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

T-Dance Edition 2009 Volume 5 | Warm-up

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NOW, ON TO THE MUSIC!
Album : T-Dance Edition 2009 v5   
Genre : Funky, House, Soulful, NuDisco
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:47:39:00
Track : 1
Title : Thinking of Someone Else (Mystery & Matt Early Reprise)
Artist : Tinatin
Track : 2
Title : The Remedy (H&H Soulsurvivors Remix)
Artist : Keith Thompson
Track : 3
Title : Come Into My Life (Wideboys Club Mix)
Artist : Antoinette
Track : 4
Title : Groove School (Grant Nelson Remix)
Artist : DeepCitySoul
Track : 5
Title : Believe In Sleeptalk (Jay Santi Bootleg)
Artist : Studiopunks vs. ATFC
Track : 6
Title : Just Because (Phunkk Mob Mix)
Artist : Thomas Gold feat. Amanda Wilson
Track : 7
Title : Can't Get High Without U (Eric Kupper Classic Funk Mix)
Artist : Joey Negro
Track : 8
Title : You're Mine (Club Mix)
Artist : Solitaire with Katherine Ellis
Track : 9
Title : Game Of Love (Full Vocal Mix)
Artist : Jay Santi
Track : 10
Title : I Need You Now (Grant Nelson Mix)
Artist : Agnes
Track : 11
Title : Love That Jazz (Extended Vocal Mix)
Artist : Kim English
Track : 12
Title : This Is How We Do It (DJ Meme Mix)
Artist : Loui & Scibi feat. Jacob A.
Track : 13
Title : Cool Lovin (Ralf Gum Classic Vocal Mix)
Artist : DJ Dealer feat. Lisa Millett
Track : 14
Title : Party People (FOP Club Mix)
Artist : Far Out Productions feat. Kimberley Roberts
Track : 15
Title : Broken Hearted Girl (Ospina & Oscar P Club Remix)
Artist : Beyonce
Track : 16
Title : I Need Somebody Tonight (Joey Negro Serious Mix)
Artist : Thelma Houston
Track : 17
Title : Love Sensation '09 (Midnight Express Classic Gold Mix)
Artist : Loleatta Holloway
Track : 18
Title : Laidback & Groovin' (Vocal Mix)
Artist : Andy Craig feat. Rowetta
Track : 19
Title : Got To Be Real (Felice Remix)
Artist : Groovesplitters feat. Shena

BPM Edition 2009 #9

I bet you thought I was going to leave you all without anything for the holiday weekend.  Now, I wouldn't do that to you.  In a nutshell, you're looking at a combo serving of electro-pop, funky house, big room and progressive house all rolled into one giant turkey wrap.  Mmmm, delicious!  I even added a little gravy on the side to dip it in.
This was going to be a double set, but the more I started listening to the songs that I set aside, the more they felt like filler or stuffing, and not the fabulous kind MoMo used to make.  So, I started cutting stuff out and went back to the drawing board with what was left and came out with twenty songs that I am totally feeling right now.  Keep listening, because just when you think you got your groove on, it's going to change and then change again.  Think of it like hitting your "G" spot from different directions, all of which feel remarkably good.
After a bevy of hot releases earlier than usual this year, things have slowed down.  With all the big name releases dropping, I'm expecting a late influx of new releases in the next few weeks.  If so, we may get one final BPM for the year.  If not, I may just have to combine them with the upcoming Holiday Edition, which is still a few weeks out. So stay tuned on that front.
I hope everyone in the US has a fantastic Turkey day!  For the vegan lovers (Debra comes to mind) enjoy your tofu   Even though slavemaster Stephen has agreed to get up early Friday morning to work with me, I expect to be taking it pretty easy through the weekend.  Also, remember to relax folks, don't let family get to you.  Rick and I have a break from that this year as mom damn near burnt the house down on one of her senior moments.  Currently, she and dad are holding up at an Embassy Suites, waiting for all the repairs and smoke clearing to be done, so I guess it's just as well.  I'll be back sometime in early December as I look for something to cook up for you folks while waiting for some new tunes to come rolling in.  Until then, HAPPY THANKSGIVING and as always ENJOY!
Album : BPM Edition v9
Genre : Electro, Funky, House, Progressive
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:48:02:00
Track : 1
Title : I Promised Myself (7th Heaven Mix)
Artist : Basshunter
Purchase : Promo
Track : 2
Title : Bad Romance (Bimbo Jones Vocal Mix)
Artist : Lady Gaga
Purchase : Promo
Track : 3
Title : Make It On Time (ML Original Extended Mix)
Artist : 20 Dollars Motel
Purchase : Juno
Track : 4
Title : You're Mine (K Klass Remix)
Artist : Solitaire with Katherine Ellis
Purchase : XpressBeats
Track : 5
Title : The Soulshaker (Original Mix)
Artist : Max Linen
Purchase : Beatport
Track : 6
Title : Anyway (DJ DLG Bigroom Disco Mix)
Artist : Armand Van Helden pres. Duck Sauce
Purchase : Promo
Track : 7
Title : Gimme Your Love (Newton Remix)
Artist : Gary Blade
Purchase : Juno
Track : 8
Title : Meet Me Halfway (Richard Vission Remix)
Artist : Black Eyed Peas
Purchase : Amazon
Track : 9
Title : Make Me (Dave Aude Club Mix)
Artist : Janet
Purchase : Promo
Track : 10
Title : Fresh Out The Oven (Space Cowboy Remix)
Artist : Lola a.k.a. Jennifer Lopez
Purchase : Promo
Track : 11
Title : Supernature '09 (Club Mix)
Artist : Cerrone
Purchase : Beatport
Track : 12
Title : I Like Boys (Dystonix Mix)
Artist : Nahja
Purchase : Beatport
Track : 13
Title : 3 (Groove Police Club Mix)
Artist : Britney Spears
Purchase : Amazon
Track : 14
Title : Everybody In Love (Cahill Club Mix)
Artist : JLS
Purchase : Promo
Track : 15
Title : I Wish (Cahill Club Mix)
Artist : Mini Viva
Purchase : Promo
Track : 16
Title : World of Change (Lissat & Voltaxx Remix)
Artist : Sonique
Purchase : iTunes
Track : 17
Title : One Love (Extended)
Artist : David Guetta feat. Estelle
Purchase : Beatport
Track : 18
Title : Come Back (Sunfreakz Extended Mix)
Artist : Sophia May
Purchase : Masterbeat
Track : 19

Janet Jackson: The Diva Series Volume 2 – The Millennium Remixes and Club Chart Triumphs

Janet Jackson's evolution as a musical icon didn't halt as the 90s came to a close; it merely shifted gears. Embracing the pulsating energies of the new millennium's club scene, Janet successfully transitioned her sound to resonate with the latest dance music trends. It's a journey amplified by collaborations with renowned DJs like Tony Moran, Thunderpuss, Peter Rauhofer, and Junior Vasquez. These partnerships ensured that Janet's footprint on the dance floor remained indelible.
In 1997, "The Velvet Rope" acted as a turning point, capturing the essence of what was hot in clubs. It was a transformation, not a departure—something that becomes more evident when you hear tracks like "Together Again," masterfully reimagined by Tony Moran. His remix gave the song a new, energetic dimension that kept dance floors packed.
By the time "Damita Jo" was released, Janet had fully embraced the burgeoning electro and progressive genres, a trend she further amplified in "Discipline." Though the album topped the Billboard charts, it didn't churn out any hit singles, leaving many to wonder if her career had hit a plateau. Critics argued, but the club scene told a different story. Her streak of No. 1s on club charts endured, proving that Janet was as relevant as ever in spaces that mattered to her most ardent fans.
It's tempting to blame her momentary commercial slip on the infamous Super Bowl incident, but it's also possible that Janet was just too far ahead of the mainstream curve. Regardless, she continued to hold her own as a powerhouse on the club circuit. Songs like "Rock With U," remixed by Soundpusher, and "All Nite (Don't Stop)" with the Low End Specialists Main Mix, continued to be dance-floor staples.
While the rumor mill buzzed with speculations of her collaboration with long-time associate Jimmy Jam and a delayed new album, it was clear that Janet, or Miss Jackson if you're nasty, was far from finished. With a greatest hits package released and a life full of musical options ahead of her, it was evident that Janet would continue to rule the dance scene in whatever form she chose.
What comes next in her career may be shrouded in mystery, but one thing is clear: Janet Jackson's story in dance music is far from over. And we can't wait to see what she pulls off next.
Until the next time...ENJOY!
Donate and keep the party going!
Album : Janet Jackson Volume 2
Genre : Club, House
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:31:26.00
1. Together Again (Tony Moran 12” Club Mix Edit)
2. Call On Me (Tony Moran’s ‘Autumn Leaves’ Club Mix)
3. The Pleasure Principle (Danny Tengalia's Twilo Dub)
4. Make Me (Dave Aude Club Mix)
5. Rock With U (Soundpusher Remix)
6. All Nite (Don’t Stop) (Low End Specialists Main Mix)
7. Just A Little While (Peter Rauhofer Club Mix)
8. Son Of A Gun (Al B. Rich Son Of A Club Remix)
9. Throb (David Morales Legendary Club Mix)
10. Feedback (Jody Den Broeder Club)
11. All For You (Thunderpuss Change It Up Mix)
12. So Excited (Junior Vasquez Club Mix)
13. Come On Get Up (Milk & Sugar Retro Mix)
14. Twenty Foreplay (Junior Vasquez Jungle Club Mix)
15. Someone To Call My Lover (HQ2 Club Mix)

Janet Jackson: The Breakout Years | Diva Series Volume 1

As the youngest member of the illustrious Jackson family, Janet Jackson entered the music industry with high expectations. While her first two albums didn't make a splash, it was her third outing, "Control," that transformed her into a musical juggernaut. Working with iconic producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, Janet abandoned the saccharine pop of her early career for a more assertive, funky sound. With hits like "What Have You Done For Me Lately," "Nasty," "When I Think Of You," and "Control," the album was a game-changer, not just for Janet, but for pop and dance music alike.
Her meteoric rise continued with the release of "Rhythm Nation" in 1989. This wasn't just an album; it was a statement. Infused with potent social commentary alongside irresistible dance tracks like "Miss You Much" (Shep’s House Mix) and "Rhythm Nation" (House Nation Mix), Janet was now in an orbit all her own. Her transformation from a "tough little girl" to a confident, sexy icon was complete when she unleashed "Love Will Never Do (Without You)" (U.K. Funky Mix) and later performed "Black Cat" (3 Snaps Up 12') at the MTV Music Awards.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xaZoZd4IwgI
The momentum was unstoppable. She inked an $80 million contract with Virgin Records, making her the industry’s highest-paid artist at the time. While many artists might have buckled under such pressure, Janet doubled down, releasing tracks that would become dance-floor staples. "That’s The Way Love Goes (CJ FXTC Club Mix)," "Go Deep" (Masters At Work Alternative Mix), "Together Again" (Tony Humphries Club Mix), and "If" (Brothers In Rhythm House Mix) all showcased her versatility, effortlessly moving from house to R&B to pop.
Janet Jackson’s musical tapestry is woven with threads of resilience, reinvention, and undeniable talent. Whether it’s the soulful strains of "Got 'Til It's Gone" (Def Club Mix) or the energizing beats of "You Want This (Disco Theory - No Rap)," her music remains a testament to her genius and her indelible mark on the dance floor. With a career spanning over four decades, her songs have not only topped charts but have also become anthems for generations. That’s why Party Favorz is beyond thrilled to induct Janet Jackson into the Diva Hall of Fame.
Until the next time...ENJOY!
Donate and keep the party going!
Album : Janet Jackson Volume 1
Genre : Club, House
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:43:12.00
1. Control (Acapella)
2. Miss You Much (Shep’s House Mix)
3. If (Brothers In Rhythm House Mix)
4. Love Will Never Do (Without You) (U.K. Funky Mix)
5. Runaway (Junior’s Factory Mix)
6. When I Think Of You (Morales House Mix)
7. Got ‘Til It’s Gone (Def Club Mix)
8. Go Deep (Masters At Work Alternative Mix)
9. You Want This (Disco Theory - No Rap)
10. Black Cat (3 Snaps Up 12′’)
11. Rhythm Nation (House Nation Mix)
12. Escapade (Shep’s Housecapade Mix)
13. Doesn’t Really Matter (Jonathan Peters Soundfactory Club Mix)
14. I Want You (Dr. Octavo Funk’n'Stein Club Mix)
15. Because of Love (Frankie & David Classic 12′’)
16. Together Again (Tony Humphries Club Mix)
17. Alright (12′’ House Mix)
18. Scream (Classic Club Mix) [with Michael Jackson]
19. I Get Lonely (Janet vs. Jason -The Club Remix)
20. The Pleasure Principle (Legendary Club Mix)
21. That’s The Way Love Goes (CJ FXTC Club Mix)

Gay Anthems 2009 Volume 4

For this final set, I thought I'd step down from my diamond-encrusted soapbox and just talk briefly about this final mix.  Unlike the other sets, this one's all about the NRG.  From 131 to 138 BPM, everything here is pretty much at break-neck speeds.  Packed with familiar gems, I found that compiling the songs with faster beats might be a better idea than meshing them in with the slower ones.  Once I saw the disparity of the speeds, this was the first mix I decided to create.  From start to finish, this is just as worthy as the other sets.
I received an email from one of our followers yesterday who had jumped the gun and sent me an advance of $40 in anticipation of these four sets.  Having listened to the first two, he said these were "so gay."  A term loosely used by kids today to mean "lame " or "stupid."  Of course, I knew what he meant and I'm glad he liked them.  Yeah, these are pretty fucking gay sets, as they were intended.  The songs I chose to include are simply frivolous and fun.  As such, I thought I might ask everyone that's purchased them so far to please leave a comment on the fan page under each mix and tell me what you think.  Too gay or not gay enough?  What's your favorite set and why?  I think your feedback would be invaluable for those currently sitting on the fence as to whether or not they'll donate to my efforts.  Frankly, I've been listening to the finished product for the past month or so and just can't seem to get sick of them, which is usually the case with my other mixes.  For me, it doesn't get any better than driving around with my sunroof open on a beautiful day in the ATL and blasting the queerest songs on the planet.  It certainly raises a lot of eyebrows at our local Starbucks, which is nothing more than a local gay hangout.  I bet if I could pull into the parking lot and blast these mixes through some giant JBLs,  I could have those queens up and out of their seats with their mochas in tow, dancing around like a bunch of silly school girls.  So please, tell me what you think, I'd love to hear from every one of you.
Ultimately, if you haven't been bouncing off the walls to these songs, then I either didn't do my job correctly or we need to strip you of all of your gay credentials.  Frankly, I'm leaning toward the latter LOL.  I hope you enjoyed the music so far and I look forward to making a companion package to these mixes in the spring of 2010.  I want to thank everyone that has supported my efforts to give back to Equality Across America.  For those holding out to see if these will ever be free, sorry it ain't gonna happen.
So what's next for Party Favorz?  I'm glad you asked.  Between now and the end of the year, you can expect a couple of Diva Series, at least two BPM Editions (which are going to be HOT), a T-Dance Edition, and the Holiday Edition.  I'm wide open as to whether I'll do a Year-End Edition this go around.  I haven't made up my mind just yet, though if I do, there's a good chance I'll spill that into early January.  As you can see, time is running out and I have a lot on my plate.  When all is said and done, I plan on taking a month off for some much-needed rest and to work on other projects I've got going.
I hope everyone has a fabulous weekend and remember to always enjoy life because it might just pass you by when you're not looking.
Peace Out. - K
Album : Gay Anthems v4
Artists : Various
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:34:19:00
Track : 1
Title : I Turn To You (Hex Hector Club Mix)
Artist : Melanie C
Track : 2
Title : Touch Me In The Morning (Almighty 12'' Definitive Mix)
Artist : Diana Ross
Track : 3
Title : The Flame (Solar City Club Mix)
Artist : Erin Hamilton
Track : 4
Title : My Heart Will Go On (Tony Moran Anthem Mix)
Artist : Celine Dion
Track : 5
Title : Your Disco Needs You (Almighty Mix)
Artist : Kylie Minogue
Track : 6
Title : New York City Boy (The Almighty Definitive Mix)
Artist : Pet Shop Boys
Track : 7

Gay Anthems 2009 Volume 3

My father and I have a Sunday ritual calling each other to catch up on the previous weeks' personal and political events.  Often times, these friendly discussions get heated as he role's off the talking points from the GOP like they had been implanted in his brain.  He is my best friend and someone who I admire and deeply respect; a man who I've tried to emulate most of my life, but could never quite match the awesomeness of him.  We not only resemble each other but sound alike as well.  No one would ever doubt that I am his son.  However, when it comes down to philosophies, that's pretty much where the resemblance ends.
Both he and my mother are devout Catholics and their faith became more intricately intertwined with the church after my brother's death in 1986; meanwhile, I was going the opposite direction.  Despite that, he has always been steadfast in his beliefs about me and my brother.  That is, he believes we were born gay and did not purposely choose a life of "difficulty."  He has also said on more than one occasion, that if he had his choice, we would not have been born gay.  His reasoning is that our lives would have been so much easier due to the lack of acceptance by mainstream society.  Perhaps he is right, though I don't necessarily think I would change anything other than my chin (a Whitworth family trait), I like who I am.
Several months ago, in one of our conversations, he asked how my partner and I were holding up.  (Sidenote: Rick had been hospitalized after one of his doctor's prescribed medications that were contradictory to his high blood pressure medicine, sending him to the emergency room, where he was subsequently hospitalized for a week due to kidney failure.  He has since been on dialysis and should be off by the end of the year.  I had surgery less than a month later with complications afterward that lasted a month and a half and am now in therapy to see if I'll be able to walk like the rest of you good folks).  He then went on to ask about our relationship and if we were "there" for each other.  At this point, I was becoming uneasy with his questions but assured him that that was the case.  Then he went on to ask if we really "loved" and "cared" for each other.  "You know son, your mother and I have been married for 48 years and it takes a lot of hard work and dedication to make it work."  I was blown away by that question and approached my answer using humor, the only way I know how to respond when I'm in an uncomfortable situation.
Rick and I have been together since 2001 and now live like an old married couple.  We often know what the other is thinking.  We often finish each other's sentences.  Heck, I can even tell when he's being less than truthful and when one of us needs a good tongue lashing, neither of us is afraid to tell each other like it is.  It's taken 23 years for my father and me to have this conversation.  Naturally, I was nervous when I heard these questions come out of his mouth.  Answering with humor was the only way I could squelch my own discomfort.  My response gave him a good chuckle and we were finally able to move on.
I guess my point is, that even though he's not going to throw his beliefs out the window anytime soon, I do believe that it's possible to slowly win hearts and minds over the "marriage equality" and "equal rights" debate currently at the forefront of the American conscience.  No doubt he's read about it and is continually barraged with anti-gay sentiment in many of his news programs.  In particular, O'Reilly always likes to show gay pride parades in San Francisco and uses that to frame all homosexuals as one giant cliché.  Fortunately, one of my fathers best friends' son has been in a long-term relationship with another man and lives in Austin (TX).
Several years ago, he and his partner adopted a Korean boy.  Both are professionals and at one point decided they needed some vacation time alone.  They called on grandpa (my father's friend) to take care...

Gay Anthems 2009 Volume 2

Recently, I was criticized for using a title to my blog that has long been associated with drug use.  What these individuals do not know is the story behind "Party Favorz" which was coined by friends upon my arrival at after-hours parties in South Texas where I grew up.
Since I was a kid, I was always the one looked to, to provide the entertainment at parties.  My love for all music continued into my adult life with a preference for house music, disco and all other forms of dance music.  When I would show up at these after-hours parties, I was always asked if I brought any "party favors" with me.  That reference was to cool dance music that would be played in the background at these late-night gatherings.  The name stuck and that's what I have been calling my mixes since 1999.  To lessen the confusion, I even have a 'description' of this site in the left-hand column that always seems to get lost on the haters or at the very least ignored:
Party Favorz is a series of mainstream/circuit club mixes that I started making for friends in 1999.
Over the years, the mixes evolved into my own special blend of electro-pop and happy house.
In 2007, at the urging of friends, I decided to take everything online and the Party Favorz blog was born.
Whether you're gay, straight, black, white, pink or purple,
Party Favorz knows no boundaries and everyone IS welcome here.
Comments and suggestions are always appreciated; in fact they are encouraged.
Regardless of the play on words, Party Favorz does not promote nor endorse the use of drugs.
Frankly, house music is the only drug your body needs to have a good time.
Live, Work, Play and Dance...just do it responsibly. Now on to the music!
Additionally, my followers have also been criticized for being uneducated "party boys" who lived for the circuit and drug use.  That could be further from the truth.  While I don't personally know everyone that follows this site, many of them are professionals from doctors, nurses, lawyers, graphic designers, trainers, and educators.  To make a generalized statement about people who like to go out on weekends, dance, unwind and just have fun is a misnomer.  They are everyday people from all walks of life who are able to balance their professional lives with their private lives.  Whatever happens after the leopard spots from the disco ball fades, is no one's business but theirs.  For all the haters, I suggest you worry about cleaning your own backyard before worrying about your neighbors.
-Dedicated to a couple of asswipes from San Francisco
As we move through this series, you might notice a large amount of these songs have been re-worked by a production group called "Almighty" a record label out of the UK, which consists of DJ Andy Almighty, who is also a part of the production teams "7th Heaven" and "Club Junkies."  He also works closely with some of the dance industry's biggest talents like  "Soulshaker" and "Bassmonkeys" and a slew of other big-name producers like "Cahill" "Stonebridge" "Soul Seekerz" "Jason Nevins" "Moto Blanco" and "Wideboys"; many of whose works are prominently featured throughout these four sets.  DJ Andy Almighty's bio on his MySpace Page states that he is a "DJ/club promoter, producer/remixer, dance music industry guru and gay scene legend!"  I would take it a step further and suggest he is a gay icon, right up there with Madonna.
2009 marks the 20th anniversary of Almighty Records, a feat that's practically unheard of in the dance music industry.  They are celebrating this marked occasion with their "Essentials" collection which debuts one new release each month.  The gay community is blessed with the great efforts of DJ Andy Almighty and his organization for breathing life into these timeless classics and opening them up to an entirely new generation of club-goers.  For that, we are most humbled and entirely in your indebtedness for making our lives that much richer.

Gay Anthems 2009 Volume 1

Exactly what constitutes a "gay anthem?"  According to Wikipedia, "A gay anthem or LGBT anthem is a song that has become widely popular among, or has become identified with, the LGBT community; usually with gay men. The lyrics of gay anthems are often marked with hope against the odds, pride, unity, or defiance."  The book Queer even takes it further by breaking it down into categories":
Big voiced divas: Rather than a particular song, this area of gay anthems is more akin to a cult of personality of a large gay male following for some particular diva-style pop music vocalists who are almost always female gay icons.
Overcoming hardship in love: Usually a narrative of a wronged lover who comes back stronger than before.
You are not alone: Songs about coming together as a community or reassurance to the lonely that there are others like them out there.
Throw your cares away: A carefree narrative about putting your troubles aside and partying.
Hard-won self-esteem: Here the themes involve fighting through oppression, darkness or fear to gain freedom, beauty or self-esteem.
Celebrating unashamed sexuality: The theme here is of transcending cultural shame to celebrate one's sexual nature.
Search for acceptance: Songs about a welcoming promised land where the dream of acceptance and belonging and hope lives.
Torch song for the world-weary: A narrative about being used, abused and surviving to tell the tale of lament.
Love conquers all: Tales of not giving up on love despite seemingly insurmountable odds.
No apologies: Here the theme revolves around defiantly living one's life despite what others may want.
Looking over the list, I can honestly say "gotcha covered."  I have taken some liberty by extending the definition to include specific songs that hit a nerve with the gay dance community despite the lack of a big diva voice, despair, empowerment or defiance in its overall theme.  In fact, a gay anthem could just be some HUGE song that we all know the words to and the minute the first notes ring out of the speakers in the club, the floor is immediately packed and our hands are raised in the air while we lose ourselves in it's sugar-coated, meaningless lyrics and repetitive beats.
Another area that I thought was important to cover in this list are songs that were never intended to be any type of anthem.  Instead, these would be pop songs that we all know and love and have been performed by many a drag queen over the years.  Fortunately, the fabulous boys over at Almighty Records understand our affiliation and importance of these songs and have even taken some of them and remixed them into high energy powerhouse monsters for the floor.  Now folks, it just doesn't get any better than that.
Probably one of the most important aspects of a good gay anthem is that of empowerment.  One that says "we're mad as hell and not going to take this shit no more."  One that asks you to "rise up" or "stand up for what you believe."  One that says "keep up the good fight" or 'we shall overcome."   Yes, there definitely is a theme within this context and there's plenty of that and moreover the four sets I have compiled.  Probably the best thing about gay anthems is that you can move your body and shake your ass to a message that melds with the beats.  From the divas to the messages to the hypnotic memorable hook, gay anthems are what keeps us moving, immersed and most importantly they're what unifies us.
With that said, ladies and queers may I introduce "Gay Anthems 2009" volume 1.
Until the next time...ENJOY!
Album : Gay Anthems v1
Artists : Various
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:33:33:00
Track : 1
Title : Everybody's Free (7th Heaven Mix)
Artist : Kortezman feat. Rozalla
Amazing 2006 remake of the early 90s classic featuring the original vocals of Rozalla.
Track : 2
Title : Ain't Nothin' Goin' On But The Rent (Soulshaker Remix)
Artist : 7th Heaven feat. Katherine Ellis

Halloween Edition 2009 Volume 2

I guess I should stop making promises for a certain date, as things inevitably come up.  At least I'm only a day late with plenty of time before Halloween and Pride (for the ATL) this weekend.  Anywho, let's get down to it.
This particular mix is decidedly more circuit oriented with lots of big room beats to spread around.  One of my big favorites of the moment is the Simone Denny and Barry Harris collaboration "Drama Queen."  Ooh, did I just write Barry Harris?  You bet!  The former half of Thunderpuss has now returned from exile with his guns blazing!  One of the things I didn't get around to mentioning in the recent Chrome Edition 2003, was that 2003 was the year Thunderpuss split, despite the fact that the TP franchise was still very much in demand by artists and club-goers around the globe.  Both Barry and Chris gave separate interviews to About.com in 2004 which cover their early years and how Thunderpuss came about down to their amicable split in 2003.  Fast forward to 2009, and Barry's back with "Drama Queen" a ripping track where circuit meets 80's electronica.  This is a hot original production from Barry that attempts to break up the monotony of many of today's circuit tracks.  While the actual song doesn't cover any new territory, it's familiar theme rings well with the gay crowd; but it's the actual production that people will be shaking too.  I'm hoping this isn't a one-off and that we'll be getting even more from Barry in the near future.  For now, all I want to say is "welcome back Barry, we missed you!"
I also want to give a HUGE shoutout to my new favorite producer Matt Moss from New York.  A graphic designer by day (he's gotta pay the bills) and producer/DJ/remixer the rest of the time, like many of us, Matt has been hit by the recession.  Matt approach's each production based on what the song requires rather some cookie cutter formula where you just slap on the vocals over the same basic beats like many other producers do (without mentioning names).  It's his unique style and unquestionable understanding of his craft that makes him a surefire bet for success.  I've included two of his mixes in this set.  The first "Wendy Williams Theme" an ode to the infamous gossip talk trash radio host, which is nothing short of pure fun!  The second mix is Madonna's "Like a Virgin" which he has completely re-worked from top to bottom making this a welcome addition to the upcoming Pride festivities this weekend in the ATL.  Matt seems to think these are not his best work, and maybe not (I haven't had the chance to listen to everything), but they are outstanding productions that are sure to move the boys on any dancefloor from coast to coast.  You can check out Matt's work on his blog at mattmossforever.com.  Make sure to drop him a note, especially if you pick up anything for use in your own sets.  I promise you, he's a really nice guy without the attitude and like most of us would love to have some feedback about his work.
Finally, you may have noticed an Eagles song in the track list.  Last year's Halloween Edition included the memorable remake of the Ministry classic "(Every Day Is) Halloween" by Dangerous Muse.  I didn't really have anything that would fit for this year's gay ghouls and goblins, but when I recently came across Alex Dubbing's rework of "Hotel California" I knew this was an absolute must.  Check out the lyrics and you'll understand why:
Mirrors on the ceiling,
The pink champagne on ice
And she said, we are all just prisoners here, of our own device
And in the master's chambers,
They gathered for the feast
The stab it with their steely knives,
But they just can't kill the beast
Last thing I remember, I was
Running for the door
I had to find the passage back
To the place I was before
Relax, said the night man,
We are programmed to receive.
You can checkout any time you like,
But you can never leave!
And that's my wrap-up for the week.  I'm going to be super busy the next two or three...

Halloween Edition 2009 Volume 1

Halloween is just around the corner; the time of year where all the queens attempt to outdo each other with the most outrageous and fabulous getup our deranged minds can conjure.  To make the holiday even more fun, the ATL is celebrating our very first Pride over the weekend, ensuring a larger than normal turnout.  Think about it, Halloween and Pride all at once, that's a lot of goodness wrapped up in one weekend.  Even better, Pride returns to Piedmont Park since the drought of 2007-08.  In fact, the city council just authorized all the bars to maintain extended serving hours.  So, if the weather can hold up and sunshine and cooler temps prevail, this should prove to be an outstanding event.  Then again, I'm looking at the weather for today in Google and it shows sunshine, when in fact we are still overcast and 59 degrees.  I guess we'll just have to think positive.  The sad part is, I won't be able to attend.  Those of you that follow me on my personal page on Facebook, know that I am currently undergoing physical therapy after my recent surgery.  With setbacks on the therapy side, I don't think I would be able to hobble around the park.  It's a shame because, in the spirit of treats, I had planned to hit the park and few bars in my PF T-shirt and give away a bunch of promo CDs.  It's something I've done several times before and a lot of fun; just not this go around.  I'll go more into detail tomorrow on my next update on Facebook.
In the meantime, I'm serving up a seriously HOT circuit adventure for all the boys.  Initially, I was concerned because there just wasn't that much out at the moment and the Autumn Edition had pretty much sapped out all the new music.  Never fear!  I started scouring Beatport for some cool house tunes that would mix in well with what I already had and came up with a real winner in diversity and depth.   Let's face it, all tribal beats all the time gets boring and you can expect I'll be going back to my mixed bag method on these mixes in the future.  I think it just ads more interest and color to the overall set and keeps you (especially me) from getting bored.
The hot tunes to single out here are Depeche Mode's "Perfect" the follow up to "Wrong" with Ralphi doing the remix honors and let's just say this is smoking!  Bingo Players deliver "Devotion" in a HUGE way.  For those that aren't familiar with the original, it was a #1 club hit by Nomad in 1991.  Bingo Players take the original and beef it upbringing this classic to a whole new generation of house lovers.  Another remake of sorts is Malente's "I Like It" which utilizes the famous KC & the Sunshine Band riff from "(That's the Way) I Like It.  Currently, this song has been sitting in Beatport and Juno's Top Ten for well over a month.  Maybe not your typical fare, but I assure you once the groove get's going, it works in a big way.
Indie darling from the UK, Florence and the Machine, deliver the infectious "You Got the Love" with wonderfully unique vocals while Steve Pitron and Max Sanna re-work it for the dancefloor.  This has been a surefire winner for me and something I've enjoyed listening to over and over.  I brought back Ron Perkov's "Miss You" only because I'm really getting into the Mike Rizzo mix.  This song has an abundance of mixes, and I had used Tony Moran's take in the Autumn Edition.  Other's prefer Manny's take, but I'm generally over him at the moment.  I also added Agne's massive hit "Release Me" with Razor n' Guido doing the honors. I have to say it's almost like they never left us.  God bless the Razor n' Guido.
I included Mariah's "IWKWLI" which for all the mixes it came with, the Nu Addiction club mix is the only one that even comes remotely close to doing it justice.  I'm hoping Sony will pull out the money bag and serve us with a second set of mixes by Tony or Chris (amongst many possibilities) as a good contrast to the Mickey Mouse productions that were delivered.  One can always dream.
Finally,

BPM Edition 2009 Volume 8 | Take 2

It's a beautiful day in the ATL, albeit a bit chilly.  My heart goes out to all the good folks participating in the AIDS Walk for Aid Atlanta.  Looking at the weather forecast on my desktop, it appears we are going to finally have a fabulous week with plenty of sunshine and more fall-like weather as it warms up into the low 70s later on.  What's a little bit weird is that the leaves have yet to change.  I think I saw one tree yesterday, but that's about it.  Usually, around mid-September, you wake up one morning and almost all of the trees change colors overnight.  Right now, they're a little bit late to the game; so hopefully soon.  What can I say, I'm a sucker for sunshine, blue skies, pleasant temperatures and fall leaves.
As I mentioned yesterday, the second half of this edition is geared towards underground house.  I readily admit this is my favorite kind of house, next to the funkier T-Dance.  Granted, I like it all but great vocals without the annoying voice disguiser, tight beats and roof-raising electro burners is where it's at!
I start things off a little slow while each song builds on top of the other.  By the time you get halfway through, all bets are off and this just burns a hole right through your brain!  Personal favorites are the 80s styled funker "Jus Chip" by Preetesh and Angela Tharmakumar; "Ring Ring Ring" by Kurd Maverick (wait for the drop in the middle which slows down to a funky jazz groove before picking up again); "Dum Da Dum" by Melodie MC and "Musical Freedom" by Candi Stanton.  Who's that you say?  Yes, the Candi Staton of "Young Hearts Run Free" fame from 1976.  She's long been heavily involved in gospel and it's about time she took those influences and re-used them on the floor for a hair-raising experience.  Welcome back Miss Staton, we look forward to hearing more from you.
We also have an updated electro take of the Run DMC classic "My Adidas" which takes you right into the scorching hot "I Believe" by Supafly Inc.  The Vandalism mix of this song is guaranteed to melt your iPod.  Andrea Love (always a personal favorite) returns with "Kiss Me" and Niko De Luca churns out another booty shaking winner with, what else "Shake."
Word of warning: This set is not your typical high school dance.  This is serious house music for grown-ups.  Forget about sitting back and relaxing, because folks you're in for a bumpy if not groovalicious ride!
I also want to let you guys know that Party Favorz is nominated for the 2009 Best Podcast and Entertainment blog from the Blogger's Choice Awards.  It would be ultra cool if all of you could show your support and vote for this site.  While awards don't necessarily matter, I work my ass off trying to provide the ultimate experience for music lovers like yourselves, so appreciation is always welcome.  Besides, everybody likes a pat on the back once in a while for a job well done, including me.  Currently, I'm not certain what the rules are and I am not sure if you can vote for me more than once.  I'm waiting for them to get back with me on that.  If you can, I'll let everyone know how that works once I receive the rules and regulations.  If you want to vote for me, you can got to my site and click on the link on the left-hand side just above the "donate" button or just click here.  Thank you for your support!
I've been working off and on, on the gay anthems mixes and have struck a deal with Equality Across America to donate 80% of the proceeds to the cause.  EAA is working towards full equality in every aspect of life for the GLBT community.  This is a cause that's very dear to me and I believe involves more grassroots efforts to have our voices heard than anything the HRC and their overpaid Joe Solmonese CEO has done.  Because of the current time frame running up to Halloween, it's most likely I will go ahead and get those mixes out first, so I can spend more time ensuring absolute quality in the song selection and production of the mixes.

BPM Edition 2009 Volume 8 | Take 1

Well, I finally got my groove back and I have to say "it feels freaking fantabulous!"  While there are still issues with iTunes (which I just received another email from them to let me know they haven't forgotten about me)and now my Facebook Fan Page, which I've decided to leave well enough alone, things are going relatively well with me in general.  I'm still peddling away on the 'under the hood' issues for the sight, so I figure everything will hopefully fall into place in due time.  I'm actually getting better at this patience thing, just take a deep breath and walk away.  Come back in an hour or so and try again.  Works pretty well.
Normally, I like to mix up the different styles and genres within my BPM mixes, but this time I decided to separate them out.  This first set is for all the mainstream electro-pop folks who like their radio favorites mixed for the dancefloor.  Nothing wrong with that at all.  As you skim down the track list, you may notice a couple of things.  First, Mariah Carey; yes I was critical of her remake of the Foreigner classic "I Want to Know What Love Is", but I have to admit her vocals are spot on and she hasn't sounded this good in a long time.  Sadly, Moto Blanco (who I would have tapped for the remix) sped the vocals up losing the actual flavor of the song.  This is a big ballad with some serious undertones that deserve better than the Mickey Mouse rendition they delivered.  That's not to say most of you won't like it, I just think something more dramatic is in order; maybe Tony Moran, Chris Cox; I'm just saying.
The next thing you'll notice is my inclusion of Miley Cyrus' "Party in the U.S.A."  I haven't been particularly nice to Miley on this site, only because I guess I'm way over the whole bubblegum scene.  History has always manufactured huge stars targeting the Teen Beat crowd, so Miley's success comes as no surprise.  Certainly, I've had my fair share of favorites over the years (Debbie Gibson comes to mind), so it wouldn't be fair of me to deny anyone else their right to enjoy it now.  While I'm not ready to join Miley's fan club, I will admit that this song is sinfully delicious!
While I generally enjoy all the songs in my mixes for one reason or another, as usual, there are a few diamonds that stand out and stick in my head like gum to the bottom of your shoe.  Cindy Gomez' "Again and Again" is pure pop bliss, while Priscilla Renea's "Dollhouse" takes on a familiar theme while making it all her own.  One of the biggest artists of the year, Agnes follows up "Release Me" with "I Need You" which is just as ear-pleasingly catchy.  I'm not sure what the huge appeal to Agnes' kind of meat and potatoes pop is, but she sure has one hell of a writing team, if she isn't writing these songs herself.  Taking the familiar piano riff used in "When Love Takes Over" by David Guetta and Kelly Rowland (another HUGE track from earlier this year) this is bound to be BIG.
After the massive worldwide success of "In My Arms" from 2007, Plumb returns with a new album and single "Hang On" already destined for dancefloor glory.  Packed with fantastic mixes by Dave Aude and Digital Dog, it's the Pete Hammond mix that blows my socks off.  If you weren't fortunate enough to have lived through the second half of the 80s, Pete Hammond (who's been making the rounds on the circuit lately) was part of Stock, Aitken, and Waterman or better known as SAW.  They churned out dozens of hits for Bananarama, Dead or Alive, Rick Astley and even Donna Summer amongst many others.  Their signature sound could be heard not just on dancefloors but at Top 40 radio throughout the world.  I'm happy to say that Pete, who has already been featured in previous BPM Editions, is back and quite possibly even better than before.  He's taken the classic SAW sound and updated it for the today's dancefloors'.  Despite my obvious bias, it's refreshing to hear something dropped in between the usual Bimbo Jones,