Friday, September 30, 2022

COMING SOON! (EPISODE 9/30/22): "Love Me In The Moonlight (Lay Your Body Down)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Valentine French



COMING SOON! (EPISODE 9/30/22):
"Love Me In The Moonlight (Lay Your Body Down)"
- Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Valentine French

 

TONIGHT (PLAYLIST)

 



TONIGHT (PLAYLIST)

"Tonight" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Nightlife Unlimited

"Shake It Up Tonight" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Cheryl Lynn

 “Tonight" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Ronnie Jones

"Tonight's The Night" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes featuring Sharon Paige



Thursday, September 29, 2022

ReStructure Mix Update (9/29/22): “Hypnotic Tango” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – My Mine


My Mine is Carlo Malatesta, Danilo Rosati, Darren Hatch and Stefano Micheli – an early mark in Italo-disco during 1983. “Hypnotic Tango” is the breath behind the dance genre which became the move into electronic pulses and arrangements along with the melodic sweetness of disco music aura. Italo-disco became a new edge from innovative productions as this. The mild percolating sequencers guide the chorus which makes another alley for 80’s dance music. This classic does stand out in the execution which brings home the foundation for the Italian disco machine of the time.

I have taken the 12” vocal and instrumental of “Hypnotic Tango” and made a new set of steps for this ReStructure “Tango” Mix. A standard tango classic is matched and serves as the driving force behind this new remix.
 

DISCOPHONIC (PLAYLIST)


DISCOPHONIC (PLAYLIST)

"Popcorn" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Pop Cycles

"Tonite" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sho Nuff

“Nervous" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Triple G

"System" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Force Legato


 

Wednesday, September 28, 2022

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Hypnotic Tango" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - My Mine


NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Hypnotic Tango" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - My Mine

 

ReStructure Mix Update (9/28/22): “It’s My Turn” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Venus Dodson


Venus Dodson is a vocalist whose talent appeared in many disco classics as they were in the making – including Herbie Mann’s “Superman” and the project Phreek from 1978. Her first project titled “Night Rider” is one of the disco transition pieces vocally even though the sound of Patrick Adam’s resonates throughout each song. Venus takes her voice into a more relaxed delivery and makes each line a calming and assured verse. “Night Rider” is one of my top 10 picks of all-time. It is one of the perfect moments in pure disco music. “It’s My Turn” is from the same album and gives a mature breakup some words for closure. It has some wonderful riffs and also that calm and bluesy-like delivery which Venus makes her own.

I have taken the album version of “It’s My Turn” and realigned the pieces which make the track groove in this ReStructure Mix. New drums are used to bring the rhythm some new energy and Venus again is saluted as she deserves.
 

NIGHTS OF DISCO (PLAYLIST)



NIGHTS OF DISCO (PLAYLIST)

"Give Me Tonight" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Shannon

"The Night (La Noche)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Azul y Negro

“In The Middle Of The Knight" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Giorgio

"Shot In The Night" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Paul Parker


 

COMING SOON! (EPISODE 9/28/22): "No Regrets" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Amanda Lear



COMING SOON! (EPISODE 9/28/22):
"No Regrets" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Amanda Lear


 

Tuesday, September 27, 2022

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "It's My Turn" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Venus Dodson



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"It's My Turn" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Venus Dodson

 

FOUR SEASONS OF "DISCO" (PLAYLIST)



FOUR SEASONS OF "DISCO" (PLAYLIST)

"Hurricane" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Tapps

"Here Comes The Rain Again" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Eurythmics

“When The Rain Begins To Fall" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Jermaine Jackson and Pia Zadora

"Stormy Weather" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Viola Wills


 

ReStructure Mix Update (9/27/22): “Moody” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – ESG


ESG is Marie Scroggins, Renee Scroggins and Valerie Scroggins – a trio from South Bronx whose first album “Come Away With ESG” released in 1983. More of an experimental recording with several dance genres taking over their raw instrumental which present the underground dance feel of its time. “Moody” is one of the more recognizable pieces and is simply a drum groove with an early bass line of the house sound. The faint and distant vocal has been used in several house mixes and became one of the moments where a hall full of dancers was place in a hypnotic trance on the floor. This one truly has its own power and makes the point which the band intended.

I have taken the album version of “Moody” and reworked the message to a new ReStructure Mix. Adding some classic percussion from the Chicago/New York underground house movement which would soon follow. A guest vocal from the “King Of Soul” is also hosted in this new mix.
 

Monday, September 26, 2022

COMING SOON! (EPISODE 9/26/22): "Crazy Over You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Desire



COMING SOON! (EPISODE 9/26/22):
"Crazy Over You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Desire


 

Pieces Of ROSS (PLAYLIST)



Pieces Of ROSS (PLAYLIST)

"Pieces Of Ice" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Diana Ross

"It's My House" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Diana Ross

“Nobody Makes Me Crazy Like You Do" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Diana Ross

"Have Fun (Again) - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Diana Ross


 

Sunday, September 25, 2022

COMING SOON! (EPISODE 9/25/22): "Everybody's Got To Learn Sometime" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Brian Davis



COMING SOON! (EPISODE 9/25/22):
"Everybody's Got To Learn Sometime"
- Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Brian Davis

 

COMING SOON! (EPISODE 9/25/22): "Hypnotic Tango" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - My Mine



COMING SOON! (EPISODE 9/25/22):
"Hypnotic Tango" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - My Mine


 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Moody" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - ESG



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Moody" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - ESG

 

ReStructure Mix Update (9/25/22): “Love Is On The Way” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – The Duncan Sisters


ReStructure Mix Update (9/25/22): “Love Is On The Way” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – The Duncan Sisters

Helen and Phyllis Duncan are The Duncan Sisters - an unforgettable duo making the last days of disco memorable and hard to leave behind. The production from Three Hat Productions (THP Orchestra) recorded a rousing backdrop for these magic ladies powerful vocals. They can also be heard of the “THP 2” and Sticky Fingers projects. “Love Is On The Way” is a above the clouds number that not only exclaims the joy but explains it with the ladies quite eloquent performances – much that reminds us of the powerful of those groups like The Three Degrees. The horn section here is a striking celebration of a 20’s big band pounding out the energy. This one may be a filler piece from the project but still unforgettable.

I have taken the album version of “Love Is On The Way” and played with the commencing celebration in a new feel for this ReStructure Mix. New beats and the original bongo fills are used to dress up the piece for a few more surprises.

MOMENTUM IN MOTION (PLAYLIST)



    MOMENTUM IN MOTION (PLAYLIST)

"Two Of Hearts" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Stacey Q

"No, No, No" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Strange Affair

“With Your Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Donna Summer

"So Glad" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Pepper Watkins


 

COMING SOON! (EPISODE 9/25/22): "It's My Turn" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Venus Dodson



COMING SOON! (EPISODE 9/25/22):
"It's My Turn" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Venus Dodson

 

Saturday, September 24, 2022

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Love Is On The Way" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Duncan Sisters



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Love Is On The Way" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Duncan Sisters

 

ReStructure Mix Update (9/24/22): “Beat Of Love” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Chris Thompson


ReStructure Mix Update (9/24/22): “Beat Of Love” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Chris Thompson

Chris Thompson is vocalist from New Zealand whose past work includes Manfred Mann’s Earth Band and Alan Parsons Project. His single “Beat Of Love” from 1991is one of the highlights of the early morning set pieces. It was produced by Harold Faltermeyer of Munich disco sessions and plays out in a whirlpool of love and admiration to a relationship. The rock-edged vocal over the rolling bass sequencers and haunting breaks made this one a part of my program for after hours or simply a life-dance tape. It has Chris wailing a beautiful masculine outline and brings up to an early sunrise on any dance floor.

I have taken the 12” version of “Beat Of Love” and re-kindled the mood for this ReStructure Mix. More of the instrumental is placed in this mix to give way to the mystery and haunting unrest which is heard over and over.

SATURDAY NIGHT "FEVER" (PLAYLIST)



SATURDAY NIGHT "FEVER" (PLAYLIST)

"The Fever Rock" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Fever

"Pump It Up" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Fever

“Work Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Fever

"Beat Of The Night" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Fever


 

Friday, September 23, 2022

THOSE DISCO LADIES (PLAYLIST)



THOSE DISCO LADIES (PLAYLIST)

“Loose Lucy Is On The Loose” by Sabu – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Disco Lady" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Johnnie Taylor

“Crème De La Crème” by Waylon – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“She’s A Star” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Kano


 

Monday, September 19, 2022

BRAND D - DISCO (PLAYLIST)



BRAND D - DISCO (PLAYLIST)

"Vertigo" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Dan Hartman

"I'm Gonna Get Your Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Jade (alias Nancy Martin)

“Ah-Do It" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Beautiful Bend

"Love's Coming/Baby Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - USA European Connection


 

Sunday, September 18, 2022

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Beat Of Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Chris Thompson



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Beat Of Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Chris Thompson

 

ReStructure Mix Update (9/18/22): “All Of Me For All Of You” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – 9.9


9.9 are Leslie Jones, Margo Thunder and Wanda Perry – an r&b trio produced by Richard 'Dimples' Fields in the mid-80s. Their big pop-dance hit “All Of Me For All Of You” from 1985 is a memorable piece with the synthetic funk edge which slams vigorously along with the vocals from these gals. It is a love song full of emotions and also a few moments where the uplifting serenade takes on its own. This one was always a nice number during a funk set or early evening when the floor needed to be ignited.

I have taken the 12” vocal and dub of “All Of Me For All Of You” and re-funked the groove for this ReStructure Mix. There is a longer intro using the groove formulated by the bass guitars and some play with the beats to place this one back on the floor with more evidence of the winning sound it created during its time.
 

AZOTO DISCO (PLAYLIST)


AZOTO DISCO (PLAYLIST)

“Soft Emotion” by Azoto – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“San Salvador” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Azoto

"Havah Nagilah" by Azoto – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Anytime Or Place" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Azoto


 

Saturday, September 17, 2022

Disco Out-LIMEd! (PLAYLIST)



Disco Out-LIMEd! (PLAYLIST)

"Angel Eyes" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lime

"Your Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lime

“Babe, We're Gonna Love Tonight" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lime

"I'll Be Yours" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lime



 

Friday, September 16, 2022

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "All Of Me For All Of You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - 9.9

 



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"All Of Me For All Of You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - 9.9

The Man Behind "The Funk" (PLAYLIST)

 



The Man Behind "The Funk" (PLAYLIST)

"Don't You Want Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Jody Watley

"Pick Me Up" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Marz

"The Louder" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Peter Jacques Band

"Behind The Groove" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Teena Marie


Wednesday, September 14, 2022

Monday, September 5, 2022

ReStructure Mix Update (9/5/22): “Funky Celebration” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Queen Samantha


ReStructure Mix Update (9/5/22): “Funky Celebration” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Queen Samantha

Queen Samantha is producer Harry Chalkitis and vocalist Gloria Brooks. The concept band began in 1978 with their first project titled “The Letter” which included a cover of Box Tops 1967 rock-classic by the same name. The sound of Queen Samantha consisted of the falsetto lead painting a mood over Euro-disco and electronic arrangements. “Funky Celebration” is from the 1979 project “The Queen Samantha” and is the eclectic sound of disco in its finale 70s form. This one uses horns and a heavy percussion layer to move from rhythmic sessions to the verses and acapella verses. One of the iconic sounds for this fabulous group and another reason they will always be remembered.

I have taken the album version of “Funky Celebration” and realigned the wonderful horns and vocals for this ReStructure Mix. I have extended the vocalese pieces of the song and made use of a new exit where the energy attempts to slowly due down.

DISCO PREMIERE (PLAYLIST)



DISCO PREMIERE (PLAYLIST)

“Designer Music” by Lipps, Inc. – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Disco Duck” by Rick Dees & His Cast of Idiots – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Theme from “E.T. (The Extra Terrestrial)” by Denny Randell And Rockophonic Orchestra – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Falling In Love Again” by The Technos – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera



 

Sunday, September 4, 2022

DISCO-VENTURE! (PLAYLIST)



DISCO-VENTURE! (PLAYLIST)

“Hit!” by Tommy Seebach – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Cocoon" by Timerider - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Instant Love" by Sylvia Love - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"The Blue Danube Hustle" by Rice and Beans Orchestra - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera



 

Saturday, September 3, 2022

THE DISCO SHOW MUST GO ON! (PLAYLIST)



THE DISCO SHOW MUST GO ON! (PLAYLIST)

“The Greatest Show On Earth” by Metropolis - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Hooray For Hollywood” by The Coney Island Chorus Girls – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Hot Shot” by Karen Young – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Le Spank” by La Pamplemousse – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera



 

Friday, September 2, 2022

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Funky Celebration" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Queen Samantha



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Funky Celebration" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Queen Samantha

 

ReStructure Mix Update (9/2/22): “Goddess Of Love” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Soif de la Vie


Soif de la Vie is Christian Krusch, Helmut Wittler, Leo Walter, and Oliver Hardt – a German high energy project from 1984. Their single “Goddess Of Love” became the staple for high energy dance music of the period. The rolling syntheses and heavy jungle drum beats are the pinnacle master of disco music. The theme is sung by vocalist Rosary in a wicked delivery where she gives out the message from her thrown. This one is a fast moving and rhythmic adventure and is no wonder why it was such a favorite in the wee-hours of those big dance palaces.

I have taken the original 12” vocal and instrumental of “Goddess of Love” and re-tamed the track with a new intro for this ReStructure Mix. There are more breakdowns at the fade and again the vocals that rage among the dance floor.
 

Matinée (PLAYLIST)



Matinée (PLAYLIST)

"Catch Me (I'm Falling In Love)" by Marsha Raven - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Dance Until You Drop" by Ritz - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Dragster” by Amazing Bingo Band – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“I’m A Big Freak (R-U-1-2)” by Patrick Adams presents PHREEK – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera



 

Thursday, September 1, 2022

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Goddess Of Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Soif de la Vie



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Goddess Of Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Soif de la Vie


 

dance parody (PLAYLIST)



dance parody (PLAYLIST)

“Mah-Nah-Mah-Nah” by Lipstique – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Upside Down" by Vanessa - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Big T" by Matt's Fantasy Club - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"La Cage Aux Folles" by Le Jeté - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera



 

ReStructure Mix Update (9/1/22): “Space” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Viola Wills


Viola Wills is a disco legend who made dance floors not only recognize a fitting voice for the dance floor but also the number of times she struck more than a chord. Her hits include many cover versions with a dance arrangement including her big 1980 classic of Gordon Lightfoot’s “If You Could Read My Mind”. Viola took many different turns throughout her recording career but always remained faithful to the dance floor. “Space” is a track from her 1983 project by the same name – it was produced by Viola and her husband Robert Ashmun. The question here is how much we know of the relationships we work at and a rule of law where time apart creates growth also. The arrangement is much like a Broadway number which reaches several heights and gives off a chorus of bold believers.

I have taken the 12” versions of “Space” and laid out the song for a new ReStructure Mix. The intro is a longer fade in with some added percussion and more of the dub-like feel for this fast moving 80’s dance number.
 

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