Dear Fellow Dance Music Lovers,
This blog brings you the best in Dance Music and Club Classics; from early 87 (back in the daze) through to the present day.
For all those who rocked it all night until the early hours, to those that lived for clubbing and couldn't wait for the weekend to arrive. Enjoy and leave any comments on the blog or contact direct by email at pureclubclassics@live.co.uk
first release from shiva on ffrr this is the mindwarp remix that was on one of the promos, i think this mix came out on the cd single but was not on the vinyl release.
coming in at around 13mins its a long mix that builds & builds then go's off.
awesome vocals from louise dean (r.i.p) who would have been a big star if her life wasnt cut short in a hit n run by a drunk driver.....
Here comes another superb piece of quality dance music. Most people will be familar with Remake's track - Theme from Bladerunner, which was posted on the blog several months ago and is pure quality. Well this track is from the same 12" of what is a fantastic double A piece of vinyl. It first came out in 1993 and the piano is absoutely superb, very subtle, but very very nice and melodic.
Alright peeps, there's been some great posts put up by Russ recently. Nice one bro!!
Here's a real old skool classic. Perfect for those of you who like the Italian House "hands in the air" classics.
This one dates back to 1991 and still sounds great even today.
I love the line below - quality!! "Pacify me (passion), pacify me (emotion), pacify me; (obsession), pacify me; (devotion)"
This one goes out to my old mate Steve O - who I know is a big fan of this track.
Enjoy buddy!!
My word I remember hearing this for the first time in the Hacienda, not the kind of track you would expect parky to drop but he had a habit of doing that.
Alex party on the mix of this club banger that came out on multiply records in the UK.
The joy on my face when this dropped thru my letter box on promo still raise's a smile now.
Everybody knows Jomanda from the classics such as make my body rock/got a love for you/don't you want my love etc, but this is a real beauty that was released on us big beat records.
First heard this is on a Graeme Park tape & spent ages tracking it down, other mixes by E-Smoove are also on the 12" but this is the stand out version.
You may have noticed a couple of posts which have gone up recently by Russ Richardson who is a new contributor to the PCC blog.
Russ is a bonafide club DJ unlike myself who is just a dance music enthusiastic.
You will find Russ playing at all the top Club nights in Leeds and he shares the same passion for wonderful club music as I do.
So people you'll be pleased to know that they'll be more tracks than ever going up, but the same very high quality will most certainly remain.
So welcome Russ and keep on posting.
Not to be out done by my new recruit, I give you a huge old skool fave of mine from 1991. It's one of those tracks that I never get tired of hearing and rightly deserves the tag "old skool classic".
Great vocals, awesome piano and just a great old skool feel - what more do you want?? "Come on people, get on the move"
The Rapino Brothers - Reach To The Top (Original Mix)
another gem from the vaults that was played by many a dj in the mid 90's graeme park, allister whitehead,etc. remix duty by joey negro & was released on the azuli records label, it has rocked many a dancefloor, and while not being a bassline/organ tune it crossed over into that scene & was dropped at most of the big nites (casa's/niche), and it's still getting plays now.
this track first came to my attention back in 93 on a dave seaman mix from ark @ the corn exchange leeds, many month's i spent trying to track it down & was lucky enough to have a promo sent. it was picked up by emi for release but came out without this mix.
im sure you will all enjoy this track as much as i do
Now people I need your help.
After posting over 500 of the what are in my opinion some of the greatest tracks to ever hit clubland, I'm asking for your help to me find me a much sought after track. I (and many others) have been searching for this track for many months/years.
It was first brought to my attention by Mr Chris Day (from Chris and James), as a big track which they played out and always went down a storm.
I've managed to track down an edit from YouTube (thanks Starchaser for that).
However, I'd love to get hold of a full version. It's been on my most wanted list for the past 9 months. Someone out there must have a MP3 version??
Otherwise I'll have to beg Mr Day to get his records out of storage!!
The track is simply awesome - it's got an amazing kicking rhythm and although very much on a disco vibe, it is also incredibly fierce. It pulls the riff from Bumblebee United - Lady Bug - which has been posted on the blog some time ago. It takes that riff and absolutely electrifies it.
People I need you help. It's so rare it's not even on Discogs!!
If anyone can come back with a good MP3 version I promise them that'll post any track of their choice as the next post and give them a huge shout of appreciation.
The gaunlet's been well and truly been laid down. Can anyone step up to the plate???
The PCC challenge is on!!!
Now this may not be for all of you and some may think, slightly cheesy and happy hardcore-ish? But there was never any doubt that these kind of tracks absolutely rocked. Now I was never into hardcore and always thought that scene was pretty naff. But there was a time in the early to mid 90's (circa 1993) that clubs stopped playing all those classic Italian piano tracks, which us Northerners loved so much. While clubs liked Back To Basics, Hard Times, Hac etc were great, we still needed our fix of piano tunes now and again. Hence we'd throw in the odd night at Life, Bowlers or the Universe nights in Bradford and then come across tracks like this which were quality for the "hands in the air" posse. Slaves to the "piano choons" we were!!! If it sounds good then it is good - no matter if it's a bit cheesy. Are you with me or agin me??? P.S. I can assure you, I never wore white gloves, blew a whistle or wore a flourescent jacket. Lol.
Sticking on the house vibe people, get a load of this one. It's another huge favourite of mine and is a simply divine piece of house music from 1991. A superb re-working of the old Phyliss Hyman track. Superb vocals, a delightful little skippy house beat and some divine piano. It sounds very much like a Diana Ross track, but house-ified!! It's probably no surpise it's so good when you consider who is behind the track. Steve Anderson producing and Dave Seaman and Phil Kelsey on the remix - the perfect recipe for wonderful dance music. I just love this one, beautiful laid back house music at it's every best!! Don't you agree??
Yo people, "I know a place where we can go and get away from it all".
Wanna come along?? Some more quality, quality house music here for you. Surprisingly after over 500 posts this is the first Kim English post, but it won't be the last as she did some quality tracks and is a great vocalist. E-Smoove on the mix who is simply a fantastic remixer. always producing seriously good classic house tracks, tinged with just the right about of piano. My favourite part of this track is the vocal when it goes "Memories to share, air, air, air, air, air, air, air, air, air, air, air, air"" Love it!!
Totally love this one, which is a great re-working of the Farley "Jackmaster" Funk classic.
This gives it a totally different edge and really kicks.
It has that raw heavy edge that a lot of tracks from around the mid 90's had, not quite progressive house and not quite trance, but falling somewhere in between.
Hold onto your hats people, it's time for another biggy!!
Now not many tracks could get away with titling themselves "The Anthem", but this one can certainly get a way with it.
A few nice samples of Grace Jones' - Slave to the Rhythm and some other samples I should know, but can't recall, blending with some pretty banging piano creating some "Anthem".
This one was a bit of a monster back in 1994 and I believe Dave Morales had a hand in it.
Yes of course you do.
Well this will sure do the trick.
Another fine remix by the Loveland team, they certainly knew how to remix tracks.
Keep the feel of the original and bung in plenty of banging piano. Simple formula but very effective!!
This ones no different and really complements Barbara Tucker's powerful vocals.
Nice.
Hey did you know that Paul Taylor - DJ legend from Angels in Burnely was part of Loveland??
That explains why their remixes are always top drawer. Nice one Mr Taylor - Leg-end!!
Barbara Tucker - I Get Lifted
(Lovelands High On Life Mix)
Yes indeedy, loving this one. Quality, quality, house music!!
"My heart is on fire, My soul's like wheel that's turning"
"My love is alive, My love is alive, yeah, yeah, yeah"
Great track, great vocals, great lyrics, great piano, (another) great Bottom Dollar remix.
Need I go on??
Just wait for the piano at 6 mins 50 secs - absolutely lush!!!
Just simply love this track, pure class. I remember the Luvdup Twins playing it at Vague in Leeds in 1993 and the place going wild. It's just a really fantastic track, with such a great bouncy feel. I love all the instruments in it, the changes of key and the changes of tempo, a proper quality track. "Go Go Go Disco Kicks!!!" Amazing to think that this is 29 years old and it still sounds fantastic. Believe me - Disco still Kicks - when it's this good!!!
Good evening people, I hope you've all enjoyed a great week. Here to kick off the night is a corking track from 2000, with some belting lyrics. There appears to be some dilemma - does she choose Jay or Jane?? In the end I think she chooses correctly - do both, I'm sure Jay wouldn't mind (especially if he could watch) Lol. The track is pure quality with a superb organ breakdown, some great breathy vocals a quality thumping rhythm and those lyrics which are just pure class. What would you do? Enjoy people!!
La Rissa - I Do Both Jay And Jane (Woody Van Eyden Vocal Club Mix)
Alright people, I hope you have enjoyed the postings tonight.
As always with this blog I try to maintain posting the highest quality tracks out there, some of the gems that rocked clubland in the late 80's and early 90's which you may not have heard or have probably forgotten about.
However, it is always good to hear feedback - whether it's good or bad.
Music is totally subjective, so I don't expect everyone to agree with my tastes, however even negative (constructive) feedback is better than no feedback at all.
I ain't about to put up request for donations like some blogs and you must remember that all this is done for the love of great dance music and zero financial gain.
In many aspects you don't know how lucky you are nowadays, I spent literally thousands of hours and thousands of pounds in record shops in the 80's and 90's searching for and hunting down all my favourite tracks. Nowadays they are all freely available on the net.
Just remember folks - this ain't a public service, so show a bit of gratitude and if you are downloading the tracks which I hope you are, then at least drop a few comments in the comments box below the links to tell me what you thought about the tracks.
Anyone who follows this blog, will know that I'm a huge fan of Frankie Knuckles' remix work. There are very few remixers who consistently produce remixes of such outstanding high quality and one of the great things about Mr Knuckles remixes are the amazing piano chords which always feature so strongly. In my mind they are pure bliss and this one is no exception. The track is all about beautiful flowing piano, mixed with a touch of camp PSB pop. Maybe not for everyone, but in my mind, very, very nice. Are you with me, or agin me???
Pet Shop Boys - Left To My Own Devices (Frankie Knuckles Royal Piano Mix)
I've been meaning to post this for some time now. Believe me this is the only time you will see the word Hardcore featured on this blog. To be honest the track is not really hardcore, it was out before hardcore was really being produced (another one from 1991 - wjat was I saying about that being a vintage year??). This is a wonderful old skool tune and personally always reminds me of great nights at Angels in Burnley, as evereytime I went there is always seemed to be played. Needless to say it sent the dancefloor absolutely "radio rental". As soon as those opening bars and then when you heard "the rhythm is hot" people would be just lose it. It was a sight to see. Great track, great times, great memories, long gone, but never forgotten. A big shout out to Russ for reminding me of this one (and providing the remix version). However, in my mind you can't beat the original. That's where it was at!!!
IMHO and I know most of you out there feel the same, really quality dance music practically died post 2000. Yes, there have been some great tracks since, but not of the same quality and certainly not of the same quantity of the classics which were produced between 1987 to 2000. Still, it's good to do know that there is still quality out there if you search for it. However, most of the tracks nowadays tend to be pop songs which with a great remix turn them club friendly. This one fits that mould, thanks to a great remix from the Bimbo Jones team, who are probably one of the hottest remixers out there at the moment. About the track, well it's pure quality, really great vocals, decent lyrics, it has a really great atmospheric and feel through out and it builds really nicely. Folks it ain't club music as we know and love it, but it's really good and about as good as it gets these days. A big shout out to Drew G for bringing it to my attention. Nice one Bro'. Enjoy people!!!
Kelly Clarkson - Already Gone (Bimbo Jones Club Mix)
P.S. I'm not going to put up the link up, as this is the type of track that would get pulled by the DCMA. If anyone wants the link, drop me an email at the usual address.
Now I'm spoiling you tonight folks with another huge fave of mine and another track which is just simply stunning.
This has amazing piano, amazing saxophone and is quite simply a bloody top notch track.
A timeless classic, very much in the same mould as the Espiral track I posted earlier tonight.
Another track which dates back to 1991 - which was possibly the best year ever for club classics. It was right at the peak of the Italian House "piano tunes" era and those were the tracks which all us "Up North" simply loved.
By the way a big shout out to the guys at Tune ID for id-ing this one for me.
It was a track which I never knew of the name of until recently.
If you ever have any tracks which you need id-ing they usually come up trumps. Link is below; http://www.tuneid.com/
Respect Fella's.
Enjoy the track people - it's another PCC.
Loving this one, which was a massive track for the legend that is Oakey and was a track which he regularly used to drop to open his sets.
Now I was (and still am) a massive Roses fan, but never really got into Ian Brown's solo stuff that much.
To me when John Squire left the Roses, they were never quite as good.
This however is pure quality, assisted by a great remix from UNKLE.
A top notch track!!!
I've posted some real quality tonight (IMHO), so please spare me this one. Now this is real cheese, but do you know what, I can't help but love it. Euro House is not particularly my taste but this, is, well, catchy as hell. It just has a really, really catchy riff, some dreadfully cheesy vocals, but somehow I can't help but like it. I like the squelchy acid, the change of tempo, but it's that riff that does it. Apologies to all you purists out there, but hey, sometimes a bit of cheese is good for the soul. The PCC ethic is - if it's good post it, cheese an' all!! Enjoy!! Or if you hate it, let me know??
Another absolutely huge fave of mine. From the opening of the radio being tuned in to the deep "This Love" vocal, through to the amazing saxophone, the skippy beat, the awesome violin, then the progressive pounding rhythm throughout it's one of those tracks that is almost perfect. I mean come on people how many club tracks have a saxophone and a violin in - none that I can think of!! Bloody Brilliant!! Everytime you hear it, it sounds just as good as the first time you ever heard it, which just reinforces how timeless it is. It was absolutely massive in clubs dating back to 1991 and was one of those tracks played regularly over the years. Just a Massive track!!! Nuff Said!!!
Now I'd forgive you for thinking PCC has totally lost it, as this will be the second Bananarama post on this blog. Fear not though people both the tracks have been fantastic and huge club classics. This one is no exception, I had this on mix tape back in 1991 and it's taken me absolutely ages to track down the correct mix. Just ignore the fact it's Bananarama and immerse yourself in a truly wonderful Steve "Silk" Hurley remix. Be warned though the track is pretty addictive and don't blame me if you are caught singing "B B Banana B B Banana B B Banana Bananarama". Wicked, wicked House Music!!
Huge thanks to my old mate Antti for this one. Cheers buddy, it's one I've had lined up to post for some time. Put simply it's another fantastic remix by that man Mr Paul Gotel. For all those of you out there who love their remixes BiR stylee then you'll love this one. It's from 1998 and it takes you on a journey similar to the BiR remixes with lots of great breakdowns, peaks, some lush vocals, the whole track just has a great feel about it. Nice one Mister!!! Let's get on it - all those in favour say "Aye"!!!
Alright peeps, Huge apologies for the lack of activity on the blog recently, things have been v.hectic, plus I've just started a new job and hence time has been a scarce commodity recently. Well on a happier note you'll be glad to hear that I have some absolute belters lined up to post. Here we go, hold on to your hats!! Now this one dates back to 1990 and is quite simply a fantastic track. It takes a few minutes to get going, but just wait for what can only be described as one the of the greatest piano breakdown's in clubbimg history (yes it's that good!!) at 2mins 16 secs. This montsrous piano kicks in and is simply awesome. The rest of the track never quite reaches the same peak again, but that moment is just extra special. Enjoy, as I'm sure you will!!
Thelma Houston - Throw You Down (Down For The Count Dub)
I only came across this remix recently and have to say it's pretty fantastic and I've hardly stopped playing it since. Everyone will probably remember the more commercial version which was a big Madchester tune back in 1991 - I actually remember buying the 12" in 91, but as mentioned only came across this wonderful Steve Proctor remix recently (although it was doe in 91 also).
The remix is absolutely brilliant it takes a while to build so be patient, but then 4 mins 20 secs in it simply explodes into a wonderful piano breakdown and then from then on in, it simply blows you away as the piano just keeps building and building. Bloody Awesome in my opinion.
Fantastic work Mr Proctor who was one of leading lights in the early Acid House scene back in 1988 and he also produced some brilliant remixes around that time.
Another reason I love this track is for the "Can Yooooou Dig It" samples which are taken from the film "The Warriors", which was a true cult classic film and one of my favourite films as a young lad growing up.
It's basically about a gathering of gangs in the US and then the main gang leader Cyrus gets shot and a gang called the Warriors get blamed (even though they didn't do it). They then have every gang in NYC trying to do them over, trouble is the're hundreds of miles from their home town Coney Island and they have to fight their way from the Bronx through all the other gangs territories to get home.
It's a great film, if you haven't seen it - check it out. It'll probably feel a bit dated now, but it was made in 1979 and hence is now over 30 years old. Anyway enough about films.
Get into this track - Can Yoooou Dig It?? Yes, of course you can!!!
A huge, huge Hacienda fave of mine. I had many a great time bopping away to this in the Hac. A big shout out to Richie for supplying the "Parkside" remix from the legendary Mr Graeme Park. It's strange I've had this version in my archives for a while, but didn't have it labelled as the "Parkside Club Mix", then only to find that it's the mix I've had all along. Enough of all that, what about the track.? Well if you like quality house music then this is a must for you, it has everything a classic house track should have, a quality rhythm, great vocals, great lyrics and of course that fantastic bit of piano that Mr Park drops into all his remixes. Another word about the vocals. I'm not ususally a huge fan of male vocals, much preferring female vocals on club tracks, but these vocals are as good as any male vocals you'll ever hear. Trust me! I know you'll love this one peeps. A top track - Nuff said. Enjoy!!
Analogue City - It Was All About Love (Parkside Club Mix)
I've been searching for this track for many months and a huge shout out to my friends out there for tracking this down. A big shout out to Gav also for his assistance in this.
The track is a real classic and extremely rare indeed. Currently exchanging hands for well in excess of £100.
It was a huge track Up North at nights like Ark in Leeds and Bradford - when it was typcially played as last track of the night, dropped by Gary Norman - respect fella.
A true Pure Club Classic - Enjoy!!
P.S. It's very similar to the Sweet Louise version which I posted on the blog several months ago, but this version is by far the best!
P.P.S. Not sure which Louise the song is about, but Louise Redknapp is probably one of the most famous and she is pretty Sweet (pretty hot infact!!). Lol.
Hello People, I hope you are all well despite the freezing temperatures here in good old Blighty.
To all our foreign friends out there the weather we are having in England is the coldest for decades with temperatures well below -10 Degs C.
So to try and brighten (and warm )you up here come a few Balearic posts to remind you all of warmer climes and happy moments.
I've been spending quite a bit of time on the Balearic Beats site on Facebook of late and I'd recommend you to check it out, as there are some quality posts on there. http://www.facebook.com/topic.php?uid=386161785206&topic=13121#/pages/Balearic-Beat/386161785206?v=wall
Hence staying on a Balearic vibe here is one of my all time Balearic faves.
This track has absolutely everything, a fantastic vibe, wonderful sax, superb piano, great vocals, great lyrics and a fantastic sing along chrous. It was a huge track at Shoom back in 1988.
A truly fantastic track.
Enjoy!!
Dizzi Heights - Would I Find Love (Extended Version)
It's with great sadness that I learn of the passing away of a fantastic person who was a great contributor to the blog and shared many great tracks with me.
I know this track has been posted on the blog before, but it is posted again in tribute to Allison as it was one of her favourites (and one of mine too).
Allison you were an extremely special person and someone with a fantastic passion for wonderful dance music.
Rest In Peace - you will never be forgotten.
This track is solely dedicated for you, in your memory.
Apologies for the crap gag, but enough about the humour, this track is of the very highest quality.
As with all tracks posted on the blog, quality is the fundamental issue and here I present to you one of my all time favourite tracks. Quite why I didn't list this in my all time Top 30 is beyond me, a serious oversight on my behalf.
About the track, well it's simply quite awesome, dating back to 1990 it was well before it's time, in terms of feel and the epic journey which it takes you on.
Very few tracks in the early 90's were quite as epic as this, it really does take you on a full journey with many tempo changes and peaks.
Give it a couple of listens as it's one that grows on you as opposed to being truly instant, but after a few listens you'll be truly hooked.
Why, well quite simply because it's very, very special.
It's a track I over looked for my all time Top 30 and one which on reflection should be in.
It just has the most wonderful feel to it and was a Pure Club Classic of the highest order.
Like a lot of the great club tracks it's just so simple, but so amazingly effective.
The tracks which were made in the late 80's early 90's had that brilliant feel of authenticity that modern dance tracks rarely have. Today's tracks are over produced and too commercially polished.
This track just has a beautiful raw vibe about it.
It is quite simply stunning. If you don't like this one, then you must be tone deaf.
Trust me it's that good.
The opening bars also remind me of the theme in Scarface. Does anyone else feel that?
The track dates back to 1990 and is actually a blatant re-work of a Pete Shelley track called Witness The Change which actually dates back to 1981.
The Sined Roza version is simply speeded up, but what an amazing effect it creates.
Simply Awesome!!!!!!
Sined Roza - I Don't Know What It Is
(Extended Mix)
Pete Shelley - Witness The Change/I Don't Know What It Is
Shades of Rhythm produced a few siminal classics and there will be more posts from them in the future. They were also one of the biggest bands on the PA circuit during the early 90's.
As soon as you hear these opening vocals, all the memories will come flooding back.
"Here's another chane for you to dance with me!"
Followed by some of the greatest female wailing in clubland history!!
"I never thought I could feel this way about someone like you And yes she is responsible for everything I do She's not too easy She can afford to be a tease
She stands out from the rest, that girl has qualities I've never seen
Every time i see her Every time i see the girl Every time i see her Every time i see the girl
She leaves me breathless No one could take the place of you You can look but you can't touch 'cause what I feel for her is true I might sound possessive but if you see her you'd know why She looks good everywhere she goes She could turn your head as she goes by, that's why
Every time i see her Every time i see the girl Every time i see her Every time i see the girl"
Can you feel those memroies?? Goosebumps??
A great old skool track tinged with some beautiful piano. Can't beat it!!!
We all need a little bit of cheese now and again. It's an essential part of a healthy balanced dance music diet.
This one, well it is a bit cheesy, but still very nice.
It's one of those tracks which you shouldn't like, but you can't help to, it's just a really good track and ever so catchy. Very nice breathy vocals and a nice chugging beat all the way through, with some great key an tempo changes throughout.
The second post on the blog for Donna Lewis. I don't think this is quite as good as "Fools Paradise" but it is very good all the same.
Let me know what you think club classic or pure edam??
Here we have some more absolutely top drawer house music.
This was a track which had been on my "most wanted lis" for many months and I'd had lots of people supplying different mixes, but never the one I was after.
Well I finally got it, so a big shout out to Mark S for supplying it. Cheers fella.
Also check out his blog, most definitely one of the best out there;
I first remember hearing the track on (I think) a CJ Mackintosh - Essential Mix dating back to the early 90's.
It's got all the ingredients needed for a classic house track, superb vocals, excellent piano, a superb chuggy rhythm and a really great atmosphere throughout. Quite simply a pure classic house track. Beautiful!!
Right on Whitney. Here's a couple of absolute belters for you all, with thanks to the wonderful Whitney, her of the amazing vocal talents. First up is a really great piano laden monster from P.C.P. that absolutely rocks, featuring Whitney's fine vocals. The intro is absolutely lush - pure excellence!! The overall track is a real piano stomper - Huge!!! Next up is a huge Sasha mash up before mash up's even existed. He used to mix the two tracks Whitney's acappella of I Wanna Dance With Somebody over the top of Leftfield's Not Forgotten to fantastic effect. In those days Sasha was the God, there was no one to touch him. Two quality PCCs for you to enjoy people!!
Another classic old skool track for you, with a wonderfully catchy vibe.
The version I used to remember I'm pretty sure didn't have the "rave is your party" annoying vocal part in it.
Hence, if anybody has a mix of that version, I'd really appreciate them dropping me a link.
The track is superb but IMHO the "rave is your party" snippets really spoil it, as the rest of the track is blinding and certainly doesn't need the extra helping of cheese.
Regardless, it's still a huge PCC.
Get on this one, it'll be sure to stir some good old memories!!
Now remember what Tony said "Don't get high on your own supply". Pity he didn't take his own advice, hey? Scarface is probably one of my all time favourite films and I'd urge anyone who hasn't seen it to watch it. That era, the clothes and the styling of the film are all tops. There can't be anyone who hasn't seen Scarface, can there?? About the track well it samples load of Tony Montana (Al Pacino) from the film and is backed with a really catchy acid house type riff, coupled with some really catchy piano which skips in and out. You'll hear Tony giving Michelle Pfieffer quite a bit of abuse - just listen to the lyrics!! Top film, Top track, nuff said!!!
Excuse the Class A connotations, just my sense of humour!! Lol.
Now this is a track which I totally love and one which never fails to make me laugh, as it always has me in stitches, with the dead catchy riff, which to me actually sounds like somebody laughing.
Or is that just me?
The tracks a pretty pumping progressive number bordering on a trancey vibe, but very good and very catchy. That riff it gets me everytime.
New Order were and probably still are one of my favourite band.
From the early days of Joy Division right through to the recent days, they have always produced great tracks, not always dancefloor track, but just great tracks all the same.
Everyone always thought is was Barney Sumner and Hooky, who were the real talent behind New Order, so it was great when Stephen and Gillian decided to make a track and with typical New Order wit, decided to name themsleves "The Other Two".
The track's a really catchy vibey track and comes here with a great remix from Terry Farley and Pete Heller.
Those guys were certainly productive in turning out lots of quality house remixes in the 90's.
I told you I was going to mix it up a bit tonight. Well here is another huge favourite of mine. A big shout out to Wee-Ste, for tracking this one down for me, nice one fella. I've had the "Dark Mix" version for a while, but that's well a bit too dark for my tastes. This version is progressive house at it's finest, an absolutely corking track, with a superb break in it. I'm sure you'll all remember it when it when that synth riff kicks in at 1min 16 secs.
Pure Pure Quality.
Remember "Whatever you want, Whatever you dream" may come true, so don't stop wanting and don't stop dreaming!!
deborah cox
Now people I need your help.
Now this may not be for all of you and some may think, slightly cheesy and happy hardcore-ish?
Sticking on the house vibe people, get a load of this one.
Totally love this one, which is a great re-working of the Farley "Jackmaster" Funk classic.
Yes of course you do.
Just simply love this track, pure class.
Good evening people, I hope you've all enjoyed a great week.
Alright people, I hope you have enjoyed the postings tonight.
Anyone who follows this blog, will know that I'm a huge fan of Frankie Knuckles' remix work.
IMHO and I know most of you out there feel the same, really quality dance music practically died post 2000. Yes, there have been some great tracks since, but not of the same quality and certainly not of the same quantity of the classics which were produced between 1987 to 2000.
I've posted some real quality tonight (IMHO), so please spare me this one.
Alright peeps, Huge apologies for the lack of activity on the blog recently, things have been v.hectic, plus I've just started a new job and hence time has been a scarce commodity recently.
I only came across this remix recently and have to say it's pretty fantastic and I've hardly stopped playing it since. Everyone will probably remember the more commercial version which was a big Madchester tune back in 1991 - I actually remember buying the 12" in 91, but as mentioned only came across this wonderful Steve Proctor remix recently (although it was doe in 91 also).
I've been searching for this track for many months and a huge shout out to my friends out there for tracking this down. A big shout out to Gav also for his assistance in this.
Hello People, I hope you are all well despite the freezing temperatures here in good old Blighty.
It's with great sadness that I learn of the passing away of a fantastic person who was a great contributor to the blog and shared many great tracks with me.
Hello Peeps,
Another old skool classic here for you.
Not yet big on UK shores, this young lady is causing quite a stir in the US. 
Another top track dating back to 1998.
Another classic old skool track for you, with a wonderfully catchy vibe.
Now remember what Tony said "Don't get high on your own supply".
Excuse the Class A connotations, just my sense of humour!! Lol.
New Order were and probably still are one of my favourite band.
