Month: June 2009

Beach House 2009 | Volume 1

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With the kickoff of the Beach House series, I’d have to say that the summer parties have begun!  After pouring through hundreds of promos, my ears started to bleed.  There is no shortage of girls or girl groups with thin voices disguised as the “vocal enhancer” technology that is so overused in today’s music.  Hell, even Mariah employed it on her latest lame-ass single “Obsessive”.  Frankly, these labels don’t even need talent anymore, just some hot chicks and wannabe rappers who are more than willing to pimp themselves out for their fifteen minutes and you got yourself a record.  The more you pump out, the more likely you’re going to stumble on a hit.  Such is the case with the Paradiso Girls’ “Patron Tequila”.  Don’t get me wrong, songs like that are a lot of fun, but realistically, it just doesn’t cost the labels that much to put something like this out.  So, after going through all the promos, I had to make decisions about what’s hot and what’s not.  Otherwise, you would end up with three mixes of songs that all pretty much sound the same.  Instead, I mixed in some harder electro and underground tunes that might otherwise not ever see the light of day.  I then sprinkled some progressive tunes that were lost due to the deletion of the System Edition, and what you end up with is something that’s fresh and funky and contains enough variety to keep you interested.  Hey, I’m not tooting my horn, but I knocked these three mixes out from 3:30 AM Saturday til 1:00 Sunday afternoon.  The end result is freaking smoking!

Personal favorites include the Noisettes’ “Don’t Upset the Rhythm”, DBN and Madita’s “Asteroids”, Beyonce’s “Sweet Dreams”, EliZe’s “Can’t You Fee It”, Lal Meri’s “Bad Things”, The Kahile Project’s “Magic Carpet” no that’s not a remake of the 90s Bardeaux classic and Riva’s “For How Long”.

I’ve got two more to bring to you by Friday and I’ll follow up next week with the T-Dance version of Beach House.  Though hot, the weather has been amazing since yesterday with clear blue skies, light breeze, cool mornings, and most importantly smog!  I’m hoping it can sustain this through the Fourth of July weekend, but likely not.

Anywho, I’ll try to get back tomorrow with part 2 of this mix.  Until then…Enjoy!

Album : Beach House 2009 v1 
Genre : Electro, House, Progressive
Year : 2009
Total Time : 1:26:20:00
  1. Michelle Williams – Lucky Girl (Matthias Heilbronn Club Mix)
  2. Paradiso Girls feat. Lil Jon & Eve – Patron Tequila (Bimbo Jones Club Mix)
  3. The Saturdays – Work (Cahill Club Mix)
  4. Noisettes – Don’t Upset The Rhythm (Dave Aude Club Mix)
  5. DBN feat. Madita – Asteroidz (Sultan & Ned Shepard Remix)
  6. Beyonce – Sweet Dreams (Steve Pitron & Max Sanna Club Mix)
  7. Sean Kingston – Fire Burning (Jody den Broeder Club Mix)
  8. EliZe – Can’t You Feel It (Original Club Mix)
  9. Lal Meri – Bad Things (Morgan Page Dirty Remix)
  10. TV Rock feat. Rudy – In the Air (Axwell Remix)
  11. Cascada – Evacuate The Dancefloor (Cahill Remix)
  12. The Khalife Project – Magic Carpet (Long Ride Mix)
  13. Keri Hilson feat. Ne-Yo – Knock You Down (Bimbo Jones Club Mix)
  14. Riva – For How Long (Original Mix)
  15. Loose Change feat. Donna – I Need Your Love (Rivaz Sax Remix)

A Deep Dive into Freemasons Volume 2

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 Let’s immerse ourselves in the sensational world of Freemasons, the venerated architects behind some of the most iconic House tracks we know today. Their musical ingenuity became evident with the release of their 2007 album “Shakedown,” which they followed with the equally captivating “Shakedown II.” If you think the Freemasons are only about remixes, think again; their portfolio houses unreleased jewels that hint at their broader musical agenda.

My own passion for club music was reignited by the Freemasons, a force that restored my faith after I heard “Mesmerized” by Faith Evans at a local bar. Truly, they are the reason this blog exists, and the creative geniuses who reinvigorated a sense of musical wonder in so many like myself.

But enough about me—let’s talk about their career milestones. Their expansive repertoire ranges from the invigorating “Pjanoo” by Eric Prydz to the emotionally stirring “In My Mind” by Heather Headley. If you’re in the mood for something electrifying, you can’t go wrong with their outstanding remix of Beyonce’s “Deja Vu” or “Heartbreak (Make Me A Dancer) by Sophie Ellis-Bextor.”

Freemasons’ artistry transcends mere remixing. Their masterful integration of vocals and instrumentation has turned original tracks into anthems. They have given their signature touch to chart-busting numbers like “Watchin’ with Amanda Wilson” and even breathed life into classics like “Here Comes The Rain Again” by Eurythmics whose lead singer Annie Lennox graces our Diva Hall of Fame.

Beyond remixes, they’ve also collaborated with other prominent musicians, bringing a unique twist to each partnership. For example, their work on Disco classic “Love Sensation ’06” by Loleatta Holloway showcases their ability to blend their contemporary style with classic dance rhythms.

In summation, Freemasons have sculpted a monumental space for themselves in the realm of House music. They’re not just remixers; they are bona fide musical maestros whose work transcends genres and eras, serving as both an inspiration and a standard for aspiring musicians.

For those who are eagerly waiting, be prepared for more exhilarating mixes that capture the spirit of Gay Pride from our various releases this season. Let’s celebrate life, love, and dance music at all the pride events happening around the globe. I’m certain Freemasons will be headlining one of them.

Until the next time…ENJOY!

Album : Catching Up with Freemasons
Genre : Dance, House, Funky
Year : 2009
Total Time : 2:06:22.00

1. Pjanoo – Eric Prydz

2. Deja Vu – Beyonce

3. Heartbreak (Make Me A Dancer) – with Sophie Ellis-Bextor

4. When You Touch Me – with Katherine Ellis

5. Uninvited – Alanis Morissette

6. Ring The Alarm – Beyonce

7. In My Mind – Heather Headley

8. Lovin’ You More (That Big Track) – Steve Mac vs. Mosquito feat. Steve Smith

9. C’mon Get It On – Studio B

10. Disco Lies – Moby

11. Here Comes The Rain Again – Eurythmics

12. If – with Hazel Fernandes

13. Watchin’ – with Amanda Wilson

14. Love Sensation ’06 – Loleatta Holloway

15. Sandcastle Disco – Solange

16. The One – Kylie Minogue

17. (Don’t) Give Hate A Chance – Jamiroquai

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