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

Deep Edition 2008 Volume 3 [Pt. 1 & 2]

Atmospheric, deep, dark, and moody would be the best way to describe this mix.  Granted, the title alone suggests that.  However, this time around I dug a little deeper and have made a firm transition into how the Deep Edition should sound.
After having just finished up last week's Progressive Edition, I made the decision that much of the slower-tempo progressive music overlaps with a lot of the deep house tunes.  To me, progressive should be more about the uptempo harder sounds of electronica, which could include tribal or even hard dance.  It's the slower songs that easily fit in with the deep tunes and add an overall different perspective.
For instance, while this mix is predominantly deep house, I managed to work in some progressive, tech-house, and minimal tunes.  Other times, I find myself mixing in some Acid-House and low-key funk or just straight-up soulful.  Going forward, I think all those elements will constitute my deep mixes in the future.  I'll leave the heavier stuff for the prog mixes.
I also want to let everyone know that I'll be adding another category in the near future.  I think a "House Edition" would be in order.  You know, all the stuff that doesn't make the deep, electro, funky, or prog mixes, will now have its own classification.  By doing that, I'll be better able to swap mixes out each month so as not to become stagnant and much less boring.  I'll try it out and see how it works.  Remember, I just started this site in November of last year, and it's still a work in progress.
As you can see, I've given the blog a whole new look and feel.  I got to thinking about when I was a kid and my mom worked at the Port of Brownsville.  She used to take me with her and I'd explore and play in the shipyards; that is until I broke my arm (what would be the first of many bodily accidents throughout my youth).  I remembered all the rusted anchors and steel beams laying around.
So I decided to go for something industrial and think I've achieved that.  It took several layers of pics to put this together in Photoshop.  The preliminary feedback I've received has been positive.  I was trying to make everything easier to read and navigate.
Also, please note that both download links will now be included at the top of the track listing.  I think there are still many people not realizing that most of the mixes include two volumes and are not scrolling down to get the second.  I also finally managed to fix the feed in my "Party Favorz" widget.  Now, each post will display the cover art in the widget.  So feel free to grab it and stick it on your blog, Facebook, MySpace, WordPress, or where ever you feel you need a party favor.  Just click on the bottom tab "get widget" and it will pretty much do it for you.
Looking at my numbers in the traffic/downloads and seeing how they are progressively increasing on this site, I have a pretty good idea as to what people are digging.  Clearly, the winners are the circuit and funky editions.
So just to let everyone know, my Spring Edition will be out in a couple of weeks, just in time for uh...well, spring.  I've already started work on the next installment of the Classix Edition, which I'm totally stoked about.  For now, just sit back and enjoy the sounds of the underground.
Have a great weekend!
Due to the original structure of this post, the two separate sets have now been combined into one and remastered based on the techniques used in current podcasts.
Album : Deep Edition 2008 v3 | Pt. 1 & 2
Genre : Underground House
Total Time : 2:37:50:00
Track : 1
Title : Wicked World (Belocca & Soneec Remix)
Artist : Roog & Greg feat. Anita Kelsey
Track : 2
Title : Can't Help (Main Mix)
Artist : Kemal feat. Leslie Carter
Track : 3
Title : New Way (The Mulder's Light's On Dub)
Artist : From P60
Track : 4
Title : Dangly Panther (Original Mix)
Artist : Jimpster
Track : 5
Title : Love On A Real Train (William's Odyssey Mix)
Artist : Williams

Progressive Edition 2008 Volume 1 | Pt. 1 & 2

Well, it was bound to happen. After mixing up the free tracks from Beatport's 4 year anniversary, and receiving a tremendous response, I decided to add the Progressive Edition to my arsenal.
For whatever reason, Beatport took down those free tracks shortly after I put up my mix, and haven't posted anything since. I'm not sure what's really going on with them. They might be getting a little too big for their britches. I recently submitted a request to have access to their download links, so I could link each individual song directly back to its landing page.
They want me to pay $250 for the software to do that. Huh? Seems to me they are the ones that benefit from the exposure I'm providing them. In fact, I have yet to make a cent by promoting them on this blog. Well, you can rest assured, I'm not about to pay them for the linkage. I've checked into the Gay Blogads, and will most likely be using them in the very near future and remove all references to Beatport.
For now, I'll continue providing links back to them, but I will also be providing links to other sources when the individual song is not available on their site. I know, this goes against the terms of my agreement with them, but at this point, I don't give a sh!t. NOTE TO BEATPORT: You're suffering from a case of ABS (Arrogance Breeds Stupidity). Enough said.
After last week's mega-update, I decided it was time to get myself better organized. Once I receive and/or purchase the music, everything is processed immediately and is now filed in a folder for its specific genre. This allows me to better track the songs and spend less time in pre-production.
I also got some feedback from my partner, who really "dislikes" electro. He wants his funk completely separated. Which, is probably for the best. Let's face it, three discs for one mix was excessive. So here is the breakdown for the categories of mixes I'll be putting out: Deep House, Electro-Tech House, Funky House, Progressive House, Classic House, and Circuit (which are the holiday and seasonal editions). Ultimately, I think this makes more sense. I also want to make sure our folks like "Disco-Ball" get their fill of what grooves them the most. With that being said, welcome to the first official Progressive Edition.
I originally sat down to do this mix last Sunday but wasn't feeling it. I went back on Tuesday and knocked it out in a couple of hours. I've only skimmed the mix to check for errors. Ultimately, I think this mix kicks some serious ass! But then again, that's just my humble opinion.
Admittedly, I haven't had the time to fully preview the entire mix. So, I'm hoping for the best. The first mix lends more to Deep House than anything. It's slower from start to finish with a little "pick me up" ¾ of the way in; then drops back down again.
However, side two is much harder with some serious fragging beats going on. About ¾ of the way in, it drops down for a brief reprieve before closing out with a bang. I frankly like the way this was structured, since keeping the energy high for so long, can get monotonous. But, I realize folks would prefer to separate out the moods and I'll probably divvy it up over the two discs (slower/harder) next time around.
For now, all you prog heads out there, this one's for you! I hope everyone has a great weekend, and as always...Enjoy!
Due to the original structure of this post, the two separate sets have now been combined into one and remastered based on the techniques used in current podcasts.
Album : Progressive Edition 2008 v1 | Pt. 1 & 2
Genre : Circuit House
Total Time : 2:29:40:00
Track : 1
Title : Harlem (Mark Knight Dub
Artist : Joe T. Vannelli feat. Jonathan
Track : 2
Title : Long Way Down (Noel's Dirty Vocal Mix)
Artist : Noel Sanger
Track : 3
Title : Unlocked (Original)
Artist : Matt Rowan & Robbie Lowe
Track : 4
Title : Another Level (Original Mix)
Artist : Mark Mendes
Track : 5
Title : Longest Road (Deadmau5 Remix)

Electro-Funk Edition 2008 Volume 3 | Pt. 1, 2 & 3

First off, everyone that receives updates through an RSS feed (Google, Yahoo, etc.) or email, please go back and re-subscribe again. I know...I know, I just asked you to do that, but there was a problem with the new feed that I couldn't correct, and support from Feedburner is kinda lacking.
Consequently, I had to scrap it and start all over again. I can assure you, everything is now working correctly and there will be no further need to do this again. Your patience is much appreciated. For those of you who have not signed up for updates; whatcha waitin' for? Everyone that has signed up for the alerts, understands I update this blog frequently with brand-spanking new mixes. Even if you're only into one specific genre, it's worth it to not miss out whenever I post something new.
Now, onto the music. All I can say is WOW! 275 songs cut down to 76; 5 mixes and 400 minutes of the finest non-stop electro-funk, I think I've outdone my own personal best. Granted, knocking out 5 mixes in less than two weeks is time-consuming. I definitely won't do this again. Regardless, it's been fun. At this point, I wouldn't expect volume 4 until April (well maybe sooner, you know how I am). This will give me time to work on other styles. I'm not gonna say what's up next, let's just keep it a surprise for now.
With this mix, I've made a few changes to how I list and review everything. First, I'm not going forward with the YouTube videos anymore. I feel it drags the whole site down and causes poor loading. Those of you who are on slower connections may have experienced some issues since the last update.
The other thing is that I won't be reviewing each song as much. I may note a few things here and there when I feel it's necessary or just wants to add a humorous anecdote. So I'm replacing it with a "star" rating for each song instead. This will give everyone an indication of my own personal preference for each song. It doesn't necessarily mean the song is bad or good, it's just my own perspective. Anything lower than a 3-star, pretty much means I think it sucks. I guess you already know how that works.
I want to thank a few of you who answered my call for assistance. 4shared has a 2-4-1 deal going on with the bandwidth, so I bought another 20 gigs of bandwidth. Just a reminder, if you like what I'm doing please feel free to support my work and donate. If there's any question, I'm not getting rich off this blog. In fact, I have yet to make a cent off of the advertisements.
Everything that is donated goes towards my cost for storage, bandwidth, and music. I've had several people ask me why I pour so much of myself into this blog. Aside from the obvious, my love for house music, and it also keeps me out of trouble. [Big Grin]
I also want everyone to bear in mind, I'd like this blog to be interactive. So I highly encourage everyone to provide some feedback. Tell me what you like; tell me what you don't. I'm still kinda feeling my way around with regards to the site and the mixes.
Obviously, one of the biggest changes was to combine the electro with the funkier music. Frankly, I think that worked out really well. Instead of the mixes getting bogged down in one style, it puts you on a rollercoaster ride; so you don't know what to expect next. Any thoughts and/or suggestions on how to improve the site, the mixes etc. is ALWAYS welcome!
One last thing of note, there is a total of "3" mixes this time around. So please keep that in mind. You'll need to scroll down until you get to the next Podbean player for each additional mix.
I guess that just about wraps it up for now. The cold and rain should be clearing out later today, here in the ATL. I'm definitely looking forward to some sun and spring-like weather. I hope everyone has a great weekend! Enjoy!
Due to the original structure of this post, the three separate sets have now been combined into one and remastered based on the techniques used in current podcasts.

Electro-Funk Edition 2008 Volume 2 | Pt. 1 & 2

Well, I've managed to finalize the first two mixes of the Electro-Funk Edition and they are FIERCE! The first mix is closer to what I consider electro-lite with some funky tunes rounding it out.
The second mix is predominantly harder, and not something you should be listening to while working out, or you might hurt yourself [grin]. Seriously, going through 275 new songs and cutting it down to 30 for this mix, was no easy feat.
Keep in mind, I've got Edition v3 I'll be working on shortly, which will contain another 30 songs. I should have it up sometime this weekend.
In the meantime, you can check out the mix before downloading with the Podbean player and hey, if you like what you hear, or totally think it sucks, pull a Janet out of your ass and leave some feedback...CRANK IT UP, GIVE IT TO ME COME ON!
Until this weekend...Enjoy!
Due to the original structure of this post, the two separate sets have now been combined into one and remastered based on the techniques used in current podcasts.
Album : Electro-Funk Edition 2008 v2 | Pt. 1 & 2
Genre : Electro House
Total Time : 2:37:34:00
Track : 1
Title : Something Good 2008 (E-Squire Remix)
Artist : Utah Saints
Track : 2
Title : Soul Heaven (Fonzerelli Mix)
Artist : Henrik B feat. Terri
Track : 3
Title : What Planet You On (Air Bureau Mix)
Artist : Bodyrox & Luciana
Track : 4
Title : Think Of You (Sunloverz Big Room Remix)
Artist : Whigfield
Track : 5
Title : The Way I Like (Original Extended)
Artist : Diego Donati vs. F&A Factor feat. Wendy
Track : 6
Title : If (Dave Audé Remix)
Artist : Colette
Track : 7
Title : Poza (You Got What I Need) (DJ DLG Huge Mix)
Artist : Count Paris feat. Katherine Ellis
Track : 8
Title : Just Another Groove 2008 (Tocadisco Remix)
Artist : Mighty Dub Katz
Track : 9
Title : Tuff Ass Disco Thingy (Original Extended)
Artist : Freemasons
Track : 10
Title : I Believe In You (Franco De Mulero & Ferry B. Remix)
Artist : Full Intention
Track : 11
Title : Enjoy Yourself (7th Heaven Mix)
Artist : Viola Wills
Track : 12
Title : High Energy (Disco Skate Roll Mix)
Artist : DJ Funky Rickstarr feat. Annie B
Track : 13
Title : That Sound (Club Mix)
Artist : Glamrock Brothers
Track : 14
Title : I Can't Wait (7th Heaven Remix)
Artist : Kurtis Mantronik feat. Kelly Marie
Track : 15
Title : I've Never Been To Me (Sophisticatz Funky Remix)
Artist : Eyewitness feat. Charlene
Track : 16
Title : Body Crash (Cascada Vocal Mix)
Artist : Buy Now
Track : 17
Title : Red Alert 2008 (Chris's Get Punk'd Mix)
Artist : Chris Punk
Track : 18
Title : Watch The Sunrise (Chris Lake Remix)
Artist : Axwell feat. Steve Edwards
Track : 19
Title : What's It Gonna Be (Thomas Gold Remix)
Artist : H 'Two' O feat. Platnum
Track : 20
Title : Take Me Home (Full Vocal Mix)
Artist : Duvstar feat. Jae Jefferson
Track : 21
Title : I Shall Overcome (Axwell Remix)
Artist : Hard-Fi
Track : 22
Title : Weakness Of The Body (Josh Harris House Mix)
Artist : Krista
Track : 23
Title : Honey (House Mix)
Artist : Manyus vs. P.S.M.
Track : 24
Title : B Good 2 Me (Acid Jacks Remix)
Artist : Seany B
Track : 25
Title : Step Right Up (Wez Clarke & Jack McCord Remix)
Artist : Sunset Strippers
Track : 26
Title : Toca's Miracle 2008 (Inpetto Remix)
Artist : Fragma
Track : 27
Title : Let It All Out (Full Vocal Extended)
Artist : Al Faris & Freakquencer
Track : 28
Title : It's True (Dabruck & Klein Remix)
Artist : Axwell & Sebastian Ingrosso vs. Salem Al Fakir
Track : 29
Title : Push The Feeling On 2008 (Roger's Release Mix)
Artist : The Nightcrawlers
Track : 30
Title : Sexual Eruption (Dirty South Remix)
Artist : Snoop Dogg

Electro-Funk Edition 2008 Volume 1 | Pt. 1 & 2

First and foremost, I want to apologize for my previous statement indicating that anyone voting for a candidate (in this case Obama) without fully understanding what they stand for, is stupid. I don't really believe that.
Those that know me, understand I am passionate about my politics and can get carried away sometimes. There is no mistake about Barak's passion and ability to motivate and instill hope in people. Without a doubt, I believe you can attribute the overwhelming turnout among voters to his presence in the race.
As I mentioned before, the first time I saw him was on C-SPAN shortly after he became the junior Senator from Illinois. I was immediately drawn to him and was very impressed by his thoughtfulness. What I have been attempting to do is draw a distinction between his candidacy and Clinton's. Frankly, there are only minor differences between the two's positions. Then I try to look at the challenges that the next administration will face and truly believe that Hillary has the most experience and a better understanding as to what that entails.
Ultimately, if Obama wins the Democratic nomination, I will throw my entire support behind him. I am sick and tired of the greed and corruption of the current administration. One can only hope that the next President will maintain a transparent government as promised, and do more for the people, the economy, health care, the environment, and of course national security, rather than their friends in high places.
As someone whose work brought them close to the victims of Katrina, it's appalling that many still live in FEMA trailers on the lot where their house used to be; all the while federal spending (particularly on useless "earmarks" that never receive an up or down vote) spirals out of control. This is not the "compassionate" government that was promised back in 2000. For now, I'll just let the primaries play out and hold off on any more political comments (as best I can) until the convention in August.
That being said, welcome to the first edition of Party Favorz 2008: Electro-Funk Edition. Unfortunately, I have yet to receive my funk promo for February but have a slew of hot new electro tunes. So, I decided to go back and put together a double mix of the hottest tunes on BPM satellite based on their most recent chart. While the majority of these songs have appeared on compilations as far back as September, they are only now receiving the attention they deserve on radio.
The songs you'll find on here that I never used, are trance. While I don't necessarily dislike trance, it's not my favorite genre. The handful of trance songs that appear on this mix are hot at the moment. The problem I have with them is that they don't really do the original song any justice. Most notably Tiesto's work has been seriously lacking as of late. His mixes tend to drag along and lack the inspiration he's been known for in the past. In fact, I haven't heard anything as glorious as the work he did on Delirium's "Silence" with Sara McLachlan or even The Roc Project's "Never (Past Tense)".
Granted, he's obviously trying to modernize his sound to fit in with the whole electro scene but has yet to hit his stride. His mixes of Justin Timberlake and Britney were just so-so. Let's hope Seal's latest "The Right Life" receives more justice.
So as to not let everyone down, I'll be backing this mix up with another offering within a couple of hours. Yeah, It's been a busy week, but I didn't rest on my laurels. One other thing, if you've had difficulty accessing this site, blame it on Flickr. They've been doing some serious upgrades to their site which not only has taken longer than they expected but has caused serious headaches for anyone with the slideshow on their blog. Patience is a virtue, just not one of mine. For now...Enjoy!
Due to the original structure of this post, the two separate sets have now been combined into one and remastered based on the techniques used i...

Deep Edition 2008 Volume 2

Before I get into the mix, I have to comment on last night's final Democratic debate.  Aside from the niceties that were exchanged, Hillary looked FLAWLESS in her chocolate pantsuit coupled with some turquoise jewelry pieces for a splash of color.
Personally, I would have gone with kelly green to offset the brown, however, turquoise is very in right now.  All is right in the world when we know how to successfully combine our colors for a statement.  In all seriousness, it was nice to see them finally focus on winning the White House back from Republican control, instead of the usual bickering that was dividing the party.
Ultimately, they need to come together and unify the Democrats for what will certainly be a viral campaign against the Repubs.  For now, may the best woman or man win.  In the end, I'm still predicting a Clinton/Obama ticket.  Frankly, I don't care if it's the other way around.  Truth be told, they both appeal to various factions of the Democratic Party and a double bill with both of them would create an unstoppable powerhouse come November.
Now, on to the issue at hand.  Just in time for the weekend, I'm serving up some seriously deep house.  Granted, this is not exactly a "party" album per se but provides excellent ambiance for your get-togethers or when you're just sitting around and relaxing.
Those of you following my release trend, know that electro-funk will be up next.  Granted, there's still the Classic Edition I've been promising.  Since I'm behind there, I'll probably up my Party Favorz 2005: Year-End Edition, which is bound to, please.  This will give me more time to work on something even older.  I'm leaning towards 1999 - 2000.  I'll keep everyone posted.
I hope you enjoy this mix, cause it was a bitch to put together!  When I thought it was finished, I previewed it while driving all over town trying to get some grown-up stuff done.  That's when I discovered I completely forgot a very important song.
When I finally sat down to look at it, I had already been over to Beatport buying some new stuff.  At that point, I decided to scrap the whole mix and start from the beginning.  The initial mix was divided into two sections; soulful for disc one and underground for disc two.  On the second go around, I decided to combine everything, giving the overall mix diversity with added surprises; something the initial mix lacked.
Lots of layering on this one, which is fine when I have the time to preview for mistakes.  With time constraints, I haven't been so fortunate to check it out without delaying the release and subsequently falling behind.  Fingers crossed that everything falls into place.
For now, just sit back and enjoy the sounds of the underground.
Have a great weekend!
Due to file corruption, the second set has been permanently removed. The first has been remastered based on the techniques used in current podcasts.
Album : Deep Edition 2008 v2 | Pt. 1 & 2
Genre : Soulful House
Total Time : 1:19:24:00
Track : 1
Title : Family Affair (M-Swift Jazoulster Remix)
Artist : Paris Match feat. Maysa Leak
Track : 2
Title : Ball & Chain (Extended Main Mix)
Artist : DJD feat. Phillipa Alexander
Track : 3
Title : Look Out (Alex South Soul Main Mix)
Artist : Alex Dimitri feat. Bos
Track : 4
Title : Essential Bit Of Piano (Club Mix)
Artist : Fer Ferrari
Track : 5
Title : The Horn Ride (Danny Tenaglia Mix)
Artist : E-N
Track : 6
Title : Proper Balance (Original Mix)
Artist : Consistent
Track : 7
Title : Set U Free (Original Mix)
Artist : Budai & Vic
Track : 8
Title : Where The Music Takes You (Pasta Boys Main Mix)
Artist : Ananda Project
Track : 9
Title : Let The Music Flow (Original Mix)
Artist : ZenTribe feat. Linda Newman
Track : 10
Title : Miami 806 (Original Mix)
Artist : Ferdy & Matt Van Wyk
Track : 11
Title : I'm Free (Main Mix)
Artist : Yass feat. LT Brown
Track : 12
Title : Listen To My Power (Rob King & Steve Baca Remix)

Winter Edition 2008 | Pt. 1 & 2

T.G.I.F. Ah yes...made it just in time for the weekend! This was no easy feat. Before I get on with the usual discussion about the songs on this mix, I want to bring up a few things.
First, there are only a few days remaining to get your vote in for the way you prefer the mixes to be delivered. You can cast your vote just to the right of this post.
2nd, for those of you who apparently haven't figured it out yet, when it says Disc 1/2, that means there are two discs in this collection. Disc 1/2 is the first download and when you scroll down somewhere in the middle, you will find Disc 2/2, or the second download for that mix. I only brought this up because a whopping number of you jumped all over my Electro-Tech Edition, but only half downloaded the second one. Therefore, I'm guessing many of you aren't aware of the second mix. Now, if it says Disc 1/1, well that means there is only one download for that mix. It can happen, so just be mindful of that fact.
3rd, I made this blog at the urging of friends. Often I found I was just giving the mixes away. So, I thought this would be cheaper and less time-consuming. On the contrary, not only does it take up more time, but costs more money as well. When you figure in the costs for music, bandwidth, storage etc. this ain' t cheap. Especially for someone who's been without a job since May. I guess no one wants to higher a cripple. So be it. I'll figure something out. So, if you think you could start showing a little more love I'd certainly appreciate it. After just being turned down for another high paying job, right now, I need all the love I can get.
I'll tell you what...anyone that leave's a constructive comment, whether about the music or anyway that I could improve this site (positive or negative...just keep it within reason and no blah, blah, blah) at the end of this post, let's say by January 20th, will be entered into a drawing for a genuine copy of any mix of your choosing I've made this year; shipped anywhere in the world for free! That's right, the full double CD with artwork and all. My discs aren't cheap; they look better than that crap you spend $20 on in the stores and sound better to boot! There will be 3 winners which will be announced on Monday and I'll email you for shipping instructions. (Sorry, personal friends are not eligible for the drawing).
Now, on with the music! Welcome to the first Winter Edition of the Party Favorz series. Usually, I wait until spring for the next circuit mix, but as mentioned in earlier posts, there's way too much great music out to just sit on until then. I fully expect February to be kinda quiet, so I'm thinking about cooking up some classic mixes from the late nineties and early millennium. I'll provide more details on that a little later. For now...Enjoy!
Due to the original structure of this post, the two separate sets have now been combined into one and remastered based on the techniques used in current podcasts.
Album : Winter Edition 2008 | Pt. 1 & 2
Genre : Circuit House
Total Time : 2:37:33:00
Track : 1
Title : You Get Down (Original Mix)
Artist : Tony Moran feat. Catherine Russel
Track : 2
Title : My Life Again (Lenny B. Club Mix)
Artist : Lauren Hildebrandt
Track : 3
Title : The Flame 2008 (Tony Moran & Warren Rigg Club Remix)
Artist : Erin Hamilton
Track : 4
Title : It Had Better Be Tonight (Eddie Amador Club Mix)
Artist : Michael Bublé
Track : 5
Title : Until The End Of Time (Johnny Vicious & DJ Escape Remix)
Artist : Justin Timberlake & Beyoncé
Track : 6
Title : The Boss (Tracy Young's Big Club Mix)
Artist : Kristine W
Track : 7
Title : Freedom (Original Mix)
Artist : Tony Moran feat. Nicki Richards
Track : 8
Title : Away From Me (Altar Big Room Mix)
Artist : Altar feat. Amannda
Track : 9
Title : Me (Rosabel's Anthem Mix)
Artist : Tamia
Track : 10
Title : No, No, No (Friscia & Lamboy Vocal Mix)
Artist : Ono
Track : 11

Electro-Tech Edition 2008 | Pt. 1 & 2

What? Another update so soon? You bet! I told you at the beginning of the year I had a sh!t load of music to go through. Instead of combining many of the songs from the Funky Edition with the Tech House songs (much like in Party Favorz 2007: Funky Edition v6), I made the decision to separate them out. There was just way too much good music pouring out to leave them off the mixes.
So, no posturing or political updates to discuss today...it's all about the music. Once you get into to this mix, you'll see that it's one great song after another. I really hope everyone enjoys this mix as much as I did making it. For those that may have noticed the HOT guy (courtesy of Modern Fabulosity), in my Flickr slideshow for the newly created "Winter Edition", it's because that mix is on its way next! I don't want all you circuit boys to think I've forgotten about you. I'll try to have it out for the weekend, but no promises. I can assure you, it'll be worth the wait.
A few things of note:
Please vote on the right for your preference for downloading the mixes. In other words, do you prefer a single high quality mp3 file to ensure continuous flow; or do you prefer the mix be split into individual songs (this requires a CD burner and player that has "gapless playback for MP3); or do you prefer the files be split into individual songs but encoded at a lossless bitrate (this will make the file much larger with slightly longer download speeds, but offers the best quality). Make your vote count. If you want lossless compression, then let me know in my "comment box" what type of compression you prefer (i.e. flac, wma, mp4, monkey's audio, etc.)
I'll be updating the "iPod Worthy List" later tomorrow; sorry it's been a little hectic, but I think it's time for all this wonderful new music coming out. I may run some voting, later on, to let you pick your favs, so we can let the world know what we're digging at the moment.
One other thing, Modern Fabulosity has 5 copies of the new Idina Menzel CD "I Stand" to give away. So go over there by January 20th and answer a simple question so you can get into the drawing for the new disc. Here we go!
Due to the original structure of this post, the two separate sets have now been combined into one and remastered based on the techniques used in current podcasts.
Album : Electro-Tech Edition 2008 | Pt. 1 & 2
Genre : Electro House
Total Time : 2:37:55:00
Track : 1
Title : Piece Of Me (Bimbo Jones Club Mix)
Artist : Britney Spears
Track : 2
Title : I Found U (TV Rock Remix)
Artist : Axwell
Track : 3
Title : Apologize (Lenny B Club Mix)
Artist : One Republic
Track : 4
Title : Something's Gotta Give (Wawa Mix)
Artist : Thomas Gold
Track : 5
Title : Work (Put It In) (Steve Pitron & Max Sanna Remix)
Artist : Kelly Rowland
Track : 6
Title : Now Youre Gone (Fonzerelli Remix)
Artist : Basshunter
Track : 7
Title : Come Back To Me (Bimbo Jones Club Mix)
Artist : Vanessa Hudgens
Track : 8
Title : Ain't Nothin Goin On But The Rent (Fonzerelli Club Mix)
Artist : 7th Heaven feat. Katherine Ellis
Track : 9
Title : (Maybe Youll Get) Lucky (Smax & Gold Remix)
Artist : Soundbluntz feat. Cheyne
Track : 10
Title : Like Something 4 Porno (Lost Daze Remix)
Artist : Felix Da Housecat
Track : 11
Title : Funk Bomb (Laurent Pautrat Remix)
Artist : Sucker DJs
Track : 12
Title : To Make You Feel Alright (Wideboys Extended Club Mix)
Artist : Jaime Jay
Track : 13
Title : Feedback (Jeremy Word Remix)
Artist : Janet Jackson
Track : 14
Title : I Want Your Love (Wideboys Miami Club Mix)
Artist : Jody Watley
Track : 15
Title : One Eye Shut (Buzz Junkies Club Mix)
Artist : Robbie Rivera
Track : 16
Title : Heaven (Fonzerelli Remix)
Artist : Jes
Track : 17
Title : Baby When The Light (Original Extended)
Artist : David Guetta
Track : 18
Title : Wanna Be Your Girl (Club Mix)
Artist : Kush
Track : 19

Funky House Edition 2008 Volume 1 | Pt. 1 & 2

First and foremost, I am ecstatic about the elections on Tuesday. Looks like we got ourselves a two-way horse race between Clinton and Obama. Anyone that has been following the political blogs realizes just how passionate both camps are about their prospective candidates. What has concerned me is the vitriol and hatred geared toward Hillary.
Based on the supposed polling data which gives her an unfavorable "likability" rating; I suspect most of this is driven by the media. So who exactly did they poll? Frankly, after New Hampshire, we saw just how reliable those polls are. The unjustified criticism Hillary has received is unprecedented. When you hear someone like the ass-wipe Chris Matthews from MSNBC, publicly state "The only reason Hillary became a Senator and is now running for President is that her husband messed around". Huh?
Well if that's the case, the only reason George Bush became Governor of Texas and subsequently President of the United States is because his last name is "Bush" and his family has a shitload of money. C'mon, where's the logic? After that, every Hillary supporter took up arms against this sexist remark and the subsequent statements that followed, attempting to justify his position. Though not as blatantly asinine, CNN hasn't faired any better in their own commentary.
That's all well and good because the voters are the only people that count and I believe are smart enough to cut through all the bullshit being shown on the idiot box. Thank God for blogs where we can better serve up opinion and commentary to respond to things we either agree or disagree with; albeit in a more civilized manner. The closest we have right now on TV is C-Span, but that forum does not lend itself to a healthy debate.
After Super Tuesday, we'll have a clearer picture of who will be the Democratic nominee. I've made no bones about the fact that I am a Hillary supporter. Regardless, if it does turn out that Barak succeeds in his bid for the nomination, then I'll be right there lending my full support.
Ultimately, I would like to see a Clinton/Obama ticket run for President; if not, an Obama/Clinton ticket works just fine for me. Now, after John Edwards gets his ass whipped in his own home state of South Carolina, will you please get the hell out of the race! Governor Richardson, thank you for having the good sense to drop out after New Hampshire. As Democrats and Independents, let's come together and go into the National Convention united with one common goal; to rid the true axis of evil from Washington.
Speaking of evil (you know I had to lead into it somehow), Funky House Edition 2008 v1 is a really wicked mix cooked up for all you funk heads! Side one is pure disco heaven that truly satisfies. Side two, well let's just say that's for the die-hard disco fan. Some of the stuff harkens back to the underground disco of yonder, whiles others are just simple mainstream fare that I couldn't work into side one. It was either make this a single disc, or go ahead and serve up volume two for the loyalist. Either way, it won't disappoint. Enjoy!
Album : Funky House Edition 2008 v1 | Pt. 1 & 2
Genre : Funky House, Disco
Year : 2008
Total Time : 02:37:21
Track : 1
Title : My Life Again (Avalon Superstar Mix)
Artist : Lauren Hildebrandt
Track : 2
Title : Like This Like That (Extended Vocal Mix)
Artist : Se-Sa feat. Sharon Phillips
Track : 3
Title : Work (Freemasons Club Mix)
Artist : Kelly Rowland
Track : 4
Title : Ain't Nothin' Goin' On But The Rent (Wayne G & Porl Young Mix)
Artist : 7th Heaven feat. Katherine Ellis
Track : 5
Title : Pull My Trigger (Soul Tornado Remix)
Artist : Firefox
Track : 6
Title : Don't Give Me Your Life (7th Heaven Club Mix)
Artist : Shanie
Track : 7
Title : Breathe You In (Eric Kupper Remix)
Artist : Samantha James
Track : 8
Title : Heat You Up (Melt You Down) (RedSoul Club Mix)
Artist : RedSoul feat. Andrea Love
Track : 9

Deep Edition 2008 Volume 1 [Pt. 1 & 2]

First, I would like to wish everyone a happy New Year and thank you all for the kind words that have been left in my Cbox. There's more work that goes into this blog than I would have ever imagined.
Not that I'm complaining; on the contrary, I really enjoy doing this. So please keep the comments, suggestions, or requests coming. I'll do my best to respond. Right now, I'm thinking about changing the name of the site to Party Favorz instead of K j A M Productions. Let me know what you think.
Before I get into the latest Deep Edition, I just want to touch on another very important issue. This will mainly apply to the U.S. folks. From the onset of the presidential contenders throwing their hats into the ring, I've been a big fan of Hillary Clinton. Without a doubt, she is a smart and savvy player who would be formidable against any Republican nominee. I like her message and the way in which she carries herself. Anyone that's read anything about her during the time she was First Lady, knows full well that she's got the balls to stand up to the Republicans.
The only thing that concerns me is her unwillingness to denounce all the pork spending from Washington; something that John Edwards is a big proponent of ridding from each and every bill passed. In fact, his campaign thus far has not accepted any Pac money. That's amazing considering his 2nd place finish in Iowa. Then you've got Barak Obama.
Several years ago, I saw him for the first time after he was elected Senator of Illinois, on C-Span. He was a very charismatic and eloquent speaker. Needless to say, I was impressed. The only problem I have with him is that I don't think he's ready for prime time just yet. He will make an excellent VP for either candidate and can assume the mantle 4 to 8 years after this election. This is just my own personal assessment of the candidates.
More than anything, this is a very important election and I urge everyone eligible to go out and caucus for your candidate of choice. The fact that Hilary and Barak are the front-runners, in and of itself is historic! Whatever the outcome of the primaries, I will throw my full support behind whoever wins as they are all excellent candidates.
Speaking of winners...I've got the first Deep Edition mix-up and ready to go! I am so pleased with the overall mix. I should probably call this the Chill Edition, cause that's exactly what it is. Let's go down the checklist:
Acid Jazz
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Tickling the ivory
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Big ole Brass
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Groovy Organs
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Trip Hop
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Deep Funk
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Wailing Divas
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Soulful
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Male Singers
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Alternative Beats
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Underground Beats
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Angry Black Women
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Looks like all the ingredients are here. Unlike previous efforts which tend to be more experimental, the complete feel of this mix is laid back and comfy with an overall sense of relaxation and fun. Put this on when you have guests over or you just want to lay around and chill. Enjoy!
Due to the original structure of this post, the two separate sets have now been combined into one and remastered based on the techniques used in current podcasts.
Album : Deep Edition 2008 v1 | Pt. 1 & 2
Genre : Soulful House
Total Time : 2:38:22:00
Track : 1
Title : First Bounce (Original Mix)
Artist : Lewis Ferrier
Track : 2
Title : Soft Cell (Original Mix)
Artist : Glenn Underground
Track : 3
Title : All My Life (Vocal Mix)
Artist : Ron Carroll feat. Jazmina
Track : 4
Title : Release The Beauty (D3 Silky Re-Work)
Artist : Rhody & Kaydee
Track : 5
Title : Deep Rootz (Original Mix)
Artist : Sal Antaloss
Track : 6
Title : Cool Lil Thing (Alix Alvarez Club)
Artist : Alix Alvarez & Malena Perez
Track : 7
Title : Bonile (Original Mix)
Artist : Normarena
Track : 8
Title : Ascension (Piano Mix)
Artist : Jihad Muhammad
Track : 9
Title : You Rock Me (Long Version)

Top Dance Songs of 2007 Volume 2 | Deep & Funky

In the vibrant landscape of dance music, 2007 was an exceptional year, marked by a proliferation of innovative sounds and rhythms that stirred up dance floors worldwide. This article will shine a spotlight on the Top Dance Songs of 2007, giving due credit to the standouts that shaped this remarkable period in dance music history.
Firstly, "Boogie 2nite" by Booty Luv, one of the Top Dance Songs of 2007, was an infectious beat that captured the essence of an era. The track personified the vibrant spirit of dance music, making it a perennial favorite among both casual listeners and dance enthusiasts.
Cahill's "Trippin On You" was another masterstroke from 2007, showcasing an innovative sound that seamlessly blended several music genres. The track was a musical journey, taking listeners through a myriad of emotions and dance rhythms, hence securing its place among the Top Dance Songs of 2007.
Meanwhile, the updated version of "Do You Want It Right Now" by Degrees of Motion added a contemporary twist to a classic sound, reaffirming the timeless appeal of dance music. Another highlight was the Bassmonkey remix of "Keep Your Body Working" by Tony Moran & Martha Wash, which was emblematic of the upbeat, infectious rhythms that made 2007 a memorable year for dance music.
The song "Stand Up" by Nowak drew inspiration from A Taste of Honey's disco classic Boogie Oogie Oogie, paying tribute to the heritage of dance music while also charting new territories. Also, Mika's "Love Today" and Roisin Murphy's "Let Me Know" were notable for their distinctive soundscapes, which contributed to the diversity of the Top Dance Songs of 2007.
Finally, the DJ Meme remix of "The Cure and the Cause" by Fish Go Deep provided a deeper, more introspective take on dance music, showcasing the genre's versatility.
Looking back on the Top Dance Songs of 2007, it's clear that this was a year of creativity and innovation, laying a solid foundation for the evolution of dance music in the years to follow. The Top Dance Songs of 2007 not only reflected the zeitgeist of the time but also marked a significant chapter in the history of dance music.
Until the next time...ENJOY!
Album : Deep & Funky 2007 pt. 2 | Expanded and Remastered
Genre : Funky House Music
Year : 2017
Total Time : 02:01:02
1. Booty Luv - Boogie 2nite (Moto Blanco Club Mix)
2. Cahill feat. Nikki Belle - Trippin On You (Original Mix)
3. Bob Sinclar - Sound Of Freedom (Original Mix)
4. Lionel Richie - All Around The World (Bob Sinclar Remix)
5. Chanel - Dance (Fish & Chips Remix)
6. Physics feat. Alexandra Hamnede - Let It Out (Vincent Kwok Remix)
7. Belezamusica - Inside Out (DJ Meme Remix)
8. Chris Lake feat. Emma Hewitt - Carry Me Away (Original Club Mix)
9. Hardsoul feat. Fierce Ruling Diva - Self Religion (Believe In Me) (Hardsoul Reconstruction)
10. Degrees Of Motion - Do You Want It Right Now (Haji & Emanuel Remix)
11. DJ Kuffar - I Saw Your Smile (Soul Conspiracy Ultradisco Remix)
12. Houzecrushers - Touch Me (Original Vocal Mix)
13. Hi On Life feat. Joniece - Goodbye (7th Heaven Mirrorball Mix)
14. Tony Moran feat. Martha Wash - Keep Your Body Working (Bassmonkeys Club Mix)
15. Booty Luv - Shine (Moto Blanco Remix)
16. Nowak feat. D'Layna - Stand Up (The Funkness Extended Mix)
17. Saudage Project - Love Is Gonna Get You (Cristian Marchi Main Mix)
18. Mika - Love Today (Eric Kupper Extended Vocal Mix)
19. Flanders - By My Side (Callea & Rispoli Vocal Club Mix)
20. Fish Go Deep & Tracey K - The Cure And The Cause (DJ Meme Philly Suite Mix Edit)
21. Roisin Murphy - Let Me Know (Joey Negro Original Vibe Mix)

Top Dance Songs of 2007 Volume 1 | Deep & Funky

2007 was a transformative year for dance music, and its evolution is best demonstrated by the Top Dance Songs of 2007. This year, dance floors across the world pulsated with tracks from seasoned artists as well as fresh faces, reflecting a myriad of styles and sounds.
Among the Top Dance Songs of 2007, the charismatic collaboration of Todd Terry Allstars and Tara McDonald with "Get Down" (Warren Clarke Club Mix) kicked off the year with a stunning union of rhythmic beats and vivacious vocals. It was a dance anthem that set the pace for the tracks to come, marrying rhythm and energy in an electrifying combination.
Alexander O'Neal's "Saturday Love" (Soulshaker Club Mix) and Charlean Dance's "Mr. DJ" (Moto Blanco Remix) sustained this tempo with their soulful deliveries, further reinforcing 2007 as a year of rhythmic indulgence. The Soulshaker Club Mix of O'Neal's song was particularly notable for its ingenious remix that refreshed a classic while maintaining its original allure.
Roisin Murphy's "Overpowered" (Seamus Haji Remix) made a significant impact on the scene as well, integrating a distinct electronic vibe into the year's top dance tracks. The eclectic blend of soulful lyrics and pulsating beats made it a standout among the Top Dance Songs of 2007.
Bliss Inc.'s collaboration with Carlotta Chadwick for "Faith" (7th Heaven Remix) marked a momentous return to uplifting, inspirational dance music. This track, along with Sean Biddle's "Get Up 'n' Dance" (Alex Romano Remix), encouraged listeners to find joy and motivation on the dance floor, reminding us of the transformative power of dance music.
Perhaps one of the most unexpected gems among the Top Dance Songs of 2007 was "Sexual Healing" (Freemasons Club Mix) by Alibi vs. Rockefeller. This modern interpretation of a classic song showcased the versatility and adaptability of dance music, skillfully incorporating a beloved melody into a new, dance-friendly context.
Overall, the Top Dance Songs of 2007 illustrate a year of evolution and vibrancy within the world of dance music. They encapsulate a time when the genre was expanding, embracing new influences, and reaching out to a broader audience. The year's best tracks demonstrated an extraordinary blend of innovation, respect for the past, and a deep love for the infectious energy of dance music. As we look back on these tunes, we are reminded of the enduring power of rhythm, melody, and the human spirit to inspire and connect us on the dance floor and beyond.
Album : Deep & Funky 2007 pt. 1 | Expanded and Remastered
Genre : Funky House Music
Year : 2017
Total Time : 02:14:16
1. Todd Terry Allstars feat. Tara McDonald - Get Down (Warren Clarke Club Mix)
2. Alexander O'Neal - Saturday Love (Soulshaker Club Mix)
3. Charlean Dance - Mr. DJ (Moto Blanco Remix)
4. Roisin Murphy - Overpowered (Seamus Haji Remix)
5. Quentin Harris feat. Margaret Grace - My Joy (Harry Choo Choo Romero Vocal Remix)
6. Ian Oliver feat. Shantel - Bucovina (Ian Oliver's Clubovina Mix)
7. Dawn Tallman - Save a Place on the Dance Floor for Me (Junior Vasquez World Mix Show Edit)
8. Sunfreakz feat. Andrea Britton - Counting Down The Days (Original Extended Vocal Mix)
9. Samantha James - Rise (Eric Kupper Remix)
10. Georgie Porgie - Lift Your Voices (Wideboys Anthemic Club Mix)
11. Speakerbox - Time (Wideboys Club Mix)
12. Rihanna - Push Up On Me (Moto Blanco Club Mix)
13. Bliss Inc. feat. Carlotta Chadwick - Faith (7th Heaven Remix)
14. Sean Biddle - Get Up 'n' Dance (Alex Romano Remix)
15. Montoja feat. Miss Chianty - Love Comes Over Me (Original)
16. Ultra DJ's feat. TQ - Must Be The Music (Montoja Remix)
17. Barbara Tucker - Love Vibrations (Josh Harris Club Mix)
18. Alibi vs. Rockefeller - Sexual Healing (Freemasons Club Mix)
19. Candy Williams feat. Whiteside - Move On Up (Niko De Luka & Brown Sugar Remix)
20. Starchaser feat. Shena - Let Your Mind Go (Orginal Mix)