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90s Eurodance Hits: The Ultimate Collection Volume 4

Party Favorz presents the much-anticipated conclusion to the Ultimate Eurodance Collection with volume 4, delivering a high-octane mix of 90s Eurodance and Techno that left an indelible mark on the dance music scene. These tracks defined an era of pulsating beats, infectious melodies, and non-stop energy that dominated clubs and airwaves.
Ann Lee's "2 Times" immediately grabs attention with its catchy hooks and became a global hit. Despite its slower tempo of 130 BPM, it remains an enduring favorite on Eurodance charts, showcasing the genre's ability to captivate audiences with its irresistible sound.
La Bouche, a German Eurodance group, achieved remarkable success with their powerful vocalist Melanie Thornton. Their chart-topping hits "Be My Lover" and "Sweet Dreams" showcased the perfect blend of captivating vocals, infectious beats, and catchy melodies, making them an unstoppable force in the Eurodance scene. In fact, "Be My Lover" just got a David Guetta EDM makeover and is featured on our latest Catch-Up 2023 series.
Pure Sugar's "Delicious" stands out as a funky house tune that sampled A Taste of Honey's disco classic "Boogie Oogie Oogie." While not strictly Eurodance, it exemplifies the genre's versatility and ability to incorporate diverse influences, creating memorable dancefloor moments.
The album also features iconic novelty tracks like "Cotton Eye Joe" and "Male Stripper," which became instant favorites, igniting dancefloors with their energetic and infectious rhythms. The latter was recently the basis for the massive "Dished (Male Stripper)" by Purple Disco Machine. "Boom Boom (Let's Go Back To My Room)" by Paul Lekakis and the Techno hit "Jump" by the Movement further exemplify the genre's fun and playful nature, captivating listeners with their catchy hooks and energetic beats.
The reworked versions of popular songs like "Listen To Your Heart" by DHT and "What's Up" by DJ Miko showcased Eurodance's talent for transforming well-known tunes into high-energy dance anthems, adding a fresh twist and reinvigorating the originals with their own unique flair.
Real McCoy's "Another Night" served as the basis for September's massive early millennium hit "Cry For You." The sampling and riff from "Another Night" became an undeniable and influential element in shaping the future of dance music, highlighting the creative ingenuity of Eurodance artists.
Closing out the set is Ace of Base's "Beautiful Life," a testament to the group's seamless transition into Eurodance after their global triumph with hits like "All That She Wants" and "The Sign." "Beautiful Life" captured the essence of Eurodance with its infectious rhythms, uplifting lyrics, and captivating melodies, cementing its status as an enduring favorite.
Experience the electrifying impact of these standout tracks as the Ultimate Eurodance Collection vol. 4 transports you back to the golden era of 90s Eurodance and Techno. Get ready to dance, reminisce, and relive the exhilaration of a genre that shaped dance music history. Embrace the energy, embrace the nostalgia, and let the music take you on an unforgettable journey.
Until the next time...ENJOY!
Donate and keep the party going!
Album : The Ultimate Eurodance Collection vol. 4
Genre : Euro-dance, Hi-NRG, Techno
Year : 2020
Total Time : 01:41:18
1. Ann Lee - 2 Times (Original Extended Mix)
2. Pure Sugar - Delicious (X-Mix)
3. Rednex - Cotton Eye Joe (Extended Original Version)
4. Man 2 Man - Male Stripper (Bump & Grind Mix)
5. Paul Lekakis - Boom Boom (Let's Go Back To My Room)
6. Le Click - Tonight Is The Night (Dance Mix)
7. September - Cry For You (Extended Mix)
8. Le Click - Call Me (Dance Mix)
9. DJ Miko - What's Up (Extended)
10. The Movement - Jump (Everybody Mix)
11. Culture Beat - Mr. Vain (Vain Mix)
12. La Bouche - Sweet Dreams (Club Mix)
13. La Bouche - Be My Lover (Club Mix)
14. Cascada - What Hurts The Most (Extended Mix)
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90s Eurodance Hits: The Ultimate Collection Volume 3

Party Favorz presents the third volume of the Ultimate Eurodance Collection, highlighting the most influential 90s Eurodance and Techno tracks that ruled the dancefloors.
Starting off with the quintessential Eurodance hit, "Barbie Girl" by Aqua, this compilation will take you back to the time when catchy lyrics and infectious beats were all the rage. Regardless of personal opinions about its merits, there's no denying the impact this track had on the Eurodance scene. Similarly, tracks from Vengaboys, like "We Like To Party" and "Boom Boom Boom," encapsulated the era's sound with their distinct Ibiza beat and memorable hooks, earning their place on both dance and pop charts globally.
This collection also includes Alice Deejay's "Better Off Alone," a track that perfectly captured the spirit of late 90s heartache against a backdrop of pulsating beats. With its undeniable Eurodance and Techno influences, this track became a comforting anthem for many during times of emotional turmoil.
Moving slightly into the realm of Trance, we have the early millennium hit "Toca's Miracle" by Fragma, and N-Trance's genre-bending "Set You Free," blending Drum & Bass, Freestyle, and Trance. Duke's "So In Love," a significant house music staple with Eurodance elements, is also a noteworthy inclusion in this volume.
Tracks like Rozalla's "Everybody's Free (To Feel Good)" and Billie Ray Martin's "Your Loving Arms" offer a seamless blend of House and Eurodance, demonstrating the genre's versatility. Abigail's remakes of "Losing My Religion" and "Constant Craving" further illustrate this fusion, combining familiar tunes with a Eurodance and Trance twist for an enticing dancefloor experience.
No Eurodance compilation would be complete without Nicki French's dancefloor-filling rendition of Bonnie Tyler's classic "Total Eclipse of the Heart," an exceptional blend of Hi-NRG and Eurodance. Likewise, Livin' Joy's hits "Dreamer" and "Don't Stop Movin'," provide a winning fusion of House and Eurodance.
With the third volume of the Ultimate Eurodance Collection, dive into the nostalgic memories of the 90s Eurodance and Techno era, filled with classic tunes that transcended genre boundaries. Stay tuned for the final installment of this journey, and as always... ENJOY!
Donate and keep the party going!
Album : The Ultimate Eurodance Collection vol. 3
Genre : Euro-dance, Hi-NRG, Techno
Year : 2020
Total Time : 01:52:30
1. Crush - Jellyhead (Motiv 8's Pumphouse Remix)
2. Gina G. Ooh Aah ... Just A Little Bit (Motiv8 Extended Vocal Mix)
3. Aqua - Barbie Girl (Extended Version)
4. Whigfield - Saturday Night (Nite Mix)
5. Vengaboys - We Like To Party (The Vengabus) (More Airplay)
6. N-Trance - Set You Free (Original Mix)
7. 2 Unlimited - No Limit (Extended)
8. Scatman John - Scatman (Ski-ba-bop-ba-dop-bop) (Third Level)
9. Abigail - Constant Craving (Original Mix)
10. Duke - So In Love With You (Full Intention Mix)
11. No Mercy - Where Do You Go (La Bouche Mix)
12. Alice Deejay - Better Off Alone (Vocal Club Mix)
13. Vengaboys - Boom, Boom, Boom, Boom! (Extended Mix)
14. Fragma - Toca's Miracle (Extended Mix)
15. Nicki French - Total Eclipse Of The Heart (Almighty Mix)
16. Rozalla - Everybody's Free (To Feel Good) (Extended 12'' Mix)
17. Livin' Joy - Don't Stop Movin' (Original Version)
18. Billie Ray Martin - Your Loving Arms (Junior Vasquez Peak Hour Twirler Mix)
19. Abigail - Losing My Religion (Extended Mix)
20. Erasure - Always (Microbots Trance Dance Mix)

90s Eurodance Hits: The Ultimate Collection Volume 2

Explore the era of the 90s Eurodance and Techno scene with Party Favorz's Ultimate Eurodance Collection Volume 2. This non-stop mix captures the infectious energy that defined the time, kicking off with Technotronic's "Pump Up The Jam" - a classic that invigorated party scenes across the globe.
The 90s Eurodance sound overlaps with House and Techno in several tracks, expanding the sonic palette of the mix. For instance, the exhilarating "Evacuate the Dancefloor" by Cascada, presented here in the popular Cahill remix, seamlessly blends Eurodance energy, encapsulating the early millennium dancefloor vibes.
Relive the thrill of the Odyssey's classic, "Use It Up & Wear It Out," transformed into a Eurodance gem by Pat & Mick. This rendition showcases Eurodance's talent for transcending genres and time, bringing the disco classic into a new era. Other highlights from the era include the intoxicating "It's My Life" by Dr Alban and the lively "People Are Still Having Sex" by LaTour.
Discover the cross-genre appeal of Eurodance with tracks like "Blue (Da Ba Dee)" by Eiffel 65 and "Another Night" by The Real McCoy, blending Eurodance, Techno, and House influences. These classic tunes reflect the 90s strategy to appeal to the broadest audience possible, with many tracks fusing different genres to reach various subsets of party-goers.
As you navigate through the Ultimate Eurodance Collection Volume 2, prepare to be transported back to the vibrant nightlife of the 90s, with the pulsating beats of Eurodance and the immersive depth of Techno. Soak in the nostalgia, and as always... ENJOY!
Donate and keep the party going!
Album : The Ultimate Eurodance Collection vol. 2
Genre : Euro-dance, Hi-NRG, Techno
Year : 2020
Total Time : 02:05:22
1. Technotronic feat. Felly - Pump Up The Jam (Vocal Attack)
2. The Original - I Luv U Baby (Dancing Divas Remix)
3. The Blackout Allstars - I Like It (Like That) (D'Ambrosio Club Mix)
4. Livin' Joy - Dreamer (Original Club Mix)
5. Pat & Mick - Use It Up & Wear It Out '91 (Hot Tracks Mix)
6. Dr Alban - It's My Life (Extended Original)
7. LaTour - People Are Still Having Sex (LP Mix)
8. The Shamen - L.S.I. (Love Sex Intelligence) (Beatmasters 12'' Mix)
9. Felix - Don't You Want Me (Hooj Mix)
10. Gala - Freed From Desire (Full Vocals Mixx)
11. Eiffel 65 - Blue (Da Ba Dee) (DJ Ponte Ice Pop Mix)
12. The Real McCoy - Another Night (Club Mix)
13. Captain Hollywood Project - More And More (Underground Mix)
14. Amber - This Is Your Night (Original 12' Mix)
15. Cascada - Evacuate The Dancefloor (Cahill Remix)
16. Jocelyn Enriquez - Do You Miss Me (Select Mix Remix)
17. Planet Soul - Set U Free (Fever Mix)
18. Sneaker Pimps - Spin Spin Sugar (Armand's Dark Garage Mix)
19. 2 Unlimited - Get Ready For This (Wilde Mix)
20. The Goodmen - Give It Up (Hot Tracks Mix)
21. 2 Brothers On The 4th Floor - Never Alone (Extended Euro Mix)
22. Corona - The Rhythm of the Night (Club Mix)
23. Technotronic feat. Ya Kid K - Get Up (Power House Mix)
24. Bloodhound Gang - The Bad Touch (Eiffel 65 Mix)

90s Eurodance Hits: The Ultimate Collection Volume 1

Delve into the heart of the 90s Eurodance era with Party Favorz's Ultimate Eurodance Collection Volume 1. From its roots in hip hop, techno, and house music, Eurodance emerged as a vibrant genre in the 90s, characterized by melodic vocals and up-tempo beats.
Uncover the era's iconic tracks, like "The Power" by Snap!, an exemplary fusion of Eurodance elements, and "Coco Jamboo" by Mr. President, a staple of the Eurodance scene. Recall the transformative impact of "Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)" by C+C Music Factory and "Ride On Time" by Black Box, both exemplifying the cross-over appeal of Eurodance with house music and techno.
The collection also includes stellar Hi-NRG and Techno tunes like "Love To Hate You" by Erasure and "Dirty Cash (Money Talks)" by Adventures of Stevie V. Not to forget, "I Like To Move It" by Reel 2 Real and "What Is Love" by Haddaway, capturing the fast-paced, infectious energy of 90s Eurodance.
Revel in the remix of Bonnie Tyler's classic "Total Eclipse of the Heart" by Nicki French, a reminder of Eurodance's legacy of breathing new life into pop ballads originally a #1 power ballad by Bonnie Tyler in the 80s. This mix also brings you closer to the early millennium’s filtered House Music trend with tracks like "Around The World" by Daft Punk and "Music Sounds Better With You" by Stardust. Harder edge techno tracks like the underground favorite "Fingerfoc" by Friends of Carlotta stands out as a club favorite despite its NSW raunchy lyrics.
Whether you're a seasoned club-goer or a newcomer to the scene, Party Favorz's Ultimate Eurodance Collection offers a rich taste of the pulsating beats and melodic vocals that made the 90s Eurodance and the Techno scene unforgettable. Explore, enjoy, and dance the night away.
Donate and keep the party going!
Album : The Ultimate Eurodance Collection vol. 1
Genre : Euro-dance, Hi-NRG, Techno
Year : 2020
Total Time : 02:20:01
1. Enigma - Sadness Part 1 (Hot Tracks Mix)
2. Mr. President - Coco Jamboo (Ultimix part 1)
3. Snap! - The Power (Potential Mix)
4. The KLF feat. Tammy Wynette - Justified And Ancient (Stand By the JAMs) (Extended Version)
5. C+C Music Factory - Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now) (The Slammin' Vocal Club Mix)
6. The KLF - 3 a.m. Eternal (Live at the SSL) (Extended Mix)
7. Black Box - Ride On Time (Massive Mix)
8. Black Box - Strike It Up (Original Remix)
9. Chyp-notic - Nothing Compares To You (The Ultimate Dance Version)
10. LaTour - Blue (Original Extended Mix)
11. Amber - One More Night (Berman Brothers Remix)
12. The Shamen - Move Any Mountain (I.R.P. In the Land Of Oz)
13. Adventures Of Stevie V - Dirty Cash (Money Talks) (Sold Out Mix)
14. KWS - Please Don't Go (Power House Mix)
15. Erasure - Love To Hate You (Hot Tracks Mix)
16. The 49ers - Don't You Love Me (90's Mix)
17. Right Said Fred - I'm Too Sexy (Extend Mix)
18. The 49'ers - Touch Me (12" Extended Mix)
19. 2 In A Room - Wiggle It (The Club Mix)
20. Reel 2 Real - I Like To Move It (Erick More Club Mix)
21. Haddaway - What Is Love (12" Mix)
22. Daft Punk - Around The World (Extended)
23. Stardust - Music Sounds Better With You (12" Club Mix)
24. Snap! - Rythm Is A Dancer (12" Mix)
25. Friends Of Carlotta - Fingerfoc (Original Mix)

Disco Chic | Cosmopolitan Disco House

Party Favorz is diving into more uptown disco house set with Disco Chic. It's hard to put my thumb on it but the music this go around is generally more cosmopolitan disco house and less raw than previous ambitious sets.
Disco Chic is designed to get your groove on while sipping on a Manhattan or Martini. Consider the jet set of for elitist snobs. Okay, don't do that because we're all discophiles around here and enjoy our disco house in a variety of formats.
Until the next time...ENJOY!
Album: Disco Chic
Genre: House Music, Funky House, Jackin House, NuDisco
Year: 2020
Total Time: 02:27:09
1. Milk Bar & Santarini feat. Antonio Contino - Manhattan (Extended Mix)
2. Peter Brown - Troubles (Richard Earnshaw Extended Revision)
3. Julien Jabre - Swimming Places (Original Mix)
4. Jay Vegas - U Know (2019 Reboot)
5. Elton John & Taron Egerton - (I'm Gonna) Love Me Again (Purple Disco Machine Extended Remix)
6. Moreno Pezzolato - Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)
7. Diana Ross - Love Hangover (Eric Kupper Remix)
8. TheDjLawyer - On The Beat (Disco Mix)
9. Colour Castle, Birdee, Buried King & Brazen - Wasted Funk (Original Mix)
10. Bobby D Ambrosio feat. Lasala - Runaway Love (Michael Gray Extended Remix)
11. TRAIG feat. KIVA - I Ain't Got Time For That (Headrocka Extended Mix)
12. Andrea Laddo - Scandalous (Original Mix)
13. DJ Mark Brickman - Again & Again (Original Mix)
14. Jennifer Lopez - Baila Conmigo (The Studio 54 Remix)
15. Jens DeVen - Just Say It (Yence505 NuDisco)
16. Get To Know - I Just Love (Phil Fuldner Extended Mix)
17. Block & Crown feat. Martina Budde - All Around The World (Original Mix)
18. Adri Block - Tha Music (Jackin Clubdubb)
19. Candi Staton - Young Hearts Run Free (Ian Ossias Downtown Disco Edit)
20. YolaDisko - You Can't Play Around (Club Mix)
21. TheDjLawyer - Missin' One Angel (Disco Mix)
22. Seamus Haji X Those Guys - I Walk Alone (For Your Love) (Original Extended Mix)
23. Purple Disco Machine - In My Arms (Extended)
24. Jackers Revenge & Lissat - Voulez Vous (Original Mix)
25. Selace & ATFC feat. Lisa Millett - Hooked On Bad Habits (Mousse T.s Extended Edit)
26. Soul Avengerz & Odyssey Inc. - Just Can't Live Without You (Original Mix)
27. SAMO - Brought It On (Original Mix)
28. Angelo Ferreri - Dance With Me (C'mon) (Original Mix)

Keep Control | After Hours Party Mix

Party Favorz has a surprise mid-week drop for all you Tech House and alternative dance music fans. Keep Control is a continuous mix of all the hottest tracks currently spinning at the coolest clubs around the globe.
It's namesake derives from the Sono classic originally released in 2000. That song went straight to #1 across the globe and delivered a bevy of remixes that propped it up at the time. Here, Artbat takes the original and gives it a Techno makeover with a progressive bent that hearkens back to the early millennium complete with an elongated drop. As soon as I came across the release in my DJ service — I knew it was a smash. In fact, it's been sitting atop Beatport's top 10 for weeks now.
Even though the Underground series is probably the least popular of what I put out — I enjoy creating these sets because the songs allow me to stretch my skills by mashing up and slicing and dicing my way through the mix keeping it tight while giving the songs an entirely new feel. Better yet, it allows me to show off even if you have no idea what I did.
When I started the Deep Edition in 2007, it was to pick up on a bunch of tracks that weren't considered "commercial" at the time that I thought was great. It really didn't find its grounding until around the Spring of 2008 but solidified its direction by the summer of that year. I realize these sets are not for everyone but a select few of you who are hard core about their music and this is as much for you as they are for me. So indulge me until...
I've also got the next Disco House (formerly Funky House) in the can and will be dropping that on Saturday to keep everyone happy. I can assure you that you won't be disappointed. After that, I'm working on updating some past Dance Classics series by putting everything into one ultimate collection much like the Trash Disco and 80's Dance I just completed. If you're a fan of 90's Eurodance — this will be your wet dream come true.
Until the next time...ENJOY!
Album: Keep Control
Genre: Tech House, Techno, Bass House, Electro House, Progressive House
Year: 2020
Total Time: 01:36:13
1. Griz - Could U (Original Mix)
2. Mirco Martini & Alessio Mosti - Studio 54 (Original Mix)
3. Nari & Crazibiza - Push Up (Original Mix)
4. House Of Pain vs. Toby Green - Jump Around vs. In To Deep (Sedliv Mashup)
5. Funkagenda & Mark Knight - Good Times (Petkis 2020 Bootleg)
6. Vintage Culture & Fancy Inc - In The Dark (Wh0 Extended Remix)
7. Leftwing Kody & Camden Cox - Without You (Extended Mix)
8. Josh Wink & Lil' Louis - How's Your Evening So Far (Chris Lake Remix)
9. Blue Boy - Remember Me (Franky Rizardo Remix)
10. Torren Foot - More Life (Original Mix)
11. Eminem feat. Nate Dogg - Shake That (YZY Remix)
12. Ellie Sax - Move Your Feet (Extended Mix)
13. Andruss & Dmitri Saidi - Everybody Dance Now (Original Mix)
14. Yolanda Be Cool & Dillon Nathaniel - Tell Me Why (Extended Mix)
15. Danny Howard - Beat Control (Original Mix)
16. Moreno Pezzolato feat. Octahvia - Take Me Up (Original Mix)
17. Avaxx - Ambush (Original Club Mix)
18. Sono - Keep Control (Artbat Remix)
19. Diplo & SIDEPIECE vs. Dombresky - On My Mind vs. Soul Sacrifice (WeDamnz Mashup)
20. Wrigley - Body Move (Original Mix)
21. Block & Crown - Push The Groove (Club Mix)
22. Billie Eilish - When The Party's Over (Tony Arzadon Remix)
23. Camisra - Let Me Show You (Felix Leiter Re-Boot)
24. Duke Dumont - Therapy (Franky Wah Extended Mix)

Future Nostalgia | Top Dance Club Songs Winter 2020

Party Favorz is FINALLY dropping our first non-Stop top Dance Club mix of 2020. I generally find that releasing anything too early is generally regurgitated versions of top dance music that was already building momentum going into the new year with a few new entries. By waiting a bit longer, the overall releases begin to slowly drip out giving Future Nostalgia something new and fresh overall.
I was surprised at the dark tone of many of these songs heading into 2020. It's not bad per say — but I'd prefer a brighter and happier tone. Perhaps it's the mood of the country in these dark times in this divisive election year. All I know is that folks could really benefit from some uplifting house music.  Hopefully, they'll start rolling out before the Winter Music Conference in Miami. Then again, their award nominations are absolute bullshit where they pay homage to many unknown talent or has beens over and over each year. It's nauseating.
THIS IS WHERE IT'S AT
Overall, Future Nostalgia features a diverse offering of great music but there are two tracks that I've been all over since their release (okay three).
The first is "Good Time Girl" by Sofi Tukker featuring Charlie Baker. One of my go-to shows at the moment is HBO's "The New Pope." They've always intertwined current tracks into this satirical take on the papacy and this year's opener is the latest groove by the college besties. The opening credits feature a bunch of nuns dressed in see-through nightgowns grinding and undulating before a glowing cross. Each opening scene is different but features the same pulsating and hypnotic song. I literally never get tired of it. While their low-budget video has garnered over 4 million views on YouTube, Ultra Music has not serviced this track to DJs nor released any accompanying remixes, which I find odd. This is a hit through and through and should be force-fed to radio and clubs globally. Yeah, it's that good.
The other two tracks are Madonna's "I Don't Search I Find," which currently tops Billboard's Dance Club charts. There's a plethora of remixes that were commissioned for this song but it's the late entry from Kue that's got me wound up. He takes the track and underscores it with a sleazy disco grind that gives the song more urgency. In fact, I think this should have been the original conception for the song. The closest comparison would be Giorgio Moroder's production of Donna Summer's "Love To Love You Baby" without the 1,000 orgasms.  Purple Disco Machine takes a similar approach with his rework of the Mark Ronson and Yebba collaboration "Don't Leave Me Lonely,"  which hits all the right notes.
DUA LIPA
Dua Lipa is one of my favorite artists at the moment. She can actually sing, works with the best writers and frankly is virtually being ignored at radio in North America. Her work exemplifies a woman who takes chances and has her pulse on what's the "next big thing." As the label is testing the waters for her follow up singles in different markets with "Future Nostalgia" and "Physical" (no not the Olivia Newton-John monster that topped the charts back in the early 80's), I've included versions of both but keep your ears open because there are stellar remixes out there other than the one's included here.
Overall, I'm happy that I waited to release this set but you can definitely expect the massive Spring Break set to drop by the end of March with all new material.
Next on tap (which is already in the can) is the next Disco House (formerly Funky House) set. This takes a decidedly cosmopolitan turn and all you disco freaks (like your humble host) will be pleasantly pleased. Expect that to drop by the end of next week. That will be followed by the next Underground House set the following week for which I've already compiled the tracks. This is going to be one hell of a party set so make sure to keep an eye on our feed.
We're finally getting a break from all the rain (and some snow) we've had all week long with ...

Winter Edition 2020 | Heat Up With the Biggest Circuit Beats of the Winter!

SURPRISE! Party Favorz is back with the annual Winter Edition 2020 and boy, is this one a monster! This non-stop circuit tribal house mix is jam-packed with all the latest tribal house beats by the likes of Dua Lipa, Gloria Gaynor, Billie Eilish, Jennifer Lopez, Madonna, Cher, Demi Lovato, Pet Shop Boys, and the return of the Pussycat Dolls. Folks, it just doesn't get any better than this.
Clocking in at just over 3 hours, you have enough energy to fuel your workouts for a month. Of course, by then, the Spring Edition 2020 will be out with a new fresh circuit tribal house.
It seems lately, I fret that there are not enough circuit tracks to fill a set and I end up dropping some coin at Beatport to flesh it out. Like the Holiday Edition 2019, which served some outstanding tracks most of you had never heard before. This time, most of them were just okay and I only used maybe two and discarded the rest because there was so much already out — it felt unnecessary to include them.
I will be hard at work on the first Dance Club set of the year as I've been itching to drop the latest from Sofi Tukker . The follow-up single is on here but the first release is blazing hot! Expect that set to drop by the end of this next week.
I can't begin to describe how good it feels to finally regain my groove. I'll be back sooner than you can finish listening to this new set. Until then...ENJOY!
Album: Winter Edition 2020
Genre: Circuit, Tribal, House
Year: 2020
Total Time: 03:22:38
1. Alan x Walkers - Unity (Yan Bruno Anthem Mix)
2. The Pussycat Dolls - React (Rob Moore Remix Part 1)
3. Britney Spears - Work Bitch (Division 4 Chemical Daze Remix)
4. Dua Lipa - Future Nostalgia (DJ FUri DRUMS House Extended Club Remix)
5. Gloria Gaynor - Day And Night (Enrico Meloni Remix)
6. Dirty Disco vs. Dusty Springfield - I Close My Eyes And Count To Ten (Dirty Disco Mainroom Remix)
7. Eda Green - Hate Me Too Final (Hector Fonseca & Zambianco Club Remix)
8. Connor Bvrns & Bonn - Anthem (Mike Cruz Club Remix)
9. Avery Raquel - Pieces (Dirty Disco Mainroom Remix)
10. Brett Oosterhaus & Debby Holiday - Living For The Music (Danny Morris Remix)
11. Billie Eilish - Everything I Wanted (Dirty Disco Mainroom Remix)
12. DJ Paulo feat. Loleatta Holloway & Alan T - Where's The Beef (Impossible Burger Mix)
13. Glidesonic - Energy (Dirty Disco Mainroom Remix)
14. The Pussycat Dolls - When I Grow Up '20 (Rip City Boys I Wanna Have Boobies Remix)
15. Jipsta - Stomp (Wayne G & Andy Allder Remix)
16. Jennifer Lopez - Baila Conmigo (Dirty Disco Mainroom Remix)
17. Cascada - Evacuate the Dancefloor (Brett Oosterhaus & Adrian Lagunas Remix)
18. Joey Suarez - Alive (Hector Fonseca & Zambianco Club Mix)
19. Billie Eilish - Bad Guy (Dirty Disco Eagle Houston Remix)
20. Gryffin & Carly Rae Jepsen - OMG (Guy Scheiman Club Remix)
21. Madonna - God Control (Dirty Disco Eagle Houston Remix)
22. Bimbo Jones & Thelma Houston - Turn Your World Around (Spin Sista's Haus Of Luv Remix)
23. DJ BoBo - Love Is All Around (Pedro Ilha Remix)
24. Dua Lipa - Physical (Dirty Disco Mainroom Remix)
25. Cher - Song For The Lonely (Toy Armada 2019 Remix)
26. Da Buzz - Show You Love (SoundFactory Paradise Anthem)
27. Pulse - The Lover That You Are (Paulo & Mike Soriano Club Mix)
28. Yinon Yahel - Rock the Beat (Club Mix)
29. A Great Big World feat. Christina Aguilera- Fall On Me (Toy Armada & DJ GRIND Anthem Mix)
30. Rosabel feat. Tamara Wallace - Anything For You (Big Room Mix)
31. Soffi Tukker - Purple Hat (Barry Harris vs. Novak Club Xtended Reedit)
32. Michelle Kash - Personal Jesus (Dirty Disco Mainroom Remix)
33. Pet Shop Boys - Monkey Business (Dirty Disco Eagle Houston Remix)
34. Demi Lovato - Anyone (DJ FUri DRUMS Cristal Circuit House Club Remix)

Junior Vasquez: The Legacy of a Living Legend Volume 2

Get ready to have your dancefloor world rocked, because Party Favorz is back with the second volume of the Junior Vasquez Legacy edition. It's nothing short of an earth-shattering tribute that dives deep into the prodigious career of this industry titan. Volume 2 is particularly focused on the late '80s through the present day, capturing the essence of Junior Vasquez's meteoric rise during the '90s and early millennium.
Two anthems demand your attention. Barbara Tucker's "Love's On Time" starts as a as a spoken word motherly advice backed by a gospel choir before building into a massive, gay anthem, encapsulating the hope that love arrives just when you need it. On the other hand, Jennifer Holliday's "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going" is the quintessential gay anthem, combining Holliday's sky-high vocals with a message of defiant resilience—echoing sentiments deeply rooted in the LGBTQ+ community. Junior's mastery transforms these tracks, not merely remixing them, but elevating them into unforgettable experiences.
This volume also serves up Junior's unforgettable reimaginings for the incomparable Mary J. Blige and Billie Ray Martin. His version of "Your Child" takes Blige's soulful vocals to new heights, while "Your Loving Arms" completely redefines the original, turning it into a dancefloor anthem that has stood the test of time.
Of course, it would be a disservice not to mention his work with the infallible Whitney Houston, an artist who needs no introduction. Both "Greatest Love of All" and "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" are transformed into uplifiting dance hits that honor the late diva while ensuring that her voice still reigns supreme on the dancefloor.
And then we have Kristine W and her track "Feel What You Want," another example of how Junior has the exceptional ability to inject his own DNA into a song while respecting the essence of the original. Let's not forget his self-referential "If Madonna Calls," a track that put him on the outs with the DIVA who eventually sidelined him in favor of other DJs in our legacy series, and Nelly Furtado's "I'm Like A Bird," which Junior turned from a quicklypop song into a massive dance club hit.
Finally, Cyndi Lauper's "True Colors" receives a Pride-worthy remix from Junior, perfectly capturing the spirit of the original while giving it an injection of pure dance energy. If you haven't caught on yet, Junior Vasquez was the ultimate purveyor of gay anthems to our community and we are forever indedbted to him.
In creating this second volume, our intent was to showcase the range and diversity of Junior Vasquez's decades-long career. From working with divas to music legends and underground artists, he has left an indelible mark on the dance music landscape. The tracks in this set merely scratch the surface, yet they speak volumes about his extraordinary skill and influence.
So, let this tribute stand as a testament to Junior Vasquez's unparalleled artistry. We hope that we've done this living legend and his monumental legacy justice.
Until the next time...ENJOY!
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Album : Junior Vasquez Legacy vol. 2
Genre : Circuit, Tribal, House Music
Year : 2020
Total Time : 2:39:11
1. Barbara Tucker - Love's On Time (Junior's Remix)
2. Lisa Stansfield - All Around The World (Junior's Earth Anthem)
3. Janet Jackson - Runaway (Junior's Factory Mix)
4. Rosabel feat. Jennifer Holliday - And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going (Junior's Earth Mix)
5. Mary J. Blige - Your Child (Junior's Remix)
6. Funky Green Dogs - Rise Up (Junior's Earth Anthem)
7. Angel Moraes - The Cure (Junior's Mix)
8. Amber - This Is Your Night (Junior's Sunday Night Bump Mix)
9. Billie Ray Martin - Your Loving Arms (Junior's Peak Hour Twirler Mix)
10. Whitney Houston - Greatest Love Of All (Junior's Club Mix)
11. Gloria Estefan - Higher (Juniors 12'' Club Mix)
12. Justin Timberlake - Rock Your Body (Junior's Club Anthem)
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Junior Vasquez: A Living Legend’s Legacy Volume 1

Junior Vasquez who was born Donald Gregory Mattern (really?) is an American DJ, record producer, and remixer.  With ambitions of becoming a fashion designer, he moved to New York City in 1971. His enthusiasm for DJ Larry Levan at the infamous Paradise Garage led him to Shep Pettibone (another DJ/producer begging for a Legacy induction) where they edited mixes for multiple artists like Madonna, Whitney Houston, Janet Jackson, Pet Shop Boys, and more.
Several of his earliest underground House hits like "Work That Pussy" and "Drag Queen" were under the moniker Ellis D with the latter featured here. In 1989, he co-founded the Sound Factory and simultaneously became an in-demand remixer for several big-label artists. After the Sound Factory closed in 1995, he held multiple residencies including at the Tunnel, and subsequently returned to the former Sound Factory now called Arena.
IF MADONNA CALLS
Junior introduced Madonna to vogue at the Sound Factory, which served as an inspiration for a massively successful song in 1990 by the same name. At the time, she was making a name for herself on the dancefloor by embracing the emerging House Music sounds and flipping them to a more commercial audience. She has long been associated with dance music trends by associating herself with underground names like Shep Pettibone and William Orbit before latching onto Junior Vasquez to remix several tracks from her "Bedtime Stories" album. It was around this time she had allegedly agreed to perform at one of Junior's Sound Factory shows and bowed out at the last moment.
Queens being queens, Junior took one of the messages she left on his answering machine and looped it into the deep house groove "If Madonna Calls" without her permission using the phrase "this is Madonna" "are you there" "call me in Miami." The bitch track went all the way to #2 on the Billboard Dance Club charts and spawned multiple remixes — including anniversary remixes. Afterward, any chance of reconciliation and working together again went out the door. This turned out to be a lucky move on her part as she went on to introduce the world to Victor Calderone and Peter Rauhofer (who was already riding high with Club 69).
Nevertheless, neither of them is getting any younger and Madge is going through some things at the moment. It's time to come together and bury the hatchet. Life's too short for former besties to hold onto grudges.
This set does not reflect any official Junior remixes of Madonna other than "Secret" and the fabulous Marvin Gaye rendering of "I Want You" where Junior was commissioned to remix the track but it never received an official release.
DIVA DIVA DIVA
Scroll through the list of divas in the Party Favorz "Diva Hall of Fame" and you will be hard-pressed to find anyone Junior hasn't remixed. From Annie Lennox to Whitney Houston and every diva in between, there's hardly anyone in there that he doesn't know or hasn't remixed. Seriously! These two volumes honoring the master DJ are nowhere near as comprehensive and representative of this man's work and barely scratch the surface. It would take probably 10 sets to showcase his amazing talent.
Drugs, Sex, and Dance
In 2006, Junior gave an interview to A&U (America's AIDS Magazine) about a 5-year period where everything was a blur due to abusing crystal meth. I remember this article very well but it appears to have been taken down and his Wikipedia page omits it entirely. While he's clean and sober now and starting a new chapter in his life — this is an important story that shouldn't be buried. There are excerpts and message boards dedicated to this dark period in his life but it's not fair to quote any of them without the original interview as a source. I understand there is currently a biopic being made about his life. Considering how long he's been in the industry and how many artists he's worked with — I hope that they don't whitewash an important factor of his life that could serve as inspirat...

80s Dance Music: The Essential Dance Mix Volume 6

The Essential 80's Dance Mix series reaches its culmination with Volume 6, packing an impressive compilation of unmissable 80s dance music tracks. This meticulously crafted collection includes tunes that got missed in the previous five volumes due to various reasons.
From curating tracks for Trash Disco and the 90s House Classics, to the Millennial House Classics series, it's always a challenging yet rewarding task. Ensuring a seamless flow of tracks requires dedicated preparation, sometimes extending over a month. Despite the demanding release schedule of Party Favorz, we are committed to delivering the best dance music experience to our audience.
The Essential 80's Dance Mix series has been a challenging project amongst the many genre compilations created over various decades. Although we are momentarily pausing the release of more 80s collections, we look forward to revisiting works from New Order, Depeche Mode, and Stock, Aitken, and Waterman (SAW) Legacy editions in the future.
For now, let's bask in the nostalgia and rhythmic energy of the Essential 80's Dance Mix Volume 6, featuring memorable tracks like "Look Of Love" by ABC, "Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)" by Eurythmics, "Don't You Want Me" by Human League, "Venus" by Bananarama, and many more.
So, regardless of the weather outside, allow this mix to bring some sun into your day. Remember the times, and dance your heart out. Until next time...ENJOY!
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Album: The Essential 80’s Dance Mix vol. 6
Genre: 80’s Dance
Year: 2019
Total Time: 02:29:33
1. ABC - Look Of Love (Ultimix)
2. Jody Watley - Some Kind Of Lover (Ultimix)
3. Eurythmics - Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This) (Culture Shock Remix)
4. Real Life - Send Me An Angel (Edge Remix)
5. Human League - Don't You Want Me (Edge Remix)
6. Human League - (Keep Feeling) Fascination (Edge Remix)
7. Talk Talk - It's My Life (Hot Tracks Mix)
8. Deodato feat. Camille - S.O.S. (Fire In The Sky) (12'' Disarmamix)
9. Bananarama - Venus (Culture Shock Remix)
10. Peter Brown - They Only Come Out At Night (Hot Tracks Mix)
11. George Michael - I Want Your Sex (Hot Tracks Mix)
12. Vanity 6 - Nasty Girl (Ultimix)
13. Irene Cara - Flashdance... What A Feeling (Hot Tracks Remix)
14. Billy Ocean - Caribbean Queen (No More Love On the Run) (Hot Classics Remix)
15. Blow Monkeys - Digging Your Scene (Ultimix)
16. Teena Marie - I Need Your Lovin' (Select Mix Remix)
17. Mary Jane Girls - In My House (Hot Classics Remix)
18. Tone Loc - Wild Thing (Ultimix)
19. The Power Station - Some Like It Hot (Edge Remix)
20. Bananarama - Cruel Summer (Select Mix)
21. Belinda Carlisle - Heaven Is A Place On Earth (Hot Tracks Mix)
22. Billy Ocean - Get Out Of My Dreams, Get Into My Car (Ultimix)
23. Aretha Franklin - Freeway Of Love (Select Mix)
24. Eddy Grant - Electric Avenue (Ultimix)
25. Level 42 - Something About You (Edge Remix)
26. Baltimora - Tarzan Boy (Edge Remix)
27. Madonna - Open Your Heart (Ultimix)
28. Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam - Head To Toe (Hot Classics Remix)
29. S.O.S Band - Take Your Time (Do It Right) (Select Mix Remix)
30. Teena Marie - Lovergirl (Select Mix Remix)
31. Club Nouveau - Lean On Me (Select Mix vs. Ben Liebrand Edit)

Ultimate 80s Dance Music: The Essential Dance Mix Volume 5

Party Favorz is thrilled to announce the release of Volume 5 of The Essential 80's Dance Mix, a collection that has been long-awaited by 80s dance music aficionados. The focus of this set is the Hi-Energy (NRG) sub-genre, a forebear to the 90s Hard Dance and early millennium scenes. This compilation, while predominantly NRG, also features standout tracks from other genres, like the unforgettable beat of Rick James' "Super Freak."
While this is not an all-encompassing series of 80s dance music, it provides a substantial dive into a decade known for its diverse sub-genres. So, whether you were a club-goer during the 80s or are discovering these tracks for the first time, this mix is sure to captivate.
Standout tracks from this set include The Communards' "Never Can Say Goodbye," Lisa's "Rocket To Your Heart," and Eveylyn Thomas' "High Energy." You'll also enjoy dance floor favorites like Dead or Alive's "You Spin Me 'round (Like A Record) " and Sylvester's "Do Ya Wanna Funk."
Join us next week for more surprises, possibly the final volume in this series or the next Legacy edition. Until then, immerse yourself in the rhythmic nostalgia of the Essential 80's Dance Mix Volume 5 and as always...ENJOY!
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Album: The Essential 80’s Dance Mix vol. 5
Genre: 80’s Dance
Year: 2019
Total Time: 02:34:32
1. The Communards - Never Can Say Goodbye (Select Mix)
2. Lisa - Rocket To Your Heart (Almighty 12'' Definitive Mix)
3. Pamela Stanley - Coming Out Of Hiding (Matt Pop Club Mix)
4. Evelyn Thomas - High Energy (Almighty 12'' Definitive Mix)
5. Stacy Q - Two Of Hearts (Ultimix)
6. Bronski Beat - Smalltown Boy (Edge Remix)
7. Hazell Dean - Searchin' (I Gotta Find A Man) (Almighty Definitive Mix)
8. The Communards - Don't Leave Me This Way (Ultimix)
9. Q Feel - Dancing in Heaven (Edge Remix)
10. Eddie Murphy - Party All The Time (Ultimix Extended)
11. Madonna - Burning Up (Hot Tracks Remix)
12. Donna Summer - She Works Hard For The Money (Hot Tracks Mix)
13. Sheena Easton - Sugar Walls (Ultimix)
14. Sheila E - The Glamorous Life (Hot Classics Remix)
15. Gino Vannelli - Black Cars (Hot Tracks Mix)
16. Duran Duran - Hungry Like The Wolf (Select Mix Part 2)
17. Rick James - Super Freak (Ultimix)
18. Dazz Band - Let It Whip (Ultimix)
19. Miquel Brown - So Many Men, So Little Time (Almighty 12'' Definitive Mix)
20. Dead Or Alive - You Spin Me 'round (Like A Record) (Razormaid Remix)
21. Paul Lekakis - Boom Boom (Let's Go Back To My Room) (Edge Remix)
22. Kylie Minogue - Locomotion (Hot Tracks Mix)
23. Dead Or Alive - Something In My House (Razormaid Mix)
24. Sylvester - Do Ya Wanna Funk (Ultimix)
25. New Order - Blue Monday (Razormaid Remix)
26. Boys Don't Cry - I Wanna Be A Cowboy (Extended Mix)
27. Soft Cell - Tainted Love (Ultimix)