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

T-Dance Edition 2009 Volume 1 (Take 2)

As promised, I'm serving up a second slice of some of my favorite house from 2008 mingled in with some fresh new funky tunes of the moment.  I see our good friend David from Arizona is really digging it and even managed to make me jealous with his 70-degree temps.
Sometimes I long for the days I lived in the Rio Grande Valley, where we had three seasons a year (hot, hotter and hottest), but after one hour there, I'm ready to leave (no offense mom and dad).  That's okay, the ripe warm days are on the way.
Besides, who says you can't enjoy summer now?  Pick up some J.C., limes, triple sec, and Mexican beer (I love Indio but it's not available in the states so Bohemia and lime will do), go down to the market, and get some fajitas, avocados, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and tortillas and you can have your own summer party right in the middle of winter.
Heck, you can even go down to the tanning salon and put some color on if you want to make it authentic.LOL.  We've got a few friends coming over tonight, so I think the first part will be a hit.  Think of it as a holdover until the actual season get's here.
In the meantime, immerse yourself in some fresh uplifting house.it'll put you in a good mood for the weekend.  I'll be back next week with the BPM Edition v2.
Until then, have a fabulous weekend, and as always, ENJOY!
Album : T-Dance Edition v1
Genre : Funky, House, Soulful, Gospel
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:19:46.00
Track : 1
Title : From My Heart To Yours (Mac Project Club Mix)
Artist : Laura Izibor
Track : 2
Title : Music In You (New Mondo Vocal Remix)
Artist : Lisa Shaw
Track : 3
Title : Naked (Mark Picchiotti Imagination Vocal)
Artist : Louise
Track : 4
Title : So Sweet (Mark Picchiotti Classic Vocal Mix)
Artist : Mark Picchiotti feat. Dana Divine
Track : 5
Title : Absolutely Positively (Moto Blanco Club Mix)
Artist : Anastacia
Track : 6
Title : Thankful (Original Mix)
Artist : Funky Soldiers feat. Kaysee
Track : 7
Title : Keep The Fires Burning (DJ Meme Vocal Remix)
Artist : Kenny Thomas
Track : 8
Title : Feel U Feelin Me (JSJ KlubKidz Mix)
Artist : Pimp Jam feat. Norma Lewis
Track : 9
Title : Can't Get Enough (Vocal Club Mix)
Artist : Soulsearcher
Track : 10
Title : Ride The Wind (Mena Keys Club Mix)
Artist : Mena Keys
Track : 11
Title : Don't Walk Away (Ali Payami Remix)
Artist : Jenny Jones
Track : 12
Title : Dr. Feelgood 2008 (DJ Meme Philly Suite Mix)
Artist : Groove Junkies feat. Diane Carter
Track : 13
Title : To The Sky (Piano Extended Mix)
Artist : Sergio D'Angelo feat. Andrea Love
Track : 14
Title : Kiss Me (Mark Picchiotti Club Mix)
Artist : Lisa Mack

T-Dance Edition 2009 Volume 1 (Take 1)

Surprise, surprise!  Not only was I able to wrap everything up this week, but I also managed to bang out the first installment of the T-Dance series for 2009.  First and foremost, it's important for me to pull back on the number of mixes I'm making per series.  By doing that, I actually get to sit back and enjoy my completed work, something that I've been doing all week.
Second, I've got enough to make the next BPM mix and I don't want that folder to get overcrowded by holding off.  So, that will be on my agenda for next week, followed by the much delayed 2001 Classix Edition and possibly a new Diva mix (though I haven't decided who will get top honors this go around), the next System Edition, and the Spring Edition by Easter.
This mix is comprised of about half favorites from last year and a half of spanking new tunes.  While I won't say that I'll never have some soulful tunes in these mixes, most of what I'm hearing right now isn't moving me in the least.  Besides, I really wanted to make something fun, funky, and uplifting and I do believe I have achieved that.  Frankly, these two mixes hit the spot; however, be warned of possible hallucinogenic-induced fantasies featuring hard bikini-clad bodies lying on the beach while sipping a margarita.
I know, I know it's still cold in many parts of the world (including here), but every day keeps getting closer to Spring.  In fact, mother nature has been kind enough to slip in a few of those days this past week, and for that I'm grateful.  Nevertheless, it's gonna be 25 degrees tonight, so back to reality.
I hope everyone likes this slice of Summer goodness as much as I do.  I'll be back tomorrow with part two. Until then, ENJOY!
Album : T-Dance Edition v1
Genre : Funky, House, Soulful, Gospel
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:19:47.00
Track : 1
Title : Bodyswerve (Soulshaker Remix)
Artist : De'Lacy & Marco Gee
Track : 2
Title : Never Enough (John Kano's Havana Funk Mix)
Artist : Crystal Waters
Track : 3
Title : Heard it All Before (Laurent Schark)
Artist : Soul Avengerz feat. Krysten Cummings
Track : 4
Title : Sun Will Shine (MK Mix)
Artist : Studio Apartment feat. Yasmeen Sulieman
Track : 5
Title : Be Your Lady (Original Vocal Mix)
Artist : Blueplate Allstars feat. Alec Sun Drae
Track : 6
Title : Summer Voyage [Cover Me] (DJ Rudd Full Vocal Edit)
Artist : Craft B. feat. Nica Brooke
Track : 7
Title : Life (Original Mix)
Artist : Soul Conspiracy feat. Ja'Quita
Track : 8
Title : Release Your Mind 2008 (Richard Earnshaw Remix)
Artist : Syke 'N' Sugarstarr
Track : 9
Title : Runaway (VisionX Club Mix)
Artist : Paul James feat. Ms. M
Track : 10
Title : Everything Is Alright (Richard Earnshaw Main Mix)
Artist : Rasmus Faber feat. Linda Sundblad
Track : 11
Title : Deeper (Baggi Bagovic & Soul Conspiracy Club Mix)
Artist : Copyright feat. Imaani
Track : 12
Title : Hold Me Up (Original Vocal Mix)
Artist : Glory feat. Jocelyn Brown
Track : 13
Title : Near The Ocean (DJ Meme Re-Touch)
Artist : Alfred Azzetto feat. Robin S

Winter Edition 2009 Volume 3

There are so many great Erasure songs, it's often hard to pick a favorite.  However, "Star" is a personal favorite and every time I hear the refrain "sent you money, sent you flowers, could worship you for hours" I conjure up memories of a certain someone from my past.  On this Valentine's Day, I thought we could use a good dose of sentimental reasoning and this just seemed like the perfect fit.
I've got more on my plate today.  After I get this post up, I need to go get a haircut, a pedicure and manicure (I'm too lazy), pick up an orchid (an overrated and overpriced stick with a bloom on it) for my betrothed.  It's his favorite, so who am I to deny him.  I think the last one I ever bought was for my date with Kyle (a girl) my senior prom.  Her boobs were practically hanging out of her dress and I didn't feel comfortable pinning it on her in front of her parents, so her mom put it on.  I digress.
After that, I need to head over to Macy's to see about buying Rick a watch, which he desperately needs.  For the most part, we never do anything for VD other than have a nice dinner. Whether in a favorite restaurant that we can't afford or at home since Rick is a fabulous cook (the kind you dread when you get into a relationship for fear of packing on the pounds) that's about the extent of our day of amore.  I've generally considered this holiday to be one of the most useless.  Why do you need a single day to show someone you love them?  Truth is, every day should be Valentine's Day if you truly care about someone.  Your actions, your words and kind gestures throughout the year should be enough to prove your sincerity and devotion.  Again, I digress.
God is love, God is war
TV-preacher tell me more
Father help me am I pure?
As pure as pure as heaven
Sent you money sent you flowers
Could worship you for hours
In whose hands are we anyway?
Go waiting for the stars
To come showering down
From Moscow to Mars
Universe falling down
I plan on taking next week off since I've got a heavy agenda that I'm trying to square away.  I don't think I've mentioned it, but I've decided to go back to school and further my education.  Oh, joy.  It's something I had been meaning to do, but when I was working for AT&T, I was putting in 60+ hours a week and another 2 hours on the road to and from work every day, so school was out of the question.
Anyway, I've got to schedule some appointments with the university and get my transcripts and then check into some possible Pell Grants or financial assistance.  I realize all these things take time, so I'm hoping to get it squared away this next week.  I guess you can expect my next post to be the week after when I roll out the first T-Dance edition of the year.
For those of you that don't remember, it will be the equivalent of the "House Edition".  In the interim, there are some Guest DJ mixes I'll be posting on the blog this next week.  So, if anyone else has something they want to be promoted, just drop me an email and I'll be sure to post it.
I hope everyone has a great Valentine's Day and if you don't have someone to share it with, then go out, get drunk and get laid...LOL!  I'll be back the week after next...until then, ENJOY!
Album : Winter Edition v3
Genre : Circuit, House, Mainstream, Progressive
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:19:55.00
Track : 1
Title : Listen (Altar Original Club Mix)
Artist : Altar feat. Amannda
Track : 2
Title : Unforgivable (Extended Mix)
Artist : Armin Van Buuren feat. Jaren
Track : 3
Title : I Can Stop The Rain (Jose Spinnin's Bearlin Club Mix)
Artist : Carol Hahn
Track : 4
Title : Holiday (Cato K Remix)
Artist : Austin Leeds feat. Gina Martina
Track : 5
Title : Circus (Junior Vasquez Club Circus)
Artist : Britney Spears
Track : 6
Title : Takin' Back My Love (Jody Den Broeder Club Mix)
Artist : Enrique Iglesias
Track : 7
Title : Get A Room (Randall Jones NYC Mix)
Artist : John Creamer & Stephane K feat. Rosko
Track : 8

Winter Edition 2009 Volume 2

Ouch!  Yet another aspect of L-O-V-E.  If you've never experienced this, then you haven't been in love.  If you say you're in love and have never experienced this, you're lying.  Trust me, I know.  I've only been through that once and swore never again.  Now, I'm back in it again, but we've been going strong for almost nine years now.  Geez, maybe it's time to trade in for a new model . . . just kidding.  I like my 2001 Honda.
"Where've you been?
Who've you seen?
You didn't phone when you said you would!
Do you lie?
Do you try
To keep in touch? You know you could
I've tried to see your point of view
But could not hear or see
For jealousy
I never knew 'til I met you"
I'm running late today, so I'll let my ratings speak for themselves.  Tomorrow, I've got a lot on my plate and I still need to get the final mix out.  It's finished, but I haven't edited it down yet nor added the splits for you cue people.  Mainly the post itself can take forever trying to get the links from Masterbeat whose service is painfully slow.  I guess part of the deal to sell the major label artist mixes is that you have to sell everything in their frigging catalog and it's pretty much bogged down their system.  Oh well, tomorrow will be the last of a predominant Masterbeat mix until the Spring Edition which is some weeks off.  Hopefully, by that time, they will have upgraded their servers.  Anyway, I'll be back tomorrow with the final installment, until then.Enjoy!
Album : Winter Edition v2
Genre : Circuit, House, Mainstream, Progressive
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:17:18.00
Track : 1
Title : Hollywood Swinging (Ralphi's Hollywood Rock Dub)
Artist : Kool & The Gang feat. Jamiroquai
Track : 2
Title : Ecstasy (Twisted Dee Club Mix)
Artist : Dianne Wesley
Track : 3
Title : Long Distance (Jody Den Broeder Club Mix)
Artist : Brandy
Track : 4
Title : Diva (DJ Escape & Tony Coluccio Vocal Remix)
Artist : Beyonce
Track : 5
Title : Love Story (Andy Moor's Vocal Mix)
Artist : Nadia Ali
Track : 6
Title : Your Loving Arms 2009 (Beat Thrillerz Remix)
Artist : Billie Ray Martin
Track : 7
Title : Disappear (Mike Rizzo Global Club Mix)
Artist : Dee Robert
Track : 8
Title : Be Free (The Cube Guys Vocal Mix)
Artist : The Cube Guys
Track : 9
Title : Two Of Hearts (Skatebord's High Energy In The Night Remix)
Artist : Annie
Track : 10
Title : Bottle Pop (Moto Blanco Club Mix)
Artist : Pussycat Dolls
Track : 11
Title : Bring The Love (Warren Rigg Full House Mix)
Artist : Nicki Richards
Track : 12
Title : Love Is The Look (Love To Infinity Club Mix)
Artist : Kristine W
Track : 13
Title : Keep This Fire Burning (Freemasons Remix)
Artist : Outsiders feat. Amanda Wilson

Winter Edition 2009 Volume 1

Ah yes, spring is almost upon us, the birds are already chirping and there is a distinct scent in the air folks, I do believe that's love.  Oh wait, I think Katherine's litter box needs changing.  Hang on a minute while I change it out and light a candle.  Ahh, much better.
So I've been digging around for some of my favorite "pop culture" moments from movies and music and remembered this monologue by Bette from one of my all-time favorite movies, "The Rose".  Shortly after this, she launches into her rendition of the Percy Sledge classic "When a Man Loves a Woman" and injects the song with soul and meaning like no other.  If you've never seen this movie, it's worth the $1.50 to rent from Blockbuster.
So what does this have to do with my "Winter Edition"?  Other than the fact that Valentines Day is Saturday, absolutely nothing.  C'mon, you know there had to be a tie-in somewhere.  Besides, I wanted to be kind to the songs that appear on the next three mixes because, with the exception of some brand spanking new excellent tunes that I thought would never show up, the rest is just okay.  Consequently, I didn't really have much to rave about so I decided to try a diversionary tact instead LOL!
Actually, I've just been really busy lately and on some sort of Pet Shop Boys/Erasure kick that I haven't been able to shake off.  Don't worry, special attention was given to each and every mix for quality assurance.  Now, I can't guarantee that in every song, then again when have I?  I don't know, maybe I've just been a little disappointed with the pickings lately, so it's hard for me to get too excited.  Then again, maybe I'm just way off the mark and everything is much better than what I've conned myself into believing.  You be the judge.  Here is the first of three mixes I'll be putting up between now and Saturday.  I'll be back tomorrow with part 2.  Until then, ENJOY!
"Oh, i love to be in love, don't you love to be in love?  Ain't it just great to be in love?  Oh, ain't it wonderful?  Isn't it wonderful to be in love? Ain't it just grand laying there late at night in bed waiting for your man to show up? And when he finally does, round about four o'clock in the morning with whiskey on his breath and the smell of another woman on his person... Oh, honey I can smell another woman at five hundred paces! That's a easy one to catch!
So what do you do when he comes home with the smell of another woman on him?  Do you say, "Oh, honey, let me open up my loving arms and my loving legs! Dive right in, baby, the water's fine!" Is that what you say, girls?! Or do you say, "Pack your bags! I'm putting on my little waitress cap and my fancy high heel shoes. I'm gonna go find me a real man, a good man, a true man, a man to love me for sure."
Update: Actually, that was my position as of yesterday when I wrote this, and I'm feeling much better about it today.  Especially the next two mixes which have been fused with some new goodies that came through at the last minute.  Only one change was made to this mix early in the morning, but I'm feeling more partial than previously.  Carry on.
Album : Winter Edition v1
Genre : Circuit, House, Mainstream, Progressive
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:19:50.00
Track : 1
Title : Get Sexy (Klubjumpers Remix)
Artist : Groove State
Track : 2
Title : I Like Boys (Chris Cox Club Mix)
Artist : Brit & Alex
Track : 3
Title : Sober (Junior Vasquez Systems Mix)
Artist : P!nk
Track : 4
Title : Life Goes On 2009 (Original)
Artist : Richard Grey vs. Erick Morillo
Track : 5
Title : Sweat (Klubjumpers Extended Club Mix)
Artist : Erin Stevenson
Track : 6
Title : Can't Stop Loving You (Jose Spinnin Bearlin Club Mix)
Artist : Filipe Guerra feat. Lorena Simpson
Track : 7
Title : Epic (Allan Natal Anthem Mix)
Artist : Ranny feat. Rachel Panay
Track : 8
Title : In The Night (Eddie Baez Anthem Mix)
Artist : Jimmy D. Robinson feat. Ceevox
Track : 9

The Eternal Allure of the Pet Shop Boys: A Tribute Mix

The allure of the Pet Shop Boys is eternal; it’s a fact I was vividly reminded of during a laid-back evening with Rick, my other half and the ultimate 'pethead' among us. He was stirring up something magical in the kitchen while I queued up a mega-mix of PSB tracks I'd crafted back in 2007. The beats and melodies filled the room, serving as a reminder of the duo's indelible mark on synth-pop, new wave, and dance music across generations.
Let’s be honest; blending songs from different decades, each with its own BPM and style, is no easy feat. But that's what makes Pet Shop Boys unique—their ability to transcend time and genre. Crafting this mega-mix was akin to maneuvering through a musical obstacle course, which is why I leaned on 'Hot Tracks' and 'Razormaid' mixes to give the set a more club-friendly vibe.
As we sat back and savored our dinner and drinks, the track "Opportunities (Let's Make Lots Of Money)" filled the room, a poignant reminder of the band’s early dalliances with ironic social commentary. Next up was "Love Comes Quickly," a dance mix capturing the ephemeral nature of affection. Then, "West End Girls," a Sasha remix offering, took us back to the heart of 1980s London. The set continued to evolve with one of my favorite songs from their catalog like "Being Boring," paying homage to times gone by, and "Go West," which carried the unmistakable echoes of a world moving towards new beginnings. Then again, it was more of patronage to the gay mecca Key West in South Florida or even San Francisco — take your pick.
The Pet Shop Boys—Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe—formed in London in 1981. They burst onto the scene with their debut album "Please" and never looked back. Over the years, their lyrical genius and pioneering electronic beats have resonated with diverse audiences, earning them Brit Awards, a devoted fan base, and even a place in theatrical productions.
I’m sure everyone has their stories about where they were, what they were doing or even their first gay kiss while listening to PSB.  I’m not sure where I read this, but several years ago I came across an article about ten ways to tell if your boyfriend is gay.  One of the things on the list is if his CD collection had Madonna’s “Immaculate Collection”, Erasure’s “Pop! 20 Hits” or “Discography: The Complete Singles Collection” by the dynamic duo.
So whether you're listening to "Paninaro '95" for its haunting beats or "New York City Boy" for its disco-fueled tempo, each song offers a window into the rich tapestry of human emotion. The genius of the Pet Shop Boys lies not just in their ability to craft hits, but in their knack for capturing the zeitgeist, for understanding that each of us, in our way, is looking for opportunities, love, and a sense of belonging.
Until the next time...ENJOY!
Donate and keep the party going!
Album : Pet Shop Boys |  Mixed-UP I & II
Genre : Dance, Disco, Electronica, House
Total Time : 2:37:02
1. Opportunities (Let's Make Lots Of Money) (Original 12'' Mix)
2. Love Comes Quickly (Dance Mix)
3. West End Girls (Sasha Mix)
4. One More Chance (Hot Tracks Remix)
5. Left To My Own Devices (Razormaid Mix)
6. Heart (Hot Tracks Mix)
7. What Have I Done To Deserve This (Shep Pettibone Mix)
8. Domino Dancing (Disco Mix)
9. Always On My Mind (Hot Tracks Mix)
10. Losing My Mind (Hot Tracks Remix)
11. Was It Worth It (12'' Remix)
12. Discoteca (Trouser Enthusiasts Mix)
13. Go West (Ming's Gone West First & Second Movement)
14. Before (D.T.'s After Mix)
15. Being Boring (Hot Tracks Remix)
16. Where The Streets Have No Name (Hot Tracks Remix)
17. I Don't Know What You Want But… (David Morales Remix)
18. Break 4 Love (Friburn & Urik Hi-Pass Mix)
19. It's A Sin (Technopop Remix)
20. Minimal (M-Factor Mix)
21. So Hard (David Morales Red Zone Vocal Mix)
22. Paninaro '95 (Angel Moraes Deep Dance Mix)
23. I'm With Stupid (PSB Maxi-Mix)
24.

BPM Edition 2009 Volume 1 | Take 5

Wrapping up the final installment of BPM Edition 2009 v1, I take you on a journey of some serious electro-funk.  As promised, I've added some sweet re-makes from the '90s.  First up, is the Buzz Junkies' take on the massive Darude classic "Sandstorm".  Okay, that song is really early millennium, so it's a couple of years off, but who's counting?
Anywho, for those too young to remember, this was so big, it even got played on Top 40 radio.  It spurned so many remixes (official and unofficial) it was nauseating.  Then came the mashups.  OMG, I can't begin to tell you how many of those there were (and you thought "Pjanoo" mashups were overdone).
Regardless, the BJs took this one by the horn and blow it through the roof!  Then we've got "Sweet Dreams" a remake of the LaBouche classic, though the vocals aren't up to par when compared to Melanie Thornton (may she rest in peace), but the ReCover Project lay on a nice electro layer and dropped the cheesy rap for the perfect trip down memory lane that can still fill floors.
This, of course, is followed by the Ruffneck classic "Everybody Be Somebody" which made an appearance on one of my 90's classic editions from last year.  Thomas Gold and Matthias Menck give it a serious electro workout that's not only worthy of the original but damn near surpasses it!  I also had two 80's remakes ("Electric Avenue" and "She Blinded Me with Science") that were decent enough, but still not worthy of this mix.
Possibly the biggest surprise in this category is "Magic" by Vinny Troia & Dave Aude.  Why?  Because this is actually a remake of an old Barry Manilow tune "Could This Be Magic" from the seventies that was later turned into a #1 disco hit for none other than Donna Summer.  Granted, they dropped the over-the-top drama of Barry's original and left out the sweeping strings of Donna's version, and just left the lyrics, re-creating a different song altogether.  Is it great?  Not really, but I was intrigued by the way they used the lyrics to create an entirely new song, thus its inclusion.
Other songs definitely worth mentioning are the Freemasons' re-rub of "If" originally from their "Shakedown" album a couple of years back.  In fact, I think this is probably the sixth or seventh release from that album that got re-worked for single release.  If you remember Gusto' "Disco's Revenge" and Katherine Ellis' "Touch Me" originally appeared on that album and went on to greater heights in clubland during 2008.
Probably the song that surprised me the most is Kidda's "Under the Sun".  Used in a Bacardi commercial, it apparently was floating around the Internet last year, but didn't get an official release until mid-November.  How I managed to miss this is beyond me, because this song absolutely rocks!  Just think of the good old days when Fatboy Slim was rocking it with the likes of "I See You Baby" and "Rockafeller Skank" and you'll get the picture.  Equally, the Jason Heard vs. Flashlight "My Girl" is a dirty, nasty romper with a funky guitar riff that will stick in your head long after you leave the club.  I expect huge things for this song in the coming months.
Rounding out the mix you get "Everybody" by Russia's Rudenko.  While it may be too soon to tell, he is someone you might want to watch because this song is smoking!
As I got down to the end of the mix, I still had a handful of great tunes that I didn't use.  So, I've moved those off to the side for use in the next BPM installment, probably sometime in March or after WMC.  Weather is really cooperative today and it looks like we're going to have a fabulous weekend so mixing won't be in the cards as Rick and I will certainly take advantage of the beautiful weather.
Nevertheless, I promise to have the 2009 Winter Edition up and ready by the end of next week.  I hope everyone has a fantastic weekend and I'll catch you guys next week.  Until then.ENJOY!
Album : BPM Edition 2009 v1 | Take 5
Genre : Electro, Funky, House,

BPM Edition 2009 Volume 1 | Take 4

Moving along to the 4th installment of the BPM Edition 2009 v1, you'll notice that the mix picks up where the 3rd one left off.  It starts off with some deep and dark progressive tunes before we jump back into the electro.  You might also want to take note of two remakes in this mix.
First up is "Send Me An Angel" by Lovematic feat. Sharon May Linn.  This is a remake of the 80's classic by Real Life.  There are a variety of mixes that accompany this set and one even mimics the original while updating the synth riff for today's floors.  While it's not bad, I had a hard time swallowing it given the female voice as opposed to the original male vocals.  It's hard to listen to a remake of such a massive classic as this without cringing.
Digging into the mixes I finally settled on the Fratty & Burra Club Mix which retains the original melody but uses it in ways never considered before.  For that, I applaud their originality and slapped on four stars to show my approval.  Then we have a remake of "Your Loving Arms" by Jose Amnesia vs. Karen Overton.
Of course the original was done by Billie Ray Martin in the mid-nineties.  This song has deep meaning to me and once again I was skeptical.  After listening to it, I was completely immersed in the song with its trance-like synths swirling around my head.  While nothing will ever match the magic of the original, this sure comes close.
As for Billie Ray, I've got a new mix of the very same song that I'll probably drop in on next week's "Winter Edition".  I understand she's working on some new material scheduled for release later this year.  I also have another 90's classic remake slated for the final volume and will go into detail about that on Friday.
I also wanted to mention the Ting Tings latest offering.  "Fruit Machine" must be like their gazillionth single from their "We Started Nothing" debut.  Jam-packed with all sorts of electro-pop goodness, each song has been remixed to great effect by some of today's hottest producers.  I don't just love the remixes, but the album as well.
Before all is said and done, we may end up with another batch of mixes for "We Walk".  Currently, they are scheduled to write and record a new album in Paris and Berlin.  If they can keep this up, they deserve every bit of success that has come their way.  Outstanding!
You may also be scratching your head and wondering "what is that bleached bottled blond thinking?"  Lily Allen's "Fear" was already on take one.  Glad you asked.  I absolutely adore this song.  Wideboys and Stonebridge did a fabulous job of re-creating what was a rather ho-hum pop song and transforming it into something meaningful.  Th lyrics alone are worth the price of admission but coupled with these awesome dancefloor interpretations, bring the song to life.  While I don't expect this song to become some worldwide dance hit, every once in a while there's a song that just demands attention, and this is one such moment.
"I want to be rich and I want lots of money
I don't care about clever I don't care about funny
I want loads of clothes and fuckloads of diamonds
I heard people die while they are trying to find them
I'll take my clothes off and it will be shameless
'Cuz everyone knows that's how you get famous
I'll look at the sun and I'll look in the mirror
I'm on the right track yeah I'm on to a winner
I don't know what's right and what's real anymore
I don't know how I'm meant to feel anymore
When do you think it will all become clear?
'Cuz I'm being taken over by The Fear
Life's about film stars and less about mothers
It's all about fast cars cussing each other
But it doesn't matter cause I'm packing plastic
and that's what makes my life so fucking fantastic
And I am a weapon of massive consumption
and its not my fault it's how I'm programmed to function
I'll look at the sun and I'll look in the mirror
I'm on the right track yeah we're on to a winner
I don't know what's right and what's real anymore

BPM Edition 2009 Volume 1 | Take 3

First, I'd like to send out my best wishes to those living in the UK, I hope you thawed out already.  Not to make light of your situation, even though 4 inches of snow is generally considered fun time in places that are used to it, but in areas that generally don't get snow, it can be a disaster.
After high school, I moved to Austin, TX and got a job as a copy clerk for the Austin American Statesman.  On one winter day, I saw snow for the very first time in my life and the newspaper let everyone go home early.  I couldn't figure out why, so I called a friend to hook up and party.
Thankfully, I had filled up the tank prior to leaving because what should have taken me 10 minutes to get to my destination ended taking over 5 hours!  People drive like idiots in snow and ice causing accidents and then they start using the opposite lanes causing more accidents.
By the time everything is backed up, people start running out of gas causing more congestion.  What a fracking nightmare that was.  Eventually, I got to where I was going and my friend had a case of beer and a couple of funny cigarettes waiting for me.  I can assure you, that more than made up for it. LOL.
While Atlanta doesn't get much snow, in general, they are prepared for it and are able to cover the highways with salt to prevent slipping and sliding.  However, if it was a multi-day snowstorm with several inches, I think this city would come to a halt as well, since they don't have snow plows and probably have never heard of one.LOL.  So, my best wishes to our fellow members across the pond, hopefully, you got some time off work.
As I mentioned in a previous post, changing the name of the mixes allows me to drop in things that might otherwise not have made it.  You'll notice that this mix takes a decidedly darker turn towards the end.  Take 4 picks up where we left off before going back into the electro-funk styling these mixes are known for.
Frankly, I'm quite pleased and finally feel like I'm getting my mojo back.  Now, that doesn't always work because there are two songs I absolutely love, but couldn't get to work anywhere in the mix.  So, I'll set those aside in hopes of being able to drop them in at a later date.  Variety is the spice of life and the only way to enjoy it is by experimenting.  If it works, great.  If not, pack up and move on to the next thing.  Eventually, you'll get it to work and the pay off is generally very satisfying.
Getting down to the bottom of the barrel, it appears there will be a total of 5 mixes, instead of 4.  I've already got number 4 ready to go and should get that posted tomorrow or the day after.
Regardless, everything will be wrapped up by the weekend.  After that, I'll begin work on the much delayed Winter Edition.  I hope everyone's having a great week so far and I'll be back shortly with the next installment.  Until then, enjoy!
Album : BPM Edition 2009 v1 | Take 3
Genre : Electro, Funky, House, Progressive
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:18:58.00
Track : 1
Title : Boom (Mike Rizzo Funk Generation Extended Mix)
Artist : Anjulie
Track : 2
Title : This Is Your Life (7th Heaven Club Mix)
Artist : 7th Heaven feat. Banderas
Track : 3
Title : Luv 4 Luv (Soulshaker Remix)
Artist : Robin S
Track : 4
Title : Feel It (Club Version)
Artist : Junior Caldera feat. Vika Kova
Track : 5
Title : Forbidden Fruit (Henry John Morgan Extended Mix)
Artist : Flower Power
Track : 6
Title : Don't You Want My Love (Original Mix)
Artist : Stephen Gori
Track : 7
Title : Never Enough (Harlem Hustlers Lova Club Edit)
Artist : Crystal Waters
Track : 8
Title : Infinity 2008  (Klaas Remix )
Artist : Guru Josh Project
Track : 9
Title : Bottle Pop (Dave Aude  Club Mix)
Artist : Pussycat Dolls
Track : 10
Title : Bang That Box (Nicola Fasano & Steve Forest Mix)
Artist : Roger Sanchez feat. Terri B.
Track : 11
Title : Down Down Down 2009 (Gambafreaks vs. Holly Orange Mix)
Artist : Gambafreaks

BPM Edition 2009 Volume 1 | Take 2

It's Super Bowl Sunday and I'm sure many of you are gearing up for the game.  As promised, I've got the next installment of the BPM Edition up and ready to go.  Should add a nice flavor to your pre-party festivities.
Don't have much to say at the moment 'cause got a lot on my plate today.  I'll be back sometime next week with Take 3 of this mix.  Until then...party hard and enjoy!
Album : BPM Edition 2009 v1 | Take 2
Genre : Electro, Funky, House, Progressive
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:16:13.00
Track : 1
Title : Oye Como Va (Bassmonkeys Remix)
Artist : Tito Puente Jr. & The Latin Rhythm Orchestra feat. India
Track : 2
Title : Circus (Razor 'N' Guido Unreleased Mix)
Artist : Britney Spears
Track : 3
Title : Cherokee [Go With It] (Wez Clarke Re-Rub)
Artist : Henry John Morgan
Track : 4
Title : Dirty In The Club (Digital Dog Club)
Artist : Ryan Ferrada
Track : 5
Title : Windmills (Club Mix)
Artist : Meck
Track : 6
Title : Stay (John Dahlback Re-Rub) ^
Artist : JJ Flores & Steve Smooth feat. Colette
Track : 7
Title : In The Night (Loverush UK! Extended Mix)
Artist : Jimmy D Robinson feat. Ceevox
Track : 8
Title : Nobody's Fool (12'' Club Mix)
Artist : Nightstylers feat. Marcella Woods
Track : 9
Title : Sex Shooter (Dave Ramone Mix)
Artist : Cahill feat. Nikki Belle
Track : 10
Title : The Fear (Wideboys Dirty Vocal Club Mix)
Artist : Lily Allen
Track : 11
Title : You're My Fix (Losers Remix)
Artist : Slyde
Track : 12
Title : I Seen Beyonce... (Funky Junction & Antony Reale Remix)
Artist : Cazwell feat. Jonny Makeup
Track : 13
Title : Freedom (Lift Your Hands Up) (Stonebridge Club Mix)
Artist : The Voices Of Freedom
^ Re-Rub by Party Favorz

BPM Edition 2009 Volume 1 | Take 1

Finally, I'm beginning to get organized.  I finished re-stocking the Party Favorz shelves from 2008 that I had previously lost, though I'm certain about 1/3 of the songs have been overlooked.
However, at 2,081 songs meticulously reorganized and tagged for backup, my eyesight is just about gone and it's time to move on.  I should have it all backed up to DVD later today and then I'll restore the decades worth of club music from DVD backup, to its new home on my 1TB drive.
I have another that just came in and will be added to a raid for extra security. Then, I'll be doing monthly DVD backups as a third precaution after that.  I don't ever want to go through this again.  I'm still going to tear apart the external drive and see if I can't get it working long enough to run my extractor and recoup a whole host of other things I lost in the process, but that will have to wait until next weekend.  Right now, I need to stay focused on the mixes so I don't get behind.
So, this weekend I'm dishing out the first two mixes of v1 and will sporadically release the remaining mixes next week (yeah, there's quite a bit even with me hitting the delete button).  The good news is that I'm keeping each mix under the 80-minute mark like I used to, instead of rolling out these mega 2 1/2-hour mix sets.  I always thought it worked better that way, but sometimes I get on a roll or just carried away.
I know a lot of you have been patiently waiting for these, so I'm not going to do much more of a send-off.  We're finally having some spectacular weather here in Atlanta and should be equally nice tomorrow before the cold, rain, wind, and snow set in on Tuesday.  I'll grab what I can get now.  I hope it's as nice wherever you may be, if not you got some brand-spanking electro-funk to keep you warm.  I'll be back tomorrow with take 2, until then. ENJOY!
Album : BPM Edition 2009 v1 | Take 1
Genre : Electro, Funky, House, Progressive
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:19:33.00
Track : 1
Title : Blowing In Me (Relight Orchestra Remix)
Artist : Andrea Paci feat. Michelle Weeks
Track : 2
Title : What Happened To The Funk (Original Mix)
Artist : Hatiras
Track : 3
Title : If You Knew (ATFC Main Mix)
Artist : Chris Lake feat. Nastala
Track : 4
Title : Runaway (Paul James Funky Box Mix)
Artist : Paul James feat. Ms. M
Track : 5
Title : Keep Control (Norman & Atalla Vocal Mix)
Artist : Discount Rhinos
Track : 6
Title : Poker Face (Jody Den Broeder Remix)
Artist : Lady GaGa
Track : 7
Title : Girl On Girl (Porl Young Club Remix)
Artist : Fundo feat. Elene Josepha
Track : 8
Title : Underneath (Nathan Scott & Tony Arzadon Dub Remix)
Artist : DJ Antoine
Track : 9
Title : Untrue (Ian Carey Remix)
Artist : Leisure Groove feat. Joe Killington
Track : 10
Title : Candy On The Dancefloor (Cahill Mix)
Artist : Natural Born Grooves
Track : 11
Title : Chase (Josh Harris Club Mix)
Artist : Maiysha
Track : 12
Title : Aint Nobody (Rivaz Club Mix)
Artist : Kay & Stoxx feat. Mary Geras
Track : 13
Title : Your Beat Sounds Like (Disco Lips Remix)
Artist : Ron Gelfer feat. Tiger Lily

System Edition 2009 Volume 1 [Take 1]

I'm finally getting back to some normalcy around here, but still, have a long way to go.  I was itching to get back to mixing, so I stopped everything else to get this first mix up for the year.  I plan on diving in this Saturday and Sunday to get everything finished up, even if it means pulling an all-nighter.
Frankly, I can't stand to be disorganized, so this will be my primary objective after tomorrow.  Fortunately, I won some tickets to "Shut Up, Sweet Charlotte" at the "14th Street Playhouse" for Rick and I, so Friday I plan on just chilling and enjoying myself.  I think we'll head over to "Joe's on Juniper" afterward for burgers and some beer.  Should be a nice evening.
As for the mix, the System Edition is pretty much what I'm feeling this time of year.  Sometimes deep and reflective while other times energized and rambunctious.  Not having too much time to scout around the different sites, I pulled everything on this mix from Beatport.
You'll notice a variety of styles from Deep, Tech, Minimal, Electro, Techno and Progressive House all thrown into a blender and poured out into a smooth confection.  Speaking of Beatport, if you haven't been over there in a while, you should really check them out.  They have completely revamped the site for a richer experience, with smoother navigation and I can now link back to each song individually.  I gotta give these guys credit; they have done an outstanding job in putting this together.  Frankly, I think they've set the bar for other online music services to emulate.  Well done.
If you're looking for one of my mainstream prog mixes, this isn't it.  I'm guessing after WMC Miami in late March, there will be plenty of it around and I'll most likely get back to that in May or so.  I don't plan another System mix until March where I'll dig even deeper into the mix.
I was checking out Stompy, and they really have their own thing going on as far as underground house music.  Intrigued with what I was hearing, I expect to be pulling a lot from there as well as some of the kick-ass leftovers that didn't make the cut for this mix.  This is a concept I'm not ready to give up on and it should be very interesting to hear the end result.
Between these two mixes, you'll notice a lot of familiar samples being used.  Frankly, I'm all for it.  For me, I like to play "name that beat" when listening to fresh new tunes that utilize a beat or lyric from a classic tune.  There's two back to back on this first mix that uses the same sample, albeit, in different ways, that is still driving me crazy.  For the life of me, I can't figure out where it was taken from, even though it is all too familiar.  Listen to track 11 and 12 and see if you can figure it out.
As the weekend nears, the weather appears to be more cooperative.  Though it's still bone-chilling at night, the daytime is cool and sunny with clear blue skies.  Just enough to keep a smile on my face.  I'll be back tomorrow with the second installment, until then...ENJOY!
Album : System Edition 2009 v1
Disc : 1/2
Genre : Deep, Electro, House, Minimal, Progressive, Tech, Techno 
Total Time : 1:41:11.00
Track : 1
Title : Speak (Original Mix)
Artist : Ee-Sma
Track : 2
Title : Music Is The Answer (Gabriel Vezzola Mix)
Artist : Celeda & Danny Tenaglia
Track : 3
Title : P@ssy (Original Mix)
Artist : Nadastrom
Track : 4
Title : Flashback (Original Mix)
Artist : Wolfgang Gartner
Track : 5
Title : Tell U Y (New Jack Swing Original)
Artist : ATFC feat. Yasmeen
Track : 6
Title : Awake (Original Mix)
Artist : Mastercris
Track : 7
Title : I Keep Breathing (''Return From Paradise'' Vocal Mix)
Artist : Dankann vs. Aqua Diva
Track : 8
Title : Coco Feel And Love Shonk (Original Mix)
Artist : Shonky
Track : 9
Title : Nyota (Original Mix)
Artist : Gorge
Track : 10
Title : I Feel For You (Original Mix)
Artist : Azuni
Track : 11
Title : We F@cked You Up (Danny Cannizzaro Dub Mix)