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

Fall Edition 2009 Volume 3

T.G.I.T.!!! It's Thursday and for many of you the end of your work week. As we gear up for the extended holiday break, I wanted to ensure that you had all of your party favorz prior to hitting the road for your final destination to whatever event you're attending. In keeping with the first two mixes, I'm serving up some serious circuit havoc. While there are several notable songs in this set, I wanted to take a moment and point out two of them. First, our very own Mikey Cee from down under turns in what I guess is his very first mix with Larry T & Princess Superstar's "Licky." Frankly, I received this on promo several months ago and took a pass on it, only because I wasn't feeling the electro mixes that accompanied it.
I have to say that Mikey has hit a home run his first time out. Basically, he's turned this "where's the hook" mess into a ball of thumping fun suitable for any dancefloor. In fact, I bumped Beyonce for his mix, so that should say a lot. Make sure you go over to his Facebook fan page and give him a pat on the back for a job well done. Hopefully, this is a sign of bigger things to come. The other song I wanted to point out is the brand spanking new Ron Perkov tune "Miss You." Personally, I think he and Tony have really turned this one out. In fact, the entire release is just amazing! Not only do you get the ultra hot Moran and Rigg remix, but remixes by Manny Lehman, Mike Rizzo, Twisted Dee, and DeMarko! With a lineup like that, it's hard to miss. Currently "Miss You" is available exclusively through Masterbeat.
That's pretty much all I have for everyone. Remember, I've got my surgery next Tuesday and this site will have some downtime before posting picks up again, at least for mixes. As promised, I'll get out the 2003 Chrome Edition and most likely the next BPM Edition sometime during the month. I hope everyone has a fantastic weekend and I'll catch everyone in a few.
Until then.you know what to do, ENJOY!
Album : Autumn Edition 2009 v3
Genre : Circuit, Progressive, Tribal, Mainstream Club, House
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:19:56:00
Track : 1
Title : Let's Get Busy (Marco Zappala Club Remix)
Artist : Clubland
Track : 2
Title : I Think Of You (DJ Paulo's Levitation Vocal Mix)
Artist : Made By Monkeys feat. Darcy Conroy
Track : 3
Title : She Wolf (Thiago Antony Club Mix)
Artist : Shakira
Track : 4
Title : Celebration (Edson Pride Private Mix)
Artist : Madonna
Track : 5
Title : Miss You (T. Moran & W. Rigg Drums To The Soul Mix)
Artist : Ron Perkov
Track : 6
Title : Radio Active Love (Warren Rigg & Reed McGowan Radioactive Club)
Artist : Paul James feat. Carol Jiani
Track : 7
Title : Nothing's Impossible (The Str8jackets Asylum Rub)
Artist : Kim English
Track : 8
Title : Deep Underground (Soul-Tek's Disco Rub)
Artist : Parts Unknown
Track : 9
Title : I Love (Jose Spinnin's Ursus Planet Mix)
Artist : Luis Alvarado
Track : 10
Title : Skin (DJ Escape Remix)
Artist : Charlotte
Track : 11
Title : Licky (Mikey Cee Remix)
Artist : Larry T feat. Princess Superstar
Track : 12
Title : Pumpin It Up (K Klass Remix)
Artist : Reza
Track : 13
Title : Good Life (Original Mix)
Artist : Kim Fai
Track : 14
Title : Mr. Charming (Original Mix)
Artist : Epiphony

T-Dance Edition 2009 Volume 4 (Take 2)

I found out a couple of hours ago that my iTunes page had been taken down for no particular reason.  I tested the feed via iTunes and it is a valid feed, so I'm pretty miffed as to why this happened.  I've since gone back and resubmitted my podcast to be added back into the iTunes store, which should take about 24 hours for approval.  In the meantime, you can still download the mix via iTunes by going into the store and selecting "advanced" at the top next to the "help" button.  Then select "subscribe to podcast" and then copy and paste https://partyfavorz.podbean.com/feed into the empty field and submit it.  It will ask you if you want to subscribe and just select "yes" and it should automatically start downloading the latest podcast.  You should be able to see all of my podcasts and can select which specific ones you want to download.  I'm sorry for the mix-up, but truth be told this has nothing to do with anything that I've done.  I've posted a question on their forum and am hoping to get a response back so this doesn't happen again.  I'll be sure to let everyone know when it gets re-added to the iTunes store in hopes that you guys will go back and add some sweet comments again, as I'm certain all that is now lost.
Anywho, I decided to stay up past my bedtime and go ahead and post the second half of my latest T-Dance Edition.  Whereas the first mix was a hodgepodge of different house styles, this one is for the purest amongst you.  Soulful, funky with a little mainstream fun is pretty much what you can expect in this set.
I'll be taking Wednesday off to post some other news about upcoming artists and promotions they may have in store for you.  I expect to be back on Thursday with the final Autumn Edition, just in time for everyone's Labor Day mayhem festivities.  I hope everyone's having a fantastic week and looking forward to the extended weekend.  I'll be back soon enough.
Until then, enjoy!
Album : T-Dance Edition 2009 v4
Genre : Funky, House, Soulful, NuDisco
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:18:45:00
Track : 1
Title : Sitting On Top of The World (DJ Meme Remix)
Artist : Joey Negro & The Sunburst Band
Track : 2
Title : Rumours (Knights Main Mix)
Artist : Knights Of The Round Table feat. Glynn Carelesse & Jessie Mathews
Track : 3
Title : Keep Me...! (Original Extended Vocal Mix)
Artist : Starchaser feat. Martha Wash
Track : 4
Title : Everybody's Doing It (Soul Seekerz Club Mix)
Artist : Chihino
Track : 5
Title : Can't Make It Thru Another Day (Grant Nelson Remix)
Artist : Timmy Vegas & The Universe Band pres. Jennifer Wallace
Track : 6
Title : Freedom (Midnight Express Classic Gold Mix)
Artist : Midnight Express feat. Sabrina Johnston
Track : 7
Title : Freeway Of Love (Steely M. & Cary August Club Mix)
Artist : Pepper MaShay
Track : 8
Title : You're The One For Me (Ruecachecom Remix)
Artist : Syndicate Of Law
Track : 9
Title : Nothing's Impossible (Nu Soul Club Mix)
Artist : Kim English
Track : 10
Title : Move Your Body  (Remy Joel & Xpression Remix)
Artist : DJ Jeroenski & Bjorn B feat. Michelle David
Track : 11
Title : I Surrender (Main Mix)
Artist : Kemal feat. Maiya
Track : 12
Title : Live In The Summer (DJ Meme Havaianas Mix)
Artist : Bah Samba feat. Tasita D'Mour
Track : 13
Title : Standing up For The Lonely (eSQUIRE Mix)
Artist : Jessie Malakouti
Track : 14
Title : Cruel Summer (Tom Pulse Sunshine Club Mix)
Artist : Rico Bernasconi vs. Ave Of Base
Track : 15
Title : Let's Get Busy (Sami Dee's Classic House Remix)
Artist : Clubland

Whitney Houston: A Dance Mix Tribute to the Diva of the Dancefloor

Whitney Houston is a name that needs no introduction in the realm of music, particularly when it comes to redefining the dance floor experience. Dubbed the "Queen of Pop and Soul," her legacy is one that blends vocal mastery with an undeniable presence, lighting up both the charts and our hearts. Though Miss Houston has left us, her impact reverberates in each remix and every foot-tapping beat, solidifying her place in our Diva Hall of Fame.
Whitney's rise to stardom was brilliantly orchestrated by the industry maestro, Clive Davis. Recognizing the untapped potential of his artist roster, Davis envisioned them as the ultimate dance floor divas. A strategic alliance with top DJs like Thunderpuss, Hex Hector, and Junior Vasquez, to name a few, turned this vision into an electrifying reality.
Take "It's Not Right, But It's Okay" as remixed by Thunderpuss, for example. The song originally showcased Whitney's soulful voice and emotional depth. However, when Thunderpuss got their hands on it, the track transformed into a dance floor anthem, pulsating with vivacious beats without losing its original emotional gravitas. The outcome? A spellbinding fusion of artistry and adrenaline that only Whitney could deliver.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=URl05jN6KrE
Clive Davis was not alone in his journey to elevate Whitney's music. Remixers like Hex Hector also played pivotal roles, contributing mixes like "I Will Always Love You" that enveloped us in a symphony of synths and snares, making us feel as though Whitney was serenading us right there on the dance floor. Other notable remixes include "I'm Every Woman" by Clivilles & Cole and "So Emotional" by David Morales, each imbued with a unique blend of rhythm and Whitney's unparalleled vocals.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ipMp49_6ikk
Creating a cohesive listening experience for an audience already entranced by Whitney's voice was a challenge, one that Jonathan Peters faced head-on. His versions of "Same Script, Different Cast" (duet with label mate Deborah Cox) and "My Love Is Your Love" managed to distill Whitney's essence while innovating with distinct timing and beats. The result? A dynamic flow that keeps audiences riveted from start to finish.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WgTpRkeN4Xc
As we pay tribute to Whitney Houston, we're reminded that she was much more than her incredible voice. She was an artist who could captivate, inspire, and move us in a way few ever could. While our hearts were shattered by her untimely passing, her songs and remixes offer a sanctuary, a space where we can celebrate her extraordinary legacy.
Until the next time...ENJOY!
Donate and keep the party going!
Album : Whitney Houston | The Diva Series
Genre : Circuit, House
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:51:08.00
1. I Will Always Love You (Hex Hector Mixshow)
2. Heartbreak Hotel (Hex Hector Club Mix)
3. I Learned From The Best (HQ2 Club Mixshow)
4. Same Script, Different Cast (Jonathan Peters Vocal Mixshow)
5. My Love Is Your Love (Jonathan Peters’ Vocal Mixshow)
6. Love That Man (Peter Rauhofer NYC Mixshow)
7. It’s Not Right But It’s Ok (Thunderpuss 2000 Mixshow)
8. Try It On My Own (Thunderpuss Club Anthem Mixshow)
9. I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Junior’s Happy Handbag Mixshow)
10. Step By Step (Tony Moran Diva X Diva Mixshow)
11. Whatchulookinat (Thunderpuss Club Mix)
12. How Will I Know (Junior Vasquez Club Mix)
13. I’m Your Baby Tonight (Dronez Mix)
14. So Emotional (David Morales Emotional Mixshow)
15. Greatest Love Of All (Club 69 Mixshow)
16. I’m Every Woman (Clivilles & Cole Every Woman’s House Mixshow)

Fall Edition 2009 Volume 2

Heating things up, I'm finally getting volume 2 of the Autumn Edition out.  I've been pretty much busy all day starting with my pre-op stuff and then running around the ATL like a chicken with its. Well, you get the point.  I'm now back and my email box has been flooded with Facebook friend requests and offers for interviews and reviews of new artist materials, plus one promotion for aspiring DJs out there, which I think you'll find very interesting.  More on that stuff, say Wednesday when I take a break from posting my stuff.  Anywho, not much to say about this mix other than to expect more hard-hitting beats with the latest sounds from the circuit.  I just got finished previewing volume 3 of this edition, and it certifiably ROCKS!  All I have to say is you guys better show me some love because I have busted my nuts on these three mixes : )
That's all I got for today.  Gonna be really busy pouring over all these emails this evening trying to decide what's appropriate for this site.  Just a reminder, there is now a Facebook Group page where ANYONE can post their mix sets, events, mixes, promotions, or even their pages to promote themselves.  Don't think I'll be all up in anyone's face because you tried to promote yourself via the group page; that's what it's there for.  I'll be back tomorrow with the final half of the T-Dance Edition.  Until then...ENJOY!
Album : Autumn Edition 2009 v2
Genre : Circuit, Progressive, Tribal, Mainstream Club, House
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:19:56:00
Track : 1
Title : Sunrise (Samuel Blacher Remix)
Artist : Hoxton Whores feat. Krysten Cummings
Track : 2
Title : The Real Thing (Ralphi Rosario Club Mix)
Artist : Vanessa Williams
Track : 3
Title : The Place For My Heart (Constantine's Club Mix)
Artist : Danielle Bollinger
Track : 4
Title : Gimme Gimme Gimme (Original Mix)
Artist : Christopher S. & DJ Flava feat. Andrina
Track : 5
Title : Manhunt (Butchers Vox Dub)
Artist : DJ Bill Bennett feat. Pepper Mashay
Track : 6
Title : Forever Young (Edson Pride & Filipe Guerra Mix)
Artist : DJ Bill Bennett feat. Abigail
Track : 7
Title : This Time Baby (Myke Rossi Mix)
Artist : Eddie X pres. Niki Haris
Track : 8
Title : The Pleasure (Jose Spinnin's SubWoofer Club Mix)
Artist : Evolved feat. Mike Mucci
Track : 9
Title : Addicted To My Music (Carlos Gomix Mexico to Miami Mix)
Artist : DJ MDW feat. Miss Flava
Track : 10
Title : Turn It Out (Altar Anthem Mix)
Artist : Altar & Jeanie Tracy
Track : 11
Title : I'm A F!cking Celebrity (Twisted Dee Vocal Remix)
Artist : DJ Timbo
Track : 12
Title : Jumpin' Dance (F!ckers Drums Mix)
Artist : Space Drums
Track : 13
Title : Be Free (The Angry Kids Vocal Mix)
Artist : Antoinette Roberson
Track : 14
Title : Hard To Breathe (Peter Luts Remix)
Artist : Angellisa

T-Dance Edition 2009 Volume 4 (Take 1)

I want to apologize for freaking any of you out about the surgery. I'd swear I brought this up a couple of months ago.  Regardless, this is a good thing, not bad.  I'm not dying, suffering, or otherwise.  What this is for me is a game changer in my life.  I am fortunate to have met a physician who is going to have it done for me pro bono, which is the reason school was nixed this semester.  Insurance won't cover the procedure and when an opportunity like this slaps you in the face, you stand up and pay attention.  So, all is well and no need for concern.
I also thought I'd take a little time to publicize my stats for the last 30 days at Podbean.  Currently, I am 100,000+ downloads and streaming of my sets since the beginning of the year.  More importantly, here are my stats for the last 30 days alone:
Podcast Stats (Last 30 days)
Episode hits 11449
Subscribers 3277
Site visitors 1505
As promised, I'm sending up my latest funky/soulful house set sprinkled with a hefty dose of Nu Disco.  As you can see, I brought lollipop girl out of retirement and played dress-up Barbie by changing out her tube top and shorts.  After all, I couldn't have her smelling like a skank.LOL!  I was jamming to this last night and am all about the music in this mix.  Frankly, I think this is a nice counter to the circuit-driven Autumn Edition that I'll be juxtaposing it with throughout the week.  Take notice of the Freemasons' 2009 mix of "Love On My Mind".  Originally released in 2005, this worldwide smash gets a makeover and lends more to the original #1 disco classic "This Time Baby" from which it sampled.  Unfortunately, Freemasons dropped that part in at the end of the song, making it more of a cock tease of what's possibly to come between now and next summer.  So, I edited it down to the point for those familiar with the original, which will certainly give you a hard-on for more.  For now, Eddie X and Niki Haris have done a remake that will show up on my next Autumn Edition, even though it doesn't quite live up to the original, it's on its way to becoming a huge hit.
I don't want to sit around typing all day, so I'll just let this set speak for itself.  I'll be back on Monday with part two of the Autumn mix.  Until then, enjoy!
Album : T-Dance Edition 2009 v4
Genre : Funky, House, Soulful, NuDisco
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:18:45:00
Track : 1
Title : Back To Stay (Original Mix)
Artist : Fred Falke
Track : 2
Title : - Oblivion (Rasmus Faber Remix)
Artist : Bangana feat. Asha Edmund
Track : 3
Title : Chanson Du Soleil 2009 (Shane D Big Room Remix)
Artist : DJ Meme feat. Gavin Bradley
Track : 4
Title : Pumpin It Up (Solitaire vs. Sharp Boys Remix)
Artist : Reza
Track : 5
Title : Superstar (Josh Harris Club Mix)
Artist : Barbara Tucker
Track : 6
Title : Love On My Mind 2009 (Shakedown 2 Remix)
Artist : Freemasons feat. Amanda Wilson
Track : 7
Title : The Real Thing (Maurice Joshua Nu Soul Mix)
Artist : Vanessa Williams
Track : 8
Title : All About Love (Ralf GUM Classic Main Mix)
Artist : Knee Deep feat. Cathy Battistessa
Track : 9
Title : One Love (Extended Version)
Artist : David Guetta feat. Estelle
Track : 10
Title : Suntan (Freemasons Remix)
Artist : The Beach & Tia
Track : 11
Title : Jacker's 5th Symphony (Original Mix)
Artist : Audio Jacker
Track : 12
Title : Let Me Be Real (Kraak & Smaak Remix)
Artist : Fedde Le Grand feat. Mitch Crown
Track : 13
Title : I Don't Care '09 (DJ Dan Edit)
Artist : DJ Dan
Track : 14
Title : Time To Shine (Baggi Begovic Remix)
Artist : Aaron Ross feat. Natasha Watts
Track : 15
Title : Last Rhythm Revisited (Ashley Beedle Remix)
Artist : Last Rhythm

Fall Edition 2009 Volume 1

Before I get into this latest set, I've got some news and other information I want to share with everyone.  First, I finally got my surgery scheduled and will be going under the knife on September 9th.  It should be fairly simple and only require an overnight stay (barring any complications or staph infections->fingers crossed).  Once home, I'm supposed to recoup for about a week before beginning PT.  I've also hooked up with an awesome personal trainer, so I'll be doing double duty during that time.  Because this will be a huge update over the next several days, don't expect anything for a couple of weeks after Labor Day.  When I come back, I'll try to get out the much-delayed Chrome 2003 Edition.
In other news, I've decided that I will no longer be doing these extensive Guest DJ updates on the site.  For the most part, everyone that has been featured on the site is already linked back with their big shiny logo on the right-hand sidebar.  If you like what they're doing, then please sign up for their updates.  In addition, everyone is welcome to post their new mixes on my fan page and the newly created group page with a listing and/or links back to your website.  Seriously, I don't mind. However, doing these updates takes a lot of time, so I'm providing these other avenues for you to promote yourself.  Now, for those that have never been featured, I will make at least one post featuring you and your work and then link back to you going forward.  The only thing I ask is that everyone that is linked to my site or requests to be featured and linked, so please reciprocate.  I'll be checking in a few weeks for the reciprocation and if I don't find it, I'll just delete your link from the side.  I only bring this up, because I know several of you have never linked back to me, despite requesting to be continually promoted on this site.  I'm a nice guy and will bend over backward for others, but I also expect the same generosity in return.  Enough said.
I've got a total of five sets up and ready to go.  Three of them are the Autumn Edition and the other two are the latest T-Dance.  Tomorrow, I'll post the first of the T-Dance, and then maybe Monday the next Autumn and so forth, and will have everything out before the extended Labor Day holiday weekend.  This current edition is Circuit Tribal House, through and through.  Expect a lot of big beats in the tribal and progressive arena, including divas with big voices, instrumentals, and the occasional hot male vocals. All three of these mixes have been optimized and remastered for high-end sound with deep bass; so you should take caution when listening through your earbuds.
It looks like the rain that we've had all day has finally subsided and the ATL is in for some nicer autumn-like weather this weekend.  As we all gear up for the upcoming holiday next week, try not to drain yourself too much this weekend; unless you're John Longo who has more battery life than the Energizer Bunny [that boy never stops].  Nevertheless, I want everyone to have a fabulous weekend and I'll be back tomorrow with the first of the T-Dance v4 editions.
Until then, enjoy!
Album : Autumn Edition 2009 v1
Genre : Circuit, Progressive, Tribal, Mainstream Club, House
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:19:56:00
Track : 1
Title : Obsessed (Friscia & Lamboy Club Mix)
Artist : Mariah Carey
Track : 2
Title : Persuasion (Mateo Cortes & Sidama Remix)
Artist : Sandy Rivera feat. Rae
Track : 3
Title : You're Gonna Love Me (Denis Naidanow Fierce Club Mix)
Artist : Sessomatto
Track : 4
Title : Music Is Moving (Original Mix)
Artist : Filthy Rich
Track : 5
Title : Te amo (Rick Dan Hill Torres Remix)
Artist : Rihanna
Track : 6
Title : The Rhythm Of The Night 2009 (Ido Shoam Elad Gavriel Remix)
Artist : Corona
Track : 7
Title : I Didn't Know My Own Strength (Peter Rauhofer Club Mix)
Artist : Whitney Houston
Track : 8
Title : Tell Me (Club Mix)
Artist : Maze feat. Lital
Track : 9

BPM Edition 2009 Volume 6 (Take 2)

Before I get into the mix, I want to let all the iTunes users know that the feed is currently down.  I was in the process of switching everything over to Pod-O-matic when it dawned on me just how long it would take to move everything over.  Ultimately, I came to the realization that this would be a logistical nightmare and decided to stay put at Podbean.  However, I jumped the gun and switched to the feed URL and that screwed everything up.  I've sent a request to iTunes to have it switched back; hopefully, everything will be working this next week.  In the meantime, there is no shortage of places to download the mixes.  Obviously, you can get it here on my site https://www.partyfavorz.net, on my Facebook fan page or even on my Podbean page.  I apologize for the inconvenience, but it is what it is and unfortunately, it is what it shouldn't be.
Keeping up with the theme of the first mix, I've got a little bit of everything in this mix.  Mica Paris starts things out with the smoking hot house mix of The Hardest Part, a song I love more and more each time I hear it.  This is followed by my hands down favorite song of the moment, Show Me by Carolina Liar.  Previously, I had used the more polished big production of Seamus Haji which was dead on, however, this time I went with the more stripped down version by Morgan Page which is equally as stellar.  I'm not sure if this group is a Christian rock band or if that's just the way the song plays out, but this emotionally charged song is a surefire winner not only for the dancefloors but at top 40 radio as well.
Another song I had been using earlier in the summer was Show Me the Way by White Shoes.  The original is just pure electro-pop bliss while Chriss Ortega does an outstanding job of beefing it up while retaining all the elements that make this such a perfect pop song.
Riding high on the success of Love Story, Nadia Ali is back with Fine Print which is destined to become her second solo #1.  If you like the Alex Sayz mix included here, wait till you hear the Serge Devant take which will be featured in my upcoming Autumn Edition next week.  Speaking of which, Serge Devant's freaking HOT tune Addicted to newcomer Hadley has been torching dance floors since spring.  Taken from his album The Wanderer, this is a definite winner hands-down.  Taking it further, I'd add Serge to my producer/DJ list of people to watch out for.  This guy is on fire!
As I slowly slide out of progressive mode, the mix moves into a more calming but funkier housed up direction with the likes of Hold On by Backens, Oliver & Stefan Gruenwald, Purple Haze by the Bassmonkeys and the 1980 Geraldine Hunt disco classic remake of Can't Fake the Feeling by house legend Todd Terry.  What's surely going to throw everyone for a loop will be Get Down Tonight by Supafly Inc.  If you're guessing this is a remake of the KC & the Sunshine Band classic, you'd be right.  Taking the chorus from the original and layering it over the familiar groove, pumped up to the max for today's floors, you can't help but get all giddy while shake, shake shaking your booty!
Finally, I move into a more commercial electro-pop direction with the latest from the 80s disco diva extraordinaire Carol Hahn (Take Me and Dance) and the rocking Chillin by Wale with Lady GaGa (also check out the uber-cool Wideboys mix of this song) and then we depart with Kelly Clarkson's latest Already Gone.
That about rounds out this edition.  I hope everyone has a fabulous weekend.  I'll be back sometime next week with the Autumn Edition, just in time for all the Labor Day festivities going on around the country.
Until then.enjoy!
Album : BPM Edition v6
Genre : House, Electro-Pop, Progressive, Funky
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:34:37.00
Track : 1
Title : The Hardest Thing (Stonebridge Club Mix)
Artist : Mica Paris
Track : 2
Title : Show Me (Morgan Page Remix)
Artist : Carolina Liar
Track : 3
Title : Show Me The Way (Chriss Ortega Remix)

BPM Edition 2009 Volume 6 (Take 1)

As you can probably see, this is not the 2003 Chrome Edition I had previously promised.  My BPM folder was filling up fast and I decided I might as well get this knocked out before I get backed up.  I'm anticipating a mid-September release for the next Chrome Edition.
Once again, I did not have enough material to comprise another T-Dance mix, so I went ahead and incorporated several of the funkier numbers in with this mix.  Frankly, I think this may very well be the way this series moves in the future.  Since discontinuing the System Edition, I've been incorporating several of those songs into this series and now some of the funkier songs usually reserved for the T-Dance mixes coupled with the electro-pop stuff that was so prevalent in the past.  In all honesty, I think this just makes more sense.  If I had to call this and it's accompanying mix anything, I would call it "house music for grown-ups that still enjoy pop tarts".LOL!  If anything, it provides the listener with an eclectic musical experience without getting too monotonous.
Every song over the course of these two mixes was specifically picked because they moved me one way or another.  I can honestly say, no filler here, not even to help me transition out of a song to get on with the mix.
As usual, there are standouts that most people are going to gravitate towards, so let me help you out.  Starting with the return of Moony best known for her early millennium #1 hits Dove (I'll Be Leaving You) and Point of View with DJ Boulevard and the underground classic He's All I Want with Angelmoon, she delivers another dark slice of heaven with I Don't Know Why.  While the Jerome Ism-ae mix, which appeared on BPM v5 is darker and more progressive befitting the actual meaning of the song, Viale & DJ Ross take it in a sunnier direction and smother it with a killer piano hook that just makes you feel good no matter the lyrical content.  Another killer is newcomer Ameerah's The Sound of Missing You.  Though this song appeared in an earlier BPM edition (I think the spring), it's just now getting added to the Promo Only set for September.  With it's pulsating synths that are heavily influenced by the Don Henley classic The Boys of Summer, I expect this will be in heavy rotation at radio if it already isn't.
Then there are the electro-pop darlings like Pixie Lott and Mini Viva already receiving a lot of buzz from sites like Arjan Writes, Electroqueer and Popjustice who deliver perfectly delectable slices of retro heaven on Boys and Girls and the outstanding Left My Heart in Tokyo.  In particular, Pete Hammond who apparently has come out of retirement made two solid mixes for Mini Viva; one more contemporary for today's dance floors and another 80's throwback very similar to his work with SAW (Stock, Aiken & Waterman) which is just as much fun as the latter.
The Bassmonkeys return with In the Moment featuring the awesome dance floor veteran and diva extraordinaire Abigail Bailey.  Currently sitting at the top of XpressBeats' Most Wanted Chart, this is a surefire funky house pleaser.
After last year's successful Ride My Tempo proving she's not just a one-hit wonder, Ida Corr returns with I Want You.  No doubt the Funkerman mix will have you guys shaking your asses through the fall.  Another big one to watch out for is 5th place Eurovision contestant Jade Ewen.  Her first single My Man is blowing up on both sides of the aisle and well on it's way to a club floor near you.
Finally, we have the return of the always fabulous Vanessa Williams, who just put out her first full-length studio album in four years.  Jam packed with amazing remixes including Soul Seekerz and Ralphi Rosario, I expect The Real Thing to do very well in the clubs.  For now, I'm delivering the breezy samba take by the Seekerz which further prove their own prowess and why I'm a huge fan of theirs.   Maybe it's time for me to add them to the Catching Up With series, we'll see.
Well,

Mariah Carey: A Divine Dance Music Journey | Diva Series 2009

Mariah Carey: a name that reverberates across multiple genres and holds a particular gravitas in the world of dance music. Bursting into the limelight in the early '90s, Mariah's self-titled debut album was nothing short of a sensation, gifting us four chart-topping hits. Her trajectory faced some turbulence when she left Sony/Columbia for a high-stakes deal with Virgin Records, but any detours only led her back to the path of success, exemplified by her triumphant "Emancipation of Mimi."
One DJ stands out in particular for his collaborations with Mariah: David Morales. Renowned for getting Mariah to re-record vocals exclusively for his remixes, Morales has been instrumental in translating her iconic voice for club-goers around the globe. A close listen to tracks like "Anytime You Need a Friend" or "Heartbreaker" reveals that Mariah's work with other DJs like C+C Music Factory and Junior Vasquez also likely features re-recorded vocals—essentially transforming the dance tracks into unique compositions.
Amidst the pounding beats and gospel choirs that are staples of a Morales remixes, Mariah's vocals achieve a level of emotive power rarely heard on the dance floor. It's as if you're transported to a soul-stirring Sunday service, guided by Mariah's arresting vocal prowess.
In recent years, Mariah's music has taken a younger, pop-centric turn—seen in her album E=MC²—a direction that seems out of step with her natural vocal brilliance. In an era where new talents like Leona Lewis are gaining ground, Mariah doesn't need to play catch-up; she already has a timeless allure that many aspire to but few attain.
The playlist that follows is a dynamic tapestry of Mariah’s versatility and vocal magic. From "Emotions" to "We Belong Together," each song in this over-two-hour set is a tribute to her unparalleled talents. DJs like Peter Rauhofer, Seamus Haji, and Mike Rizzo join the ranks of Morales in crafting mixes that underline why Mariah deserves her Diva Hall of Fame status.
So here's to Mariah Carey, a true diva whose dance tracks echo across decades, establishing her as an enduring force in music. Party Favorz is thrilled to induct her into the Diva Hall of Fame. Ladies and gentlemen…Miss Mariah Carey!
Until the next time...ENJOY!
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Album : Mariah Carey 2009
Genre : Circuit, House
Year : 2009
Total Time : 2:04:54.00
1. Emotions (12" Club Mix)
2. Can’t Take That Away (Mariah’s Theme) (Morales Club Mix)
3. Heartbreaker (If You Should Ever Be Lonely) (Junior’s Club Mix)
4. Touch My Body (Seamus Haji Club Mix)
5. Fantasy (Def Club Mix)
6. Anytime You Need A Friend (C+C Club Version)
7. It’s Like That (David Morales Classic Mix)
8. Bringin’ On The Heartbreak (Mike Rizzo’s Global Soul Mix Show)
9. Shake It Off (Constantine Club Mix)
10. We Belong Together (Peter Rauhofer Reconstruction Club Mix)
11. Don’t Forget About Us (Tony Moran & Warren Rigg Dance Floor Anthem)
12. Bye Bye (Tony Moran & Warren Rigg Remix)
13. Obsessed (Seamus Haji & Paul Emanuel Club Mix)
14. Dreamlover (Def Club Mix)
15. My All (David Morales Classic Club Mix)
16. Honey (Classic Mix)
17. Butterfly (Meme’s Extended Club Mix)
18. Always Be My Baby (David Morales Always Club Mix)
19. Say Somethin’ (David Morales Stereo Anthem Mix)
20. Loverboy (David Morales Club Of Love Mix)
21. I Stay In Love (Jody Den Broeder House Mix)
22. I Still Believe (Morales’ Classic Club Mix)

BPM Edition 2009 Volume 5 | Pt. 2

Part two of the BPM Edition 2009 v5.
Album : BPM Edition 2009 v5 | Pt. 2
Genre : Electro House, Dance, Funky House
Year : 2009
Total Time : 02:43:05
1. Nelly Furtado - Manos Al Aire (Robbie Rivera Juicy Mix)
2. Nadia Ali - Fine Print (Alex Sayz Remix)
3. StJames - Can't Be Without You (Original Extended Mix)
4. Zarif - Over (Bimbo Jones Club Mix)
5. Andrea Paci feat. Andrea Love - Kiss Me (Sergio Mauri vs. Raf Marchesini & Karim Razak Remix)
6. Bananarama - Love Comes (Wideboys Club Mix)
7. Carolina Liar - Show Me What I'm Looking For (Seamus Haji & Paul Emanuel Club Mix)
8. Shawn Christopher - Just Another Sleepless Night (Soulshaker Club Mix)
9. Holly Rose - Down To One Kiss (th Heaven Club Mix)
10. Jay C feat. Shana - The Music (Club Mix)
11. Haydon - Get Into U (Twisted Mix)
12. Faze Action - I Wanna Dancer (Special Disco Mix)
13. Lockdown - Never Gonna Let You Go (E-Squire Mix)
14. Pure Sugar - Delicious (Vission & Lorimer Klub Mix)
15. DJ Kid Stretch - Get Away (Basement Freaks Remix)
16. Mariah Carey - Obsessed (Cahill Club Mix)
17. Michael Mind - Gotta Let You Go (Club Mix)
18. Get Far - The Radio (Get Far & Paolo Sandrini Extended Mix)
19. Tiesto & Sneaky Sound System - I Will Be Here (Wolfgang Gartner Remix)
20. AnnaGrace - Let The Feelings Go (Peter Luts Remix)
21. Bodybangers - Sunshine Day (Original Mix)
22. The BeatThiefs feat. Shena - You Got To (Tune Brothers Vocal Mix)
23. Madonna - Celebration (Oakenfold Dub Club Mix)
24. Romain Curtis & Seamus Haji feat. Awa - I've Been Looking (Seamus Haji Vocal Mix)
25. Lauren Hildebrandt - Boyshorts (Bit Error House Remix)
26. Haydon - Get Into U (Miami Full Mix)
27. Anjulie - Love Songs (Bimbo Jones Mix)
28. Jordin Sparks - Battlefield (Bimbo Jones Remix)
29. Pink - Funhouse (Digital Dog Remix)
30. The Camel Rider & Mitch LJ featMark Alston - Love Will Find A Way (Original Mix)

BPM Edition 2009 Volume 5 | Pt. 1

The 5th edition of the BPM series consisting of two very long podcasts will be made available all at once later this afternoon.  This has been a long and grueling summer and frankly, I need a break.  I don't have it in me to create my usual post. I've included the track listing for each set below, so you have a pretty good idea of what's contained in each podcast.
I plan on taking most of August off, though I may pop in later in the month with the 2003 Chrome Edition or maybe just the Mariah Diva Series I had previously promised.  I can't say for sure.  I'm starting to have some normalcy around the house as Rick's condition has improved markedly.  A couple more weeks of dialysis and he should be back at work, right around the time I have my operation.
I hope everyone has enjoyed the summer mixes I've been putting out and you can expect more going into the fall, but with a more restrained release schedule.  I fully anticipate having the Fall Edition out sometime around Labor Day.
Atlanta has brought back Pearl Days at Six Flags (Think of it like Gay Days at Disney) which is on September 11th - 13th and should be a lot of fun, assuming I'll be up and about at that time.  So make the best of the remaining weeks of summer and I'll soon be back in the saddle whipping it out! Until then...Enjoy!
Album : BPM Edition 2009 v5 | Pt. 1
Genre : Electro House, Dance, Funky House
Year : 2009
Total Time : 02:36:22
Chicane - Poppiholla (Club Mix)
Passion Pit - The Reeling (Groove Police Remix)
Raygun - Just Because (Bimbo Jones Remix)
Richard Vission & Static Revenger feat. Luciana - I Like That (Original Mix)
Jada - American Cowboy (Mike Rizzo Funk Generation Club Mix)
DJ Neo & Jocelyn Brown - Better Life (DJ Neo Essential Club Mix)
DJ Antoine - This Time (Wendel Kos Club Mix)
Moony - I Don't Know Why (Jerome Isma-ae Remix)
Beyonce - Sweet Dreams (Karmatronic Club Remix)
Evan Cowden - Dance Floor Dance Whore (Klubjumpers Extended Mix)
Solange - Would've Been The One (Groove Police Club Mix)
Pussycat Dolls - Hush Hush (Bimbo Jones Club Mix)
Danny Verde & Phil Romano feat. Anna Buckle - Express Yourself (Original Mix)
Bob Sinclar & Sugarhill Gang - Lala Song (Paolo Ortelli vs. Degree Remix)
Sandy Rivera feat. Rae - Persuasion (Sandy Rivera Remix)
Crazy P - Stop Space Return (Unabombers Vox Mix)
Bellatrax - Can't Hold Back (Henry John Morgan Remix)
Lee Kalt & Mark Alston feat. Missus M - Kiss & Fly (Main Mix)
Jessie James - Wanted (Wideboys Vocal)
Katy Perry - Waking Up In Vegas (Manhattan Clique Bellagio Remix)
Mr. DYF feat. Shena - Hold On (Freemasons Club Mix)
Melinda Doolittle - It's Your Love (Mike Rizzo Club Mix)
Another Chance - I Can't Wait (Original Mix)
Ralphi Rosario feat. Shawn Christopher - Everybody Shake It (Ralphi's Funky House Vocal)
Disco International feat. Miss Lynsey - Ready 4 More (Club Mix)
La Roux - Bulletproof (Dave Aude Club Remix)
LeToya - She Aint Got (Dave Aude Club Mix)
Bloc Party - One More Chance (Tiesto Remix)

Summer Edition 2009 Volume 3

Life certainly changes at a whims notice.  In the spring, I had announced my intent to go back to school.  I had applied, got accepted, shelled out $580 to UT to get my transcripts released and transferred, took blood tests to ensure I had all of my childhood immunity vaccinations, submitted my application for financial aid which was approved and finally met with a counselor to cover the courses I was going to need and also found out everything transferred with a 3.47 GPA.  As it turns out, it looks like I will be having an operation in August which will require some extensive rehab afterward.
Consequently, school is off the table at least until spring.  So what does that have to do with this site you might ask?  That just means you have me in your full service at least until the end of the year.  Experience has taught me that no matter how much you prepare and/or set your course, obstacles (sometimes good, other times bad) get in your way.  At this point, everything is tentative and I fully expect to keep on keeping on through the end of December.  Frankly, this has been a whirlwind of a year.
It started off with the failure of not one, but two 1TB external hard drives and my primary hard drive on my computer causing me to lose a ton of my music, photos, artwork and documents that hadn't been backed up to DVD yet.  Rick's mom passed away a couple of months ago and that put a strain on our budget to fly him back to Texas.  He hasn't been the same since getting back and I'm hoping that will change sooner rather than later.
After all, I rely on him a great deal and I don't enjoy seeing him so down.  Nevertheless, we keep plugging away in hopes to finally see the light at the end of the tunnel.  Personally, I'd prefer the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, but I'll take what I can get.LOL!
I've decided to take this next week off; well sort of anyway.  I'll be opening up the site to my guest DJs to promote their own work and I even have newcomer (for here) Frank Wild from San Francisco on board with us as well.  While I can't promote everyone's work all the time, much less listen to all the mixes that are submitted to me, if you're interested, feel free to send me an email (located in the upper left hand corner of my site under the "about me" section) along with your info, website and any cover art and/or logo and pics plus track listing you might want to use to in the post.
The other thing I'll be working on is my first radio-themed podcast where I'll preview some of my favorite songs of the moment.  No, this is not going to be a countdown, rather a way for me to share with people songs I think they should consider along with up and coming releases that are not yet available for purchase.
This week, I've had the good fortune to preview two new songs by DJ Bill Bennett (yes, he did send them along after all) which will drop on the 27th.  I'm kind of feeling my way around this and hope that people will find it useful.
For now, I'll try to keep it down to 30 minutes or so and will see what the response is before I take the full plunge.  If there are any other DJs, producers or artists that have something new coming out (keep it in the realm of dance music please) feel free to forward it along with release dates, bio info, production credits and any available artwork for consideration for future shows.
Alright, enough boring you guys to tears.  Here's the third and final set of the Summer Edition.  You'll notice that the first half is your usual fair (in a good way of course) before turning decidedly progressive for the second half.
Between the original Party Favorz mixes and the BPM editions, I've been trying to make up for the now-defunct System Edition with songs that I feel mesh nicely within these sets.  I'm a big believer in diversity and by mixing it up, it keeps these mixes from becoming stale and redundant.
One last thing, with the onslaught of really great music being released late this summer,