Following on Part 1 of our list featuring 20 classic hits edited for ROminimal and micROhouse dancefloors, we venture further into the realm of sonic deconstruction and the art of remixing, revealing another batch of edits that peel back the layers of some of the world’s most recognisable songs and reshape the sound for today’s audiences.
Digging through hundreds of records and digital tracks, the process becomes something closer to archaeology. A snare or a kick from a forgotten beat, a bassline stretched into near-abstraction, a memorable guitar rhythm or an easily recognisable melody overheard in a dream make the ingredients that blur the lines between what we remember and what we feel in the present. They are also the tools of a scene that thrives on tension between memory and reinvention.
Part 2 features essential reworks signed by CVO, Dragutesku, Emi, Gathaspar, Kirik, Lauter, Makebo, Marwan Sabb & Joey Daniel, Monthy Nolan, Priku, Quenum, Ricardo Villalobos, Sojo, Subit, Ubbah, Unus Emre and other unknown artists.
CVO – Go On!
Casimir von Oettingen, better known as CVO, is the driving force behind the Bladehouse and Paulum record labels. Renowned for his vibrant productions and distinctive remixes, he has remained a committed presence in the underground scene for over a decade. Here, he samples Buddy Rich Big Band‘s iconic song “The Beat Goes On”, recorded live in 1967 with the drummer’s daughter Cathy Rich on the vocals. Although the track has been covered and reinterpreted by many artists throughout time, this modern club-oriented edit has all it takes to make anyone start dancing in seconds.
Dragutesku – DRGS03A [DRGS003]
If you’ve ever wondered whether hip-hop and minimal techno could truly collide, consider this a definitive example. Known for dropping several edits of this combination on his early untitled DRG Series, Dragutesku‘s take on Missy Elliot‘s “Lose Control” feat. Ciara & Fat Man Scoop hits hard even today, as it has been on rotation at countless small parties and big festivals around the world. The original track was released as the lead single from Elliott’s sixth studio album, The Cookbook, in 2005.
Emi / Colm K feat. Elaine Dowling – Basics
More than ten years ago, Colm K, one of Ireland’s most respected DJs and producers, returned to the “Basics” alongside Elaine Dowling on vocals for an amazing soulful single, released via Bastard Jazz Recordings together with equally inspiring dub, trip-hop and drum’n’bass remixes. As a true fan of the genre, local artist Emi sampled the track and delivered his own low-slung version, bringing the original vibes to the minimal scene, where it has remained stuck in the minds of thousands to this day.
Gathaspar – Op. 3 [CHYPRE002]
With releases on Thema, Amam, Made Of Concrete, Nilla, Howl Stamp, Curtea Veche, Freude Am Tanzen and Mikro Records, Germany-based DJ and producer Gathaspar is definitely a prominent figure in the electronic music community worldwide. Rooted in a distinct brightness and indescribable elusiveness, the productions released via his own Chypre Records passed the test of time with ease as the rhythms and textures became a hypnotic affair hard to ignore. This edit focuses on Bahamadia‘s iconic track “Biggest Part of Me” from the artist’s debut album Kollage, released via Chrysalis Records in 1996.
Kirik / SiR – Hair Down feat. Kendrick Lamar
As an offshoot release from his usual edits published via Memory Remains, Kirik‘s edit of “Hair Down” by SiR feat. Kendrick Lamar perfectly captures the contemporary sound of American R&B, smoothly distilled into a dancefloor version where the artist’s fingerprint sound is meant to take the original into a different type of club culture, where sharp drumming patterns and funky basslines expand on the genre with style.
Lauter / Miles Davis – Générique
Carefully rearranged and transformed into a modern electronic music anthem by Jacque Saravanté aka Lauter, “Générique” by Miles Davis carries a distinct emotional weight, no matter the genre it moves through. Rooted in jazz and blues, the original was recorded at Le Poste Parisien Studio in Paris in 1957 as part of the soundtrack to Louis Malle’s film Ascenseur pour l’échafaud, composed by the legendary American trumpeter. The Glasgow-based artist keeps to the intimate sound of that recording while rendering a breezy variation perfect for the afterhours or laid-back afternoon sessions.
Makebo / Planet Funk – Chase the Sun [Shanti Mansion]
Yet another major hit of the ’90s, Planet Funk‘s “Chase the Sun” got millions dancing and rejoicing to the irresistible groove this composition brought forward. Now strip it down, elegantly play with the measures and you have Makebo‘s remix released via Shanti Mansion, diving deep into minimal aesthetics while echoes of the original can be easily identified and enjoyed even today.
Marwan Sabb & Joey Daniel / Michael Jackson – The Closet
We all know the fact that Michael Jackson was one of a kind and his timeless songs were remixed by many, many artists over time. Just like this one right here! Played by top names in the scene, Marwan Sabb & Joey Daniel‘s edit of “In the Closet” incorporates tech house, microhouse and minimal elements perfect to heat any dancefloor at the right time. The extended breakdowns and the reverberated vocals deliver a trippy sound, while the punchy drums and weaving bassline complement the journey to perfection. The original is included in MJ’s otherworldly eighth studio album, Dangerous, released on Epic Records back in 1991.
Monthy Nolan / Nina Kraviz – Tarde
Aside from her high-octane DJ sets, Nina Kraviz has also explored downtempo music, bringing the track “Tarde” into the spotlight in 2023. Weaving layered beats and rich textures with fleeting, ethereal vocals, she shapes a hypnotic journey centred around the concept of LOVE like never before. On remix duties, Hungarian electronic music veteran Monthy Nolan elevates the original to new dimensions, blending minimal finesse with progressive energy into a sound primed to ignite the dancefloor.
Priku / Depeche Mode – Little 15 [EEE]
In 2018, the mysterious record label East End Edits or shortly EEE, released its second untitled vinyl containing only one track on Side A. That track is actually an edit of the famous song “Little 15” released by the renowned British band Depeche Mode in 1987 as part of their sixth studio album, Music for the Masses (Mute Records/Sire Records). The reinterpretation takes the original into minimal territory and is credited to Atipic’s head chef, Priku.
Quenum / The Police – Can’t Stand Losing You
Cadenza and Access 58 co-founder Quenum is an established artist with a career that spans more than three decades in the electronic music scene. His extended experience can be felt directly when you hear his sets or productions, as the music he mixes and produces speaks for itself. In this case, we have an immersive edit of “Can’t Stand Losing You” by the acclaimed British rock band The Police, a song featured on the group’s debut album Outlandos d’Amour, published via A&M Records in 1978.
Ricardo Villalobos / Soda Stereo – Nuestra Fe
Ricardo Villalobos is well-known for remixing or incorporating old-school favourites into his artistic process, whether in productions or DJ sets. Most of these tracks remain unreleased, but somehow they manage to appear online, just like this one. Here, we see Ricardo sampling “Nuestra Fe” by the Argentinian rock band Soda Stereo and transforming the original into an extended minimal journey where you can still hear the vocals from time to time, along with other more subtle elements.
Sojo / Charly Garcia – Raros Peinados Nuevos
Hailing from Mexico, Sojo is a DJ, producer and owner of two record labels, Figure Negra and Miauw! Records. His music incorporates minimal techno, microhouse, ambient and experimental elements as he likes to explore and combine various genres to create distinct sonic experiences. On this track, we see him delve into the works of the Argentine rock musician Charly Garcia, specifically “Raros Peinados Nuevos”, a track from the artist’s third studio album Piano Bar released in 1984.
Subit / Mihaela Runceanu – Fericirea are chipul tău
Being an architect of the avant-garde minimal sound, local artist Subit has always been seeking to achieve a futuristic musical dimension that has yet to be classified under a particular genre. His edit of Mihaela Runceanu‘s classic hit “Fericirea are chipul tău” reveals a warm and steady-paced composition designed with minimal house and breakbeat influences, while the vocal chorus is elegantly modulated and subtly faded in the mix. The original song can be found on Mihaela’s second and last official album Pentru voi, muguri noi, released by Electrecord in 1989.
Ubbah / Nirvana – Heart-Shaped Box
Released as the first single from Nirvana‘s third album, In Utero, by DGC Records in 1993, “Heart-Shaped Box” is one of the most iconic songs the American grunge band delivered, reaching the top 10 in many countries around the world. Ubbah‘s edit keeps to the original, while switching the sound to a chilled microhouse-infused groove perfect for maintaining energy in the early hours at any party.
Unknown – Got Your Dirty Money [CATERINCA02]
Alongside r.organic and Nihil Sine Musica, Caterinca is a label part of Organic Society based in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. This particular venture is focused on releasing untitled and limited vinyl materials that contain edits of well-known songs, without disclosing the name of the artist or artists behind the production. Side A of the imprint’s second pressing from 2022 features the funky vibes of Ol’ Dirty Bastard‘s “Got Your Money” feat. Kelis and produced by The Neptunes (Pharrell Williams & Chad Hugo).
Unknown Artist – Edit Piaf 03 A [Edit Piaf]
Edit Piaf is a mysterious record label based in Barcelona, which has brought forward a couple of limited and uncredited vinyl titles that can be found out there only by their catalogue number. On the third pressing, Side A features samples from “Respect”, a 1995 track recorded by French hip-hop act Alliance Ethnik (K-Mel, Médard, Gutsy, Crazy B, Faster Jay).
Unknown Artist – Flöte [RAL]
Combining Romanian folklore with low-slung minimal that passes the 10-minute mark, Side A from RAL‘s second limited pressing is a true dancefloor banger that has been enjoyed by thousands of people worldwide. Titled “Flöte”, the track is truly hypnotic and genuinely merges traditional music with modern aesthetics, sampling “Suită din Țara Moților” by Dumitru Fărcaș. Rumours say that this EP has been produced by Romanian artists Rhadoo and Petre Inspirescu.
Unknown Artist – Ijzeren Rots [Digwah]
“Riders on the Storm” by The Doors is one of the most sampled and remixed pieces of psychedelic rock out there. This pumping edit has been released by Digwah, a white label focused on publishing house and techno versions of classic hits from cherished artists and bands. The author remains unknown and the track can still be hard at underground events even if it came out almost eight years ago.
Unus Emre / Sade – Somebody Already Broke My Heart [Satya Records]
Unus Emre is an accomplished DJ and producer who embarked on his musical journey in 1999. His sound traverses house, deep house, tech house, melodic house, deep tech and minimal, captivating audiences all over the world. His edit of Sade‘s “Somebody Already Broke My Heart”, published as a free download via Satya Records, keeps to the warm and soulful sound of the original, which was released on the band’s 2000 album Lovers Rock by Epic Records.
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