NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "I Only Have Eyes For You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bonnie Forman

 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "I Only Have Eyes For You"
- Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Bonnie Forman

ReStructure Mix Update (3/25/21) “Can You Feel It” - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Cindy and Roy

 

ReStructure Mix Update (3/25/21) “Can You Feel It” - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Cindy and Roy

Cindy and Roy are Cyndi Wallman and Roy Wallman. This talented pair is husband and wife and also has shown a dedication to their music as they continued to entertain currently as The New Censations. Their disco project from 1979 was produced by Walter Kahn who also gave us Karen Young and Mizz. “Can You Feel It” is the single which received the most play and gave them a short lived prominence among the fading disco era into the 80’s. The production is one of the full on orchestrated moments and gives way to the end of the majestic disco period with a nice touch. The Casablanca Records finale in the new artist regime was one of substance for these two since they shared a talent in music as they continue to display today.

I have taken the album and 12” version of “Can You Feel It” and reworked both into more of a dub-like mix for this ReStructure Mix. It adds a few new elements via drum tracks to give the new “feel” a new sound. It is a tribute to the talents of Cindy and Roy and also the great Walter Kahn – who left us in 2013.

CUPID and The Beat - Shoot Your Best Shot

CUPID and The Beat - Shoot Your Best Shot

"Just Another Broken Heart" by Dorothy Moore - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera - https://youtu.be/vEuZCjh_kus

“Desire” - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Randy Crawford - https://youtu.be/wJNrFO5GNdQ

“Beauty and The Beast” by Love and Kisses – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera - https://youtu.be/75ORINH7NJk

"I Got That Feeling" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix -Love De-Luxe - https://youtu.be/Jpk8jcAvJBU

“Spring Affair” by Donna Summer – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera - https://youtu.be/s47f7ZvC_Sw

PLAYLIST  - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZf_Di4CnGo07dBi4z-79wLbZTurzNqrj

 

REISSUE: “Spring Affair” by Donna Summer – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

REISSUE: “Spring Affair” by Donna Summer – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Donna Summer earned her titled as The First Lady of Love with her sensual disco tracks from the mid-70s. Along with Giorgio Moroder, Pete Bellotte and Munich Machine many of her classic pieces were brought to life. “Spring Affair” is the first cut on her “Four Seasons of Love” project from 1976 and one of my favorites. A wonderful blend of love set in the changing of the annual seasons. I have taken the piece into this mild-romantic Disco Video Mix. Scenes for this venture are provided from the 1955 comedy-drama “Picnic” starring William Holden and Kim Novak. The Cinemascope film provides some of the yearning of love between William and Kim along with Donna soft panther-like vocal approach. The film was directed by Joshua Logan Featuring scenes from “Picnic” – RENT THE DVD! Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera Produced by Ken Emmons

REISSUE: "I Got That Feeling" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix -Love De-Luxe

 

REISSUE: "I Got That Feeling" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix -Love De-Luxe Love De-Luxe is a disco project from Alan Hawkshaw who also worked with Miquel Brown and his own 80s dance group K.I.D. (“Don’t Stop”). His album “Again and Again” features many of musicians from the Munich Disco Recordings – including Les Hurdle, Ray Cooper and Pat Halling on strings. The album was one of the Euro-disco gems of its time with the big crossover song, “Here Comes That Sound Again”. I have taken the album version of “I Got That Feeling” and have given it a new ReStructure Mix to give the verses a new layout and arrangement. It is one of the most beautiful recordings with the disco orchestration and synthesized backup.

REISSUE: “Beauty and The Beast” by Love and Kisses – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

 

REISSUE: “Beauty and The Beast” by Love and Kisses – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera Love and Kisses is a studio ensemble created and produced by disco pioneer Alec R. Costandinos (who also wrote Cerrone’s “Love In ‘C’ Minor”). The LP “How Much, How Much, I Love You” was one of the big Euro-disco statements of 1978 – the vocals on this recording were provided by Alec, Joanne, Stephanie, Sue and Sunny. “Beauty and The Beast” is from the album and is one of the magical symphonic pieces of disco history. From the earlier “Romeo and Juliet” and the first Love and Kisses album – this one ranks right alongside Costandinos' classics. I have taken the 1991 Walt Disney now-classic “Beauty and The Beast” and mixed the two – even though a much of the chorus sings about the tale and the Disney cartoon focuses on Belle, the spell and the The Beast. It is a short walk using both mediums to create a disco-movement with the wonderful animation. The film was directed by Gary Trousdale and Kirk Wise This Disco Video Mix is dedicated to Loulou S. from The Netherlands - the "beauty" who always shines. Featuring scenes from Walt Disney’s “Beauty and The Beast” – RENT THE DVD! Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera Produced by Ken Emmons

REISSUE: “Desire” - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Randy Crawford

REISSUE: “Desire” - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Randy Crawford Randy Crawford is a jazz/soul vocalist who made the 1979 track “Street Life” by The Crusaders an instant classic with her emotional and unique vocal. Her contributions to the dance floor scene also include “Nightline” from 1983 and “Desire” from 1986 which is produced and written by Reggie Lucas who also gave us great dance pieces from Stephanie Mills, Mtume and Phyllis Hyman. “Desire” is a yearning love song put to a heavy percussive and funk bass track which is more of what dance floors were moving to during the early 80’s. This one was always a favorite as Randy always sets my heart in the right direction with her emotion and aura. I have taken the 12” vocal, instrumental and drum beats of “Desire” to set a new ReStructure Mix afire. It has a synthesized into for the fantasy and need portrayed in the song. It leaves Randy in a clear stage of diva power where she belongs.
 

REISSUE: "Just Another Broken Heart" by Dorothy Moore - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

 

REISSUE: "Just Another Broken Heart" by Dorothy Moore - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera "Just Another Broken Heart" is a 1982 dance classic by Dorothy Moore ("Misty Blue") - the track was produced by Bob Montgomery (Johnny Rivers, Jim Hurt). It is a well known underground track among disc jockeys and hard core audiophiles. It not only is a successfully dramatic performance by Ms. Moore, but it also has one of the most incredible arrangements. "The Bodyguard" is a 1992 thriller starring Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner - a film passed with past possible stars such as Diana Ross, Ryan O'Neil and even Madonna as the lead. Luckily, we have Whitney taking the stage and leaving behind a trail of tears which I take advantage of in this Disco Video Mix. Featuring scenes from "The Bodyguard" - RENT THE DVD! Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera Produced by Ken Emmons

THE PUSH-&-PULL OF DISCO LOVE - motion of the heart

THE PUSH-&-PULL OF DISCO LOVE - motion of the heart

"Don't Come Crying To Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Linda Clifford - https://youtu.be/afw5GOZal6Y

"Don't Stop" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Motion - https://youtu.be/SxTa6zOy8y0

"Bad Reputation" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Ritchie Family - https://youtu.be/_6ZfKN1mLBg

“Substitute" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gloria Gaynor - https://youtu.be/Sde0wqEmh50

"I Don't Know What I'd Do (If You Ever Left Me)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sweet Cream - https://youtu.be/5tlcjUE-QRg

PLAYLIST - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZf_Di4CnGo2IJbOJSl25pWMd_pSihpgY

 

REISSUE: "I Don't Know What I'd Do (If You Ever Left Me)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sweet Cream

 

REISSUE: "I Don't Know What I'd Do (If You Ever Left Me)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sweet Cream From their LP "Sweet Cream and Other Delights" this single became an underground club hit - although many not remember the song until they hear the chorus it has such potential as a classic. The guitar tracks are truly the funkiest and along with the fantastic vocal ensemble make the song linger on and on. The main vocal is sang with a great energy and a relaxed soulful tone. Works like magic. I have broken the song into parts and used several loops to provid a new approach at dancing to this crafty little number. Thank to the magic man, DJ Joey Luciano in New York for giving the request and welcome him to Disco 935!

REISSUE: “Substitute" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gloria Gaynor

 

REISSUE: “Substitute" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Gloria Gaynor Gloria Gaynor is the elegant soul diva of disco! Her vocals have brought many dancers and music lovers to the heavens with her lovely and smooth approach. Gloria's first project, "Never Can Say Goodbye" on MGM Records was an instant hit on dance floors and was the first disco record to offer a non-stop medley of dance covers - assembled by the legendary, Tom Moulton. Her fifth album during the big disco boom in 1978, "Love Tracks" contained a single which was assumed as the big hit of the project - "Substitute". It is said that "I Will Survive" was placed as a B-side for the single but became the classic anthem standing on its own and even today being the most requested and played disco track ever. I have taken the 12" version of "Substitute" and have given it a ReStructure Mix to bring that wonderful pop-disco sound with a 50s flavor. Produced by Dino Fekaris and Freddie Perren this classic album is a mature sound for a disco performer who worked so immensely at her growing style.

REISSUE: "Bad Reputation" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Ritchie Family

REISSUE: "Bad Reputation" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Ritchie Family The Ritchie Family's 1979 album "Bad Reputation" had to have been the most anticipated release of that year - after all it was The Ritchie Family who made the dance floor a main stage - with their "Best Disco In Town" This production from Jacques Morali and Henry Belolo is one of the most exciting sounds of disco. The vocals by Vera Brown, Jacqui Smith-Lee and Theodosia "Dodie" Draher simply "kick-ass"! This is my kind of disco! I have taken the album version of "Bad Reputation" and have given it a new ReStructure Mix. This mix adds to the excitement and energy of the deceitful lover. Well, on to the next best thing...a Ritchie Family remix! This ReStructure Mix is dedicated to Hans R. de Vries for his non-stop support of the great divas of disco: The Ritchie Family! Thank you, Hans...you have a "good reputation" with me.
 

REISSUE: "Don't Stop" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Motion

REISSUE: "Don't Stop" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Motion Motion is a Canadian production from Gino D' Orazio and Tony Bentivegna - a production team who also brought to dance floors, Blue Lazer, Ladies Choice and Nightlife Unlimited. The changing sound of disco music in the early 80s became electronic and infused with the keyboards which introduced a new technology of sound for the period. "Don't Stop" is from Motion's first LP and was one of their most memorable tracks - it has a rolling bass sequencer that is the main formula for most of the projects of the time but work best with the infectious chorus and simple yet effective vocal. This ReStructure Mix breaks the song into many spots and adds a longer break arrangement. My attachment to this song came during a time when disco and high energy were being reintroduced to a whole new dance crowd.
 

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

REISSUE: "Don't Come Crying To Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Linda Clifford Linda Clifford is one of the disco stars that you can’t help but have grown excited waiting for the next release. After dance hits like “If My Friends Could See Me Now”, “Red Light”, “Bridge Over Troubled Water” and “Runaway Love” you had to have been warmed up by then. “I’ll Keep On Loving You” is Linda’s seventh album from 1982 and hits the target again with the single “Don’t Come Crying To Me” produced by Michael Gore. I have taken the fantastic 12” single of “Don’t Come Crying To Me” – mixed by Rusty Gardner and engineered by Paul Sabu and had a little ReStructure Mix fun. Adding a bit of drum mayhem to the finger-poppin’ groove this “no-other-than”-Linda track. It has the woman laying it out – now it is your turn to move or get out! Dedicated to the lady herself, Ms. Linda Clifford – who helped me believe not only in disco music – but also that disco divas are graceful, lovely and forever lasting!
 

COMING SOON! (EPISODE 3/23/21): "Satisfied" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Donna Allen

COMING SOON! (EPISODE 3/23/21): "Satisfied"
- Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Donna Allen

 

NER - Never Enoough Ross

 

NER - Never Enoough Ross

“Diana” by Julius Brown – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera - https://youtu.be/nJU6mJwIzHs

"It's My House" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Diana Ross - https://youtu.be/cMFpyF7BQWo

“Have Fun (Again)” - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Diana Ross - https://youtu.be/62ay1q3cWjg

“Pieces Of Ice” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Diana Ross - https://youtu.be/-HVu26s7ddU

“Touch Me In The Morning" by Marlena Shaw - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera - https://youtu.be/iopXiaJ0JPU

PLAYLIST - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZf_Di4CnGo0V-6BSCju7rdcy_fnqQJhi

REISSUE: “Touch Me In The Morning" by Marlena Shaw - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

REISSUE: “Touch Me In The Morning" by Marlena Shaw - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera Marlena Shaw placed a mark with Diana Ross’ classic 1977 ballad “Touch Me In The Morning” – along with producer Meco Monardo the song was disco-fied in 1979. Taking a song with such emotional content and delivery and creating an extension of its beauty is justice for Shaw – she recreates a scenario that not only takes the song further but also adds to it. With a remix by John Luongo this song is now a classic piece of disco music. I have taken Diana Ross’ fabulous “Mahogany” and placed this disco gem below the fashion and drama. It is not the Theme from Mahogany (“Do You Know Where Your Going To”) but it lends its tenderness to the Disco Video Mix. Featuring scenes from "Mahogany" - RENT THE DVD! Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera Produced by Ken Emmons I dedicate this Disco Video Mix to Tim from Scotch Plains, NJ who has given his meaning to beautiful music and also his respect for “The Boss – Ms. Diana Ross” – thank you, Tim
 

REISSUE: “Pieces Of Ice” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Diana Ross

REISSUE: “Pieces Of Ice” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Diana Ross Diana Ross moved into an abstract realm with her 1983 track, “Pieces Of Ice” along with producer Gary Katz. The song resembles a deep early morning number which brings a mysterious feel. It is obvious that a relationship is ending and a note is translated with an artistic mind. It was always a brave move for Ross in my ears and one of my favorite moods. From the album titled “Ross” and one of the most creative and clever video movements. The instrumental pulls out a rendering of the disco synthesizer into the 80s which is a perfect foundation for Diana’s moody and fearful vocal. I have taken the 12” vocal and instrumental to create this ReStructure Mix which ventures off into several journeys using the synthetic ‘pieces’. I used more of the instrumental and several effects to complete Diana’s imaginative tune into a new side of the dance floor. Always a favorite and waited for the time when this remix could be taken into a reality.
 

REISSUE: “Have Fun (Again)” - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Diana Ross

 

REISSUE: “Have Fun (Again)” - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Diana Ross Diana Ross is one of the iconic artists in music history. The success she created in the Motown era of the 60’s set a stage for a transition into the 70’s for another rein of original recordings for the soul and eventually disco music. In 1980 her album “Diana” was released and was one of the finishing touches for the end of the disco era – a project produced by Nile Rogers and Bernard Edwards of Chic, one of disco music’s headliners and very talented duo. Their sound along with Ross brought a new vehicle for continued success for both. “Have Fun (Again)” is another piece from the project which echoes the sound of the heavy bass guitars of Chic and the smooth disco strings and arrangements included. It is one of the numbers that received attention both on dance floors and fans. I have taken the 12” version of “Have Fun (Again)” and reworked a new ReStructure Mix with a new focus on the energy of the chorus and the excitement of this pairing. More percussion and beats are added to bring it higher and more evident that the party has begun.

REISSUE: "It's My House" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Diana Ross

REISSUE: "It's My House" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Diana Ross Diana Ross made the disco era complete with her 1979 LP "The Boss" - it was one of the moments in music history where the puzzle seemed complete. The title single of course is a landmark hit single for Diana - yet, "It's My House" being the second single release was just as powerful in a lower energy form. I have taken the 12" remix by Jimmy Simpson and have given it a new electro-vibe ReStructure Mix - using lots of the fantastic horns and strings arranged by John Davis to a new sound. The song is one that you can't stop singing once you have started - so "come on in!" Special guest appearance by Rupaul!