Katy Perry - The One That Got Away (Plastic Plates Remix)

I'm loving this Katy Perry remix and I'm not affraid to say it. 

Katy Perry - The One That Got Away (Plastic Plates Remix) by PLASTiC PLATES

Sneaky Sound System - Big (Oliver Remix)

Oliver strikes again with their remix of a new track off Sneaky Sound System's new upcoming album. It starts off with a nice disco/house feel that drops hard 2.5 minutes into the track as the "we can do anything" vocals fade into an electro landscape. Enjoy. 

Big (Oliver Remix) by sneakysoundsystem

John Legend - Rolling In The Deep (Edwin van Cleef Remix)

Here's a track that has been on repeat for weeks for me. It's Edwin van Cleef's remix of John Legend's cover of Adele's "Rolling in the Deep." Whew. Adele's original track is one I'm sure you all have heard, along with Villa's remix which was featured on a recent Magician mixtape, however I wouldn't be surprised if this one snuck by. Legend's soulful vocals bring out a different, deeper side of the song that is backed up with an absolute dance party behind it.

John Legend - Rolling In The Deep (Edwin van Cleef Remix)

Aeroplane - Mix Chart October

Newest monthly mix chart mix from TheFreshMode's favorite belgian duo, Aeroplane. Haven't had a chance to listen to it yet, but with a tracklist like this, how can it be bad? This will surely get you pumped for tonights set at Santos Party House in NYC and Friday's Inisders 2009 throwdown at Irving Plaza.

1. Simian Mobile Disco : Cruel Intentions (Maurice Fulton Remix)
2. Ali Love : Diminishing Returns
3. Ladyhawke : Magic (Donnie Sloan Dub)
4. Neurotic Drum Band : Robotic Hypnotic Adventure
5. Cloned In Vatican : Nina (Road To Cagliari)
6. Unknown
7. Golden Filter : Thunderbird (Villa Remix)
8. Royksopp : This Must Be In (The Bloody Sisters Remix)
9. Toecutter : Best Party Ever (Jordan Lightyear & Jimmy 2 Sox Remix)
10. Groove Armada : I Wont Kneel

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Arnaud Rebotini - Mayhem

Latest EP released in June from French house master Arnaud Rebotini. The B side "Pelican" is definitely more my taste. These tracks almost have a minimal feel to them. Thanks to our friends at I Keep Forgettin' for the link.

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RA Podcast #172 - Still Going

"Olivier Spencer and Eric Duncan are two guys with some serious disco credentials. As part of the Rub N Tug duo with Thomas Bullock, Duncan has been at the forefront of the current disco revival ever since their rowdy looped up version of Chicago Transit Authority's "I'm a Man" appeared on Rong Music, with remixes of Out Hud, LCD Soundsystem, Sly Mongoose and Roxy Music becoming dance floor staples in sets of more discerning disco and house DJs. Both Spencer and Duncan are part of edit supergroup How & Why alongside Rong co-founder Jason Drummond (AKA DJ Spun), and as one part of House Of House, Liv is responsible for the end of the night disco-house bomb "Rushing To Paradise."

As Still Going, it's been a long two years since the duo kicked off their production project with the memorably anthemic piano-house grooves of "Still Going Theme," but they've finally managed to follow it up. "Spaghetti Circus," which opens their RA podcast, is a totally different beast, with the outlandishly rousing voice of comedian/musician Reggie Watts riding atop the track's duelling guitars and galloping beat. London residents digging their RA podcast will be no doubt glad to know that the pair will be making their UK debut for Warm at Plastic People this Friday. We spoke to Liv and Eric about the mix, house music in New York and the "difficult second single."

"Still Going Theme" was a massive anthem. Did you feel much pressure when producing the follow up?

Not really. We actually started this record right after we wrapped on "Still Going Theme." Then got caught up on remixes and our respective Rub n Tug and House Of House productions. The players who contributed to the record were all tracked in LA and NYC over the course of the following months. We recorded Reggie (Watts) late this Spring. Took us a bit more time than expected to turn this one out, but we're quite happy with the outcome.

Where and how was the mix recorded?

We recorded it at Liv's studio in Brooklyn. A mix of 12-inches and CDs recorded through Ableton Live - quick and easy. It's a pretty good glimpse of what we play out. Also figured this mix had to cater to both the cubicle crowd and permanent vacationers ;-)

What are each of your production roles in the studio?

It's a collaborative effort.

Eric: Producer, arranger, programming, lyrics on "Untitled Love". Oh... and "beer getter" too.

Liv: Producer, recording and mix engineer, guitar, keys and programming.

Liv, your original productions tend to be collaborations. Is there any particular reason why this is the case, or do you just prefer to produce with other people?

I do see music as essentially collaborative. Technology has made it much easier to write, record, and mix by oneself. But what's the fun in that? Original productions aside, I find myself taking on more solo remixes lately.

Eric, are there any plans for original Rub N Tug material in the near future?

A Rub N Tug album was recorded in Brooklyn in September of 2008. We're still in the process of editing and adding final touches. Coming soon!

Liv, your Discogs entry says that you’re also a composer and sound designer. What projects have you been doing this sort of work on?

Mainly TV and advertising to date. With some sound art and the odd short film thrown in for good measure. These projects run through my Amalgamated Superstar outfit.

When you ask people about New York house music, clubs like the Shelter and Sound Factory tend to spring to mind. Do you think the city is turning a corner into a new era of house?

Hard to say... House music's always had a strong footing in this city but people tend to wax nostalgic about this kinda stuff. Arguably, there are fewer iconic house clubs here at the moment, but great parties do go off regularly. The same can be said for producers and DJs. The old school heads are still very much in the game, and a new generation's coming up fast behind them. So can't really say there's been resurgence per se. House never left us in the first place.

What are you up to next?

We're currently recording a follow up single and spending some time on the road DJing."

- RA

1. Still Going - Spaghetti Circus - DFA Records
2. Dr Dunks - Keep It Cheap
3. Cobblestone Jazz - Traffic Jam - Wagon Repair
4. Gui Boratto - No Turning Back (The Mole's MMD MIx) - Kompakt
5. Ben Klock - OK (Kenny Larkin Mix) - Ostgut Ton
6. 6th Borough Project - Just a Memory - Instruments Of Rapture
7. Tee Alford - Ready To...? - Area Code
8. Amplified Orchestra - Moon Voyage - Amplified
9. Canyons - Fire Eyes - DFA Records
10. Junkie XL - Cosmic Rave - Cosmic Rave
11. Social Disco Club - I'm Good For You
12. Junkie XL - Dream On - Cosmic Rave

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Justin Miller - DFA Mix for VIVA Radio

Glorious disco/house from DFA's Justin Miller. Great tracklist, great mix. Check it out.

1. Altair Nouveau - Showdown (DFA)
2. Q&A - Tumbling Cubes (DFA)
3. Wild Geese - Macho Disco Master (Flashback)
4. The Barking Dogs vs Club Silencio - The Guitar Man (Barking Dogs)
5. Danny Howells - right Off (Faze Action Remix) (Dig Deeper)
6. Eine Kleine Nacht Musik - La Serenissima (Modular)
7. Situation - Get On Up (Disco Deviance)
8. Amplefied Orchestra - Disco Trippin (amplified)
9. Canyons - Fire Eyes (DFA)
10. Plez - Can't Stop (Acid Rainforest Mix) (Plezure Records)
11. Shit Robot - Simple Things, Work it out (Serge Santiago Mix) (DFA)
12. Tiger and Woods - Time (Editainment)
13. 6th Borough Project - Hang On (Instruments of Rapture)

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Hercules & Love Affair - Sidetracked

A relatively new release from H&LA titled Sidetracked. Not my favorite thing they have done, but figured some readers of this blog will definitely enjoy it. The first disc is mixed, second contains the unmixed singles. Enjoy.

1. Westbam - And Party
2. Sax – No Pares (Don’t Stop)
3. Hercules & Love Affair – I Can’t Wait
4. In Flagranti – I Never Screwed Around Before
5. Dubwise – Hold me Real Tight
6. Fax Yourself – Sunshine
7. Todd Terry Project – Weekend
8. Daniel Wang – Zola Has Landed
9. Rhythm Masters – Oh Oh Why
10. Los Kings Del Mambo – Studio X
11. Dr. Buzzard's Original Savannah Band – I’ll Play The Fool
12. Ray Martinez Jnr – Lady of the Night
13. Gino Soccio – Dream On
14. Rainbow Team – Dreaming

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Miusha - Out of Mind (Blackfeel Wite Mix)

Although a few years old, this house track has been on repeat for me the last few days. An extremely dancey beat melds perfectly with Miusha's beautiful vocals. Perfect for sunrise or sunset.

Miusha - Out of Mind (Blackfeel Wite Mix)

Valerie and Friends

As promised here is the entire Valerie and Friends compilation. Pretty much hot fire all the way through. If you liked the Russ Chimes track posted a few weeks ago, then you will love this entire disc.

01 - Minitel Rose - Zombie Lady (03:37)
02 - Anoraak - Long Distance Hearts (04:05)
03 - Jupiter - Starlighter (03:15)
04 - DVAS - Inner Sanctum (03:47)
05 - College - The Light Of Your Dress (04:45)
06 - Keenhouse - Deep In The Forest (05:29)
07 - Electric Youth - Faces (04:11)
08 - Russ Chimes - Daytona (05:08)
09 - Maethelvin - Lost In Big City (03:16)
10 - The Outrunners - Runaways (04:56)
11 - Futurecop! - Eyes Like The Ocean (04:46)
12 - Moulinex & Press, Release - 1Stracklove (05:13)
13 - Symbolone - Last Scene (Daytona Mirage) (05:19)
14 - Xinobi - Woodstock (04:58)
15 - Narctrax - Excalibur Galactica (04:46)
16 - Loose Shus - Red Sonja (04:26)
17 - Steve Moore - Saturnalia (05:38)

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Sebastien Leger - Marina / Jungle

Check out these house/prog-house tracks from Sebastian Leger, Marina on the A side and Jungle on the B side.

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Lindstrøm - It's a Feedelity Affair (2006) and Where You Go I Go To (2008)

Here's two LPs from what some people call the creator of Space Disco, Lindstrøm. Both albums are necessary additions to any electronic music fans collection and are surely going to get you moving.

Lindstrøm - It's a Feedelity Affair

1. Fast & Delirious
2. Limitations
3. Music (in my mind)
4. Cane it for the Original Whities
5. There's a Drink in my Bedroom and I Need a Hot Lady
6. Further into the Future
7. I Feel Space
8. Arp She Said
9. Gentle as a Giant
10. Another Station
11. The Contemporary Fix

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Lindstrøm - Where You Go I Go To

1. Where You Go I Go Too (28:58)
2. Grand Ideas (10:11)
3. The Long Way Home (15:58)

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