Thursday, February 29, 2024

WHAT IS "HI-NRG"? (PLAYLIST)



WHAT IS "HI-NRG"? (PLAYLIST)

"Casanova Action" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Latin Lover

"Magnifique Part I" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Magnifique

"Another Boy In Town" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Two Girls

"Rofo's Theme" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rofo

 

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Baby Dancer" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Carrara


NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Baby Dancer" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Carrara

ReStructure Mix Update (2/28/24):”Stop The Music” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Gregg Diamond’s Bionic Boogie

 


Gregg Diamond gave the 70’s a lesson in funky fantasy. His beautiful and band influenced recordings gave way to the lush sounds of disco in an early period. His recordings with Andrea True Connection (“More, More, More”, “N.Y. You Got Me Dancing”) are the embryo stages of his talent in creating disco music with his style. “Stop The Music” is from his first Bionic Boogie project from 1977 and this session features vocals from Gwen Guthrie and Ullanda McCullough. The uplifting messages that disco music evoked are felt in this number and also Diamond’s touch in blending phrases and musical influences. I always heard his music as a groovy edge with the disco flare added.

I have taken the album version of “Stop The Music” and recreated the message in this new ReStructure Mix. There is a new drum beat pounding out the moments of acceleration and the magic of the voices piecing into our souls the positive affirmations of the disco dance floor.

ReStructure Mix Update (2/28/24):”If U Want My Love” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Dionne


ReStructure Mix Update (2/28/24):”If U Want My Love” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Dionne

Dionne (Beryl Dionne Warren) is a club artist recording from the late 80’s throughout 2009. Her releases always have one common trait – her beautiful voice and sensual delivery. “If U Want My Love” is her 1991 release produced by Andrew Komis. This track is presented in 3 versions in the garage house tradition and along with the flowing vocal made this one a top 10 hit in my club during its release. Each segment of the production is stripped raw and pumped with percussion and bass in that garage flair. With the house era moving into a more pop realm this is the sound that helped make the club sound noticeable.

I have taken the 12” versions of “If U Want My Love” and used the powerful elements of each to renew this beauty for a ReStructure Mix. The bass keyboards provide a new segue for the base of this new arrangement along with a few new breaks and movements into Dionne’s lovely vocal.

HEART SHAPED DANCE FLOOR (PLAYLIST)

 



HEART SHAPED DANCE FLOOR (PLAYLIST)

"I Just Keep Thinking About You Baby" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Tata Vega

"More Than A Woman" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bee Gees

"(Together In) Electric Dreams" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Giorgio Moroder and Phillip Oakley

"I'm Attached To You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Masquerade


Tuesday, February 27, 2024

DMR (DANCE MUSIC REPORT) MAGAZINE May 1983 Vol. 6 Issue 9

DMR (DANCE MUSIC REPORT) MAGAZINE
May 1983 Vol. 6 Issue 9









 

COMING SOON! (EDITION 2/27/24): "Be Your Man" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Jesse Johnson's Revue



COMING SOON! (EDITION 2/27/24): "Be Your Man" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Jesse Johnson's Revue

 

MOTION MATINEE (PLAYLIST)



MOTION MATINEE (PLAYLIST)

“La Bamba” by Antonia Rodriguez – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Young Boy” by Life, Love and Liberty – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“The Year Of The Cat” by Ebony – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Macchina Nera” by Scala – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

ReStructure Mix Update (2/27/24):”I’ve Got Faith In You” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Cheryl Lynn


Cheryl Lynn is one of the great voices of soul, disco and inspirational music. There was an impact of her presence in the late 70’s not only with a disco hit but also as a unique voice and delivery. Her second project titled “In Love” is a session which gives her pipes range experimental boundaries. Along with producer Barry Blue does this recording make history as proof to the talent this woman possesses. “I’ve Got Faith In You” was written by Bobby Caldwell (“What You Won’t Do For Love”) and is a statement for Cheryl in more ways than one. The track is worked with a rhythm bass guitar and opens up many exciting moments for this diva. One of my many favorites from this project and from the lady herself with a nice impact delivered with her own style.

I have taken the album version of “I’ve Got Faith In You” and was thrilled to piece this one over again for a ReStructure Mix. There is a new beat track to pump up some of the segments for the new arrangement and a breakdown for an exit.
 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Stop The Music" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gregg Diamond's Bionic Boogie


NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Stop The Music" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix
- Gregg Diamond's Bionic Boogie

Monday, February 26, 2024

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "I've Got Faith In You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Cheryl Lynn



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"I've Got Faith In You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Cheryl Lynn

 

ReStructure Mix Update (2/26/24):”Sweet Talk” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Robin Beck


Robin Beck is a singer from Brooklyn, New York who began her career as a backing vocalist for Melissa Manchester, Chaka Khan and Leo Sayer. Her solo career began in 1979 with her project titled “Sweet Talk” – produced by Kenny Lehman (Lemon, Rhetta Hughes, and Quinella). The title single was big release during a period where disco music was reaching the edge of its peak. This track tells the story of a manipulating lover who takes control with a soft approach – “sweet talk”. Robin performs the piece soulfully and with much of her vocal talent as you may hear developed in session recordings. The song is a favorite among the disco audiophiles who followed the trajectory of disco music as this piece is much more of a lower bpm mover.

I have taken the 12’ version of “Sweet Talk” and recreated a new outline for the song in this ReStructure Mix. An added percussion track guides the existing bass lines and strings into a whole new delicate experience.
 

lear-ness: AMANDA LEAR (PLAYLIST)



lear-ness: AMANDA LEAR (PLAYLIST)

"Darkness and Light" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Amanda Lear

"No Regrets" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Amanda Lear

"Mother, Look What They've Done To Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Amanda Lear

"Follow Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Amanda Lear


 

Sunday, February 25, 2024

COMING SOON! (EDITION 2/25/24): "Happy Together" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Terms of Surrender



COMING SOON! (EDITION 2/25/24):
"Happy Together" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Terms of Surrender

 

COMING SOON! (EDITION 2/25/24): "In Private" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Dusty Springfield



COMING SOON! (EDITION 2/25/24):
"In Private" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Dusty Springfield

 

importe 12" (PLAYLIST)



importe 12" (PLAYLIST)

"All Night Long" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - B.B. and Band

"Hot Jungle" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Slip

"Summer Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lipstick

"Show Your Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Kiwi and Tess


 

Saturday, February 24, 2024

COMING SOON! (SPECIAL 90'S EDITION 2/24/24): "If U Want My Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Dionne



COMING SOON! (SPECIAL 90'S EDITION 2/24/24):
"If U Want My Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Dionne

 

DISCO AT DUSK (PLAYLIST)



DISCO AT DUSK (PLAYLIST)

“Poupée Flash” by Première Classe – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Drive” by Paul Parker – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Hasta La Vista” by T- Series – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Reap The Wild Wind” by Ultravox – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

 

Friday, February 23, 2024

and the beat FOR THE FEET (PLAYLIST)


and the beat FOR THE FEET (PLAYLIST)

"And The Beat Goes On" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Orbit featuring Carol Hall

"And Love Goes On" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Earth Wind & Fire

"On The Beat" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The B. B. & Q. Band

"And The Beat Goes On" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Whispers


 

Thursday, February 22, 2024

dancing in the DARK (PLAYLIST)



dancing in the DARK (PLAYLIST)

"Frantic Love" by Eastbound Expressway - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Let The Good Times Roll” by Fern Kinney - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Stand Up - Sit Down" by AKB - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"The Boys Come To Town" by Earlene Bentley - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Sweet Talk" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Robin Beck



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Sweet Talk" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Robin Beck

 

ReStructure Mix Update (2/21/24):”Love Has Come Around” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Donald Byrd and 125th Street NYC

 


Donald Byrd and 125th Street NYC is a session featuring Donald Byrd, Eric Hines, Ronnie Garrett and William Duckett. Their big dance club hit from 1981 titled “Love Has Come Around” is one of the Paradise Garage classics and is also assisted by the great Isaac Hayes who produced. The dreamy funk style piece is one that exudes the early 80’s dance floor with the soulful vocal and chorus along with the groove that moved those underground clubs non-stop during the period. This piece can be considered a soul/funk anthem at least – but when you analyze and repeated listens you can feel it deserves much more of its own genre.

I have taken the vocal and instrumental of the 12” version of “Love Has Come Around” and worked to place it among a new sound in this ReStructure Mix. A new tribal like drum track is added to give it more of a deeper feel below its existing powerhouse sound.

Wednesday, February 21, 2024

THE "EYES" HAVE IT (PLAYLIST)



THE "EYES" HAVE IT (PLAYLIST)

"Eye Contact" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Casanova

“Eyes” by Donna Summer – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Oriental Eyes" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix -Rewind

“Blind Vision” by Blancmange – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

Tuesday, February 20, 2024



COMING SOON! (EDITION 2/20/24):
"Lost In Music" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sister Sledge

 

DISCO LOUNGE (PLAYLIST)



DISCO LOUNGE (PLAYLIST)

"J'ai Deux Amours (Two Loves Have I)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Phylicia Allen

"Breakout" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Swing Out Sister

"First Time Ever" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Joanna Law

"Valparaiso" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Paula Moore


 

Monday, February 19, 2024

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Love Has Come Around" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Donald Byrd and 125th Street NYC



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Love Has Come Around" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix
- Donald Byrd and 125th Street NYC

 

ReStructure Mix Update (2/19/24):”Falling In Love Again” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – The Technos


The Technos are Bev Sage and Steve Fairnie – an 80’s electronic band whose presence on the dance floor was unique and shimmering experience thanks to ingenuity and their approach in general. “Falling In Love Again” is a cover of the Marlena Dietrich song from the 1930 film, “The Blue Angel” and their version released in 1985 and produced by Phil Harding. Their energetic take on the vamp song is one of the most exciting covers and also includes a few low-samples of the film and also some wonderful riffs. The lead vocal is played out with total camp as it should be and the rest is history,

I have taken the 12” version of the Technos “Falling In Love Again” and reworked the original elements into a new ReStructure Mix. The beats and bass are separated in parts to represent a new arrangement and some breakdowns added to give new excitement.
 

COMING SOON! (EDITION 2/19/24): "High On The Boogie" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Stargard



COMING SOON! (EDITION 2/19/24):
"High On The Boogie" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Stargard

 

music MOMENTUM (PLAYLIST)



music MOMENTUM (PLAYLIST)

"Music" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - M.A. 3

"Music Makes My Night" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Madleen Kane

"Life Is Music" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Ritchie Family

"The Pleasure of The Music" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Ester B.


 

Sunday, February 18, 2024

DISCO THEATER (PLAYLIST)



DISCO THEATER (PLAYLIST)

“Sunset People” by Donna Summer - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Future World" by Ganymed - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Passion” by The Flirts - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“I Cry For You” by Bobby “O” – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Falling In Love Again" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Technos



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Falling In Love Again" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Technos

 

Saturday, February 17, 2024

ReStructure Mix Update (2/17/24):”No More No War” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Mirage


Mirage is Donald Todd Canedy who created several Euro-disco singles during the mid and late 80’s. “No More No War” was released in 1985 and produced by Pepone. This statement on the human battles that our planet has endured and how there is no longer desired is a strong theme and works well in the powerful drum tracks and deep bass synthesizers pumping out the energy. This single is one of the most exciting club tracks of the period and is a favorite among club jocks and dance music enthusiasts. The electronic production is complemented well this hard edged chants and the swirling bridge.

I have taken the 12” version of “No More No War” and remapped the original pieces into a new ReStructure Mix. The drum patterns are reedited for a new experience and an extended arrangement with the verses and the pounding choruses.
 

love and the beat (PLAYLIST)



love and the beat (PLAYLIST)

“Love Pains” by Yvonne Elliman – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Always Something There To Remind Me" by Viola Wills - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Evergreen" by Hazell Dean - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Always On My Mind” by Pet Shop Boys – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

Friday, February 16, 2024

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "No More, No War" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Mirage



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"No More, No War" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Mirage

 

ReStructure Mix Update (2/16/24):”Let It In (Rock)” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Caution


ReStructure Mix Update (2/16/24):”Let It In (Rock)” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Caution

Caution is a disco project from Jorge Barreiro and Roy Bermingham. This appropriately moving track is homage to the 70’s rock sound with the distorted guitars pouring out energy during the breaks. The vocal sounds a bit like “Leather Tuscadaro (Suzy Quatro)” to me – but works well with the edgy rock sound placed over the disco bass line and beats. This one may have been the introduction as the early 80’s as it became a more experimental time for dance music. This single from 1980 is a definite stamp of the time period and a moment of sheer genius on the Roy B. Record label.

I have taken the 12” vocal and instrumental versions of “Let It In (Rock)” and rewired the electric guitars for this ReStructure Mix. The new intro uses the awesome bass track to bring the “party’ in with some new gasoline.

SPACE CASE (PLAYLIST)



SPACE CASE (PLAYLIST)

“Lost Angeles” by Giorgio – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Invasion” by Patrick Cowley - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Pistolero” by Bombers – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
https://youtu.be/sf2hyIRb1hI

“Space Trouble” by Why Not – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

Thursday, February 15, 2024

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Let It In (Rock)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Caution



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Let It In (Rock)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Caution
 

COMING SOON!: "Baby Dancer" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Carrara



COMING SOON!:
"Baby Dancer" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Carrara

 

TES-TI-FY! (PLAYLIST)



TES-TI-FY! (PLAYLIST)

"Choir Practice" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lipps Inc.

"No Frills Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Jennifer Holliday

"Jesus Christ Superstar" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Champagne Explosion

"I Was Born This Way" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Carl Bean


 

Wednesday, February 14, 2024

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Shake" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bombers



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Shake" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bombers


 

ReStructure Mix Update (2/14/24):”Excitable” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Amazulu


Amazulu is a British reggae ensemble from the mid-80’s featuring Rose Minor, Annie Ruddock, Clare Kenny, Lesley Beach, Margo Sagov and Nardo Bailey. Their 1985 single “Excitable” is from the self-titled album release and was their most successful in this genre. The steel; drums, horns and lead vocal make this track a nice celebratory number which always brings good vibes to the heart and feet to the dance floor.

I have taken the 12” version of “Excitable” and reworked the percussion of this dance number into a new ReStructure Mix. A longer intro with flat house beats introduces the song in a new way.
 

80'S LOVE REALM (PLAYLIST)



80'S LOVE REALM (PLAYLIST)

"Wood Beez (Pray Like Aretha Franklin)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Scritti Politti

"Memory" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Menage

"I Just Can't Help Believing" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Boys Town Gang

"The Power Of Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Astaire


 

Tuesday, February 13, 2024

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Excitable" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Amazulu


NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Excitable" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Amazulu
 

ReStructure Mix Update (2/13/24):”Dream Machine” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – ORS


ORS (Orlando Riva Sound) is a German disco project featuring Anthony Monn, Herbert Ihle, Mario Argandoña, Rainer Pietsch, Sophia Reaney, Stevie Bi and Wolly Emperhoff. Their project titled “Body To Body” from 1978 is an experience of the disco sound which emerged into the late 70’s with all of the fusion along the way including electronic and funk. “Dream Machine” is a single from the project which is a musical piece that emanates a galactic feel along with a ghostly female vocal which welcomes you into the star system. It is one of the tracks that are the essence of 70’s and makes this time seem as though it is missing something.

I have taken the album version of “Dream Machine” and relaunched the composition for this new ReStructure Mix. I have added some new drum tracks and also a few breaks to enhance the song and also a fade that gives way to more fantasy.
 

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