NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"More Than A Memory" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Anita Pointer
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "More Than A Memory" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Anita Pointer
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"More Than A Memory" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Anita Pointer
ReStructure Mix Update (12/31/24):”They Say It’s Gonna Rain” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Hazell Dean
Hazell Dean is a high energy artist whose career in dance music began in 1983 with her big hit “Searchin’ (I Gotta Find A Man)”. She instantly became a part of dance floors as she delivered many classics and club favorites that still resonate a period of beautiful heartbreak and love songs to move with. “They Say It’s Gonna Rain” is one of Hazell’s unforgettable tracks released in 1985 and was produced by Stock, Aitken and Waterman. A song of a romance soon to end and yet the word has yet to be spoken of. One of the emotional dance tracks of the time and a wonderful arena for Hazell’s lyrical vocal style which expresses emotion in a powerful way.
I have taken the 12” version of “They Say It’s Gonna Rain” and reworked a new ReStructure Mix to give one of my favorite 80’s dance tracks a new framing. More of the sequencer patterns are outlined in this new remix and more of the drums used safely within the arrangement.
HAPPY NEW YEAR! and other messages! (PLAYLIST)
HAPPY NEW YEAR! and other messages! (PLAYLIST)
“Music” by Montreal Sound – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
"Salsoul 3001" by The Salsoul Orchestra - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
“Let It In (Rock)” by Caution -Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
“Let The Good Times Roll” by Fern Kinney - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Monday, December 30, 2024
COMING SOON! (EDITION 12/30/24): "In Motion" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Freda Payne
COMING SOON! (EDITION 12/30/24):
"In Motion" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Freda Payne
"In Motion" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Freda Payne
situation (PLAYLIST)
situation (PLAYLIST)
"Hideaway" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Maxine Nightingale
"Midnight Rendezvous" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Tasha Thomas
"Step Into The Love Line" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Amii Stewart
"Mother, Look What They've Done To Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Amanda Lear
Friday, December 27, 2024
FRIDAY NIGHT FEVER! (PLAYLIST)
FRIDAY NIGHT FEVER! (PLAYLIST)
Manhattan Skyline" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - David Shire
"Stayin' Alive" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bee Gees
K-Jee" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - MFSB
"Open Sesame" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Kool and The Gang
Thursday, December 26, 2024
COMING SOON! (EDITION 12/25/24): "More Than A Memory" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Anita Pointer
COMING SOON! (EDITION 12/25/24):
"More Than A Memory" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Anita Pointer
COMING SOON! (SPECIAL 90'S EDITION 12/25/24): "Mission" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Motive 8
COMING SOON! (SPECIAL 90'S EDITION 12/25/24):
"Mission" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Motive 8
DANCE DIRECTIVE (PLAYLIST)
DANCE DIRECTIVE (PLAYLIST)
"Dancing In My Sleep" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Secret Ties
"You Gotta Dance" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Pacific Blue
"Dance Little Boy Blue" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Freddie James
"If You Can Dance You Can Do It" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Slimline
Wednesday, December 25, 2024
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "They Say It's Gonna Rain" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Hazell Dean
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"They Say It's Gonna Rain" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Hazell Dean
ALL IN A DAYS DANCE (PLAYLIST)
ALL IN A DAYS DANCE (PLAYLIST)
“Percussion” by The Reel – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
"Sharks Are Cool, Jets Are Hot" by The Quick - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
“Save The Last Dance For Me” by Jessica Williams – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
“Cha Cha Cha” by Finzy Kontini – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Tuesday, December 24, 2024
ENDLESS CELEBRATION (PLAYLIST)
ENDLESS CELEBRATION (PLAYLIST)
"All Night Long" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lionel Ritchie
"Feel Alright" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Komiko
"Have A Good Time" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Salsoul Orchestra
"Rhythm Of The Street" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Patti Austin
Monday, December 23, 2024
ReStructure Mix Update (12/23/24):”Hip Hop” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Chris Cuevas
Chris Cuevas is a singer who became the winner of “Star Search” at the age of 14. His career led him into a recording contract with Atlantic Records and his release “Hip Hop” was from his 1991 album “Somehow, Someway”. The track is a house infused number which features a dub mix from Masters At Work where the groove is placed into a serious dance traxx which echoes the early 90s house scene. This underground sound became the pop-house of the time and still offers a notable hard beat and some toe-tapping keyboards.
I have taken the Masters At Work dub version of “Hip Hop” and recreated a new ReStructure Mix with the original force intact. There is a new segue into the house keyboards and drums and added a few breakdowns as the original stated.
at the THEATER (PLAYLIST)
at the THEATER (PLAYLIST)
"Great Expectations" by First Choice - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
"Mar De La Tranquildad" by Azul Y Negro - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
“Robot Is Systematic” by ‘Lectric Workers - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
"San Salvador" by Azoto - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Sunday, December 22, 2024
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL 90'S EDITION 12/22/24): "Hip Hop" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Chris Cuevas
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL 90'S EDITION 12/22/24):
"Hip Hop" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Chris Cuevas
ReStructure Mix Update (12/22/24):”On The Beach Tonight” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Cruisin’ Gang
Cruisin’ Gang is Laura Fadinger, Ombretta Marsigli and Sabrina Morroya - an Italo- disco project from 1983 produced by Cruisin’ Records. Their music is a full on electronic production complete with layers of percussion and some break beats along the way. Their single “On The Beach Tonight” from 1984 is a lyrical piece that gives off the light hearted sound of Italian disco music during the early 80’s. It has a childlike ensemble hom serenade celebration at the shore following a hectic and pressured day. The piece has many nice segments which flow into a small adventure as the keyboard riffs change their playfulness. It is one of the singles from Cruisin’ Gang which stands out among their wonderful repertoire.
I have taken the 12” vocal and instrumental of “On The Beach Tonight” and have given it a new ReStructure Mix to add to their talents. I have spread the melodic pieces of the song throughout most of the mix and added a few new breaks.
STAND FOR MUSIQUE (PLAYLIST)
STAND FOR MUSIQUE (PLAYLIST)
"Music" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - M.A. 3
"Under Construction" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - El Coco
"Life Is Music" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Ritchie Family
"Music Is All You Need" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - THP
Saturday, December 21, 2024
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "On The Beach Tonight" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Cruisin' Gang
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"On The Beach Tonight" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Cruisin' Gang
ReStructure Mix Update (12/21/24):”Strange Love” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Depeche Mode
Depeche Mode is an English electronic band from 1980 consisting of Alan Wilder, Andrew Fletcher, Dave Gahan, Martin L. Gore and Vince Clarke. Their music was a heavy influence on the 80’s and began on dance floors and in speakers. “Strange Love” is a track from their 1987 project “Music For The Masses” - produced by David Bascombe, Daniel Miller and Depeche Mode. The years passed and Depeche Mode always fit in with their incredible use of phrases and potpourri of keyboard sounds. “Strange Love” is a moody piece reflecting on how a relationship works on the edge creating questions and pain. It is one of the tracks which I played most of DP and still resonates as a mystique in sound and words. A common left feeling front this talented ensemble.
I have taken the Maxi Mix of “Strange Love” and reworked the funked out rhythm tracks again in this ReStructure Mix. The flow of this new arrangement is a construction zone of brick after brick. A few new additions on percussion are pieced in as parsley on a fine piece main course.
MOVE!: ARPEGGIO / THE SIMON ORCHESTRA (PLAYLIST)
MOVE!:
ARPEGGIO / THE SIMON ORCHESTRA (PLAYLIST)
ARPEGGIO / THE SIMON ORCHESTRA (PLAYLIST)
"Saturday Night" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Arpeggio
"Don't Give Up" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Simon Orchestra
"Mr. Big Shot" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Simon Orchestra featuring Jessica Williams
"Love and Desire" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Arpeggio
Friday, December 20, 2024
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL 80'S EDITION 12/20/24): "Strangelove" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Depeche Mode
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL 80'S EDITION 12/20/24):
"Strangelove" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Depeche Mode
ReStructure Mix Update (12/20/24):”Communication” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – The Duncans
The Duncans are Phyllis and Helen Duncan (The Duncan Sisters) - who were also Sticky Fingers and the vocal ensemble on the second THP project. Produced by Willi Morrison and Ian Guenther these ladies took the end of the 70s prisoner with the first solo album which included their anthem “Sadness In My Eye”. “Communication” comes from their second solo project where their name change becomes The Duncans. Once again produced by THP this project is a bit more stripped yet still has that incredible sound of these ladies. The track “Communication” gives them another opportunity to harmonize with a few choruses and segues into the heartbreak here and gives off that soaring feeling that these women always created vocally.
I have taken the album version of “Communication” and reconfigured the existing keyboard riffs and horns for this ReStructure Mix. The new outline gives us more of their vocal performance to move us into that lingering and satisfying edge that seems to work well with disco music.
ENERGY 2 LOVE (PLAYLIST)
ENERGY 2 LOVE (PLAYLIST)
"Never Can Say Goodbye" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sonia & Nancy
"Back To You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Crystal In The Pink
"One More Time" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bianca
"We Can Make It" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Purple Flash
Thursday, December 19, 2024
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Communication" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Duncans
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Communication" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Duncans
PUNCHING IN/OUT (PLAYLIST)
PUNCHING IN/OUT (PLAYLIST)
"She Works Hard For The Money" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Donna Summer
"Work Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Fever
"Work Hard" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Depeche Mode
"Workin' and Slavin' (I Need Love)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Midnight Rhythm
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
ReStructure Mix Update (12/18/24):”Born To Be Wild” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Jo-Carol with Modern Rocketry
Jo-Carol began her career in dance music as one of Patrick Cowley’s singers included in his big hits “Menergy” and “I Wanna Take You Home” from 1981. Her vocals are also on the 1987 cover of Steppenwolf’s 1968 rock classic “Born To Be Wild”. Creating the percolating sound of this track are the San Francisco ensemble Modern Rocketry. This is one of the last breaths of classic high energy with that Frisco sound. This cover gives us a pumping edge which plays out with a nice feel for the rough excitement. Jo-Carol has been involved in many of her own singles during and prior to this track as well as her participation in the duo Jo-Lo (“Last Call”). The energy here is a powerhouse delivery and gives a dance version of the rock classic a nice feel.
I have taken the 12” version of Jo-Carol/Modern Rocketry’s cover of “Born To Be Wild” and built a new ReStructure Mix for this Megatone classic. The sequencers guide most of the new arrangement into a few new breaks.
DISCO 4-PLEX (PLAYLIST)
DISCO 4-PLEX (PLAYLIST)
"Native Love (Step by Step)" by Divine - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
"Japanese Boy" by Aneka - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
"I Am Woman" by Jessica Williams - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
"I'm No Angel" by Madleen Kane - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Born To Be Wild" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Jo-Carol with Modern Rocketry
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Born To Be Wild" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix
- Jo-Carol with Modern Rocketry
"Born To Be Wild" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix
- Jo-Carol with Modern Rocketry
ReStructure Mix Update (12/17/24):”Running In The City” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Space
Space is a disco ensemble formulated by Didier Marouani and Roland Romanelli in the late 70s. Their second project titled “Deliverance” from 1977 features the instrumental track “Running In The City” which is an early blend of electronic dance music and new age. The keyboards blend an orchestral flow of lilting emulated strings and give off an ethereal sound. Much of Space and their sound was based on the futuristic ideas of time to come and their music fit directly into this mold all together.
I have taken the album version of “Running In The City” and placed it in this project for a new ReStructure Mix. A new hard throbbing beat and percussion are added to stir the keyboards into a new sensation. The flow of the track is blended into new segments also.
ESCAPADES (PLAYLIST)
ESCAPADES (PLAYLIST)
"Party Girl" by Pattie Brooks - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
“Small Town Lover” by Cheri – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
"Summer Love" by Musique - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
"That Old Black Magic" by Jeanne Shy - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Monday, December 16, 2024
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Running In The City" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Space
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Running In The City" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Space
DISCO EAR (PLAYLIST)
DISCO EAR (PLAYLIST)
"Born To Be Alive" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Patrick Hernandez
"Don't Let Go" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Isaac Hayes
"Giving Up, Giving In" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Three Degrees
"Car Wash" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rose Royce
ReStructure Mix Update (12/16/24):”Japanese War Game” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Koto
Koto is an Italian dance project from Anfrando Maiola and produced by Stefano Cundari. One of the early 80s projects which helped to define Italo-disco in its entirety. “Japanese War Game” is their second release from 1983 which is a short edged instrumental which plays heavier on the bass keyboards and sequencer riffs. The formula that Koto began its dance floor experience is played here in this arrangement with the breakdowns and electronic crescendos.
I have taken the 12” version and dub version of “Japanese War Game” and reinvented a new ReStructure Mix to solidify this sound from the 80s. New percussion is added alongside a new segue into the layered keyboard melody.
Sunday, December 15, 2024
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Japanese War Game" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Koto
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Japanese War Game" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Koto
ReStructure Mix Update (12/15/24):”No Parking On The Dance Floor” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Midnight Star
Midnight Star is one of the 80’s headliner funk/dance bands. Their 1983 project and single titled “No Parking On The Dance Floor” is a dance floor classic among the many releases in this genre at the time. Produced by Reggie Calloway, this album shined with its far-edged electronic funk sound. The track is a mechanical simulated arrangement and plays out with the interruption of a vehicle attempting to park in the middle of the floor where this party will not have it. It plays out with a great deal of fun and riffs and it is a part of the Midnight Star repertoire that is timeless.
I have taken the 12” version of “No Parking On The Dance Floor” and rewired the track for this ReStructure Mix. A new downbeat track is added to give segments of this remix a new edge. And plenty of the vocoder riffs are used again as breaks and segues.
FRIENDS OF DOROTHY (PLAYLIST)
FRIENDS OF DOROTHY (PLAYLIST)
"Over The Rainbow" by Abbe - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
“Rainbows” by Jade 4 U – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
“The Wizard Of Oz” by Meco – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
"Over The Rainbow" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Viola Wills
Saturday, December 14, 2024
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "No Parking On The Dance Floor"" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Midnight Star
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"No Parking On The Dance Floor"" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix
- Midnight Star
SOUND ON SENSUAL (PLAYLIST)
SOUND ON SENSUAL (PLAYLIST)
"Sugar Walls" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sheena Easton
"French Kiss" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lil' Louis
"Magnifique" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Jersy Devil Social Club
"Love To Love You Baby" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Donna Summer
Friday, December 13, 2024
ReStructure Mix Update (12/13/24):”Hold Me Tight” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – B.B. and Band
B.B. and Band is an Italian dance group who released their first project titled “Wee The People” in 1982 - produced by Mario Boncaldo and Tony Carrasco. The uplifting edge to their dance tracks made an instant hit on dance floors including “All Night Long” and “That Special Magic”. In 1984 their single “Hold Me Tight” gave us another energetic dance piece which displayed the lighter side of their approach and celebratory sound. This number has several nice riffs including a pounding drum rhythm which sounds at home on any dance floor. B.B. and Band gave the mid-80s more reasons to feel the excitement which dance music always delivered.
I have taken the 12” vocal and instrumental versions of “Hold Me Tight” and weaved the Latin guitars and drums into a new ReStructure Mix. There are a few new parts that are separated in this new arrangement and a cold ending to end the celebration.
bailarÃn en movimiento (PLAYLIST)
bailarÃn en movimiento (PLAYLIST)
"Another Cha Cha" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Santa Esmeralda
"Oh Que Calor" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Primero
"Malagueña" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Pico
"Hazme Sonar" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Morenas
Thursday, December 12, 2024
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Hold Me Tight" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - B.B. and Band
NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Hold Me Tight" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - B.B. and Band
ReStructure Mix Update (12/12/24):”Come And Get Your Love” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Boys Town Gang
Boys Town Gang is a San Francisco based disco ensemble produced by Bill Motley in 1981. Their first big single was a cover of the Motown classic, “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” and Diana Ross’ “Remember Me” which featured Cynthia Manley on vocals. “Come And Get Your Love” is a cover of the Redbone pop-hit from 1973/ This production included Jackson Moore on lead vocals and is from their second album titled “Disc Charge”. The disco fluff here flows like magic as Motley was determined to bring the full orchestral and band sound of disco back to the early 80’s. The guitar riffs and excited chorus are the lead in on this remake and although it plays out a bit faster than the original it still gives off that 70s disco energy.
I have taken the album version of Boys Town Gang “Come And Get Your Love” and we aligned the track with a new arrangement for this ReStructure Mix. Some looping play on the original bass create new breaks and the wonderful vocals from Jackson still shine.
CONJUNCTION-FUNKSHUN! (PLAYLIST)
CONJUNCTION-FUNKSHUN! (PLAYLIST)
"Give It To Me Baby" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rick James
"Body Heat" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rufus and Chaka Khan
"Sexy Dancer" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Prince
"All Of Me For All Of You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - 9.9
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