SONG OF THE DAY: Inner City – “Good Life 2013”

Kevin Saunderson, one of the Belleville Three who started the Detroit techno sound, formed Inner City with singer Paris Grey in the late 80s.? Their classic track “Good Life,” seems to get a remix package every few years and for the 25th Anniversary, it stays in the family with Kevin’s son Dantiez contributing a mix.? Dantiez pairs with White Chocolate for a darker tech sound which has the true flavor of the original with a modern feel. The Contepella mix reimagines the track as urban flavored hiphop and really works on many levels.? The Disclosure-ish dub by Pig & Dan is also a highlight though a vocal version would take it over the top.? Another highlight is Markus Lauc Mix which adds a slightly commercial feel but keeps the cool feeling of the original.? Overall a strong set of remixes that pay homage to the original while giving it a modern flavor and DJs will no doubt be playing in their sets.? Another mix worth hunting down, is the Spanish language “Buena Vida” version which was released back in 1998.

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SONG OF THE DAY: Meital Dohan – “Give Us Back Love”

Israeli firecracker Meital Dohan made a big dent on the club chart with her playful “Yummy” and “On Ya” tracks.? Seemingly aiming for the big commercial crossover, she follows them up with “Give Us Back Love.” Yes, you can still hear and feel her fiesty nature but the more mature lyrics and expressive vocals makes “Give” stand out as the pop hit waiting to happen.? To insure a massive clubland presence, an incredible strong roster of international remixers – Sidney Samson, Hoxton Whores, Dave Aude, Juan Kidd, Disco Fries, and DJ Skee turn in a variety of house, electro and stadium takes that will fit any DJ’s set.? If you missed her first two single, go back and watch the videos – both are quite special.? Be sure to listen for “Give US Back Love,” it’s sure to make a lot of noise when it’s released.

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SONG OF THE DAY: RAC ft Kele Okereke and MNDR – “Let Go”

The Remix Artist Collective is a trio of producers who’ve made a name for them by remixing everyone from Lane Del Rey and Penguin Prison to the Gossip and Temper Trap. Their remixes aren’t always aimed at the clubs but rather reinterpret the original songs by adding new elements and giving them a new vibe.? They’ve also made the move to releasing original songs, first “Hollywood” featuring Penguin Prison and now “Let Go” with? Kele Okereke from Block party and MNDR.? The song title is kind of funny since Kele did a vastly under appreciated single with Martin Solveig called “Ready 2 Go.”? “Let’s Go” is smooth, shuffling and summery pop with a similar vibe to the recent “Young Love” by Felix Cartal and Koko Laroo.? Actually, the more I listen to the song, I keep flashing back to “Steal My Sunshine” by Len (but without the Andrea True Connection sample.)? It will be interesting to see if club remixes are forthcoming.

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