REISSUE: "Life Is Music" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Ritchie Family

REISSUE: "Life Is Music" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Ritchie Family The Ritchie Family are the fabulous divas who made disco music so luring and beautiful in the mid-70s. Created by producer Ritchie Rome (The Three Degrees, Jimmy Ruffin, Flower, African Suite) and co-produced and continued with Jacques Morali (Village People, The Lovers, Gypsy Lane, Patrick Juvet, Phylicia Allen, Dennis Parker). The project "Life Is Music" from 1977 was headed by the title track - and anthem of the same name. I have taken the 12" version on T.K. Records and have given the ladies a new ReStructure Mix to give the song a new feel and extended celebration. It is a true anthem - pure and simple. Dedicated to Nick and Lindsay who requested this beauty for a new sound. You boys make the dance floor in my mind to tempting and also allot more fun with the memories of the past in the current day! Thank you.  

REISSUE: "Happily Ever After" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Donna Summer

REISSUE: "Happily Ever After" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Donna Summer Donna Summer took discotheques on a magical journey with her 1977 double-album "Once Upon A Time". And with musical arrangement in the hands of disco producer, composer and conductor Bob Esty the story was complete. Each track in this package is a golden moment filling in the make-believe fairy tale of a modern day Cinderella. I have taken the finale closing dance track from side 4, "Happily Ever After" and decided to play with the rejoice in the closing of our tale. It is a ReStructure Mix which extends the original album version and gently takes segments into a deep-breakdown. It is a playful remix which only lends my play in one of my favorite musical productions ever!
 

REISSUE: “I Wanna Be Your Love” - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Rose

 

REISSUE: “I Wanna Be Your Love” - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Rose Rose is Elena Ferretti and a disco project from Italo-disco producer Giacomo Maiolini. The Italo-disco movement was one which helped to preserve the disco dance floor feel as well as create several new facets of dance music. High energy music soon became to being as this style of music morphed into a new influence. “I Wanna Be Your Love” is the fifth single by Rose and is one of the most beautiful. It is lyrical and also pumps enough synth and keyboard expertise to make a dance floor take notice. The vocal is a sweetness that is one of the assets of Italo-disco which made its own success. I have taken the original import 12” vocal version of “I Wanna Be Your Love” and created a new blossoming ReStructure Mix. This one uses parts of the original to make a new statement in a dub-like manner. More breaks and flowing edits make it an new dance experience.

COMING SOON! (EPISODE 3/27/21): "Litterbug" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gentle Persuasion

 

COMING SOON! (EPISODE 3/27/21): "Litterbug"
- Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gentle Persuasion

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "One Less Bell To Answer" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Pearly Gates

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "One Less Bell To Answer"
- Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Pearly Gates

 

ReStructure Mix Update (3/27/21) “Stars On 45” - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Stars on 45

 

ReStructure Mix Update (3/27/21) “Stars On 45” - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Stars on 45

Stars On 45 is an 80’s dance project produced by Dutch producer Jaag Eggermont and was inspired by a popular disc jockey medley titled “Bits and Pieces III – Let’s Do It Again” from 1980. The medley was a mix of various hits – disco, pop and rock blended over the beat/clap track of “Nanu, Nanu (I Wanna Funky Wich You” by Daddy Dewdrops. The medley was extended in the Stars On 45 version and released in several volumes featuring many genres of music and artists. It was a successful venture for the period and brought back the attention to many past pop hits.


I have taken the opening segues to the Stars On 45 medley’s and recreated a separate mic for this ReStructure Mix. Using parts of each and adding new percussion to give the new layout some energy.

HI-NRG in a Bag - Brown-baggin' It!

HI-NRG in a Bag - Brown-baggin' It!

"My Forbidden Lover" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Tapps - https://youtu.be/cnz2QI703NU

“Feel It” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Samantha Gilles - https://youtu.be/21q778ODRWA

"Disco Kicks" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Boystown Gang - https://youtu.be/O__pFYXemYQ

"Rofo's Theme" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rofo - https://youtu.be/Ftz82DrtL1o

"Fear" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Easy Going - https://youtu.be/uxYsHB-LdYQ

PLAYLIST - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZf_Di4CnGo33CZCw0ajwf7LjkeqaxGDT

 

REISSUE: "Fear" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Easy Going

 

REISSUE: "Fear" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Easy Going Easy Going released their second LP in 1980 titled, "Fear" - this marked a period of innovation in the alternative electronic disco chamber. The title track was well known by the peculating effects that linger throughout the track and of course the ominous "blood curdling scream" direct from our Halloween sound effects album from our childhood. The production was executed by Giancarlo Meo (Vivian Vee, Caludio Cecchetto, Capricorn, Queen Elle, David Zed) and assisted by Claudio Simonetti - the remaining tracks from this project are along the Euro-disco influence on Italo-disco. But, "Fear" remains one of the most incredible tracks and always stands alone on the dance floor. This ReStructure Mix gives way to an alternative mix with more breaks and a whole new series of effects to pump the mystery from this die-hard. Requested by Rene S. from The Netherlands and dedicated to his never ending support and love for the beat of disco music!

REISSUE: "Rofo's Theme" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rofo

 

REISSUE: "Rofo's Theme" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rofo Rofo is Ronny Verrept and Fonny De Wolf (Charity, Samantha Gilles, Michael Bow, Bianca). The first single from Rofo from 1983 "Flashlight On A Disco Night" egnited a new high energy sound in electronic music - followed by "I Want You" and "You Got To Move It On". A blend of rolling synthesizers and male/lounge-like vocals. "Rofo's Theme" is an instrumental track from 1987 which brought dance floors to their feet with it's fast furious keyboards and rolling-rolling bass sequencers. This on has always reminded me of "a day at the horse races" - it has that much energy! I have ReStructured the original 12" remix version and created an extended flowing intro and then had some fun chopping and re arranging much of the keyboard bridges and segues.

REISSUE: "Disco Kicks" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Boystown Gang

 

REISSUE: "Disco Kicks" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Boystown Gang Bill Motley brought the resurgence of disco to life in 1981 when no one believed it was possible. One of his first being "Ain't No Mountain High Enough"/"Remember Me" Medley from the Boystown Gang's first LP which featured Cynthia Manley on lead vocals. On his follow up project he broke down the concept with more of a high energy feel - focusing on a few covers from soul to classic easy listening songs to "Disco Kicks" (which was originally recorded by The Original Mass). This track pumped over and over and kept dance floors jumping all over again. It was pure excitement. I have taken Motley simple production and broke it into many pieces and then placed it together in this ReStructure Mix - it has a new flavor and arrangement. This one is dedicated to all of the die-hard high energy disco lovers who just can't get enough "kicks"!

REISSUE: “Feel It” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Samantha Gilles

REISSUE: “Feel It” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Samantha Gilles Samantha Gilles released a hi-NRG blast in 1984 with “Feel It’ – produced by Fonny De Wulf, who became one of the producers creating the independent club sound in the mid and late 80s. The track was an immediate hit and landed during a period of electronic dance music with the new high energy edge. Samantha became one of the noteworthy disco artists to watch for since her sensual vocal was an element filling the sound of a new dance era. I have taken the domestic 12” of “Feel It” both the Remix by Jim Callon (Glass Family) and the original to rework a new ReStructure Mix adding a new departure and destination for this pumping classic. I have used the clever calliope elements throughout this remix adding a new arrangement for several of the catchy riffs.
 

REISSUE: "My Forbidden Lover" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Tapps

REISSUE: "My Forbidden Lover" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Tapps Tapps is Allan Coelho, Barbara Doust, Candy Berthiaume and Tony DaCosta - a high energy group from the early 80s. Their big track "My Forbidden Lover" is one of the high energy preludes to the impact that dance floors would feel again during the mid and late 80s. The single was produced by Jean Zevers who also produced Ambiance I have taken the original 12" vocal and instrumental and created a new ReStructure Mix to tease the synths, vocals and beats of this classic song. It beats as a familiar 80s dance track - yet has it's own feel. This ReStructure Mix is dedicated to high energy fans everywhere!
 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Stars On 45" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Stars On 45

 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Stars On 45"
- Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Stars On 45

ReStructure Mix Update (3/26/21) “I Only Have Eyes For You” - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Bonnie Forman

 

ReStructure Mix Update (3/26/21) “I Only Have Eyes For You” - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Bonnie Forman

Bonnie Forman is a high energy project from Bobby Orlando from the early 80’s and during the reformation of dance music. Bonnie had a single released in 1982 titled “Walk Away” which charted very well on the dance charts and drew some attention to her raspy and rock edged vocal delivery. Here in this cover of The Flamingo’s classic “I Only Have Eyes For You” she gives another edge to the song which blends Bobby Orlando’s hardcore synthesizer and heavy percussion as a tough and raw love song – almost as a hard rock version would. This one is quite a surprise where an odd approach works in more than one way. Bonnie’s version was a welcome to those who wanted that 80’s edge and a rough of the upcoming high energy feel that was new for the period.

I have taken the vocal and instrumental of “I Only Have Eyes For You” and reedited a new ReStructure Mix for this winding and punchy version. There is a touch of the original doo-wop version injected to give those who love the piece another chance to find themselves lost in it again.

PARTY GIRL - WHAT WOULD WE DO WITHOUT THEM? THIS WEEKS "PARTY GIRL” IS BARBARA MANAFI!!!

PARTY GIRL - WHAT WOULD WE DO WITHOUT THEM?

THIS WEEKS "PARTY GIRL” IS

 BARBARA MANAFI!!!

“Have A Good Time” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – The Salsoul Orchestra - https://youtu.be/xa6aVfYJoMw

“That’s Where The Happy People Go” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – The Trammps  https://youtu.be/eSVRm1FjNJM

“Celebration” - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Kool and The Gang - https://youtu.be/1s6rrAGSgwQ

"Take It To The Zoo" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sunshine - https://youtu.be/N5DM9f2zz8c

“Dancing Is Alright" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - THP - https://youtu.be/V57v1F5u068

PLAYLIST - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZf_Di4CnGo1HBwuwuOCrNsSBpRkTQ3-K

 

REISSUE: “Dancing Is Alright" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - THP

 

REISSUE: “Dancing Is Alright" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - THP

THP (Three Hats Productions) are the sound of producers Ian Guenther and Willi Morrison who also brought us The Duncan Sisters, Skatt Brothers, Sticky Fingers, The Immortals and Southern Exposure. A bold blaring sound for disco music which helped to bring the power of the big “orchestral’ band sound. THP is a project not only based on their name but each project dedicated to a new sound for a new vocalist: Barbara Fry on “Two Hot For Love” – The Duncan Sisters on “Tender Is The Night” and Joyce Cobb on “Good To Me”.

I have taken the fierce track “Dancing Is Alright” from the “Good To Me” album and reworked it into a new ReStructure Mix for some looped action and fun with segments. One powerful disco album where each track stands on its own. A die-hard piece of vinyl for me!

REISSUE: "Take It To The Zoo" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sunshine

 

REISSUE: "Take It To The Zoo" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sunshine Sunshine are Donna Summer's sisters. Dara Bernard and Mary Bernard - they began as back-up for Donna during her few projects prior to the release of the "Thank God It's Friday" soundtrack. The project was produced by Arthur G. Wright (Paul Jabara, Rare Gems Odyssey and also from the soundtrack "Leatherman's Theme" from Wright Brother Flying Machine). The track is one of the memorable tracks not only the way it plays out "The Zoo" disco from the film - but also it's funk production and disco strings. The Bernard Sisters do a great job at giving a performance which is laid back, but also encompasses the energy of disco of late 70s.

REISSUE: “Celebration” - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Kool and The Gang

REISSUE: “Celebration” - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Kool and The Gang Kool and The Gang took the dance floor in 1970 when they released their first album. Their dedication to soul music and the eventual transformation of it into many genres and style throughout the 70’s, 80’s and even today. ”Celebration” is their big 1980 hit which made an impact from its release and is now an old school classic. Co-produced by Eumir Deodato and displays his signature keyboard riffs and play. The song has made dance floors feel the excitement that is an ingredient here and in many of Kool and The Gangs soulful club records. I have taken the album version – both vocal and instrumental to recreate the peak of the “Celebration” in this ReStructure Mix. It moves into a whole new realm of execution and is most definitely a play of the songs content.
 

REISSUE: “That’s Where The Happy People Go” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – The Trammps

 

REISSUE: “That’s Where The Happy People Go” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – The Trammps The Trammps are a soul ensemble from the 60’s whose influence of disco music is a great memory for many who experienced the transition in the mid-70s of soul/Philly blend to a club/disco feel. Their 1976 hit “Disco Inferno” is still an iconic piece of dance music. “That’s Where The Happy People Go” from the album by the same name is another anthem which brings a groove which helped to make dance floor intentity with both the music as well as the discotheque scene. I have taken the 12” version of “That’s Where The Happy People Go” and worked a new ReStructure Mix to bring out that hand-clappin’ groove with a new arrangement and a few added breaks. The chorus is one of the great tie-line with the mid-70s scene and brings back the excitement all over again.

REISSUE: “Have A Good Time” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – The Salsoul Orchestra

 

REISSUE: “Have A Good Time” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – The Salsoul Orchestra The Salsoul Orchestra released their project “How High” in 1978 and featured tracks produced by Colin Horton Jennings, Steve O’ Donnell, Ron Baker, Bunny Sigler and Ron Tyson. The dance number “Have A Good Time” is one of the songs which brought another bump to dance floors with its anthem flavor and homage to the disco scene. The track features The Sweethearts of Sigma (Barbara Ingram, Carla Benson and Evette Benson) on vocals and a funky groove with that Salsoul arrangement. I have taken the album version of “Have A Good Time” and reworked a ReStructure Mix to give the track a new facelift with some familiar percussion and repeat that “disco chant” with evidence that an era of uplifting energy will always bring to mind not only a great memory but continue to mesmerize us with rhythm.