Friday, April 4, 2025

ReStructure Mix Update (4/4/25):”Falling In Love” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Surface


Surface is a disco/funk group from David (Pic) Conley and Toni Byrd - their single from 1983 became a huge dance floor hit and gave them a start to formulate a band which recorded throughout the end of the 90’s. “Falling In Love” is their first single from 1983 and is a hypnotic funk number which brings to mind a sweetness that is love in its early stages. The piece features a female vocalist expressing her love and devotion to a relationship which has transpired and exudes energy and promise. Released on the disco label, Salsoul Records it was one of the many crossover disco bands of the time.

I have taken the 12” vocal and instrumental of “Falling In Love” and recreated a new take for this ReStructure Mix. The hypnotic feel is now expressed in the intro and a new break.
 

COMING SOON! (EDITION 4/4/25): "Guitarra" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Raul featuring J. Bonell



COMING SOON! (EDITION 4/4/25):
"Guitarra" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Raul featuring J. Bonell

 

Otra cha cha! (PLAYLIST)


Otra cha cha! (PLAYLIST)
  
"Que Rico Vacilon" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Love Childs Afro Cuban Blues Band

"Hazme Sonar" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Morenas

"El Watusi / La Bamba" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix -  Rags and Riches

"Another Cha Cha" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Santa Esmeralda


 

Thursday, April 3, 2025

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Falling In Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Surface



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Falling In Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Surface

 

ReStructure Mix Update (4/3/25):”Come On and Dance With Me” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix –Suzy Q


Suzy Q is a disco artist created by Jerry Cucuzella and features a number of vocalists on lead - on the 1989 single “Come On and Dance With Me” we have Angie Vileno taking over. This electronic dance track is a mid-tempo hypnotic house track that plays out like a sexy lure into the groove. It features muh of the space-tastic effects that these productions used to blend the energy into beats. A nice riff here makes the song stand out and gives us another opportunity to hear this studio group play out an infectious track.

I have taken the “club” and “house” mixes of “Come On and Dance With Me” and reworked both into a new ReStructure Mix. I have used the sequencers to weave a new intro and breaks throughout this new arrangement. More of the pieces that are center stage are put right where they belong.
 

IT ALL COMES DOWN TO LOVE (PLAYLIST)


IT ALL COMES DOWN TO LOVE (PLAYLIST)
  
"Color My Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Fun Fun

"I Was Made For Loving You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Kiss

"Do You Love What You Feel" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rufus and Chaka

"The Main Event" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Barbara Streisand


 

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Come On and Dance With Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Suzy Q



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Come On and Dance With Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Suzy Q

 

ReStructure Mix Update (4/2/25):”Destiny” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Vivian Vee


Vivian Vee is a disco singer from Italy who became the “darling of European disco” following her late 70’s releases and onto her dance floor career of the 80’s. “Destiny” is from her 1983 project titled “With Vivien Vee” - produced by Giancarlo Meo. This was a slight shift from her high energy disco style to a more funk infused electronic sound. With the success of bands like Change, High Fashion and B.B. and Q Band the lure of a distinctive groove was chosen for this project. Vivian is still in her arena where her vocals display a sexy edge and flow along with the outline here. “Destiny” is a love song where she exclaims a lifelong love is her desire.

I have taken the album version of “Destiny” and re-edited the piece for this ReStructure Mix. It is a parts and pieces edit that works more on the essence of a dub-like arrangement and gives another side of Meo’s fantastic craft.
 

JAZZ FLAIR (PLAYLIST)


JAZZ FLAIR (PLAYLIST)
  
"The Scratch" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Surface Noise

"Funkin' For Jamaica" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Tom Browne

"I Like It" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Players Association

"In The Sky" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Loose End


 

Tuesday, April 1, 2025

COMING SOON! (EDITION 4/1/25): "Accidental Lover" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Mc Lane Explosion



COMING SOON! (EDITION 4/1/25):
"Accidental Lover" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Mc Lane Explosion

 

disco SECRETS (PLAYLIST)


disco SECRETS (PLAYLIST)
  
"Secret Love Affair" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Madleen Kane

"Tell Me All Your Secrets" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Nerissa

"Secret Land"- Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix -Sandra

"Secret Rendezvous" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Karyn White


 

Monday, March 31, 2025

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Destiny" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Vivian Vee



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Destiny" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Vivian Vee

 

ReStructure Mix Update (3/31/25):”Living For The City” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Sylvester


Sylvester covers Stevie Wonder’s “Living For The City” in 1986 and takes the soul classic into a vibrant disco arena. Released on Megatone Records and produced by Sylvester, this mid-tempo dance track captures more of the mood of the song with touches of gospel featuring Jeanie Tracy, Tramaine Hawkins and Lynette Hawkins Stevens on backing vocals. One of the 12” singles Sylvester would release following his signing to major recording label Warner Bros. Records. A classic turned classic again with the help of our disco diva, Sylvester!

I have taken the 12” vocal and dub of “Living In The City” and revisited the piece with a new ReStructure Mix. Laying out the arrangement in a new way gives it some new flair. A few looped breaks and exit help this new remix.
 

ELECTRONIC Love (PLAYLIST)

ELECTRONIC Love (PLAYLIST)
  
"Give Me Your Body" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lime

"Higher" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Vivian Vee

"Hold Tight" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gino Soccio

"Love Disco Style" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Erotic Drum Band
LINK WILL BE AVAILABLE LATER


 

Sunday, March 30, 2025

COMING SOON! (EDITION 3/30/25): "Taste So Good" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - File 13



COMING SOON! (EDITION 3/30/25):
"Taste So Good" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - File 13

 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Living For The City" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sylvester



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Living For The City" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sylvester

 

ReStructure Mix Update (3/30/25):”Words” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Missing Persons


Missing Persons are Dale Bozzio, Warren Cuccurullo, Terry Bozzio,  Garry Guttman, Patrick O'Hearn and Chuck Wild. “Words” is from their 1982 EP titled “Missing Persons” and was produced by Ken Scott. One of the truly new-wave / synth pop bands who helped set the stage for the 80’s crossover of a hardcore new wave vibe with dance floor. The basic meaning of “Words” is that no one is really paying attention so why bother with them. It is a hardcor rebellion done in a somewhat fun manner. Perhaps some of the meanest bass guitar riffs and of course along with Dale’s cool hiccup style delivery this one is a dance floor classic.

I have taken the EP version of “Words” which was later released as a 12” dance single and laid out the track for a new ReStructure Mix. Keeping the pace intact and only focusing on the extended play and giving the electronic parts a run for their money.
 

SINTETIZZATORE-ORCHESTRALE DI BOBBY ORLANDO (PLAYLIST)


SINTETIZZATORE-ORCHESTRALE DI BOBBY ORLANDO (PLAYLIST)
  
"Metropolis Suite" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bobby 'O (released under Lyn Toddd)

"Who's Your Boyfriend" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Eric

"Love and Desire" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gina Desire

"Looking Out" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Oh, Romeo


 

Thursday, March 27, 2025

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL 80'S EDITION): "Words" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Missing Persons



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL 80'S EDITION):
"Words" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Missing Persons

 

ReStructure Mix Update (3/27/25):”Harlequin Tears” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Hohokam


Hohokam is Andy Reilly, Dave Earl, George Kamm, Melanie Redmond, Steve Devier and Tony Edwards - a synth-pop ensemble produced by Gary Numan (“Cars”). Their 1985 single “Harlequin Tears” is one drum fest which plays out as a direct heartbreak in reverse as this one turns away from the pain and asks a simple question of heart and emotion: where is your heart? This one is one of the energy choices of the alternate sound of the mid-80s and is still a favorite of mine.

I have taken the 12” version of “Harlequin Tears” and reinvested the energy to recreate this new ReStructure Mix. New drum patterns created from the original mix are reapplied to the new arrangement and offer a new passion for keeping a heart honest.
 

SUPREME! (PLAYLIST)


SUPREME! (PLAYLIST)
  
"Medley Of Hits" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Diana Ross & The Supremes

"Stop In The Name Of Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gloria Gaynor

"You Keep Me Hangin' On" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Tata Vega

"Baby Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - C. orchestra


 

Tuesday, March 25, 2025

COMING SOON! (EDITION 3/25/25): "Just How Sweet Is Your Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rhyze



COMING SOON! (EDITION 3/25/25):
"Just How Sweet Is Your Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rhyze

 

COMING SOON! (EDITION 3/25/25): "Get It Off" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Cameron



COMING SOON! (EDITION 3/25/25):
"Get It Off" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Cameron

 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Harlequin Tears" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Hohokam



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Harlequin Tears" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Hohokam

 

The Other Side of Love (PLAYLIST)


The Other Side of Love (PLAYLIST)
  
"Victim Of Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Elton John

"Who's Zoomin' Who" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Aretha Franklin

"No Regrets" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Quartzlock

"Clouds" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Chaka Khan


 

Monday, March 24, 2025

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL 90'S EDITION): "Dreams" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gabrielle



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL 90'S EDITION):
"Dreams" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gabrielle

 

MYSTIQUE DISCOTIQUE(PLAYLIST)


MYSTIQUE DISCOTIQUE(PLAYLIST)
  
"Sorcerer" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Norma Jean

"On The Road To Mandalay" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Harlow

"Las Colinas De Katmandu" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Tantra

"Love Is The Groove" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Betsy Cook


 

ReStructure Mix Update (3/24/25):”Whirlpool” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Edwin Starr


Edwin Starr is a soul/disco singer who began his recording career in 1968. His voice is one that is recognizable for its power and emotion and he gives his own “soul” in each song. “Whirlpool” is a single from his 1980 project “Stronger Than You Think I Am” - produced by Edwin. The track is a teasing number of an attraction and the pulasting effect it has on emotion. Outlined as going round in circles due to the outcome of a dramatic outcome. The production is in the 70’s tradition complete with horns and an opportunity for Edwin to tell his story again with the extent of his masterful voice.

I have taken the 12” version of “Whirlpool” and devised a new version for this ReStructure Mix. Shaving off the intro titled “Get Up”  and making “Whirlpool” the center of attention here. Layering gives off pieces of a new arrangement which allows a few breaks along the way.
 

Sunday, March 23, 2025

COMING SOON! (EDITION 3/23/25): "Falling In Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Surface



COMING SOON! (EDITION 3/23/25):
"Falling In Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Surface

 

COMING SOON! (EDITION 3/23/25): "Come On and Dance With Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Suzy Q



COMING SOON! (EDITION 3/23/25):
"Come On and Dance With Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Suzy Q

 

COMING SOON! (EDITION 3/23/25): "Destiny" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Vivian Vee



COMING SOON! (EDITION 3/23/25):
"Destiny" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Vivian Vee

 

COMING SOON! (EDITION 3/23/25): "Living In The City" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sylvester



COMING SOON! (EDITION 3/23/25):
"Living In The City" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sylvester

 

COMING SOON! (SPECIAL 80'S EDITION 3/23/25): "Words" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Missing Persons



COMING SOON! (SPECIAL 80'S EDITION 3/23/25):
"Words" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Missing Persons

 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Whirlpool" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Edwin Starr



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Whirlpool" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Edwin Starr

 

ReStructure Mix Update (3/23/25):”I Cry For You” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Bobby O


Bobby O is Bobby Orlando - a dance music producer who began in the late 70’s and covered the 80’s with his unique style of music. “I Cry For You” is a single from his first project titled “Freedom In An Unfree World” from 1983. This mini street-opera is one of the tracks of that year which combined the hatching sound of high energy music with the drama of disco. The lead female vocal is fabulous as she croons of being left alone with perhaps a child and yet her suitor is trying to overcome his own masculine identity. The full on electronic arrangement makes worthwhile of orchestral strikes outlining this dance classic.

I have taken the original 12” version of “I Cry For You” and re-staged this melo-drama into a new ReStructure Mix. The bass sequencers are used in looping mode to create an underground feel and the exit is again . . . dramatic!
 

like a MADONNA (PLAYLIST)


like a MADONNA (PLAYLIST)
  
"Open Your Heart" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Madonna

"Material Girl" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Madonna

"Burnin' Up" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Madonna

"Like A Prayer" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Madonna



 

Saturday, March 22, 2025

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "I Cry For You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bobby 'O'



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"I Cry For You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bobby 'O'

 

ReStructure Mix Update (3/22/25):”I Can See Clearly” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Debbie Harry


Debbie Harry is a 70’s, 80’s and 90’s icon. She created her own aura and sound which still rings out in her music today. “I Can See Clearly” is her 1993 single from her project titled “Debravation” - produced by Mr. Arthur Baker. This piece has Debbie’s iconic lulling and sensual delivery which outline an awakening from a connection which had become blurry with lies and inconsistencies. Eventually she pleads to return before the incident and plays out the heartbreak with a mystic. It is a touch of the “rave” scene in this dance version which gives sharp jabs of hardcore dance floor techno influence.

I have taken all of the 12” versions of “I Can See Clearly” and tamed the original remixes for the ReStructure Mix. I cut that deep house-like bass line in pieces and placed the essence of the song over it. A few new breaks and a new breakdown are also added.
 

DUSK DISCO (PLAYLIST)


DUSK DISCO (PLAYLIST)
  
"Self Control" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Laura Branigan

"Moonlight Madness" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Teri DeSario

"Dancing In The Night" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Ultimate

"The Rhythm Of The Night" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Corona


 

Friday, March 21, 2025

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL 80'S EDITION): "I Can See Clearly" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Debbie Harry



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL 80'S EDITION):
"I Can See Clearly" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Debbie Harry

 

MOMENTS OF ENERGY (PLAYLIST)


MOMENTS OF ENERGY (PLAYLIST)
  
"I Feel Love Coming" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Modern Rocketry

"Love In The Night" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - VHF

"Got To Get To You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Charade featuring Jessica

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


 

Wednesday, March 19, 2025

COMING SOON! (EDITION 3/19/25): "Harlequin Tears" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Hohokam



COMING SOON! (EDITION 3/19/25):
"Harlequin Tears" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Hohokam


 

COMING SOON! (SPECIAL 90'S EDITION 3/19/25): "Dreams" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gabrielle



COMING SOON! (SPECIAL 90'S EDITION 3/19/25):
"Dreams" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gabrielle

 

COMING SOON! (EDITION 3/19/25): "Whirlpool" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Edwin Starr



COMING SOON! (EDITION 3/19/25):
"Whirlpool" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Edwin Starr

 

ReStructure Mix Update (3/19/25):”Sexuality” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – 2 Body’s


2 Body’s are Maurice Engelen and Rembert De Smet - a duo whose music is based on the Belgium Beat period during the late 80’s. Their 1989 EP “Sexuality” is one of the hard-core underground pieces which explore the heavy beats and house influence interjected into New Beat music during this period. The first track is one that intends to work a controversial yet infectious dance number into a rolling force. There are a few riffs that make up this track and make the whispery vocals move into that left field category. It is the Belgium Beat expressed pure and simple.

I have taken the 12” version of “Sexuality” and rewired the contents for a new ReStructure Mix. There are loops which make up this new remix and a few touches of Lil Louis’ classic “French Kiss” which is featured on the EP and also Amber’s “Sexual”.
 

That What You Are . . . (PLAYLIST)


That What You Are . . . (PLAYLIST)
  
"Cool" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Time

"Hot Stuff" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Donna Summer

"Dancer" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gino Soccio

"The Boss" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Diana Ross


 

Sunday, March 16, 2025

disturbance (PLAYLIST)


disturbance (PLAYLIST)
  
"Don't Leave Me This Way" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Carol Jiani

"Don't Fall In Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Alma Faye

"I'm Not In Love / Girl, You're In Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Scherrie Payne

"Au Revior" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Noel


 

Saturday, March 15, 2025

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL 80'S EDITION): "Sexuality" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - 2 Body's



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL 80'S EDITION):
"Sexuality" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - 2 Body's

 

ReStructure Mix Update (3/15/25):”Night In Motion” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – U 96


U 96 is a German techno group featuring Ingo Hauss and Hayo Panarinfo. Their compositions became very popular on dance floors during the early and mid-90’s. “Night In Motion” is from 1993 and was a popular track among hardcore and experimental dance floors. A series of catchy vocal riffs are the main attraction here along with the darting keyboards weaving a pattern that is somewhat melodic. A very deep dive into the industrial sound which emphasises the bass sequencer with a deep roar. One of the tracks that kept dance moving during weekend peak hours also.

I have taken the 12” versions of “Night In Motion” and recreated a new outline for this ReStructure Mix. The deep bass elements are fused with the light techno edge mixes creating a whole new play for this number.
 

love and circumstance (PLAYLIST)


love and circumstance (PLAYLIST)
  
"So Close To Heaven" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Trix

"Magic Man" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Broadway

"You're The One" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Boys Town Gang

"Zero" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gepy and Gepy


 

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