EDM & House Music: Party Favorz (Circuit, Funky & Dance Classics)

Katy Perry [2015] | The Diva Series

When I headed out for some breakfast yesterday, I was listening to the news in my car and found out that Katy Perry was performing at half-time during the Super Bowl tomorrow.  I'm sure this was not news to everyone but me; yet somehow, someway that bit of information surpassed the little storage bins in my brain.
That also explained why I was getting a run-up on Katy's initial induction into the Diva Hall of Fame in 2013.  I couldn't figure out why that set consistently landed in the top 5 streams/downloads for the past couple of weeks.  Now I know why.
To be honest, Katy was already at the top of my list for a re-induction in March but I decided to go ahead and expedite the process.
I threw the cover art together in about an hour and I think it kicks ass.  Then I left for the day to take care of personal business and when I got back, I sat down and whipped this set out in just over an hour.  Usually, sets will have the first take and then I preview them to see what I like and what I don't, then I go back and make any necessary changes in tracks or versions and correct any issues with beat-matching (a process that can take up to a week with an hour here and an hour there a day).
Ultimately, I think this is a fitting tribute to Katy and her prime-time performance tomorrow.  Party Favorz welcomes Katy Perry's continued stay in the Diva Hall of Fame and looks forward to future inductions.   For those folks wanting to have a pre-Super Bowl Katy party, you're all set ...ENJOY!
Album : The Diva Series starring Katy Perry
Genre : Diva, EDM, Electro-pop
Year : 2015
Total Time : 01:45:31
Birthday (Mark Picchiotti Discopia Remix)
Walking On Air (Country Club Martini Crew 1992 Extended 12'')
Unconditionally (Cosmic Dawn Club Remix)
The One That Got Away (JRMX Club Mix)
Hot 'n' Cold (Jason Nevins Mix)
This Is How We Do (Chris Cox Club Mix)
I Kissed A Girl (Mixin Marc & DJ Bam Bam Remix )
Roar (Cosmic Dawn Club Remix)
Last Friday Night (Almighty Club Mix)
Wide Awake (Cosmic Dawn Remix)
Part Of Me (Freemasons Club Mix)
Dark Horse (Manhattan Clique Remix)
E.T. (Futuristic Lover) (Benny Benassi Club Mix)
It Takes Two (Craig Vanity vs. Tommy Trash Extended)
Peacock (Cory Enemy & Mia Moretti Vocal Club Mix)
Waking Up In Vegas (Manhattan Clique Bellagio Remix)
California Gurls (Manhattan Clique Extended Mix)
Teenage Dream (Manhattan Clique Remix)
Firework (Wideboys Club Mix)

EDM Sessions | Winter 2K15

It's time to kick things into gear with the first EDM post of 2015.  Party Favorz is back in the driver's seat and gearing up for what's bound to be an exciting year in dance music.
The 2K15 Winter EDM Sessions starts off with the electro-power-pop hit "World" by Gia currently riding up the club charts.  This is shaping up to be Gia's first number one on the charts likely propelled by a bucketload of remixes by Dave Aude, Funk Generation, Lenny B, StoneBridge, Eric Morillo, Mike Cruz, DJ Ranny, Dirty Pop and several more.
This quickly leads to newcomer JimiJames "Drop Dat Bitch."  The Dirty Pop remix hits hard on this WOW Jones produced track.  Look for it to be lighting up floors at 1 am around the globe.
We keep up the peak hour with Gwen Stefani's latest "Spark the Fire" and then begin descending into some AWESOME house, which bounces back and forth between current electro-p0p faves.
Special attention should be given to two Terri B tracks.  First is the current number one club hit in the country "Big Fun." This D.O.N.S. produced track was originally released in 2007 on Hed Kandi records but has been re-packaged with new mixes.  Big Fun is a remake of the Inner City classic from 1989 and holds a very special place in my heart landing in my Top 10 all-time house favorites.  It takes some big shoes to fill the space with a remake, but Terri delivers the goods.
The second track featuring Terri's vocals and  currently moving up the club charts (possible second #1 in a year?) is the Cazzette produced "Blind Heart."  The original is a heavenly slice of deep house tracking a new direction for the Swedish duo.  Terri's vocals add a soulfulness, which sets it way apart from the standard white-girl-with-a-thin-vocal-range currently berating the EDM scene.  2015 is shaping up to be a BIG year for this veteran chanteuse.
3LAU & Nom De Strip with Estelle doing vocal duties drop a remake of the 1995 Eurodance classic "Rhythm of the Night,"  simply titled "The Night."  Over the years, there have been a plethora of remixes and covers of this song but these folks hit it out of the park!
Finally, the UK's Ella Henderson single "Yours" closes out the set.  She hasn't completely taken off in the states yet, but "Ghost" (original or remixed) was an excellent debut and Yours further solidifies her potential for mass stardom.  Instead of attempting a big room electrifier, the Wideboys fallback on a more familiar housed-up remix and deliver some soothing ear-candy, while allowing Ella's vocals to shine.
That's about all I got for your weekend.  Hoping everyone's year has gotten off to a good start.
Have a great weekend and as always ...ENJOY!
Album : EDM Sessions | Winter 2K15
Genre : EDM
Year : 2014
Total Time : 1:18:10
Gia - World (Dave Aude Club Mix)
JimiJames - Drop Dat Bitch (Dirty Pop Remix)
Gwen Stefani - Spark The Fire (Kue Remix)
Hozier - Take Me To Church (Delirious & Alex K Bootleg)
Five Knives - Sugar (Stonebridge Block Party Mix)
Fergie - L.A. Love (La La) (Moto Blanco Club Mix)
Mary J. Blige - Right Now (Manufactured Superstars Remix)
Wolfgang Puck - Unholy (Extended Mix)
A-Trak feat. Andrew Wyatt - Push (Cazzette Club Mix)
Michael Calfan - Treasured Soul (Original Mix)
Marlon Roudette - When The Beat Drops Out (Don Diablo Extended Mix)
Natema - Everybody Does (Original Mix)
D.O.N.S. & Terri B! - Big Fun (Original Mix)
Cazzette feat. Terri B! - Blind Heart (Didrick Club Remix)
Mikey B - Stay A While (Tiesto Remix)
Pitbull feat. Ne-Yo - Time Of Our Lives (Discotech Club Mix)
Madonna - Living For Love (Jad Desenchanntee vs. Jonathan Pitch Remix)
3LAU & Nom De Strip feat. Estelle - The Night (Original Mix)
Ella Henderson - Yours (Wideboys Radio Edit)

Donna Summer [The Casablanca Years] | Disco Classics Mix

The first time I heard the derogatory term "fag" was from my own mother. I was engrossed in an Elton John concert on television—the iconic one where he donned a Donald Duck outfit while passionately playing the piano. Oddly, despite owning all his 8-tracks, my mom had taken a sudden disliking to him. Her utterance of that slur bewildered me, as I didn’t quite grasp its connotation. I only knew it wasn't something one wanted to be called. Tragically, the term resurfaced throughout my life, especially before my brother's passing from AIDS in 1986. These days, my mom has toned it down to saying, "that looks gay."
Fast-forward a few years, and I found myself working at Soundcenter, a local record and stereo equipment store. It was a sanctuary for audiophiles, offering everything from high-end stereo systems to albums, 12-inch singles, and more. My responsibilities included overseeing reorders and displays. One fateful June morning in 1980, a news segment on Stonewall aired. My co-worker Ray pointed at the TV and grimly informed me that I, too, would face the same fate as those being arrested. Once again, I was jarred by the term, more so since it was directly aimed at me this time.
While grappling with my own identity—let's just say an Andy Gibb cover provided some clues—I initially had misconceptions about what being gay entailed. For instance, I assumed it involved a certain affinity for leather and kinks not unlike gay stereotyped Village People at the time, which didn't resonate with me. Music, particularly the works of the incomparable Donna Summer, was my refuge from these complex feelings and societal norms.
As a musically obsessed teen, I’d often sneak my confiscated Zenith stereo from my parents’ closet to spin records while they were at work after they took it away due to failing grades. Even though I mostly bought 45s for their cost-effectiveness, purchasing Donna Summer’s “Bad Girls” album was a defining moment. That album felt like an indulgence, an experience enhanced by the tactile joy of sliding out fresh vinyl. I played it obsessively, memorizing every lyric. The songs from "Bad Girls," along with other Donna Summer classics like “I Feel Love” and “Last Dance,” became the soundtrack to my soul-searching years.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEbaeLv-aOo
At Soundcenter, I had a unique opportunity to express my love for Donna Summer. When promotional posters for her “On the Radio: Greatest Hits” came in, you can bet one found its way to my bedroom wall. Yet, as my musical taste evolved, influenced by my older sister and shifting cultural trends, Donna had to make room for Debbie Harry Prestenders and others.
Even as I navigated the complexities of high school and the fear of being labeled "gay," my love for Donna Summer never waned. These days, if I need a mood lift, her music remains my go-to therapy. This final set is a heartfelt homage to the Queen of Disco, and my first true love, Donna Summer.
As for Ray, he took his own life about a year after making those derogatory remarks. It was a dark realization about how those who are most vehemently anti-gay might be wrestling with their own closeted identity. While I can't say I mourned his loss, I can at least comprehend his inner turmoil.
To Donna Summer, the true Queen of Disco, you'll forever occupy a cherished place in my heart and my musical journey. Until the next time...ENJOY!
Donate and keep the party going!
Album : Donna Summer | The Casablanca Years
Genre : Divas, Disco
Year : 2014
Total Time : 01:48:38
Love To Love You Baby (Extended Version)
Could It Be Magic (Extended Mix)
Try Me, I Know We Can Make It (Extended Mix)
Spring Affair (Extended Version)
Heaven Knows (Party Favorz Special Extended Mix) [with Brooklyn Dreams]
With Your Love (12'' Single)
Rumour Has It (Extended Version)
I Love You (Extended Mix)
I Feel Love (12'' Extended)
MacArthur Park Suite (Party Favorz Special Edit)

Blow Your Own Horn 2K15

HOLY COW ...I got it done!  Party Favorz has been deep in the trenches since November delivering non-stop TOP QUALITY sets for all of your P-A-R-T-Y needs.  When it came time to start on the final MEGA-PARTY mix of the year, I didn't know if I had it in me.  My mom was a distraction as I spent 3 days reinstalling and updating her computer after Dell screwed her over to the tune of $400 (the cost of a new computer), which I promptly had them refund or risk my ire with the recorded conversation that was set to go up on YouTube.  If you wonder why it took so long, that's because she lives in Texas and I'm in Georgia.  I do everything for her remotely.
Once I got all of her issues resolved, it was time to get to work and I'll be damned if this set didn't just fall together quite nicely.  I purposely used alternate mixes from the Time Capsule 2K15 and threw in several late-year hits to round it out.  The end result is one solid party-ass-fun set for your New Year's festivities.  In fact, there's no point in looking anywhere else because I got ya covered [self-importance-promotion] with a grin.
The only thing you need to do at this point (besides downloading, which BTW IS FREE TO EVERYONE) is PLAY THIS SHIT LOUD!
HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYBODY!!! -K
Album : Blow Your Own Horn 2015
Genre : EDM
Year : 2014
Total Time : 2:37:33
Gorgon City feat. Jennifer Hudson - Go All Night (Wilkinson Remix Intro)
Calvin Harris - Summer (R3hab & Ummet Ozcan Remix)
Jennifer Lopez feat. Iggy Azalea - Booty (Funk3d Iggy Club Mix)
Beyonce - 711 (Dirty Pop Club Mix)
Five Knives - Sugar (Dirty Pop Club Remix)
Beyonce - Partition (DJ PAULO's Tom Stephan vs. Dave Aude Re-Edit)
Azealea Banks - Chasing Time (Guy Scheiman Club Mix)
David Guetta feat. Sam Martin - Dangerous (Cosmic Dawn & Andy Reese Club Mix)
Secondcity - I Wanna Feel (Patrick Hagenaar Colour Code Club Mix)
Tove Lo - Habits (Kaaze & Simon Gain Remix)
Maroon 5 - Maps (Funk3d Club Mix)
Meghan Trainor - All About That Bass (Jad Desenchanntee vs. Dave Aude Remix)
Ariana Grande feat. Iggy Azalea - Problem (Dave Aude Twerk Club)
Pitbull feat. Ke$ha - Timber (Jump Smokers Remix)
Nicki Minaj - Anaconda (Dirty Pop Deconstruction)
Iggy Azalea feat. Rita Ora - Black Widow (Dem Slackers Extended Mix)
Charli XCX - Boom Clap (Young Bombs Remix)
Moxie Raia - Buffalo Bill (Tiësto Remix)
Ellie Goulding - Burn (Toy Armada & DJ Grind Flaming Anthem Mix)
Coldplay - A Sky Full Of Stars (Sultan n Ned Shepard Remix)
Sia - Chandelier (Hector Fonseca Remix)
Calvin Harris feat. John Newman - Blame (Bassanova Remix)
The Chainsmokers feat. sirenXX - Kanye (Club Mix)
Ariana Grande feat. Zedd - Break Free (Dark Intensity Club Mix)
The Ting Tings - Wrong Club (Tom Stephan Mix)
Ed Sheeran - Don't (Don Diablo Remix)
Kiesza - Hideaway (Dzeko & Torres Remix)
John Legend - All Of Me (Tiësto Remix)
Alesso feat. Tove Lo - Heroes (We Could Be) (Extended Mix)
Robbie Rivera & The EKGs - What To Do Now (Lahox & Robbie Rivera Mix)
Jesse J with Ariana Grande & Nicki Minaj - Bang Bang (Groove Controllerz Remix)
The Chainsmokers - #Selfie (Club Mix Dirty)
Iggy Azalea feat. Charli XCX - Fancy (The Scene Kings Dirty Remix)
The Bello Boys feat. Kat DeLuna - Last Call (JKGD Club Mix)
Taylor Swift - Shake It Off (Jad Desenchanntee vs. Dave Aude Remix Extended)
Katy Perry - Dark Horse (Manhattan Clique Remix)
Tiesto feat. Matthew Koma - Wasted (Tiesto Remix)
Mark Ronson feat. Bruno Mars - Uptown Funk (Delirious & Alex K Club Mix)
Beyonce - XO (Cosmic Dawn Club Mix)

The Diva Series featuring Martha Wash

It's been a long time coming but I've finally got around to inducting the dynamic and vocally gifted Martha Wash into the Diva Hall of Fame.  With her drama-filled soprano, Martha came to fame in the late 70s as part of the duo Two Tons O' Fun.  Along with Izora Armstead, the ladies were the backup singers for the other "Queen of Disco" Sylvester.
In 1982, the duo's name changed to The Weather Girls and they went on to record the biggest song of their career "It's Raining Men," a song passed over by Barbara Streisand for her "Wet" album.  To this day, the early 80s disco song is considered iconic and a classic by all standards.
After the duo split in 1985, Martha transitioned into house music and lent her voice to several massive hits by Black Box and C+C Music Factory.  As a solo artist, she continued to rack up several more #1 Billboard club hits like "Give It to You" and "Catch the Light."
She continues to perform today and has had more recent #1 club hits (Keep Your Body Working, I'm Not Coming Down) performing with legendary DJ Tony Moran, the latter taken from her recent solo album "Something Good."
Martha is a legend, an icon. an ally of the gay community, and a true goddess with an amazing voice.  For these reasons and more, Party Favorz honors Miss Martha Wash by inducting her into the Diva Hall of Fame.  XOXOXO
Donate and keep the party going!
Album : Martha Wash | The Diva Series
Genre : House Classics, Circuit House
Year : 2014
Total Time : 01:33:09
1. Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now) (Hot Tracks Remix) [C+C Music Factory]
2. I Don't Know Anybody Else (Steve Hurley's Remix) [Black BoxI]
3. Strike It Up (Brothers In Rhythm Mixshow Edit) [Black Box]
4. Give It To You (Maurice's 12'' Mix)
5. Runaround (Tee's 12'' Mix Master Dub Fist Fusion)
6. Carry On [Full Intention Club Mix]
7. Keep On Jumpin' (Tee's Freeze Mix) [Todd Terry feat. Jocelyn Brown]
8. Todd TerrySomething Going On (Original Mix) [Todd Terry feat. Jocelyn Brown]
9. Everybody Everybody feat. (Kinky Roland Balearic Remix) [Black Box]
10. I'm Not Coming Down (Wayne G. Throwback Club Mix)
11. It's My Time (Papercha$er Extended Mix)
12. StarchaserKeep Me...! (Original Extended Vocal)
13. Keep Your Body Workin' (Soulshaker vs. Bassmonkeys Club Mix) [with Tony Moran]
14. Come (Hex Hector Maximum Room Mix)
15. Catch The Light (Sound Factory Club Mix)
16. Listen To The People (Haarmeyer Anthem Mix) [Small Voices Calling]
17. It's Raining Men (Almighty Definitive Mix)

Holiday Edition 2K14 | Volume 2

SURPRISE! I had not previously announced the second part of the 2014 Holiday Edition because I wasn’t sure if there would be one.  But, as songs continued to pour in, it became abundantly clear I was gonna have to do something with them since the Winter Edition doesn’t usually come out until late January to early February.
I opened things up with Division 4’s update of the Martha Wash classic Catch the Light and what a winner this is.  He makes use of the familiar Infinity sax during the drop before pumping it back up to a circuit-laced deep house infused floor-filler, perfect for warming your sets up before all hell breaks loose.
I went ahead and added Barry Harris’ Divalicious remix of Bonnie Tyler’s Total Eclipse of the Heart which added a lot more dramatic flair to his original remix featured in the last set.  I also dropped in his full-on remix of Love Come Home by Kristine W, which adds about another 2 minutes of drop 2/3 of the way in compared to his mixshow I previously posted.  I also dropped Ranny’s remix of Astrofreeks Keep It Moving featuring Kathy Sledge of We Are Family fame, a tune that’s been powering up the club charts with a bevy of stellar remixes.  Other than that, everything else is brand-spanking new kick-ass tribal beats.
While the entire set is a masterful collection of the latest in circuit-house, there are some standouts worth focusing on.  The Barry Harris remix Sugar by Five Knives (look for other equally great remixes across genres that come with the package as well), Speak No Evil with its heart-pounding big beats and power-house vocals by Kimberly Davis; Guy Scheiman’s Brazilian party anthem Brazil You’re Ready and Robbie Rivera’s return to form with his big room progressive track Sexy Anytime.
I also want to take an opportunity to give big cred to Tracy Young, who I previously have been hard on for turning out Bey’s 711 to the MAX.  She keeps it dark and tribal while focusing on the key party phrases of the song making it more on an anthemic dub that’s bound to pack the floors well into next year.  Well done, my lady!
I hope everyone’s finished up all your shopping and are ready for the holidays.  In fact, get off the roads forget that shit and get ready for an extended party, because Party Favorz is the gift that keeps on giving.  I WILL be back on Tuesday with a very special Diva Series for everyone’s pleasure.  I just put the final mixdown on that set last night and am so excited to be releasing this.  I had a ton of fun putting it together.  Make sure to add that to your holiday calendar.
Until then …ENJOY!
Album : Holiday Edition 2K14 v2
Genre : Circuit, Tribal, Progressive, House
Year : 2014
Total Time : 01:50:36
1. Martha Wash - Catch The Light (Division 4's Infinity Remix)
2. Bonnie Tyler - Total Eclipse Of The Heart (Barry Harris Xtra Drama Re-Remix)
3. Five Knives - Sugar (Barry Harris Remix)
4. David Ohana Aviance feat. EJ Kevin Perry & Mother Juan Aviance - Aviously Aviance (Dub)
5. Kristine W - Love Come Home (Barry Harris Tribal Anthem Club Mix)
6. Kimberly Davis - Speak No Evil (D1 Music Tribal Remix)
7. Guy Scheiman feat. Trenyce - Brazil You're Ready (Synthetic) (Original Mix)
8. Eartha Kitt - Where Is My Man (Offer Nissim Remix)
9. India - Dancing On The Fire (Bryan Reyes 2015 Club Mix)
10. DJ Sammy - Heaven (Toy Armada & DJ Grind Dance Anthem)
11. Aristofreeks feat. Kathy Sledge - Keep It Moving (Ranny's Club Mix)
12. JimiJames - DropDatBitch (Casey Alva Club Mix)
13. Colton Ford - Look My Way (Tony Moran & Warren Riggs Club Mix)
14. Pamala Stanley - This Is Hot (Rinaldo Montezz Carnival Remix)
15. Wayne G - Can You Feel It (Wayne G Throwback Anthem)
16. Robbie Rivera feat. Billy W - Sexy Anytime (Original Mix)
17. Beyonce - 711 (Tracy Young's Smack it in the Air Reconstruction Mix)
18. J-Idris - Stare At The Ocean (Hector Fonseca & Tommy Love Vocal Mix)
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Top Dance Songs of 2014 Volume 4

As we delve into the final installment of the Top Dance Songs of 2014, we showcase an extraordinary year that underscored the dominance of house music. The fourth volume of the Top Dance Songs of 2014 highlights some of the most memorable house music tracks that captured our hearts and moved our feet.
The summer was set alight with Klingande's feel-good anthem 'Jubel', while Duke Dumont took us on a nostalgic trip back to the 90s with 'I Got U'. 2014 was undeniably a stellar year for house music, and the tracks featured in our list are proof of this remarkable trend.
From the rise to prominence of Disclosure, who gifted us with hits such as 'F For You' and 'Latch', to the impressive debut of Canada’s Kieza with 'Hideaway', the Top Dance Songs of 2014 underscored the resurgence of house music and its sub-genres - deep house, nu-disco, and indie dance - into the mainstream consciousness. After more than a decade, house music has reclaimed its spot at the top, echoing what house-heads have always known: House music reigns supreme!
As we approach the end of the year, Party Favorz continues its mission to get everyone on their feet, celebrating with the best dance tracks of the year.
Until next year...ENJOY!
Album : Time Capsule 2K14 | The Year’s Best House Music
Genre : House, Deep House, NuDisco
Year : 2014
Total Time : 02:20:04
1. Klingande - Jubel (Nora En Pure Remix)
2. Wankelmut & Emma Louise - My Head Is A Jungle (MK Remix)
3. Shadow Child & Doorly - Piano Weapon (Instrumental)
4. Patrick Topping - Forget (Original Mix)
5. Dave Aude & Crazibiza feat. Vassy - Hustlin' (Slideback vs. Dave Aude Vocal Remix)
6. Ruffneck feat. Yavahn - Everybody Be Somebody (Lucas & Steve Remix)
7. Disclosure feat. Sam Smith - Latch (Oliver Heldens Remix)
8. Sia - Chandelier (Cutmore Club Remix)
9. Kiesza - Hideaway (Extended Mix)
10. Daniel Steinberg - Let Me Down (Tube & Berger Remix)
11. Mr. Probz - Waves (Robin Schulz Remix)
12. Clean Bandit feat. Jess Glynne - Rather Be (Extended Mix)
13. Disclosure feat. Mary J Blige - F For You (Club Mix)
14. The Magician feat. Years & Years - Sunlight (Extended mix)
15. Lana Del Rey - West Coast (MK Remix)
16. SecondCity - I Wanna Feel (Club Mix)
17. Duke Dumont - Won't Look Back (Jax Jones Remix)
18. Basement Jaxx - Never Say Never (Extended Mix)
19. Dirty Vegas - Setting Sun (Nora en Pure Remix)
20. Gorgon City feat. Jennifer Hudson - Go All Night (Extended Mix)
21. Dusky - Yoohoo (Original)
22. Red Carpet - Alright 2014 (Lucas & Steve Nothing But Funk Remix)
23. Oliver $ & Jimi Jules - Pushing On
24. Sigma feat. Paloma Faith - Changing (Zoo Station Club Edit)
25. Sam Smith - Stay With Me (eSQUIRE Deep House Bootleg Remix)
26. Clean Bandit - Real Love (Extended Mix)
27. Gorgon City feat. Laura Welsh - Here For You (Extended Mix)
28. Lilly Wood & The Prick - Prayer In C (Robin Schulz Bootleg)
29. Duke Dumont feat. Jax Jones - I Got U (Original Mix)

Top Dance Songs of 2014 Volume 3

The Top Dance Songs for 2014 owes its vibrancy to versatile DJs who redefined original productions with their unique touch.The pivotal role of the DJ in 2014's EDM landscape cannot be understated. These DJs are more than just spinners of records; they're producers, artists, and influencers in their own right.
Foremost among them are EDM stalwarts like Tiesto, Angello + Ingrosso, Avicii, Calvin Harris, and Deadmau5, whose concert spectacles have turned them into multi-million-dollar entities. Newcomers like Martin Garrix with 'Animals' and Duke Dumont with 'I Got U' also made a strong impact, contributing to the Top Dance Songs for 2014.
Major labels propelled young talents like Zedd into the limelight, while producers like Cosmic Dawn and The Chainsmokers became sought after for their commercial appeal. Despite the growing popularity leading to a decrease in output for artists like DJ Laszlo and Danny Verde, their contribution to the Top Dance Songs for 2014 cannot be overlooked.
On the radar for 2015 is Guy Scheiman, whose unique fusion of Circuit Tribal House and progressive EDM has been turning heads. Equally influential is Barry Harris, one-half of Thunderpuss, who has revitalized the circuit-house scene with his innovative approach.
As we look back at the Top Dance Songs for 2014, we must also anticipate the rising trends. House music, for instance, has seen a resurgence, which will be showcased in our upcoming volume dedicated to the biggest house tunes of the year.
Stay tuned, follow the beat, and remember to always...ENJOY!
Album : Time Capsule 2K14 | Volume 3
Genre : EDM, Electro, Commercial
Year : 2014
Total Time : 01:27:07
1. Basement Jaxx - Never Say Never (Tiesto & Moti Remix)
2. Bastille - Pompeii (Audien Remix)
3. Secondcity - I Wanna Feel (Patrick Hagenaar Colour Code Club Mix)
4. Shakira feat. Rihanna - Can't Remember To Forget You (Fedde Le Grand Remix)
5. Jennifer Lopez feat. Iggy Azalea & Pitbull - Booty (Guy Scheiman Club Mix)
6. Nicki Minaj - Anaconda (Dirty Pop Deconstruction)
7. Charli XCX - Boom Clap (Cahill Extended Mix)
8. Jennifer Lopez - First Love (Goldhouse Club Remix)
9. Maroon 5 - Maps (Papercha$er Remix)
10. Tiesto feat. Matthew Koma - Wasted (Tiesto Remix)
11. Jessie J with Ariana Grande & Nicki Minaj - Bang Bang (Disco Suckz Remix)
12. Nicky Romero & Anouk - Feet On The Ground (Original Mix)
13. John Newman - Love Me Again (Vice Remix)
14. Tove Lo - Habits (The Chainsmokers Extended Remix)
15. Rita Ora - I Will Never Let You Down (R3hab Remix)
16. Katy Perry - This Is How We Do (Steven Redant Vocal Mix)
17. Beyoncé - XO (Cosmic Dawn Club Mix)
18. Duke Dumont feat. Jax Jones - I Got U (W & W Remix)

Top Dance Songs of 2014 Volume 2

Welcome to the second installment of our annual wrap-up, featuring the Top Dance Songs for 2014. While this year may have felt somewhat subdued in the EDM scene, it was not without its fun dance-craze songs like #Selfie by the Chainsmokers, which followed in the footsteps of previous hits like Eat Sleep Rave Repeat by Fatboy Slim and the Korean breakthrough monster hit Gangnam Style by PSY.
Absent this year were big-name releases from industry giants like Rihanna or Madonna. However, this allowed newcomers like Kiesza to break through with her debut song, Hideaway. The controversial Azealia Banks also made her mark with the critically acclaimed album and song, Chasing Time.
One memorable trend in the Top Dance Songs for 2014 was the celebration of the 'booty.' Meghan Trainor's All About the Bass, Nicki Minaj's Anaconda, and Jennifer Lopez and Iggy Azalea's Booty, all celebrated the body positivity movement.
Beyonce and Ariana Grande were two standout performers this year. Beyonce's surprise album at the end of 2013 remained popular throughout 2014, while Grande emerged as a talented pop artist with a powerful voice, further contributing to the Top Dance Songs for 2014.
Keep an eye out for more in our series as we continue to unpack the highlights of this year in dance music. Stay tuned for surprises, and as always...ENJOY!
Album : Time Capsule 2K14 | Volume 2
Genre : EDM, Electro, Commercial
Year : 2014
Total Time : 01:18:28
1. Beyoncé - Drunk In Love (Cosmic Dawn Club Mix)
2. David Guetta & Showtek feat. Vassy - Bad (Club Mix)
3. Idina Menzel - Let It Go (Papercha$er Club Remix)
4. John Legend - All Of Me (Cosmic Dawn Club Mix)
5. Kiesza - Hideaway (Dzeko & Torres Remix)
6. Nico & Vinz - Am I Wrong (Cosmic Dawn 2014 Remix)
7. Robbie Rivera & The EKGs - What To Do Now (Lahox & Robbie Rivera Mix)
8. Maroon 5 - Animals (Cosmic Dawn Club Mix)
9. Mary Lambert feat. B.o.B - Secrets (Jump Smokers Extended Remix)
10. The Chainsmokers - #Selfie (Club Mix Dirty)
11. Iggy Azalea feat. Charli XCX - Fancy (The Scene Kings Dirty Remix)
12. The Bello Boys feat. Kat DeLuna - Last Call (JKGD Club Mix)
13. Taylor Swift - Shake It Off (Jad Desenchanntee vs. Dave Aude Remix Extended)
14. A Great Big World & Christina Aguilera - Say Something (Kill The Buzz Club Remix)
15. Sander Van Doorn, Martin Garrix & DVBBS feat. Aleesia - Gold Skies (Original Mix)
16. Alesso feat. Tove Lo - Heroes (We Could Be) (Extended Mix)
17. Tiesto - Red Lights (Original Mix)
18. Ariana Grande feat. Zedd - Break Free (Extended Mix)
19. Demi Lovato feat. Cher Lloyd - Really Don’t Care (Cole Plante Remix)

Top Dance Songs of 2014 Volume 1

Dive into the year's best EDM tracks with Party Favorz's annual series of Top Dance Songs of 2014. This year marked a transitional phase in the electronic music landscape. While big room anthems continue to saturate the scene, a noticeable shift towards the resurgence of Disco and House music has emerged, undoubtedly spurred by the successful Daft Punk comeback.
Pioneers like Duke Dumont with the Whitney Houston-inspired "I Got You," along with Disclosure, Gorgon City, SecondCity, and Clean Bandit, have led this year's music evolution. Notably, these acts all hail from the UK, indicating a new wave of British invasion in the music industry.
Our compilation of Top Dance Songs for 2014 is far from a blind follower of charts. Instead, it incorporates a balanced mixture of chart toppers, audience favorites on YouTube and SoundCloud, and our personal selections. This method provides a faithful reflection of the year's most memorable dance tracks.
This year, we've distilled the essence of commercial electro-pop-house into three powerful volumes, filled with tunes that had dancefloors worldwide buzzing. Plus, we've crafted a special fourth set dedicated solely to House Music, highlighting the variety of outstanding music released within its sub-genres in 2014.
Stay tuned for the upcoming second volume of the Top Dance Songs for 2014 series dropping soon. Until then, let the beats of 2014's finest dance music take you on a vibrant journey.
Until the next time...ENJOY!
Album : Time Capsule 2K14 | Volume 1
Genre : EDM, Electro, Commercial
Year : 2014
Total Time : 01:20:37
1. Ariana Grande feat. Iggy Azalea - Problem (Discotecture Remix)
2. Bebe Rexha - I Can't Stop Drinking About You (The Chainsmokers Extended Mix)
3. Avicii - You Make Me (Extended Mix)
4. Katy Perry - Dark Horse (Goldhouse Club Mix)
5. Calvin Harris - Summer (Extended Mix)
6. Porter Robinson feat. Urban Cone - Lionhearted (Arty Remix)
7. Disclosure feat. Sam Smith - Latch (Lost Kings Remix)
8. Ed Sheeran - Sing (Syn Cole Extended Mix)
9. Moxie Raia - Buffalo Bill (Tiësto Remix)
10. Azealia Banks - Chasing Time (North 2 South Clean Extended Remix)
11. Iggy Azalea feat. Rita Ora - Black Widow (Dem Slackers Extended Mix)
12. Pitbull feat. Ke$ha - Timber (Jump Smokers Remix)
13. 3LAU feat. Bright Lights - How You Love Me (Original Mix)
14. MAGIC! - Rude (Zedd Extended Remix)
15. Coldplay feat. Avicii - A Sky Full Of Stars (Hi Def Bootleg)
16. Calvin Harris feat. John Newman - Blame (Bassanova Remix)
17. The Chainsmokers feat. sirenXX - Kanye (Club Mix)
18. Pharrell Williams - Happy (Danny Dove Remix)

Jingle Electric 2K14

Moving along, I’ve got the annual Jingle Electric 2K14 edition featuring the latest in EDM, Electro-pop, and House …STOP THE PRESSES!  Did I just say House?  Yup.
While I could have easily loaded this set with big-ass anthems from start to finish, I decided to really shake things up this go around.  In fact, this will be the direction I’ll be steering this series in over the coming months.  Things are finally changing (for the better) in commercial electronic music, though clearly many of the independent labels and majors haven’t gotten the message but they’re coming around.
In an effort to jump ahead and help prod them along, I concocted a set this go around that better reflects the currents trends and frankly, I’m very pleased with the outcome.  I didn’t deprive anyone of big EDM anthems, cause there are some here but I had so many I selectively picked what I thought was the least generic and mixed them in with some slamming house beats.  I’m more than confident that folks who follow the EDM series will go down this road with me.  If not, then get with the program cause the Pied Piper is leading the charge.
I’ll let this set speak for itself because Party Favorz is on a roll this morning with our Triple Play.  So hang tight folks, cause we ain’t done yet!
Album : Jingle Electric 2K14
Genre : EDM, Electro-pop, House
Year : 2014
Total Time : 01:19:03
1. Maroon 5 - Animals (Cosmic Dawn Club Mix)
2. Nabiha - Animals (Hoxton Whores Remix)
3. Chocolate Puma & Firebeatz - I Can't Understand (Original)
4. Dave Aude & Crazibiza feat. Vassy - Hustlin' (Slideback vs. Dave Aude Vocal Remix)
5. Lazy Rich & Hot Mouth - BONK (Original Mix)
6. Francesco Yates - Call (Qulinez Remix)
7. ZHU - Faded (Dzeko & Torres Remix)
8. Kiesza - No Enemiesz (Syn Cole Remix)
9. Ella Henderson - Ghost (Dave Aude Extended Mix)
10. David Guetta feat. Sam Martin - Dangerous (Cosmic Dawn & Andy Reese Club Mix)
11. Gorgan City feat. Jennifer Hudson - Go All Night (Freemasons Club Mix)
12. Secondcity - I Wanna Feel (Patrick Hagenaar Colour Code Club Mix)
13. Iggy Azalea feat. MØ - Beg For It (Jad Desenchanntee vs. Dave Aude Remix)
14. Azealea Banks - Chasing Time (Guy Scheiman Club Mix) (Rap Version)
15. Ariana Grande feat. The Weeknd - Love Me Harder (Country Club Martini Crew Remix)
16. Cedric Gervais feat. Ali Tamposi - Love Again (Extended Version)
17. Axwell & Ingrosso - Something New

Holiday Edition 2K14

Welcome to the 2K14 Holiday Edition!  This is the annual circuit set that’s BIG and TRIBAL with enough heat to keep you fueled during those long wintery workouts.
We’ve got all the current big hits and some that will soon be melting the nation’s dance floors (Ghost, Booty, All About the Bass, In Love Alone, Turn It Up, Love Come Home and Dipped in Ecstacy); Circuit and house classics re-worked for today’s clubbers (100% Pure Love, Everyday, Total Eclipse of the Heart and All Around the World) plus the return of Ricky Martin (Adios) and Erasure (Reason) and even a cheesy little re-work of ABBA’s disco classic Voulez Vouz.
I especially want to give praise to XELLE, the girl group out of New York that is part Spice Girls, part Ke$ha and part ABBA all rolled into one sugary electro-pop confection that is more fun than sitting at home on a Saturday night playing with your winky.
As promised, we’ve got a lot of updates today, so hold tight because there are more heading your way!
Album : Holiday Edition 2K14
Genre : Circuit, Tribal, Progressive, House
Year : 2014
Total Time : 01:48:31
1. Ella Henderson - Ghost (Toy Armada & DJ GRIND Club Mix)
2. Armand Pena & Crystal Waters - 100% Pure Love (Original Mix)
3. Alex Acosta - Tribe Drums (Toy Armada & DJ GRIND Club Mix)
4. Jennifer Lopez feat. Iggy Azalea & Pitbull - Booty (Guy Scheiman Club Mix)
5. Meghan Trainor - All About That Bass (Gustavo Scorpio Private Mix)
6. Kim English - Everyday (Alexx Berrios & Thiago Costa Classic Remix 2K15)
7. Ricky Martin - Adios (Danny Verde Remix)
8. XELLE - Sweat (Floor One Big Remix)
9. Betty Who - All Of You (Hector Fonseca & Tommy Love Tribal Dub)
10. Abba - Voulez Vouz (George M. Reconstruction Mix)
11. Bella Thorne - Call It Whatever (Razor N Guido Main Remix)
12. Stephan Grondin feat. Ceevox - Why Can't U Be (Jay Santi Remix)
13. Joe Gauthreaux feat. Erica Gabriel - Yes! (Original Mix)
14. Black Box - Everybody Everybody (M. Torrez & Dri Toscano Mash Mix)
15. Dom Tufaro & Mike Licata feat. Amanda Wilson - In Love Alone (Toy Armada & DJ GRIND Club Mix)
16. Kwanza Jones - Turn It Up (Monikkr Club Mix)
17. Bonnie Tyler - Total Eclipse Of The Heart (Barry Harris 2K15 Tribal Anthem Remix)
18. Kristine W - Love Come Home (Barry Harris Tribal Anthem Remix)
19. Flaunt feat. Justin Jennings - Dipped In Ecstacy (DJTing MIX)
20. Erasure - Reason (JRMX Remix)
21. Lisa Stansfield - All Around The World (Paul Morrell Remix)