Party Favorz

Hi-NRG Gay Anthems Volume 1

Happy Friday everybody! Party Favorz is back with a multi-volume set of Hi-NRG gay anthems from the 80s and 90s that have been reinvigorated for today's dance floors.
The original concept was to create a Hi-NRG compilation of dance tracks from the 1980s. After pouring through most of them, I concluded that a lot of these just didn't meet the requirements for today's music delivery methods (i.e., the sound quality was thin). Sure they sounded great on the dancefloor back in the day, but I just wasn't feeling it. Not to mention, the amount of work involved in trying to bring these up to speed was not a task I was up to at the moment.
Fortunately, the much beloved Almighty Records has taken a good chunk of these classics and reworked them for our modern-day listening apparatus. Combine that with 7th Heaven, Soulshaker, Bassmonkeys, and Wideboys amongst many others and this entire set started pulling together nicely.
I did have to extend the track selection to the 1990s as well to make it work but what the hell...why not? It just adds to the overall fun of these sets. Yes, I  could have waited until June to release these but the future of Party Favorz is uncertain, so why wait?
Additionally, there is some crossover from previous efforts but that wasn't preventable if I truly wanted to represent the genre. Besides, there is a slew of gems that have never made it onto any of my previous compilations, so I think it'll be worth it.
So get ready to pump, pump, PUMP IT UP! This series is bound to get you energized! Until the next time...ENJOY!
Donate and keep the party going!
Album: Hi-NRG Gay Anthems volume 1
Genre: Hi-NRG, Dance, Gay Anthems
Year: 2019
Total Time: 02:30:09
1. Diana Ross - Touch Me In The Morning (Almighty Definitive Mix)
2. Bronski Beat - Smalltown Boy (DMC Mix)
3. Katherine Jenkins - Who Wants To Live Forever (Almighty Club Mix)
4. Miquel Brown - So Many Men, So Little Time (Almighty Definitive Mix)
5. Paul Lekakis - Boom Boom (Let's Go Back To My Room) (Hot Tracks Mix)
6. Yazz & The Plastic Population - The Only Way Is Up (WIP Remix)
7. Kon Kan - I Beg Your Pardon 2k14 (7th Heaven Retro Funk Club Mix)
8. Claudja Barry - Work Me Over (SanFranDisko Digital Mix)
9. The Dream Girls - When Will I See You Again (Almighty Definitive Mix)
10. The Flirtations - Earthquake (Almighty 12'' Definitive Mix)
11. Kylie Minogue - Your Disco Needs You (Almighty Mix)
12. Judy Cheeks - Reach (7th Heaven Mix)
13. Buzz Junkies feat. Alison Limerick - Where Love Lives (Cahill Club Remix)
14. Shawn Christopher - Just Another Sleepless Night (Soulshaker Club Mix)
15. Yazz & The Plastic Population - Stand Up For Your Love Rights (David Morales Remix)
16. Loleatta Holloway - Love Sensation (Midnight Express Club Mix)
17. Hi On Life feat. Joniece - Goodbye (7th Heaven Mirrorball Mix)
18. Juliet Roberts - Slow Down (7th Heaven Club Mix)
19. Eartha Kitt - Where Is My Man 2007 (7th Heaven Remix)
20. Hannah Jones - You Only Have To Say You Love Me (Almighty Anthem Mix)
21. Tony Moran feat. Martha Wash - Keep Your Body Workin' (Soulshaker vs. Bassmonkeys Club Mix)
22. Leann Rimes - How Do I Live (Almighty Anthem Mix)

Electric Dreams

I thought I'd throw out this unexpected surprise several days early. Electric Dreams is a compilation of the biggest Dance-Club tracks at the moment along with some reworked pop classics from decades past. The end result is truly a wet dream of some of the finest house music to come out in a long time.
What's nice about these tracks is that most of them come in a variety of flavors from Future House, Funky House, Electro House, and straight-up House that my options were nearly limitless. I took the variety option and mixed it up to keep it interesting. You can expect alternate versions of some of these songs on future compilations.
Until the next time...ENJOY!
The original version of  "Grapevine" by Tiesto has been replaced with "Grapevine" by Tiesto vs. Marvin Gaye remixed by Scene Kings.
Album: Electric Dreams
Genre: Future House, Funky House, EDM
Year: 2019
Total Time: 02:31:25
1. Ariana Grande - 7 Rings (Division 4 & Matt Consola Remix)
2. Breanna Rubio feat. Tyga - Turn Me Up (Riddler House Remix)
3. Post Malone - Wow (Nathan C Remix)
4. The Outfield - Your Love (Chachi Remix)
5. The Terri Green Light Project - Night To Remember (Bruno Verdugo Extended Mix)
6. Calvin Harris & Rag N Bone Man - Giant (Mark Jay Remix)
7. Ava Max - Sweet But Psycho (Morgan Page Remix)
8. Halsey - Without Me (Danny Dove Remix)
9. Jay Pryor - Make Luv (Extended Mix)
10. Dua Lipa - Swan Song (Liam Keegan Remix)
11. Ellie Goulding & Diplo feat. Swae Lee - Close To Me (Charlie Lane Remix)
12. Nelly Furtado - Say It Right 2019 (Jamie Williams Remix)
13. Keanu Silva - King Of My Castle (Don Diablo Edit)
14. Tiesto vs. Marvin Gaye - Grapevine (The Scene Kings Vocal Edit)
15. Ashlee Keating - Hurt Me So Good (Country Club Martini Crew Bass Remix)
16. DJs From Mars - Gam Gam (MARAUD3R Remix)
17. Panic At The Disco - High Hopes (Don Diablo Remix)
18. DD Foxx - Need Your Love Tonight (Kue Remix)
19. NOTD & Felix Jaehn feat Georgia Ku & Captain Cuts - So Close (Drama Remix)
20. Mark Ronson & Miley Cyrus - Nothing Breaks Like A Heart (Division 4 & Matt Consola Remix)
21. IYES & Ryan Riback - This Feeling (Bimbo Jones Extended Remix)
22. Harper Starling - Boy Problems (Moto Blanco Extended Remix)
23. Nikki Vianna - Done (Cutmore & Wilson Extended Mix)
24. Maggie Rogers - Light On (Pink Panda Extended)
25. Janet Jackson - That's the Way Love Goes (Division 4 Extended Mix)
26. Bay Ledges - Wherever You Sleep (KNAPPY Club Mix)
27. Foster the People - Worst Nites (Barry Harris Club Mix)
28. Lizzo - Juice (Barry Harris Club Mix)
29. Teyana Taylor - WTP (Tommie Sunshine & SLATIN Remix)
30. Ten Ven - Just About (Kideko Remix)
31. Red Hot Chili Peppers - By The Way (Charlie Lane Remix)
32. Bright Lights feat. Fito Blanko - Gringa (Bright Lights VIP Remix)
33. Gryffin feat. ZOHARA - Remember (Madison Mars Extended Remix)
34. Sabrina Carpenter - Sue Me (Dave Aude Extended)
35. Bleona - I Don't Need Your Love (StoneBridge Epic Extended Mix)
36. Christine & The Queens - 5 Dollars (Nathan Jain Remix)
37. Kelly Clarkson - Heat (Kokiri Club Remix)
38. Backstreet Boys - Chances (Kat Krazy Remix)
39. Seeb x Bastille - Grip (Jay Pryor Extended Mix)

Rave Machine | Underground with the Latest Tech House

As promised, I'm dropping "Rave Machine," the latest from the Peak Hour House Music series and this one is a thumper! It's definitely darker than past efforts but looking back, that seems to be the norm around this time of year. I did my best to flesh it out with some Prog-House and Techno to keep it interesting. However, I'm beginning to wonder if the Tech House genre has maxed out its potential.
You, folks, know that over the years I bitch and moan about the state of the "hot dance genre" of the moment. Whether it be big room EDM anthems with the anticipated drop, the commercialization of Deep House which peaked in 2014 before rebranding itself "Future House" and the more recent Reggaeton trend, which wore out its welcome over a year ago (at least after "Despacito" was a worldwide hit).
While Tech House hasn't actually crossed into the mainstream, its popularity has swelled considerably to the point that there's just not a lot of originality coming out of its ranks. To be clear, there are some great tracks (included here) but it's best to try to mix in other genres to keep things interesting.  I may even go back and take a stab at the "Spin Me Around" set I put out in 2017, which incorporated a HUGE swath of genres that normally don't work well together in a set but for whatever reason, I managed to pull off. I enjoy the whole unpredictable nature of sets like that, which also lend themselves to what my music sets are mainly about: having a party. We'll see.
If you want a better take on my thoughts, read "The Epic of Passable Tech House" by Michael Sundius. He touches on the very same things I've been whining about for years but does it with more panache and colorful writing than I can muster.
To any of the artists included in this set, please do not be upset. I ain't ragging on you. You wouldn't be included if I didn't think these tracks were stellar. Quite the opposite.
Take this writing for what it is but don't let it sway your opinion. I worked this motherfucker out and if you're a fan of this series, you won't be disappointed.
As I promised yesterday, I'm going to start work on the next commercial Dance-Club set, which you can expect to drop sometime late next week. Until then...ENJOY!
Album: Rave Machine
Genre: Tech House, Techno, Progressive House
Year: 2019
Total Time: 02:05:53
1. Ilija Djokovic - Atom (Original Mix)
2. Armand Van Helden - Witch Doktor (Agent Orange DJ 2018 Rework)
3. Martin Ikin feat. Hayley May - Following (Original Mix)
4. The Deepshakerz feat. Robert Owens - Reach (Cassimm Remix)
5. Qubiko - Benozal (Alvaro Smart Remix)
6. Go Freek & Playmode Feat. Dances With White Girls - Elevate (Extended Mix)
7. Darius Syrossian - Danzer (Original Mix)
8. Bedran. - Keep Pushing (Vocal Mix)
9. Sultan + Shepard - American Dream (Extended Mix)
10. Gorgon City - Lick Shot (Extended Mix)
11. Junior Sanchez - The Burn (Extended Mix)
12. Huxley - Freekon (Original Mix)
13. Illyus Barrientos - Shout (Original Mix)
14. Alaia & Gallo - Sunday Morning (Cassimm Remix)
15. Biscits - Do It Like This (Extended Mix)
16. Franky Rizardo - Rave Machine (Original Mix)
17. Antranig - Back 2 House (Extended Mix)
18. Green Velvet & Gene Farris - Galaxie (Original Mix)
19. Moreno Pezzolato - C'mon (Original Mix)
20. Martin Ikin - No No (Original Mix)
21. Booka Shade - Trespass 2019 (Mark Knight Extended Remix)
22. Eats Everything - Space Raiders (Charlotte de Witte Remix)
23. Franky Wah - Get Me High (Original Mix)
24. Prospa - Prayer (Absolute. Remix)

Disco Glamour

I'm back a bit earlier than expected with the next installment in the Funky Disco House series, "Disco Glamour." This set stays true to itself in that it delivers the finest NuDisco, House, Deep House, and Funky House songs that are glittering in the skies right now!
While this set is as funky as previous efforts, it is a bit more cosmopolitan with more sophisticated tracks. By that, I mean overall it's smoother, has less roughness, and has a very chic feel to it. Maybe it's just me. Maybe it's Maybelline LOL.
My goal is to get out the next Underground House set sometime this weekend so I can clear the decks for the first EDM Dance Club set next week. It's ambitious, but I'm certain I can get there.
Also, I want to apologize for last week's "Winter Edition 2019." After finally having the time to listen to it, this is not my best work. IMHO, it suffered from bloat and could have used some serious fine-tuning.  It's my fault as I rushed to get it released without taking a 2nd pass to ensure the integrity of the whole set. My bad. If you like it, great. If you find yourself constantly fast-forwarding through tracks, that's on me.  I'll do better and in fact, have done better with this release. Nothing here that's not to like.
That being said, anticipate another release this weekend. Until then...ENJOY!
Album: Disco Glamour
Genre: Funky House, Deep House, Soulful, NuDisco
Year: 2019
Total Time: 02:04:16
1. Yolanda Be Cool - Dance And Chant (Extended Version)
2. Allegra - All About Us (Full Intention Remix)
3. Walterino - DiscoOne (The Dukes Main Mix)
4. Moodena - What Da Funk (Original Mix)
5. Angelo Ferreri & Moon Rocket feat. Disco Town - Got What You Need (Original Mix)
6. Kevin McKay - Move Your Body (Elevation) (Original Mix)
7. Jax Jones & Years & Years - Play (Purple Disco Machine Remix)
8. Birdee - Movin' On (Original Mix)
9. Shawn Christopher - You Can Make It (Alaia & Gallo Extended Remix)
10. Steve Taylor, Ozzy & Stix - How I Feel (Richard Earnshaw Mix)
11. DJ Fudge - Get On Your Feet (Original Mix)
12. Dario D'Attis & Jinadu - Space & Time (Extended Vocal Mix)
13. Ladies On Mars - Boogie On Time (Original Mix)
14. Henry Hacking & Inaya Day - Nasty Girl (David Penn Remix)
15. Seb Skalski - In Da Mix (Original Mix)
16. Change - Make Me (Go Crazy) (OPOLOPO Remix)
17. Bobby D'Ambrosio feat. Michelle Weeks - Moment Of My Life (JN Closer To The Source Mix)
18. Jay Vegas - Luvstruck (Original Mix)
19. Supernova - Comes Up (Original Mix)
20. Alex Preston - Treat Me Right (Original Mix)
21. Sophie Lloyd feat. Dames Brown - Calling Out (David Penn Extended Remix)
22. Kanomarli - You + Me (Jackin House)
23. Magic Munk - Pray (House Dub Mix)

Winter Edition 2019 | The Hottest Circuit Tribal House of the Winter!

Given the erratic weather we've been experiencing,  the title is a bit misleading. Last week we were in a deep freeze for several days followed by unseasonably warm weather. Now, things have tamped down a bit with cooler temps but it feels more like spring a whole month before we normally would. For now, we'll just pretend it's winter because it most definitely is in certain parts of the country and the world. Maybe, I'll start calling these the Global Warming edition as it relates to each edition in this series LOL.
In the interim, here at Party Favorz it's time to get this party started! Finally kicking the year off, I'm dropping the hottest collection of Circuit Tribal House music that's buzzing RIGHT NOW!
It takes me a while to move into a different mindset after my entire focus had been trying to overhaul the site. Now that everything has been completed to my satisfaction, I can safely declare that I am back in the saddle again. GIDDYUP!
In an ongoing effort to play catch-up, I've scheduled the next EDM Dance Club, Funky Disco House, and Underground House sets to drop over the next several weeks. I've got a great idea for a final 80s dance compilation; a very specific genre that's often overlooked from the decade and possibly some updates to past Diva Hall of Fame entries that need some refreshing. Just so you know, I'm thinking ahead.
For now, I'm sure all the boys have been itching for something new to fuel their workouts in anticipation of looking the best they can for early spring. The Winter Edition 2019 will do just that.
Until the next time...ENJOY!
Album: Winter Edition 2019
Genre: Circuit, Tribal, House
Year: 2019
Total Time: 03:17:33
1. Deborah Cox vs. Allan Natal - Easy As Life (Allan Natal Mashup)
2. Donna Allen vs. Yinon Yahel & Mor Avrahami - He Is The Joy (Bruno Knauer Mash)
3. Guy Scheiman feat. Nina Flowers - Fierce Queen (Original Mix)
4. Georgie Peorgie & Barbara Tucker - Love One Another (Dirty Disco Mainroom Remix)
5. Bouvier & Barona feat. Anmri - Take Back Mine (Deep Influence & Mark DeMarko Attack Mix)
6. Jay Pryor - Make Luv (Illyus & Barrientos Remix)
7. Chelsea - Pink Toolbox (Dirty Disco Mainroom Remix)
8. Dua Lipa - Swan Song (Dirty Disco Mainroom Remix)
9. Inaya Day & Chyna Ro - Movin' Up 2K19 (DJ MSC Bounce Remix)
10. The Prince Karma - Later Bitches (Filipe Guerra Booty Remix)
11. Ashley Brinton - Say The Word (Chris Cox Club Mix)
12. Rozalla - Turn On The Light (Jose Jimenez Tribal Touch Mix)
13. Netta - Bassa Sababa (Mike Cruz Club Mix)
14. Benny Blanco & Calvin Harris - I Found You (Dirty Disco Private Remix)
15. Ariana Grande - Thank U, Next (Dirty Disco Mainroom Remix)
16. NOTD & Felix Jaehn - So Close (Dirty Disco Mainroom Remix)
17. Carly Rae Jepsen - Party For One (Toy Armada & DJ GRIND Club Mix)
18. Christina Aguilera - Beautiful (Rob Phillips Review Zambiancos Mix)
19. Kryder - Beso (Kryder vs. Oscar Velazquez Rework)
20. Farruko, Bad Bunny, Rvssian vs. Hayla Assulin - Krippy Kush (Sagi Kariv remix)
21. Ariana Grande - 7 Rings (Dirty Disco Mainroom Remix)
22. Altar feat. Joelapussy - Cha Cha Cha (Extended Mix)
23. Lady Gaga - Always Remember Us This Way (De Felipe Remix)
24. Bleona - I Don't Need Your Love (Alex Acosta Peak Remix)
25. Dirty Disco vs. Erasure - A Little Respect (Houston Eagle Big Room Remix)
26. Ava Max - Sweet But Psycho (Barry Harris Club Mix v2)
27. Laroussi - Lost (Ralphi Rosario Club Remix)
28. Foster The People - Worst Nites (Dirty Disco Mainroom Remix)
29. Christine & The Queens - 5 Dollars (Chris Cox Club Anthem)
30. C-ROD feat. Brendan O'Hara - Stay (Dirty Disco Mainroom Remix)
31. Bay Ledges - Wherever You Sleep (Casey Alva Club Mix)
32. Ashlee Keating - Hurt Me So Good (Hector Fonseca & Junior Senna Remix)
33. Guy Scheiman feat. Inaya Day - Deeper Feeling (Club Mix)
34. Bright Lights feat.

Blow Your Own Horn 2019

Party Favorz is back with the ultimate New Year's dance party mix, Blow Your Own Horn 2019.  This annual series started back in 2013 as a showcase of some of the finest bootlegs, mashups, and party tracks from the year as well as years past. It's meant to be one final kiss-off to the year that was welcoming in the new year to come. Over the years it's evolved into a massive set with some of the best party tracks from the past making it the must-have set for those celebrating with friends closer to home.
I have been bogged down this past week troubleshooting issues with the credit card payment processor for donations. I've since disabled it and pushed it out to the new year. If there's one thing folks that follow this podcast know about me is that I'm anal about every minor detail. This isn't so minor, and it really irritates the hell out of me when I pay $$$ for things that don't work, and the developer blames it on another developer's plugin, or my theme, or anything but them. I've performed all the standard troubleshooting to no avail, and they won't be able to help until after the 1st. That being said, you can still donate using the PayPal option, which also accepts credit cards if you don't have an account.
My focus had to be getting this final set out in time. As you can see, I'm a day late and a dollar short but the wait is worth it. Blow Your Own Horn 2019 was way harder than previous efforts. I don't know if it was because I was multi-tasking two completely separate things or that I'm worn out after running a marathon of mixes since Late October.
While I have not previewed the entire set yet, what I have heard so far has left me pleased. I think ya'll are really gonna love this!
2018 has been a tough slog trying to get through the daily minutia and Individual 1's constant barrage of self-serving lies, I mean tweets on a continual basis. Life is much easier when you don't follow much news or politics, but willful ignorance also leaves us without the knowledge to fight for change.
At the beginning of 2018, I originally planned on shutting down Party Favorz, but I persisted and forged on. I'm glad I did.
Frankly, I run this site by the seat of my pants coming up with one idea after another. Many of you have made suggestions for sets that I ultimately tackle, while others need more consideration. Regardless, it's a group effort, and I appreciate the input.
For now, I plan to keep the doors open at least through mid-April when my hosting expires. If I create a fundraiser for renewing my host, then you know I'm in it for the long haul. That has yet to be determined.
In the interim, I want to thank EVERYBODY from the bottom of my heart that donating to my efforts to bring you what I think is the best (or at least one of the best) dance music podcast that is going into its 12th year. Your loyalty means more to me than I can possibly express.
I hope everyone has a fun and safe New Year. I'll be back sometime in mid to late January with brand-new sets and a whole new look. Until then...ENJOY!
I just spent the last two hours troubleshooting issues with Wordpress that wouldn't allow me to post. Obviously, it's been resolved but you kinda get an idea as to the fresh hell I go through on a regular basis through no fault of my own. SMDH.
Album: Blow Your Own Horn 2019
Genre: EDM, House, Dance, Club
Year: 2018
Total Time: 02:51:52
Queen - We Will Rock You (Basement Freaks Certified Block Party Banger)
FISHER x Justin Timberlake - I'm Losing Sexyback (SJUR Mashup)
Camila Cabello - Havana (Phatt Lenny Rework)
Jenifer Lopez - Let's Get Loud (Kevin D Remix)
Cardi B. feat. Bad Bunny & J Balvin - I Like It (Pink Panda Remix)
Corona vs. Kriss Kross Amsterdam & CHOCO - Rythm Of The Night vs. Until The Morning (WeDamnz Future Mashup)
Dua Lipa vs. David Guetta vs. Freaks - IDGAF vs. When Love Takes Over vs. The Creeps (DJs From Mars Club Bootleg)

Top Dance Songs of 2018 Volume 3

Stepping back into the vibrant world of dance music for the year that was, let's explore the Top Dance Songs of 2018 that took the music scene by storm. This year marked a resurgence of Legacy artists, who contributed some of the most memorable dance club hits and carved a niche on our list of Top Dance Songs of 2018.
Prominent artists like Toni Braxton, Barbara Tucker, Crystal Waters, Donna Summer, and Diana Ross were particularly influential. Diana Ross's spectacular performance saw her clinching two number-one spots on the dance charts. However, our final selection of Top Dance Songs of 2018 included only her melodious rendition of "Ain't No Mountain High Enough", while her "I'm Coming Out/Upside Down" medley, despite its conceptual appeal, was omitted due to less-than-stellar execution.
The year 2018 wasn't just about well-established names, though. Several artists like Dua Lipa, Cardi B, and Camila Cabello, who had broken into the limelight the previous year, continued to enjoy significant success. However, the year didn't birth any major new talents. While Ariana Grande and Demi Lovato had their fair share of successful releases, on the whole, the year's offerings were somewhat underwhelming.
The true heroes of the Top Dance Songs of 2018 were the DJs. Veterans like Eric Kupper, MK, StoneBridge, Barry Harris, and Dave Aude ensured dance music enthusiasts had plenty to groove to. David Guetta, now a legend in the industry, released a series of successful tracks that year. Similarly, Tiesto continued to demonstrate his relentless creativity and passion for music.
However, the Top Dance Songs of 2018 also had fresh names asserting their presence. Jonas Blue, Marshmello, and Zedd made people around the world move to their infectious beats, with Zedd claiming the coveted title of 'Song of the Year' with his hit "The Middle". Another promising talent, Purple Disco Machine, was the harbinger of a potential modern-day disco revival.
Calvin Harris, one of the most prodigious artists in the industry, perfectly encapsulated the state of EDM in 2018. Responding to a fan's query about his return to EDM, Harris stated, "EDM has been sad, slow songs for years now, doesn't have anything in common with the music I love to make. 2010-2014 EDM was more house-influenced to me. Anyway now I’m out the bubble and making big records with amazing singers that sound like house music to me."
The essence of his statement reflects the evolution of dance music since its inception in the late '70s. Despite the rise of genres like Reggaeton, Moonbatan, and Trap, many music lovers still crave the energetic, uplifting music that inspires them to dance – the kind that made it to our list of Top Dance Songs of 2018.
Stay tuned for more rhythmic delights, as our year-end party set, "Blow Your Own Horn 2019," is due for release soon. Until then, take a deep dive into the Top Dance Songs of 2018 and let the music guide your steps. Dance on!
Album: Year in Dance 2018 pt. 3
Genre: EDM, House, Dance, Club
Year: 2018
Total Time: 02:40:45
1. Netta - Toy (Amice Remix)
2. DJ Snake - Magenta Riddim (Lumberjack Remix)
3. Tony Moran feat. Kimberly Davis - You're Good For Me (Barry Harris Ultra Mix)
4. Vassy & Lodato - Doomsday (Lodato Extended Remix)
5. Alan Walker feat. Noah Cyrus & Digital Farm Animals - All Falls Down (Kue Remix)
6. Sabrina Carpenter & Jonas Blue - Alien (M-22 Remix)
7. Ariana Grande - Breathin' (Division 4 & Matt Consola Remix)
8. Bebe Rexha feat. Florida Georgia Line - Meant To Be (Apollo Remix)
9. R3Hab & Conor Maynard - Hold On Tight (Midnight Kids Remix)
10. Joe Bermudez feat. Louise Carver - Crazy Enough (eSQUIRE Remix)
11. MK - 17 (Dark Intensity Remix)
12. Post Malone - Better Now (Jacked Remix)
13. Calvin Harris & Dua Lipa - One Kiss (Jason Reilly & Alphalove Remix)
14. David Guetta & Sia - Flames (Pink Panda Extended Mix)
15. Bruno Mars feat. Cardi B - Finesse (Pink Panda Remix)
16.

Top Dance Songs of 2018 Volume 2

Immerse yourself in a musical journey through the past as we present the Top Dance Songs of 2018. Party Favorz is taking you on a trip down memory lane, recalling the unforgettable hits that dominated the dance music scene. Party 2 of our year-end dance retrospective further enhances this musical extravaganza by including more of the year's most influential club hits!
A curious query arose from one of our followers recently regarding the usage of radio edits in our mixes. The response, initially simplistic, turned out to be more complex than a straightforward 'yes' or 'no'. The reality lies somewhere in the middle, so let's dive deeper.
In the era of streaming services, dance music, like most genres, is becoming increasingly influenced by this shift, especially by platforms like Spotify. This trend arguably took root in 2009 when Mariah Carey's album, "Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel", was extensively remixed by Jump Smokers, leading to a collection of dance radio edits rather than full-length dance tracks. While these tracks were not DJ-friendly, it signaled the beginning of a trend for shorter, more condensed "dance remixes".
As we fast forward to the year 2018, a significant proportion of remixes adopted this shorter format. The reason? Streaming platforms operate in a similar vein to traditional radio stations, providing on-demand music without the ads, and they favor quick, accessible listens before moving onto the next track. Extended intros and outros don't fit this model, and hence the shift towards more condensed tracks.
This evolution posed a challenge for DJs, stuck between delivering popular songs and preserving the art of mixing. The solution is a delicate balance, combining the shorter edits with longer dance remixes to maintain a seamless flow. Although this approach might dampen the traditional joy of mixing, it offers a practical way forward, especially for the future of remixing like on the Top Dance Songs of 2018.
This shift towards 'Spotify-ready' music is not universal, however. Genres like Tech House, Funky House, and Circuit-Tribal music still release full-length dance tracks.
Another interesting trend observed in 2018 was the emergence of labels focused on producing dance music tailored for streaming platforms like Spotify or Apple Music. Their business model is based on the number of streams generated rather than music sales. This approach has led to the creation of some excellent dance tracks that, sadly, may never grace club DJ decks, despite being included in the list of Top Dance Songs of 2018.
Despite these developments, platforms like Spotify still restrict the inclusion of dance music podcasts, like Party Favorz. Even though these podcasts offer a unique, non-stop music experience that complements their curated playlists, they remain absent from these platforms. Allowing such content could generate additional revenue streams for artists and publishers, and broaden the variety of music available to listeners.
As Party Favorz enters its 12th year of delivering high-quality dance music podcasts, it would be beneficial to gain recognition from leading players in the streaming industry. With an impressive five million streams or downloads globally and a solid listener base even without social promotion, it's clear that our selection of Top Dance Songs of 2018, and indeed every year, resonate with music lovers worldwide.
I'll be back tomorrow with the final installment of the Top Dance Songs of 2018. Until then...ENJOY!
Album: Year in Dance 2018 pt. 2
Genre: EDM, House, Dance, Club
Year: 2018
Total Time: 02:30:22
1. U2 - Love Is Bigger Than Anything In It's Way (Intro Version feat. Raanana Symphonette)
2. Martin Garrix & David Guetta feat. Jamie Scott & Romy Dya - So Far Away (Nicky Romero Remix)
3. The Perry Twins feat. Harper Starling - Euphoria (Kue Remix)
4. Jax Jones feat. Ina Wroldson - Breathe (Ultimix by DJ Strobe)
5. CliQ feat.

Top Dance Songs of 2018 Volume 1

Delve into the dynamic dance music landscape of the Top Dance Songs of 2018, featuring the most invigorating and pulse-quickening Dance Club hits of the year! For newcomers to this series, the Top Dance Songs of the Year is a compilation of the biggest dance songs from various music spectrums from the preceding year.
Party Favorz curates this unique collection, amalgamating tracks from Billboard's Year-End Charts for Dance Club Songs, Hot Dance/Electronic Songs, and remixed versions from the Hot 100 Songs that typically don't chart. We also include personal favorites that have left a significant impression over the year. Previously, Beatport charts were used for this process, but they seem to have discontinued their year-end summaries.
Reflecting on the year, 2018 did not leave an indelible mark in the dance music scene as one might have hoped. A considerable fraction of the year's top dance hits actually peaked in 2017, hence the Top Dance Songs of 2018 list includes tracks from the previous year as well. Iconic examples like "Something Just Like This" by The Chainsmokers & Coldplay, "Silence" by Marshmello featuring Khalid, "It Ain't Me" by Kygo x Selena Gomez appear on the year-end charts, suggesting that the new releases perhaps lacked the resonant appeal of their predecessors.
Looking at the broader trend, dance music seemed to lean heavily on trends that have already reached their zenith of popularity. From the Deep House frenzy of 2015 evolving into Future House and anthemic tunes, to the current fascination with Moombahton's slow, rolling beats — a style rooted in Latinx music, dance music trends of 2018 seem to lack originality. Even Reggaeton and Trap music, once fresh and exciting, now seem to have overstayed their welcome, with little indication of what the next big trend could be.
As we take stock of the Top Dance Songs of 2018, it's clear that the music industry needs to address some systemic issues. Billboard's charts, for instance, require a revamp to avoid single artists monopolizing chart positions with album releases, a phenomenon exacerbated by the inclusion of streaming service data. This over-saturation dilutes the diversity and quality of charting music.
Despite these challenges, dance music in 2018 wasn't entirely without merit. The underground scene continues to thrive and there's an increasing yearning for a resurgence of Disco (NuDisco) and Funk. Given the tumultuous and uncertain times we live in, these feel-good genres could provide the much-needed escape and joy we all crave.
As we look ahead, we'll explore the 'Spotification' of dance music in our next piece, followed by a deep dive into the key DJs/Producers/Remixers who left their mark on the Top Dance Songs of 2018, and the potential path forward for the genre. For now, sit back, press play, and relish the rhythmic journey that was 2018.
Until the next time...ENJOY!
Album: Year in Dance 2018 pt. 1
Genre: EDM, House, Dance, Club
Year: 2018
Total Time: 02:31:28
1. Gryffin - Nobody Compares To You (BUNT Remix)
2. Marshmello & Bastille - Happier (Breathe Carolina Remix)
3. Zedd & Elley Dune - Happy Now (Apollo Remix)
4. Panic At the Disco - High Hopes (Gozzi Remix)
5. AXWELL Λ INGROSSO - Dreamer (Matisse & Sadko Extended Mix)
6. Avicii feat. Rita Ora - Lonely Together (Dirty Werk & Country Club Martini Crew Remix)
7. Camila Cabello - Never Be the Same (Division 4 Club Mix)
8. Christina Aguilera - Accelerate (Dicey & Faraoh Black Extended Mix)
9. Sting & Shaggy - Don't Make Me Wait (Dave Aude Extended Remix)
10. Rihanna - Consideration (Dirty South Remix Extended)
11. Halsey feat. Big Sean & Stefflon Don - Alone (Calvin Harris Remix)
12. Tiesto & Sevenn - BOOM (Extended Mix)
13. Sofi Tukker feat. Nervo, The Knocks & Alisa Ueno - Best Friend (Sofi Tukker Carnaval Remix)
14. P!nk - Secrets (Until Dawn Club Mix)
15. Selena Gomez x Marshmello - Wolves (Alphalove Remix)
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A Very Funky House X-Mas

As promised, Party Favorz is delivering a surprise set of funky house music grooves to help get you through the holidays! A Very Funky House X-Mas arrives just in time for those that need a spiritual boost during what can be a trying time for many. Bad sweaters, eggnog, fruitcake, unruly family members who support Trump...yes, all these things tend to distract us from what is supposed to be a time for celebration and the gathering of family and friends.
I always looked forward to this time of year as our family would go to the Momo and Boonpa's house, a couple of smoking, drinking, and poker-playing rabble-rousers, who made get-togethers fun. Since their death many years ago, the extended family has fractured and pretty much gone their own ways. Now that my father passed earlier this year, things just aren't the same anymore. With my sister and mother living in Dallas and me in Atlanta, it's all the more depressing. Then again, Rick and I have our quiet celebration of sorts and sometimes spend it with friends, but even then, it's just not the same.
Regardless, we all have our own way of connecting during this time of year (or not), so Party Favorz is here to help you along and hopefully put a little jingle in your step and a smile on your face.
A Very Funky House X-Mas consists of Funky Disco House Music, Soulful, Deep House and some Classic Disco reworks. Remember I had dropped three tracks from the Jingle Electric 2018 that I was torn over. Well, I got them worked back in with a bevy of brand-spanking new tracks, which I think you'll be delighted with.
As a reminder, the Year In Dance is being pushed out to the first two weeks of January. I've already started compiling the tracklist and am trying out something a little different this year. Just know that it's still coming. That being said, the Blow Your Own Horn 2019, which is the annual year-end non-stop, roof-raising party mix is still on schedule for release right after Christmas. Though I haven't started working on it yet, it's a tradition around here that I'm not about to relinquish.
Once again, I want to thank Anthony S. for his over-the-top generous donation! Party Favorz has currently reached 85% of my year-end goal. Feel free to chip in and help me reach that goal so I can continue to provide the outstanding podcasts that fuel your everyday life!
I just set up a Content Delivery Network (CDN) for the site that will speed up load times in Europe, Australia, Asia, and South America. It may take several hours to fully propagate, so be patient if things are moving a bit slow in the meantime.
I will be back shortly after Christmas with the final blow-out of the year. Until then...Have a very Merry Christmas, Happy Hannakauh, or Happy Holiday! There's a celebration somewhere waiting to be had.
ENJOY!!!
Album: A Very Funky House X-Mas
Genre: Funky House Music, Deep House, Soulful, Disco
Year: 2018
Total Time: 02:53:56
Change - Hold Tight (Re-Tide Remix Traxsource Exclusive)
Danny Cruz - Again N Again (Original Mix)
Block & Crown - Understand The Loops (Original Mix)
Rough Traders & Marvin Aloys - Get Down Tonight (Original Mix)
Yuksek feat. Villa - Showbiz (Purple Disco Machine Remix)
FatBoy Slim - Praise You (Purple Disco Machine Extended Remix)
DJ Istar - Paradise Space Disco (Original Mix)
Twism & DJ Queen B - Those Days (Original Mix)
Georgie Porgie & Barbara Tucker - Love One Another (Georgie's Jackin' House Mix)
Slam Dunk'd feat. Chromeo & Al-P - No Price (Armand Van Helden Extended Remix)
Funkatron - Celebration (Original Mix)
Roger Sanchez, Park & Sons feat. Julie McKnight - This Feeling (Original Mix)
Nairobi & The Awesome Foursome - Funky Soul Makossa (Full Intention Remix)
Kevin McKay - Love Rights (Original Mix)
Disco Incorporated - Barry (Black Soul Music Mix)
Susu Bobien - Love Sensation (DJ Spen & Thommy Davis Original Club Remix)
Sartorial & Moodena - Turn It Up (Original Mi...

Holiday Edition 2018

I figured I'd get a jump on things and drop an unexpected surprise for you folks next week in its stead. Party Favorz decided to bring the party indoors and is releasing the annual Holiday Edition a week early!
The Holiday Edition 2018 is chock-full of the biggest Circuit Tribal House music blowing up at the moment. In addition to a brand-spanking new track from the one and only Barbra Streisand, inspired by the current administration and the occupation by individual 1 in OUR HOUSE, there are two more tracks from the soundtrack and its companion "The Greatest Showman," which is turning out to be the gift that keeps on giving.
To boot, we've got the #1 Billboard Dance Club track and the #1Top 100 song of the moment, "Breathin'" and "Thank You, Next" by Ariana Grande, a slew of new Lady Gaga tracks off of the " A Star Is Born" soundtrack mixed by Barry Harris, a tribute mix to Queen "Under Pressure" who are defying all odds with $487.5 million in ticket sales for their biopic "Bohemian Rhapsody," which I'm dying to see, as well as several throwbacks.
In that category, Barry Harris "refreshed" the Weather Girls classic "It's Raining Men" that keeps the original intact but adds a lot of oomph, making it perfect for big room events. Susu Bobien has faithfully recreated the Loleatta Holloway classic "Love Sensation," while Jeanie Tracy takes a turn on the Sylvester classic "You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)," both of which are currently climbing the dance charts.
While I can't discuss every track I do want to make a couple of noteworthy mentions: Dirty Disco shreds Anggun's latest "The Good Is Back" turning it into a massive floor-filler that should be picked up for every DJ's arsenal. You'll also notice that I included Kendra Erika's remake of the Laura Branigan classic "Self Control" after slamming it in my last post. The Ralphi Rosario and Erick Ibiza club mix allows Erika's vocals to shine and the production value is more palatable than the Dirty Werk version I was using. My apologies to Kendra.
I want to give a BIG shoutout to Ludovic D. for his generous donation. If you haven't donated yet, please consider making a contribution towards my efforts. There is no amount too big or small that will be accepted.
I hope everyone's having nicer weather than we are in the south and gearing up for the holidays. I'll be back next week. with that surprise, I mentioned earlier. Until then...ENJOY!
Album: Holiday Edition 2018
Genre: Circuit, Tribal, House
Year: 2018
Total Time: 02:52:19
1. Barbra Streisand - Don't Lie To Me (Jasmin's Intro Mix 2k19)
2. Sextronica feat. Claudia Monet - Little Voices (Dan De Leon & Anthony Griego Massive Mix)
3. Britney Spears - Gimme More (Dario Xavier Club Mix)
4. The Weather Girls - It's Raining Men (Barry Harris Refresh 2018 Mix)
5. Guy Degiacinto feat. Shemuwel - Boomaleke (3-2-1-Go - Original Mix)
6. Anggun - The Good Is Back (Dirty Disco Mainroom Remix)
7. Dion Todd - Remedy For Insanity (Dan Slater Remix)
8. E.P. & S.B. x M.D. - Give It To Me Naked (Tristan Jaxx vs. A.C. with F.H. Mash)
9. Dan Slater feat. Zoe Badwi - Sold My Soul (Lee Harris Remix)
10. Ariana Grande - Breathin' (Dirty Disco Mainroom Remix)
11. Georgie Porgie & Barbara Tucker - Love One Another (Extended Mix)
12. Dirty Disco vs. Queen & Bowie - Under Pressure (Eagle Houston House Remix)
13. Jennifer Lopez - El Anillo (David Michael Tribal Mix)
14. Katerina Villegas - Hey Mami (Dirty Disco Mainroom Remix)
15. Debby Holiday - Waiting For A Lifetime (Wayne G Club Remix)
16. Cher - Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight) (Ralphi Rosario Mix)
17. Kygo feat. Miguel - Remind Me To Forget (Dirty Disco Mainroom Remix)
18. Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper - Shallow (VMC & Leandro Becker Epic Remix)
19. The Greatest Showman Cast - Rewrite The Stars (Enrico Meloni Remix)
20. Jennifer Hudson - I'll Fight (Offer Nissim Remix)
21.

Jingle Electric 2018

It's that time a year again, where Party Favorz delivers one final massive Dance Club set of the latest hits currently on your radar or soon will be.
In keeping with tradition, I like to use a vintage holiday-themed pin-up girl for the artwork of which there appears to be no shortage. Don't hate on me for using something many would consider sexist. I'm just a big fan of all types of vintage advertisements and especially the ones geared towards gay men, which I find hilarious (given the obvious nature of the ads and the time that they were released).
Jingle Electric 2018 expands on the direction I've been moving the Dance-Club series in but takes it even further. Let's face it, I don't want to hear a couple of hours of the same-old thinned out female (or male) voices over a drab reggaeton or EDM beat over and over until everything becomes blurred, any more than I want to hear back to back Trap songs that all sound the same. YAWN!
This time around, I'm delivering the hits along with some under the radar tracks that are either independent or on small labels and that don't necessarily get the exposure they deserve but are seriously worth a spin. I took this further and included tracks that would normally reside on one of my Underground House or Funky Disco House sets to break things up.
Since I typically don't release these types of sets past November and was sitting on some really solid tracks that I was itching to use, I dropped them in. The end result...is nothing short of FABULOUS!
So, if you're go-to genre is the Dance-Club series and you haven't been paying attention to the other two categories, get prepared to get schooled. By dropping a variety of genres in that include commercial dance-club tracks along with some Tech and Funky House, you're in for a real treat that you never knew you wanted; that is, until now.
You'll also notice (depending on your age or musical knowledge) that about a 1/3 of the songs are either classics tracks remade or heavily sample them to create something totally new. I was going to list them all for you, but there are really so many, it would take up an entire page to list everything and their origins. Just know, there is a bevy of '80s and '90s influences contained herein as well as '70s and even early millennium. As I've always said, what's old is new again.
There is one group that I do want to put on everyone's radar (especially if you're a fan of Indie Rock music like I am) is Bang Bang Romeo, who's remixed track "Bag Of Bones" is included in this set. The promos showed up in one of my music services and I was just blown away! I checked out a couple of their videos and this group has got the goods. The centerpiece of BBR is powerhouse vocalist Anastasia Walker backed by Ross Cameron (guitars) and Richard Gartland (drums) who provide a true garage experience. The music is sharp, insightful, and well-written and I fully expect bigger things for them when their first full album drops next year. For now, you can pick up their EP on iTunes or stream it on Spotify. I have no relation with this group, their label or their management. I just love to promote damn good music.
I want to give a HUGE shout out to Lynn H, Glenn A., Mike M., Gene R., and especially Anthony S. for their generous donations. You are all very much appreciated! 
With all that said, I'm in the process of putting together this year's final Circuit Tribal House set for the annual Holiday Edition. Expect that to drop sometime next week before I start rolling out the Year In Dance for 2018 featuring the year's biggest dance club hits! As you can see, we still have a long way to go and this year ain't even over yet.
Until the next time...ENJOY!
After being stuck in traffic earlier for hours and having the opportunity to really preview this set, I decided to go back and make some edits. A total of five songs have been removed from the original post; 4 were outstanding funky house tracks that ...