Thursday, May 21, 2026

ReStructure Mix Update (5/21/26): ”Don’t Drop Bombs” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Liza Minnelli


Liza Minnelli (daughter of Judy Garland) came a long way to become the stage legend throughout her career. Her teaming with dance/disco producers Neil Tennent and Chris Lowe (Pet Shop Boys) in the late 80s became an iconic moment for her talent. Taking Liza into their dance realm and utilizing the presence of a somewhat reluctant subject they transformed her Broadway roots into a pop-masterpiece. Blending her as a subject for themes and ideas for each of the tracks for the project titled “Results” was fabulously executed. “Don’t Drop Bombs” is a brilliant transformation of Liza asking her cheating lover to cease with the pain and although it was always clear that something was never quite right - she is ready to fight back and let go. The electronic arrangement explodes, literally over and over with clever riffs and moments where one wonders if the energy takes Liza into a very comfortable place.

I have taken the 12” vocal, instrumental and dub of “Don’t Drop Bombs” and reignited the song for a new ReStructure Mix. A layout which plays out for more new segues and drop-outs are created for this kitschy number.
 

SCI-FI/HI-FI (PLAYLIST)


SCI-FI/HI-FI (PLAYLIST)

"The Visitors" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gino Soccio

"Nebula" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Eclips 21

"Conquest Of The Stars" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Space Project

"Spacer Woman" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Charlie


 

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

DANCE ultimatum (PLAYLIST)

DANCE ultimatum (PLAYLIST)

"Ooh, La La" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Princess Bay

"I Don't Want To Talk About It" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Pamala Stanley

"Whatcha Gonna Do About It" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rozalin Woods

"Don't Come Crying To Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Linda Clifford


 

Monday, May 18, 2026

COMING SOON! - SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION: "From Here To Eternity" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Hananas




COMING SOON! - SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION:
"From Here To Eternity" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Hananas

 

COMING SOON! (EDITION 5/18/26): "Saved" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Grace Jones



COMING SOON! (EDITION 5/18/26):
"Saved" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Grace Jones

 

BEAT MOMENTUM (PLAYLIST)


BEAT MOMENTUM (PLAYLIST)

"Magnum" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Denis LePage

"Menergy" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Patrick Cowley

"Dance It's My Life" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Midnight Powers

"Ite Missa Est" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Martin Circus


 

Sunday, May 17, 2026

SENSUAL-SONIC! (PLAYLIST)


SENSUAL-SONIC! (PLAYLIST)

"Come Inside" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Fancy

"Love Dance" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Playmate

"Fingers" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lea

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


 

Saturday, May 16, 2026

DANCE! BUT DO NOT TOUCH! (PLAYLIST)


DANCE! BUT DO NOT TOUCH! (PLAYLIST)

"It’s Hot" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Unyque

"Hot Hot (Give It All You Got)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Debbie Jacobs
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"Cisselin' Hot" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Chuck Cissel

"Hot Leather" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Passengers


 

Friday, May 15, 2026

COMING SOON! (EDITION 5/15/26): "Put Yourself In My Place" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - TJM



COMING SOON! (EDITION 5/15/26):
"Put Yourself In My Place" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - TJM

 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX - SPECIAL NINETIES EDITION: "Don't Drop Bombs" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Liza Minnelli



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX - SPECIAL NINETIES EDITION:
"Don't Drop Bombs" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Liza Minnelli

 

ReStructure Mix Update (5/15/26): ”Keep Warm” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Jinny


Jinny is an Italo-house project from Alessandro Gilardi, Walter Cremonini and Claudio Varola. Their first single  “I Need Your Love” from 1990 set a formula similar to Black Box’s “Ride On Time” where a mixture of existing phrases from an underground classic dance track is followed by vocals and ad-libs (here provided by Janine Brown & later Carryl Varley) uniting two separate subjects to a pumping house rhythm. “Keep Warm” is their 1991 follow-up which is the most notable and received radio play here in the US as a part of dance sets. “Keep Warm” has a horn riff which beats the heck out of the flowing rhythm section which uses it as a cool towel during a sweaty workout. One of the treasures of the Italo-house period and one which gives off the sound which helped to move dance floors in a whole new direction.

I have taken parts of the various versions of “Keep Warm” and blended and edited pieces into a new ReStructure Mix to pump the house in the Italo-style. A new down deep pounds the pieces assembled again to praise the dance floor again.
 

Une touche sensuelle (PLAYLIST)


Une touche sensuelle (PLAYLIST)

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

"Touch Me Baby" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Ultimate

"Touch Me Now" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bravo

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


 

Thursday, May 14, 2026

The Key:

 

The Key:


Stevie Wonder taught us that “music is the key of life” - it was the first time in my life when I embraced music as magic in my world. After many years of spinning in clubs, houses and auditoriums I realize that it is also the “safe in our lives" - it helps and maintains those wonderful memories from the past and gives them a great soundtrack to replay with. Music is universal and gives me the need to continually celebrate its ebullient  magic.

- Glenn Rivera


Those Old Fashion LOVE SONGS (PLAYLIST)


Those Old Fashion LOVE SONGS (PLAYLIST)

"Without You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Chaz Jankel

"Star In My Life" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Paradise Express

"I Just Keep Thinking About You Baby" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Tata Vega

"Silly Love Songs" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Paul McCartney and Wings

 

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

PLUG-IN: 8TIES (PLAYLIST)

PLUG-IN: 8TIES (PLAYLIST)

"It's Alright" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gino Soccio

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

"Three Time Lover" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bardeux

"La Cage Aux Folles" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Le Jetè


 

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX - SPECIAL NINETIES EDITION: "Keep Warm" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Jinny



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX - SPECIAL NINETIES EDITION:
"Keep Warm" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Jinny

 

ReStructure Mix Update (5/12/26): ”Candy” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Mandy Moore


Mandy Moore is a pop-singer from the late 90s who released her project titled “So Real” in 1999 - featuring her dance single “Candy” produced by JIVE. The track is a catchy pop number which outlines an obvious connection to the Britney Spears sensation earlier and makes a few new marks on dance floors with the club remix versions by Hex Hector and Ritchie Santana. “Candy” is a high school crush brought to life with lots of dedication to a love who is resisting an invitation. The chorus is a catchy phrase which makes this song work along with Mandy adorable riffs here and there. 

I have taken the 12” remixes by Hector and Santana of “Candy”
 and blended them both into a new sweet ReStructure Mix. Layering the percussion of both along the new arrangement and some new breaks.
 

Bailando La Chona (PLAYLIST)


Bailando La Chona (PLAYLIST)

"Baila" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Afro-Cuban Band

"Guitarra" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Raul featuring J. Bonell

"Seville Nights" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Santa Esmeralda

"Capitol Tropical" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Two Man Sound


 

Monday, May 11, 2026

DANCE POWER! (PLAYLIST)


DANCE POWER! (PLAYLIST)

"Flashdane...What A Feeling" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Irene Cara

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

"Baila Bolero" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Fun Fun

"Fascinated" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Company B


 

Sunday, May 10, 2026

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX - SPECIAL NINETIES EDITION: "Candy" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Mandy Moore



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX - SPECIAL NINETIES EDITION:
"Candy" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Mandy Moore

 

ReStructure Mix Update (5/10/26): ”Can’t Give Me Love” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Pepsie and Shirlie

 


Pepsie and Shirlie are an 80s duo who began as back-up singers for George Michael and Andrew Ridgely of WHAM!. The road to their solo career came in 1986 with the release of their single “Heartache” - produced by Tambi Fernando. Their first album titled “All Right Now” was then released in 1987 giving them several successful singles including “Can’t Give Me Love” which is a track where one meets the obvious conclusion that a relationship is one sided and over. The yearning in this number works well as both ladies careen back and forth on the complicated details yet knowing that the time has come to make it the end. A nice soft edge of rock pieces together this infectious single and makes it all worthwhile to discover these two talented ladies.

I have taken the 12” version of “Can’t Give Me Love” and re-initiated the final word in a new ReStructure Mix. I have added more of the rhythmic portions and have given them more of an opportunity to kick this song up.

REAL SALSOUL! (PLAYLIST)


REAL SALSOUL! (PLAYLIST)

"I Can't Turn You Loose" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Anthony White

"As Long As You Love Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - True Example

"Hold Your Horses" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - First Choice

"Tangerine" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Salsoul Orchestra


 

Saturday, May 9, 2026

FASTER MODE (PLAYLIST)


FASTER MODE (PLAYLIST)

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

"House of The Rising Sun" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bona-Riah

"I Wanna Be Your Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rose

"You Turned My Bitter Into Sweet" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix –  Linda Lewis


 

Friday, May 8, 2026

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX - SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION: "Can't Give Me Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Pepsi and Shirlie



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX - SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION:
"Can't Give Me Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Pepsi and Shirlie



 

ReStructure Mix Update (5/8/26): ”Joy” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Staxx


Staxx is Simon Thorne and Tom Jones - a house music project featuring Carol Leeming on lead vocals. Their 1993 single “Joy” is one of the high points of house music in general. It has a fusion of techno lightly sprinkled throughout the piece with an uplifting energy which is truly infectious. This project is a formula which made house music the leading edge during the 90s. Also known as So Damn Tuff in prior productions this group delivers the title “joy” over and over again with a slammin’ outline and wonderful mood.

I have taken the 12” “Lovejoy Vocal” mix of “Joy” and revamped the energy for this new ReStructure Mix. There is a delay in the intro for the drama purposes and more of Carol’s exciting vocal.
 

DISCO NOIR (PLAYLIST)


DISCO NOIR (PLAYLIST)

"Dangerous" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Natalie Cole

"Secret Agent Man" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Ultimate

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

"Dead On The Case" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Disconnection


 

Thursday, May 7, 2026

COMING SOON! - SPECIAL MILLENNIUM EDITION: "Perfect Moment" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Mary Griffin



COMING SOON! - SPECIAL MILLENNIUM EDITION:
"Perfect Moment" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Mary Griffin

 

ELOQUENT EIGHTIES (PLAYLIST)


ELOQUENT EIGHTIES (PLAYLIST)

"Like A Virgin" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Madonna

"Keep On" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - D-Train

Baby Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Regina

"We Don't Have To Take Our Clothes Off" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Jermaine Stewart


 

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

COMING SOON! - SPECIAL NINETIES EDITION: "Keep Warm" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Jinny



COMING SOON! - SPECIAL NINETIES EDITION:
"Keep Warm" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Jinny

 

COMING SOON! - SPECIAL NINETIES EDITION: "Candy" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Mandy Moore



COMING SOON! - SPECIAL NINETIES EDITION:
"Candy" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Mandy Moore

 

COMING SOON! - SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION: "Don't Drop Bombs" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Liza Minnelli



COMING SOON! - SPECIAL EIGHTIES EDITION:
"Don't Drop Bombs" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Liza Minnelli



 

an assortment of LOVE (PLAYLIST)


an assortment of LOVE (PLAYLIST)

"Guilty" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lime

"Circles" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Atlantic Starr

"Precious Moments" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Nightlife Unlimited

"You're The First, The Last, My Everything" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Barry White


 

Monday, May 4, 2026

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX - SPECIAL NINETIES EDITION: "Joy" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Staxx



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX - SPECIAL NINETIES EDITION:
"Joy" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Staxx
 

ReStructure Mix Update (5/4/26): ”Roll” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Macho


Macho is a disco project from producer Jacques Fred Petrus - who also gave us Change, Rudy, Peter Jacques Band, Hi-Gloss, Revanche, Midnight Gang and Caprice. Along with arrangers Mauro Malavasi and Celso Valli, they brought disco music to its destination with the many dance floor hits and impressions left. Macho is one of their early projects from 1978 where a disco-fied version of Steve Winwood’s “I’m A Man” was taken into an electronic fantasy disco style. From there on the creativity was endless for their projects. “Roll” is from the second Macho project from 1980 and builds as the palate for their music always has. A fierce heavy guitar strom builds into a revelation of adventure and staking claim in constant roaming. It is a great follow up for those who are fans of Petrus and Malavasi along with their choice of chorus vocalist including Luther Vandross and Arthur Simms. 

I have taken the album version of “Roll” and re-initiated another trip for this ReStructure Mix. Stretching out the intro for the new direction and also providing more space for this infectious track to make it mark.
 

ELECTRIQUE (PLAYLIST)


ELECTRIQUE (PLAYLIST)

"Eurovision" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Telex

"High On Tech" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Roboterwerke

"Too Hot To Handle" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Giorgio

"Automat" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Automat


 

Sunday, May 3, 2026

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Roll" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Macho



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Roll" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Macho

 

ReStructure Mix Update (5/3/26): ”I Fear The Night” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Tyree


Tyree is a rap artist who released a 1987 house track titled “I Fear The Night” - also featuring his sister on lead vocal under the name of Chic. A fusion of early 80s street-beat and underground house music are blended here in a dub-like arrangement. Electronic syn-drums pound out the robotic feel of this cautionary tale of a woman who finds a reluctance to head out for a night of partying due to her paranoid placement. The vocal is more of a documentary of our heroine's terror of a force which she knows will meet her if she were to venture into the night up to a vibrato of operatic tones. The drums provide the narrative groove in that 80s genre and breaks are as generous as the instrumental. 

I have taken the 12” version and dub of “I Fear The Night” and re-administered a new place for this ReStructure Mix. Using the existing drums to recreate the arena in which this innovative piece helped to shape the style of house music during the 80s.
 

Saturday, May 2, 2026

ODE TO D.J. (PLAYLIST)


ODE TO D.J. (PLAYLIST)

"Blow Up The D.J." - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - TNT Clan

"Last Night A D.J. Saved My Life" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Indeep

"Hey! D.J." - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The World Famous Supreme Team

"D.J. I Wanna Be Your Record" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Moulin Rouge


 

Friday, May 1, 2026

ReStructure Mix Update (5/1/26): ”Kid Get Hyped” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Deskee


Deskee (Derrick Crumpley) is a house artist who brought the recipe for dance floors of the early 90s. Throughout the mid-80s house music began as an alternative mix for pop-dance tracks which began a formula for the clubs to dance into another layer of music. This was created as a response to dance floors and club patrons so its message was easily felt and understood. “Kid Get Hyped” is an anthem for house music not only does our main man pay tribute to the genre - our producer and conductor is Westbam who began in the electronic alternative dance genre and is one of the creators who helped bring the music to its popularity. The pumping energy is what house music was all about - rejoice! A nice blend of house, new beat and alternative dance that is evident from each layer.

I have taken the 12” versions of “Kid Get Hyped” and applied more of the means for this ReStructure Mix. The guest spot by 80’s rap group Planet Patrol is given more of the energy and diverse sound it created for history.
 

WEEKENDS AND FRIDAYS (PLAYLIST)

WEEKENDS AND FRIDAYS (PLAYLIST)

"Thank God It's Friday" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Love and Kisses

"Livin' It Up (Friday Night)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bell and James

"Weekend" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Mick Jackson

"Blame It On The Boogie" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Jacksons


 

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