THINKING OF YOU

Photo by Barbara Crane

Sometimes there's these days where all you want to do is put on an amazing disco record that was remixed by (the master of disco) Dimitri From Paris and sit back/dance/enjoy/etc., right? If today would be such a day, then you're in for a treat.
This remix was released as part of the 4CD 'The Chic Organization' boxset that actually shouldn't be missing in any disco fancier's collection, yet since the price tag might hold some people (e.g.: me) back, there was a digital release of the DFP remixes as well. If you happen to come across the 'Sound Of Copenhagen Vol. 7' compilation though (the physical one; the digital album is only 1 out of 2 cds), I'd advise you to get that one, since it not only features the Sister Sledge remix (and unfortunately some questionable other tracks), but it has this amazing Eddie Murphy track that makes it all worth it.

Sister Sledge - Thinking Of You (Dimitri From Paris) (CD) (digital)

VILLA'S VINYL VAULT PT. VI

It's been a while but it's time for another Villa's Vinyl Vault! In case you're just tuning in: in this category Villa share some of their favourite classics with us - vinyl only of course! This time we're in for a classic disco treat, remixed by legend Nile Rodgers.

ARTIST: Sister Sledge, Nile Rodgers, Bernard Edwards
ALBUM: Lost In Music 12"
RELEASE DATE: 1984
THANG SAYS: This particular track is built around two parts, a classic verse/chorus - verse/chorus, that are each introduced by a buildup - the last one of the two revolving into a repetitive groove that could just go on for hours. Each instrument and vocal is carefully layered on top of each other, forming a timeless harmony.
Several renowed DJ's have remixed this track, e.g. The Glimmers, Larry Levan, Gay Marvine, The Revenge, Dimitri From Paris and of course Nile rodgers and Bernard Edwards featured below. It's impossible to stand still to this song, a perfect ending to a great party!

Sister Sledge - Lost in Music (1984 Nile Rodgers & Bernard Edwards Remix) (ALT)



PS - while you're at it, listen to the new Villa 'In The Mix' May 2011 mixtape!