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

Top Dance Songs of 2007 Volume 1

A year of musical revolution, 2007, was a period of transformation and evolution in the dance music genre. This was the year when the echoes of the past decades significantly impacted the contemporary club music scene, resulting in a noticeable shift in the tastes and styles of the Top Dance Songs of 2007. This shift mirrored significant social issues and trends of that era, displaying the power music holds as a reflection of our society.
Alternative music reached back into the charms of the '80s, fostering a resurgence of the "garage band" sound. Concurrently, a wave of low-tech electro-pop music began to regain popularity. Artists such as Erasure, with their unchanged sound, found themselves back in style, contributing to the influential and impressive list of the Top Dance Songs of 2007.
Arguably the most notable musical trend of 2007 was the revival of the disco genre, or as it is more popularly referred to today - funk. This rejuvenated love for disco found its way back to the dance floor, with notable contributions from music maestros such as Moto Blanco, Freemasons, Seamus Haji, and the Bassmonkeys. The 'big room' progressive sound, a staple of circuit music, began its descent, making way for heavy electro, with Jody Den Broeder leading the pack who coincidentally happens to be good friends with my doctor.
It's important to remember that the fluctuations and trends in music often mirror the mood of the nation. The heavier, darker club music that dominated the early 2000s was a reflection of the challenging times we lived in. As we began to see the rise of more uplifting, lighter themes in the Top Dance Songs of 2007, we could sense a shift in the nation's mood.
Club music, with its vibrant variety of genres, provides an escape from everyday life. It is a form of frivolous fun, and an ode to peace, love, and understanding. The transformation of the Top Dance Songs of 2007 was a testament to this spirit. As we reflect on this period of musical evolution, we look forward to the waves that the next decade will bring. Remember, no matter what shifts and changes, the essence of clubbing – fun, escape, and unity – remains eternal.
To celebrate this remarkable year in dance music, Party Favorz presents the Top Dance Songs of 2007. Perfect for those dance-till-dawn nights, these tunes deserve a spot in your music collection for posterity's sake. So, go ahead, download, burn, and relive the magic of 2007. A decade later, you'll be glad you did.
Until the next time...ENJOY!
Album : Year-end Edition 2007 | Volume 1
Genre : Circuit, Electro-House
Year : 2007
Total Time : 01:59:04
1. Kat Deluna feat. Elephant Man - Whine Up (Johnny Vicious Party Mixshow Drama)
2. Kim English - My Destiny (Kobbe & Austin Leeds Club Mix)
3. Britney Spears - Gimme More (Junior Vasquez & Johnny Vicious Club Mix)
4. Christina Aguilera - Hurt (Chris Cox Club Mix)
5. The Killers - Read My Mind (Pet Shop Boys Stars Are Blazing Mix)
6. Nelly Furtado - Do It (Passengerz Remix)
7. Rihanna feat. Jay-Z - Umbrella (Jody Den Broeder Lush Club Remix)
8. Hilary Duff - With Love (Houzecrushers Club Mix)
9. Kristine W - Walk Away (Tony Moran & Warren Rigg Evolution Mix)
10. Lady Sovereign - Love Me Or Hate Me (Friscia & Lamboy Dirty Club Mix)
11. Beyonce - Irreplaceable (Ralphi & Craig Mixshow Edit)
12. Cahill feat. Nikki Belle - Trippin On You (Wawa Vocal Mix)
13. Bob Sinclar feat. Big Ali & Dollarman - Rock This Party [Everybody Dance Now] (London 909 Main)
14. Georgie Porgie - I Believe (Josh Harris Club Mix)
15. Speakerbox - Time (Wideboys Club Mix)
16. Justin Timberlake - Lovestoned [I Think She Knows] (Tiesto Remix)
17. Nelly Furtado - Say It Right (Orangefuzzz Pronounced Club Mix)
18. Inaya Day vs. Bill Bennett - Breakaway (Bill Bennett's Anthem Club Mix)

Funky House Edition 2007 Volume 6 | Remastered

As promised, I've got the latest installment of the Funky House Edition 2007 v6 up and ready to go. Now folks, if this doesn't cure the winter blues, then nothing will. So put your heels on, 'cause we're gonna boogie 2nite. Enjoy!
Album : Funky House Edition 2007 v6
Genre : House, Disco, Funky
Year : 2007
Total Time : 01:28:59
1. Stonebridge - You Don't Know (Hott 22 Remix)
2. Todd Terry Allstars - Get Down (Warren Clarke Remix)
3. Fish Go Deep & Tracey K - The Cure & The Cause (DJ Meme Philly Suite Mix DSB Re-edit)
4. Mika - Love Today (Eric Kupper Extended Vocal Mix)
5. Chanel - Dance (Fish & Chips Remix)
6. Luis Radio feat. Sabrina Johnston - House Music (Vocal Mix)
7. The Wideboys feat. Clare Evers - Bomb The Secret (Moto Blanco Club Mix)
8. Starchaser feat. Shena - Let Your Mind Go (Orginal Mix)
9. Annie Lennox - Sing (Moto Blanco Club Mix)
10. Franz Da Silava feat. Kichea - Be With You (Mark Lopez Club Mix)
11. Avalon Superstar feat. Rita Campbell - So Alive (Vocal Club Mix)
12. Suzanne Wilson - Gimme Love (Kenny Hayes Sunshine Funk Mix)
13. Speakerbox - Time (Wideboys Club Mix)
14. Hoxton Whores vs. Gavin Lampitt - Fusion (Hoxton Whores Vocal Mix)
15. Cahill feat. Nikki Belle - Trippin On You (Wawa Vocal Mix)

Deep Edition 2007 Volume 4 [Remastered]

Before I go into the discussion about the Deep Edition 2007 v4, I would like to bring to everyone's attention that today is World AIDS Day. A disease that has devastated not only lives but families as well, all over the world.
I have lost several friends to this disease, including my brother in 1986. If you look to the right, just below the pod player, you will see an ad with the ultimate Diva, Annie Lennox. If you click on the link, you will be able to support her and the Treatment Action Organization in South Africa. You can buy a T-Shirt or purchase the download of her latest song "Sing" featuring a slew of artists including Madonna. If anything, purchase the kick-ass Moto/Blanco mix of the song, which you've no doubt heard if you've been anywhere near a club lately. Stay involved. Stay focused. Better yet, stay safe.
Enough preaching. Here's is the latest Deep Edition...and it rocks if I do say so myself. This will be perfect after those long cold days at work or after spending an entire day Christmas shopping at the mall. Grab yourself a glass of wine, smoke a joint and just chill-out and relax...that's the power of music. Oh yeah, don't be shocked by the inclusion of Dave Gahan on this mix...you'll be pleasantly surprised.
Also, I just finished up a MySpace page. You can check it out here. If anyone can explain how to rearrange the modules on my profile page, I'd be forever indebted : )
One last thing, Funky Edition 2007 v6 will be up tomorrow and the Holiday Edition 2007 will be up no later than Saturday, next week. Until then...Enjoy!
Album : Deep Edition 2007 v4
Genre : Deep House, Soulful, Chill
Year : 2007
Total Time : 01:25:08
Joeski - Carbibe Elektrico (Outter Limits Remix)
JP Phillippe - She's A Goddess (Original Mix)
Soul Central feat. Abigail Bailey - Time After Time (Soul Central Vocal Mix)
Harold Heath - Mercury Blues (Kirby Remix)
DJ Gregory - Attend 1 (Original Mix)
Randall Jones - Lost Love (Original Mix)
Klod Rights - Amber Eyes (Original Mix)
Masters At Work feat. India - To Be In Love (Tiefschwarz Acoustic Mixdown)
Manuel Tur & DPlay - Lobata (Original Mix)
Lukas Greenberg - My Feeling (Original Mix)
Scope - All Night Long (Original Mix)
Dave Gahan - I Need You (Jay's Summerdub)
The Sound Republic - Bumpin' Enjoyment (Original Mix)

Funky House Edition 2007 Volume 5 | Remastered

Okay, maybe not as funky as previous efforts, but the Funky House Edition 2007 v5 is still very soulful and often uplifting. Mainly the kind of feel-good house I've always enjoyed. Check it out.
Album : Funky House Edition 2007 v5
Genre : House, Disco, Funky
Year : 2007
Total Time : 01:11:16
1. Cedric Cervais feat. Caroline - Spirit In My Life (Richard Earnshaw Remix)
2. Alexander O'Neal - Saturday Love (Soulshaker Club Mix)
3. DJ Hoffmana feat. SeeU - Pain For You (Fat32 Mix)
4. Sean Biddle - Get Up 'n' Dance (Alex Romano Remix)
5. Tommy Marcus - Supalove (Bini & Martini Suka-Love Vocal Mix)
6. T-Empo feat. Julia Roberts - Saturday Night Sunday Morning (T-Empo Mix)
7. Chaka Khan - Angel (Mr. Mig Extended Remix)
8. Mischa Daniels feat. Tash - Round & Round (Tom Novy & Isma-ae Remix)
9. Physics feat. Alexandra Hamnede - Let It Out (Vincent Kwok Remix)
10. Spencer & Hill - Get It On (Extended)
11. Ercola feat. Heikki L - Deep At Night (Original Mix)
12. Degrees Of Motion - Do You Want It Right Now (Mischa Daniels Funktion Remix)

Deep Edition 2007 Volume 3 [Remastered]

Just finished Deep Edition 2007 v3 a few days ago. Starts off with some nice low-key house, which builds on top of each other.
By the fourth song, you'll notice a different direction as it transitions into some techno house and then into more progressive deep sounds before dropping down again.
Take notice of the smoking gospel mashup between Antoine Clamaran and Alison Limerick! Though my other half can't stand these mixes, I find them soothing. Enjoy!
Album : Deep Edition 2007 v3
Genre : Deep House, Progressive House, Soulful
Year : 2007
Total Time : 01:07:22
1. The Brand New Heavies - Let's Do It Again (Kenny Dope O-Gutta Remix)
2. Restless Soul feat. Shea Soul - Tricks (Main Vocal)
3. Quentin Harris feat. Margaret Grace - My Joy (Todd Terry 12'' Vocal)
4. Lemonade Market - 9 Moons (David Tort & Bastien Libra Remix)
5. Terry Lee Brown Junior - Lost And Found (Steve Bug Found It Mix)
6. Dennis Ferrer feat. Danil Wright - Church Lady (Dennis Ferrer Dub)
7. Andy Cato - Cosmic Force (Francois Dubois Remix)
8. Emjae - What Happened to Disco (Original)
9. Blvd East - Mototronic (Main Mix)
10. DJ Chus & David Penn - Burning Paris (Wet Finger Remix)
11. Still Going - Still Going Theme (Original)

Funky House Edition 2007 Volume 4 | Remastered

 ...and the Funk keeps rolling! Seemingly all over the place, with a variety of styles (including some Latin flavor at the end); but it works. Enjoy!
Album : Funky House Edition 2007 v4
Genre : House, Disco, Funky
Year : 2007
Total Time : 01:18:31
1. Erika Jayne - Stars (Moto Blanco Remix)
2. Hardsoul feat. Fierce Ruling Diva - Self Religion (Believe In Me) (Hardsoul Reconstruction)
3. Neil Bainbridge - Radio Tonic (Original Mix)
4. Pianoman - Blurred (Solitaire Mix)
5. Sissoko - Flying To Namibia (Original Club Mix)
6. Musetta - Peace & Melody (Anil Chawla & Dale Anderson Mix)
7. Carl Kennedy vs. MYNC feat. Roachford - Ride The Storm (RLS Club Mix)
8. Peter Luts & Barbara Tucker - One (Original)
9. Al.Ka Project - People Get Ready (Vocal Mix)
10. Lemonade Market - 9 Moons (Overbooking Studio Rework)
11. Amesha - I'll Be There (Wideboys Vocal Mix)
12. The Disco Boys - Start All Over Again (Extended Mix)
13. Cloudburst feat. Culture Girl - 40 Miles (Vocal Mix)
14. Ian Oliver feat. Shantel - Bucovina (Ian Oliver's Clubovina Mix)

Funky House Edition 2007 Volume 3 | Remastered

Threw in some plain ole Disco and House along with the Funk this time 'round...Enjoy!
Album : Funky House Edition 2007 v3
Genre : House, Disco, Funky
Year : 2007
Total Time : 01:28:24
1. Eddie Cumana feat. Johan Brunkvist - Disco Celebration (Original Instrumental Mix)
2. Georgie Porgie - Lift Your Voices (Wideboys Anthemic Club Mix)
3. Michael Bublé - It Had Better Be Tonight (House Lovers Club)
4. Tristan Garner feat. Akil - Give Love (Jerome Isma-Ae Remix)
5. Barbara Tucker - Love Vibrations (Georgie's Love Club Mix)
6. Freemasons feat. Hazel Fernandes - If (Full Length Original Version)
7. Gioia - Your Love Is Lifting Me (Higher And Higher) (Almighty Club Mix)
8. The Shapeshifters - New Day (Mark!'s Vocal Mix)
9. Tony Moran feat. Martha Wash - Keep Your Body Working (Bassmonkeys Club Mix)
10. Sucker DJs feat. Wray - Salvation (Original Club Mix)
11. Booty Luv - Shine (Moto Blanco Remix)
12. Kimberley Locke - Band Of Gold (Almighty 12'' Anthem Club Mix)
13. Roisin Murphy - Let Me Know (Joey Negro Destination Boogie Mix)
14. Mahjong feat. D'Layna - So Thankful (Federico Conti Extended Mix)

Deep Edition 2007 Volume 2 [Remastered]

Definitely more experimental. Mostly instrumental and at times a little bit off the beaten path. Personally, I love it, but my partner hates it. That being said, I guess it's not for everyone.
See whatcha think.
Album : Deep Edition 2007 v2
Genre : Deep House, Progressive House, Techno
Year : 2007
Total Time : 01:19:21
1. Nicole Otero - Sunshine Song (John Julius Knight Re-Rub Vox Mix)
2. Troydon & Decosta - New York Minute (Original Mix)
3. Dirty Harry - Deep In The Vibe (Original Mix)
4. Gregor Tresher - A Thousand Nights (Original Mix)
5. Deadmau5 - Faxing Berlin (Original Mix)
6. Axwell feat. Max'C - I Found You (Dubfire Remix Edit)
7. Digital Villains - Busted Speaker (Original Mix)
8. Robert Miles - Children 2007 (Jerry Ropero & Denis The Menace Mix)
9. Roman Rai - Digitalis (Original Mix)
10. Adam Beyer - China Girl (Original Mix)
11. DJ Grégory - Elle (Copyright Re-Edit)
12. Adam K & Soha - Twilight (Original Mix)

Funky House Edition 2007 Volume 2 | Remastered

Volume 2 of the Funky House Edition 2007...Great stuff on this one...check it out!
Album : Funky House Edition 2007 v2
Genre : House, Disco, Funky
Year : 2007
Total Time : 01:18:16
1. Illusive - Make A Difference (Original Mix)
2. Steven Stone feat. Sybille - All I Need Is Love (Revival Mix)
3. Belezamusica - Inside Out (DJ Meme Remix)
4. Highlife feat. Karime Kendra - Mercy On Me (Main Mix)
5. Jennifer Lopez - Do It Well (Moto Blanco Remix)
6. Mia feat. The Polarbabies - Dream Girl (Original Club)
7. Eurythmics - Here Comes The Rain Again (Freemasons Remix)
8. DJ Kuffar - I Saw Your Smile (Soul Conspiracy Ultradisco Remix)
9. Degrees Of Motion - Do You Want It Right Now (Haji & Emanuel Remix)
10. Space Cowboy feat. Nadia Oh - Something 4 Weekend (Seamus Haji Remix)
11. Nowak feat. D'Layna - Stand Up (The Funkness Extended Mix)
12. Saudage Project - Love Is Gonna Get You (Cristian Marchi Main Mix)
13. Mr Timothy & Inaya Day - I Am Tha 1 (Original Mix)

Funky House Edition 2007 Volume 1 | Remastered

This is a re-worked and remastered version of Funky House Edition 2007 v1, which had been long lost.
Album : Funky House Edition 2007 v1
Genre : House, Disco, Funky
Year : 2007
Total Time : 01:19:49
1. Manyus & Dario Guida - Love Saves The Day (Love Panic Club Mix)
2. Warren Clarke pres. TBC - Movin Out (Original Mix)
3. Hott 22 - Satisfied (Remix)
4. Milk & Sugar - Has Your Man Got Soul (Timbalestics Remix)
5. Wawa & Herd feat. Amanda Wilson - The Right Way (Original Vocal Mix)
6. Ultra DJ's feat. TQ - Must Be The Music (Montoja Remix)
7. Mark Ronson feat. Amy Winehouse - Valerie (Andy Cato Pack Up And Dance Remix)
8. Groove Armada - Love Sweet Sound (Mark Knight & Funkagenda's A.H.B Mix)
9. Blackliquid feat. Ne'a Posey - Gotta Be Me (Ospina & Oscar P Remix)
10. Sergio Flores vs. Mitomi Tokoto - Hold On [That Piano Track] (Sergio Flores Vocal Mix)
11. Star Anise feat. Andrea Britton - When I Fall (Soul Bomb Deep Club Remix)
12. Candy Williams feat. Whiteside - Move On Up (Niko De Luka & Brown Sugar Remix)
13. Max The Voice - Bandit (Vocal Version)

Deep Edition 2007 Volume 1 [Remastered]

The Deep Edition 2007 v1 is the first in a series of house mixes that I will update frequently. The original series was called "Leftovers" but I decided to stay with the Party Favorz theme. You'll know the style based on the title.
For instance, "Deep" is laid back smooth house with a little alternative thrown in for good measure...nothing ever gets too loud though. "Funky" will be an upbeat shake-your-ass type of music that can include some Deep House.
That being said, here is the first of several from this new group. Enjoy!
Album : Deep Edition 2007 v1
Genre : Deep House, Progressive House, Techno, Soulful
Year : 2007
Total Time : 01:17:06
1. Billie Holiday - But Beautiful (Tony Humphries THP Remix)
2. DJ Tekin feat. Taclan - Save My Soul (Davidson Ospina & Oscar P Club Remix)
3. Gordon Chambers - Never Fall In Love (DJ Spinna Remix)
4. Justin Martin - Night Owl (Manoo & Franois A Remix)
5. Albert Cabrera feat. Alex Catana - Dig The Vibes (Original Mix)
6. Arnaud D & Frederic Grand - Lemon (Original Mix)
7. Empulse - American Idle (Morel Pink Noise Dub)
8. Michael Gray feat Steve Edwards - Somewhere Beyond (Alex Santos Remix)
9. Carolyn Harding - Be With You (DJ Man-X-Mix)
10. Roisin Murphy - Let Me Know (Joey Negro Vibe Mix)
11. Musiq Soulchild - Teachme (Darryl James 12'' Vocal Mix)

Everything But the Girl: From Indie Pop to Dance Icons — The Diva Series

In the often capricious world of music, bands come and go, leaving only ephemeral traces. But not Everything But The Girl. Founded in 1982 by Tracey Thorn and Ben Watt, the British duo has always been emblematic of a refined genre that fuses jazz, pop, and electronic music. For many years, they carved out their own niche, their music celebrated by a dedicated, though relatively small, fanbase. Then came Todd Terry and his remix of  "Missing," from their "Amplified Heart" album and suddenly Everything But The Girl was an overnight success 12 years in the making.
The Todd Terry remix of "Missing" was transformative, not just for the band but for the trajectory of dance music in general. There are songs that have the power to define an era, and "Missing" certainly belongs to this select group. This single track transformed EBTG from being a band that appealed to a niche audience to a staple in dance clubs and on the radio worldwide. It showcased the remarkable adaptability of Thorn and Watt's music for a whole new audience, repackaging their artistry in a way that resonated with fans of club music.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nuiYATFbUwQ
Diving into their foray into the dance realm, it's hard to overlook tracks like "Lullaby Of Clubland," reimagined by Ben Watt himself into a 'Summer Storm Remix.' It captures the essence of a languid, steamy summer night, eliciting that same kind of emotive response that EBTG has been known for. Similarly, "Five Fathoms," refashioned by Kevin Yost into the "Everything & A Groove" Mix, and "The Future Of The Future (Stay Gold)" with a Deep Dish Extended Mix, exemplify the band's seamless transition into the world of dance music. Both songs have a narrative depth, reimagined through transformative remixes that highlight the band's knack for storytelling through melody.
And then, of course, there's the song with two identities: "Tracey In My Room" and "Wrong." Both titles refer to the same musical base but were released as different remixes at different times. The Lazy Dog Bootleg Vocal Mix and Deep Dish 12" Remix highlight the duo's fluidity in adapting to different musical contexts without losing the essence of their artistic identity.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omJQVvKVQCk
And what about Driving with a Todd Terry Remix? It has the same transformative energy as "Missing," serving as another testament to the groundbreaking remix capabilities of DJs like Terry in taking a song from one genre and successfully crossing it into another.
I have to share an anecdote here that puts everything into perspective. Earlier this summer, a close friend who was relocating to New York asked for a new copy of an EBTG mix I'd made for her the previous year. In creating a new mix, I realized how this band had, in a way, inspired the creation of our Diva Hall of Fame channel. EBTG's influence is not just about the music or their journey into dance—it's also about the emotional resonance that persists long after the music has stopped.
So whether you're an aficionado of Ben Watt's Lazy Dog vibes, or someone who found solace in the rich discography of EBTG, their transformative journey from jazzy-pop artists to dancefloor staples mirrors the evolutions we all go through. It's about acknowledging where you come from, embracing change, and always, always looking toward the future.
Until the next time... ENJOY!
Donate and keep the party going!
Album : The Diva Series: Everything But The Girl
Genre : House, Deep House
Year : 2007
Total Time : 1:19:48
Track : 1
Title : Lullaby Of Clubland (Ben Watt Summer Storm Remix)
Length : 5:50
Track : 2
Title : Wrong (Deep Dish 12'' Remix)
Length : 8:53
Track : 3
Title : Temperamental (Ralphi Rosario Remix)
Length : 7:21
Track : 4
Title : Corcovado (Knee Deep Remix)
Length : 5:27
Track : 5
Title : Five Fathoms (Kevin Yost ''Everything & A Groove'' Mix)
Length : 5:27
Track : 6