BackSpin: Electro House Classics & Other Millennial Dance Club Hits! [2009 — 2010] Volume 7

Just when you thought we’d emptied the vault of bangers from this era, BackSpin Volume 7 comes stomping in with another round of club anthems that defined the dancefloors of 2009 and 2010. This was not a chill period in dance music—it was a full-throttle takeover. These weren’t just tracks you heard in the club; they were the soundtracks to pre-games, afterparties, breakups, hookups, and everything in between.
By this point, Electro House had become the default language of clubland. It didn’t matter if the artist was an underground favorite or a Disney Channel graduate—everyone wanted in on the energy. And with remixers like Dave Audé, Mike Rizzo, Jody den Broeder, and Jump Smokers consistently delivering top-shelf work, the line between pop and club music completely vanished.
Remix Culture Was King
Let’s be real—some of these tracks hit harder in their remixed versions than the originals ever could. Usher’s “DJ Got Us Fallin’ In Love” was already slick, but Jump Smokers cranked it up with a glammed-up club version that dominated summer playlists. Christina Aguilera’s “Not Myself Tonight” might’ve been polarizing on radio, but Jody den Broeder turned it into a pulsing floor-filler with an edge. Black Eyed Peas continued their chart domination with “Imma Be” and “Meet Me Halfway,” both of which got remixed within an inch of their lives—one dirty, one dreamy, and both undeniable.
And let’s talk about Lady Gaga, who basically lived on the dance charts during this period. You’ll find three of her biggest tracks here—“Bad Romance,” “Paparazzi,” and “Love Game”—all reworked by Dave Audé into high-energy triumphs that left no corner of the dancefloor untouched.
The Rise of Selena Gomez
One of the most fascinating shifts during this period was the arrival of Selena Gomez—best known at the time as a squeaky-clean Disney princess. But her early releases with The Scene were smart, polished pop that lent themselves surprisingly well to club remixes. “Round & Round” and “A Year Without Rain” became club favorites thanks to 7th Heaven and Dave Audé, respectively, who transformed them into soaring dance tracks without stripping away her youthful charm. Selena’s transition from Disney darling to legitimate pop artist began here, and the clubs were ready to embrace her.
Ke$ha’s Party Nation
Also bursting into the scene like a glitter bomb was Ke$ha, whose breakout hit “TiK ToK” became a global party anthem. Fred Falke’s remix gave it just enough disco-drenched sophistication while keeping its messy, rebellious spirit intact. Ke$ha’s arrival signaled a new wave of club pop—raucous, unfiltered, and entirely self-aware. She didn’t just want to party—she was the party.
European Imports & Global Crossovers
This volume also shines a light on the growing influence of European club culture on the American mainstream. Edward Maya’s “Stereo Love” with its infectious accordion hook brought Romanian house to global attention, while Alex Gaudino’s “I’m In Love (I Wanna Do It)” showcased the sleek, sexy appeal of Italian house with a Wideboys polish. And let’s not forget Dennis Ferrer’s “Hey Hey,” which proved that a deep house groove could still cut through in a sea of EDM bangers—especially when remixed by Vandalism.
David Guetta: Architect of the Era
Guetta’s fingerprints are all over this era, and nowhere is that more obvious than his work on “Sexy Bitch” with Akon and his remix of Black Eyed Peas’ “Boom Boom Pow.” His production wasn’t just influential—it defined the electro-pop aesthetic of the time. His music lived at the intersection of hip-hop swagger, pop accessibility, and EDM power, helping turn club music into a true pop force.
The Bold, the Brash, and the Unfiltered
This volume doesn’t shy away from explicit energy, either. Lily Allen and CeeLo Green both show up here in their no-holds-barred form, each delivering sarcastic kiss-offs in “Fuck You,” made even bolder in club-ready remixes by Rich Morel and the Stonemasons. Tracks like “Sexy People” by Lolene and Paradiso Girls’ “Who’s My Bitch” pushed the envelope in both sound and attitude—flirty, fierce, and far from family-friendly.
From Ibiza to Main Street
Whether it’s Swedish House Mafia’s jet-setting anthem “Miami 2 Ibiza” or Shakira’s wild “Loca” reimagined by the Freemasons, this era was all about movement—geographically, musically, and emotionally. These weren’t just club hits; they were cultural markers that signaled how far EDM had come from its underground roots. Everyone was invited to the party, and no genre was off-limits.
BackSpin Volume 7 isn’t just a continuation—it’s a celebration of how deeply dance music had woven itself into every aspect of pop culture by the end of the decade. These tracks weren’t just playing at the club; they were playing everywhere. From bedroom iPods to high school dances to festival stages, this was the sound of a generation finding its rhythm in uncertain times.
Volume 8 will be dropping next, rounding out this pivotal era with more certified club gold. Until then, crank it loud, lose yourself in the beat, and remember just how good the chaos sounded.
Until the next time…ENJOY!
Album : BackSpin [2009 — 2010] Volume 7Genre : Electro House, Funky HouseYear : 2025Total Time : 3:13:25
Usher feat. Pitbull - DJ Got Us Fallin In Love (Jump Smokers Club Mix)
Livvi Franc - Now I'm That Bitch (Mike Rizzo Funk Generation Club Mix)
Anjulie - Boom (Mike Rizzo Funk Generation Extended Mix)
Christina Aguilera - Not Myself Tonight (Jody den Broeder Explicit Club Mix)
Black Eyed Peas - Imma Be (DJ Dan Dirty Vocal Extended Mix)
Swedish House Mafia feat. Tinie Tempah - Miami 2 Ibiza (Extended Vocal Mix)
Rihanna - Hard (Jody den Broeder Club Remix)
Black Eyed Peas - Meet Me Halfway (Richard Vission Solmatic Remix)
Taio Cruz - Dynamite (Stonebridge Club Remix)
Edward Maya feat. Vika Jigulina - Stereo Love (Molella Remix)
Lady Gaga - Alejandro (Dave Audé Club Mix)
Morgan Page - Fight For You (Sultan & Ned Shephard Remix)
Selena Gomez & The Scene - A Year Without Rain (Dave Audé Club Mix)
Lady Gaga - Bad Romance (Dave Audé Club Mix)
Lily Allen - Fuck You (Rich Morel's Explicit Vocal Mix)
CeeLo Green - Fuck You (Stonemasons Remix)
Rihanna - Only Girl (In The World) (Mixin Marc & Tony Svejda Club Mix)
Lady Gaga - Paparazzi (Dave Audé Club Mix)
Pussycat Dolls - I Hate This Part (Dave Audé Club Mix)
Nadia Ali - Love Story (Andy Moor's Vocal Mix)
Selena Gomez & The Scene - Round & Round (7th Heaven Club Mix)
Lilly Allen - The Fear (Stonebridge Explicit Club Mix)
Ke$ha - Tik Tok (Fred Falke Club Mix)
Black Eyed Peas - Boom Boom Pow (David Guetta's Electro Hop Remix)
Dennis Ferrer - Hey Hey (Vandalism Remix)
Shakira feat. Dizzee Rascal - Loca (Freemasons Club Mix)
David Guetta feat. Akon - Sexy Bitch (Extended Mix)
Lolene - Sexy People (Static Revenger Club Mix - Explicit)
Paradiso Girls - Who's My Bitch (Dave Audé Club Mix)
Carl Kennedy & Baby D - Let Me Be Your Fantasy (Original Mix Edit)
Lady Gaga - Love Game (Dave Audé Club Remix)
Jason Derulo - Ridin ' Solo (7th Heaven Explicit Club Mix)
Usher feat. Will.i.am - OMG (Almighty Club Mix)
Carolina Liar - Show Me What I'm Looking For (Seamus Haji & Paul Emanuel Club Mix)
Alex Gaudino feat. Maxine - I'm In Love (I Wanna Do It) (Wideboys Club Mix)

BackSpin: Electro House Classics & Other Millennial Dance Club Hits! [2009 — 2010] Volume 6

It’s time once again to rewind the clock and fire up your favorite dance memories with Volume 6 of our BackSpin series, spotlighting the electric surge of Electro House and other club-defining hits from the early millennium. This installment zeroes in on 2009–2010—two powerhouse years that marked a massive turning point for electronic dance music and the global club scene.
By this point, the shimmering dominance of the big room anthems helmed by remix legends like Thunderpuss, Hex Hector, and Victor Calderone had begun to fade. Their reign throughout the late '90s and early 2000s had set the standard for peak-hour energy, but by 2009, a new breed of producers began rewriting the rulebook.
The Electro House Revolution
This was the moment when Electro House officially took center stage. David Guetta broke into the U.S. mainstream and never looked back, while the Swedish House Mafia began building their empire brick by brick. Artists like Bimbo Jones, Jody den Broeder, Wideboys, Jump Smokers, Mike Rizzo, and Wawa steadily made names for themselves by turning pop into gold—remixing everything from the obvious club fodder to unexpected chart-toppers. Their influence was unmistakable. If their names were attached to a remix, you knew you were in for something massive.
What made this shift so monumental is that the remixers became just as famous—if not more so—than the original artists. Guetta and Swedish House Mafia didn’t just fill clubs; they packed stadiums and headlined the very festivals that were just beginning to explode in North America. Electronic music wasn’t just for the underground anymore—it was pop.
Commercial Kings of the Club Charts
Yet, while Guetta and SHM were scaling the highest heights, others carved out their own niche—less flashy but no less effective. Remix powerhouses like Cahill, Moto Blanco, and Dave Audé were hitting hard and consistently. Their mixes dominated Billboard's Dance Club charts and brought just the right balance of commercial accessibility and dancefloor credibility.
Moto Blanco leaned heavily into Disco House—reinventing the genre with crisp, soulful vocals over chugging basslines and glittery synths. Meanwhile, Cahill and Dave Audé turned pop tracks into pure club fuel, often elevating songs far beyond their original versions. These guys weren’t interested in the spotlight—they were all about the sound. And club DJs and promoters knew: if you needed a floor-filler, you grabbed a remix from one of them.
Pop Royalty Ascends
This stretch also marked a major shift in pop culture, with a new generation of women dominating both the charts and the dancefloor. Rihanna was rising like a phoenix, bouncing back stronger than ever after a public and painful incident with Chris Brown. Her music during this period—fueled by edgy production and fearless visuals—reflected both vulnerability and power. Tracks like "Rude Boy" and "Only Girl (In the World)" came armed with heavyweight remixes that ruled the clubs for months.
Lady Gaga, meanwhile, was in full throttle. With her outrageous fashion, theatrical videos, and back-to-back club smashes like "Bad Romance" and "Poker Face," she wasn’t just entering the scene—she was detonating it. At the time, it felt like she might actually steal Madonna’s crown, and to many, she did—at least for a while.
And let’s not forget Katy Perry. Her rise was meteoric, with hits like “California Gurls,” “Firework,” and later “Teenage Dream” becoming club essentials thanks to thunderous remixes by the very names featured in this series. Her playful, candy-coated persona masked some serious hit-making power, and remixers were quick to latch on, creating versions of her songs that lit up dancefloors worldwide. Katy cemented herself not just as a pop icon but as a club favorite in her own right.
Ke$ha also burst onto the scene like a glitter-drenched hurricane. With “TiK ToK,” she tapped into a post-recession party spirit—equal parts carefree and rebellious—that resonated with a generation eager to escape. Remixers pounced on her tracks, transforming them into late-night anthems that soundtracked everything from warehouse raves to sweaty club floors.
Meanwhile, the Black Eyed Peas went from critically acclaimed hip-hop outsiders to mainstream juggernauts, fully embracing the EDM explosion. Tracks like “Boom Boom Pow” and “I Gotta Feeling” didn’t just dominate the radio—they took over nightlife culture. Much of their electronic pivot was shaped by David Guetta, whose collaboration on “I Gotta Feeling” launched a lasting creative partnership and helped blur the lines between pop, hip-hop, and house. Guetta’s touch was unmistakable—slick, high-energy, and made for massive crowds. That relationship not only reshaped the Peas' sound but also helped normalize EDM influences in Top 40 pop, paving the way for the genre’s commercial golden age.
By 2010, the remix wasn't just an accessory—it was the main event. Pop stars became club icons, and producers like Guetta were just as responsible for shaping the mainstream sound as the artists themselves.
More Than Nostalgia—It’s a Movement
This era wasn’t just exciting—it was relentless. So much quality dance music poured out of these two years that condensing it into a single volume would’ve been criminal. That’s why Party Favorz is rolling out this period across three volumes instead of two. There’s simply too much gold here to gloss over.
Volume 6 kicks things off strong, but Volumes 7 and 8 will follow shortly—bringing more of the same high-energy, club-thumping brilliance that defined a generation. Think of it as a time capsule from the days when the economy may have been in the toilet, but there was always a club, a party, or a DJ spinning something that made you forget your problems—at least for the night.
So go ahead—dust off those old iPods, or better yet, load up your streaming apps. Whether you were dancing your way through college, bartending on the weekends, or just living for the next Saturday night, this was the soundtrack of your life.
Get ready to relive it all.
Until the next time...ENJOY!
Album : BackSpin [2009 — 2010] Volume 6Genre : Electro House, Funky HouseYear : 2025Total Time : 3:07:39
Alexis Jordan - Happiness (Dave Audé Club Mix)
IYAZ - Solo (Cahill Club Mix)
Noisettes - Don't Upset The Rhythm (Dave Audé Club Mix)
Miley Cyrus - Party In The U.S.A. (Cahill Club Mix II)
Musiq Soulchild feat. Mary J. Blige - IfULeave (Mig vs. Rizzo Club Mix)
Paradiso Girls feat. Lil Jon & Eve - Patron Tequila (Dave Audé Club Remix)
Lady Gaga feat. Beyoncé - Telephone (DJ Dan Extended Vocal)
Flo Rida feat. David Guetta - Club Cant Handle Me (Fuck Me I'm Famous Club Mix)
Katy Perry - Firework (Jump Smokers Extended Mix)
Duck Sauce - Barbra Streisand (Original Mix)
Adam Lambert - For Your Entertainment (Bimbo Jones Club Mix)
Rihanna - S&M (Dave Audé Club Mix)
Ne-Yo - Beautiful Monster (Mixin' Marc & Tony Svejda Club Mix)
Lady Gaga - Poker Face (Jody Den Broeder Remix)
Far East Movement feat. The Cataracs & Dev - Like A G6 (Cahill Club Mix)
La Roux - Bulletproof (Dave Audé Club Remix)
Beyoncé - Sweet Dreams (Steve Pitron & Max Sanna Club Mix)
Alexandra Burke feat. Flo Rida - Bad Boys (Moto Blanco Vocal Mix)
Ciara feat. Justin Timberlake - Love Sex Magic (Alexander & Mark VDH Club Mix)
Medina - You And I (Deadmau5 Remix)
David Guetta feat. Estelle - One Love (Extended Version)
Katy Perry - Teenage Dream (Manhattan Clique Club Mix)
Selena Gomez & The Scene - Naturally (Disco Fries Extended Mix)
Britney Spears - 3 (Groove Police Club Mix)
David Guetta & Chris Willis feat. Fergie & LMFAO - Gettin' Over You (Extended Mix)
Ke$ha feat. 3OH!3 - Blah Blah Blah (DJ Laszlo Club Mix)
Jordin Sparks - S.O.S. (Let The Music Play) (Buzz Junkies Club Mix)
Enrique Iglesias feat. Ludacris - Tonight (I'm Lovin' You) (Wideboys Full Club Remix)
Estelle feat. Kardinal Offishall - Freak (Disco Fries Remix)
Erika Jayne - Pretty Mess (Dave Audé Club Mix)
Kylie Minogue - All The Lovers (Wawa & MMB Anthem Mix)
P!nk - Raise Your Glass (Liam Keegan Extended Mix)
Katy Perry - Waking Up In Vegas (Manhattan Clique Bellagio Remix)
Bruno Mars - Just The Way You Are (Steve Smart & Westfunk Club Mix)

BackSpin: Electro House Classics & Other Millennial Dance Club Hits! [2007 — 2008] Volume 5 [UPDATED]

This post was updated to include U + Ur Hand (Bimbo Jones Explicit Mix) by P!nk.as updated to include U + Ur Hand (Bimbo Jones Explicit Mix) by P!ink
Party Favorz is back with Volume 5 of our BackSpin series, spotlighting standout cuts from the golden age of Dance Club Songs. This edition focuses squarely on the biggest dance and club hits from 2007 to 2008—an era that bridged the raw energy of Electro House with the tail end of the millennium’s peak clubbing scene.
If you were anywhere near a dancefloor during this time, chances are you’ll recognize most—if not all—of the tracks included here. Each one dominated the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart and captured the diverse pulse of the scene. From euphoric anthems to deep, soulful grooves, this was a period where musical experimentation met mainstream success.
A Deep Cut That Still Resonates
One of the undeniable standouts in this set is The Cure & The Cause by Fish Go Deep featuring Tracey K. While the original release had multiple remixes, it was DJ Meme’s version that truly left its mark. Known for channeling the Salsoul era with real string sections and deep, disco-rooted energy, Meme’s remix paid tribute to the late ‘70s underground—offering something completely unique in a sea of Electro House and Big Room soundscapes. Its lush arrangement made it a refreshing outlier, a reminder of the artistry that once dominated dance floors way back in the day.
Extended Mixes That Kept Us Moving
Another thing that sets this era apart? The length of these tracks. Seriously—they were long. We’re talking 8 to 10-minute versions that DJs could ride for ages, keeping the energy high and the transitions smooth. The early Electro House movement embraced this approach, making sure partygoers stayed glued to the dancefloor for extended stretches.
While we aimed to preserve the integrity of the originals, we also made a few light edits for the sake of flow. For example, The Cure & The Cause originally clocked in at a full 10 minutes. A more accessible 6+ minute edit was released later, and that’s the version featured in this volume.
How Streaming Changed the Club Mix
As streaming platforms took off in the late 2000s, track lengths shrank. The push for more plays led to songs being chopped down to under three minutes—great for radio-style streaming, but awful for club DJs. This unfortunate trend carried over to remix culture. While we’ve bounced back a bit, with the average remix now hovering around five minutes, it’s still not quite where it used to be.
The reality is, shorter edits limit a DJ’s flexibility. When you’re forced to use effects or create unnatural transitions just to make a mix work, it can pull the listener out of the experience. Ideally, we’d find a sweet spot around seven minutes—long enough to build momentum, but short enough to stay focused on the music. Whether we’ll ever return to that balance remains to be seen.
What's Coming Next
We hope you’ve been enjoying these nostalgic trips back to clubland. Next up, we’ll be jumping into the 2009–2010 era in Volume 6, which should be dropping sometime in May. But before that, it’s almost time for our annual Spring Break Edition—you know, that over-the-top celebration of the hottest new Dance Club Songs leading into summer. Expect that one to drop in the next couple of weeks.
Until the next time...ENJOY!
I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated toward my medical expenses. I didn’t post about my situation expecting anything—just wanted to share what I was going through. That said, your generosity means the world to me and will go a long way in easing the burden of ongoing medical debt. I’m truly grateful for each and every one of you.
Album : BackSpin [2007 — 2008} Volume 5Genre : Electro House, Funky House, Progressive HouseYear : 2025Total Time : 3:08:05
Agnes - Release Me (Cahill Club Mix)
Ne-Yo - Closer (StoneBridge Club Remix)
Fragma - Toca's Miracle (in Petto 2008 Remix)
Robyn with Kleerup - With Every Heartbeat (Voodoo & Serano Remix)
Madonna & Justin Timberlake - 4 Minutes (Bob Sinclar Space Funk Remix)
Britney Spears - Circus (Villians Remix)
Erika Jayne - Roller Coaster (DJ Escape & Johnny Vicious Main Mix)
Pussycat Dolls - When I Grow Up (Ralphi Rosario Club Vox Mix)
Solange - I Decided (Freemasons Extended)
Lilly Allen - The Fear (StoneBridge Explicit Club Mix)
Natasha Bedingfield - Love Like This (Johnny Vicious Club Vox)
The Ting Tings - Shut Up And Let Me Go (Haji & Emanuel Remix)
Ultra Naté - Automatic 2008 (Riff & Rays Mix)
Cascada - Evacuate The Dancefloor (Cahill Remix)
Eric Prydz - Pjanoo (Club Mix)
Freemasons feat. Katherine Ellis - When You Touch Me (2008 Club Mix)
Tony Moran feat. Martha Wash - Keep Your Body Workin' (Bassmonkeys Club Mix)
Lady Sovereign - Love Me Or Hate Me (Friscia & Lamboy Dirty Club Mix)
The Ting Tings - Thats Not My Name (Soul Seekerz Club Mix)
Natasha Bedingfield - Pocketful Of Sunshine (StoneBridge Club Mix)
Fish Go Deep & Tracey K - The Cure & The Cause (DJ Meme Philly Suite Mix DSB Re-edit)
Jennifer Lopez - Hold It Don't Drop It (Moto Blanco Club Mix)
Beyoncé - Halo (Gomi & RasJek Club Mix)
Solange - Sandcastle Disco (Freemasons Extended Remix)
Rihanna - Don't Stop The Music (Jody Den Broeder Big Room Vocal Mix)
Rihanna - Disturbia (Jody Den Broeder Club Mix)
Sia - The Girl You Lost To Cocaine (StoneBridge Vocal Mix)
Pink - U + Ur Hand (Bimbo Jones Explicit Mix)
Britney Spears - Gimme More (Kaskade X Mix)

BackSpin: Electro House Classics & Other Millennial Dance Club Hits! [2007 — 2008] Volume 4 [UPDATED]

This post was updated to include In Your Arms (Bimbo Jones Extended Mix) by Plumb, and Just Dance (HCCR's Bambossa Main Mix) by Lady Gaga
Party Favorz is back with another round of our BackSpin series, this time moving into the transformative era of 2007 to 2008—an especially meaningful period as it marks the birth of this very podcast. These were the years that saw dance music shifting dramatically, with the big room circuit style starting to cool off just as Electro House began rising from the underground and taking over mainstream dance floors.
But the evolution wasn’t one-dimensional.
This era ushered in a diverse set of trends that helped shape the sound of modern dance. It was the rise of remix royalty like Freemasons, Moto Blanco, and Cahill. Each brought their own distinct flair to the genre. Freemasons blended traditional House with Electro influences, Moto Blanco leaned deep into shimmering Disco House, and Cahill straddled both worlds with a clean, pop-forward edge. Their remixes were everywhere—especially for big-name artists. Back then, the bigger the artist, the more labels were willing to shell out for high-profile remixers. That is, until budgets began shrinking and labels stopped cutting those massive checks.
Fast-forward 15 years, and platforms like SoundCloud changed the game again. Suddenly, bootleg remixes became marketing tools, not just club exclusives. DJs had to hustle to make a name for themselves—often remixing tracks for free in the hopes of being discovered or landing a record deal.
A Remix Renaissance
During this same stretch, a powerhouse of remixers emerged and defined the dancefloor. Bimbo Jones, Seamus Haji, Soul Seekerz, Wideboys, Dave Audé, Jody den Broeder, and a revitalized StoneBridge (whose roots go back to the ’90s) were dropping fire left and right.
Meanwhile, some of the biggest names from the big room era still held their ground. Chris Cox (post-Thunderpuss), Ralphi Rosario, Tony Moran, Johnny Vicious, and DJ Escape kept delivering heavy, floor-shaking anthems that balanced out the sleeker, more polished productions coming from the Electro and Disco House scenes. This blend of sounds made for one of the most diverse periods in dance music—something we haven’t quite seen repeated since.
A Pop Diva Takeover
The pop landscape at the time wasn’t sitting quietly either. Britney Spears was staging a massive comeback, Beyoncé and Rihanna were dominating charts globally, and Robyn was redefining what electro-pop could be. Their tracks became essential remix material and ruled dance floors from coast to coast. We've packed both volumes of this series with heavy doses of these queens because, frankly, they owned this era.
Now, if you’re looking for a broader reflection of each year's biggest dance anthems, don't miss our Top Dance Songs of the Year series. Those sets provide a deeper look into the biggest hits and underground standouts from each year.
A Personal Evolution
For me, this wasn’t just a turning point for music—it was a turning point for Party Favorz itself.
This was the moment we shifted from burning and distributing CDs in clubs and at festivals to launching the podcast. Suddenly, the reach was global, and the feedback was immediate. But beyond the growth in listenership, the music itself opened my ears—and my mind—to styles I hadn’t previously embraced. Until then, I had been locked into the big room circuit sound. But what was coming out during this time was just too good to ignore.
That realization led directly to the creation of the Funky House and Peak Hour series. There was simply too much top-tier music that didn’t fit the traditional mold, and it needed a platform. The podcast became the place to house it all. It allowed me to expand the universe of Party Favorz and bring listeners along for the ride.
This One's for the Party People!
If you lived through this period—or just want to experience the magic for the first time—these sets are dedicated to you. This was an electric, creative time when boundaries were pushed and styles blended in fresh, exciting ways.
Volume 5 drops tomorrow. You won’t want to miss it.
Until the next time...ENJOY!
Album : BackSpin [2007 — 2008} Volume 4Genre : Electro House, Funky House, Progressive HouseYear : 2025Total Time : 3:14:52
Hilary Duff - With Love (Richard Vission vs. Dave Audé Club Mix)
Britney Spears - Piece Of Me (Bimbo Jones Club Mix)
Kelly Rowland - Like This (DJ Escape & Tony Coluccio Club Mix)
Britney Spears - Womanizer (Lenny B Mixshow)
Robyn - Handle Me (Soul Seekerz Extended Remix )
Friscia & Lamboy - Deep Into Your Soul (Cube Guys Remix)
Kings Of Leon - Sex On Fire (Richard Sharkey & Peter Sar Remix)
Lady Gaga - Just Dance (HCCR's Bambossa Main Mix)
Bob Sinclar feat. Steve Edwards - Together (Eddie Thorneick Vocal Mix)
Kat Deluna feat. Elephant Man - Whine Up (Johnny Vicious Party Club Drama)
OneRepublic - Apologize (Lenny B. Club Mix)
Plumb - In My Arms (Bimbo Jones Extended Mix)
Beyoncé - Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It) (Dave Audé Club Mix)
Rihanna feat. Jay-Z - Umbrella (Seamus Haji & Paul Emanuel Club Remix)
Roisin Murphy - Overpowered (Seamus Haji Remix)
Morgan Page feat. Lissie - The Longest Road (Morgan Page Full Vox Mix)
Booty Luv - Boogie 2nite (Seamus Haji Big Love Remix)
Bob Sinclar & Cutee-B - Rock This Party (Everybody Dance Now) (London 909's Vocal Mix)
Cahill feat. Nikki Belle - Trippin On You (Wawa Vocal Mix)
Moby - I Love To Move In Here (Seamus Haji Remix)
Britney Spears - Break The Ice (Soul Seekerz Club Mix)
Justin Timberlake - Lovestoned I Think She Knows (Tiesto Remix)
Ida Corr - Let Me Think About It (Fedde Le Grand Club Mix)
Kaskade & Deadmau5 - Move For Me (Original Mix)
Quentin Harris feat. Margaret Grace - My Joy (Harry Choo Choo Romero Vocal Remix)
No Halo - Put Your Hands On (Warren Clarke Remix)
Samantha James - Rise (Eric Kupper Remix)
Shontelle - T-Shirt (Josh Harris Club Mix)
Ne-Yo - Because of You (Sunfreakz Club Mix)
Speakerbox - Time (Wideboys Club Mix)
Mark Picchiotti pres. Basstoy feat… Dana Devine - Turn It Up (Kenny Hayes Sunshine Funk Mix)
Todd Terry Allstars feat. Tara McDonald - Get Down (Warren Clarke Remix)

BackSpin: Electro House Classics & Other Millennial Dance Club Hits! [2005 — 2006] Volume 3

Party Favorz is back with Volume 3 of our BackSpin series, bringing you Electro House classics along with a mix of Millennial dance club hits from 2005-2006.
I hadn’t realized just how dominant the Rock Dance influence was during this time, but looking back, it was everywhere. Many tracks from that era didn’t make it into these two volumes, but one that certainly stands out (next to Kelly Clarkson’s “Since You’ve Been Gone” on Volume 2) is the Jacques Lu Cont Thin White Duke remix of “Mr. Brightside” by The Killers. This song was massive, and you practically couldn’t escape it.

This period also marked the rise of another French DJ besides David Guetta: Bob Sinclar. Though he’d been honing his craft since the late '80s, it wasn’t until this era that he seemingly exploded onto the scene with hits like “Love Generation,” “World, Hold On (Children of the Sun),” and “Rock This Party (Everybody Dance Now).” His meteoric popularity even led to him headlining one of Hugh Hefner’s parties at the Playboy Mansion. The event was later released as a two-volume set of House and Disco, aimed at the jet-set crowd.

David Guetta, of course, is also in the mix here with some of his early work, including Juliet’s “Avalon” and the huge “Love Don’t Let Me Go.” As promised, we replaced the rock version of Roger Sanchez’s “Turn On the Music” with the Axwell Electro House remix, which was the go-to version at the time.

Paul Oakenfold (another 90s mainstay) was enjoying renewed success during this era, hitting #1 with “Faster Kill Pussycat,” featuring the incredible vocals of Brittany Murphy (may she rest in peace). For those wondering where this year’s earlier hit “Perfect (Exceeder)” originated — it’s straight from this time period, and we’ve included the Martijn Ten Velden remix, which stays true to the original but is more DJ-friendly.

We also have to give major props to Peter Rauhofer (may he rest in peace) for his prolific output during this time. His remixes, which blended Progressive and Electro House, had wide appeal across dance floors. We’ve highlighted his stellar work on “Beautiful” by Christina Aguilera, “Killer” by Seal, and “Maneater” by Nelly Furtado — all of which hit #1 on the Dance Club charts. While we wanted to include his remix of the Vanity 6/Prince-penned “Nasty Girl” by Inaya Day, we decided it was a bit too much from one producer.

Two DJ duos that went on to achieve massive success are Moto Blanco, represented here with Mary J. Blige’s “Be Without You” (originally credited as Bobby Blanco), and Freemasons, who shine on Beyoncé’s “Deja Vu” and Faith Evans’ sassy “Mesmerized” — a personal favorite.

We couldn’t overlook Cascada’s “Everytime We Touch.” Though technically a Hard Dance track, it was a global phenomenon. Cascada (comprised of Natalie Horler, DJ Manian, and DJ Yanou) broke through with this song, which sat slightly outside the prevailing dance trends of the time but wasn’t entirely unprecedented. Earlier in the millennium, DJ Yanou scored a massive hit with a remake of Bryan Adams' “Heaven,” and DHT had similar success with their cover of Roxette’s “Listen To Your Heart.” Despite the 142 BPM of “Everytime We Touch,” we managed to tie it all together with Madonna’s “Sorry” from her Confessions album, closing out the set on a high note.

Our goal is to wrap up the remaining years of the early millennium (2007-2009) by November, so we can give Millennials the dance floor representation they deserve. I realize not everything from this period was Electro House, and if you want to explore the broader landscape of early millennium dance music, check out our Millennial Dance Classics section — it has something for everyone. For those only seeking the big club hits, we also have a collection of the Top Dance Songs of the Year from 2000 to 2009. We’ve compiled everything into one place, but you’ll still need to dig a bit to find your favorite jams.
That’s all for this weekend. Next week, we’ll be back with the long-overdue Fall Edition for the circuit boys. Until next time… ENJOY!
Album : BackSpin [2005 — 2006] Volume 3Genre : Electro House, Funky House, Progressive HouseYear : 2024Total Time : 3:10:32
Roger Sanchez feat. GTO - Turn On The Music (Axwell Remix)
Beatfreakz - Somebody's Watching Me (Hi_Tack Remix)
Bob Sinclar feat. Steve Edwards - World Hold On (Children Of The Sun) (Club Mix)
Soul Central feat. Kathy Brown - Strings Of Life (Stronger On My Own) (Martijn Ten Velden & Mark Knight Toolroom Mix)
Freemasons feat. Amanda Wilson - Love On My Mind (Full Intention Club)
Goldfrapp - Number 1 (Alan Brake And Fred Falke Main Remix)
Juliet - Avalon (Fuck Me I'm Famous Remix)
The Killers - Mr. Brightside (Jacques Lu Cont's Thin White Duke Mix)
BodyRockers - I Like The Way (Full Length Version)
Oakenfold feat. Brittany Murphy - Faster Kill Pussycat (Club Mix)
Mason vs. Princess Superstar - Perfect (Exceeder) (Martijn Ten Velden Extended Vocal Remix)
Bob Sinclar & Cutee-B - Rock This Party (Everybody Dance Now) (London 909's Vocal Mix)
The Pussycat Dolls - Don't Cha (Ralphi's Hot Freak 12'' Vox Mix)
Nelly Furtado - Maneater (Peter Rauhofer Reconstruction Mix)
Seal - Killer (Peter Rauhofer Remix) (Part 1)
Natasha Bedingfield - Unwritten (Johnny Vicious Club Mix)
Christina Aguilera - Beautiful (Peter Rauhofer Mixshow)
David Guetta vs. The Egg - Love Don't Let Me Go (Joachim Garraud & David Guetta's Fuck Me I'm Famous Mix)
Booty Luv - Boogie 2nite (Seamus Haji Big Love Remix)
Faith Evans - Mesmerized (Freemasons Full Vocal Mix)
Joey Negro - Make A Move On Me (Vocal Club Mix)
Beyoncé feat. Jay-Z - Deja Vu (Freemasons Club Mix No Rap)
Mary J. Blige - Be Without You (Moto Blanco Vocal Mix)
The Shapeshifters - Lola's Theme (Extended Vocal Mix)
Bob Sinclair feat. Gary Pine - Love Generation (Full Intention Club Mix)
Gnarls Barkley - Crazy (Richard Vission Remix)
Eurythmics - Sweet Dreams (Steve Angello Mix)
Gwen Stefani - What You Waiting For (Jacques Lu Cont Thin White Duke Mix)
Madonna - Sorry (PSB Maxi-Mix)
Cascada - Everytime We Touch (Club Mix)

BackSpin: Electro House Classics & Other Millennial Dance Club Hits! [2000 — 2004] Volume 1

Have you been scrolling through TikTok lately, searching for the next big thing in club music? You might be encountering a surge of tracks labeled "Afro House." But hold on a minute – isn't that what Progressive House used to be called?
This trend of rebranding classic genres isn't new. Remember when Deep House morphed into commercial House, then Future House? Great music deserves recognition on its own merits, not through constant relabeling.
Speaking of great music, the recent TikTok wave has unearthed some fantastic reworked Progressive House classics. Think genre pioneers like John Creamer & Stephane K, Deep Dish, Scumfrog, and artists who masterfully used heavy percussion – Chus & Ceballos, Oscar G & Ralph Falcon, Friburn & Urik, Peter Rauhofer, and many more. Tracks like Rui Da Silva's timeless "Touch Me" are getting a fresh spin for modern dance floors, and the results are phenomenal!
 Back to the Future: Revisiting Millennial Dance Music
The cyclical nature of dance music trends is undeniable. Right now, the spotlight's on late-90s and early 2000s classics, with artists sampling or revamping entire tracks. It's a trend we wholeheartedly support, and you can expect to hear these gems showcased in future Club Fusion and Peak Hour sets.
This trend sparked a trip down memory lane for us here at Party Favorz. Remember our BackSpin series from way back in our early years? Last year, we aimed to revisit the glory days of 2000s dance music, following up on our popular Ultimate 90s House Classics series.
We started with a Millennial Dance Classics series, but the sheer diversity of the decade made it tough to curate a cohesive set. After all, massive hits often land in our Top Dance Songs of the Year anyway.
So, we decided to resurrect the BackSpin series! This allows us to delve deeper into specific genres that defined the 2000s dance music scene. Each BackSpin release will focus on a distinct genre, with a sprinkle of Trance and Electronica thrown in for good measure. These sets will typically span a five-year period, featuring a mix of crowd-pleasing favorites and some hidden gems ripe for rediscovery – think "It's Love (Trippin')" by Goldtrix and Andrea Brown or "Addicted To Bass" by Puretone featured in volume 1.
For those seeking classic remixes by the likes of Thunderpuss, Hex Hector, and Victor Calderone, fear not! We've already covered those in our Classic Circuit Anthems series from 2014.
The BackSpin Reboot: A Journey Through Millennial Dance Music Genres
The rebooted BackSpin series will explore the vast and vibrant landscape of Millennial dance music, beyond the big remixes. We plan to drop at least one set every month, taking you on a nostalgic trip or introducing you to forgotten gems. Most importantly, these tracks will prove that they can still rock any dance floor today.
So, sit back, relax, and get ready to reminisce or discover for the first time the electrifying world of early 2000s Progressive House! Until next time...ENJOY!
Album : Back Spin [2000 — 2004] Volume 1Genre : Progressive House, Trance, ElectronicaYear : 2024Total Time : 3:16:01
Telepopmusik - Breathe (Extended Mix)
Goldtrix feat. Andrea Brown - It's Love (Trippin') (Trippin' Mixshow Edit)
Sonique - It Feels So Good (Breakbeat Mix)
Daniel Bedingfield - Gotta Get Thru This (Passengerz Violation Vox Club Mix)
Seal - Get It Together (Bill Hamel Vocal Mix)
Chicane feat. Máire Brennan - Saltwater (Tomski vs. Disco Citizens Remix)
Ben Shaw feat. Adele Holness - So Strong (Original Mix)
X-Press 2 feat. David Byrne - Lazy (Norman Cook Remix)
Who Da Funk feat. Jessica Eve - Shiny Disco Balls (Original Mix)
Deep Dish - Say Hello (Chus & Ceballos Remix)
Dirty Vegas - Days Go By (Full Vocal Mix)
Narcotic Thrust feat. Yvonne John Lewis - Safe From Harm (K-Klass Off Limits Mix - Edit)
Dido - White Flag (Scumfrog Extended Mix)
Sono - Keep Control (Terry Lee Brown Jr's Vocal Mix)
Delerium feat. Sarah McLachlan - Silence (DJ Tiësto's In Search Of Sunrise Remix)
The Roc Project feat. Tina Arena - Never (Past Tense) (DJ Tiësto Remix)
Puretone - Addicted To Bass (Differentgear Mix)
ONO - Walking On Thin Ice (Danny Tenaglia Walked Across The Lake Mix)
Rui Da Silva feat. Cassandra Fox - Touch Me (Double 99 Remix)
Moony - Dove (I'll Be Loving You) (Stephane K. & John Creamer Mix)
Celeda - The Underground (Peter Rauhofer Original Mix)
Layo & Bushwacka! - Love Story (Tim Deluxe Remix)
Kosheen - All In My Head (Planet Funk Mix)
Robbie Rivera - Which Way You're Going (Wally Lopez Remix)
Suzanne Palmer- Hide U (Peter Rauhofer Original Club Mix)
Cassius - The Sound Of Violence (Narcotic Thrust 2 Minute Warning Vocal Mix)
Signum feat. Scott Mac - Coming On Strong (Original Mix)
iiO - Rapture (Creamer & Stephane K Mix)
ATB - 9PM (Till I Come) (Club Mix)
Fragma - Toca's Miracle (Extended Mix)