Thursday, November 30, 2023

ReStructure Mix Update (11/30/23): “Running Wild In The Night” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Evelyn Thomas


Evelyn Thomas is reining “High Energy Diva” of the 80’s. Her dance music during the high energy period gave dance floors an anthem with her big 1984 hit, “High Energy” – produced by Ian Levine and Fiachra Trench. “Running Wild In The Night” brings the 80’s nightlife to a peak with its driving sound and the accompanying of Evelyn’s fabulous voice guiding us through the one edge of town to another. It has always been one of my favorite tracks from Ms. Thomas and has always brought the dancers a place where their own legacy is noted and celebrated.

I have taken the 12” version of “Running Wild In The Night” and recreated a new ReStructure Mix to mark this classic. A new arrangement breaking down a few of the bridges into the main pulse of the mix and a few new breaks are added. 

 

GLASSIQUE! (PLAYLIST)



GLASSIQUE! (PLAYLIST)

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

"I Found Love (Now That I Have Found You)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Love & Kisses

"Star Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Cheryl Lynn

"Stayin' Alive" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bee Gees


 

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

MYSTIQUE 80'S (PLAYLIST)



MYSTIQUE 80'S (PLAYLIST)

"Tell Me I'm Not Dreaming (Too Good To Be True)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Jermaine Jackson

"Paint A Rumor/Heaven" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Eurythmics

"I Can't Go For That (No Can Do)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Daryl Hall & John Oates

"Centipede" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rebbie Jackson



 

Monday, November 27, 2023

COMING SOON!: "You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Marcia Hines



COMING SOON!:
"You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Marcia Hines


 

SPECTACULAR! - SYLVESTER! (PLAYLIST)



SPECTACULAR! - SYLVESTER! (PLAYLIST)

"I (Who Have Nothing)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sylvester

"Won't You Let Me Love You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sylvester

"Dance (Disco Heat)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sylvester

"Band Of Gold" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sylvester


 

Sunday, November 26, 2023

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Running Wild In The Night" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Evelyn Thomas



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Running Wild In The Night" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Evelyn Thomas

 

LATIN FLARE (PLAYLIST)



LATIN FLARE (PLAYLIST)

"Que Rico Vacilon" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Love Childs Afro Cuban Blues Band

"Hot Love In Spain / Porompompero" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Crystal Grass

"Wake Up" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Stop

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



 

Saturday, November 25, 2023

ReStructure Mix Update (11/25/23): “Flames Of Love” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Fancy


Fancy is an electronic dance project created and performed by German born singer/musician Manfred Alois Segieth. His growth in dance music has succeeded no only his releases under Fancy but also many of his productions with many artists including Slip and Grant Miller. “Flames Of Love” is his release from 1988 and rings out like a disco love anthem. The keyboards serenade his wondrous and somewhat lost vision of a one-sided love where he plays the fool as he sinks deeper in love. The essence of Fancy can be understood as this one covers all of his mastery in creating an aura of high energy music for a dance crowd waiting for drama.

I have taken the 12 vocal and instrumental of “Flames Of Love” and relit a new ReStructure Mix to homage this vital 80’s dance session. The new drum beats pump over this new arrangement which gives way to more of the love which is somehow a mystery in this track.
 

BROKEN RECORD (PLAYLIST)



BROKEN RECORD (PLAYLIST)

"Shattered Glass" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Laura Branigan
https://youtu.be/haxnDqLoiJ8

"You Killed The Magic" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Arpeggio
https://youtu.be/vbu3yiHrTWk

"If You Should Ever Be Lonely" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Val Young
https://youtu.be/hVJQ8Kwe0Wc

"Looking For Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Three Degrees
https://youtu.be/deVLyHxZBvA

PLAYLIST - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLn4cfeBtaiQsGR7eY3v8sd0w2d3CBePo8

 

COMING SOON! (SPECIAL 90's EDITION 11/25/23): "It Feels So Good" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sonique



COMING SOON! (SPECIAL 90's EDITION 11/25/23):
"It Feels So Good" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sonique


 

Friday, November 24, 2023

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Flames Of Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Fancy



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Flames Of Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Fancy

 

ReStructure Mix Update (11/24/23): “Turn Me On Again” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Astaire


Astaire is a high energy project on the UK label Passion Records – produced by Nigel Stock and Nigel Wright. The magic of this session are the vocals of Tracy Ackerman who began her dance floor stent with Astaire and went on to recording as a solo artist in the latter 80’s. “Turn Me On Again” is their single from 1987 and is co-produced by John Davies. This powerful and exhilarating piece is one of the tracks in this genre which peaks over and over with several ricochet effects and the chorus which brings on an uplifting and powerful moment. It is one where Tracy’s vocal yearn more and more giving way to a surrender of her desire.

I have taken the 12” vocal and instrumental of “Turn Me On Again” and reworked the production for a new ReStructure Mix. A layer of new percussion lifts segments of the new arrangement and a few new breaks are added.

 

DISCORAMA THEATER (PLAYLIST)



DISCORAMA THEATER (PLAYLIST)

"Sphinx Medley" by Sphinx - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Wishbone" - Tantra - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

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

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


 

Thursday, November 23, 2023

COMING SOON!: "Flames Of Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Fancy



COMING SOON!: "Flames Of Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Fancy

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Turn Me On Again" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Astaire



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Turn Me On Again" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Astaire

 

MODERN ENERGY - MODERN ROCKETRY (PLAYLIST)

 



MODERN ENERGY - MODERN ROCKETRY (PLAYLIST)

"I Feel Love Coming" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Modern Rocketry

"Thank God For Men" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Modern Rocketry

"(I'm Not Your) Steppin' Stone" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Modern Rocketry

"Cuba Libre!" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Modern Rocketry


Wednesday, November 22, 2023

MOTOWN: disco bound (PLAYLIST)



MOTOWN: disco bound (PLAYLIST)

"(I Know) I'm Losing You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Uptown

"Ain't No Mountain High Enough" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Inner Life

"Where Did Our Love Go" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Amii Stewart

"My Girl" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix -  1 Plus 1



 

ReStructure Mix Update (11/22/23): “Radio Ga Ga” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Queen


ReStructure Mix Update (11/22/23): “Radio Ga Ga” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Queen

Queen is a rock legend and a dance floor diamond. Their music relayed a new outline challenging rock music’s principles and guidelines with a winning on their creative end. Their 1984 album titled “The Works” – produced by Mack and Queen is another genius of weaving a craft of music. “Radio Ga Ga” is homage to old radio which many lost touch with as soon as the video trends of the 80’s took. The track emphasizes an old world of music forgotten and gives a salute to its power even though time shifts the sound of its content and technology. One of the most genius assemblies is the full on electronic production with percolating bass synthesizers and sharp metal-like keyboards playing out this homage. It is another one of Queen's magic moments for the band and Freddie Mercury’s towering vocal.

I have taken the 12” vocal and instrumental of “Radio Ga Ga” and rewired this classic piece for a ReStructure Mix. The synthesizer bubbling below was too hard to resist for a new dance floor arrangement and the closing being one of a definite fade.

Tuesday, November 21, 2023

COMING SOON!: "Turn Me On Again" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Astaire



COMING SOON!:
"Turn Me On Again" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Astaire

 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Radio Ga Ga" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Queen



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Radio Ga Ga" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Queen

 

ReStructure Mix Update (11/21/23): “Sahara Nights” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – F.R. David


F.R. David (Elie Robert Fitoussi) is a French singer who began his recording career in 1967. His dancer floor fame came from tracks like “Sahara Nights” released in 1987 and produced and arranged by Celso Valli (Passengers, Tantra, Azoto). This track is a dreamy bass track driven dance number that reflects an aura of the desert nights and its beauty. F.R. David delivers a nice enticing vocal gives us the intent of a moonlit night with dunes awaiting romance and adventure. A nice 80’s synth-pop piece that echoes the early morning feel of a dance floor.

I have taken the 12” vocal and instrumental versions of “Sahara Nights” and realigned a new ReStructure Mix for this song. It plays out in a new way with a new drum track added in segments and also a new arrangement leaving the finale a place for the roaring chorus riffs.

 

GOOD BEAT. GOODBYE... (PLAYLIST)



GOOD BEAT. GOODBYE... (PLAYLIST)

"Never Can Say Goodbye" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sonia & Nancy

"Au Revior" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Noel

"Never Say Goodbye" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Chip Chip

"Silent Morning" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Noel


 

Monday, November 20, 2023

COMING SOON! (SPECIAL 80's EDITION 11/20/23): "Radio Ga Ga" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Queen



COMING SOON! (SPECIAL 80's EDITION 11/20/23):
"Radio Ga Ga" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Queen

 

HOLLYWOOD! (PLAYLIST)


HOLLYWOOD! (PLAYLIST)

"Hollywood" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Freddie James

"In Hollywood (Everybody Is A Star)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Village People

"Don't Take Your Love To Hollywood" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Kelly Marie

"Boys On Hollywood Blvd" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Elite



 

Sunday, November 19, 2023

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Sahara Nights" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - F.R. David



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Sahara Nights" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - F.R. David

 

FUNK MATTERS! (PLAYLIST)



FUNK MATTERS! (PLAYLIST)

"Ain't Nobody" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Chaka Khan

"Red Hot" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Mary Wilson

"Crazy Legs" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Donald Austin

"Pick Up The Pieces" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Average White Band


 

Saturday, November 18, 2023

ReStructure Mix Update (11/18/23): “Rocket 2 U” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – The Jets


ReStructure Mix Update (11/18/23): “Rocket 2 U” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – The Jets

The Jets are a band who is actually a family group formed in 1977. Their popularity grew with their first release “The Jets” in 1985 – produced by Donn Powell and gave them a few singles which made them an addition to the dance community. “Rocket 2 U” is from their 1987 project titled “Magic” and was produced by Bobby Nunn and featured a 12” single remixed by Steve Thompson and Michael Barbiero. The single became a hit in clubs and gave the band once again their notoriety as one of the most popular family groups since The Jackson Five. The track emphasizes a love relationship which is being outlined for a partner who is missing the point…but not for long.

I have taken the 12” remix version of “Rocket 2 U” and relaunched a new ReStructure Mix to pay homage to this 80’s pop classic. There is a dub-like effect added to the new arrangement and also a few samples from a Patrick Cowley piece. 

DISCO GUMBALL (PLAYLIST)



DISCO GUMBALL (PLAYLIST)

"Take A Chance" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bizzy & Co

"You and Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Spargo

"Give Me Your Body" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lime

"Hypnotic Tango" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - My Mine



 

Thursday, November 16, 2023

ENERGY and emotion (PLAYLIST)


ENERGY and emotion (PLAYLIST)

"Love Attack" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Tony Caso

"Love To Love You Baby / I Feel Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bronski Beat & Marc Almond

"The Sun Aint Gonna Shine Anymore" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Quantize

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


 

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

The Final Step (PLAYLIST)



The Final Step (PLAYLIST)

"Sadness In My Eye" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Duncan Sisters

"Walk Away Satisfied" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Zino featuring Jayne Edwards

"Let Go" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - France Joli

"Don't Leave Me This Way" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Slip


 

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

diana R. (PLAYLIST)


diana R. (PLAYLIST)

"Chain Reaction" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Diana Ross

"Dirty Looks" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Diana Ross

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

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


 

Monday, November 13, 2023

80's BLAST! (PLAYLIST)


80's BLAST! (PLAYLIST)

"Sexcrime (Nineteen Eighty Four)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Eurythmics

"I'm Your Man" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - WHAM!

"Girl In The 80s" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - France Joli

"I Can Fly" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rainey


 

Sunday, November 12, 2023

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Rocket 2 U" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Jets



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Rocket 2 U" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Jets

 

TOUCH (PLAYLIST)

TOUCH (PLAYLIST)

"Touch Me Where It's Hot" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Erotic Drum Band

"Touch Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - New Baccara

"Touch Me Baby" -  Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - O'Hara

"Touch" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lori and The Chameleons


 

Thursday, November 9, 2023

ReStructure Mix Update (11/9/23): “Gimme Some Lovin’” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Fun Fun


Fun Fun is an Italo-disco project from producers Dario Raimondi and Alvaro Ugolini – and vocalists Ivana Spagna, Antonella Pepe and Angela Parisi. “Gimme Some Lovin’” is a sweeter sounding cover of the Steve Winwood/Spencer Davis Group track from 1967, This electronic hi-NRG/Italo house arrangement is a more melodic feel for the classic song and takes on a whole new message with the softer vocal approach. It moves along with riffs done in a fast moving synchronized movement and make this cover version stand alone in its entirety.

I have taken the 12” vocal and dub version of Fun Fun’s “Gimme Some Lovin’” and created a new ReStructure Mix for the make shift of a new stance. I have used layers of the existing version to recreate a new experience for Fun Fun to take the wheel. 
 

EPIC NRG (PLAYLIST)


 EPIC NRG (PLAYLIST)

"(The Best Part Of) Breakin' Up" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Roni Griffith

"Beeline" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Miquel Brown

"Sweet Conversation" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Charity

"You Got To Move It On" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rofo

Wednesday, November 8, 2023

IT'S A MAN'S DANCE FLOOR (PLAYLIST)

  
  
IT'S A MAN'S DANCE FLOOR (PLAYLIST)

"Mr. Big Shot" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Simon Orchestra featuring Jessica Williams

"Macho Man" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Village People

"I'm A Man" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Macho

"Angel Man (G.A.)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rhetta Hughes


 

Tuesday, November 7, 2023

ROTATION (PLAYLIST)



ROTATION (PLAYLIST)

"Daddy Cool" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Boney M.

"Disco Dance" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Michele

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

"Rumor Has It" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Donna Summer


 

Monday, November 6, 2023

DISCOTIQUE (PLAYLIST)



DISCOTIQUE (PLAYLIST)

"Born To Be Alive" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Patrick Hernandez

"Superman" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Herbie Mann

"Giving Up, Giving In" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Three Degrees

"Here Comes That Sound Again" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Love De-Luxe with Hackshaw's Discophonia


 

Sunday, November 5, 2023

FIRST LADY - Evita (PLAYLIST)



FIRST LADY - Evita (PLAYLIST)

"Eva’s Theme" – Lady Woman - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Festival

"High Flying, Adored" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Festival

"Don't Cry For Me Argentina" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Festival

"Buenos Aires" by Festival - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

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