Thursday, December 4, 2025

ReStructure Mix Update (12/4/25): ”Dance, Freak and Boogie” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Nightlife Unlimited


Nightlife Unlimited is a Canadian disco project from Johnny Dorazio, Louis Toteda, Peter Sciascia and Tony Bentivegna. Released in 1979, which is the period where disco music peaked and many projects as such were a finale sound from the years of growth starting in the early 70s. “Dance, Freak and Boogie” is a track from the first album which is an anthem in the disco realm in outline of the excitement and dedication to those clamoring for that beat and the energy it creates. This piece features The Sweethearts of Sigma (Barbara Ingram, Carla Benson and Evette Benton) on vocals bringing the song to life as they have done throughout the mid-70s. More of the elements featuring percussion and electronic sequencers are the real stars as this one helps the mirror ball make its rotation throughout the night.

I have taken the album and 12” remix of “Dance, Freak and Boogie” and reassembled the rhythm segments into a new ReStructure Mix. The cowbells and bongos are used in pieces to give this new arrangement a new teasing attraction.

 

Broken Affair (PLAYLIST)


Broken Affair (PLAYLIST)

"Nobody's Stopping You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Peter Batah

“Heartbreak In Disguise" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Pattie Brooks

“I Can See Him Makin' Love To You, Baby" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Ray Dahrouge

“Can He Find Another One?" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Double Discovery


 

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

sincere (PLAYLIST)


sincere (PLAYLIST)

"Thank You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Judy B.

“I Love You So" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Manny's

“Gimme Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Shy Rose

“Turn Me, Turn Me, Turn Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Mary Love


 

COMING SOON! (SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION - 12/3/25) "Spring Rain" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rico



COMING SOON! (SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION - 12/3/25)
"Spring Rain" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rico

 

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Beauty & The Beat (PLAYLIST)


Beauty & The Beat (PLAYLIST)

"Disco Stuff / If You Love Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Claire

“Close Your Eyes" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Queen Samantha

“Life Dance" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sonia Belolo

“I Don't Wanna Lose It" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bambu


 

Monday, December 1, 2025

COMING SOON! (SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION - 12/1/25) "Losing My Mind" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Liza Minelli



COMING SOON! (SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION - 12/1/25)
"Losing My Mind" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Liza Minelli

 

TAKE THAT CHANCE - DANCE! (PLAYLIST)


TAKE THAT CHANCE - DANCE! (PLAYLIST)


"It Takes Heart" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Greg Perry

“Feel It, Don't Fight It" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Atkins

“Deep In The Night" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Stephanie Wells

“Heart Of Glass" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Blondie


 

Sunday, November 30, 2025

NEXT RESTRUCTURE MIX: "Dance, Freak and Boogie" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Nightlife Unlimited



NEXT RESTRUCTURE MIX:
"Dance, Freak and Boogie" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix
- Nightlife Unlimited

 

DISCO PALMS (PLAYLIST)


DISCO PALMS (PLAYLIST)

"The Best Disco In Town" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Ritchie Family

“Disco Dancing" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Rice and Beans Orchestra

“Let’s Go Dancing" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Rocky Mizell

“Discomania" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Lovers


 

Saturday, November 29, 2025

LIME 2 & 3 AGAIN! (PLAYLIST)


LIME 2 & 3 AGAIN! (PLAYLIST)

"On The Grid" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lime

“Angel Eyes" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lime

“Guilty" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lime

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


 

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

ReStructure Mix Update (11/25/25): ”Whispering Waves” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Donna Summer


Donna Summer released her first American album, “Love To Love You Baby” in 1975 - produced by Giorgio Moroder and Pete Bellotte. Following the success of the title track a demand for more of Donna’s early talent was in demand. “Whispering Waves” is from the B-side of the project and one of the ballads which play out like a lullaby and love song blended into one. Donna’s vocal range has always intrigued and hypnotized my  mind and ears. A rare quality she possessed to take a range and follow it throughout the song and this haunting lovelorn ballad is one of them. The story is set and we are taken into a question of where love goes when it dissipates.

I have taken the album ballad version of “Whispering Waves” and added a slight rhythmic track to this story for this ReStructure Mix. A new outline for those who can’t get enough of Donna and her endless talents. 
 

What Is An Anthem? (PLAYLIST)


What Is An Anthem? (PLAYLIST)

"Jump" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Pointer Sisters

“Strike It Up" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Black Box

“Everybody's Free" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rozalla

“High Energy" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Evelyn Thomas


 

Monday, November 24, 2025

NEXT RESTRUCTURE MIX: "Whispering Waves" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Donna Summer



NEXT RESTRUCTURE MIX:
"Whispering Waves" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Donna Summer

 

On Your Lips (PLAYLIST)


On Your Lips (PLAYLIST)

"Kiss Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Tin Tin

“Doctor Kiss-Kiss" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - 5000 Volts

“Kiss In The Dark" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Pink Lady

“Kiss You All Over" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Exile


 

ReStructure Mix Update (11/24/25): ”Love On Your Side” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Thompson Twins

 


Thompson Twins are Alannah Currie, Chris Bell and Tom Bailey - a synth-pop band from the early 80s where a shift in dance music was making some incredible sounds. “Love On Your Side” comes from their 1983 project “Quick Step & Side Kick” - produced by Alex Sadkin. One of their notable singles which include a complete feel of the group's sound and at the peak - the best. Heavy percussion follows throughout the song which exudes a distant lover who always seems to make the best of a troubled relationship which is on the breaks. This one also has the early 80s sound which makes the dance scene more exciting and promising as dance floors demand a move onto new ideas and concepts.

I have taken the 12” vocal and dub version of “Love On Your Side” and readministered a new arrangement for this ReStructure Mix. Using a new foundation for the rhythm track and adding a few new breaks to the recipe.

Sunday, November 23, 2025

NEXT RESTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION MIX 11/23/25): "Love On Your Side" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Thompson Twins



NEXT RESTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION MIX 11/23/25):
"Love On Your Side" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Thompson Twins

 

COMING SOON! (EDITION 11/23/25) "Dance, Freak and Boogie" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Nightlife Unlimited



COMING SOON! (EDITION 11/23/25)
"Dance, Freak and Boogie" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix
- Nightlife Unlimited

 

ReStructure Mix Update (11/23/25): ”Do Me Good” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – USA European Connection


USA European Connection is a disco project created by Boris Midney. Heard as a compiled production of sounds and musical segments onto an audible canvas - titled “Art Disco” following his 1979 disco-fication of “Evita” with his ensemble called Festival. The approach is one which evokes a sense of imaginative scenes which eventually blend into one musical piece. The European edge is the mid-70s influence of “Euro-disco” where heavy symphonic strings are lush and in abundance. “Do Me Good” is from the second project from his group USA European Connection from 1979. It is a more mature dose of his use of strings, horns and the wispy electronic touches to take a classical sound into a space arena of the future. It touches more on a display on pulses and sounds as his first project “Come Into My Heart/Good Loving” was made as an outline and began the dance floors obsession with his artistry and audible magic.

I have taken the album version of “Do Me Good” and blended the parts of this movement into a new ReStructure Mix. Making use of rhythmic parts of the original arrangement and giving them more breathing space. A completely new trip.
 

PROMISE (PLAYLIST)


PROMISE (PLAYLIST)

"Love Is On The Way" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Duncan Sisters

“Age Of Reason" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - John Farnham

“Fall In Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Ryan Paris

“It's Up To You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lian Ross


 

Saturday, November 22, 2025

NEXT RESTRUCTURE MIX: "Do Me Good" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - USA European Connection



NEXT RESTRUCTURE MIX:
"Do Me Good" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - USA European Connection

 

ReStructure Mix Update (11/22/25): ”Run From Love” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Bronski Beat


Bronski Beat are Jimmy Somerville, Stephen Granville and Steve Bronski - an 80s synth-pop group whose project “Age Of Consent” from 1984 gave high energy a new direction and outline. “Run From Love” is a single from the 1985 project “Hundreds & Thousands” - produced by MikeThorne. This eerie sounding piece has a haunting sound which plays out among the loneliness of a man whose relationship is a game of chase and chance. A wall of organ fused keyboards play out the mystery and darkness associated here and with Jimmy Sommerville's yearning vocal this one is a recording which plays out the Bronski Beat flavor.

I have taken the 12” version of “Run From Love” and utilized the vocal and instrumental to work a new frenzy into this ReStructure Mix. Taking the rhythm slower with a touch of percussion and a new twist of the arrangement. It works in a new way for both the senses and feet. 
 

BIG BAND improvisation (PLAYLIST)


BIG BAND improvisation (PLAYLIST)

"Puttin' On The Ritz" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Taco

“You Could Have Been With Me Last Night" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Primitive Fire

“I Remember Yesterday" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Donna Summer

“Manhattan Shuffle" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - (212)


 

Friday, November 21, 2025

NEXT RESTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION MIX 11/21/25): "Run From Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bronski Beat



NEXT RESTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION MIX 11/21/25):
"Run From Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bronski Beat

 

ReStructure Mix Update (11/21/25): ”When Your Heart Is Weak” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Cock Robin


Cock Robin is Anna Lacazio, Clive Wright, Coralie Vuillemin, Louis Molino and Peter Kingsbery - a band who is best known for their 1985 song “When Your Heart Is Weak” - produced by Steve Hillage. One of the powerful dance palace pieces of its time where the mid-tempo groove is intoxicating and convincing. After hours club is the first place I think of when I hear this track - a dance floor at 4 am swaying to the beauty of the message and the correct placement of a genre of music and its power. A production which out shines a pop-dance arrangement yet plays easily into the mesmerizing and almost haunting edge. This one makes the 80s worth the transformation of dance music into many independent musicians relaying their art to the dance beat.

I have taken the 12” vocal and instrumental of “When Your Heart Is Weak” and realigned the message into a new ReStructure Mix. Adding a rough deep bass foundation to the mix to give this one more of the club energy and a new leg to work on.
 

ELEKTREKFUNK (PLAYLIST)


ELEKTREKFUNK (PLAYLIST)

"I'll Do My Best (For You Baby)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Ritchie Family

“Who Dunnit" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gino Soccio

“Get It Off" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Cameron

“No Parking On The Dance Floor" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Midnight Star


 

Thursday, November 20, 2025

COMING SOON! (EDITION 11/20/25) "Whispering Waves" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Donna Summer



COMING SOON! (EDITION 11/20/25)
"Whispering Waves" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Donna Summer

 

NEXT RESTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION MIX 11/20/25): "When Your Heart Is Weak" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Cock Robin



NEXT RESTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION MIX 11/20/25):
"When Your Heart Is Weak" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Cock Robin

 

ReStructure Mix Update (11/20/25): ”Glam” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Lisa B.


Lisa B. is a British model who brought the runway to the dance floor with her 1993 track “Glam” produced by Paul Oakenfold, Steve Osborne and Rob Davis. The piece closely aims where Madonna’s “Vogue” left off and is an endorsement with the same energy and release. The full techo-house/rave arrangement gives us places here and there to feel the excitement as well as the reward of being ‘one-self’. A house song that would rock the edge of the dance floor any night and has rights to give permission to release your ‘glam’.

I have taken the original 12” versions of “Glam” to remap this one into a non-stop energy pill in this ReStructure Mix. The hard edged bass key and rhythm keyboards take over the original mix with just time for Lisa B. to give us direction.
 

CELEBRATE THE LOVE(PLAYLIST)


CELEBRATE THE LOVE(PLAYLIST)

"Love It Up Tonight" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Peaches and Herb

“Take Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Cerrone

“Color My Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Fun Fun

“Keep On Making Me High" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Unyque


 

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

NEXT RESTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL NINETIES EDITION MIX 11/19/25): "Glam" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lisa B.



NEXT RESTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL NINETIES EDITION MIX 11/19/25):
"Glam" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lisa B.

 

ReStructure Mix Update (11/19/25): ”Fantasy and Heartbreak” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Thelma Houston


Thelma Houston is one of disco music’s top achievements as her dance classic from 1976, “Don’t Leave Me This Way” has yet to cool down. Her vocal is the main attraction of this “soul to disco” cover of the 1975 original of Harold Melvin and The Bluenotes made dance floor surrender. “Fantasy and Heartbreak” is Thelma’s single from her “Qualifying Heat” project from 1984 - produced by Monte Moir of Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis’ Flyte Time Productions. This street arrangement outlines a realization of the inevitable downfall of a relationship that would not last. Thelma brings her question to her open mind and also accepts here that love is a ‘fantasy’ - a wonderful edge on something gone wrong.


I have taken the 12” vocal and dub versions of “Fantasy and Heartbreak” and have retold the story in this new ReStructure Mix. More of the soft street infused beats bring more reverb and effect to pieces to give the moment much more notice.
 

esthetics: the music of SAINT TROPEZ (PLAYLIST)


esthetics: the music of SAINT TROPEZ (PLAYLIST)

"One More Minute: - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Saint Tropez

“Je T' aime" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Saint Tropez

“Morning Music" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - St. Tropez

“Fill My Life With Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Saint Tropez


 

Tuesday, November 18, 2025

COMING SOON! (SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION - 11/18/25) "Love On Your Side" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Thompson Twins



COMING SOON! (SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION - 11/18/25)
"Love On Your Side" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Thompson Twins

 

HOUSE BUILDING (PLAYLIST)

 


HOUSE BUILDING (PLAYLIST)

"Love Is Calling" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Ella Toy

“Love To The Limit" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bridgett Grace

“Ride On Time" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Black Box

“Do It For Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Ann Consuelo


Monday, November 17, 2025

LOWER BPM OF LOVE (PLAYLIST)

 


LOWER BPM OF LOVE (PLAYLIST)

"Body Music" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Chris Rainbow

“(Looking For Someone To Love) Tonight" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Technique

“Love Will Always Find You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Donna Summer

“I'm Ready For Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Melody Stewart


Sunday, November 16, 2025

COMING SOON! (EDITION 11/16/25) "Do Me Good" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - USA European Connection



COMING SOON! (EDITION 11/16/25)
"Do Me Good" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - USA European Connection

 

The Arrow Hits (PLAYLIST)


The Arrow Hits (PLAYLIST)

"Right In The Socket" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Shalamar

“In The Middle" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Unlimited Touch

“I'm Glad That You're Here" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Alphonse Mouzon

“I'll Be The Music" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bonnie Boyer


 

Saturday, November 15, 2025

NEXT RESTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION MIX 11/15/25): "Fantasy and Heartbreak" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Thelma Houston



NEXT RESTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION MIX 11/15/25): "Fantasy and Heartbreak" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Thelma Houston

 

ReStructure Mix Update (11/15/25): ”I Don’t Know Anybody Else” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Black Box


Black Box is the big Italo-house project from Daniele Davoli, Mirko Limoni and Valerio Semplici. And features the dynamic vocals of Ms. Martha Wash on the first project titled “Dreamland” released in 1990. A head start to the pop-house movement which began in the late 80s but now matured into a whole new sound. “I Don’t Know Anybody Else” is the second single from the project and is a powerhouse dance track which gives us the variations of Italo-house as it was being created. An outstanding lead vocal from Martha and many moments of it kept alive are sampled releases following. Italo-house majestically shines here.

I have taken the 12” versions of “I Don’t Know Anybody Else” and worked the rhythms into a new layout in this ReStructure Mix. A showcase for the segments that mark this classic and a new way of interpreting it.
 

WOW - WARRIORS OF THE WEEKEND (PLAYLIST)


WOW - WARRIORS OF THE WEEKEND (PLAYLIST)

"Bring On The Man" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - WOW

“Moving Your Hips" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Squash Gang

“Saturday Night" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lauren Grey

“Everybdy Is Dancing" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Ken Laslo


 

Friday, November 14, 2025

COMING SOON! (SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION - 11/14/25) "Run From Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bronski Beat



COMING SOON! (SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION - 11/14/25)
"Run From Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bronski Beat

 

COMING SOON! (SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION - 11/14/25) "When Your Heart Is Weak" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Cock Robin



COMING SOON! (SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION - 11/14/25)
"When Your Heart Is Weak" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Cock Robin

 

4 DOSES OF ENERGY (PLAYLIST)


4 DOSES OF ENERGY (PLAYLIST)

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

“Coming Out Of Hiding" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Pamala Stanley

“Just Take My Body" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rudy

“(Everybody's) Dancing All Over The World" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Busta Jones



 

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