ReStructure/Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Monday, May 13, 2024

ReStructure Mix Update (5/13/24):”Everybody Dance” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Sister Sledge


Sister Sledge are Debbie Sledge Young, Joni Sledge, Kathy Sledge, Kim Sledge and Tanya Tiet. One of the early dedicated groups to disco music and known for their many dance floor hits. “Everybody Dance” was originally a track recorded by Chic in 1977 and since Nile Rogers and Bernard Edwards had lit the fire under these ladies career in the late 70’s a cover featuring their vocals in 1999 from a compilation titled “The Very Best Of Chic And Sister Sledge” – featuring current club/house remixes of their music. Sister Sledge takes this anthem and runs with it. With music that Edwards and Rogers were producing together it is no wonder these songs are a welcome sight in any context.

I have taken the compilation version of Sister Sledge’s cover of “Everybody Dance” and mixed new and old ingredients of the original Chic and the new version by the ladies for this ReStructure Mix. The transition from disco funk to the house version is an outline of the shifting sound of dance music throughout time. 
 

REEL DANCE (PLAYLIST)



REEL DANCE (PLAYLIST)
 
“House Inspector” by Mac Sample – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“I’m A Big Freak (R-U-1-2)” by Patrick Adams presents PHREEK – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

“Back To My Roots” by RuPaul – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Big T" by Matt's Fantasy Club - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera


 

Sunday, May 12, 2024

COMING SOON! (EDITION 5/12/24): "Everybody Dance" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Ta Mara and the Seen



COMING SOON! (EDITION 5/12/24):
"Everybody Dance" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Ta Mara and the Seen

 

DISCO SHINE (PLAYLIST)



DISCO SHINE (PLAYLIST)
 
"Sir Duke" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Stevie Wonder

"Fly Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Zell Black

"Silly Love Songs" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Paul McCartney and Wings

"We All Need Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Troiano

PLAYLIST - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLn4cfeBtaiQslcUybAzUQsGAZkr3SPww8


 

Friday, May 10, 2024

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Everybody Dance" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sister Sledge



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Everybody Dance" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sister Sledge

 

ReStructure Mix Update (5/10/24):”Change” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Barry White


Barry White is one of the moving forces in disco music during the seventies. His compositions and productions have always been celebrated on dance floors to the highest respect. “Change” is from his 1982 project by the same title and gives his brass hitting in a mercifulness manner. His forthcoming sight in the 80’s is a dance floor mover and gives us another chance to hear this master mature to another period of dance music. The track was co-produced by Jack Perry.

I have taken the 12” version of “Change” and placed this tribute in the ReStructure Mix realm. The horns give more than their performance here – they stomp deeper and control the breaks in this new remix.
 

4 ON THE FLOOR! (PLAYLIST)



4 ON THE FLOOR! (PLAYLIST)
 
"Countdown (Here I Come)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Kofi & The Love Tones

"Traffic Breakdown" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Boogie People

"Jump" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Pointer Sisters

"Magic Dancer" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Tamara


 

COMING SOON! (EDITION 5/9/24): "The Rock" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Tramaine



COMING SOON! (EDITION 5/9/24):
"The Rock" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Tramaine


 

Wednesday, May 8, 2024

FUNK ENCOUNTERS (PLAYLIST)


FUNK ENCOUNTERS (PLAYLIST)
 
"Take Your Time (Do It Right)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The S.O.S. Band

"Activate" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Sharon Redd

"Feel Alright" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Komiko

"Have A Good Time" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - The Salsoul Orchestra


 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "Change" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Barry White



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"Change" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Barry White

 

ReStructure Mix Update (5/8/24):”F.L.M.”” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Mel and Kim


ReStructure Mix Update (5/8/24):”F.L.M.”” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Mel and Kim

Mel and Kim is Melanie Susan Appleby and Kim Appleby who became one of the successful dance acts from production team, Stock, Aiken and Waterman during the late 80’s. “F.L.M.” is from their 1987 project and became their anthem in many clubs. The track is a celebration of life and the lighter side of the nightlife. The noticeable production from SAW works well with the harmonies these two ladies produce in energy and execution. Many clubs adapted this one as their close to the groove piece and had a very successful run along with several other singles from their project.

I have taken the 12” vocal and instrumental of “F.L.M.” and recreated the obsolete sound for this ReStructure Mix. The theme is the same yet there is more of the rolling bass and percussion to keep you company on the way.

Tuesday, May 7, 2024

Spinning With Love (PLAYLIST)



Spinning With Love (PLAYLIST)
 
"Loverboy" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Billy Ocean

"Cherry Pie" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – Sade

"I Can Dream About You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Dan Hartman

"Do You Really Want To Hurt Me" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Culture Club



 

Monday, May 6, 2024

COMING SOON! (EDITION 5/6/24): "We Got The Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lindy Layton



COMING SOON! (EDITION 5/6/24):
"We Got The Love" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Lindy Layton

 

COMING SOON! (EDITION 5/6/24): "Ride On Time" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Black Box



COMING SOON! (EDITION 5/6/24):
"Ride On Time" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Black Box


 

ROCK-WAY LOVE (PLAYLIST)



ROCK-WAY LOVE (PLAYLIST)
 
"I Was Made For Loving You" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Kiss

"Abracadabra" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Steve Miller Band

"Do Ya Think I'm Sexy" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Rod Stewart

"I Need You Tonight" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - INXS


 

Sunday, May 5, 2024

COMING SOON! (EDITION 5/5/24): "Fine Time" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - New Order



COMING SOON! (EDITION 5/5/24):
"Fine Time" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - New Order

 

80's VOLUME (PLAYLIST)



80's VOLUME (PLAYLIST)
 
"Stand Back" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Stevie Nicks

"Keep It Confidential" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Nona Hendryx

"Thief Of Hearts" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Melissa Manchester

"I Can't Go For That (No Can Do)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Daryl Hall & John Oates


 

Saturday, May 4, 2024

COMING SOON! (EDITION 5/4/24): "Let It Whip" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Dazz Band



COMING SOON! (EDITION 5/4/24):
"Let It Whip" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Dazz Band

 

NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX: "F.L.M." - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Mel and Kim



NEXT ReSTRUCTURE MIX:
"F.L.M." - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Mel and Kim

 

ReStructure Mix Update (5/4/24):”It’s A Disco Night (Rock Don’t Stop)”” – Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix – The Isley Brothers


The Isley Brothers are a soul ensemble who began their careers in the late 50’s. The ensemble includes Chris Jasper, Ernie Isley, Marvin Isley, O'Kelly Isley, Ronald Isley and Rudolph Isley. The group survived throughout the 60s and onto the millennium recording soul, disco and r&b. “It’s A Disco Night (Rock Don’t Stop)” is the single from 1979 and the project titled “Winner Takes All” – produced by Chris Jasper. This is their disco entry during the height of disco music’s craze and their soul and funk touch makes this one an old school classic. Very driving bass and percussion give the disco lights their purpose and the funky groove the dancer’s enthusiasm.

I have taken the 12” version of “It’s A Disco Night (Rock Don’t Stop)” and reworked the power groove into a new ReStructure Mix. A new disco downbeat is added to pound out the riffs and some new breaks added to give new excitement.

 

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