Monday, March 22, 2010

"Come And Get Your Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lime

"Come And Get Your Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lime

Disco in the 80's was a breath of fresh air with bands like Lime.

A fusion of electronics and a light flavor of simple love and life are the key influence here. Their 1980 blockbuster track "Your Love" kept dance floors all over the world waiting for the Lime II project. It was a simple hit with tracks like "Babe, We're Gonna Love Tonight" and "Come And Get Your Love".

I have taken the pulsating track by Denis and Denyse and given it a new flavor and arrangement in my ReStructure style. This one makes the percussion dance and the wait for the opportunity to showcase it's own.

Dedicated to Dominique of Paris and Loulou of The Netherlands - enjoy!

"Come And Get Your Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lime

"Come And Get Your Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lime

Disco in the 80's was a breath of fresh air with bands like Lime.

A fusion of electronics and a light flavor of simple love and life are the key influence here. Their 1980 blockbuster track "Your Love" kept dance floors all over the world waiting for the Lime II project. It was a simple hit with tracks like "Babe, We're Gonna Love Tonight" and "Come And Get Your Love".

I have taken the pulsating track by Denis and Denyse and given it a new flavor and arrangement in my ReStructure style. This one makes the percussion dance and the wait for the opportunity to showcase it's own.

Dedicated to Dominique of Paris and Loulou of The Netherlands - enjoy!

"I Am Woman" by Jessica Williams - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"I Am Woman" by Jessica Williams - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Jessica Williams has been a part of disco music during the vital years - from Arpeggio to French Kiss.

It is no wonder that her talent take on a new representation in 1999 with a techno-dance cover of Helen Reddy's 1972 hit "I Am Woman" - produced by Ray Burton. The track was featured in the film, "Trick" and cleverly so.

I have taken the production in a new realm along with the 1982 comedy, "Tootsie" starring Dustin Hoffman, Jessica Lange and Terri Garr - it is obvious where the connection is - a mouth full of laughs and great spotlight by Dustin!

Featuring scenes from "Tootsie" - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

"I Am Woman" by Jessica Williams - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"I Am Woman" by Jessica Williams - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Jessica Williams has been a part of disco music during the vital years - from Arpeggio to French Kiss.

It is no wonder that her talent take on a new representation in 1999 with a techno-dance cover of Helen Reddy's 1972 hit "I Am Woman" - produced by Ray Burton. The track was featured in the film, "Trick" and cleverly so.

I have taken the production in a new realm along with the 1982 comedy, "Tootsie" starring Dustin Hoffman, Jessica Lange and Terri Garr - it is obvious where the connection is - a mouth full of laughs and great spotlight by Dustin!

Featuring scenes from "Tootsie" - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

Friday, March 12, 2010

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

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

Martin Circus was a rock band formed in France in 1969 and are noted as being one of the first to use the French language in rock.

Their progression into disco music became more evident in the mid and late 70's. Their LP titled "Disco Circus" released in 1979 contains 2 of of the most intense productions in French disco history. "Disco Circus" was a big part of the Paradise Garage movement and was remixed for the venue.

"Ite Missa Est" is Latin and means something like "Go, the Mass is ended" - here in their musical piece they express a high energy feel with swooping keyboards and hard hitting percussion. The track is known for it's beauty and energy.

I have ReStructured the piece using the elements in extreme loops and adding a few more parts of the original to express a deeper form.

This mix is dedicated to Rick of Seattle, WA - for his dedication to keeping the beat alive in the more intense manner

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

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

Martin Circus was a rock band formed in France in 1969 and are noted as being one of the first to use the French language in rock.

Their progression into disco music became more evident in the mid and late 70's. Their LP titled "Disco Circus" released in 1979 contains 2 of of the most intense productions in French disco history. "Disco Circus" was a big part of the Paradise Garage movement and was remixed for the venue.

"Ite Missa Est" is Latin and means something like "Go, the Mass is ended" - here in their musical piece they express a high energy feel with swooping keyboards and hard hitting percussion. The track is known for it's beauty and energy.

I have ReStructured the piece using the elements in extreme loops and adding a few more parts of the original to express a deeper form.

This mix is dedicated to Rick of Seattle, WA - for his dedication to keeping the beat alive in the more intense manner

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

"Get The Look" by New Paradise - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Get The Look" by New Paradise - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

New Paradise were known in the late 70's as Paradise Birds - in the 80's producer Leo Carrier gave them the title New Paradise. One of the best known singles is "Get The Look" from 1981.With the help of percolating synthesizers and stark and deep keyboard arrangements this tracks moves fast and furious with much attitude and energy.

I have taken the 1990 documentary film, "Paris Is Burning" directed by Jennie Livingston and blended these energies together and looked to create homage to the fabulous world of fashion and drag. The film centers on the "ball culture" of New York City and the African American, Latino and transgender community, which created and keeps the runway alive.

A mixture of both vogue and pose are the energy to bring the track by New Paradise alive once again!

Featuring scenes from "Paris Is Burning" - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

This Disco Video Mix is dedicated to the ladies and gentlemen who appear and create "Paris Is Burning"

"Get The Look" by New Paradise - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Get The Look" by New Paradise - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

New Paradise were known in the late 70's as Paradise Birds - in the 80's producer Leo Carrier gave them the title New Paradise. One of the best known singles is "Get The Look" from 1981.With the help of percolating synthesizers and stark and deep keyboard arrangements this tracks moves fast and furious with much attitude and energy.

I have taken the 1990 documentary film, "Paris Is Burning" directed by Jennie Livingston and blended these energies together and looked to create homage to the fabulous world of fashion and drag. The film centers on the "ball culture" of New York City and the African American, Latino and transgender community, which created and keeps the runway alive.

A mixture of both vogue and pose are the energy to bring the track by New Paradise alive once again!

Featuring scenes from "Paris Is Burning" - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

This Disco Video Mix is dedicated to the ladies and gentlemen who appear and create "Paris Is Burning"

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

"Touch Me On My Hot Spot" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Saturday Night Band

"Touch Me On My Hot Spot" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Saturday Night Band

Saturday Night Band was like candy to a dance floor - the funky and chic productions by Jesse Boyce and Moses Dillard are a sound which helped disco music to move into a new phase.

"Touch Me On My Hot Spot" is a track from their LP "Come On Dance, Dance" on Prelude Records - it is the sound of pure disco music complete with lush strings and drums pounding out rhythm. The theme of this track is quite sensual and a bit driving. It was the perfect moment for a disco lesson.

My ReStructure Mix take the drums and gives them more spotlight as well a well moments for those lovely string breakdowns.

Dedicated to Jesse Boyce and Anand or requesting this New York classic

"Touch Me On My Hot Spot" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Saturday Night Band

"Touch Me On My Hot Spot" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Saturday Night Band

Saturday Night Band was like candy to a dance floor - the funky and chic productions by Jesse Boyce and Moses Dillard are a sound which helped disco music to move into a new phase.

"Touch Me On My Hot Spot" is a track from their LP "Come On Dance, Dance" on Prelude Records - it is the sound of pure disco music complete with lush strings and drums pounding out rhythm. The theme of this track is quite sensual and a bit driving. It was the perfect moment for a disco lesson.

My ReStructure Mix take the drums and gives them more spotlight as well a well moments for those lovely string breakdowns.

Dedicated to Jesse Boyce and Anand or requesting this New York classic

Sunday, March 7, 2010

"Boxer" by Twilight - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Boxer" by Twilight - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Twilight is an Italian disco ensemble - Massimo Zuccaroli, Fabio Sinigaglia and Claudio Zuccaroli. Their 1983 single "Boxer" is an example of the Italo-disco formula, which helped to set the stage for a new form of disco music.

The track emphasizes a dedication to succeed with the dream of self-discovery through the sport of "boxing". The track has a nice aura of early morning flavor along with a pop-rock edge. It works well with its sharp production.

The 1976 film "Rocky" starring Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burgess Meredith and Carl Weathers has some images that fit well, not only with the theme but the determination of our hero. I have combined several of the well-known excerpts from the film along with our disco track.

The film was directed by John G. Avildsen

Featuring scenes from "Rocky" - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

"Boxer" by Twilight - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Boxer" by Twilight - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Twilight is an Italian disco ensemble - Massimo Zuccaroli, Fabio Sinigaglia and Claudio Zuccaroli. Their 1983 single "Boxer" is an example of the Italo-disco formula, which helped to set the stage for a new form of disco music.

The track emphasizes a dedication to succeed with the dream of self-discovery through the sport of "boxing". The track has a nice aura of early morning flavor along with a pop-rock edge. It works well with its sharp production.

The 1976 film "Rocky" starring Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burgess Meredith and Carl Weathers has some images that fit well, not only with the theme but the determination of our hero. I have combined several of the well-known excerpts from the film along with our disco track.

The film was directed by John G. Avildsen

Featuring scenes from "Rocky" - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

"Love's Unkind" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Donna Summer

"Love's Unkind" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Donna Summer

Donna Summer, Giorgio Moroder and Peter Bellote were creating disco noise with many of their conceptual projects - from "A Love Trilogy" to "Four Seasons Of Love". It was 1977 when the cat was let out of the bag - "I Feel Love" and the "I Remember Yesterday" medley from the same LP brought a new light to the dance floor and sanctified disco music forever.

"Love's Unkind" is a track that is well-known among Donna's worshipers and is guaranteed to bring a sound back which not only is the "bobby-socks" era but also the high point of feel-good disco music.

I have ReStructured the piece from the medley and also added a few samples from a girl group that we all know of and also broke down the beats for a funkier feel.

"Love's Unkind" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Donna Summer

"Love's Unkind" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Donna Summer

Donna Summer, Giorgio Moroder and Peter Bellote were creating disco noise with many of their conceptual projects - from "A Love Trilogy" to "Four Seasons Of Love". It was 1977 when the cat was let out of the bag - "I Feel Love" and the "I Remember Yesterday" medley from the same LP brought a new light to the dance floor and sanctified disco music forever.

"Love's Unkind" is a track that is well-known among Donna's worshipers and is guaranteed to bring a sound back which not only is the "bobby-socks" era but also the high point of feel-good disco music.

I have ReStructured the piece from the medley and also added a few samples from a girl group that we all know of and also broke down the beats for a funkier feel.

Saturday, March 6, 2010

"Pushin' Too Hard" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Paul Parker

"Pushin' Too Hard" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Paul Parker

Patrick Cowley and Paul Parker together in 1982 is a landmark in disco history. Cowley's trippy synthetic arrangements were a part of the late 70's with studio bands like Fever ("Beat Of The Night") and also many of Sylvester's hit dance tracks (ex. "Dance (Disco Heat)" and "Stars") - it was the blood flowing through the veins of early high energy disco.

Paul Parker has continued to bring his wonderful vocals throughout the early period of high energy from the San Francisco disco movement of the 80's to present. His accomplishments only outline his dedication to the craft and his own heart.

"Pushin' Too Hard" is a rock classic recorded by The Seeds in 1966 - Paul does a excellent job following the energy of Cowley's keyboard magic and emphasizes the desperation well.

I have ReStructured this special B-side from the original 12" (was not available on Paul's first LP) and added a familiar riff and also some percussion, breakdowns and took advantage of that wonderful percussion loop ala Cowley!

"Pushin' Too Hard" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Paul Parker

"Pushin' Too Hard" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Paul Parker

Patrick Cowley and Paul Parker together in 1982 is a landmark in disco history. Cowley's trippy synthetic arrangements were a part of the late 70's with studio bands like Fever ("Beat Of The Night") and also many of Sylvester's hit dance tracks (ex. "Dance (Disco Heat)" and "Stars") - it was the blood flowing through the veins of early high energy disco.

Paul Parker has continued to bring his wonderful vocals throughout the early period of high energy from the San Francisco disco movement of the 80's to present. His accomplishments only outline his dedication to the craft and his own heart.

"Pushin' Too Hard" is a rock classic recorded by The Seeds in 1966 - Paul does a excellent job following the energy of Cowley's keyboard magic and emphasizes the desperation well.

I have ReStructured this special B-side from the original 12" (was not available on Paul's first LP) and added a familiar riff and also some percussion, breakdowns and took advantage of that wonderful percussion loop ala Cowley!

Thursday, March 4, 2010

"You Made Me Believe In Magic" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bay City Rollers

"You Made Me Believe In Magic" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bay City Rollers

70's boy band, Bay City Rollers is Alan Longmuir, Leslie Richard McKeown, Eric Faulkner, Derek Longmuir and Stuart 'Woody' Wood

Their big hit "Saturday Night" from 1975 made them a pop phenomena among young girls and the earliest signs of "boogie music" on AM radio. Their 1977 LP "It's A Game" contained the single "You Made Me Believe In Magic" - which has the essence of early morning disco music and much more.

The track is much like a David Cassidy love ballad - but with swirling strings and bongo driven verses that are all that early morning disco are made of.

I thank Franklin Fuentes from New York for turning me onto this missed little gem - it was produced by Harry Maslin.

My ReStructure Mix extends the original 2:41 single track to a near 8 minute dance cut - adding a new intro, percussion and some looping. It is a wonderful experience to hear those strings and pop-boy- vocals!

"You Made Me Believe In Magic" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bay City Rollers

"You Made Me Believe In Magic" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bay City Rollers

70's boy band, Bay City Rollers is Alan Longmuir, Leslie Richard McKeown, Eric Faulkner, Derek Longmuir and Stuart 'Woody' Wood

Their big hit "Saturday Night" from 1975 made them a pop phenomena among young girls and the earliest signs of "boogie music" on AM radio. Their 1977 LP "It's A Game" contained the single "You Made Me Believe In Magic" - which has the essence of early morning disco music and much more.

The track is much like a David Cassidy love ballad - but with swirling strings and bongo driven verses that are all that early morning disco are made of.

I thank Franklin Fuentes from New York for turning me onto this missed little gem - it was produced by Harry Maslin.

My ReStructure Mix extends the original 2:41 single track to a near 8 minute dance cut - adding a new intro, percussion and some looping. It is a wonderful experience to hear those strings and pop-boy- vocals!

"St. Tropez" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Diva Gray and Oyster

"St. Tropez" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Diva Gray and Oyster

Diva Gray began her career touring with Harry Belafonte. You may better know Diva as a session singer on the first Chic LP ("Dance, Dance, Dance"), Gregg Diamond's Starscruiser ("This Side Of Midnight", "Danger") and various Kenny Lehman projects including Lemon's "Freak On". Her voice is very distinctive and a great style.

Diva Gray was also one of The Harlettes (backup trio for Bette Midler). Her career lead her to a studio band produced by Luigi Ojival (C.K.B., Silver Shoes, Final Offspring) and is one of my favorite feel good disco projects. "Hotel Paradise" is the title track and the most uplifting for Diva's voice - a bit much like a child's nursery song.

"St. Tropez" is ReStructured here with a whole new feel and breakdown of the song - a funkier flavor and back beat. It being on of the most beautiful sounds of the big disco era - I wanted to keep the track alive.

Diva Gray also had a single produced by Jacques Morali (Village People, The Ritchie Family) in 1981 on Prelude Records - a cover of "Memories" from "Cats" - which is fabulous also.

"St. Tropez" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Diva Gray and Oyster

"St. Tropez" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Diva Gray and Oyster

Diva Gray began her career touring with Harry Belafonte. You may better know Diva as a session singer on the first Chic LP ("Dance, Dance, Dance"), Gregg Diamond's Starscruiser ("This Side Of Midnight", "Danger") and various Kenny Lehman projects including Lemon's "Freak On". Her voice is very distinctive and a great style.

Diva Gray was also one of The Harlettes (backup trio for Bette Midler). Her career lead her to a studio band produced by Luigi Ojival (C.K.B., Silver Shoes, Final Offspring) and is one of my favorite feel good disco projects. "Hotel Paradise" is the title track and the most uplifting for Diva's voice - a bit much like a child's nursery song.

"St. Tropez" is ReStructured here with a whole new feel and breakdown of the song - a funkier flavor and back beat. It being on of the most beautiful sounds of the big disco era - I wanted to keep the track alive.

Diva Gray also had a single produced by Jacques Morali (Village People, The Ritchie Family) in 1981 on Prelude Records - a cover of "Memories" from "Cats" - which is fabulous also.

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