Tuesday, February 28, 2023

MAJESTIQUE (PLAYLIST)



MAJESTIQUE (PLAYLIST)

"Forbidden Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Madleen Kane

“Set Me Free" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Three Degrees

"Ritmo de Brazil" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Ultimate

"Night Rider" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Venus Dodson


 

Sunday, February 26, 2023

DON'T SPEAK... (PLAYLIST)



DON'T SPEAK... (PLAYLIST)

"Discotique" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lipstique

“Mar de la Tranquilidad" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Azul y Negro

"Valley Of The Dolls" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Giorgio

"Burning Spear" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Salsoul Orchestra


 

Saturday, February 25, 2023

SMASH! (PLAYLIST)



SMASH! (PLAYLIST)

"Savin' Myself" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Eria Fachin

“The Love I Lost" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Seventh Avenue

"Tragedy" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bee Gees

"One Less Bell To Answer" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Pearly Gates


 

Friday, February 24, 2023

Thursday, February 23, 2023

ReStructure Mix Update (2/23/23): “Star” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Claudio Mingardi


ReStructure Mix Update (2/23/23): “Star” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Claudio Mingardi

Claudio Mingardi is an Italian singer who released his single “Star” in 1983 – produced by Roberto Zanetti. The track is one if the adventurous pieces with the energy which makes the 80’s reflect as the high energy dance era. This track is more mid-tempo however the rolling bass sequence accents the level of power it creates. The theme is more of an imaginary hero who brings the sweetness in the chorus to life. The single was always an early evening warm up for me in my sets to bring on the energy as the evening progressed. A very nice and melodic feel give this one a nice purpose to keep the energy alive.

I have taken the 12” of “Star” and reenergized the feeling with more of a regal opening for this ReStructure Mix. The dramatic keyboard elements are the segments which I brought out and the new break make for a whole new edge for this classic.

COMING SOON! (EPISODE 2/23/23): "Potential New Boyfriend" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Dolly Parton



COMING SOON! (EPISODE 2/23/23):
"Potential New Boyfriend" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Dolly Parton


 

THE DISCO ADVENTURE: BOLDLY GO WHERE ONLY DISCO DARES TO GO...



THE DISCO ADVENTURE:
BOLDLY GO WHERE ONLY DISCO DARES TO GO...

 

COMING SOON! (EPISODE 2/23/23): "Go Get It" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Metropolis



COMING SOON! (EPISODE 2/23/23):
"Go Get It" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Metropolis

 

DANCING IN DESPAIR (PLAYLIST)

 



DANCING IN DESPAIR (PLAYLIST)

"Keep Smilin'" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Carrie Lucas

"Dancing In My Sleep" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Secret Ties

"Bring It Back" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Taka Boom

"Dance Little Boy Blue" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Freddie James

PLAYLIST -  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRrY6I494FmcABTfPPkQZYNuBWqdwxiWC


Tuesday, February 21, 2023

JUMP (PLAYLIST)



JUMP (PLAYLIST)

"Jump Shout" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lisa

"Jump" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Ring

"Jump Into My Life" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Stacy Lattisaw

"Keep On Jumpin'" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Musique


 

COMING SOON! (EPISODE 2/21/23): "Tonight's The Night (Good Time)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Kleeer



COMING SOON! (EPISODE 2/21/23):
"Tonight's The Night (Good Time)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Kleeer

 

12" DISCO RECORD LABEL FUNN!

 12" DISCO RECORD LABEL FUNN!











Monday, February 20, 2023

producer. PETER DIMILO (PLAYLIST)



producer. PETER DIMILO (PLAYLIST)

"Disco Express" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Plastic Surprise

"Does It Feel Good" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Jump

"Feel Your Way Around" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Ann Joy

"Pop Pop Shoo Wah" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Erotic Drum Band

 

Saturday, February 18, 2023

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Star" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Claudio Mingardi



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Star" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Claudio Mingardi

 

THE LADIES OF THE SCREEN (PLAYLIST)



THE LADIES OF THE SCREEN (PLAYLIST)

"Primitive Love" by Ellie Warren - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Party Girl" by Pattie Brooks - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

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

"Suffer" by Grace Jones - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

Friday, February 17, 2023

COMING SOON! (EPISODE 2/17/23): "Close (To The Edit)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Art Of Noise



COMING SOON! (EPISODE 2/17/23):
"Close (To The Edit)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Art Of Noise

 

ReStructure Mix Update (2/17/23): “Duri Duri (Baila Baila)” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – click!


click! is an 80’s synth-pop ensemble featuring Adriana Camacho, Claudia Given and Rocio Sobrado – and produced by Alan Coelho (Tapps) and Hernani Raposo. The theme of their music featured Latin compositions to a synthesized dance pop beat. “Duri Duri (Baila Baila)” is their 1987 single from their project “Con Amor Para Ti”. A piece following the high energy sound of the mid and late 80’s with the senoritas serenading us throughout the number. An infectious vocal is the lead in of the song and brings to mind a celebration from then on. One of the big hits in my club and a very popular T-Dance song.

I have taken the 12” long version of “Duri Duri (Baila Baila)” and replanted the energy into a new mixture for this ReStructure Mix. There are a few familiar percussion riffs added from the disco classic band Sana Esmeralda and more music per castanet clack!
 

Thursday, February 16, 2023

True-2-Disco (PLAYLIST)



True-2-Disco (PLAYLIST)

"True Love Is My Destiny" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - James Wells

"First True Love Affair" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Jimmy Ross

“Three Steps From True Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Margaret Reynolds

"Fill Me Up (Heart To Heart)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Andrea True Connection


 

Wednesday, February 15, 2023

COMING SOON! (EPISODE 2/15/23): "I Love Men" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Cinema



COMING SOON! (EPISODE 2/15/23):
"I Love Men" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Cinema

 

COMING SOON! (EPISODE 2/15/23): "When Will I See You Again" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Magda Layna



COMING SOON! (EPISODE 2/15/23):
"When Will I See You Again" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Magda Layna


 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Duri Duri (Baila Baila)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - click!



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Duri Duri (Baila Baila)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - click!

 

Meteoras of Disco (PLAYLIST)


Meteoras of Disco (PLAYLIST)

"I Want A Man" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Noel

"Menhungry" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Maxine Dee

“What I Do To Men" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Ann Margret

"A Few Good Men" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Tara Jans


 

Tuesday, February 14, 2023

LOST IN ReSTRUCTURING: CAUGHT IN A TRAP?



LOST IN ReSTRUCTURING: CAUGHT IN A TRAP?

Been working with disco music for 46 years. Restructuring for over 25 of those years. It is one of those activities like breathing everyday - as I take a deep breath life surges through my veins, mind and heart. I love disco music. And those 'disco people' are more than "special" - they are the energy that drives my desire. Thank you, dancers, music enthusiasts and magic night people.

Glenn Rivera


 

ReStructure Mix Update (2/14/23): “I Won’t Let Go” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – The System


ReStructure Mix Update (2/14/23): “I Won’t Let Go” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – The System

The System is David Frank and Mic Murphy – an 80’s duo who brought to life the sexy and heartfelt edge of electro-funk. Their 1983 track “I Won’t Let Go” from their project “Sweat” is one of the love songs which resonates a groove and vibe that pluck the heartstrings. Like their big hit “You Are In My System” from the same project which was covered again by Robert Palmer. This pulse of love is one of favorites of the early 80s and contains many riffs both instrumentally and vocally that make the heart content.

I have taken the 12” long and the album long versions to contain both for this ReStructure Mix of “I Won’t Let Go”. I have added a few new drum tracks to piece the roof again and extended those sweet lyrics into a new beat box love theme.

music chain (PLAYLIST)



music chain (PLAYLIST)

"Don't Stop The Music" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Yarbrough and Peoples

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

“Makin’ Music” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Gary’s Gang

"Je Suis Music" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Cerrone


 

Monday, February 13, 2023

DISCO THEATER Lounge (PLAYLIST)



DISCO THEATER Lounge (PLAYLIST)

"Life At The Outpost" by Skatt Bros. - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"If My Friends Could See Me Now" by Linda Clifford - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Extraterrestrial Lover” by Sylvia Love - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Just Blue” by Space - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

Sunday, February 12, 2023

MOVIES & MOTION (PLAYLIST)



MOVIES & MOTION (PLAYLIST)

“Stars” by Sylvester – Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

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

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

"White Rabbit" by David Diebold & Kim Cataluna - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

Saturday, February 11, 2023

B-O-O-G-I-E BABY (PLAYLIST)



B-O-O-G-I-E BABY (PLAYLIST)

"Boogie Nights" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Heatwave

"Boogie With Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Poussez!

"Boogie To The Bop" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Mantus

"Boogie Tonight" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Claudja Barry

PLAYLIST -  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRrY6I494FmcSR5lOv6YhKcvrM8WHD5Y4F_AufOSPdH


 

Friday, February 10, 2023

LOVE ON ROTATION (PLAYLIST)



LOVE ON ROTATION (PLAYLIST)

"Tender Is The Night" by THP Orchestra - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Let's Go Round Again" by Average White Band - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Shine On Silver Moon" by Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis Jr. - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Love Is The Ultimate” by Ultimate – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

Wednesday, February 8, 2023

DISSCO-SCI-FI (PLAYLIST)



DISSCO-SCI-FI (PLAYLIST)

“Pistolero” by Bombers – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Warlord (Part 2)” by The Immortals – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"It's A War" by Kano - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Spacer" by Sheila and B. Devotion - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

Tuesday, February 7, 2023

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "I Won't Let Go" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The System

 



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"I Won't Let Go" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The System

EURO-BEAUTY (PLAYLIST)



EURO-BEAUTY (PLAYLIST)

"I Got That Feeling" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix -Love De-Luxe

“Music Makes My Night” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Madleen Kane

"Shame And Scandal In The Family" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Caprice

"Dance And Leave It All Behind You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sumeria


 

Monday, February 6, 2023

DANCE MUSIC REPORT: April 30, 1983

DANCE MUSIC REPORT: April 30, 1983









 

ReStructure Mix Update (2/6/23): “Fly Like An Eagle” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Habit


Habit is Nick Amour, Andy Carroll and Mick Martin. This trio created a deep house sound which became the staple of many cover-songs during the late 80’s. “Fly Like An Eagle” is their bass-driven effort on the Steve Miller Band rock classic from 1976. This production moves below the surface with a deep bass synth rolling over the houses drums kicking away. It is an effective transition to the dance floor of the early 90’s and brings back that fantasy edge this song always produced. 

I have taken the 12” vocal and dub versions of “Fly Like An Eagle” and placed it in a new soaring ReStructure Mix. The energy moves along as booming as it did during the release and a few new stops have been added along the way.
 

DISCO CHUCKLES (PLAYLIST)



DISCO CHUCKLES (PLAYLIST)

“General Hospi-Tale” by Afternoon Dellghts – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

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

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

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


 

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