![]() ![]() ![]() Across the album, Negro demonstrates both his extensive knowledge of disco history and his extensive musical ability. For a track that has been remixed countless times by countless producers, Negro does an enviable job of reinvigorating it for the dancefloor. His remix of Gwen McCrae’s ‘Keep The Fire Burning’ keeps the intensity of the original’s vocals while adding sophisticated percussion. This might be the finest moment of the album. Negro’s remix of Christopher Cross’ ‘Ride Like The Wind’ is a full-bodied masterpiece where lush strings and propulsive drums drive the tracks towards as surprisingly emotional climax. Secondly, these are well-crafted remixes the re-imagine classic tracks without losing the songs original spirit. These are rare analogue beauties inaccessible to the average producer, which makes you wonder what terrible things Negro must have done to get hold of them. Well, firstly, these cuts are remixed from each track’s original master tapes. What, then, makes this selection any different? ![]() He’s been in the game for years and has produced many, many edits during this time. Joey Negro, otherwise known as Dave, has an intuitive grasp of what makes a good disco track good. 2 x LP Gwen McCrae - Keep The Fire Burning (Joey Negro Feed The Flame mix) People's Choice - Here We Go Again (Joey Negro Philly Stomp mix) Thelma Houston - I'm Here Again (Joey Negro Ready To Roll mix) Pockets - Come Go With Me (Joey Negro Found A Place mix) George Benson - Love Ballad (Joey Negro Jazzy reprise) Gladys Knight & The Pips - Taste Of Bitter Love (Joey Negro Disco re blend) Grace. 2’ is exactly that: a selection of classic disco tracks remixed by a master of his craft. Music is often described by those that create it as a labour of love. ![]()
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