Wednesday, August 31, 2022

DISCO SPECTACLE (PLAYLIST)



DISCO SPECTACLE (PLAYLIST)

"Sharks Are Cool, Jets Are Hot" by The Quick - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Proud Mary” by Chi Chi Liah – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“My Numbers Up” by The Salsoul Orchestra – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Success” by The Weather Girls – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

Tuesday, August 30, 2022

COMING SOON! (EPISODE 8/30/22): "Funky Celebration" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Queen Samantha


COMING SOON! (EPISODE 8/30/22):
"Funky Celebration" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Queen Samantha

 

ReStructure Mix Update (8/29/22): “Dancing Machine” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Jackson Five


ReStructure Mix Update (8/29/22): “Dancing Machine” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Jackson Five

Jackson Five are Jackie, Jermaine, Marlon, Michael, Randy and Tito Jackson. Their career has spanned from the early 70’s throughout the late 80’s first as family band and then as a force in pop music. “Dancing Machine” is a track from their 1974 album by the same name and was produced by Hal Davis and arranged by Arthur Wright. The single is one of the group’s iconic pieces in that it introduced the soulful sound of their music along with early signs of themed disco song. The energy behind this piece is the riffs which drop in and out as horn sections and bring the song to a higher level.

I have taken the album version of “Dancing Machine” and the instrumental version to bring a new ReStructure Mix to salute this classic. The new down beat brings this one a new edge of hardcore floor action. Pieces of the song are drawn more focus for this arrangement to secure a new listening experience.

Monday, August 29, 2022

adhere to a Pulsating Beat (PLAYLIST)



adhere to a Pulsating Beat (PLAYLIST)

“On A Rien A Perdre” by Saint Tropez – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

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

“Tattoo Man" by Denise McCann – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Angelina” by Cerrone – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

Saturday, August 27, 2022

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Dancing Machine" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Jackson Five



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Dancing Machine" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Jackson Five

 

ON THE BALL (PLAYLIST)



ON THE BALL (PLAYLIST)

“Cerrone’s Paradise” by Cerrone – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Dancer Dance” by Pussyfoot – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Rock The Box” by Sylvester – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“My Feet Keep Dancing” by Chic – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera



 

ReStructure Mix Update (8/26/22): “Mamy Blue” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Clare Chevalier


Claire Chevalier is a memorable talent from the late 60’s to the late 70’s whose music always gave way to her vocal performances.  There is a meek yet sensual approach to her lyrics and the true essence of a stage magnet. “Mamy Blue” she recorded in in a production by Gay Vaquer. Claire approaches this now classic piece with no fear or holding back. The tale of an estranged mother and child is delivered with the emotion the song was meant to deliver.

I have taken the original 7” version of Claire’s “Mamy Blue” and revisited the track with more production using beats and key effects throughout the new ReStructure Mix. The mood is dug a few deeper with the hard beats and mystical pieces of a Laura Branigan classic. 
 

Friday, August 26, 2022

MAGIC and Ecstasy (PLAYLIST)


MAGIC and Ecstasy (PLAYLIST)

“Sorcerer” by Norma Jean - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Rainbows” by Jade 4 U – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Pretty Baby” by Sister Sledge – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Just Can’t Help Believing” by Boys Town Gang – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

Thursday, August 25, 2022

a spiritual sphere (PLAYLIST)



a spiritual sphere (PLAYLIST)

"Hills Of Kat Mandu" by Tantra - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Adventure" by Eleanor - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

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

“Tech-No-Logical World” by Patrick Cowley – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

Wednesday, August 24, 2022

She Talks. She Dances.. (PLAYLIST)


She Talks. She Dances.. (PLAYLIST)

“The Greatest Performance Of My Life” by Loleatta Holloway – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“This Is My Life” by Shirley Bassey – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"To Sir, With Love" by Vicki Sue Robinson - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“I Don’t Wanna Talk (About The Weather)” by Joan Faulkner – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

Tuesday, August 23, 2022

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Mamy Blue" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Claire Chevalier

 



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Mamy Blue" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Claire Chevalier

ReStructure Mix Update (8/23/22): “Infatuation” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Midnight Passion


ReStructure Mix Update (8/23/22): “Infatuation” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Midnight Passion

Midnight Passion is an Italian dance project from producer Shany with arrangements by Romano Trevisani. “Infatuation” is their 1986 release with takes a basic street sample and blends it into a fierce horn break and plenty of electronic riffs which flow together in a challenge-like fashion. It is one of the crossover pieces which feel like high energy yet leaves behind the energy which Italo-disco presented a few years earlier. This is their second single and gives out the same energy but with more of a stage for the instrumental.

I have taken the 12” version of “Infatuation” and remapped the energy into a new ReStructure Mix. This time around the pieces of this number are given more time to play a foundation for this new arrangement. 

DISCO BULBS (PLAYLIST)



DISCO BULBS (PLAYLIST)

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

"I Love New York" by Metropolis - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Let's Make Love” by Madleen Kane – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“I’m Caught Up (In A One Night Love Affair)” by Inner Life - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Infatuation" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Midnight Passion



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Infatuation" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Midnight Passion

 

Monday, August 22, 2022

ReStructure Mix Update (8/22/22): “In The Name Of Love” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Thompson Twins



Thompson Twins are Tom Bailey, Alannah Currie and Chris Bell – one of the many memorable groups from the 80’s. Their first dance floor hit “in The Name Of Love” from 1982 was produced by Dennis Bovell, Mike Howlett and Steve Lillywhite. This was a powerhouse single who gave the band their identity with its nu-wave edged vocals, heavy percussion and drums. It was the synth-pop sound of the early 80’s exploding with a new direction. “In The Name Of Love” has several riffs which keep the energy moving at a steady pace along with the somewhat distorted groove.

I have taken the 12” original mix, the 1988 dub and house versions of “In The Name Of Love” to rework the classic into a new ReStructure Mix. More of the rhythm is pulled out to give it a spotlight and the flow continues along the same lines where a crescendo brings on more energy. 

DISCOWOOD (PLAYLIST)



DISCOWOOD (PLAYLIST)

"Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You" by Boys Town Gang - Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Destination Theme" by Destination - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Delicate Jan” by Azoto – Disco Video M ix by Glenn Rivera

“The Heart To Break The Heart” by France Joli – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

Sunday, August 21, 2022

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "In The Name Of Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Thompson Twins

 


NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"In The Name Of Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Thompson Twins

Tech-Move-Groove (PLAYLIST)



Tech-Move-Groove (PLAYLIST)

“Computer World” by Kraftwerk – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

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

“Connecting Flight” by Romanelli – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"It's More Fun To Compute" by Kraftwerk - Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

ReStructure Mix Update (8/21/22): “Temptation” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Corina


Corina (Corina Katt Ayala) is a freestyle artist who released her 1991 single “Temptation” to dance floors waiting for the next big thang. This track immediately took off and became the top on club playlists. Produced by Chris Paul and fed more beats than one song can handle. This backbeat/freestyle dance release has been said to have saved freestyle music at the time. These hard edged beats will take the dance floor and pound out a new surface with its razor sharp sound and ominous energy. One of the top picks from my club at the time and gave the dance floor no empty spaces.

I have taken the 12” version of “temptation” and re-pounded the awesome beats for this ReStructure Mix. A new foundation of key pieces are injected and given they spot to rewire this 90’s classic.
 

Saturday, August 20, 2022

"Get The Action Going..." (PLAYLIST)



"Get The Action Going..." (PLAYLIST)

“Can’t Steal My Love” by Azure – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Streetcar Named Desire” by Ava Cherry – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Up Where We Belong" by Deevotion - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Ride Like The Wind” by Taka Boom – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

Friday, August 19, 2022

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Temptation" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Corina



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Temptation" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Corina

 

ReStructure Mix Update (8/19/22): “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Ciao Ciao


Ciao Ciao is an Italian-disco project from producer Mauro Farina (Alan Barry, Coo Coo) who worked in the transformation of Italo-disco from the early 80’s to the high energy/girl twirl sound of the mid and late 80’s. This duo consisted of Cristina Cucchi & Rachel Fellini on vocals. “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart” is their first single from 1988 – and on the classic Italian dance label, Asia Records. This is one of the fluffy dance numbers that plays out using the formula of rolling bass and soft pounding beats. The essence of mid-80s Italian dance is all here and the melody even flows closely to a Bananarama style (“Love In The First Degree”). It is one of the memorable tracks from catalogue of Italo-dance with the foundation which always works.

I have taken the 12” version of “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart” – both the vocal and bonus beats and revisited this song with a ReStructure Mix. There is more emphasis on the bass beats and sequencers creating more of dub-like environment for the light and celebratory feel. 
 

COMING SOON! (EPISODE 8/19/22): "Dancing Machine" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Jackson Five

 



COMING SOON! (EPISODE 8/19/22):
"Dancing Machine" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Jackson Five

COMING SOON! (EPISODE 8/19/22): "Goddess Of Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Soif de la Vie


COMING SOON! (EPISODE 8/19/22):
"Goddess Of Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Soif de la Vie

 

DISCO CATALOGUE (PLAYLIST)


DISCO CATALOGUE (PLAYLIST)

“Boogie Business” by Lamont Dozier – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Hip Hop Be Bop (Don’t Stop)” by Man Parrish – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Boogie Talk” by Madleen Kane – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"People Come Dance" by Ednah Holt & Starluv – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera



 

Thursday, August 18, 2022

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Ciao Ciao

 



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Don't Go Breaking My Heart" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Ciao Ciao

ReStructure Mix Update (8/18/22): “Somebody Save The Night” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Sharon Redd


Sharon Redd defines an introduction to the New York funk/disco sound emerging during the early 80s. Her dance floor hits “Beat The Street”, “In The Name Of Love” and “Love How You Feel” were the structure of this artist’s powerful delivery of funk-charged numbers and anthems. Her legacy continues as many dance enthusiasts new and old discover her unique sound and presence. “Somebody Save The Night” is from her 1983 project “Love How You Feel” – produced by Eric Matthew (Gary’s Gang). This number is an outline of the Redd-experience where she takes a groove and lays out her song in a streetwise yet sophisticated approach. This one is a promise of being captured on a lonely rather than returning for the same for longing over and over.

I have taken the album version of “Somebody Save The Night” and re-funked the track into a new ReStructure Mix. Using the existing percussion and rhythm tracks to remold them into a new experience. And allowing Sharon’s pleading chorus to maintain its place.

 

dance caricature (PLAYLIST)


dance caricature (PLAYLIST)

“Beauty and The Beast” by Love and Kisses – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Mucho Macho” by M.A.N. – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Memory” by Ménage – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“I Can Fly” by Rainey – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera



 

Wednesday, August 17, 2022

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Somebody Save The Night" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sharon Redd


NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Somebody Save The Night" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sharon Redd

 

ReStructure Mix Update (8/17/22): “Age Of Reason” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – John Farnham


ReStructure Mix Update (8/17/22): “Age Of Reason” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – John Farnham

John Farnham is an Australian singer whose recording career began in 1968 and became a best-selling single in 1960. His career continued through 2001 - including duets with Olivia Newton-John. In 1988 his project titled “Age Of Reason” brought an anthem-like dance track which became an underground classic in many clubs. This piece is one of the powerful crossover recordings for the dance floor and stays powerful from start to finish. The yearning for a movement of understanding for humanity and a time where peace and serenity is necessary are one that ring true throughout time and even more so that this lesson gives us a challenge to use of minds along with our hearts. The production id from Ross Frazer and plays out in a several moving crescendos and a wonderful cool down into the rhythm tracks.

I have taken the 12” version of “Age Of Reason” and played tribute to the dance hall classic in this ReStructure Mix.  New intro and several inserts to remind us of the power behind this song are expressed with love and the need to remind us of the reason for this need.

Cherchez la femme (PLAYLIST)


Cherchez la femme (PLAYLIST)

“Black Widow Woman” by Afro-Cuban Band – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Bad Girls” by Donna Summer – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Benihana” by Marilyn Chambers – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Everybody Needs Somebody Sometime" by Ann Margret - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera



 

Tuesday, August 16, 2022

CAGE FREE DISCO (PLAYLIST)


CAGE FREE DISCO (PLAYLIST)


“Go Go Gorilla” by Gazuzu – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Fly, Robin, Fly” by Silver Convention – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Love Bug" by Bumblebee Unlimited - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Sea Hunt" by Patrick Cowley - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

Monday, August 15, 2022

DANCING ON A WHIM (PLAYLIST)

DANCING ON A WHIM (PLAYLIST)

“Cha Cha Cha” by Finzy Kontini – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Don’t Stop The Music” by Fussy Cussy – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“I Have A Destiny” by Denise Mc Cann – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Male Stripper" by Man 2 Man - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

Sunday, August 14, 2022

COMING SOON! (EPISODE 8/14/22): "Space" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix -Viola Wills


COMING SOON! (EPISODE 8/14/22):
"Space" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix -Viola Wills


 

DISCO PIROUETTE (PLAYLIST)


DISCO PIROUETTE (PLAYLIST)

“The Bull” by The Mike Theodore Orchestra – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Dance, Dance, Dance (Yowsah, Yowsah, Yowsah)” by Chic – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

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

“How Much, How Much, I Love You” by Love & Kisses – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

Saturday, August 13, 2022

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Age Of Reason" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - John Farnham

 


NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Age Of Reason" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - John Farnham

COMING SOON! (EPISODE 8/13/22): "In The Name Of Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Thompson Twins

 



COMING SOON! (EPISODE 8/13/22):
"In The Name Of Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Thompson Twins

ReStructure Mix Update (8/13/22): “Down Down Romeo” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Meccano

 


Meccano is Nadia Bani and Walter Bassani – an Italian disco group who released several dance tracks which outlined the high energy set during the mid-80s. Much of their work has a wonderful shine to both instrumental tracks and vocals thanks to this duo. “Down Down Romeo” is a single from 1985 which is a fuse of synthetic energy pulsating along with some great vocals riffs. The pace of this number is fast and furious as Nadia wards off a suitor who has held on to his eye affixed in desire. The track worked very well during its release and helps to keep that ridge of Italian disco and US high energy.

I have taken the 12” version of “Down Down Romeo” and rewired the existing energy into a new ReStructure Mix. A new kick back beat adds more to the dance movement of this new version and more rearranging on the chorus and verses works a new sound.

FCD - First Choice Disco (PLAYLIST)


FCD - First Choice Disco (PLAYLIST)

“Armed and Extremely Dangerous” by First Choice – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

REISSUE: "Hold Your Horses" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - First Choice

"Great Expectations" by First Choice - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Double Cross” by First Choice – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

Friday, August 12, 2022

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Down Down Romeo" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Meccano


NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Down Down Romeo" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Meccano


 

ReStructure Mix Update (8/11/22): “Take My Heart Away” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Lime


Lime is one of the lasting flavors of disco/dance history. Denis Lepage and Denyse Lepage brought to the dance floor a more simplistic edge with plenty of percussion and colorful riffs to make their style memorable and lasting. “Take My Heart Away” is from their 1991 project titled “Caroline” and gives off a sensible energy that Lime is known for – but also displays the longevity of Denis Lepage genius with a full on electronic arrangement as he always applied in his work.

I have taken the album version of “Take My Heart Away” and given homage to the Lime sound in this ReStructure Mix. A new bass beat is added to pound out the energy and a riff from a Lime classic added to bring us back home again.
 

80's VISION (PLAYLIST)


80's VISION (PLAYLIST)

“Ready For The 80s” by Village People – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Vamos a La Playa" by Righeira - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

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

“Club Tropicana” by WHAM! – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

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