Friday, June 27, 2025

D - R - I - O - S - C - O - K (PLAYLIST)


D - R - I - O - S - C - O - K (PLAYLIST)

"Rock Me Now" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Peter Batah

"We're Gonna Rock" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sabu

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

"Let It In (Rock)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Caution


 

Thursday, June 26, 2025

ReStructure Mix Update (6/26/25): ”Happenin All Over Again” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Lonnie Gordon


Lonnie Gordon is most recognizable for her force house tracks from the early 90’s however her voice reining the dance floor was initiated from her vocal with Quartzlock in the late 80s and their tracks “No Regrets” (a cover of Tom Waite’s 1967 ballad) and “Love Eviction”. Her solo career included the track “Happenin All Over Again” from 1990 - produced by Stock, Aitken and Waterman. This heartbreak song is another one of the pieces that Lonnie pours her heart and emotions into for an unforgettable performance in her own style. The house movement of the late 80s began to morph into several areas and this Italo-house layout became one of the many successful and lasting ones.

I have taken the “Hip-hop House” version from the 12” of “Happenin All Over Again” and challenged those beats again for this ReStructure Mix. The beats and hard driving synths playout in new edits and arrangement and more of the instrumental foreground is worked a few more times for effect.
 

a plethora of L O V E (PLAYLIST)


a plethora of L O V E (PLAYLIST)

"Love The One You're With" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gino Soccio

"Come Go With Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Exposé

"All Night Long" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - B.B. and Band

"I Need Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Capricorn



 

Wednesday, June 25, 2025

DANCE FRENZY! (PLAYLIST)


DANCE FRENZY! (PLAYLIST)

“Is There More To Life Than Dancing” by Noel – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Strive” by Gloria Gaynor – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Dancing Is Dangerous” by Noel – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Strike It Up" by Black Box - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Happenin' All Over Again" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lonnie Gordon



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Happenin' All Over Again"
- Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lonnie Gordon

 

ReStructure Mix Update (6/24/25): ”American Love” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Rose Laurens


Rose Laurens is a French vocalist who began her recording career in the early 80’s and continues currently releasing material. Her single from 1986 titled “American Love” produced by Jean-Pierre Goussaud is one of the synth-pop beauties of the mid-80’s. This mid-tempo track is a love note from an international lover dreading the departure of her romance to be. With Rose’s soft and emotional delivery this early morning production which seems haunting at times. 

I have taken the 12” remix on the Passion label and the 2 instrumental to transform this goodbye into a new ReStructure Mix. The segments which power this beautiful song are used again in new sections for this remix.
 

SHE HAS GOT SOME FUNKAE SHIAT! (PLAYLIST)



SHE HAS GOT SOME FUNKAE SHIAT! (PLAYLIST)

"My Love Is Hot (Caliente)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Lalomie Washburn

"Tell Me Something Good" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rufas

"Meeting In The Ladies Room" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Klymaxx

"Encore" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Cheryl Lynn


 

Monday, June 23, 2025

ORIGINS (PLAYLIST)


ORIGINS (PLAYLIST)

"Show Me Yours" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Corruption

"Hell Dance With Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Cappuccino

"Give Me Your Love (Inch By Inch)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Buffets

"Mommie (Erotic)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Kryptonite


 

Sunday, June 22, 2025

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "American Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rose Laurens



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"American Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rose Laurens

 

ReStructure Mix Update (6/22/25): ”Plastic Dreams” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Jaydee


Jaydee (Edgar Robin Albers) is a Dutch disc jockey turned producer/artist in 1992 with his big tribal house track titled, “Plastic Dreams”. This single hit clubs at the appropriate moment and became an instant classic among many club genres and playlists. The kick back arrangement focuses on the beat intervals and then on a mysterious keyboard jam session which became the sound of the early 90’s. One of the innovative tracks in the club/house sector and still rings true to its initial response.

I have taken the 12” version of “Plastic Dreams” and relayered the piece in a new ReStructure Mix. Taking a few pieces from French Kiss’ “Panic” and Marsha Raven’s “I Like Plastic” to even out the levels from different dance periods. 

This ReStructure Mix is dedicated to Jaydee himself.
 

DISCO TIPS (PLAYLIST)


DISCO TIPS (PLAYLIST)

"The Garden" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – ‘Lectric Workers

"Happiness" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Christopher Street

"Thief Of Hearts" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Melissa Manchester

"Casanova Action" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Latin Lover


 

Saturday, June 21, 2025

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL 90'S EDITION): "Plastic Dreams" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Jaydee



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL 90'S EDITION):
"Plastic Dreams" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Jaydee

 

ReStructure Mix Update (6/21/25): ”High Fly” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Difference


Difference is a French disco group whose single “High Fly” from 1979 is a track that was a hit on international dance floors. The track was produced by Jean Claude Ako and features his keyboards. This number is a fast moving song which wastes no time from the intro throughout the arrangement in stirring up as much bass and horns. It has been one of the rare pieces known by the disco audiophiles who dig deep in those bins. 

I have taken the 12” version of “High Fly” and readministered a new layout with a new and longer wear for this ReStructure Mix. I have added some new percussion and beats to this remix to give some new segments a go at the energy.
 

Thursday, June 19, 2025

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "High Fly" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Difference



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"High Fly" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Difference

 

ReStructure Mix Update (6/19/25): ”I Believe In You” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Kylie Minogue


Kylie Minogue is a British singer and songwriter who has taken the late 80’s as her starting point and has managed to create a stage for herself to date. “I Believe In You” is a single from 2004 and her 
project titled, “Ultimate Kylie” - produced by Scott David Hoffman and Jake Shears. This number is a dreamy love ballad directed at the heart of her love and belief in a love which seems to flow as well as this intrinsic track. The sequencer rolls into an almost climatic moment each time the chorus enters. It is one of Kylie’s lovely songs which reflect her sensual and towering grasp on her material.

I have taken the 12” original mix and segment of the “Mylo Dub” of “I Believe In You” and reapplied a new outline for a more underground ReStructure Mix. I have left intact the flowing verses and chorus and also taken segments into a deeper dub flare.

 

D-Syncopation (PLAYLIST)


D-Syncopation (PLAYLIST)

"The Belle of St. Mark" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sheila E.

"No Tengo Tiempo (Con Los Dedos De Una Mano)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Azul y Negro

"One More Shot" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Oh, Romeo

"Joey, Joey" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Vera


 

Wednesday, June 18, 2025

DISCO-SASSY (PLAYLIST)


DISCO-SASSY (PLAYLIST)

"No, No, No" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Strange Affair

"I Feel Disco Good" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Ritchie Family

"Funky Celebration" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Queen Samantha

"Goddess Of Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Soif de la Vie


 

Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Levels Of Love (PLAYLIST)


Levels Of Love (PLAYLIST)

"Love Power" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Roberta Kelly

"Tonight You and Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Phyllis Hyman

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

"Never Gonna Be The Same" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Ruth 'Silky' Waters


 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "I Believe In You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Kylie Minogue



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"I Believe In You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Kylie Minogue

 

Monday, June 16, 2025

ReStructure Mix Update (6/16/25): ”Save Me” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Lisa Fischer


Lisa Fischer is a r&b singer from the early 80’s who released her first album “So Intense” in 1991 - which contained her dance single produced by Naratha Michael Walden titled, “Save Me”. The track was a club hit and stirred more curiosity for this voice which released an echo of vibrancy and power. A desperate appeal for a lover to save her from loneliness and despair this piece works on many levels including the many riffs that ornate the arrangement. 

I have taken the 12” versions of “Save Me” and worked on piecing it together with the Red Zone house dub for this ReStructure Mix. New layers of the drum track are used in a new under current for the soulful energy here.
 

COMING SOON! (EDITION 6/16/25): "Money" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Flying Lizards



COMING SOON! (EDITION 6/16/25):
"Money" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Flying Lizards

 

COMING SOON! (EDITION 6/16/25): "Laser" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Laser



COMING SOON! (EDITION 6/16/25):
"Laser" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Laser

 

COMING SOON! (EDITION 6/16/25): "Happenin' All Over Again" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lonnie Gordon



COMING SOON! (EDITION 6/16/25):
"Happenin' All Over Again" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lonnie Gordon

 

ambient whispers (PLAYLIST)


ambient whispers (PLAYLIST)

"Save Your Love For Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Space

"Rhythm Of The World" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gino Soccio

"I Will Find You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Mohikana

"I Know" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - New Atlantic


 

Sunday, June 15, 2025

COMING SOON! (EDITION 6/15/25): "American Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rose Laurens



COMING SOON! (EDITION 6/15/25):
"American Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rose Laurens

 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL 90'S EDITION): "Save Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lisa Fischer



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL 90'S EDITION):
"Save Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lisa Fischer


 

COMING SOON!(SPECIAL 90'S EDITION 6/15/25): "Plastic Dreams" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Jaydee



COMING SOON!(SPECIAL 90'S EDITION 6/15/25):
"Plastic Dreams" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Jaydee

 

ReStructure Mix Update (6/15/25): ”Ultrawarp” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Laser Cowboys


Laser Cowboys are an electronic disco group produced by Mach I and John Anthony and was featured on the Italian disco label Italoheat. Their initial release from 1984 is a single titled “Ultrawarp” and set the stage for the imaginative execution of their music created, The moody sound of this track is reminiscent of Girogio Moroder’s “Chase” - however we are doused into a western blur of gunslingers and stage coach passers. The immediate sound is in the Italian disco flare and throughout their releases a definite growth of creative pieces are what this studio group is made of.

I have taken the 12” versions of “Ulttrawarp” and rewired the energy for this ReStructure Mix using the essence of the underground feel. It is more of use with both mixes combined and a drop out for a break from the roaring western drama in the background.
 

What Are Dreams? (PLAYLIST)


What Are Dreams? (PLAYLIST)

"Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Eurythmics

"Hopes and Dreams" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Albert One

"Dreams" -  Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gabrielle

"The Things That Dreams Are Made Of" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Human League


 

Saturday, June 14, 2025

COMING SOON! (EDITION 6/14/25): "High Fly" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Difference



COMING SOON! (EDITION 6/14/25):
"High Fly" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Difference

 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Ultrawarp" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Laser Cowboys



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Ultrawarp" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Laser Cowboys

 

ReStructure Mix Update (6/14/25): ”Hawaii Calls Me Home” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – D.D. Sound


D.D. Sound is a disco project produced by Angelo La Bionda and Carmelo La Bionda (La Bionda) and features Otto Bezloja and Tony Schwarz. Their 1978 single “Hawaii Calls Me Home” is one of their themed adventures turned love songs which gives us the steel guitars and percussion complete of a Hawaiian vacation. The song is a dreamy blend of disco orchestral pieces in a package which gives off the tropical flare that a location piece should. One of the beautiful arrangements from the La Bionda brothers with a l;ead vocal was delicious.

I have taken the 12” version of “Hawaii Calls Me Home” and revisited (literally) the island with more in intent with this ReStructure Mix. I have blended in some traditional drum rhythms over the sonnet and reworked some of the existing arrangements.
 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Hawaii Calls Me Home" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - D.D. Sound



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Hawaii Calls Me Home" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - D.D. Sound

 

BIRTHDAY LADY, LINDA CLIFFORD (PLAYLIST)


BIRTHDAY LADY, LINDA CLIFFORD (PLAYLIST)

Red Light" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Linda Clifford

"Don't Give It Up" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Linda Clifford

"Shoot Your Best Shot" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Linda Clifford

"If My Friends Could See Me Now" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Linda Clifford


 

Friday, June 13, 2025

ReStructure Mix Update (6/13/25): ”You’re A Superstar” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Love Inc.


Love Inc. is a Euro-house project featuring Brad Daymond, Chris Sheppard and vocalist Simone Denny (“All Things Just Keep Getting Better”). Their 1998 single “You’re A Superstar” is a club icon with its uplifting mood and positive lyrics. This one is a gem in the spinning world of dance music where an anthem surfaces here and there - and this one is it. This one packed dance floors for me during peak hours many nights. The track was co-produced by high energy producer, Vincent Degiorgio and also Brad Daymond.

I have taken the 12” mixes of “You’re A Superstar” and recreated this anthem with a new outline on this ReStructure Mix. I have added a few new drum tracks to cover in the energy and also divided the best of the mixes together.
 

THEEE DANCE(PLAYLIST)


THEEE DANCE(PLAYLIST)

"Dance Forever" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gaucho

"Just Let Me Dance" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Scandal

"Rhythm Is A Dancer" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - SNAP!

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


 

Thursday, June 12, 2025

COMING SOON! (EDITION 6/12/25): "I Believe In You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Kylie Minogue



COMING SOON! (EDITION 6/12/25):
"I Believe In You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Kylie Minogue

 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL 90'S EDITION): "You're A Superstar" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Love Inc.

 



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX (SPECIAL 90'S EDITION):
"You're A Superstar" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Love Inc.

ReStructure Mix Update (6/11/25): ”White Rabbit” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – David Diebold and Kim Kataluna


David Diebold is a San Francisco dance artist who produced several releases on the Patrick Cowley label, Megatone Records. His work focused on the electronic advancements in dance music taking over in turn what Cowley began to create in the early 80’s. “Sex Technology” is his 1990 project which features Kim Cataluna on vocals. Their single “White Rabbit” - a cover of the 1967 song sung by Grace Slick and Jefferson Airplane. A deep embedded drug culture seemed to attach itself to this track as it has a lyrical and somewhat masterful link to the children’s tale, “Alice In Wonderland”. This cover gives the song a new identity leaving the feel of the original intact and only with touches of recording technology and Kim’s fabulous vocal.

I have taken the 12” vocal and dub of David Diebold and Kim Kataluna’s cover of “White Rabbit” and induced a new approach to the song in this ReStructure Mix. A new play with the drum tracks and haunting melody giving a couple of new breaks time here.

 

MID-RANGE (PLAYLIST)


MID-RANGE (PLAYLIST)

"He's So Shy" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Pointer Sisters

"Don't Turn Away" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Thomas Dolby

"Take All Of Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Barbara Law

"Goin' Home" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Patrick Cowley



 

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

COMING SOON! (SPECIAL 90'S EDITION 6/11/25): "Save Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lisa Fischer



COMING SOON! (SPECIAL 90'S EDITION 6/11/25):
"Save Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lisa Fischer

 

TWICE BAKED (PLAYLIST)


TWICE BAKED (PLAYLIST)

"The House of The Rising Sun" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Santa Esmeralda

"You Keep Me Hanging On" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Soiree

"Venus" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bananarama

"Cecilia" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Mike Mareen


 

Tuesday, June 10, 2025

COMING SOON! (EDITION 6/10/25): "Ultrawarp" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Laser Cowboys



COMING SOON! (EDITION 6/10/25):
"Ultrawarp" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Laser Cowboys

 

COMING SOON! (EDITION 6/10/25): "Hawaii Calls Me Home" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - D.D. Sound



COMING SOON! (EDITION 6/10/25):
"Hawaii Calls Me Home" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - D.D. Sound

 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "White Rabbit" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - David Diebold and Kim Cataluna



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"White Rabbit" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix
- David Diebold and Kim Cataluna

 

ReStructure Mix Update (6/10/25): ”Come On (Shout)” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Alex Brown


Alex Brown is a vocalist who began her recording career in 1970 and later became a guest vocalist in the disco group The Simon Orchestra (“I Close My Eyes And Count To Ten”). Alex has a powerful voice which seems to echo on after each performance. Her single “Come On (Shout)” from 1985 is a track from the motion picture “Girls Just Want To Have Fun” and is produced by Gary Skardina and Marti Sharron. The song is a celebration outlining the freedom of dance following love and hits home in more places throughout the many crescendos in the arrangement. Alex’s vocal is the perfect remedy for this piece and gives the 80’s once again the identity of high energy/disco a memorable point.

I have taken the 12” vocal and instrumental of “Come On (Shout)” and lit the energy back to back for this ReStructure Mix. A new play on the intro and pieces along the way which interact with the energy are spotlighted. 
 

80's: Early Morning AM (PLAYLIST)


80's: Early Morning AM (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

"Imagination" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Laura Branigan

"Techno Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Ava Cherry


 

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