by Darryl Von Rokk
I enjoy techno-influenced dance songs that have rap in them, yet aren't your typical 'rap' songs.
Like these!
Sonic Surfers - "Don't you give it up"I love the straight-ahead energy of this one!
Unity2 - "Buckwheat the Rebel"Clubzone - "Hands up"I was going to stop there but, I am in such an old-skool rave-music kind of mood, I just have to toss these out too!
L.A. Style - "I'm Raving"My favorite rave song!
The Movement - "Jump (headstrong mix)"My 2nd favorite rave song!
Nymphomania - "I want your body"
by Darryl Von Rokk
As someone who doesn't like the cold weather coming on, I'm going to hold onto summer as long as I can. This song does the trick!
"Suntan (freemasons vocal mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
DJ VooDoo and Tommy Serano have long outgrown the status of “newcomers” or “unknowns”. By now they have established themselves solidly amongst the elite DJ Stars and have become Hit Record Producers to boot.
Their first joint production under the name VooDoo & Serano became an instant major success. “Blood is Pumping” stayed in the Pop Charts for many weeks in Germany and managed a #19 position in the UK as well.
Here's the latest remix of that song.
"Blood is Pumping (2005 tribal mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
If you were never into the whole Boy George phenomenon, when he first hit with the Culture Club, then later on you would have missed this nu-jack floor slammer, after he no longer was relevant. Well, this song thrust him into a whole new side of dance music, which then lead to a career as a DJ.
"Don't take my mind on a trip"
by Darryl Von Rokk
Ever since yesterday I've been in a really good mood...almost like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders.
Sing along, everyone!
Armand Van Helden - "Got over you"
by Darryl Von Rokk
Not really a dance song, (it's a little too slow), but I had to throw this one out to ya! I caught the video to this song on one of the various link sites and immediately fell in love with it. I just love the 70's soul vibe to it, even though I was never really into that style.
Go figure!
"Who's lovin' your mama?"Watch the
Video
by Darryl Von Rokk
Champion Burns is one of the best production teams in the industry with their funky bass filled twisted tracks that drive the crowds crazy!
One of the things that I loved about 80's rap was the scratchin'. Champion Burns brings it full circle with this hard dance nu-style pounder!
"Scratchism"
by Darryl Von Rokk
Dab Hands - "Supergood"Samples
Sniff & the Tears - "Driver's Seat"...one of my favorite songs.
by Darryl Von Rokk
"To Nem Ai" is one of those infectious dance tracks that has been filling dancefloors nationwide. Sultry vocals over a funky house beat are the perfect combination for a dance classic!
by Darryl Von Rokk
The Lost Brothers are Harry Diamond, Sergei Hall and Kieron McTernan from Brighton in the UK and they knew what they were doing when they sampled parts of "Cry little Sister" - the main theme to "The Lost Boys" movie that most of us have never forgotten. The original vocalist, G Tom Mac (aka Gerard McMann) was so impressed with the remixes he offered to re-record the original vocal track! From there, the lost Brothers re-charged it, re-amped it, re-vived and re-VAMPED it!
"Cry little sister (club mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
I'm really high on this one. Reminds me of Missy Elliot & Timbaland breakin' off a funky beat, and then trying to put it back together.
"Trick or Treat"
by Darryl Von Rokk
Robbie's talent is recognized across the music industry and he is the first port of call for many an artist wanting the Rivera sound on their releases. Thoughout the years, Robbie has been comissioned as a remixer by a wide range of international artists.
Rivera's studio work is mostly inspired by the gigs he plays around the world. The demand for Robbie as a DJ comes from the likes of Ibiza, Barcelona, London, Greece, France, Italy, Moscow, Budapest, Berlin, Amsterdam, Dublin, Canada, New York, Miami, and Latin America.
Robbie Rivera vs Jesus Jones - "Right Here (main mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
Initially known as the pioneer of trance music, BT has arrived as one of the most cutting-edge artists and producers for a multitude of musical styles.
Whether he's crafting perfect pop hooks with *NSYNC, composing intricate scores with eighty-piece orchestras for films like The Fast and the Furious, collaborating with Sting on a track from his forthcoming album, or remixing emotional and languid epics for Sarah McLachlan, Tori Amos, Madonna or Seal, BT consistently balances creative and memorable songwriting, sonic innovation, and the latest technology for a cutting-edge, yet organic sound.
BT vs The Doors - "Break on Through"
by Darryl Von Rokk
Throwing out some awesome new stuff for your earholes! If you're not playing these at the clubs this weekend, you are out of your minds!
Porno - "Music Power (vocal mix)"An absolute MONSTER track. This one will be huge!!
Discofunk - "Your Love"D2 feat. Dan Diamond - "Bad Habits (speedy's skeleton's mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
One of rap's most influential acts during the 1980s, Eric B & Rakim made the sampling of James Brown records the main source for hip-hop's sound during the late '80s and early '90s, beginning with their stellar debut, Paid in Full.
While Eric B dazzled listeners with his turntable techniques, Rakim pointed the way toward the easy-rollin' style of the '90s with his laidback raps, though forceful in content. Each of the duo's first three albums achieved gold status, and they even managed the Top Five R&B hit "Friends" in 1989.
While working as a mobile DJ for New York's WBLS during 1985, Eric Barrier met William Griffin, a top MC who had grown up on Long Island. The two began recording together and emerged with "Eric B Is President."
The single appeared in 1986 on Harlem's Zakia label, and became a street sensation. Signed to 4th & Broadway the following year, Eric B & Rakim released their debut album, Paid in Full.
The LP's success led to a contract with Uni/MCA in 1988, and their second album, Follow the Leader, was released that year. Two more albums followed, Let the Rhythm Hit 'Em (1990) and Don't Sweat the Technique (1992), after which the duo broke up. By the mid-'90s, Eric B. had emerged as a solo act on his own 95th Street label.
"Follow the leader (gene carbonelles less equals more mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
Peter Brown was a disco singer from TK records who also produced music in the late 70's. His first major hit,
"Do ya Wanna get funky with me", was the first 12" version to sell over 1,000,000 copies in United States in 1977.
This is his best song!
"Crank it up"
by Darryl Von Rokk
Tune Brothers - "Mr. Roboto (origato remix)"Der Maschinenmensch - "Domo Origato"A kick-azz tune that samples Mr. Roboto. Try NOT to move while listening to this one!
by Darryl Von Rokk
I met a cool guy on Soulseek who turned me onto the 1st song. Be sure to check out his site,
Mark EP, which features his own remixes & mash-ups!
M*A*S*H feat. Stacie D - "I touch myself"Lenny Bartaldo feat. Kristy Kay - "I touch myself (extended mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
Before their latest CD, I considered
The White Stripes one of the most over-rated bands around. As a matter of fact, I couldn't stand them. But after listening to their latest CD,
Get behind me Satan, I have totally come around to their side. I get it now.
Now you get this!
"Blue Orchid (dirty funker blue mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
Erick Morillo has remixed everyone from Whitney Houston to Basement Jaxx, from the Sneaker Pimps to Macy Gray. He runs the legendary Subliminal Records empire and has collaborated with the likes of the Audio Bullys. He's a platinum selling artist and has topped the charts worldwide as the producer behind
Reel 2 Reel's hit
'I Like To Move It.'This is his latest!
"Waiting in the Darkness (superchumbo's wowie zowie vocal mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
The young playboy took a blind date to an amusement park. They went for a ride on the Ferris wheel. The ride completed, she seemed rather bored.
"What would you like to do next?" he asked.
"I wanna be weighed," she said.
So the young man took her over to the weight guesser.
"One-twelve," said the man at the scale, and he was absolutely right.
Next they rode the roller coaster. After that, he bought her some popcorn and cotton candy, then he asked what else she would like to do.
"I wanna be weighed," she said.
"I really latched onto a square one tonight," thought the young man, and using the excuse he had developed a headache, he took the girl home.
The girl's mother was surprised to see her home so early, and asked,
"What's wrong, dear, didn't you have a nice time tonight?""Wousy," said the girl.
"Lonely no more (Francois L. club mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
Born and raised in Vienna, Austria, brothers Konrad and Florian Schreyvogl formed a techno/rave duo called DJ Taylor & Flow in the late '90s after working as audio technicians and sound engineers.
Their sacred-experimental techno, based on a mix of prayers and spoken words from the Bible with electronic rhythms, debuted in the U.S. with the release of a six-track maxi-single called Gott Tanzte in October 2000.
Er,........their newest release is just a little bit different!
"Pussyshavers (steve murano remix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
More cool stuff that doesn't fit into the dance category:
T. Raumschmiere - "Blitzrieg Pop"Reminds me of a grittier Nine Inch Nails!
Technical Itch & Kemal - "Calling V.I.P."Industrial D'n'B, with some reggae vocals thrown in at the end.
Burning Rome - "Once Over"If you like Pat Benatar, you'll enjoy this one!
by Darryl Von Rokk
What will, without a doubt be the next massive crossover dance single,
MOUSTACHE delivers a familiar hook from
Fleetwood Mac's immortal
"Everywhere" & turns it into a modern feel-good dance anthem.
Moustache show how well a cover version can be done & vocalist
Melinda Jackson shows how well she can channel
Christine McVie.
"Everywhere (finla mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
Here is another instance of a cover being much better than the original. The
Londonbeat track gets roughed up & tumbled into a dancefloor frenzy!
"I've been thinking about you (original vocal mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
When songwriter and vocalist Sheila Brody sings, she transports listeners to another emotional place, as each chord of her voice touches a tender zone in the heart. Her tone is familiar – her words too, as they stir deep down in the soft part of your wounded soul. She makes your heart joyful, makes you shout, as she disperses soothing medicine to make everything alright through lyrics in which she tells the story of a woman whose spirit cannot be broken. They are stories we can all relate to.
"U ain't that good (hector fonseca mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
A woman walks into a drugstore and asks the pharmacist if he sells size extra large condoms.
He replies,
"Yes we do. Would you like to buy some?" She responds,
"No sir, but do you mind if I wait around here until someone does?""Sexual Healing (phonik remix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
A couple just got married and on the night of their honeymoon before passionate love, the wife tells the husband,
"Please be gentle, I'm still a virgin." The husband being shocked, replied,
"How's this possible? You've been married three times before." The wife responds,
"Well, my first husband was a gynecologist and all he wanted to do was look at it. My second husband was a psychiatrist and all he wanted to do was talk about it. Finally, my third husband was a stamp collector and all he wanted to do was.........oh, do I miss him!""Rock your Baby (beach club mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
EAST CLUBBERS are a polish DJ team founded by DJ Silver (Dj, showman) and Janardana (music producer). Their goal is to create melodic tracks, not so sophisticated, but good for listening and dancing. Their songs combine all elements of dance music from their previous projects (Clubringer, DPM, Trinity, Janardana).
"Beat is Coming (dj lazzaro mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
Destined to be one of the biggest dance releases of the year!
The Joint Is Jumpin' is an intense sweaty party anthem with slamming beats and a raw aggressive Diva vocal by
Lisa Hunt.
"The joint is Jumpin' (blueroom pumpin anthem)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
This gorgeous 17-year-old hails from Barbados and has brought with her a fresh new edge to super sweet R&B by giving it a Caribbean flava. Rihanna's first single, "Pon De Replay" is a rousing dancehall reggae-tinged anthem hat is sure to jump start parties everywhere.
This is the club mix.
**I SWITCHED THIS TO THE VOCAL CLUB MIX**"Pon de replay (norty cotto pon de club mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
Already displaying the skills of a mature artist and songwriter and equally at home in R&B, Hip-Hop and Pop, Meleni writes songs that run the gamut from pure fun ('Happy') to serious interior reflection ('God,' 'Mr. Smith') all featuring unpredictable lyrics, raw emotion and a unique vocal style.
"Meet me in the Bathroom (L.E.X. vox mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
With so many remixes of
Madonna's songs to choose from, I want to make sure that I pick the right one, and the right one for me is going to have a lot of heavy beats in it.
Like this one!
"Holiday (barry harris tribal bootleg mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
Even though I am a Boston Red Sox fan, I don't believe that I've heard
Frickin' A's tribute song to them for winning the World Series last year; and if I did hear it, I'm pretty sure that I wouldn't like it. I mean, how many tribute songs do you really like?
But I do like a song that they have on the same CD. A remake of a song by
Rick Springfield.
"Jessie's Girl (dance mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
London's
Bronski Beat will be remembered for a number of things. Anyone who has seen the video for "Smalltown Boy" -- which remains gripping and sobering decades later --can likely recall at least one of its scenes in vivid detail. It was only Bronski Beat's first single, but it became the group's best-known, reaching the top of Billboard's U.S. dance chart while peaking at number three on the U.K. pop chart.
More importantly, the song was typical for the group in that it centered on singer Jimmy Somerville's experiences as a young gay man. It also exemplified the group's moody electronic-pop sound and introduced a number of people to a voice that continues to sound like no other -- one that can soar into a unique falsetto while drawing from a deep pool of emotions that ranges from intense internal strife to bliss.
"Smalltown Boy (2005 lucasNARDI remix)""Why (white label remix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
One blonde is on one side of the river and the other blonde is on the other side of the river.
One of the blondes says,
"How do you get to the other side?"The other blonde replies,
"You ARE on the other side!""Take me to the River (atom's depth charge distortion mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
A guy was trying to console a friend who'd just found his wife
in bed with another man.
"Get over it, buddy," he said.
"It's not the end of the world." "It's all right for you to say," answered his buddy.
"But what
if you came home one night and caught another man in bed with
your wife?" The fella ponders for a moment, then says,
"I'd break his cane
and kick his seeing-eye dog in the ass.""Unbreak my heart (offer nissim 2005 tribal remix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
If you’ve ever been to Stockholm, you’ll know that quality is key...in absolutely everything from food to appearances! And especially music! You’ll also more than likely have had some contact with the Ingrosso family!
Let’s just say that this family of Italian descent have a considerable presence in the city! Rewind though, and you’ll find a young Sebastian growing up in the ghetto with a certain Steve Angello.
Best buddies through thick and thin, these boys looked to music for their distraction. Hip-hop, movie soundtracks, funk & soul, techno…everything! Skipping school to go to parties, and later, to put on parties, the pair soon developed a taste for show business! Making crowds go wild. And making it pay – even better! So welcome to Sebastian’s world: Streetwise. Energetic. Charming.
Today Sebastian & Steve are members of a group called the Swedish House Mafia – a name to watch out for! When Sebastian isn’t putting out tracks and remixes for the cream of the world’s dance community, he is busy running his own highly successful label Refune Records. Tough, electronic, cutting edge and massively effective dance floor material that epitomizes the man himself…
Passionate, smart, independent, talented and right in your face! You’ll be hearing a lot more from this exceptional young man.
"Bodybeat (club mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
Out of all the songs that I post,
Prince probably garners the most attention so, this remix should be no different. It also has the synth hum that I find so appealing in today's dance music.
"When doves cry (rueckenshule mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
Nazareth - "Hair of the Dog"My favorite song of all time!
Jimmie's Chicken Shack - "High" I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE this song!
Biff (aka
Failed Lab Experiment - a member of
Banned on the Run), turned me on to this one.
HIM - "Wicked Game" Chris Isaac's song gets rocked.............and Rolled!
by Darryl Von Rokk
Lil' Johnny went in and asked his mother if people had removable parts.
"Of course not," she replied,
"why do you ask?"Johnny answered,
"Well I just heard daddy say to Uncle Jim that he'd love to screw the ass off the lady next door." "Looking for a new love (chris christenson mix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
A man says to his blonde wife,
"Guess what I heard at our favorite pub today? They were saying the milkman is having sex with every woman in our apartment building except one, but they are not sure who that one is."And right a way she jumps up and says,
"I know who it is, it's that stuck-up bitch Phyllis, in apartment 12." "Do I look like a slut (sammy peralta & dj rooster remix)"
by Darryl Von Rokk
Last week I mentioned that once a week I would feature songs that weren't really dance music but were songs that I hoped you would still enjoy. Even though I lean heavily toward dance music, I do like other styles. For instance, here are my 5 favorite CD's.
- Nine Inch Nails - Pretty Hate Machine
- Lords of Acid - Lust
- ACDC - Back in Black
- Messiah - 21st Century Jesus
- The Cars - Candy-O
As you can see, not exactly your standard dance music. I tend to like anything with a heavy beat, so naturally I would be drawn, over-all, to the dance side of the music spectrum.
But now, for something different.........
Celldweller - "Stay with me"Fingathing - "Cluster Buster"TV on the Radio - "Staring at the sun"
