this is the second time he has mixed this song).
Look out for this one to dominate the dancefloors in the coming months.
Kristine has teamed up with legendary DJ/remixer/producer Junior Vasquez for a remake of the Diana Ross track "The Boss." When word about this production got out in mid-February, fans of Junior and Ms. W were buzzing about what it would be like.
After previously being slated to be premiered at Cielo back in February, it was delayed and was recently showcased during Pride and on Junior's weekly XM radio show.
Kristine does not disappoint in taking on this Diana Ross track. She executed it brilliantly. Her vocals shine on the track. In its main mix, the song is tribal and driving. The twisted synths and bassline are also a highlight. The track sounds nothing like what Junior did in his mix of "The Boss" for Diana (this is the second time he has mixed this song).
Look out for this one to dominate the dancefloors in the coming months.
6.21.2006
Mario Vazquez - Gallery
Mario formerly appeared on American Idol some time back and he left the contest in the middle.
He is back now with an amazing single penned by Ne-Yo ("So Sick") which is starting to gain airplay on Pop and Rhythmic stations.
Dance stations will also give this power rotation with the help of a dazzling new remix done by legendary Junior Vasquez.
This remix has a nice blend of commercial and underground sounds, making it very accessable to radio stations and DJs. Junior gave the mix a full treatment, keeping all the vocals intact and kept looping and manipulation of the vocals to a minimum. The addition of the vocals from the Spanish version is also a nice touch. Vazquez's vocals soar on this track. Vazquez and Vasquez are a great pair.
Look for this one to be everywhere this Summer! And expect big things from Mario Vazquez!
He is back now with an amazing single penned by Ne-Yo ("So Sick") which is starting to gain airplay on Pop and Rhythmic stations.
Dance stations will also give this power rotation with the help of a dazzling new remix done by legendary Junior Vasquez.
This remix has a nice blend of commercial and underground sounds, making it very accessable to radio stations and DJs. Junior gave the mix a full treatment, keeping all the vocals intact and kept looping and manipulation of the vocals to a minimum. The addition of the vocals from the Spanish version is also a nice touch. Vazquez's vocals soar on this track. Vazquez and Vasquez are a great pair.
Look for this one to be everywhere this Summer! And expect big things from Mario Vazquez!
6.12.2006
Paris Hilton - Stars Are Blind
Heiress, socialite, actress, reality TV star, entrepreneur and media whore are just a few descriptors associated with Paris Hilton. She can add singer to that list. Yes. Paris is beginning a singing career.
After many delays, "Stars Are Blind" is the first single from her debut album Paris. This laid-back, reggae/pop track has been put out at just the right time--just in time for the start of Summer. This track calls to mind Blondie's 80's smash "The Tide Is High." The lyrics are simple and infectious. You wouldn't be surprised if you find yourself humming this song after you have listened to it.
And there are remixes for this by Luny Tunes, Tracy Young, Chus & Ceballos and The Scumfrog.
Look out for this one to be topping the pop and club charts!
After many delays, "Stars Are Blind" is the first single from her debut album Paris. This laid-back, reggae/pop track has been put out at just the right time--just in time for the start of Summer. This track calls to mind Blondie's 80's smash "The Tide Is High." The lyrics are simple and infectious. You wouldn't be surprised if you find yourself humming this song after you have listened to it.
And there are remixes for this by Luny Tunes, Tracy Young, Chus & Ceballos and The Scumfrog.
Look out for this one to be topping the pop and club charts!
5.24.2006
Suzanne Palmer - Keep The Faith
Yet another single off of Ms. Palmer's album Home is being released! And just like the others, this is a perfect choice!
This pulpit-pounding, neo-gospel house track is quite amazing in its original form. However, there are some remixes.
Star 69 commissioned a bunch of remixes from some names that have not been seen juxtaposed with Suzanne's name yet. It's great to see some variety.
Offer Nissim, DJ Exacta, Jamie J. Sanchez and Wayne G & Pori Young have done mixes this time.
Offer takes the song in a darker, minimal house direction. Suzanne's soaring vocals are highlighted in this mix.
On the other hand, DJ Exacta, Jamie J. Sanchez and Wayne G & Pori Young make it more uplifting and housey. All three mixes have that "hands in the air" kind of feel to them.
Exacta's mix is quite housey as is Jamie's mixes. Wayne & Pori's mix is a whole lot circuit-ish.
All in all, this is a great remix package with a little something for everyone.
Star 69 is already selling the mixes for pay-download on their site. The official release date is July 11, 2006. However, the mixes are already available there for sampling and purchasing. Just in time for Pride!
Go out and get these!
This pulpit-pounding, neo-gospel house track is quite amazing in its original form. However, there are some remixes.
Star 69 commissioned a bunch of remixes from some names that have not been seen juxtaposed with Suzanne's name yet. It's great to see some variety.
Offer Nissim, DJ Exacta, Jamie J. Sanchez and Wayne G & Pori Young have done mixes this time.
Offer takes the song in a darker, minimal house direction. Suzanne's soaring vocals are highlighted in this mix.
On the other hand, DJ Exacta, Jamie J. Sanchez and Wayne G & Pori Young make it more uplifting and housey. All three mixes have that "hands in the air" kind of feel to them.
Exacta's mix is quite housey as is Jamie's mixes. Wayne & Pori's mix is a whole lot circuit-ish.
All in all, this is a great remix package with a little something for everyone.
Star 69 is already selling the mixes for pay-download on their site. The official release date is July 11, 2006. However, the mixes are already available there for sampling and purchasing. Just in time for Pride!
Go out and get these!
5.17.2006
Kim English - My Destiny (Album)
Kim is back again! She still definitely has--she reached the number one position on the Billboard Dance/Club Play chart several weeks back with "It Makes A Difference."
My Destiny is an album/remixes collection featuring 10 main tracks and 2 bonus tracks. "Nitelife", "Treat Me Right" and "Everyday" have been previously released. "Nitelife" has a new mix this time around. Whereas the other two are included because they have not been released on any Kim English album yet.
The album is a mixture of soulful house and a little light R&B. And there's several more darker, progressive tracks too.
The DJ Exacta Remix of "My Destiny" and the Hex Hector Club Mix of "C'est La Vie" are missing from this collection. However, it's still quite early and there's a pretty good chance that those will see some sort of release soon. Junior Vasquez has been playing both of those tracks in the mix for some time now.
This is currently out as a promo right now, but a commercial release should come soon.
Tracklisting:
1. It Makes A Difference (Kyle Smith Soulful Vox Mix) 4:58
2. My Destiny (Remix) (DJ Exacta Electro Chill Remix) 3:53
3. Nitelife (Encore) (A Kenny Dope Production) 4:49
4. C'est La Vie (Maurice Joshua Soulful House Mix) 4:30
5. Love That Jazz (Basement Boys Production) 3:25
6. Everyday (Hex Hector & Mac Quayle Mix) 4:07
7. Treat Me Right (Jon Cutler NY Flavor House Mix) 4:50
8. Simply Grateful (Darryl James R&B House Mix) 5:00
9. My Destiny (Maurice Joshua Chicago House Mix) 5:25
10. Finally (Someone For Me) (Kyle Smith Production) 4:29
BONUS TRACKS:
11. It Makes A Difference (Tony Moran Arms Open Wide Mix) 9:36
12. Treat Me Right (Guido Osario Big Room Revisit Mix) 9:11
My Destiny is an album/remixes collection featuring 10 main tracks and 2 bonus tracks. "Nitelife", "Treat Me Right" and "Everyday" have been previously released. "Nitelife" has a new mix this time around. Whereas the other two are included because they have not been released on any Kim English album yet.
The album is a mixture of soulful house and a little light R&B. And there's several more darker, progressive tracks too.
The DJ Exacta Remix of "My Destiny" and the Hex Hector Club Mix of "C'est La Vie" are missing from this collection. However, it's still quite early and there's a pretty good chance that those will see some sort of release soon. Junior Vasquez has been playing both of those tracks in the mix for some time now.
This is currently out as a promo right now, but a commercial release should come soon.
Tracklisting:
1. It Makes A Difference (Kyle Smith Soulful Vox Mix) 4:58
2. My Destiny (Remix) (DJ Exacta Electro Chill Remix) 3:53
3. Nitelife (Encore) (A Kenny Dope Production) 4:49
4. C'est La Vie (Maurice Joshua Soulful House Mix) 4:30
5. Love That Jazz (Basement Boys Production) 3:25
6. Everyday (Hex Hector & Mac Quayle Mix) 4:07
7. Treat Me Right (Jon Cutler NY Flavor House Mix) 4:50
8. Simply Grateful (Darryl James R&B House Mix) 5:00
9. My Destiny (Maurice Joshua Chicago House Mix) 5:25
10. Finally (Someone For Me) (Kyle Smith Production) 4:29
BONUS TRACKS:
11. It Makes A Difference (Tony Moran Arms Open Wide Mix) 9:36
12. Treat Me Right (Guido Osario Big Room Revisit Mix) 9:11
Loleatta Holloway - Love Sensation '06
This has been remixed/remade for the umpteenth time!
There are mixes for this by Hi_Tack, Freemasons, Doc Phatt, Dead Stereo (aka Bimbo Jonse), and 7th Heaven.
They actually utilized the original vocals from the 1980 dance classic. Instead of just looping one or two lines over and over, they use the full vocals.
The Hi_Tack and Freemasons mixes are really great. The Hi_Tack mixes are really synthy and edgy. Kinda on the harder side. They're a nice bridge between house and trance songs when playing it in a set. The Freemasons mixes are very housey. Samples from the original version are actually in the remix. A dub of this mix would be wonderful too.
There is also a remake going around by Eddie Thoenick & Kurd Maverick. However, the vocals on that one are not by Loleatta because they reportedly could not get the sample cleared. The Hi_Tack remixes sound very similar to the ET & KM track, also called "Love Sensation." On the promos it says, "Better than your best bootleg", taking a nice subtle jab at the ET & KM mess.
There are several promos and maxi singles out now for this, but the best one with the Hi_Tack and Freemasons mixes was released in the Netherlands. Hunt this one down immediately!
Tracklisting:
01. Hi_Tack Burnin' Up Radio Mix (3:01)
02. Freemasons Radio Mix (3:07)
03. Hi_Tack Burnin' Up Club Mix (7:43)
04. Freemasons Club Mix (9:13)
05. Original Mix (6:33)
There are mixes for this by Hi_Tack, Freemasons, Doc Phatt, Dead Stereo (aka Bimbo Jonse), and 7th Heaven.
They actually utilized the original vocals from the 1980 dance classic. Instead of just looping one or two lines over and over, they use the full vocals.
The Hi_Tack and Freemasons mixes are really great. The Hi_Tack mixes are really synthy and edgy. Kinda on the harder side. They're a nice bridge between house and trance songs when playing it in a set. The Freemasons mixes are very housey. Samples from the original version are actually in the remix. A dub of this mix would be wonderful too.
There is also a remake going around by Eddie Thoenick & Kurd Maverick. However, the vocals on that one are not by Loleatta because they reportedly could not get the sample cleared. The Hi_Tack remixes sound very similar to the ET & KM track, also called "Love Sensation." On the promos it says, "Better than your best bootleg", taking a nice subtle jab at the ET & KM mess.
There are several promos and maxi singles out now for this, but the best one with the Hi_Tack and Freemasons mixes was released in the Netherlands. Hunt this one down immediately!
Tracklisting:
01. Hi_Tack Burnin' Up Radio Mix (3:01)
02. Freemasons Radio Mix (3:07)
03. Hi_Tack Burnin' Up Club Mix (7:43)
04. Freemasons Club Mix (9:13)
05. Original Mix (6:33)
5.01.2006
Janet Jackson - Weekend
Janet Jackson finally made the announcement on her website today...she had a little "gift" for the fans: a cover of Debbie Deb's freestyle classic "Look Out Weekend." Although it is not the first single off of her upcoming album (tentatively late Summer/early Fall), and it may not even be on the album, she wanted to put something out.
This track is a fun little dance track. Although it may not fare too well on Urban and Pop radio, this has the potential to do well on Dance radio, if they give it a chance.
Go to her website to hear it.
This track is a fun little dance track. Although it may not fare too well on Urban and Pop radio, this has the potential to do well on Dance radio, if they give it a chance.
Go to her website to hear it.
4.28.2006
Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean - Hips Don't Lie
This is the lead single off of the re-release of Oral Fixation Vol.2. The original is a remake of a track Wyclef Jean did for the Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights soundtrack. Wyclef is also featured on this version too.
In its original version, it's a reggaeton/hip hop track. It's a lot of fun and it works. The slightly more urban remix by Wyclef Jean, with some additional lyrics is quite great too. The new beat is great too.
On the dance tip, there is one mix by Maurice Joshua, but the word on the street is that Shakira apparently did not like the mix so it will not be released.
However, the mix can be heard on Maurice's MySpace.
The mix is quite nice. Very late night/summer house-ish. It's a shame this one won't see any release. But it is definitely worth mentioning.
The original version of "Hips Don't Lie" can be purchased only on the re-release of the album or on iTunes. You have to buy the whole album for now to get the song as it is a special bonus. If you have purchased Oral Fixtation Vol.2 on CDalready, there is a procedure for downloading the song for free from Shakira's website. But you must have the CD in order to do it.
There's also the official remix promo that was sent out to DJs and radio stations.
1. Hips Don't Lie (Wyclef Remix) 3:58
2. Hips Don't Lie (Wyclef MixShow Mix) 4:09
3. Hips Don't Lie (Wyclef Remix Instrumental) 3:59
In its original version, it's a reggaeton/hip hop track. It's a lot of fun and it works. The slightly more urban remix by Wyclef Jean, with some additional lyrics is quite great too. The new beat is great too.
On the dance tip, there is one mix by Maurice Joshua, but the word on the street is that Shakira apparently did not like the mix so it will not be released.
However, the mix can be heard on Maurice's MySpace.
The mix is quite nice. Very late night/summer house-ish. It's a shame this one won't see any release. But it is definitely worth mentioning.
The original version of "Hips Don't Lie" can be purchased only on the re-release of the album or on iTunes. You have to buy the whole album for now to get the song as it is a special bonus. If you have purchased Oral Fixtation Vol.2 on CDalready, there is a procedure for downloading the song for free from Shakira's website. But you must have the CD in order to do it.
There's also the official remix promo that was sent out to DJs and radio stations.
1. Hips Don't Lie (Wyclef Remix) 3:58
2. Hips Don't Lie (Wyclef MixShow Mix) 4:09
3. Hips Don't Lie (Wyclef Remix Instrumental) 3:59
Luz Divina - The Other Side
The wait is finally over! Luz Divina's debut album The Other Side was just released this past Tuesday.
It features several previous singles as well as some new material. CD1 features the "pop/original versions." CD2 is a bonus disc with some excellent remixes.
This one is a joy to listen to from start to finish.
Check this one out.
DISC 1:
1. Crazy
2. Cutie Huntin'
3. You Got Me Under
4. Into You
5. So In Love
6. Just Wanna Be Me
7. Sorry
8. In Your Eyes
9. Born To Be A Star
10. El Tren
11. You Shine On Me
CD1 (THE REMIXES):
1. Cutie Huntin' - (Tony Coluccio & Devito's Mindset Mix)
2. Just Wanna Be Me - (John Paul Aceto Mindset Mix)
3. Born To Be A Star - (DJ Chris Constanzo Anthem Mix)
4. Crazy - (DJ Escape & Dom Capello Mix)
5. You Got Me Under - (Skribble Vs Plasmic Honey Mix)
6. Sorry - (John Kano & DJ Moody Mix)
7. In Your Eyes 2006 - (Tony Coluccio Mindset Mix)
8. You Shine On Me - (Johnny Budz Electro House Mix)
9. So In Love - (Johnny Vicious Mix)
10. Into You - (Michael Jaden & Coluccio Mindset Mix)
11. You Shine On Me - (Tony Coluccio Mindset Mix)
It features several previous singles as well as some new material. CD1 features the "pop/original versions." CD2 is a bonus disc with some excellent remixes.
This one is a joy to listen to from start to finish.
Check this one out.
DISC 1:
1. Crazy
2. Cutie Huntin'
3. You Got Me Under
4. Into You
5. So In Love
6. Just Wanna Be Me
7. Sorry
8. In Your Eyes
9. Born To Be A Star
10. El Tren
11. You Shine On Me
CD1 (THE REMIXES):
1. Cutie Huntin' - (Tony Coluccio & Devito's Mindset Mix)
2. Just Wanna Be Me - (John Paul Aceto Mindset Mix)
3. Born To Be A Star - (DJ Chris Constanzo Anthem Mix)
4. Crazy - (DJ Escape & Dom Capello Mix)
5. You Got Me Under - (Skribble Vs Plasmic Honey Mix)
6. Sorry - (John Kano & DJ Moody Mix)
7. In Your Eyes 2006 - (Tony Coluccio Mindset Mix)
8. You Shine On Me - (Johnny Budz Electro House Mix)
9. So In Love - (Johnny Vicious Mix)
10. Into You - (Michael Jaden & Coluccio Mindset Mix)
11. You Shine On Me - (Tony Coluccio Mindset Mix)
4.22.2006
Depeche Mode - Suffer Well
Just as the other singles off of Playing The Angel got some slamming dance mixes for the clubs, "Suffer Well" is no different.
Tiga, Narcotic Thrust, Peter Rauhofer (Dirty Monkey is one of his new aliases), Metope, Alter Ego and M83 do the mixes this time. There are several promos with different tracklistings making the rounds right now.
A CD promo for U.S. DJs recently went out with the following tracklisting:
01. Tiga Remix
02. Dirty Monkey Remix
03. Tiga Dub
04. Narcotic Thrust Vocal Dub
05. Metope Vocal Remix
06. Metope Remix
07. Alter Ego Remix
08. M83 Remix
Tiga, Narcotic Thrust, Peter Rauhofer (Dirty Monkey is one of his new aliases), Metope, Alter Ego and M83 do the mixes this time. There are several promos with different tracklistings making the rounds right now.
A CD promo for U.S. DJs recently went out with the following tracklisting:
01. Tiga Remix
02. Dirty Monkey Remix
03. Tiga Dub
04. Narcotic Thrust Vocal Dub
05. Metope Vocal Remix
06. Metope Remix
07. Alter Ego Remix
08. M83 Remix
4.15.2006
Ministry Of Sound Dance Nation 2006
Dance Nation returns with 40 upfront & classic dance tracks from DHT, Tom Novy, Jamiroquai, Joey Negro, Mish Mash and many more...After a 4 year hiatus, Dance Nation returns with one of the strongest line-ups of upfront and classic Dance hits the album has ever presented. Enjoying a full on sweepstake of the upfront single releases for the coming year, Ministry serves up a full phat banquet of club land’s choicest morsels with, Mish Mash, Hi Tack, David Morales and Soundbwoy’s forthcoming chart stormers as well as tried and tested Dance floor dynamite from heavy weights such as, Joey Negro, Tom Novy and Armand Van Helden.
2006 sees a glorious return for one of the most respected and well loved of the Ministry brands, with its highly anticipated come back looking set to be as glorious as its arrival back in 1996.
Catalogue Number: MOSCD118
Tracklisting:
CD1
01 Joey Negro - Make A Move
02 Meck feat Leo Sayer - Thunder In My Heart Again
03 Mish Mash - Speechless
04 Hi_Tack - Say Say Say (Waiting For You)
05 Studio B - C'mon Get It On
06 Tom Novy - Your Body
07 Scape - Be My Friend (Ian Carey Vocal Remix)
08 Soundbwoy Ent - Never Gonna Say (DJ Bomba Remix)
09 Sunkids feat Chance - Rise Up (Praise Cats Remix)
10 The Disco Boys feat. Manfred Mann's Earth Band - For You (Freemasons Remix)
11 David Morales - How Would You Feel (Phillipe B Remix)
12 Armand Van Helden - Sugar (Paperfaces Mix)
13 Jamiroquai - Dynamite (Oliver Lang Remix)
14 Stu Allen - A Feeling (Aaron McClelland Vox Mix)
15 Filterfunk - SOS (Message In A Bottle)
16 Deepgroove - Fasincated (Vocal Dub)
17 Rob Boskamp - In The Evening (Mark Simmons Remix)
18 The S&M Project feat Sam Noon & Pav - One Man (Thomas Gold Remix)
19 Natural High - Live For One Day (Morjac Remix)
20 Southside Hustlers - Right Before My Eyes (MK & MTV Re-Edit)
CD2
01 Freemasons feat. Amanda Wilson - Watchin'
02 Beatfreakz - Somebodys Watching Me (Dennis Christopher Remix)
03 Solu Music feat Kimbelee - Fade Grant (Nelson Remix)
04 Switch - A Bit Patchy
05 The Egg - Walking Away (Tocadisco Remix)
06 Supermode - Why
07 Solitaire - You Got The Love
08 Wonderland Avenue - White Horse
09 Philippe B vs Todd Terry - Can You Feel It (Tocadisco Remix)
10 Playback - Hit The Bricks
11 Underground Movement - Shake It (Andrea T Mendoza Remix)
12 Syke & Sugarstar - Watching You
13 Antoine Clamaran - Take Off
14 Yomtrax - The Sound (Paul Masterson Remix)
15 Marco V - False Light
16 DHT - I Go Crazy (Dancing DJs Remix)
17 Matt Darey feat. Izzy - Eternity
18 Marcel Woods - Advanced (Filterheadz Love Distortion Mix)
19 Above & Beyond - Alone Tonight
20 Tiesto presents Allure - The Love We Lost
VA - Dream Dance Vol.39
Here is the tracklisting for the latest issue of the popular series. Therre's some decent ones on this issue.
Tracklisting:
CD1
01 Dream Dance Alliance - Butterfly 3:49
02 Scooter - See me, Feel me 4:07
03 DJ Shog - Rush Hour 3:55
04 DJ Dean - Kick Off 3:16
05 Ziggy X - Drive X-Treme 2:49
06 Pulsedriver - Insane 3:07
07 Axel Coon - Third Base 3:54
08 Bonito & Louis - Rush 3:25
09 Accuface - Pure Energy 3:38
10 Mindhunters - Scream 4:03
11 Grooveyard - Mary Go Wild! 2:57
12 Beam - On Your Mind 4:03
13 Fragma - Radio Waves 3:25
14 ATB - Summer Rain 4:18
15 DJ Tatana - If I Could 3:29
16 Talla 2XLC - Carry Me 3:53
17 Ferry Corsten - Fire 2:43
18 Ian Van Dahl - Movin' On 3:45
19 Lasgo - Lying 3:01
20 DJ's @ Work - No Easy Way Out 3:25
21 The Disco Boys - Hey St. Peter 3:16
22 Lazard - Living On Video 2:54
CD2
01 Tiesto pres. Allure - The Lovers We Lost 3:33
02 Kyau vs. Albert - Walk Down 3:28
03 Above and Beyond - Alone Tonight 3:23
04 York feat. Asheni - Mercury Rising 4:21
05 Solarstone & Jes - Like A Waterfall 3:45
06 The Thrillseekers - Be Your Side 3:22
07 Robert Nickson - Close Your Eyes 3:47
08 4Strings - Hurricane 3:46
09 Airbase - Escape 3:12
10 Jones & Stephenson - The First Rebirth 2006 4:23
11 c-Quence - Endorphine 4:03
12 JPL - Ilmola 3:32
13 Double V - Moscow Morning 3:59
14 E-Craig vs. Ratty - Call It A Sunrise 3:34
15 Martin Roth - Shockwaves 4:08
16 Super8 vs. TAB - Helsinki Scorchin 3:53
17 Duderstadt - Muhanjala 4:00
18 Thomas Bronzwaer - Shadow World 4:04
19 Sean Tyas - Mirella 3:53
20 Kuffdamm & Plant - Dream Makers 3:44
21 Armin Van Buuren - Sail 2:55
Tracklisting:
CD1
01 Dream Dance Alliance - Butterfly 3:49
02 Scooter - See me, Feel me 4:07
03 DJ Shog - Rush Hour 3:55
04 DJ Dean - Kick Off 3:16
05 Ziggy X - Drive X-Treme 2:49
06 Pulsedriver - Insane 3:07
07 Axel Coon - Third Base 3:54
08 Bonito & Louis - Rush 3:25
09 Accuface - Pure Energy 3:38
10 Mindhunters - Scream 4:03
11 Grooveyard - Mary Go Wild! 2:57
12 Beam - On Your Mind 4:03
13 Fragma - Radio Waves 3:25
14 ATB - Summer Rain 4:18
15 DJ Tatana - If I Could 3:29
16 Talla 2XLC - Carry Me 3:53
17 Ferry Corsten - Fire 2:43
18 Ian Van Dahl - Movin' On 3:45
19 Lasgo - Lying 3:01
20 DJ's @ Work - No Easy Way Out 3:25
21 The Disco Boys - Hey St. Peter 3:16
22 Lazard - Living On Video 2:54
CD2
01 Tiesto pres. Allure - The Lovers We Lost 3:33
02 Kyau vs. Albert - Walk Down 3:28
03 Above and Beyond - Alone Tonight 3:23
04 York feat. Asheni - Mercury Rising 4:21
05 Solarstone & Jes - Like A Waterfall 3:45
06 The Thrillseekers - Be Your Side 3:22
07 Robert Nickson - Close Your Eyes 3:47
08 4Strings - Hurricane 3:46
09 Airbase - Escape 3:12
10 Jones & Stephenson - The First Rebirth 2006 4:23
11 c-Quence - Endorphine 4:03
12 JPL - Ilmola 3:32
13 Double V - Moscow Morning 3:59
14 E-Craig vs. Ratty - Call It A Sunrise 3:34
15 Martin Roth - Shockwaves 4:08
16 Super8 vs. TAB - Helsinki Scorchin 3:53
17 Duderstadt - Muhanjala 4:00
18 Thomas Bronzwaer - Shadow World 4:04
19 Sean Tyas - Mirella 3:53
20 Kuffdamm & Plant - Dream Makers 3:44
21 Armin Van Buuren - Sail 2:55
4.12.2006
Jimi La Lumia - Dancefloor
Back in the late 70's he was part of the anti-disco movement, but now he has come back to clubland with some hot dance tracks.
"The Anthem (I Need To Take Drugs)" on Strong Island Records was a minor underground hit. While the B-side, "For DJs Only" did the same.
Now he's on Liquid Music and has some hot songs. Check out "Dancefloor". It's awesome!
Scroll all the way to the bottom and there's links to samples.
Beatport sells some of his music too.
iTunes also carries a compilation with two mixes of Jimi's other song. The compilation features 34 awesome songs from the Liquid Music label. For $9.99, it's an excellent deal for such great music.
"The Anthem (I Need To Take Drugs)" on Strong Island Records was a minor underground hit. While the B-side, "For DJs Only" did the same.
Now he's on Liquid Music and has some hot songs. Check out "Dancefloor". It's awesome!
Scroll all the way to the bottom and there's links to samples.
Beatport sells some of his music too.
iTunes also carries a compilation with two mixes of Jimi's other song. The compilation features 34 awesome songs from the Liquid Music label. For $9.99, it's an excellent deal for such great music.
4.06.2006
Jason Walker - Reaching (Arenna Mix)
Jason Walker has been putting out some fabulous music ever since he came onto the scene a short time back.
Aside from the excellent mixes of this song by Junior Vasquez and Matt Piso, there's the new mix by Arenna.
Here is a short sample of the Arenna Mix. This mix has not received an official release yet, but it definitely should.
PerfectBeat is selling a CD maxi that contains the Junior Vasquez and Matt Piso mixes in addition to the original.
Tracklisting:
01 Album Version (3:29)
02 M@!'s Space Age Radio Edit (4:16)
03 M@!'S Space Age Anthem (12:48)
04 Junior's Extended Club Mix (9:33)
05 Junior's Synthapella (6:09)
06 Junior's Percapella (6:28)
07 Junior's Drums (6:26)
Aside from the excellent mixes of this song by Junior Vasquez and Matt Piso, there's the new mix by Arenna.
Here is a short sample of the Arenna Mix. This mix has not received an official release yet, but it definitely should.
PerfectBeat is selling a CD maxi that contains the Junior Vasquez and Matt Piso mixes in addition to the original.
Tracklisting:01 Album Version (3:29)
02 M@!'s Space Age Radio Edit (4:16)
03 M@!'S Space Age Anthem (12:48)
04 Junior's Extended Club Mix (9:33)
05 Junior's Synthapella (6:09)
06 Junior's Percapella (6:28)
07 Junior's Drums (6:26)
4.05.2006
Blondie vs. The Doors - Rapture Riders
This is a mashup of two classic songs: Blondie's "Rapture" and "Riders Of The Storm" by The Doors.
Mashup artist Mark Vidler created this mashup. This mashup had been available for free download on his website for some time now. But this mashup has just been cleared for a release on Blondie' recent greatest hits collection which came out in early March.
The CD promo contains just the Single Edit and Full Version of the mashup, and as a bonus, the Special Disco Version of "Rapture" is included too.
One of the import editions of the CD single includes those three mixes plus a 7" version of "Rapture".
Tracklisting:
01 Rapture Riders - Single Edit (3:50)
02 Rapture Riders - Full Version (5:41)
03 Rapture - 7" Version (4:57)
04 Rapture - Special Disco Mix (9:59)
Mashup artist Mark Vidler created this mashup. This mashup had been available for free download on his website for some time now. But this mashup has just been cleared for a release on Blondie' recent greatest hits collection which came out in early March.
The CD promo contains just the Single Edit and Full Version of the mashup, and as a bonus, the Special Disco Version of "Rapture" is included too.
One of the import editions of the CD single includes those three mixes plus a 7" version of "Rapture".
Tracklisting:
01 Rapture Riders - Single Edit (3:50)
02 Rapture Riders - Full Version (5:41)
03 Rapture - 7" Version (4:57)
04 Rapture - Special Disco Mix (9:59)
4.02.2006
Peter Rauhofer - I Love New York
This is the first in a new series of mixed CDs by DJ/remixer/producer Peter Rauhofer. The idea is similar to his previous Live @ Roxy series which ended after four outings.
This 2 disc mix captures the essence of one of Rauhofer's live mixes at one of his many residencies. Of course, Rauhofer is best experienced during a live set at a club with a pumping sound system, but this set does a good job of bringing that club feeling.
The songs are a mixture of some past, present and future hits. Some highlights include the new Hector Fonseca mixes of "I Look Good" by Club 69 featuring Kim Cooper and Offer Nissim featuring Maya's "First Time." These mixes are a nice change from some of the other mixes that have been played lately. Full version of those mixes can be purchased on the Star 69 website at a price of $1.99 each in perfect, pristine quality. The three Rauhofer Reconstruction mixes that are featured on CD 2 are all worth seeking out seperately. the 2 Raum Wohnung and Cevin Fisher tracks were just released a short time back. The last track "Believe In Me" is actually Rauhofer's remix of the Duran Duran track from last year which has still remained commercially unavailable.
Here is the tracklisting:
CD 1
01 Nick & Danny Chatelain - Is Killing Me (Unreleased Mix)
02 Ron Carroll - Hoes In This House (George Morel & Armand Pena Groove Mix)
03 FC Nond - New Love (Original Mix)
04 Camorina - Sixteen Years (Plaza Crew Mix)
05 Miguel Picasso - I Like Old School (Synkronized Emotions Remix)
06 Holmes Ives - 8 Letters (Martijn Ten Velden & Mark Knights Mix)
07 Niki B. & Christian E.F.F.E. - I Remember (Solar Groovy Mix)
08 Julian Poker - Reconstruction:2 (Original Mix)
09 Rosko - Love Is A Drug (Lance Jordan Beat Mix)
10 Delgado - Tanque Beats (Original Mix)
11 Decibel - Free Your Body (Original Mix)
12 Pedro Diaz - This Is The Sound (Original Mix)
CD 2
01 Club 69 feat. Kim Cooper - I Look Good (Hector Fonseca Remix)
02 DJ Bruno - People (Original Mix)
03 2 Raum Wohnung - Sex Secret (Peter Rauhofer Reconstruction Mix)
04 Bombdogs - I Can't Explain (Steve Lawler's Summer Of Love Mix)
05 Danny Freakaziod - Sunday Trip (Original Mix)
06 Offer Nissim feat. Maya - First Time (Hector Fonseca Remix)
07 Tresca - Easy Ride (Original Dub)
08 Trente Moeller - Beta Boy (Original Mix)
09 Cevin Fisher - Love You Some More (Peter Rauhofer Reconstruction Mix)
10 John Tejada - Voyager (Original Mix)
11 Mike Monday - Tooting Warrior (Original Mix)
12 Peter Rauhofer - Believe In Me (Peter Rauhofer Reconstruction Mix)
Let's Get Twisted vol. 1
This is a special collection that marks the 10 year anniversary of Twisted America records. Since 1996, they have brought us such artists as Peter Rauhofer aka Club 69/Size Queen, Celeda, Funky Green Dogs (Ralph Falcon & Oscar Gaeten aka Murk), and Suzanne Palmer.
To mark their anniversary, this 2 disc set features 15 full, unmixed tracks as well as three bonus acapellas. These CDs are filled to capacity with some of Twisted's most famous and popular out-of-print tracks.
This is slated to be the first of several more releases in this series.
This is available for sale at most major music stores like Tower Records , Amazon and Perfect Beat also have these for sale.
Here is the tracklisting:
CD1
1. Funky Green Dogs - "Fired Up" (Twilo Anthem edit) 9:35
2. Danny Tenaglia - "Elements" (The Voice) 12:55
3. DJ Vibe - "I'll Take You" (Classic TWISTED mix) 9:17
4. Superchumbo- "The Revolution" (Volta Vocal mix) 8:13
5. Johnny Dangerous - "Dear Father in Heaven" (Aquatic Park mix) 7:40
6. DJ Pierre presents Doomsday - "Atom Bomb" (Doomsday mix) 8:50
7. House of Prince - "Perfect Love" (Long n’ Perfect mix ) 9:05
8. Karnak - "Calypso Breakdown " (Original mix) 9:51
9. Superchumbo - "The Revolution" (acappella) 1:51
TOTAL 1:17:17
CD2
1. Celeda - "Be Yourself" (Parts 1 & 2) 10:25
2. ONO - "Walking on Thin Ice" (DT Walked Across the Lake mix) 12:38
3. Alex Santer - "Hello?" (12” miX) 10:13
4. Eric Kupper presents K-Scope - "Latin Blues Part 1" (12" mix) 8:19
5. Oscar G & Ralph Falcon - "Dark Beat" (Murk Monster mix) 9:17
6. Kult of Krameria - "Voodoo Drums" (12” mix) 8:15
7. NYLX - "Goosebumps" (Mushroom Head mix) 15:13
8. Oscar G & Ralph Falcon - "Dark Beat" (acappella) 1:16
9. Celeda - "Be Yourself" (acappella) 1:30
TOTAL 1:17:06
3.31.2006
Madonna - Confessions Remixed
This is a special, Limited Edition vinyl-only release of several previously released and unreleased remixes from Madonna's latest album Confessions On A Dance Floor. This features remixes of "Hung Up", "Sorry", "Get Together", "I Love New York" and "Let It Will Be." All remixes were done by Stuart Price, who worked extensively on this album.
The mixes of "Hung Up", "Sorry" and "Let It Will Be" have been released already on various formats of singles.
For "Hung Up", both the SDP Extended Vocal and SDP Extended Dub are included. These were on the U.S. CD and 12" releases. Similarly, the Man With Guitar mix of "Sorry" was on a single too. The Paper Faces Mix of "Let It Will Be" is on here too. This is a longer version, but contains less vocals than the Paper Faces Vocal Edit which was added onto the "Sorry" single. This could be thought of as a dub mix.
The new mix of "Get Together" is a vocal mix while "I Love New York" is slightly more dubbish.
All these mixes are a must-have for a Madonna collector. This is truly a collector's item as there have only been 3000 copies pressed of this special collection. This is a set of three 12" vinyls.
April 11, 2006 is the scheduled release date.
PerfectBeat has already announced that they will be carrying this for sale. Expect this one to sell very quickly. There's no word on whether this will be added to iTunes Music Store or if a CD release will occur.
Here is the tracklisting:
01 Hung Up (SDP's Extended Vocal Mix)
02 Hung Up (SDP's Extended Dub)
03 Sorry (Man With Guitar Remix)
04 Get Together (Jacques Lu Cont Mix)
05 I Love New York (Thin White Duke Mix)
06 Let It Will Be (Paper Faces Mix)
3.30.2006
2raumwohnung - Sex Secret
German act 2raumwohnung (German for "2 room apartment") has finally been licensed and signed to NY-based Star 69 for a proper release of their track "Sasha (Sex Secret)".
The original track is an electronic-rock song. Think of The Killers, Stuart Price, Giorgio Moroder and The Veronicas all rolled into one.
Moguai, Peter Rauhofer, Hector Fonseca and Frosted Flake are on hand for the mixes. A CD maxi was released with all those mixes.
The Peter Rauhofer and Hector Fonseca mixes have been real floorfillers.
PerfectBeat and Star69 Records have the single for sale.
The original track is an electronic-rock song. Think of The Killers, Stuart Price, Giorgio Moroder and The Veronicas all rolled into one.
Moguai, Peter Rauhofer, Hector Fonseca and Frosted Flake are on hand for the mixes. A CD maxi was released with all those mixes.
The Peter Rauhofer and Hector Fonseca mixes have been real floorfillers.
PerfectBeat and Star69 Records have the single for sale.
Natasha Bedingfield - The One That Got Away (Remixes)
British export Natasha Bedingfield has made quite an impression since landing on our shore last year. Aside from doing quite well with her unique brand of pop music, she has done quite well in clubland.
Her previous singles "These Words" and "Unwritten" have both had an impressive set of mixes. "These Words" had mixes by Lenny Bertoldo, Ford and Bimbo Jones. Johnny Vicious and Hani were on hand for the mixes of "Unwritten." Dance radio has embraced Natasha with these awesome mixes.
Natasha's next release is no different. "The One That Got Away" was a bonus cut on the U.S. version of Natasha's album. Mixes for this one are done by Chris Brann, best known under the aliases The Wamdue Project, Wamdue Kids and The Ananda Project.
A CD promo went out with the following mixes:
01 Wamdue Pop Rocks Mix
02 Wamdue Get Together Extended Vocal Mix
03 Wamdue Get Together Dub
04 Wamdue Get Together Radio Mix
Her previous singles "These Words" and "Unwritten" have both had an impressive set of mixes. "These Words" had mixes by Lenny Bertoldo, Ford and Bimbo Jones. Johnny Vicious and Hani were on hand for the mixes of "Unwritten." Dance radio has embraced Natasha with these awesome mixes.
Natasha's next release is no different. "The One That Got Away" was a bonus cut on the U.S. version of Natasha's album. Mixes for this one are done by Chris Brann, best known under the aliases The Wamdue Project, Wamdue Kids and The Ananda Project.
A CD promo went out with the following mixes:
01 Wamdue Pop Rocks Mix
02 Wamdue Get Together Extended Vocal Mix
03 Wamdue Get Together Dub
04 Wamdue Get Together Radio Mix
3.29.2006
Bette Midler - Fever (Remixes)
Peggy Lee's sultry standard "Fever" has made some sort of appearance in the music scene on a regular basis since the original release. Madonna's cover of this on the 1992 Erotica album was quite well-known. And this latest take by Bette Midler will be just as massive.
This is taken from the Divine Miss M's tribute album to Peggy Lee just as she had done for Rosemary Clooney some time back. This one is ready for the dancefloors with L.E.X. and Junior Vasquez's mixes. Both are on the circuit-house tip.
iTunes currently has the L.E.X. mixes for sale.
This is taken from the Divine Miss M's tribute album to Peggy Lee just as she had done for Rosemary Clooney some time back. This one is ready for the dancefloors with L.E.X. and Junior Vasquez's mixes. Both are on the circuit-house tip.
iTunes currently has the L.E.X. mixes for sale.
Amuka - I Want More (Cling On To Me)
Amuka a.k.a. Sheila Brody has had a handful of hits in clubland during the last few years. She is back with another new release that is no different. Israeli DJ/remixer/producer Offer Nissim featured a remix he did of this song last year on his mixed CD The Remixes which saw only an official release in Israel. The remix had remained unreleased until now. On Kult, this song and its mixes finally get a release.
There's a little something for everyone. There's trance, tribal house, garage, dark house and circuit mixes.
A CD maxi has just been released with the following tracklisting:
01 X-Tense Trance Remix
02 DJ Paulo Anthem Remix
03 Mahjonng Garage Remix
04 Southern Fried Remix
05 EG Mediterranean Groove Remix
06 EG Mediterranean Radio Edit
07 Gionfriddo Bros. Vocal Remix
08 Joe Bermudez & Klubjumpers Remix
09 John Riptide & Brianna Lee After-Hour Remix
10 Mahjonng Radio Edit
11 Offer Nissim Vocal Mix
Aside from all these mixes that are official, there are some unofficial mixes as well. Junior Vasquez has been playing his Fast Ellis Mix during his show Junior's World on XM radio and during his sets at the clubs. Arenna, Demu, Power-Gay, Quasi, and Trypsin have also given treatments to this hot song.
There's a little something for everyone. There's trance, tribal house, garage, dark house and circuit mixes.
A CD maxi has just been released with the following tracklisting:
01 X-Tense Trance Remix
02 DJ Paulo Anthem Remix
03 Mahjonng Garage Remix
04 Southern Fried Remix
05 EG Mediterranean Groove Remix
06 EG Mediterranean Radio Edit
07 Gionfriddo Bros. Vocal Remix
08 Joe Bermudez & Klubjumpers Remix
09 John Riptide & Brianna Lee After-Hour Remix
10 Mahjonng Radio Edit
11 Offer Nissim Vocal Mix
Aside from all these mixes that are official, there are some unofficial mixes as well. Junior Vasquez has been playing his Fast Ellis Mix during his show Junior's World on XM radio and during his sets at the clubs. Arenna, Demu, Power-Gay, Quasi, and Trypsin have also given treatments to this hot song.
Chicane featuring Tom Jones - Stoned In Love
Nick Bracegirdle is back with a hot new track with vocals by the legendary Tom Jones. "Stoned In Love" is what this one is called. This is probably from Chicane's forthcoming album. After Easy To Assemble didn't really get a proper release, this one is definitely anticipated.
This track has some of Chicane's signature sounds, as well as some new ones of contemporary house music.
Pete Tong premiered the radio mix as well as the Vertigo Mix a short time back on his BBC Radio 1 show.
Promos have already gone out featuring several of the mixes.
I received a CD that has the following tracklisting:
01 Radio Edit
02 12" Club Mix
03 Vertigo Vocal Mix
There's also another promo out with the following tracklisting:
01 Club 12" Mix
02 Radio Edit
03 The Young Punx Dub Jam
04 The Young Punx Vocal Remix
05 Vertigo Remix Instrumental
06 Vertigo Vocal Mix
Listen to samples of all the mixes here.
This is slated for an April release.
This track has some of Chicane's signature sounds, as well as some new ones of contemporary house music.
Pete Tong premiered the radio mix as well as the Vertigo Mix a short time back on his BBC Radio 1 show.
Promos have already gone out featuring several of the mixes.
I received a CD that has the following tracklisting:
01 Radio Edit
02 12" Club Mix
03 Vertigo Vocal Mix
There's also another promo out with the following tracklisting:
01 Club 12" Mix
02 Radio Edit
03 The Young Punx Dub Jam
04 The Young Punx Vocal Remix
05 Vertigo Remix Instrumental
06 Vertigo Vocal Mix
Listen to samples of all the mixes here.
This is slated for an April release.
Mariah Carey - Say Somethin
Some fabulous remixes by David Morales were done for the next single off of Mariah Carey's latest album The Emancipation Of Mimi.
On one of the CD promos that went out, this is the following tracklisting:
1. Morales Radio Edit
2. Morales' Stereo Anthem
3. Morales' Stereo Dub
These mixes, in addition to the Morales mixes of "It's Like That" are the only mixes to have new vocals recorded by Mariah. And these mixes were totally worth the wait.
The Morales mixes were actually completed in 2004 but had remained unreleased until now.
This is already bubbling under on the Billboard Dance/Club Play chart. Look out for this one to go to number one soon just as "It's Like That", "We Belong Together" and "Don't Forget About Us" had before it.
On one of the CD promos that went out, this is the following tracklisting:
1. Morales Radio Edit
2. Morales' Stereo Anthem
3. Morales' Stereo Dub
These mixes, in addition to the Morales mixes of "It's Like That" are the only mixes to have new vocals recorded by Mariah. And these mixes were totally worth the wait.
The Morales mixes were actually completed in 2004 but had remained unreleased until now.
This is already bubbling under on the Billboard Dance/Club Play chart. Look out for this one to go to number one soon just as "It's Like That", "We Belong Together" and "Don't Forget About Us" had before it.
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