Month: November 2022

Popular Disco Songs Remixed & Reimagined — Thank God It’s Disco Volume 8

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We have finally arrived at the grand finale of the ‘Thank God It’s Disco‘ series, and volume 8 offers a richly packed 4-hour set. This compilation provides an appealing mix of familiar favorites and rare gems among popular disco songs, each carefully remastered for today’s audience.

A standout track in this volume is Chemise’s “She Can’t Love,” an underground masterpiece from 1982. Its catchy riff might ring a bell due to its frequent sampling over the years. Purple Disco Machine meticulously remastered this classic, keeping its original charm intact while adding a touch of their disco-funk signature style.

Another treasure among popular disco songs is “New York Moving” by Ahzz, given a fresh lease of life by DJ Disco Cat. The version included here is not only polished for enhanced sound quality, but also rearranged to create a more immersive listening experience.

No collection of popular disco songs is complete without a tribute to the French band Ottawan and their iconic hit “D.I.S.C.O.” Originating in 1979, this song has been sampled numerous times, even being covered by N-Trance and The Young Professionals. An interesting piece of trivia is that one of the song’s authors, Daniel Vangarde, is the father of Thomas Bangalter, one half of the legendary French house duo Daft Punk.

This eighth volume of the series is released with a heavy heart, marking the recent passing of Irene Cara, the phenomenal singer behind the theme songs of 1980s hits like “Fame” and “Flashdance…What A Feeling.” Cara, whose powerful voice and infectious energy left an indelible mark on disco, passed away at 63. This final volume is dedicated to her memory and her contribution to popular disco songs. Irene Cara Escalera (March 18, 1959 – November 25, 2022), may you rest in peace.

Until the next time…ENJOY!

Album: Thank God It’s Disco Vol. 8
Artists: Various
Genre: Disco
Length: 04:07:31

1. Sister Sledge – He’s The Greatest Dancer (Dimitri From Paris Remix)

2. Freeez – I.O.U. (Dr Packer Extended Remix)

3. Chemise – She Can’t Love You (Purple Disco Machine Extended Mix)

4. Human League – Don’t You Want Me (Purple Disco Machine Extended Remix)

5. Lime – Babe, We’re Gonna Love Tonight (Barry Harris 2022 Directors Cut)

6. Sheila B Devotion – Spacer (Disco Incorporated Mix)

7. Chic vs. Deee-lite – Le Freak (Extended Mix)

8. Sister Sledge – Thinking Of You (DJ Louie Lou Redited 2022)

9. Patrice Rushen – Forget Me Nots (Jet Boot Jack Remix)

10. Tavares – Heaven Must Be Missing An Angel (Dirty Disco & Matt Consola Classic Rework)

11. Bonnie Pointer – Heaven Must Have Sent You (Ministry Of Funk Live Disco Mix)

12. Rod Stewart – Da Ya Think I’m Sexy (Danny Darko Extended Mix)

13. Patrick Hernandez – Born To Be Alive (Dirty Disco & Matt Consola Classic Rework)

14. Karen Young – Hot Shot (Jet Boot Jack Remix)

15. Ahzz – New York Moving (Party Favorz Re-edit)

16. Bee Gees – More Than A Woman (DJ Meme Definitive Mix)

17. Alicia Bridges – I Love The Nightlife (Disco ‘Round) (Ministry Of Funk Back 2 Disco Mix)

18. The Brothers Johnson – Strawberry Letter #23 (Adri Block x Bronx Cheer Clubmix)

19. Barry White – It’s Ecstasy When You Lay Down Next To Me (Risk Assessment Mix)

20. Carl Carlton – She’s A Bad Mama Jama (Disco Incorporated Shaking Bass Mix)

21. Tom Tom Club – Genius Of Love (Powerhouse Remix)

22. Chic – Chic Cheer (Re-Tide & Steff Extended Mix)

23. Stevie Wonder – I Wish (Block & Crown Extended Mix)

24. Yvonne Elliman – If I Can’t Have You (Block & Crown x Paul Parsons Mix)

25. Rolling Stones – Miss You (Block & Crown x Lissat Extended Mix)

26. Frankie Valli – Grease (Block & Crown Mix)

27. Andy Gibb – Shadow Dancing (Block & Crown Mix)

28. KC & The Sunshine Band – I’m Your Boogie Man (Peyruis Extended Mix)

29. Jimmy ‘Bo’ Horne – Dance Across The Floor (Tom Somerville Club Edit)

30. Bee Gees – You Should Be Dancin’ (Jet Boot Jack Remix)

31. Peaches & Herb – Shake Your Groove Thing (Block & Crown Shakin Mix)

32. Michael Jackson – Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough (Block & Crown x Lissat Mix)

33. Gibson Brothers – Que Sera Mi Vida (If You Should Go) (Lissat Mix)

34. Chic – Good Times (Ghostbusterz Mix)

35. Dan Hartman – VertigoRelight My Fire (Barry Harris Director’s Cut 2022 Remix)

36. OSIBISA – Sunshine Day (Nari Mix)

37. Instant Funk – I Got My Mind Made Up (Barry Harris 2022 Full Mix)

38. Donna Summer – Hot Stuff (Bob Musella Mix)

39. Anita Ward – Ring My Bell (Crazibiza, Lokee & Stefane Remix)

40. Don Ray – Got To Have More Loving (Nari x Stylus Robb Mix)

41. Donna Summer – I Feel Love (Disco Gurls Extended Mix)

42. Irene Cara – Flashdance (What A Feeling) (Block & Crown x Maickel Telussa Club Mix)

43. Village People – YMCA (Lissat Mix)

44. Dynasty – Love In The Fast Lane (Paul Parsons x Adri Block Mix)

45. Donna Summer – Last Dance (Block & Crown, Paul Parsons x Lissat Mix)

Best Disco Tunes Remixed & Reimagined Thank God It’s Disco Volume 7

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Since the launch of the sixth volume of ‘Thank God It’s Disco,’ fans have eagerly awaited the next iteration. Party Favorz has been diligently curating a fresh collection of the best disco tunes for over a year, and we are excited to announce not just one, but two forthcoming releases.

For those new to this journey, the ‘Thank God It’s Disco’ series is a carefully curated compilation of the best disco tunes from the 70s and 80s. These classics have been intricately remixed, reimagined, or subtly updated to align with contemporary musical tastes, while faithfully preserving the essence of the original track. It’s not rare for us to feature different versions of the same song, remixed by various DJ/producers, each bringing their unique perspective to the remix. Although there might be some unintentional duplications by the same artist, these are rare and typically occur due to a re-release appearing in my DJ Pool without prior knowledge of its previous inclusion.

The upcoming volume is filled with lesser-known classics, exciting the most ardent disco enthusiasts. You may discover that the rhythm of many tracks has been sampled and used in other songs from the 90s or even more recent hits. Even for a seasoned disco aficionado like me, the joy of recognizing these reused beats in newer compositions is always surprising and rewarding.

For instance, “She Can’t Love You” by Chemise, featured in volume 8 of this series, is a great example. This underground house classic from the early 80s was the inspiration for Sean Biddle’s “Get Up and Dance” in the early millennium. Now, Purple Disco Machine has remixed the original, spotlighting it in all its 80s synth glory. These unexpected remixes are like a pleasant shock to the system, revealing the depth of crate-digging these DJs must undertake to discover these gems.

The age of these best disco tunes should not deter anyone from enjoying their infectious charm. Many of these songs form the backbone of today’s hits, such as Beyonce’s “Renaissance.” Furthermore, these tracks have been carefully updated and optimised for today’s listeners, ensuring their relevance and enjoyment.

So, prepare to reignite your passion for D-I-S-C-O with these masterfully reimagined best disco tunes. It’s time to hit the dance floor and ENJOY!

Album: Thank God It’s Disco Vol. 7
Artists: Various
Genre: Disco
Length: 04:07:38

1. Bohannon – Let’s Start To Dance Again (Dimitri From Paris Extended Mix)

2. First Choice – Doctor Love (Barry Harris 2022 Club Remix)

3. Peech Boys – Don’t Make Me Wait (Dr Packer & Michael Gray Remix)

4. Chas Jankel – Glad To Know You (Barry Harris 2022 Remix)

5. LaBelle – Lady Marmalade (Jay-K’s Rework)

6. Peter Brown – Dance With Me (Andy Buchan Extended Mix)

7. Hot Chocolate – Every 1’s A Winner (Boogie Hill Faders Remix)

8. The Spinners – The Rubberband Man (Block & Crown x Paul Parsons Clubmix)

9. Bee Gees – Stayin’ Alive (Disco Gurls Extended Mix)

10. Lipps Inc. – Funkytown (GhostMasters Extended Mix)

11. Kano – It’s A War (Purple Disco Machine & Lorenz Rhode Remix)

12. Sheryl Lee Ralph – In The Evening (Dr Packer Remix)

13. Earth, Wind & Fire – Let’s Groove (Danny Darko Extended Mix)

14. Sylvester – You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real) (Barry Harris 2022 Alt Intro Remix)

15. Bionic Boogie – Risky Changes (Re-Tide & Steff Extended Mix)

16. Chaka Khan & Whitney Houston – I’m Every Woman (Barry Harris 2022 Remix)

17. McFadden & Whitehead – Aint No Stoppin Us Now (Barry Harris Directors Cut 2022 Remix)

18. Stevie Wonder – Superstition (Jet Boot Jack Remix)

19. George Benson – Give Me The Night (Jet Boot Jack Remix)

20. The Jacksons – Blame It On The Boogie (Kenny Summit & James Jordan Rollerskaters Anthem)

21. Sharon Redd – Can You Handle It (Luca’s Trip Mix)

22. Stephanie Mills – I Never Knew Love Like This Before (Disco Gurls Extended Mix)

23. Stephanie Mills – What Cha Gonna Do With My Lovin’ (Block & Crown Extended Mix)

24. Inner Life – I’m Caught Up (In A One Night Love Affair) (Paul Parsons x Bronx Cheer Mix)

25. Jackie Moore – This Time Baby (Dirty Disco & Matt Consola Classic Rework)

26. Gibson Brothers – Cuba (Secret Weapon Mix)

27. Ashford & Simpson – Found A Cure (Barry Harris 2022 Remix)

28. The Jacksons – Can You Feel It (Steve Tosi Club Mix)

29. Indeep – Last Night A D.J. Saved My Life (Smeddles More Ass Extended Mix)

30. Kool & The Gang – Get Down On It (Disco Gurls Extended Mix)

31. Oliver Cheatham – Get Down Saturday Night (Mood Funk Beat)

32. Cheryl Lynn – Got To Be Real (GhostMasters Extended Mix)

33. Chic – I Want Your Love (Dimitri From Paris Remix Remastered)

34. Evelyn ”Champagne” King – Shame (Barry Harris 2022 Remix)

35. D.C. LaRue – Let Them Dance (Opolopo Remix)

36. Debbie Jacobs – Don’t You Want My Love (Lissat Mix)

37. Stephanie Mills – The Medicine Song (AIMES Edit)

38. Gene Chander – Get Down (Kristoff MX Mix)

39. Love Unlimited Orchestra – Love’s Theme (Disco Incorporated Mix)

40. Bill Withers – Lovely Day (Attenboro Edit)

41. Blondie – Heart Of Glass (Ministry Of Funk Remix)

42. The Tramps – Disco Inferno (Jude & Frank x Lucky Vegas x Redeem Mashup)

43. Kool & The Gang – Ladies Night (Discotron & HP Vince Nu Disco Mix)

44. Michael Zager Band – Let’s All Chant (Softmal & Nytron Mix)

45. Front Page feat. Sharon Redd – Love Insurance (Alien Disco Sugar Strings Of Love Edit)

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