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

Kristine W: The Powerhouse Diva Who Revolutionized the Dance Floor

In the grand pantheon of dance music, few artists encapsulate the blend of vocal prowess, commercial appeal, and LGBTQ+ affinity quite like Kristine W. From her early years in the Miss America pageant to lighting up the Las Vegas strip with her enduring show, Kristine W has walked a multifaceted path to stardom, leaving a lasting impact on dance floors and jazz lounges alike.
Kristine W's story isn't your run-of-the-mill "overnight success" narrative; it's a blend of determination, talent, and engagement with diverse audiences. Her initial entry into the public eye via the Miss America pageant wasn't just a beauty contest but a showcase for her voice. Yet it was her Las Vegas show, a long-running affair, that truly encapsulated her versatility as a performer, effortlessly moving from pop bangers to sultry jazz numbers.
A significant part of her allure has always been her steadfast and ardent following among gay men. She resonates with our community not just because she’s a fabulous performer, but because her music often speaks to the gay experience—of love, loss, hope, and the power of self-acceptance. It's not just a fanbase; it's a relationship built on mutual respect and shared experiences.
What really sets Kristine W apart in the dance music universe is her extraordinary voice. Capable of navigating high-energy beats as easily as smoky jazz tones, her vocal talent is a force to be reckoned with. This chameleon-like ability has made her a go-to collaborator for heavyweight DJs keen to bring depth and emotion to the electronic soundscape.
When it comes to songs that have defined her career, "Feel What You Want" comes to mind immediately. Remixed by Junior Vasquez, his remix is a triumph in merging vocal emotionality with infectious beats guaranteeing its status as an enduring gay anthem. Then there’s “One More Try,” as song about mistakes and regrets re-energized in Rollo’s remix, giving it an additional touch of dance-floor euphoria.
“Land Of The Living” and “The Boss” are other stellar tracks that received the remix treatment from Junior Vasquez and Love to Infinity, respectively, and turned into club anthems. The inescapable connection between "Land of the Living" at a time when gay men were given a second chance with the newly available HIV medications (whether incidental or not) was the empowerment and defiance we needed at an uncertain time in our history. Her remake of the Diana Ross disco classic "The Boss" was just the iceing on the cake of for relationship empowerment but fun and frivolity on the the dance floor.
Yet, her collaboration with Tony Moran on "The Power Of Music" stands out as a sonic monument to what makes Kristine W a powerhouse on the dance floor. The ML Club Mix taps into the joy and liberation that encapsulates the essence of dance music. Not to be outdone, “Some Lovin’” and “The Wonder Of It All” received the magic touch from Peter Rauhofer and Offer Nissim, respectively, each highlighting different facets of her vocal strengths.
With such a portfolio, it’s no wonder Kristine W ranks among the top 10 artists with an outstanding 17 #1 Billboard Dance Club songs. She's not just a dance diva; she’s a multifaceted artist whose influence and appeal have stood the test of time.
Until the next time...ENJOY!
Donate and keep the party going!
Album : The Diva Series: Kristine W
Genre : Circuit, Tribal, House, Progressive
Year : 2011
Total Time : 2:06:57
1. Intro
2. Feel What You Want 2008 (Edit)
3. The Boss (Love to Infinity Love In The Club Mix)
4. Walk Away (Escape To Collucio Run To The Club Mix)
5. The Power Of Music (Tony Moran ML Club Mix)
6. Fly Again (Ralphi's Hydrate Club Mix)
7. Stronger (Johnny Vicious Club Mix)
8. Land Of The Living (Junior's New Vocal Mix)
9. Some Lovin' (Peter Rauhofer Reconstruction Mix)
10. Love Is The Look (Rosario K-Y INTRIGUE Club)
11. Clubland (Thunderpuss Club Mix)
12.

T-Dance Edition 2009 Volume 3 (Take 4)

I'm serving up the final installment of this edition and need to take a much-needed break.  However, since Rick is out of town for the next week or so, why bother?  So, I've designated this next week as DIVA week.  I've already done some preliminary mixing and as difficult as some of this old stuff is, I think it'll pretty much rock.  I just need to go back and do a bunch of prep work on the mixes to get them into high-quality shape for your listening pleasure.  That part is very time consuming but the added value to the sound is 200% worth the effort.  I'm not giving out any names or dates; let's just say they'll show up when they show up.
Right now, I've got a bunch of hard-hitting funk and soul for you guys.  I'm not going to spend a lot of space this go around, so I'll just throw out some of the hard hitters here:  Danny Howells and Dick Trevor with Erire "Dusk Til Dawn", Inaya Day and Ralf Gum "Reap", The Collective vs. Peyton "Promised Land", Sweet Mercy and Veba "Take Your Time (Do It Right)", Kaskade "It's You, It's Me", Ollie Brooke with Nica Brooke "Fireflies" and The Muthafunkaz with Sheila Ford and Biblical Jones "Galaxy" are all personal favorites.  Frankly, there's not a bad tune in the bunch and everything flows as smoothly as a glass of iced tea on a hot summer day.
I hope everyone enjoys their holiday weekend.  I'll back very soon with the first of the next DIVA installment.  Take care, have fun, stay cool and as always.enjoy!
Album : T-Dance Edition v3
Genre : Dance, Funky, House, Soulful
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:19:52:00
Track : 1
Title : Dusk Til Dawn (Carl Hanaghan Remix)
Artist : Danny Howells & Dick Trevor feat. Erire
Track : 2
Title : Take My Time (Alfred Azzetto Dub)
Artist : Beaten Soul feat. Nicole Tyler
Track : 3
Title : Reap (Ralf GUM Original Mix)
Artist : Inaya Day & Ralf Gum
Track : 4
Title : Unconditional Love (Original Vocal Mix)
Artist : Kings Of Groove feat. Jessi Colasante
Track : 5
Title : Love Shine (Samuele Sartini Remix)
Artist : Sam Project
Track : 6
Title : Promised Land (DJ Meme Purple Club mix)
Artist : The Collective vs. Peyton
Track : 7
Title : Take Your Time (Do It Right) (Troy Woods BDI Mix)
Artist : Sweet Mercy feat. Veba
Track : 8
Title : It's You, It's Me (Original)
Artist : Kaskade
Track : 9
Title : Fireflies (DJ Freestyle's Heavenly Mix)
Artist : Ollie Brooke feat. Nica Brooke
Track : 10
Title : Lift U Up (Dos Palomas Negras Remix)
Artist : Melvin Reese vs. Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano
Track : 11
Title : Change Is On The Way (Born To Funk Groove Mix)
Artist : Justin Michael feat. Maiya
Track : 12
Title : Galaxy (Muthafunkaz Long Version)
Artist : The Muthafunkaz feat. Sheila Ford & Biblical Jones
Track : 13
Title : Alvaro Masi (Misael Deejay Remix)
Artist : Aldebaran
Track : 14
Title : Together (Crazy P Remix)
Artist : J Boogie's Duntronic Science feat. Jennifer Johns

T-Dance Edition 2009 Volume 3 (Take 3)

Transitioning into the more soulful side of house, we're working our way up to the weekend.  Starting things off, we've got the always amazing vocal talents of Andrea Love with the Praise Cats.  "Shined On Me" is a wonderful slice of gospel house full of meaning and uplifting spirituality.  In fact, the first four songs pretty much cover that same territory with some heavy hitters like Ron Caroll, Robert Owens and yes, even the fabulous Evelyn (Champagne) King who climbed back into the business last year.
Switching gears, Joey Negro takes us on a piano-pounding house stomping ride with "Ride the Rhythm" followed by a surprisingly successful Prince remake "When Doves Cry" by Yass.  Dropping the tempo a bit, we move into some deep house with Jake Island and Alec Sun Dre's "Can You Feel It" followed by the uplifting "Don't Stop" by Kwality Kontrol and Alana Bridgewater.
I decided to break away and move into the garage funk of Joey Negro's 'Sunburst Band'  and "Man of War".  If I had to describe this song, I'd say it was a mashup between Isaac Hayes and Edwin Starr.  Steeped in 70s funk, Joey has a knack for making something old sound fresh again.  In order to keep things moving, I spice things up a bit with the Latin sounds of Da Lata and Diabel Cissokho's "This Is Not Your Job" and the classic "Cada Vez by Negrocan.  Not to be complacent, I quickly move into the old-time (we're talking 20s maybe 30s) style of "Why Don't You" by GramophoneDzie.  Clearly, this is some sort of mashup stripped from a very old 78 (your great grandparent's records) and sliced and sampled together with some house.  The end result is amazing!
Finally, I slip back into some new jack funk with "I Gotcha Back" by Charles Dockins before closing it out with the soulful sounds of Byron Stingily's latest "100% Stalkin U".  Through and through, this is a solid house number that will have the purest among you snapping your fingers and tapping your toes.
I'll be heading out shortly to take Rick to the Birmingham airport.  It seems his mother is not doing so well and isn't expected to be with us much longer.  So, he's flying back to south Texas to be with her for about a week.  We're seldom ever apart, but I understand.  So, I'll try to keep myself busy over the course of the next week and attempt to knock out some of those Diva mixes I had been promising everyone.  We still have one more T-Dance to go and I'll be sure to deliver that just in time for the weekend tomorrow. Until then.enjoy!
Album : T-Dance Edition v3
Genre : Dance, Funky, House, Soulful
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:19:46:00
Track : 1
Title : Shined On Me (Bini & Martini Re-Vocal Mix)
Artist : Praise Cats feat. Andrea Love
Track : 2
Title : Come Into My Life (Original Mix)
Artist : Richard Grey feat. Ron Caroll
Track : 3
Title : Loosen Up (Mark Grant Remix)
Artist : Jinkzilla feat. Robert Owens
Track : 4
Title : One More Time (Grant Nelson Club Mix)
Artist : Divas Of Color feat. Evelyn King
Track : 5
Title : Ride The Rhythm (Joey Negro House Dub)
Artist : Joey Negro
Track : 6
Title : When Doves Cry (Muthafunkaz Remix)
Artist : Yass
Track : 7
Title : Can You Feel It (Fred Everything Lazy Days Vox)
Artist : Jake Island feat. Alec Sun Dre
Track : 8
Title : Don't Stop (Random Soul Remix)
Artist : Kwality Kontrol feat. Alana Bridgewater
Track : 9
Title : Man Of War (Joey Negro Psychedelic Funk Mix)
Artist : Joey Negro & Sunburst Band
Track : 10
Title : This Is Not Your Job (Yass Remix)
Artist : Da Lata feat. Diabel Cissokho
Track : 11
Title : Cada Vez (Grant Nelson Vocal Mix)
Artist : Negrocan
Track : 12
Title : Why Don't You (Original)
Artist : GramophoneDzie
Track : 13
Title : I Gotcha Back (Groove Junkies Edit)
Artist : Charles Dockins
Track : 14
Title : 100 % Of Stalkin U (Deemah's Vocal Remix)
Artist : Byron Stingily

T-Dance Edition 2009 Volume 3 (Take 2)

Keeping up with the theme of take 1, this mix remains on the more commercial funky side of the T-Dance series.  The first three songs are a bit tougher and could have easily fit in with the BPM mixes.  Sometimes, I don't know why I move certain songs to the T-Dance folder as opposed to the BPM folder, but I suppose there must be a method to my madness.
Regardless, Musiq Soulchild and Mary J. Blige are currently riding high with the very hot "IfULeave".  This former #1 on Masterbeat's club charts is just now making its move up the Billboard charts and I expect will ultimately land the top spot sometime this summer.  Ono's "I'm Not Getting Enough" is an unlikely candidate for this mix, but I have to say, Eddie Amador took this song in a completely different direction than the rest of the mixes.  While he retains the overall darkness of the original, the pumps in this groovy house vibe throughout thus qualifying the song to be included.
On the campier side, Natalie Powers delivers a reliable interpretation of Laura Branigan's "Shattered Glass" and the Klubkidz with Sam Solace equally turn in a reliable rendition of "It's My Time" originally performed by Jade Ewen, winner of the 2009 Eurovision contest.  If it sounds like a Broadway show tune, that's because it was written by Andrew Lloyd Weber and Diana Warren.  The funny thing is, I can't help but think of Diana Ross' "It's My Turn" every time I hear it.  I don't know, you be the judge.
Moving along, Stephane and 3G deliver a serious booty shaker with "We Don't Wanna Put In."  Mood Velvet and Janet Gray tackle a remake of the Hot Chocolate classic "Every 1's a Winner" set to what sounds like the original mix for Faith Evans' "Mesmerized" by Freemasons.
Nevertheless, it works quite well and since it's been long enough, I don't think most people will even notice.  Finally, one of the hot songs of the moment is by Wynonna (of Judd's fame).  Taking a page from Leann Rimes handbook, she took the song "Sing" and had a plethora of producers come in and remix it for the dancefloor.  Almighty takes the cake for this mix, though expect Jody's version to show up on the Gay Days edition in a couple of weeks.
That about does it for today. Tomorrow, we'll be moving towards the pure house I had promised.  I've already listened to take 3 several times while running errands and I am quite pleased.  I'm certain the diehards amongst you will be as well.  I'll be back tomorrow with the next set.  Until then, enjoy!
Album : T-Dance Edition v3
Genre : Dance, Disco, Funky, House
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:19:53:00
Track : 1
Title : IfULeave (Mig vs. Rizzo Club Mix)
Artist : Musiq Soulchild feat. Mary J. Blige
Track : 2
Title : I'm Not Getting Enough (Eddie Amador Mix)
Artist : Ono
Track : 3
Title : Dancin (Disco Lips Remix)
Artist : Ali Payami
Track : 4
Title : Can't Help Myself (eSQUIRE Remix)
Artist : The Barflyz
Track : 5
Title : Be With You (Esquire Remix)
Artist : Steve Haines feat. Carmen Anderson
Track : 6
Title : Way Back (Clubzound Remix)
Artist : Ministry Of Funk
Track : 7
Title : Shattered Glass (Starlab Club Mix)
Artist : Natalie Powers
Track : 8
Title : It's My Time (Extended Mix)
Artist : Klubkidz feat. Sam Solace
Track : 9
Title : I Believe In Love (Georgie Believes In Love Club)
Artist : Georgie Porgie
Track : 10
Title : Do It Again (Big Room Mix)
Artist : Disco Freaks
Track : 11
Title : Give You Everything (Moto Blanco Club Mix)
Artist : Erika Jayne
Track : 12
Title : We Don't Wanna Put in (7th Heaven Club Mix)
Artist : Stephane & 3G
Track : 13
Title : Every 1's A Winner (Samuele Sartini Mix)
Artist : Mood Velvet feat. Janet Gray
Track : 14
Title : Sing (Almighty Extended Mix)
Artist : Wynonna

T-Dance Edition 2009 Volume 3 (Take 1)

Are you ready to get your disco on?  I said, are you ready to get your DISCO ON???  Because if not, then this mix isn't for you.  Just in time for your Memorial Day weekend mischief,  I'm delivering two heaping servings of some of the freshest, phattest, and funkiest slices of heaven this side of the galaxy or more like intergalactic space funk that's so fierce, even your mom will have to wiggle it, just a little bit!
Starting things off, Joe T. Vannelli delivers an updated version of the classic "Doctor Love" originally performed by First Choice.  For all purposes, this version is titled "Doctor House" and definitely sets the mood for the rest of the mix.  This, of course, is followed by Lonnie Gordon's 1991 classic "I'm Gonna Catch You" and with 7th Heaven at the helm, you can't go wrong.
We also have Ricki Lee's latest "Wiggle It" which basically turns the table on the 90's house classic originally performed by 2 in a Room.  Other notable ditties worth mentioning are Lenny B's latest "Turn Up the Radio" which is a discofied version of the Sylvane mix, which recently appeared on my latest BPM edition, and Sabrina Johnston taking an old church hymn "Peace in the Valley" and turning it into a disco floor stomper.  Two other songs you should keep an eye on, only because you'll be hearing them a lot this summer are Kurd Maverick and Sam Obernik's "Love Emergency" and the Pussycat Dolls' "Hush Hush".  With the chorus "If you should fall, fall for me. Stick around I'm what you need. I'm not asking for eternity. It's just a little love emergency" "Love Emergency" is a surefire winner!  Woo, Daddy, it's getting HOT in h-e-r-e!  I guarantee you, the boys will be clamoring for this one.
Now you may be asking yourselves. Pussycat Dolls?  Followed by your second question, Dave Aude?  I can hear it now . . . WTF???  Let me tell ya, the Dolls and Dave combo is a winner!  I think this is the first time Dave has shown us his funkier side and the Dolls really deliver the goods.  "Hush Hush" is a song about the dissolution of a relationship where the protagonist finally declares about 2/3 of the way in that she's broken. Then the song just drops and those oh-so-familiar words are uttered."At first, I was afraid, I was petrified."  Now if you don't know those lyrics by now, we may have to strip you of your gay card and send you back to gay 101 for a refresher.  Yes, they manage to work in the classic Gloria Gaynor disco anthem "I Will Survive" and never once does it sound cheesy.  Folks, this is gonna be big, mark-my-word.
There are four volumes to this set, which will be released each day until Friday.  I broke it up between funky and soulful.  I wanted to get the funky mixes out first for those of you taking an extended holiday so you had your soundtrack ready to go by the time you're out the door on Friday.  The soulful mixes will come out Thursday and Friday, just in time for any weekend bar-b-cues or parties you may have planned.  I've finished all four mixes and have to say they are smokin'!  Then again, I'm partial to house in it's purest form and think everyone pretty much knows that by now.  Anywho, I've gotta get out and enjoy this fabulous fall weather we've been having!  You heard right, it's been pretty cool at night and in the mornings, but the sunshine and cool breeze during the day are alright with me.  I'll be back tomorrow with the next installment.  Until then, enjoy!
Album : T-Dance Edition v3
Genre : Dance, Disco, Funky, House
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:19:12:00
Track : 1
Title : Doctor Love (Doctor House Remix)
Artist : Joe T Vannelli feat. Helen & Terry
Track : 2
Title : Catch You Baby (7th Heaven Mix)
Artist : Lonnie Gordon
Track : 3
Title : Ready 4 More (Club Mix)
Artist : Disco International feat. Miss Lynsey
Track : 4
Title : Take Me Higher (Original)
Artist : Jonni Black vs. Shena
Track : 5
Title : Wiggle It (Soul Junkie Remix)
Artist : Ricki Lee
Track : 6

BPM Edition 2009 Volume 4 (Take 4)

Okay, folks, we're in the home stretch before I take a much needed weekend break.  Starting things off, we get an updated early 90s classic "Just Another Sleepless Night" by Mad8 vs. Shawn Christopher and what a smokin' mix this is!  The original David Morales mix is a personal favorite while Out of Office delivers an updated electro take for today's floors.  I'm also serving up the two other Amanda Wilson tracks I promised "Love Resurrection" and "Surrender".  Though not quite as stellar as "Make It Real" these are still some nice additions to Miss Wilson's growing repertoire.
For those of you that remember the massive Moto Blanco mix of "If You Love Me'" by Chanel last year, well she's updated the song with a new electro mix by Disco Lips which retains all the characteristics of the previous with a bit of an edge.  This is kind of a no-brainer and should do very well.  Another song I'm really feeling at the moment is "When We're Together" by Morjac and Fred Falke featuring Sarah Tyler.  This is a big electro tune that drops into this Stevie Winwood sound from his "Arc of a Diver" period during the chorus.  I don't know, it just makes me feel warm and fuzzy all over.LOL.
Another no-brainer is the already massive "Body Rock" by Oceana.  I had previously used the Twisted Dee mix in my Spring Edition and I've got to say that Dave Aude's take is equally as good.  This, of course, is followed by U2's latest "Magnificent" which by all accounts is just that.  In fact, U2 even sent Dave a personal note thanking him for such an outstanding job.  What's nice about this version is that it harkens back to the uplifting 80s sound that U2 is known for, just with an electro edge to it.  This is nothing short of brilliant and should take these guys back to the top of the club charts.  Speaking of the 80s, "Clothes Off" is an updated take on the 80's hit "We Don't Have to Take Our Clothes Off" by Jermaine Stewart.  Already burning up the floors, the Soul Seekerz do an excellent job of bringing the song into the here and now while retaining the nice sing-a-long chorus that made this song famous in the first place.
Keeping with the 80s theme, "Too Hot" by Rick Restanques and Linda Lee Hopkins employs a phat synth groove throughout the song that is very reminiscent of the Pointer Sisters' "Automatic."  I have to say this works wonders for the song and should do very well this summer.  Finally, I close things out with "Time 2 Wait" by Steelers and Naomi.  No doubt this is a surefire radio and club hit from the original to the Bellatrax mix represented here.  I expect big things for this song.
That's all I got for you guys today.  However, if you scroll down the sidebar on the left-hand side, you'll get a clue as to what I have in store for you over the coming weeks.  Beginning sometime this next week, I'll start rolling out the next T-Dance mixes, which from what I've previewed so far, should be a lot more fun in the sun for you all.  I hope everyone has a great weekend, and I'll be back next week.  Until then (as if you didn't already know).enjoy!
Album : BPM Edition 2009 v4
Genre : House, Electro, Funky, Progressive
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:25:02:00
Track : 1
Title : Just Another Sleepless Night (Out of Office Remix)
Artist : Mad8 vs. Shawn Christopher
Track : 2
Title : Love Resurrection (Extended Mix)
Artist : Aruora feat. Amanda Wilson
Track : 3
Title : Body And Soul (Original Mix)
Artist : Agent Greg feat. Abigail Bailey
Track : 4
Title : Party People (Danny Verde Remix)
Artist : Karmin Shiff & Inusa Dawuda
Track : 5
Title : If You Love Me (Disco Lips Remix)
Artist : Chanel
Track : 6
Title : Blame It On You (Wideboys Stadium Remix)
Artist : Gathania
Track : 7
Title : Keep Me...! (FatBlock Remix)
Artist : Starchaser
Track : 8
Title : Surrender (Richard Grey Club Mix)
Artist : Alkatraz feat. Amanda Wilson
Track : 9
Title : When We're Together (Alex Gaudino & Jason Rooney Remix)

BPM Edition 2009 Volume 4 (Take 3)

Two days ago, I had the chance to finally preview 'Take 2' and decided I wasn't exactly feeling the Bimbo Jones mix of "Push Up Word Up" and decided to swap it out for the club mix instead.  That version is more of a breakbeat mix very similar to the original 80s version by Cameo, which I like much better.  While I was at it, I went ahead and made some minor improvements to a couple of songs.
I decided that the Simply Red and Freemasons with Sophie Ellis- Bextor mixes were a little too slow for my taste.  So, I increased the BPM from 125 to 128 giving both songs an energy boost.  It's not as significant as you might think since the vocals remain the same and don't come out sounding like the Chipmunks.  I've done this before, but not after I had already posted the mix.  I also remastered the Freemasons mix to bring it up to par with the songs surrounding it.  The quality was a little lacking so I added some light compression to toughen it up a bit.  Anyway, if you want the final version, the mix along with a new .cue file has been replaced and is available for download.
I have to say this has been a hectic week.  I've had a lot on my plate and had all the mixes finished up on Sunday to get other work done.  The only problem was a slew of new promos showed up.  There were several worthwhile mixes that I added to this third installation, making it longer than previously projected.  I don't think anyone will mind and I'm guessing that the fourth will have some changes as well, though I can't guarantee the length.  I just thought I'd put that out there before some of you get all up in my face about the length of the mix.  Regardless, once you hear it, you'll be glad I made the additions.
Starting things off with quite possibly the hardest songs I've had to mix in a long time.  Ashley Tisdale's "It's Alright, It's Okay" and Kaci Battaglia's "Crazy Possessive (I'll Muck You Up)" are too big and I mean very BIG electro house tunes that you'll no doubt be hearing everywhere this summer.  The problem I had was the rolling beats that Dave Aude and Cahill used as the foundation for the songs.  The best way to mix in and out of these is to have a song in a perfect key that has no build-up or breakdown at the end.  Otherwise, you can forget it.  After messing around with it yesterday evening, I finally decided to move them to the front of the mix and took the easy way out of "Crazy Possessive" to keep things moving along.  Speaking of Dave Aude, this guy is on fire!  Last year I was complaining that he was kind of hit or miss in his mixes, but it seems that everything he's touched this year (and that's been a lot) is nothing short of magic! So I want to give a big shout out to Dave for rocking the floors in 2009!
We also get hot new tunes by Erika Jayne and Amanda Wilson.  Erika's new single "Give You Everything" (currently only available on iTunes ) is jam-packed with great mixes from Dave Aude, DJ Escape & Johnny Vicious, and Moto Blanco.  I would definitely add this to your essential list as it has something for every floor.  Equally, Amanda's "Make It Real" is one of three brand new songs from the budding diva in this series all begging for attention.  I'm not sure when she plans to stop and smell the roses, but I'll take that amazing voice anytime.  Now, will someone please give this woman a record deal, like yesterday?  Other songs already making a lot of noise are the Black Eyed Peas' "Boom Boom Pow" and Lady GaGa's latest "Love Game".  Both songs are already burning up the dancefloor and if it isn't where you're at, then request it.  The DJ will thank you.
Rounding the mix out, we get a hot new single from 80's freestyle artist Safire.  "Exotique" is another essential song that comes packed with great remixes by Mike Rizzo, Johnny Vicious, Jamie J. Sanchez and Mark Alston.  Once again, something for every floor that anyone would be a fool to pass up.  Finally, we have an amazingly sweet pop song "Armageddon" by newcomer Je...

BPM Edition 2009 Volume 4 (Take 2)

Moving along to the second set of the latest BPM Edition, I held to my promise of infusing some more prog tunes into the mix.  If you remember a while back, I made the decision to cancel the System Edition and in its place I would be mixing in some of the underground house into this series to make up for the loss.
Frankly, I think it works quite well and prevents this series from being too 'poppy' and gives it a more serious undertone.  Granted, you still have your mainstream electro and funky house but the addition of the progressive tracks not only gives it more meaning but prevents everything from sounding too mundane.
First up I've got the ultra hot Livvi Franc "Now I'm That Bitch" which is a big mainstream electro track that will rock your house!  Also be on the lookout for the equally fabulous Kaskade mix of this song.  Then there's "Boom" by Anjulie which doesn't really need a mention since it's already number one on the Billboard Club Chart but was something that wasn't in my grubby little hands at the time my last BPM mix came out.  You also have the Freestylers doing their own take of the massive chart-topper "Word Up" by Cameo from the eighties.  Don't worry, this has all new lyrics and Bimbo Jones strayed from the original version but left just enough so you know where it's coming from.  However, if you prefer the breakbeat tempo of the original, they have a club mix that's sure to suit your taste.
Another eighties gem is Simply Red's "Money's 2 Tight to Mention" which is just as pertinent now as it was back in the day.  Seamus Haji works this puppy out and I expect it to do very well on the floors over the next several months.  Since we're in the mood for remakes, why not Sono's classic "Keep Control" which the original just appeared on my 2001 Chrome Edition.  This time, Fedde Le Grand has the honors and takes the original up several notches for an ear-pleasing workout.
Keeping in the remake theme, I also closed this mix out with Richard Grey's take on Daft Punk's 2000 worldwide smash "One More Time" which simply updates the original for today's electro crowd while keeping all the uplifting and fun elements intact.  In the same mode, we get Lissat & Voltaxx's "Release Yourself" which scoops up the classic beats of Armand Van Helden's "You Don't Know Me", something that has already been done earlier this year not once but twice in a more prog style.  This go-around, they add lyrics ensuring a hands in the air crowd pleaser.  I also managed to work in a little electro-salsa with Jeremy Sylvester and Socafrica's "Hot 4 U" which practically begs you to dance.  Sorry, you just don't have any choice with this one.
Finally, the one everyone's been waiting for "Heartbreak (Make Me a Dancer)" by Freemasons and Sophi Ellis-Bextor.  This is the lead single off of the Freemason's upcoming Shakedown 2 album on June 29th and has already generated positive buzz across the Atlantic.  Expect to be hearing this and the subsequent remixes all summer long!
That's about it for today.  I'm putting some finishing touches on the third set and will have that out for you guys tomorrow.  Until then.enjoy!
Update: After having the chance to listen to this mix in full last night, I decided to swap out the Bimbo Jones mix of "Push Up Word Up" with the club mix.  Additionally, I made a few minor enhancements to the mix.
Album : BPM Edition 2009 v4
Genre : Dance, House, Club, Electro, Funky, Progressive
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:19:52:00
Track : 1
Title : Now I'm That Bitch (Mike Rizzo Funk Generation Club Mix)
Artist : Livvi Franc
Track : 2
Title : As Good As My Love (Riva Mix)
Artist : L.B.G.
Track : 3
Title : Boom (Mike Rizzo Funk Generation Extended Mix)
Artist : Anjulie
Track : 4
Title : Push Up Word Up (Bimbo Jones Vocal Mix)
Artist : Freestylers
Track : 5
Title : Money's Too Tight (To Mention) (Haji & Emanuel Club Mix)
Artist : Simply Red
Track : 6

BPM Edition 2009 Volume 4 (Take 1)

I am officially declaring summer!  I'm sorry, but I can't wait and the music contained in this four-volume set and the subsequent T-Dance series that will be coming out next week will be a testament to that fact.  So it is written, then it must be true.  After pouring through hundreds of promos, I somehow managed to cut it down to four volumes each containing fourteen of my picks for some of the hottest tunes coming to a dance floor or radio sometime soon.  Granted, this is all subjective and sometimes I am wrong; but I can assure you my overall track record is generally pretty darn good.
That being said, here are my picks to click:  First we get not one but two brand new tracks featuring the very talented Simone Denny.  We start off with the blazing electro of "Luv Sick" a collaboration with Jean Maxwell and later what is sure to be the anthem of the summer "Your Love" with Max Vangeli and Digital Lab.  Keeping up with the harder electro squeeze, we get "Take Your Time (Do It Right)" by Sweet Mercy featuring Veba.  This is a big room electro track with powerful vocals that will have you grooving from the first note.
Out of all the promos I went through, there was no shortage of 80s remakes and this one by the S.O.S. band in 1980 is a surefire winner that didn't try to copy the original.  I have to say that the overall majority were just plain donkey doo.  Among that list were "She Drives Me Crazy"," "Billie Jean" and the most atrocious of them all "Eye in the Sky" originally performed by the Alan Parsons Project.  As Moon Zappa once said, "Gag me with a spoon."
Next on the list is "Love Sex Magic" by Ciara and Justin Timberlake which is already blowing up everywhere.  Take special note that I went with the unreleased Alexander and Mark VDH mix which is just awesome.  Though not their typical mixing style, it further proves their flexibility and someone you need to watch in 2009.  Other favorites include the 2009 update of the classic "Summerfish" by Leonid Rudenko and Daniella, Studio Apartment's "I Want U 2 Move", Lenny B and NJ's "Turn Up the Radio" and "Wud If I Cud" by Anthony Wright.
One other thing of note: I've decided to remove the rating system from each song.  If I talk about the song, you can guess this is a 4 or 5-star mix and if I don't it's at least 3-1/2 which is still very good and certainly noteworthy.  I've also got a lot planned for the remainder of May, so stay tuned.  I'll be back tomorrow with volume two.  Until then, sit back, relax because summer has arrived.  Enjoy!
Album : BPM Edition v4
Genre : House, Electro, Funky, Progressive
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:18:52:00
Track : 1
Title : Luv Sick (Jean Maxwell Extended Club Mix)
Artist : Simone Denny & Jean Maxwell
Track : 2
Title : Take Your Time (Do It Right) (Mobin Master Remix)
Artist : Sweet Mercy feat. Veba
Track : 3
Title : Read My Lips 2009 (Phunk Investigation Mix)
Artist : Shanie
Track : 4
Title : Love Sex Magic (Alexander & Mark VDH Club Mix)
Artist : Ciara feat. Justin Timberlake
Track : 5
Title : Thinking Of Someone Else (Riff & Rays Club Mix)
Artist : Tinatin
Track : 6
Title : Summerfish (Matakena Remix)
Artist : Leonid Rudenko feat. Daniella
Track : 7
Title : I Want U 2 Move (SA Club Mix)
Artist : Studio Apartment feat. Mr. V
Track : 8
Title : Squeeze Me (Fedde Le Grand Remix)
Artist : Kraak & Smaak feat. Ben Westbeech
Track : 9
Title : Turn Up The Radio (Sylvane Club Mix)
Artist : Lenny B feat. NJ
Track : 10
Title : Underwear (Soul Seekerz Club Mix)
Artist : Michael Menace
Track : 11
Title : Your Love (Original Mix)
Artist : Max Vangeli & Digital Lab with Simone Denny
Track : 12
Title : It Just Won't Do (Rework)
Artist : Discofamily
Track : 13
Title : Wud If I Cud (Cahill Club)
Artist : Anthoney Wright
Track : 14
Title : Not Fair (Kyle Bourke & Justin Sane Remix)
Artist : Lily Allen

Annie Lennox: The Unexpected Dance Floor Diva Who Redefined an Icon

When you think of artists who have transcended multiple musical genres and social paradigms, Annie Lennox unquestionably comes to mind. Whether it's her groundbreaking work with the Eurythmics or her striking solo career, Lennox's influence permeates various facets of the music world. Remarkably, even in dance music, a genre she once described as "vacuous" in an interview with HX's Trenton Straube.
Lennox's opinions on dance remixes raised eyebrows, considering her extensive portfolio in the dance music realm. In a rather candid exchange, she appeared disconnected from the notion that dance mixes could extend an artist's reach, encapsulating an audience otherwise unfamiliar with her legacy. It's a viewpoint that seems misaligned with someone like Lennox, who's constantly evolved throughout her career.
The irony is palpable when considering that her remixed tracks, particularly those from her time with the Eurythmics, have introduced her to new legions of fans. For someone who tossed gender norms in the air and redefined musical styles album after album, it's surprising to hear her dismiss dance remixes. Yet, it's exactly this unpredictability that makes Annie Lennox a fascinating character.
Take her track "A Thousand Beautiful Things," for instance. When spun into the Peter Rauhofer Beautiful Strings Anthem, it blossoms into an emotive, pulsating experience. It's as if Rauhofer took the poetic essence of Lennox's music and set it to a score that's both rhythmically compelling and deeply moving.
On the other side of the spectrum, we have "Walking On Broken Glass" metamorphosed by David Morales into a dance anthem, a prime example of how a good DJ can elevate a track into a whole new dimension. Morales maintains the melodrama of the original while injecting a heartbeat-pumping groove that makes it irresistible on the dance floor.
Perhaps most surprising are the Utah Saints' take on "Little Bird" and Freemasons' version of the Eurythmics classic "Here Comes The Rain Again." These remixes are not just fan-favorites; they've actually extended the lifespan of the original tracks, attracting a demographic that might not even recognize Annie Lennox as part of the Eurythmics outside of "Sweet Dreams." Speaking of which, the Steve Angello Mix of "Sweet Dreams" is nothing short of a dance floor igniter. Angello takes this timeless Eurythmics anthem and raises its energy levels to a peak-time crescendo, making it a fixture in contemporary DJ sets.
While Annie Lennox may dismiss these remixes as products of a "vacuous" culture, it's crucial to recognize that dance mixes serve a purpose far beyond mere hedonism. They allow a different audience to appreciate the essence of an artist in a setting where the original might not necessarily fit. They're not "void of intelligence or expression," as some might argue; they are, in fact, an artistic continuum, an extension of a musical narrative that broadens the listener's scope. And, as always, the transformation of her work into danceable tunes is something Clive Davis, her label boss and friend, clearly understands.
So, whether it's the potency of her lyrics or the magic in her melodies, the dance floor adaptations of Annie Lennox's work continue to resonate, making her an undisputed diva in every sense. Maybe one day she'll see the magic in this artistry too.
Until the next time...ENJOY!
Donate and keep the party going!
Album : The Diva Series: Annie Lennox
Genre : Dance, House, Pop, Diva
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:17:43.00
1. 17 Again (Peter Rauhofer Vocal Anthem Mix) [Eurythmics]
2. Wonderful (Dave Aude Mixshow)
3. Pavement Cracks (Gabriel & Dresden Club Mix)
4. Sweet Dreams (Steve Angello Mix) [Eurythmics]
5. Sing (Moto Blanco Club Mix)
6. A Thousand Beautiful Things (Peter Rauhofer Beautiful Strings Anthem)
7. Here Comes The Rain Again (Freemasons Remix) [Eurythmics]
8. Walking On Broken Glass (David Morales Mix)
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System Edition 2009 Volume 3 [Take 4]

We've reached the fourth set for this edition.  I’m guessing it will be quite a while before I do another System Edition since I have other things on tap for May.  This final set takes a decidedly different approach to yesterday’s lush and atmospheric mix.  In fact, I’d say that this is more alternative and experimental underground house than anything else.  Granted, the hooks are there, but sometimes you need to look for them.  Don’t expect a lot of vocals in this set either.  To me, this is as cold and electronic as it can get.  Granted, I have to be in the mood for these types of songs, and last night I guess I was because I was just rocking out to the beats.  I’ve got a lot going on today so I’m not going to spend any time discussing the songs on the mix.  Suffice to say that it may not be for everyone.  However, if you enjoy quirky beats without the dreamy landscape, this one is definitely for you!
In my previous post I mentioned that I was not happy with the way the second set came out and that after further listening, the problem was with many of the songs.  I just wasn’t feeling much of it.  So, I took the first set and dropped a few songs and the second set and dropped many more, then combined the mixes.  That’s how it will stay in my library.  I’ll be happy to post it tomorrow if I receive enough requests, otherwise, I’ll just leave everything as is and start working on the next Chrome Edition 2002.
After more rain and thunderstorms last night, it looks like today is going to be a gorgeous day.  In fact, we’re now starting to see temperatures climb into the mid-80s and today is going to be a scorcher.  Frankly, I welcome the warm-up but will be bitching about the heat and longing for fall by August…LOL.  I know, finicky bitch.  I also have a couple of reminders: 1) If you haven’t signed up for my Facebook Fan Page yet, please go over there and do that now.  It’s not finished yet, but should be by the weekend.  I plan on running contests from there and not this site, that will be strictly for the fans.  So if you don’t want to miss out…2)  I’m calling all fans of Kristine W to submit your questions.  I’ll be interviewing her next month and would like to get every fan the opportunity to ask a question.  You can either leave your question in the comments section of this post or email me at kjamproductions@gmail.com.  Make sure you leave your first name, city, and state, so I know who to attribute the question to during the interview process.  I hope everyone has a fabulous weekend.  I will be back sometime next week with the next installment of the Chrome Edition.  Until then…enjoy!
Album : System Edition 2009 v3
Disc : 4/4
Genre : Progressive, House, Tech, Electro, Minimal, Trance
Total Time : 1:18:01.00
Track : 1
Title : Shockwave (Original Mix)
Artist : Dirtyrockers
Track : 2
Title : Groover's Delight (The Scumfrog Remix)
Artist : Dr. Kucho!
Track : 3
Title : Aquai Kai (Vision Factory Remix)
Artist : Digital Lab & Max Vangeli
Track : 4
Title : R U Sleeping (Pablo Decoder Remix)
Artist : Indo
Track : 5
Title : Ooh Yeah (Tommie Sunshine's Class Of '89 Dub)
Artist : Moby
Track : 6
Title : Disco Nuff (Alex Gaudino & Jason Rooney Remix)
Artist : Nari & Milani feat. Max C
Track : 7
Title : Fall (Illinton Remix)
Artist : Anne Rani
Track : 8
Title : Alamo (TV Rock Remix)
Artist : Dirty South
Track : 9
Title : Love Takes Over (Laidback Luke Remix)
Artist : David Guetta feat. Kelly Rowland
Track : 10
Title : Bucci Bag (Original Mix)
Artist : Vandalism
Track : 11
Title : The Freaks Come Out (Prok & Fitch 'Original Rocks' Mix)
Artist : Cevin Fisher
Track : 12
Title : Set it Off (DC's Main Mix)
Artist : Dennis Christopher
Track : 13
Title : Let The Feelings Go (Peter Luts Remix)
Artist : AnnaGrace

System Edition 2009 Volume 3 [Take 3]

I have to tell you that I have been listening to this mix over and over and barely scraped the first two.  While I really like the first take of this edition, I was having a very difficult time with the second.  I sat down last night and listened to it all the way through, and it was a hard pill to swallow.  How many times have you ever heard a DJ fess up about the poor quality of song choices used in a mix?  Probably never.  I’ll be listening to the fourth and final mix tonight since I haven’t even touched on that one yet.  If it’s as good as this one, then I may go back on Saturday and combine the best elements of the first two mixes to make one single mix and then re-post it.  If I do that, then the first two will be removed.  It’s my anal-retentive nature to perfect on something that otherwise could be much better.  Either way, I’ll let you know in tomorrow’s post.
For now, this mix is rock solid from start to finish.  It' starts out with a bang and pumps the pulse straight from your ears down to your toes!  Word of warning, this is NSFW.  The first three songs drop the “F” bomb repeatedly; so if you wanna play this back while working you might want to cue it at the fifth song to prevent offending your colleagues.  After the booty shaking romp of the first quarter of the mix, the tone drops a little into the massive “Devil Toy” by Hoxton Whores.  If the song sounds all too familiar, that’s because it is basically a pumped-up dub version of the classic “Make the World Go Round” by Sandy B.  Original? Not.  But, it’s a lot of fun.  Moving on, we get into what has already proven to be a massive track in all its forms by Faithless, “Music Matters”.  The Axwell mix does more justice than you can imagine.  In fact, I think if this song were housed up a bit, this could potentially be a major crossover.  Simplistic, but certainly beautiful.  That flows right into “Atlas” by Digital Enemy and Carl Hanaghan.  The Vision mix is a true testament to his diversity.  Thereafter, we move into some more indie progressive mixes with Arno Cost and Avicii, which provide some great male vocals without sounding cheesy.  Avicii’s “Excited” helps levitate us back into the heavier and deeper “Pa Po Pon” by Mowgli.  Robbie Rivera is at the top of his game with this floor filler.  Purposely repetitive, it will stick in your head like glue long after it’s over.  Finally, we switch gears to what I might consider a more commercial prog house with Kleerup and Bad Boy Bill.  “Longing For Lullabies” and “Falling Anthem” are both serious contenders for radio play and insidiously catchy.  Finally, we drop back down to the low tempo “Panama” by Yvel and Tristan.  Its simplistic beauty will wash out everything that came before and make you forget you just took a long journey through the underground; albeit an enjoyable ride and worth taking again.
That’s all I got on tap today.  Don’t forget I’ve started a “Party Favorz Fan Page” on Facebook.  So if you haven’t signed up yet, whatcha waiting for?  I’ll be back tomorrow with the final set in this series.  I’ll let everyone know tomorrow what I decide on the first two mixes.  Until then…enjoy!
Album : System Edition 2009 v3
Disc : 3/4
Genre : Progressive, House, Tech, Electro, Minimal, Trance
Total Time : 1:16:51.00
Track : 1
Title : Mono Love (Original Mix)
Artist : Relentless
Track : 2
Title : Get Some (Original)
Artist : Soundpusher
Track : 3
Title : Da Fuckin' Noize (Festival Mix)
Artist : Tocadisco
Track : 4
Title : Shake Your Rump (Gabriel & Castellon Remix)
Artist : Lucien Foort
Track : 5
Title : Devil Toy (Main Mix)
Artist : Hoxton Whores
Track : 6
Title : Music Matters (Axwell Remix)
Artist : Faithless feat. Cass Fox
Track : 7
Title : Atlas (Vision Factory Remix)
Artist : My Digital Enemy & Carl Hanaghan
Track : 8
Title : Cyan (Original Mix)
Artist : Arno Cost
Track : 9
Title : Excited (Original Mix)
Artist : Avicii
Track : 10